Full List of Celebrities, Journalists and Politicians Called to the Bar Today, October 9, 2026

Ghanaian media personalities and prominent public figures have attracted attention after being called to the Ghana Bar on Friday, October 9, 2026, marking a significant milestone in their professional careers.

Among the notable names is Naa Ashorkor Mensah-Doku, popularly known as Naa Ashorkor, an actress and broadcaster with Media General’s TV3. Her admission to the Bar has attracted attention from colleagues, fans and social media users, many of whom have congratulated her on the achievement.

Also among the media personalities called to the Bar are Umaru Sanda Amadu, a journalist associated with Citi FM and Channel One TV, and Ayisha Ibrahim, a journalist with JoyNews.

Their achievement has brought renewed attention to the growing number of media professionals who pursue careers in law alongside their work in broadcasting and journalism.

Other prominent personalities who were called to the Bar include Samuel Nartey George, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations and Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram.

Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and MP for Ellembelle, was also among the public figures admitted to the legal profession.

Davis Ansah Opoku, the Member of Parliament for Mpraeso, and Phillis Naa Koryoo Okunor, the MP for Awutu Senya East, were also listed among those called to the Bar.

Abigail Tobbin, Executive Director of the Tobinco Group, was another notable personality identified among the new lawyers.

The call to the Bar ceremony marks an important step for the newly qualified lawyers as they prepare to practise law in Ghana, subject to the applicable professional requirements.

Naa Ashorkor’s achievement, in particular, has drawn attention because of her established career in entertainment and broadcasting before her admission to the legal profession.

The development has also created an opportunity to celebrate the achievements of professionals who have pursued legal training while building careers in other fields.

Which of these personalities surprised you the most with their call to the Bar?

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