Stop mob justice, it’s illegal – Justice Ackaah-Boafo warns

Supreme Court nominee, Justice Kweku T. Ackaah-Boafo, has strongly condemned mob justice, describing it as illegal and incompatible with Ghana’s constitutional and legal framework.

Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Friday, June 20, Justice Ackaah-Boafo stressed that no individual deserves to be subjected to mob action or lynching, regardless of the alleged offense.

Mob justice, often referred to as “instant justice” or “jungle justice” — remains a persistent issue in many towns and cities across Ghana.

While Ghanaian law prohibits such acts, incidents continue to occur, often resulting in tragic consequences for the accused.

Justice Ackaah-Boafo’s remarks reflect a broader concern over the need to strengthen public trust in the justice system and ensure that legal processes are followed in addressing crime and misconduct.

“He said, “I believe in the fact that nobody can use mob justice, demonstrations to resolve a legal matter. If somebody has done something wrong, the judicial process should be allowed to take its place. Using more justice clearly is illegal, and people who are engaged in it might be guilty by the law.”