Attorney-General Dr. Dominic Ayine has urged the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) to uphold its duty to the Constitution and remain neutral in national discourse, warning that perceived partisanship undermines its credibility.
Speaking at the GBA’s annual conference in Wa, Dr. Ayine said the Bar’s strength lies in being a consistent and impartial voice on constitutional and democratic issues, not in aligning with transient political interests.
“Our allegiance must be first and foremost to the Constitution and the Republic,” he told members. “The Bar has played a crucial role in helping the Supreme Court interpret and enforce the law, but outside the courtroom, its advocacy has lacked consistency.”
Dr. Ayine cautioned that the association’s selective commentary on key constitutional controversies has raised questions about its neutrality. He urged the Bar to evaluate its past actions and ensure it speaks with fairness and balance in the future.
“The honest question we have to ask ourselves is: what has changed? The Bar must be the conscience of the nation, not the echo of any political faction,” he stressed.
While acknowledging the association’s historical role in shaping Ghana’s democratic journey, the Attorney-General called on members to recommit to principles of integrity and impartiality, reminding them that the GBA’s influence rests on its reputation for fairness.
