Ghanaian Law Graduate Akosua Achiaa Sarpong Wins Dual Top Honors at 63rd Call to the Bar Ceremony
Akosua Achiaa Sarpong, a KNUST Faculty of Law graduate, received both the John Mensah Sarbah Award and the Best Student in Civil Procedure at the 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony on 9 Oct 2026
In Brief
- •Akosua Achiaa Sarpong, a KNUST Faculty of Law graduate, received both the John Mensah Sarbah Award and the Best Student in Civil Procedure at the 63rd Call to the Bar ceremony on 9 Oct 2026
- •The ceremony enrolled 1,568 newly called lawyers, making Sarpong’s dual awards a standout achievement
- •Sarpong is the 11th KNUST graduate to win the John Mensah Sarbah Award since 2011 and the fourth consecutive recipient from the university since 2023
- •The awards highlight her exceptional performance across all professional law examinations and in the demanding field of civil procedure
Why It Matters
The Call to the Bar ceremony marks the formal entry of new lawyers into Ghana’s legal profession, and winning the John Mensah Sarbah Award—given to the best all‑round candidate—signals a high level of academic excellence and potential influence in the legal community. Sarpong’s dual recognition not only elevates her personal profile but also underscores KNUST’s growing reputation as a leading institution for legal education in Ghana, potentially attracting future students and shaping the country’s legal workforce.
Key Details
- Ceremony Date
- 9 Oct 2026
- Ceremony Number
- 63rd
- Total Enrolled Lawyers
- 1,568
- John Mensah Sarbah Award Recipients from KNUST
- 11th since 2011
- Consecutive KNUST Award Wins
- 4 (2023‑2026)
Context & Background
The Call to the Bar ceremony is the formal event where law graduates are admitted to practice, and the John Mensah Sarbah Award is one of the most prestigious honors a newly called lawyer can receive in Ghana.
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