In a rare and heartwarming milestone for Ghana’s legal profession, Dr. Hazel P. Berrard Amuah and her daughter, Adwuwa Fynna Nhyira Berrard Quayson, were both called to the Bar in Accra on Friday, 9 October 2026. The mother and daughter were among the newly qualified lawyers enrolled as Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Ghana, creating a memorable double celebration for their family.
Their shared achievement has drawn widespread admiration across the country. For Dr. Hazel, the call to the Bar marks the latest chapter in an already distinguished professional journey that spans more than 28 years. She previously served as the first female Chief Executive Officer of Prudential Life Insurance Ghana, a position she held until April 2024. Her career has encompassed senior executive roles in corporate leadership, human resource management, insurance, and business consultancy across West and Central Africa. She is also a published author and leadership coach, with academic credentials that include a Doctor of Business Administration and master’s degrees in organisational development and bilingual translation.
What makes her story particularly compelling is the path she took to reach this point. Dr. Hazel completed her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) at the University of Ghana and her Qualifying Certificate in Law at the Ghana School of Law over a five-year period. She pursued these studies while continuing to manage demanding professional responsibilities and family life—an undertaking that required extraordinary discipline and determination.
Her daughter, Nhyira, qualified alongside her at the same ceremony. The two women now share not only a close family bond but also the professional distinction of having been admitted to the Bar together. While each will chart her own course in the legal profession, their simultaneous entry into practice stands as a powerful symbol of intergenerational ambition, mutual support, and the value of lifelong learning.
The moment has resonated widely in Ghanaian media and on social platforms, with many describing it as an inspiring example of what perseverance and family encouragement can achieve. Dr. Hazel’s decision to return to formal legal studies later in her career, while balancing high-level corporate leadership, has been especially noted as proof that new professional chapters remain possible at any stage of life.
As both women begin their careers as officers of the Supreme Court of Ghana, their story serves as a reminder that dedication, resilience, and the courage to pursue fresh ambitions can open doors across generations. Mother and daughter have not only reached a shared professional milestone—they have also set a memorable example for others who may be considering a similar leap.
