Broadcaster-turned-lawyer Serwaa Amihere became the focus of legal discussions after judges at Ghana’s Supreme Court reportedly raised concerns about her appearance before the apex court without a senior lawyer accompanying her legal team.
According to reports, the issue arose during proceedings in the case The Republic v. The Court of Appeal, Civil Division, Kumasi; Ex-Parte CalBank PLC (Suit No. J5/54/2026), where Serwaa Amihere, who was recently called to the Ghana Bar, moved an application before the court.
The matter was reportedly brought to public attention by legal commentary platform The Law Platform, which highlighted exchanges between the bench and the legal team.
Presiding over the case was Justice Amadu Tanko, the third seniormost judge of the Supreme Court.
During the hearing, the judges reportedly questioned why two relatively junior lawyers were handling a matter before the country’s highest court without the supervision or involvement of a more experienced senior counsel.
The bench is said to have emphasized the importance of mentorship within the legal profession, particularly when young lawyers are tasked with arguing cases before the Supreme Court.
According to reports, the judges expressed reservations about the practice, suggesting that the guidance of seasoned practitioners plays a crucial role in the professional development of younger lawyers and helps ensure the effective presentation of cases at the highest judicial level.
The incident has since sparked conversations within legal and public circles, with some observers viewing the judges’ comments as a reminder of the value of mentorship in the legal profession, while others have argued that newly qualified lawyers should also be given opportunities to independently build courtroom experience.
Serwaa Amihere, who transitioned from broadcasting into law after being called to the Bar, has attracted significant public interest in recent years due to her dual career in media and the legal profession.