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Ghana’s Inna Mariam Patty to be called to the Bar of England and Wales with Distinction
Inna Mariam Patty, a renowned Ghanaian entrepreneur, philanthropist, and social advocate, will be officially called to the Bar of England and Wales at a ceremony held by the Honourable Society of Lincoln’s Inn on November 25, 2025.
Patty will graduate with Distinction from the University of Law, where she pursued the Bar Practice, having also received the prestigious Dean’s Award for Excellence Scholarship.
Her call to the Bar marks not just a personal milestone, but also a symbolic moment of cross-continental inspiration—an embodiment of academic excellence, social responsibility, and leadership spanning business, law, and humanitarian service.
“I see this as a continuation of my purpose—to use law as a tool for empowerment, justice, and social impact, especially for women and vulnerable communities,” Inna.Patty said.
Before embarking on her legal journey, Patty established herself as a transformative leader.
As Chief Executive Officer of Exclusive Events Ghana Ltd, she spearheaded initiatives that elevated Ghana’s event industry and used pageantry as a platform for community change.
Under her leadership, the Miss Ghana Foundation has funded scholarships for over 40 students, built water projects in northern Ghana, partnered with UNAIDS on national campaigns, and supported the FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital in providing life-saving surgeries for children with scoliosis.
Ms.Patty currently serves as a Board Member of FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital and Chairwoman of the Miss Ghana Foundation, roles through which she continues to advocate for education, healthcare, and empowerment initiatives.
Her exemplary achievements have earned her multiple distinctions, including:
- Overall African Woman Achiever (CSR Consultant) at the 2023 African Women Awards (Ethiopia).
- Recognition among Top 50 Young CEOs in Ghana (2023) by Avance Media.
- International Arch of Europe Award (Frankfurt, 2017) and BID Quality Award.
- Recognition as one of the 100 Most Outstanding Women Entrepreneurs in Ghana (2016).
Patty’s legal training has included judicial shadowing at the Business and Property Courts and Immigration and Asylum Chamber, as well as pro bono work at the Immigration Tribunal (Taylor House), reflecting her passion for access to justice.
Her upcoming call to the Bar represents a merging of her entrepreneurial acumen, community leadership, and legal advocacy—solidifying her as a bridge between business, philanthropy, and justice in Ghana and the UK.
About Inna Mariam Patty
Inna Mariam Patty is a Ghanaian business executive, lawyer-in-training, and philanthropist. She is the founder and CEO of Exclusive Events Ghana Limited, Chairwoman of the Miss Ghana Foundation, and a Board Member of FOCOS Orthopaedic Hospital.
Patty holds an MSc in Accounting and Finance from the London School of Economics, a GDL and BPC with Distinction from the University of Law, and certifications in mediation and negotiation.
A 30-year-old man has been sentenced to 25 years imprisonment with hard labour by the Bekwai Circuit Court for his role in a 2022 robbery at a mining site at Manso Akwasiso in the Ashanti South Region.
The convict, Dominic Ofori, also known as Fanta, was arrested on 16th February 2026 after years on the run. He pleaded guilty before the Bekwai Circuit Court to robbery contrary to Section 149 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 Act 29, and was accordingly sentenced to 25 years imprisonment with hard labour.
On March 20, 2022, the Manso Adubia District Police received intelligence that a group of armed men from Manso Abodom were planning to attack a mining site at Manso Akwasiso to rob the owner of gold concentrate. Acting on the information, police mounted a coordinated operation and laid an ambush at the site.
At about 5:30 pm the same day, four-armed men arrived at the site, fired indiscriminately, and robbed the miners of their gold concentrate. The police team on surveillance intervened, resulting in an exchange of gunfire.
Three of the suspects, Abu Abubakar, Musah Latif, and Gideon Takyi, sustained gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead on arrival at St Martins Catholic Hospital at Agroyesum. Dominic Ofori escaped at the time but was later arrested and put before the court.
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has assured the public of its continued commitment to combating violent crimes and bringing offenders to justice.
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested 45-year-old Isaac Boafo, also known as “Duabo King,” for allegedly publishing false news intended to cause fear and panic.
Police said the arrest follows a viral TikTok video in which Boafo claimed that four officers at the Central Police Station in Kumasi engaged in inappropriate conduct with commercial sex workers during night patrols in Asafo.
Officers from the Police Intelligence Directorate (Ashanti Region) apprehended Boafo after receiving intelligence about the video.
During questioning, he admitted to creating the video to attract views and engagement online, and acknowledged that he could not prove the allegations.
Boafo also admitted making comments about the President of the Republic for content purposes and could not defend those statements.
He has been formally charged and is in detention as investigations continue.
The Ashanti Regional Police have warned the public against publishing or sharing false information on social media, noting that such acts can cause fear, panic, and damage reputations.
They said anyone found engaging in similar conduct will face legal action.
By: Jacob Aggrey
