'It’s been a long time coming’ - Naa Ashorkor recounts journey after being called to the Bar

Ghanaian media personality and actress Naa Ashorkor has recounted how her journey to becoming a lawyer began after pursuing other professions for about a decade.

In a video shared on X and sighted by GhanaWeb on October 9, 2026, Naa Ashorkor, who was seen heading to the ceremony, was asked how she felt after being among the 1,568 professionals called to the Bar at the 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony.

She noted that it had been a long time coming.

According to the acclaimed media personality, she began her journey to becoming a lawyer in 2012.

‘It’s been a long time coming’ – Naa Ashorkor celebrates being called to the Bar

Naa Ashorkor explained that she took a long break to start a family and pursue her career, adding that she was able to achieve her dream through the grace of God, the support she received and her determination to carry on.

“It’s been the grace of God. I had a wonderful support system and the zeal to carry on with this dream that I’ve had for many years.

“It’s been a long time coming. I started this journey in 2012, so it’s been 14 years. I took a long break to let life happen, and I came back two years ago. So today’s a great day for me,” she said.

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Meanwhile, the 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony saw 1,568 lawyers-in-waiting formally admitted as barristers and solicitors of the Supreme Court of Ghana.

The cohort included several prominent figures in politics and public service, including Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Sam George, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, Naa Ashorkor Mensah-Doku, Phylis Naa Koryoo Okunor and Umaru Sanda.

Watch the video below:

Actress and media personality Naa Ashorkor arrives at the ICGC Christ Temple, Teshie Bush Road, for the General Legal Council's Call to the Bar ceremony, where she will join about 1,500 candidates in being formally admitted to the legal profession.

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