Social media influencer Elorm Ababio, popularly known as Ama Governor, has finally been called to the Ghana Bar after a two-year denial. On May 31, she joined 181 other individuals who were sworn in as new lawyers, receiving a certificate at a ceremony.
In a heartwarming video shared on social media, Ama Governor is seen walking to the podium in her law regalia, bowing down to dignitaries, and receiving her certificate.
Ama’s call to the bar marks a significant milestone in her career, coming after two years of back-and-forth with the General Legal Council (GLC) for denying her the opportunity to be called to the Bar.
She was first listed by the GLC on a notice board at the Ghana School of Law as part of the students to be called to the bar on May 31. The official notice from the Ghana School of Law stated: “The list of persons qualified to be called to the bar per a notice issued under the hand of the Director of the Ghana School of Law is not exhaustive and may change upon the attention of the General Legal Council drawn to certain irregularities.”
This development follows her two consecutive denials to be called to the bar in 2022 and 2023. The graduate of the Ghana School of Law garnered attention online in 2022 and 2023 when she was denied entry to be called to the Bar.
The General Legal Council cited “conduct unbecoming of an applicant to be called to the Bar” as the reason for not allowing her to be called to the Bar. The decision resulted in a public debate, with many questioning the basis for their refusal.
While some commended the General Legal Council for its decision, the GLC received massive backlash from social media users and some fans and sympathizers of the influencer.
Ama Governor’s journey to being called to the Bar has been long and challenging, but she has finally achieved her goal.
Her success is an inspiration to many, and her determination and perseverance in the face of adversity are admirable.
Congratulations have poured in for Ama Governor on social media, with many celebrating her achievement and welcoming her to the legal profession.
