The acting Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, on Thursday, August 14, officially appointed human rights lawyer and Member of Parliament (MP) for Madina, Francis-Xavier Sosu, as a Notary Public.
The ceremony, held at the Supreme Court, marks another milestone in his illustrious legal and public service career.
As a Notary Public, he is now vested with the authority under the Notary Public Act to serve as an impartial witness in the signing of critical legal documents, administer oaths, take affidavits, and prevent fraud through proper verification of the identity and intent of signatories.
With nearly 15 years at the Bar, an anniversary he will celebrate on October 1, 2025, his appointment is seen by many as a fitting recognition of his enduring commitment to justice, law, and public service.
The appointment also attests to his endearing legacy of legal practice with integrity, excellence, professionalism, and high moral standards.
This is also why he was nominated by the Attorney General to the General Legal Council.
Mr Sosu is not only a legislator but also a celebrated human rights activist, author, and Vice Chairman of the Trade and Investment Committee of the Africa Bar Association.
He is the immediate past 2nd Vice President of the United Nations Association of Ghana and currently serves as Patron of the Cancer Project Foundation, Ghana.
In Parliament, Mr Sosu is a Ranking Member of the Subsidiary Legislation Committee and is a member of several key committees, including Human Rights, Foreign Affairs, and Constitutional and Legal Affairs.
Recently, he was appointed Vice President of the West African Caucus of the African Parliamentary Union and serves on both the Ghana Revenue Authority Board and the General Legal Council.
A fierce advocate for the marginalised, Mr Sosu has provided pro-bono legal support to over 800 pre-trial detainees, leading to the release of many who were unjustly held.
His dedication to criminal justice reform is further reflected in his legislative work, having initiated 18 Private Member’s Bills in Parliament, three of which have become law, including the landmark legislation abolishing the death penalty in Ghana.
An alumnus of several academic institutions, Hon. Sosu holds degrees in Sociology and Archaeology, Law, Oil and Gas Law, Economic Policy Management, and Human Rights. He is currently pursuing a PhD in Regional Integration Law at the University of Ghana, with a focus on harmonising African regional economic communities.
Beyond the courtroom and Parliament, Mr Sosu is also an accomplished author.
His nine published books, including Pro Bono Lawyer without Honour and Guilty Until Proven Innocent, offer deep insights into his personal journey from a vulnerable street child adopted into the Village of Hope Orphanage to becoming one of Ghana’s most influential legal minds.
In recognition of his impact, Mr Sosu has received numerous awards, including the Timothy Bowles African Human Rights Leadership Award, Humanitarian of the Year (2022), and Political Personality of the Year (2024). In 2025, he was named the Most Outstanding Member of Parliament in Africa – Human Rights by The Business Executive.
His new appointment as a Notary Public adds yet another prestigious role to his growing portfolio, further cementing his place as a transformative force in Ghana’s legal and political landscape.
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