-Inaugurates 13 Justice Clubs for SHSs in Western, Central Regions
By Prince Ahenkorah
Ghana’s Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, has inaugurated and sworn in 13 new Justice Clubs for Senior High Schools across the Western and Central Regions.
The ceremony, held at Fijai Senior High School in Sekondi on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, marked another significant step in the Judicial Service’s efforts to nurture a new generation that understands and upholds the principles of justice.
The establishment of these Justice Clubs forms part of a broader Judicial Service initiative designed to expose young people to the workings of Ghana’s justice system and to instill in them core values such as fairness, accountability, integrity, and respect for the rule of law.
By introducing students to these principles early in life, the initiative aims to shape responsible citizens who can champion justice within their communities and future professions.
Speaking at the ceremony, Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie emphasized the importance of developing these values at a young age.
He explained that the Justice Clubs were created to help students grow into adults who understand the significance of impartiality, the need to listen to all sides, and the responsibility to uphold justice in both public and private life.
“Listen to both sides at all times and do not condemn anyone without hearing them first,” he urged, stressing that such principles are foundational not only to the justice system but to everyday human interactions.
He added that every individual, regardless of background, encounters the law in various forms throughout their life, making it essential for young people to appreciate fairness and due process.
The Chief Justice encouraged the newly inaugurated club members to take their roles seriously and serve as ambassadors of justice within their schools and communities.
He noted that the initiative is expected to help build a culture of legal awareness and civic responsibility among Ghana’s youth.
School authorities and Judicial Service officials present at the ceremony praised the initiative, describing it as a timely intervention that will deepen students’ understanding of Ghana’s justice system and inspire future careers in law, public service, and leadership.
The 13 newly formed clubs will be supported by the Judicial Service through mentorship sessions, educational materials, court visits, and interactive engagements with legal professionals.
These activities are expected to enhance students’ practical knowledge of the justice system while equipping them with skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, and ethical decision-making.