Council for Legal Education and Training

Established by the Legal Education Act, 2026 (Act 1170), assented to by the President on 11 May 2026. Ghana's statutory authority for the regulation of legal education.

Our Mission

To oversee professional legal education and training through accreditation, digital transformation, and application of excellent standards that promote justice and development.

Act 1170 · s.2–3

Our Vision

To be a regulator of professional legal education and training that produces ethical leaders for national and global impact.

Act 1170 · s.2

Our Core Values

  • Justice
  • Universal (inclusiveness, accessibility)
  • Service
  • Technology
  • Integrity
  • Collaboration (partnerships)
  • Excellence

Object of the Council

Legal Education Act, 2026 (Act 1170) — Section 2

“The object of the Council is to regulate legal education in the country to ensure the promotion and maintenance of the highest possible standards in legal education.”

Council for Legal Education and Training seal
Functions of the Council
Act 1170 · Section 3
Accredit institutions to provide professional legal education and training
Set standards for accreditation with the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission
Supervise accredited institutions for continued compliance
Supervise professional and practical training of aspiring legal professionals
Make provision for courses of study and practical instruction
Advise the Minister on national standards and norms
Evaluate courses of study for recognition of legal qualifications
Develop and maintain partnerships with local and international bodies
Represent the Council in national, regional and international fora

Since 1960

From the Legal Profession Act (Act 32) to Legal Education Act (Act 1170)

The evolution of legal education regulation in Ghana, culminating in the establishment of CLET as a dedicated statutory body.

Full history & establishment
1960

Legal Profession Act, 1960 (Act 32)

Foundational legislation establishing the General Legal Council.

2026

Legal Education Act, 2026 (Act 1170)

Assented to by the President on 11 May 2026, establishing CLET.

May 2026

Establishment of CLET

Ghana School of Law constituted as a directorate of CLET.

Board & Leadership

CLET is governed by a multi-stakeholder Board, with day-to-day administration led by the Director-General.

Members Directory

NameEmail
Prof. Raymond A. Atugubaraymond.atuguba@clet.gov.gh
His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonniepaul.baffoe-bonnie@clet.gov.gh
His Lordship Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamanggabriel.pwamang@clet.gov.gh
Her Ladyship Justice Jennifer Abena Dadziejennifer.dadzie@clet.gov.gh
Her Honour Sirah Mahamasiran.mahama@clet.gov.gh
Dr. Justice Srem-Saijustice.srem-sai@clet.gov.gh
Dr. Clement Abas Apaakclement.apaak@clet.gov.gh
Prof. Augustine Oclooaugustine.ocloo@clet.gov.gh
Prof. Kofi Abotsikofi.abotsi@clet.gov.gh
Prof. Peter Atudiwe Atuparepeter.atupare@clet.gov.gh
Prof. Cynthia Forsoncynthia.forson@clet.gov.gh
Juliet Mavis Adu Adjeijuliet.adjei@clet.gov.gh
Marian Atta Boahenemarian.boahene@clet.gov.gh
Yusif Osmanyusif.osman@clet.gov.gh
Janet Odetsi Twum Esqjanet.twum@clet.gov.gh
Leo Yarkwah Arthurleo.arthur@clet.gov.gh
Kwame Anum Awadziekwame.awadzie@clet.gov.gh
Francisca Kakra Forsonfrancisca.forson@clet.gov.gh
Enyo Tawiahenyo.tawiah@clet.gov.gh
Louisa Condoberry-Asamoahlouisa.condoberry-asamoah@clet.gov.gh
Lorraine Ocloolorraine.ocloo@clet.gov.gh
Board Composition
Act 1170 · Section 4
1One retired Justice of the Supreme Court (Chairperson, nominated by the President)
2Three representatives of the Judiciary (nominated by the Chief Justice)
3One representative of the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice
4Three representatives of the Bar
5One representative of the Ministry responsible for Education
6One representative of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission
7Three law lecturers nominated by the Conference of Law Deans
8The Director-General

Members are appointed by the President in accordance with Article 70 of the Constitution. Board members hold office for four years, eligible for re-appointment for one further term.

Full governance & leadership

Under the Act

Ghana School of Law

A directorate of CLET established under Section 77. Administers the Post-Call Law Course, Bar Examination preparation, and specialist programmes.

Act 1170 · s.77–78Visit website

National Bar Examination Committee

Established under Section 65. Conducts the National Bar Examination and issues qualifying certificates to successful candidates.

Act 1170 · s.65–68Learn more →

Legal Education Appeals Tribunal

Established under Section 79 on an ad hoc basis to hear appeals against Council decisions on accreditation licences.

Act 1170 · s.79–86Learn more →

Get in Touch

Reach the CLET head office for enquiries about accreditation, examinations, admissions, or general information.

Address
Independence Avenue - Makola, Accra, Ghana
Telephone
+233 307 003 231
Email
info@clet.gov.gh
Office Hours
Mon – Fri, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Directorate-specific contacts

Find direct emails and profiles for each of CLET's ten directorates, plus a map to the head office.

Full contact details