Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah called to the Ghana Bar as barrister

Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Ellembelle, has been formally inducted into the legal profession. He was officially called to the Ghana Bar as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court during the 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony held on October 9, 2026. The event, organized by the General Legal Council, marks a significant personal and professional milestone for the sitting Minister, who now joins the ranks of the country's legal practitioners.

The ceremony took place at the ICGC Christ Temple in Teshie, Accra, where a total of 1,568 newly qualified lawyers were admitted. This large cohort represents the latest group of legal professionals to complete the rigorous training and examination requirements mandated by the General Legal Council. The Call to the Bar is a formal ritual that grants individuals the legal authority to practice law within the jurisdiction of Ghana, following their successful completion of the Professional Law Course at the Ghana School of Law.

Minister Buah's admission to the bar comes while he serves as a key member of President John Mahama's administration. As the Minister responsible for the critical Lands and Natural Resources sector, his new legal credentials are expected to enhance his capacity in navigating the complex regulatory and legislative frameworks governing Ghana's extractive industries. His transition to a barrister and solicitor follows a period of balancing public service with legal studies, joining other high-profile Ghanaian politicians who have sought legal qualification while in active office.

The 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony highlights the continuing growth of the legal fraternity in Ghana, with the General Legal Council emphasizing the importance of ethical conduct and professional integrity among the new inductees. For Mr. Buah, the achievement solidifies his standing within both the executive and legislative branches of government, providing him with a dual expertise often valued in Ghanaian governance. The successful induction of over 1,500 lawyers also reflects the expanding interest and capacity within the nation's legal education system.