General
Boldly resist and report domestic violence – Ablakwa admonishes women
Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament (MP) for the North Tongu constituency in the Volta Region has admonished women to resist domestic violence.
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Results for "Mr. Charles Kofi Kwadam"
798 results.
Opinion
Blue Law: An Insight
The interesting subject of Blue laws is the focus of this article, including its applications in Ghanaian law
Justice Alexander Osei Tutu
Opinion
Rethinking Legal Education in Ghana: From Rote Memorization to Open-Statute Exams For A New Era of Legal Competence and Mastery
The article examines the current state of legal education in Ghana, highlighting its challenges and proposing reforms to make it more effective, accessible, and aligned with modern legal practice.
Sedinam Awo Kwadam
Opinion
Invoking the Supervisory Jurisdiction of the Supreme Court of Ghana. The Case of a Meddlesome Interloper (Busybody)
The Ghanaian courts have allowed the efflorescence of legal doctrines as necessary nutrients for the enjoyment and development of rights and obligations under the law within the Ghanaian jurisdiction. One such procedural doctrine is LOCUS S...
Kwame Richard Klu and Kwame Yaro Appiah
Courts
Judge questions need for dual marriage ceremonies in Ghana
Justice Dorinda Smith-Arthur, speaking during proceedings on a high-profile matrimonial dispute, noted that Ghana’s legal framework recognises each marriage type as fully valid on its own.
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Courts
Hearing of Daddy Lumba widowhood case extended to November 25
Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur has now rescheduled the close of proceedings to Tuesday, 25 November 2025, citing a combination of delays that disrupted the planned timetable.
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Courts
Daddy Lumba's body belongs to the family, not the spouse-Kumasi High Court
In her decision, Justice Smith Arthur held that Ghanaian customary law governs such matters, and that the matrilineal family of the deceased retains entitlement to the body and all associated funeral rites.
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Courts
Court dismisses injunction against Daddy Lumba’s funeral
The application, filed by Madam Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, who identifies herself as the musician’s lawful wife, sought to restrain the musician’s extended family head and another woman claiming to be his spouse from proceeding with the burial ar...
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Courts
Jailed Agradaa to open defence in nude photo case as court rejects "No Case" plea
Justice Mary Ekue Yanzuh dismissed a “no case” submission from Agradaa’s legal team, insisting the evidence presented by prosecutors warrants a response from the accused.
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Courts
Tarkwa:Labourer jailed four months for stealing mobile phone
According to the prosecutor, Police Inspector Patrick Essien, the first complainant, Bright Chigozie, operates a mobile phone sales and exchange business at the Ford Lorry Station in Tarkwa.
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Crime
Court denies bail for nine suspects in alleged murder of cab driver
The court's decision aims to allow further investigations into the case, following a request for bail by the defense counsel.
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Supreme Court News
Speaker refers fresh Supreme Court nominees to Appointment Committee
During sittings on Monday, July 22, Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin announced their nomination following a formal communication from the President.
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Courts
Major Mahama murder case: 12 found guilty, 2 acquitted
DL News correspondent in the courtroom indicated that the seven-member jury returned a not-guilty verdict in favor of Bismark Donkor and Bismarck Abanga.
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General
Full Speech by President Akufo Addo at the 2023 Ghana Bar Conference
The 2023 Ghana Bar Conference is on the theme: Ensuring High Standard and Integrity in Public Life: The Role of Legal Profession
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Courts
Awutu Bereku: Father of two jailed, fined for child neglect
He pleaded guilty with explanation and was convicted on his plea
GNA
Courts
Saglemi housing case: Court sets July 10 for commencement of trial
Alhaji Collins Dauda, and the four others have been charged with the offense of causing financial loss to the State over the Saglemi Housing project
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court case diary for week commencing February 14-16, 2023
According to Court sources, the particular cases up for consideration include writs, civil appeals, civil motions, and a criminal appeal
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Courts
Accused testifies in Major Mahama murder trial
Major Mahama was allegedly killed in May 2017, by accused, who said they mistook him for an armed robber.
theghanaiantimes
Courts
Major Mahama murder trial :Court overrules "Submission of no Case”
In her ruling on the motion on July 4, 2022, the presiding judge noted that a prima facie case has been established by the prosecution.
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General
Fighting corruption: AG asks new board of Office of Registrar of Companies to leverage Companies Act
The provisions of the enacted Companies Act, 2019, Act 992, have been lauded as a strong tool to aid in fighting corruption, money laundering, and illicit wealth.
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