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Supreme Court @150 Nat'l Constitutional Moot Court Competition: Zenith University College Law Faculty among top-five finishers; UG wins

The Supreme Court @150 National Constitutional Moot Court Competition formed part of activities marking the 150th anniversary of Ghana's Supreme Court

Supreme Court @150 Nat'l Constitutional Moot Court Competition: Zenith University College Law Faculty among top-five finishers; UG wins

Zenith University College's Faculty of Law has shone brightly on the national stage, securing a top-five spot at the Supreme Court @150 National Constitutional Moot Court Competition. This prestigious competition, held on July 20-21, 2026, gathered 11 law faculties from across Ghana to test students' legal acumen in research, interpretation, and courtroom advocacy.

Zenith's stellar performance culminated in the Best Plaintiff Memorial award, awarded to the team by Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for their exceptional written submissions. With a score of 82.50 points, Zenith outperformed rival institutions, emerging as the second-best private law faculty in Ghana overall. The university's success extended to individual accolades as well, with student advocates Joseph Kobina Koomson and Nana Serwah Agyemang ranking 5th and 7th, respectively, among the nation's top oralists.

This outstanding achievement underscores Zenith's growing reputation for academic excellence and practical legal training, placing the university alongside Ghana's most esteemed law schools. Faculty members lauded the unwavering support of Registrar Alhaji Nasaru Abdul-Rahman, whose commitment to the team's success was instrumental.

Coach and Coordinator Mr. David D. Olaga, Esq., and Chief Advisor Mr. Philip K. Buabeng, Esq., were also commended for their mentorship. The competition marked a significant part of Ghana's Supreme Court's 150th anniversary celebrations, providing law students with a platform to hone their advocacy skills and deepen their understanding of constitutional law and judicial practice.

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