Supreme Court nominee Justice Dennis Adjei has firmly expressed his support for the continued use of judicial wigs and gowns, citing their symbolic and practical importance in the legal profession.
During his vetting before Parliament's Appointments Committee on Monday June 16, he recalled past debates on whether Ghana's judiciary should abandon the traditional attire.
He noted that earlier proposals to discontinue wearing wigs were met with challenges, including instances where individuals who were not legal professionals posed as lawyers in court by simply wearing a jacket and tie. "I am happy that Parliament has taken the bold decision," Justice Adjei stated, affirming that judicial attire serves as a distinguishing mark of authority and professionalism. "For the judiciary, wherever you go, every court has its own robe-international courts, national courts.
It doesn't take anything away from us, but rather sets us apart." His remarks were in response to concerns raised by Honourable Ricketts Hagan regarding the relevance of the practice in modern times.
