Supreme Court nominee, Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackaah-Boafo, has urged a critical look at the jurisdiction and operational structure of Ghana's Supreme Court as part of efforts to ease its workload and enhance the justice delivery system.

Speaking during his vetting by Parliament's Appointments Committee last Friday, the Appeals Court judge raised questions about the scope of the Supreme Court's responsibilities and proposed reforms to address growing concerns about its efficiency and transparency. "Before you talk about numbers, look at the jurisdiction of the court.

It has over eight jurisdictions," he said, pointing to the unique burden placed on Ghana's apex court compared to others globally. "Last time I checked, Ghana may be the only country with a Supreme Court which sits every week," he added, suggesting that the frequency of sittings and the court's wide-ranging jurisdiction may be contributing to the heavy caseload.

According to Justice Ackaah-Boafo, the Supreme Court receives more than 500 cases annually, out of which about 120 are accepted and only between 65 and 80 are ultimately adjudicated. "They deliver between 65 and 80 cases a year.