Also known as: Mrs. Efua Ghartey · Mrs Efua Ghartey · GBA President Efua Ghartey · Mrs Ghartey · Ms Ghartey
Ghana Bar Association President advocating for constitutional limits on judicial and executive power, human rights protections, and legal reform oversight.
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The Chronicle
… Efua Ghartey, took the Third Reading from Matthew 23:23–24. Also in attendance was the President of the Law Society of Ghana, Rockson-Nelson Etse Kwami Dafeamekpor, who also doubles as the Member of Parliament for South Dayi. …
Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie reveals imminent retirement from the benchJoy Online
… Also present were the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, his deputy, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the President and the Vice-President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Efua Ghartey and Victoria Barnes, respectively, as well as the President of the G …
Chief Justice urges Judiciary to strengthen foundations of justiceJoy Online
… Also present were the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, his deputy, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the President and the Vice-President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Efua Ghartey and Victoria Barnes, respectively, as well as the President of the G …
Chief Justice urges judiciary to strengthen foundations of justiceThe Chronicle
… The first, second and third Bible readings during the service were delivered by the Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie; the Minister for Justice and Attorney-General, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine; and the National President of the Ghana Bar Association, Mrs Efua Ghartey, re …
“God Does Not Need More Clever Lawyers, But Righteous Leaders” — Anglican BishopThe Chronicle
… GBA calls for continued Bench-Bar dialogue The President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Efua Ghartey, also emphasised the importance of dialogue and collaboration between the Bench and the Bar. …
There Must Be Balance Between Responsibilities And Personal Lives Of Judges -CJJoy Online
… The statement signed by GBA President Mrs Efua Ghartey and National Secretary Kwaku Gyau Baffour condemned the incident that occurred on September 23, 2026, when Mr Baffour Awuah was at the court premises to represent a client in his capacity as a lawyer. …
Rule of law must be protected – GBA condemns EOCO action against Baffour AwuahJoy Online
The President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Mrs Efua Ghartey, has called for the establishment of a Constituent Assembly to thoroughly deliberate on proposals to amend the 1992 Constitution. …
GBA President Efua Ghartey calls for Constituent Assembly to deliberate on 1992 Constitution reformsJoy Online
… GBA President, Mrs Efua Ghartey, made the call at the opening of the Association’s 2026/2027 Annual Conference in Ada. …
GBA demands reasonable bail conditions, protection for arrested social media commentatorsJoy Online
President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Efua Ghartey, has called on investigative and prosecutorial authorities to ensure that bail conditions imposed on suspects are reasonable, proportionate, and consistent with the law. …
GBA President calls for reasonable, proportionate bail conditionsJoy Online
… President of the GBA, Efua Ghartey, made this known at the Ghana Bar Association Conference 2026/27 in Ada on Monday, September 14, where she disclosed that the Association’s Legal Committee, headed by Ace Ankomah, had begun analysing and researching the legislation. …
GBA to announce position on Tribunals Law soon – GBA PresidentChief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie revealed his imminent retirement during remarks at the opening of the 69th Legal Year, which coincided with the Supreme Court's 150-year institutional milestone. The Chief Justice spoke on judicial reform and institutional continuity, while calling on the Judiciary to embrace e-justice with moral integrity alongside technological innovation.
6 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie revealed his imminent retirement during remarks at the opening of the 69th Legal Year, which coincided with the Supreme Court's 150-year institutional milestone. The Chief Justice spoke on judicial reform and institutional continuity, while calling on the Judiciary to embrace e-justice with moral integrity alongside technological innovation.
6 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
At the opening of the 69th Legal Year, Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie urged the Judiciary to strengthen the foundations of justice rather than merely introducing reforms, stating that true reforms must endure beyond the moment they are announced.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has urged the Judiciary to focus on strengthening the foundations of justice rather than merely introducing reforms, saying the true test of every reform is whether it endures beyond the moment. Public confidence in the Judiciary, he said, cannot be secured by the Constitution and the law alone but must be earned through everyday experiences.
5 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Anglican Bishop of Accra Diocese challenged Ghana's legal fraternity to prioritise righteousness, courage and service, stating that the justice system needed leaders guided by moral integrity and the fear of God, not just legal knowledge. He noted that Ghana's justice system faced challenges including case delays, protracted land disputes, and perceptions that justice was more accessible to the wealthy.
3 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has called for a healthier balance between the professional responsibilities and personal lives of judges and magistrates, stressing that judicial officers must not lose sight of their humanity while remaining diligent and responsive to litigants.
1 October 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Bar Association has condemned the Economic and Organised Crime Office's attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah at the Accra High Court Complex on September 23, 2026, while he was representing a client, warning that enforcement action against lawyers must respect constitutional safeguards and legal procedures to protect the rule of law and public confidence in the justice system.
26 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Bar Association President Efua Ghartey has called for the establishment of a Constituent Assembly to deliberate on proposals to amend the 1992 Constitution, arguing that the scope of proposed amendments could result in creating a new constitution and that the current process has been less consultative than previous constitutional processes.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association has raised concerns over the arrest of social media commentators and is calling for constitutional rights to be protected and bail conditions to remain reasonable and proportionate in compliance with Article 14 of the 1992 Constitution. The Association is also considering establishing a Human Rights Watch Committee to monitor protections for fundamental rights, particularly in cases involving social commentators and TikTokers.
