Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh: GIMPA Law School Elects First Female President

• Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh has been elected the first female president of the GIMPA Law Students Association
• The University of Ghana graduate and Achimota School alumnus made history after a highly competitive election
• The overly excited Ghanaian lady took to TikTok to celebrate the win, dedicating it to women who dare to lead
• Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh spoke YEN.com.gh in an exclusive interview

A young Ghanaian woman, Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh, has made history at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA).

She has been elected as the first female president of the Law Students Association at the GIMPA Law School.

Phyllis’ remarkable achievement marks a significant milestone in the institution's history.

Taking to social media to celebrate the win, she shared on TikTok that her victory is one for every woman who dares to lead.

She also expressed profound gratitude to God for guiding her through the keenly contested election.

“A win for every woman who dares to lead. First female president of GIMPA Law School. Thank you, GIMPA. God did!!” she wrote.

Speaking to YEN.com.gh, Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh said her genuine love for leadership and service to humanity pushed her to contest for the LSA presidential elections.

"Genuine love for leadership and service as well as encouragement from friends and family. You know, we’re really in the era of women empowerment and I saw this as a good opportunity since no woman had ever won the presidency. I took the step. And the support was massive and here we are," she said.

She further promised go run an all inclsuive administration during her tenure as the LSA president.

"Gimpa LSA should expect a leadership that is inclusive, action-oriented, and focused on renewal. Every voice will be heard, and students will be strongly represented in all matters that affect us. I am here to serve and leave a lasting impact, which will pave way for future women to have the same opportunities." she said.

Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh also made a passionate appeal to the alumni community of the GIMPA Law School to give back to their alma mater.

"I also call on our alumni to support our efforts in enhancing the Gimpa experience by helping us secure shuttles, comfortable seating, and a more conducive learning environment. I’ll be contacting them soon and I kindly ask that they welcome us with open arms. It was one of my major policies," she appealed.

Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh's academic journey

Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh is an alumna of Achimota School, one of Ghana’s most prestigious second-cycle institutions.

She graduated in 2018 after excelling in the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

Later that year, she enrolled at the University of Ghana for her undergraduate studies.

After four years of rigorous academic work, she graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Philosophy. She subsequently applied to GIMPA to study law.

Upon completing her LLB programme at GIMPA, Phyllis is expected to proceed to the Ghana School of Law to pursue her professional legal training.

Owing to her inspiring achievement at GIMPA, the Achimota School took to its Facebook page to celebrate Phyllis.

"Congratulations to Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh, OAA Class of 2018, on her election as the first female President of GIMPA Law School. Ayekoo Akora," the Facebook post read.

Below is the Facebook post from the Achimota School

Ghanaians online congratulate Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh

After Phyllis Marfoa Ayeh made the post on TikTok to celebrate her achievement, many Ghanaians thronged the comment section to congratulate her.

YEN.com.gh compiled a few of the reactions below:

Abena media said:

"Congratulations dear. I tap into your blessings."

@Emerald_Shark also said:

"Congratulations my love. God did!!! super proud of you."

@Firdaus_Naana_Issaka |MUA commented:

"Congratulations, baby girl ! I am so proud of you. Her EXCELLENCY ."

@Qweku Asamoah also commented:

"Congratulations dear. Very proud of your achievements."

@Rheapha_rash wrote"

"Indeed you learnt well…I am proud of you."

KNUST elects first female SRC president

In a related story, YEN.com.gh reported that Yvonne Osei Adobea was elected as the first female president of the Student Representative Council at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

Yvonne pulled 8,282 votes to defeat her leading opponent, Abraham Rockson, who had 4,568.

The Sociology student was able to successfully win the SRC election in 2023 after coming in second place in 2022.

The young lady's remarkable achievement was widely celebrated on social media by her friends and family.

Source: YEN.com.gh