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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, marking a significant step in efforts to promote legal literacy and a culture of integrity among young people.
The ceremony, held on Wednesday, December 3, at Fijai Senior High School in Sekondi, forms part of a broader Judicial Service initiative designed to expose students to the country’s justice system and inspire the next generation of principled leaders.
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Addressing students and school authorities, Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie emphasised that the Justice Clubs are more than extracurricular groups; they are platforms that instil the values of fairness, justice, accountability, and respect for the rule of law.
He urged the students to practise the foundational principles of justice in their daily lives.
“Listen to both sides at all times and do not condemn anyone without hearing them first,” he advised. “In our everyday lives, we all come into contact with the law, so it is important to remember that these values are not only for club members but for everyone.”
The Chief Justice noted that nurturing students with such values from a young age is essential for building a society that upholds the principles of justice and integrity.
The newly inaugurated clubs are expected to engage in activities such as mock trials, debates on legal issues, mentorship sessions with legal professionals, and field visits to courts—initiatives aimed at demystifying the justice system and strengthening civic awareness.
School authorities in both regions welcomed the initiative, describing it as timely and transformative, especially in an era where civic responsibility and respect for the rule of law are increasingly vital.
The Judicial Service says it plans to extend the initiative to more schools across the country in the coming year.
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