Chief Justice warns judges against neglecting personal lives
Justice Baffoe-Bonnie reminds judicial officers to protect family time amid courtroom demands
Judges and magistrates across Ghana must guard against letting courtroom responsibilities swallow their private moments. Speaking at a recent branch meeting in Accra, Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie emphasized that judicial work should not erase the humanity of those who serve on the Bench. He warned that sacrificing family bonds and personal rest for legal duties risks damaging the very fairness the judiciary seeks to uphold.
The caution formed part of broader efforts to rebalance justice delivery with human sustainability. By insisting that judges prioritize rest and family connections, the Chief Justice highlighted how burnout could erode impartiality and public trust in court outcomes.
This guidance emerges against rising pressures on Ghana's judiciary to resolve mounting case backlogs swiftly. While efficiency matters, the Chief Justice stressed that haste must never override the wellbeing of those entrusted with upholding the law.
The call follows mounting concerns that long hours and psychological strain are driving some judicial officers to resign or compromise their health. Justice Baffoe-Bonnie's directive serves as both a reminder and a structural nudge toward healthier workload management within the courts.
