Naa Ashorkor
Actress and broadcaster Naa Ashorkor is now a lawyer. The popular TV3 presenter was among 1,568 newly qualified lawyers called to the Ghana Bar on Friday, October 9, 2026, and she says the moment was 14 years in the making. She was not the only familiar face in the robes either, as Citi FM’s Umaru Sanda Amadu, Joy News’ Ayisha Ibrahim and EIB Network’s Rev. Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong also crossed into the legal profession.
A Big Day at the 63rd Call to the Bar
The Ghana School of Law’s 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony took place at the ICGC Christ Temple on Teshie Bush Road in Accra. It was a formal convocation of the General Legal Council, where the new lawyers were enrolled as Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Ghana.
The 1,568 people admitted make up one of the largest groups called to the Ghana Bar in recent years.
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie and Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine were among the dignitaries in attendance. Justices of the Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and High Court, as well as members of the General Legal Council and the Ghana Bar Association, were also present.
Naa Ashorkor: “It’s Been a Long Time Coming”
For Naa Ashorkor Mensah-Doku, the ceremony marked the end of a long and patient road. Speaking at the event, she described the day as one she had waited years for.
“It’s been a long time coming,” she said. “I started this journey in 2012, so it’s been 14 years.”
She explained that she stepped away from her legal studies for a long time to start a family and grow her career, before returning about two years ago. “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 added.
Faith, Family and Focus
Naa Ashorkor credited three things for getting her across the finish line: her faith, the people around her and her own drive.
In her words, it came down to “the grace of God, a wonderful support system and the zeal to pursue a dream I had for many years.”
The Video Diary Fans Loved
Before the ceremony, she also shared a short video on Instagram documenting her time at the Ghana School of Law. The first clip, dated November 6, 2024, shows her on her very first day of school, heading out early to get a seat at the front of a large class.
In the video, she admitted she was very anxious about how tough the programme is. She vowed to pass all her exams at once and finish in two years, saying she was ready to “burn the midnight candle” to make it happen.
The final clip, recorded early on the morning of October 9, 2026, shows her on her way to the call ceremony. “This is what the Lord has done,” she said.
Who Is Naa Ashorkor?
Naa Ashorkor is a Ghanaian actress, radio and TV presenter, broadcast journalist and theatre director. She shot to fame with her role in Shirley Frimpong-Manso’s hit film The Perfect Picture and later appeared in Poisoned Bait.
On the media side, she has worked with Asaase Radio and Media General, and currently appears on TV3. She is also known for her work in theatre and her advocacy for women, girls’ education and the welfare of mothers and children. Her move into law adds yet another title to an already varied career, much like other screen stars who have pushed beyond acting, a topic Jackie Appiah recently spoke about.
Other Media Personalities Called to the Bar
Naa Ashorkor was one of several well-known media faces who were admitted on the day.
- Umaru Sanda Amadu – The respected broadcast journalist with Citi FM and Channel One TV, known for his coverage of national affairs and interviews with leading figures.
- Ayisha Ibrahim – The Joy News broadcast journalist has now added a legal qualification to her journalism career.
- Rev. Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong – The General Manager of EIB Network. Platforms under the network, including GHOne TV and Starr FM, celebrated her on social media with photos of her in legal attire.
Their achievement adds to a growing list of Ghanaian broadcasters who have studied law alongside busy media careers. It also comes at a time when Ghanaian media is seeing plenty of change, with presenters such as Sammy Forson making big career moves of their own.
Politicians Also Joined the New Lawyers
The 2026 class also had a strong political flavour. Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George and Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah were both called to the Bar.
Mpraeso MP Davis Ansah Opoku, Awutu Senya East MP Phyllis Naa Koryoo Okunor and former Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry Nana Ama Dokua Asiamah-Adjei were also among the new lawyers.
Fans and Colleagues React
Congratulations poured in on social media once photos of Naa Ashorkor in her black barrister’s robe and white jabot went viral. Many fans praised her patience and determination after hearing about her 14-year journey.
One user, @regal_esi, wrote: “Congratulations, learned colleague,” while another, @eunice_oheneba_asiedu, commented: “This is the doing of the Lord.”
Quick Facts
- Event: Ghana School of Law’s 63rd Call to the Bar
- Date: Friday, October 9, 2026
- Venue: ICGC Christ Temple, Teshie Bush Road, Accra
- Number called: 1,568 new lawyers
- Media personalities: Naa Ashorkor, Umaru Sanda Amadu, Ayisha Ibrahim, Rev. Nana Yaa Serwaa Sarpong
- Naa Ashorkor’s journey: Started in 2012, returned in 2024, called in 2026
A Lesson in Patience
Naa Ashorkor’s story has struck a chord because it shows that dreams do not come with an expiry date. After pausing her studies for family and career, she came back, finished in two years and walked out of the ceremony as a lawyer. For many fans, her journey is proof that it is never too late to finish what you started.
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