Ghanaian businesswoman, philanthropist and advocate for social causes, Inna Mariam Patty, is set to be formally admitted to the Bar of England and Wales by the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn.

She completed the Bar Practice Course at the University of Law with Distinction and earned the Dean’s Award for Excellence Scholarship.

Her call to the Bar represents a major step in her journey and serves as a source of international inspiration, showcasing her academic strength, dedication to service and leadership across law, business and humanitarian work.

“I see this as a continuation of my purpose, to use law as a tool for empowerment, justice, and social impact, especially for women and vulnerable communities,” said Patty.

Even before starting her legal studies, Patty had already distinguished herself as an impactful leader. As CEO of Exclusive Events Ghana Ltd, she championed projects that strengthened Ghana’s events sector and promoted pageantry as a force for social good.

Under the Miss Ghana Foundation, she helped deliver scholarships to over 40 students, initiated water projects in the northern part of the country, partnered with UNAIDS on national initiatives, and supported FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital in providing life-saving surgeries for children with scoliosis.

Patty now sits on the Board of FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital and leads the Miss Ghana Foundation, where she continues to advocate for improved education, healthcare and empowerment.

Her achievements have earned several distinctions, including:

Her outstanding contributions have earned her multiple honours, including being named the Overall African Woman Achiever (CSR Consultant) at the 2023 African Women Awards in Ethiopia, recognition as one of Ghana’s Top 50 Young CEOs in 2023 by Avance Media, the International Arch of Europe Award and BID Quality Award in Frankfurt in 2017, and a place among the 100 Most Outstanding Women Entrepreneurs in Ghana in 2016.

Her legal experience has involved shadowing judges at the Business and Property Courts and the Immigration and Asylum Chamber, as well as volunteering at the Immigration Tribunal at Taylor House, highlighting her commitment to promoting access to justice.

Her forthcoming call to the Bar unites her entrepreneurial spirit, community engagement, and legal advocacy, establishing her as a bridge between business, philanthropy, and the legal sector in both Ghana and the UK.

About Inna Mariam Patty

Inna Mariam Patty is a Ghanaian business executive, lawyer in training and philanthropist. She is the founder and CEO of Exclusive Events Ghana Limited, Chairwoman of the Miss Ghana Foundation and a Board Member of FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital.

She holds an MSc in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics, a GDL and BPC with Distinction from the University of Law, and certifications in mediation and negotiation.

On October 10 in Ghana, Ghana Radio and Television broadcaster Serwaa Amihere has been called to the BAR today, October 10, 2025.

Sharing a glimpse of her journey on social media, the now barrister indicated that she deliberately kept the news away from the public over the past 5 years.

"Making this known in a post shared via social media, she said “40 subjects. 40 exams. Over 2,500 lecture-hours. More than 8,000 hours of private studies and group discussions. A thousand plus judicial decisions. Several volumes of textbooks and monographs."

"Dozens of enactments, and many more dozens of pens, pencils, markers, highlighters, and sticky notes. Sleepy days and sleepless nights. This is the aspect of my life which I’ve carefully kept away from the public in the last 5 years. Thanks to God, my beloved family and you, wonderful individuals, who supported me through it all. To a new chapter,” Serwaa wrote in a post.

The Ghana School of Law admitted 824 lawyers-in-waiting to the Bar today, October 10, 2025.

The ceremony marked the culmination of years of perseverance, commitment, and determination on the part of the prospective lawyers.

Announcing the call to the Bar, the Ghana School of Law stated, “A new generation of lawyers is ready to serve with integrity and excellence.”

In 2023, Kennedy Osei, son of Dr Osei Kwame Despite, was also called to the bar.

He joins the tall list of graduates called to the bar, clad the black and white attire matching it with a peruke that brought a sense of formality and solemnity to their graduation ceremony, Friday, November 11, 2022.

In a post he shared on his Instagram, he posed wearing his graduation gown while seated with one leg crossed on the other.

His caption that accompanied the post read, “The Time Is Here: KENNEDY ASANTE OSEI ESQ. #GODFIRST. Thank you.”

His post has attracted many social media users and some stars to congratulate the businessman on achieving a higher milestone.

Reacting to his post, netizens shared many clapping emojis with others who expressed joy and shock after the post was shared barely one hour ago.

So far, his post has amassed close to seven thousand likes with over a hundred comments.

A social media reaction shared by Afia Schwarzenegger read, “Eishhhhhhh my learned colleague…[with five clapping emojis].”

Clemento Suarez also added, “Congratulations my fellow atta papa” while Selassie Ibrahim kept it simple with a warm “Congratulations.”

In the same year, the wife of actor turned politician John Dumelo, Gifty Mawunya Nkornu, was called to the bar.

She was called to the bar on Friday, May 5, 2023.

This was made public by her husband in Facebook post.

A proud husband took to his social media handles to celebrate his wife for her achievement.

John Dumelo shared a photo of his wife in her judicial gown and wig, plus another picture taken with their kids.

“Congratulations my love for being called to the Ghana Bar today. You are now Mrs Gifty Mawunya Dumelo Esq. I have cases for you already lol. Love you,” he wrote.

The couple got married in 2018 and share two children.

The General Legal Council (GLC) reversed its decision to admit Ms. Elorm Ababio, who is widely recognized on social media as Ama Governor, to the bar.

This change was communicated in a letter dated October 18, 2023, signed by Justice Cynthia Pamela Addo, the Secretary to the GLC.

The GLC explained that although Ms. Ababio had submitted the appropriate application and was initially scheduled to be called to the bar on October 20, 2023, the council has now reconsidered its decision.

According to the letter, upon receiving her application, Ms. Ababio had been informed that her conduct would be closely monitored by the Council, in adherence to the regulations governing the legal profession.

“In line with the General Legal Council’s letter dated 13th March, 2023, Council was to observe and monitor your conduct during the time leading up to the submission of your application to be called to the bar” the GLC stated.

The letter indicated that Ms Ababio couldn’t meet the criteria, hence her application to be called to the Ghanaian bar has been declined.

“At the meeting of the General Legal Council held on Tuesday, 17th October, 2023, your application to be called to the bar was declined on account of elements noted in your public conduct prior to the application,” the Council explained.

The General Legal Council (GLC) has allowed Ms. Elorm Ababio, popularly known as Ama Governor, to re-apply for admission to the bar any time after October 20, 2023.

The GLC will continue to monitor Ms. Ababio's conduct until it is satisfied that she meets the standards required for admission to the bar.

Elorm Ama Ababio, also known as Ama Governor, is a Ghanaian YouTuber, social media influencer, and aspiring lawyer. In November 2022, a complaint was filed against her for behavior on social media that was deemed unsuitable for the legal profession. The complainant argued that Ama had been featured in viral videos that were not in line with the conduct expected of a prospective lawyer.

As a result, she was denied admission to the bar, despite having completed her legal studies, passed her exams, and successfully completed her interview. Ama, along with the support of various Ghanaians on social media, engaged in legal battles and online petitions against the General Legal Council.

In September, Ama publicly asserted that her sexual orientation should not be a barrier to her admission to the bar. She claimed victory in her legal battle against the Council and was set to be called to the bar in October 2023. However, with only a few days remaining before her enrollment ceremony, she has been informed that she must re-apply.