Ghana’s Legal Luminary Aima O. Biga Celebrates Prestigious GC Powerlist Honor

Aima O. Biga, General Counsel for West Africa at Ernst & Young (EY) Ghana, has been celebrated as one of Ghana’s foremost in-house legal leaders after securing a coveted spot on The Legal 500 GC Powerlist 2025.

The recognition, announced at a high-profile ceremony at Labadi Beach Hotel, underscores her transformative impact on corporate governance, crisis management, and ethical compliance in West Africa’s dynamic business environment.

Biga’s strategic acumen has cemented her reputation as a linchpin of EY’s regional operations. Overseeing a team tasked with navigating complex regulatory frameworks, she has consistently aligned legal strategies with EY’s business goals, safeguarding the firm against risks while fostering sustainable growth. Colleagues credit her leadership with fortifying organizational resilience amid Ghana’s evolving economic landscape, particularly through high-stakes negotiations and compliance innovations that have set industry benchmarks.

Beyond her corporate role, Biga has emerged as a vocal advocate for mentorship and community empowerment. She dedicates significant time to guiding young legal professionals, particularly women, through skills workshops and one-on-one coaching. Her grassroots initiatives, focused on bridging gaps in legal education for underserved youth, have drawn praise from civil society groups and peers alike. “Her commitment to lifting others isn’t just admirable—it’s reshaping the future of Ghana’s legal sector,” remarked a senior executive.

The GC Powerlist, curated by The Legal 500 in collaboration with pan-African law firm ENSafrica, spotlights 80 trailblazing general counsel driving excellence across industries. The 2025 edition highlighted Ghana’s rising influence in regional corporate governance, with Biga’s inclusion reflecting her dual legacy of professional rigor and social impact.

Analysts note that Biga’s recognition aligns with broader trends elevating African legal talent onto the global stage. As multinationals deepen their investments in West Africa, experts argue that figures like her—skilled in balancing commercial ambition with regulatory nuance—will prove indispensable. For now, Biga’s accolade stands as a testament to quiet yet profound leadership, proving that in law, as in business, integrity and vision remain unmatched currencies.

EY Ghana has publicly lauded her achievement, with insiders hinting at expanded responsibilities for Biga as the firm eyes new markets. For Ghana’s legal community, her story is both inspiration and blueprint: excellence, after all, thrives where expertise meets empathy.