Ghana’s Supreme Court will launch its 150th anniversary celebrations on April 16, 2026, with a series of events running from July 1 to July 31, 2026.
The month-long programme, themed “Honouring the Past, Celebrating the Present and Defining the Future,” will feature lectures, symposia, legal outreach initiatives, and moot court competitions, alongside sporting events, a durbar, a dinner, and a thanksgiving service.
Speaking at a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday, the Chairman of the Anniversary Planning Committee, Justice Richard Adjei-Frimpong, said the milestone, dubbed “Supreme Court@150”, offers a moment for reflection and strategic planning amid evolving global legal challenges.
He traced the Court’s origins to the Supreme Court Ordinance of 1876, describing the anniversary as a significant milestone in Ghana’s legal history.
Despite periods of political instability, military interventions, and constitutional disruptions, Justice Adjei-Frimpong noted, the Court has remained steadfast in defending the Constitution, protecting fundamental human rights, and sustaining democratic governance.
Justice Adjei-Frimpong highlighted landmark rulings, including interpretations of Article 181(5) of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates parliamentary approval for international business transactions involving the State.
He also cited decisions that expanded democratic rights, such as allowing prisoners to vote and removing police permit requirements for demonstrations.
“The Court has successfully resolved two presidential election disputes, contributing to political stability in the country,” he added.
Calling the anniversary a national event, Justice Adjei-Frimpong urged the public and the media to support and participate in the celebrations.