The software launch marks a significant milestone in the Council’s efforts to harness technology and improve the overall examination experience. Mr. Ebo Asamoah-Nyinaku Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Integris 360, the software developer, provided an overview of the new examination software, highlighting its key features and capabilities. According to him, the system has been designed to enhance and streamline various processes for Entrance, Practicing Law Certificate and Post-Call Examinations. For the Entrance Examination, the system provides information on purchasing application vouchers and filling out application forms including an overview of examinations and notification of students on status of examinations.
Mr. Ebo Asamoah-Nyinaku CEO of Integris
For Practicing Law Certificate and Post-Call Examinations, the software can undertake the following: signing into student examination application accounts, registering for relevant examinations, requesting script, remarking or result re-tallying, taking supplementary papers and viewing examination history and records of payment made. Prof. Raymond Atuguba, Dean of the University of Ghana Law School emphasized the need for the General Legal Council to re-evaluate the examination process for law students in Ghana.
Prof. Raymond Atuguba, Dean, University of Ghana Law School
He argued that the current system should be revamped to become more multi-dimensional and assess a broader range of skills, knowledge and attitudes essential for a well-rounded and effective lawyer or legal graduate. He announced that the conference of Deans of Law will soon present a new proposal to the Chief Justice and the Chairperson of the General Legal Council outlining an innovative approach to examining law students in Ghana. However, he stressed that in the meantime, efforts that are being made to improve the existing examination process must be continued. Justice Prof Henrietta J.A.N. Mensa-Bonsu, (JSC) Chairperson of the Independent Examination Committee (IEC) said ‘the new website and examination portal have been custom-built for the IEC by a Ghanaian software developer. It has been long in coming, but it has now come, and comes at a time when it is most needed. Its primary role is to assist in the many tasks that any examination administration system must undertake, such as registration, identification verification, assignment of index numbers, management of results, quality assurance system, quick communication of required information to candidates, speedy processing of results and early release of results to enable important and informed career decisions to be made’.
Justice Prof Henrietta J.A.N. Mensa-Bonsu, (JSC), Chairperson, IEC
The Chairperson emphasized that the new software is crucial in combating the rising issue of fake documents, which are easily created and difficult to detect with the naked eye due to advancements in replication technologies. She noted that a centralized system like this
is essential in detecting and eliminating fraudulent documents, as it allows for better control and coordination, preventing isolated activities. Addressing security concerns, she assured indicated that the system’s vulnerability has been thoroughly addressed and its security features have been strengthened to resist hacking attempts. While acknowledging that technology comes with additional cost, she stressed that the benefits of this system far outweigh the expense, making it a valuable investment worth its weight in gold.
CJ Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo delivering her speech
Chief Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo who is also the Chairperson of the General Legal Council was clearly delighted at the development, noting ‘To say that I’m very excited about what is going on this morning will be a gross understatement. I am extremely excited because it is very worrisome when all the deviant rumors and problems about exam integrity are discussed in the public space. So this morning, I’m grateful we finally have in place a software for the administration of exams of professional legal education in Ghana to be used by the Independent Examinations Committee of the General Legal Council’.
