Efua Ghartey has made history as the first female president of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), marking a pivotal milestone in Ghana’s legal profession.

Her election breaks a longstanding male dominated leadership in the association, inspiring many young women as she paves the way for future female leaders in the country.

In a closely contested election, she secured 1,208 votes, defeating her opponent, Kwadzo Dzakpasu, who garnered 1,060 votes, according to a report by myjoyonline.com.

Her journey to this coveted leadership position was defined by her dedication to the legal profession, where she has built a reputation as a staunch advocate for justice.

Her years of service and commitment have earned her the respect and admiration of her peers.

Efua Ghartey’s election after three unsuccessful attempts comes at a crucial time, as conversations around gender equality and women’s empowerment are gaining momentum across various sectors in Ghana, with the recent passage of the Gender Equity Bill by Parliament.

The purpose of the Act is to effectively address social, cultural, economic, and political gender imbalances in the country, stemming from historical discrimination against women and persistent patriarchal socio-cultural systems and norms.

In addition to Ghartey’s victory, Baffour Gyau was elected General Secretary, while Auralius Awuku was chosen as Assistant Secretary.

Saviour Kodzi retained his role as Public Relations Officer (PRO), with Lawrencia Adika elected as Assistant PRO.

The new leadership team is poised to bring fresh perspectives to the GBA’s future.

As GBA president, Efua Ghartey will lead with vision and integrity, advancing legal reforms and fostering greater inclusion within the legal profession.

Efua Ghartey is the wife of MP for Essikado, Joe Ghartey.

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