On Friday, October 9, 2026, a total of 1,568 newly qualified lawyers were called to the Ghana Bar in a ceremony that included four Members of Parliament and three media practitioners. The event marked the transition of these individuals from legal education to professional practice. The Judicial Secretary, Musah Ahmed, welcomed the inductees and dignitaries, highlighting the significance of the occasion.
The four MPs called to the Bar include Samuel Nartey George, MP for Ningo-Prampram and Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations; Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, MP for Ellembelle and Minister of Lands and Natural Resources; Davis Ansah Opoku, MP for Mpraeso; and Phyllis Naa Koryoo Okunor, MP for Awutu Senya East (Kasoa). Their induction into the legal profession brings their political and legal careers to a new level.
In addition to the MPs, three media practitioners were also called to the Bar. They are Umaru Sanda Amadu, a broadcast journalist with Channel One TV and Citi FM; Naa Ashorkor Duodu, a media personality and TV3 presenter with Media General; and Ayisha Ibrahim, a broadcast journalist. Their presence at the ceremony underscores the diverse backgrounds of individuals entering the legal profession.
The Judicial Secretary, Musah Ahmed, emphasized that the call to the Bar marked the beginning of a vocation that demanded diligence, sacrifice, and the support of families. He reminded the new lawyers that their admission to the profession came with the responsibility of upholding the rule of law. Mr. Ahmed's address set the tone for the ceremony, which was attended by various dignitaries.
The General Legal Council (GLC) is mandated under Section 7 of the Legal Profession Act, 1960 (Act 32) to convene formal meetings for the enrolment and call to the Bar of qualified applicants. The GLC, chaired by the Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, plays a crucial role in regulating the legal profession in Ghana. The ceremony was a significant event in the country's legal calendar.
The induction of 1,568 new lawyers brings the total number of lawyers in Ghana to an all-time high. The increase in the number of lawyers is expected to enhance access to justice and contribute to the development of the country's legal system. The new lawyers have satisfied the requirements for entry into the legal profession and are now expected to uphold the standards of the profession.
The ceremony concluded with the formal declaration of the meeting open by the Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie. The event marked a significant milestone in the careers of the inductees, who are now part of Ghana's vibrant legal community. The country's legal profession continues to grow, with new lawyers being called to the Bar to contribute to the administration of justice.
Key points
- 1,568 newly qualified lawyers were called to the Ghana Bar on October 9, 2026.
- The ceremony included four Members of Parliament and three media practitioners.
- The new lawyers are expected to uphold the rule of law and contribute to Ghana's legal system.
