Oliver Barker-Vormawor Shares How He First Met Alan Kyerematen

Ghanaian lawyer and activist Osagyefo Oliver Barker-Vormawor has recounted how he first met United Party leader Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, sharing details of their connection in a Facebook post published on October 10, 2026.

Barker-Vormawor began his post by discussing the Minority’s opposition to the government’s decision to explore a partnership with BRICS. He said the position had reminded him of his professional experiences in Washington, D.C., where he previously worked within international policy and business circles.

Reflecting on that period, he explained that he had been part of what he described as the “Washington bubble,” a network of policymakers, legal practitioners, lobbyists and business figures involved in shaping international relations and economic engagement.

He noted that his responsibilities in the American capital extended beyond legal practice, as he was also involved in an Africa Practice Group focused on business development across the continent.

“It was in the course of that work that I first met Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen,” he wrote.

Barker-Vormawor also disclosed that he met Simon Madjie during the same period, suggesting that his professional activities in Washington brought him into contact with several individuals connected to international business and policy discussions.

His account provides a glimpse into his professional background and the relationships he established before becoming widely known in Ghana’s public discourse.

Kyerematen, who leads the United Party, has been a prominent figure in Ghanaian politics, with experience in trade and investment-related matters. His political career has included efforts to strengthen Ghana’s economic relationships with international partners.

Barker-Vormawor’s recollection comes amid an ongoing national debate over the government’s interest in exploring cooperation with BRICS, a grouping that seeks to promote economic collaboration among its members.

Although his post did not provide a detailed assessment of the proposed partnership, the reference to his Washington experience places his personal recollection within the wider discussion about Ghana’s international economic relationships.

The post may prompt further interest in the experiences and connections that have shaped Barker-Vormawor’s views on policy and international engagement.

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