By Jones Anlimah
The President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Mrs. Efua Ghartey, has called on legal practitioners in the Volta and Oti regions to offer sound legal advice to investors in order to enhance investment opportunities in the two regions.
Speaking at the maiden Volta and Oti Regional Bar Homecoming, held under the theme “Connecting Legal Practice with Investment Opportunities in the Volta and Oti Regions,” Mrs. Ghartey said, “Legal practitioners must provide sound legal advice to investors who want to take advantage of investment opportunities in land acquisitions, business registration, tax compliance, contract negotiation, and dispute resolution. This is a legacy profession in ensuring that investments are secured and businesses operate within the confines of the law.”
She emphasized that lawyers in the two regions must play a critical role in advising investors on how to navigate the regulatory landscape, stating, “Legal practitioners in the Volta and Oti regions must play a critical role in advising investors on how to navigate the regulatory landscapes.” She also advocated for the realization of the Bar Centre project in the region, saying, “There is the need for us to realize the Bar Centre project in the region to handle all conference events.”
The homecoming event provided an opportunity for practitioners and other stakeholders to come together under one roof to exchange ideas, share best practices, promote infrastructure development, and build links and networks to make the two regions competitive in the global market.
The Volta and Oti Regional Chairman of the Ghana Bar Association, Lawyer Moses Asampowa, emphasized the crucial role of the legal profession in driving regional development.
The Volta Regional Minister, Mr. James Gunu, commended the GBA for the initiative and pledged the government’s support for strengthening the investment climate in the two regions. “Our 24-hour economy policy can only be sustainable if we have a robust legal framework,” Mr. Gunu said. He noted that the Volta Region was open for business, emphasizing its untapped potential across multiple sectors.
“The Volta Region is indeed open for business. Our region is rich in potential, such as fertile lands, untapped natural resources, scenic tourism destinations, and a peaceful, welcoming environment,” he stated.
He highlighted the range of opportunities available for investors, adding, “From agriculture and agro-processing to tourism, infrastructure, and light manufacturing, we offer diverse and attractive investment opportunities.”
With a renewed commitment among legal practitioners, government officials, and stakeholders to collaborate in creating a more investor-friendly environment, efforts are now being focused on unlocking the full economic potential of the Volta and Oti regions.
