In a move that’s sending shockwaves through Ghana’s legal community, Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Ayine has announced that the National Bar Exam will now replace the traditional entrance test for prospective lawyers. The bold decision marks a historic shift in how Ghana trains and licenses its legal professionals.
According to AG Ayine, the new system aims to raise standards, ensure fairness, and produce highly competent lawyers ready to tackle the challenges of the modern legal landscape. The announcement has already sparked intense discussions among law students, academics, and industry insiders.
Social media is buzzing, with law students weighing the pros and cons of the change, while legal experts debate how this shift could reshape Ghana’s legal profession for years to come.
A historic moment for Ghanaian law—AG Ayine’s move is redefining the path to the Bar.


