When Justice Sophia Akuffo met the Appointments Committee of Parliament (photos)
The Appointments Committee of Parliament Friday vetted the Chief Justice (CJ) nominee, Sophia Akuffo. The vetting which lasted for several hours was attended by members of the Supreme Court,some ministers of state, family members and friends.
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The 26-member committee chaired by Mr Joseph Osei Owusu dug into her background to determine her preparedness to head the third arm of government.
Ms Akuffo takes over from Mrs Justice Georgina Theodora Wood, who retired on June 8, 2017, after 10 years as Chief Justice and 47 years of public service.
Justice Sophia Akuffo answering questions during the vetting
Justice William Atuguba, Justice of the Supreme Court
Justice Sophia Akuffo answering questions during the vetting
Justice Sophia Akuffo answering questions during the vetting
Justice Sophia Akuffo answering questions during the vetting
A section of the members of the judiciary at the vetting
Justice Sophia Akuffo waiting for the beginning of proceedings
A section of the members of the judiciary at the vetting, Justice Jones Dotse (L), Justice Sophie Adinyira (M) and Justice William Atuguba (R)
Justice Sophia Akuffo waiting for the beginning of proceedings
Justice Sophia Akuffo swearing an oath before her vetting session
Justice Sophia Akuffo arriving at the Parliament House to appear before the Appointments Committee
Justice Sophia Akuffo arriving at the Parliament House to appear before the Appointments Committee
Justice Sophia Akuffo arriving at the Parliament House to appear before the Appointments Committee
Justice Sophia Akuffo answering questions during the vetting
Justice Sophia Akuffo answering questions during the vetting
Justice Sophia Akuffo swearing an oath before her vetting session
