Majority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for South Dayi, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has criticized the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), alleging that the country's premier legal professional body has lost its relevance and credibility.
Speaking on Face to Face on Channel One TV on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, Dafeamekpor did not mince words in his assessment of the GBA's current standing in national discourse.
"The GBA has lost its relevance and credibility," Dafeamekpor stated, though he did not provide specific examples of what prompted his criticism.
The attack marks the latest salvo in an ongoing tension between the legislative arm of government and legal professional bodies over the direction of legal education reforms and the role of the judiciary in national governance.
The GBA, which represents over 4,000 lawyers in Ghana, has historically played a significant role in legal policy discussions, judicial appointments, and advocacy for the rule of law. However, the association has faced criticism in recent years for what some perceive as selective activism and failure to address internal challenges within the legal profession.
Dafeamekpor's comments come as Parliament considers the Legal Education Bill, which has been opposed by sections of the legal profession, including some judges who argue that the proposed reforms could undermine the quality of legal training in Ghana.
The GBA is yet to respond to Dafeamekpor's accusations. Legal observers say the criticism reflects broader tensions between Parliament and the legal establishment over the boundaries of their respective roles in shaping legal policy.
The Majority Chief Whip, a lawyer himself, has been a vocal defender of the government's legislative agenda and has previously clashed with judicial authorities over interpretations of parliamentary powers.