16 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Bar Association President Efua Ghartey called on investigative and prosecutorial authorities to ensure bail conditions are reasonable, proportionate, and consistent with Article 14 of the 1992 Constitution. She also proposed establishing a Human Rights Watch Committee within the legal profession to monitor compliance with constitutional human rights provisions.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association says its Legal Committee, headed by Ace Ankomah, is analysing and researching the Tribunals Law and will announce the Bar's position in due course. GBA President Efua Ghartey said the Association would not rush its announcement but would carefully examine the law's provisions against constitutional standards, including jurisdiction, appointing authorities, fair trial standards, and tribunal independence.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association has called on the Judiciary and Executive to operate within the 1992 Constitution's limits, with its President raising concerns about comments attributed to the Chief Justice and reports that some judges may be serving Executive interests rather than the Constitution.
15 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has questioned the independence and consistency of the Ghana Bar Association's leadership in response to comments made by Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, arguing that independence and consistency must be demonstrated through actions rather than claimed.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has accused the Ghana Bar Association of selective criticism over Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie's recent remarks about state institutions, arguing the GBA's response is inconsistent with how it treated similar comments by previous Chief Justices. Dr Srem-Sai contended that if the GBA opposes political comments by Chief Justices, it should condemn all such remarks consistently rather than selectively depending on political circumstances.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association President has called on the government to match its stated commitment against illegal mining with consistent and impartial enforcement, warning that government statements on galamsey would amount to mere rhetoric without corresponding action. She expressed concern over allegations that individuals associated with political parties were openly involved in illegal mining while forests, water bodies and farmlands continued to suffer degradation.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Bar Association President Efua Ghartey expressed disappointment with remarks attributed to Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie concerning state-owned enterprises, saying they raised concerns among legal professionals. She also criticized the Judicial Service's response as inadequate, while emphasizing the Bar's commitment to judicial independence within constitutional limits.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Bar Association President Efua Ghartey has described the Judicial Service's defence of Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie over his partisan comments as "at best lacklustre," arguing that judges must remain within constitutional boundaries and that the Chief Justice's remarks comparing public institutions' performance under different administrations left much to be desired.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association has condemned Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for comments praising state-owned enterprises and comparing their output to that of a previous government, saying his remarks were inappropriate given his judicial position.
14 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association has objected to the Judiciary's decision to compel High Court judges to continue hearing part-heard criminal trials during the legal vacation period (August 1 to September 30), arguing that the practice departs from established arrangements and places undue pressure on lawyers who have made prior commitments.
12 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Ghana Bar Association has urged Chief Justice Paul Baffoe Bonnie to halt selected trials during the ongoing legal vacation (August 1–September 30), after receiving petitions from law firms regarding notices requiring lawyers to appear for part-heard criminal cases. The GBA states that legal vacation courts traditionally handle only emergencies and interlocutory matters, not trials, and that lawyers are not obliged to appear if unavailable.
11 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Justice Srem-Sai has rejected the Ghana Bar Association's stance that lawyers should not be required to appear before judges during the legal vacation, stating the GBA's position has no legal basis. The dispute arose after law firms challenged directives requiring them to appear before vacation courts during the August–September legal vacation period.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association has formally protested warrants compelling High Court judges to continue part-heard criminal trials during the ongoing legal vacation, arguing the move breaches court rules and professional convention. The GBA said three law firms were served with notices of warrants directing judges to proceed with cases despite the vacation period running from 1 August to 30 September.
11 August 2026 · The Chronicle →
Togbe Afede XIV, Agbogbomefia of Asogli State, has called for a review of the appointment process for Supreme Court judges, citing the absence of a constitutional upper limit on the number of justices and saying the current arrangement creates room for political considerations. Speaking at the Supreme Court's 150th anniversary durbar, he urged reforms to strengthen public confidence in the administration of justice.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana urged judges and lawyers to emulate the courage, fairness and integrity of three High Court judges who were murdered in 1982, dispensing justice without fear or favour and leaving behind true human values rather than corruption and nepotism.
2 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Bar Association's president has called for the Judiciary to be insulated from political interference to deliver justice effectively, and urged the country to formulate clear guidelines for the removal of Superior Court judges, citing concerns about the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
1 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Ghana Bar Association, led by President Efua Ghartey, donated assorted items to Pantang Psychiatric Hospital as part of Mother's Day celebrations and the association's annual outreach programme. The gesture was intended to demonstrate the legal profession's compassion and commitment to supporting vulnerable groups in society.
15 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Dominic Ayine, Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, praised the contributions of late Supreme Court Judge Justice Nasiru Suleman Gbadegbe as invaluable to Ghana's judiciary and nation at an event where his family launched his book "Procedure and Practice in the Supreme Court of Ghana." The publication, which Ayine described as a blueprint for judges and legal practitioners, was completed before Gbadegbe's death in April 2025.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →