The University of Ghana School of Law commenced a new chapter in its illustrious history with a grand sod-cutting ceremony that saw the convergence of legal luminaries, alumni, and esteemed dignitaries. The ceremony, presided over by the Chief Justice of Ghana, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo, and the University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, signaled the commencement of the construction of a state-of-the-art facility that is poised to redefine legal education in the country.
Chief Justice of Ghana, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo
The groundbreaking event, held amidst palpable excitement and a spirit of anticipation, marked the initiation of a versatile facility that will house a 1,500-seat auditorium, two additional 1,000-seat lecture halls, four 250-capacity lecture rooms, eight 125-seat lecture rooms, sixteen 65-seat rooms, and fourteen Ph.D. rooms. It will also accommodate 500-seat and 200-seat moot courts, along with an administrative structure upon completion. The auditorium, poised to be Ghana’s second-largest after the renowned Accra International Conference Center, promises to be a hub for intellectual discourse, legal symposiums, and a venue for cultural events that will resonate across the academic landscape of the nation.
Speaking at the ceremony, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Torkornoo emphasised the significance of this milestone, stating, "This momentous occasion signifies not just the physical construction of a facility, but a commitment to fostering legal education and discourse in Ghana. The future of legal practice lies in the education and innovation that institutions like the University of Ghana School of Law provide."
Provost of College of Humanities, Prof. Daniel Ofori
In his address during the sod-cutting ceremony for the new University of Ghana School of Law building complex, the Provost of the College of Humanities, Prof. Daniel Ofori, expressed not only his joy at participating in the event but also his optimistic outlook for the project’s completion. Prof. Ofori emphasized the transformative potential of the new building, foreseeing its capacity to alleviate the longstanding infrastructural challenges faced not only by the University of Ghana School of Law but by the entire University.
Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, Vice-Chancellor, University of Ghana (Right) and Dean, UGSoL, Prof. Raymond A. Atuguba (Left)
Prof. Ofori conveyed sincere appreciation to visionary leadership of the Dean of the University of Ghana School of Law and commended him for spearheading this ambitious enterprise initiative.
Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, in her address, expressed gratitude to all stakeholders involved in realising this ambitious project. "This facility stands as a testament to the dedication of our alumni, faculty, and supporters who have rallied behind our vision of academic excellence," she remarked, highlighting the collaborative effort that brought this project to fruition.
GBA President, Mr. Yaw Acheampong Boafo
The GBA President, Mr. Yaw Acheampong Boafo, noted how the University of Ghana School of Law plays an integral role in shaping the legal landscape of the country, producing legal luminaries, and policymakers who have made remarkable impacts on humanity both locally and internationally.
He commended the University of Ghana School of Law for the vision and the initiative towards building a state-of-the-art multi-purpose building complex that will provide a much more conducive environment for teaching and training of future law professionals.
Deputy Attorney General, Mr. Alfred Tuah-Yeboah
The Deputy Attorney General, Mr. Alfred Tuah-Yeboah, speaking on behalf of the Attorney General, praised the University of Ghana School of Law for its role in training top legal minds, including himself. He emphasized the importance of the new complex as a fitting space to uphold the excellent standard of legal education for which the University of Ghana School of Law is renowned.
The construction of this monumental facility is projected to be completed within 18 months after the groundbreaking, promising an expansive space that will not only cater to the academic needs of the law school but also serve as a center fostering dialogue and engagement within the broader community.
The sod-cutting ceremony was part of the University’s Alumni Homecoming Week celebrations, a time when former students gather to reconnect, reminisce, and contribute to the development of their alma mater. This confluence of past, present, and future stakeholders underscored the deep-seated commitment to advancing legal education at the University of Ghana School of Law.
As the construction progresses, the anticipation mounts, marking a significant leap forward for the University and Ghana’s academic landscape as a whole. The vision encapsulated within the foundation of this forthcoming facility speaks volumes about the strides toward excellence and innovation that the University of Ghana School of Law continually pursues.