Ghana Bar Association Sets Record Straight on President’s Conference Invitation

The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has issued a statement to clarify allegations surrounding the invitation of President John Dramani Mahama to the association’s 2025 Annual Conference. Contrary to reports, the GBA confirms that the President has been formally invited as the Guest of Honour and has graciously accepted.

Key Points:

Invitation Extended: Formal invitation letter was sent to the President on July 21, 2025
Acceptance Received: President’s acceptance letter dated August 1, 2025
Conference Details: The 2025 Annual Conference will be held in Wa, Upper West Region, under the President’s distinguished patronage
Relationship with Other Bars: The GBA maintains relationships with various international bar associations, including the Bar Council of England and Wales

The GBA emphasized its commitment to upholding the dignity of the President’s office and its fidelity to the Constitution of Ghana and its own constitution. The association also explained its practice of publishing initial notices of its annual conferences while awaiting responses from invited guests.