Courts
15-year old in Kasoa ritual murder trial sentenced 12 months
Before receiving his sentence, the remorseful juvenile pleaded for leniency, expressing deep regret for his actions.
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General
The rule against touting: Ghana goes the American way
In Ghana, lawyers or law firms are permitted to create websites but the rule states that this does not include social media
Robert Nii Arday Clegg
General
Accra:1212 students inducted into Ghana School of Law
In his address, the Director of the Ghana School of Law (GSL) and Justice of the Court of Appeal, Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong, urged newly admitted students to fully embrace the ethical principles guiding legal education.
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US
U.S. Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban Without Divestiture, Citing National Security Concerns
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a federal law requiring TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest its ownership to remain operational in the United States, citing national security concerns.
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Burial mass of Mr. Felix Ntrakwah scheduled for February 20
Specifically, his burial mass will take place on Thursday, February 22, at the Christ the King Catholic Church, Cantonment, at exactly 7:30 am, where there will be a filing pass, moot court, and reading of tributes as well as Mass.
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Courts
I'll uphold national interest in CASSIUS Mining case-AG nominee
With a distinguished career spanning over three decades and a doctorate from Stanford University, Dr. Ayine pledged to uphold constitutional values and prioritize Ghana's interests.
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US
Trump's bid to halt sentencing in hush-money case fails at Supreme Court
Trump had requested the court to determine if he was entitled to an automatic stay of sentencing, but the justices rejected his appeal by a narrow 5-4 margin.
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Courts
Nigeria:79-Year-Old Woman Sues IGP, wants Police escorts withdrawn from private citizens
Yesufu, who told the court in a suit filed by her lawyer, Maxwell Opara, also prayed for an order of perpetual injunction on the I-G from reassigning any member of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) as VIP escorts to a private individual, incl...
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Tech
OpenAI's CEO accused of sexual abuse by sister in a legal complaint
The lawsuit, submitted on January 6 in a U.S. district court located in the Eastern District of Missouri, asserts that the abuse commenced when Ann Altman was three years old and Sam Altman was twelve.
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Crime
Court sets January 27 for trial of alleged Police cell escapees
Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Maxwell Oppong, leading the prosecution, has completed all necessary preparations for the trial.
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Courts
Forex trader remanded for allegedly defrauding two persons
The accused, Benjamin Appiah Boateng, is said to have promised the victims, Mr. Berry Kwadwo Agyapong and Mr. David Burke, lucrative returns from investments in USDT on Binance and other cryptocurrency platforms.
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Africa
Death penalty abolished in Zimbabwe
Human rights organization Amnesty International commended the decision, calling it a "beacon of hope" for regional movements advocating against the death penalty. However, the group expressed concerns over a provision allowing the death pen...
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General
Brother of Paul Pogba jailed 3 years in extortion case
A Paris court handed down these rulings on Thursday.
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Crime
Accused in attempted stealing claims cutlass was for protection
Nunekpeku, accused of attempted robbery, firmly denied harboring any criminal intent for carrying the weapon. His statements were made during cross-examination, presided over by Ms. Enid Marful-Sau.
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Courts
Martha Ankomah rejects Lil Win's apology in GH₵5 million defamation case
Reports indicate that Ankomah found Lil Win's apology lacking key elements, including a proper retraction of the defamatory statements and an expression of genuine remorse.
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Business
Avoiding litigation: Seek legal advice before acquiring property-Lawyer
As a leader of a collaborative team comprising real estate developers, insurance companies, and financial institutions, Mr. Osei-Owusu has been instrumental in supporting diaspora communities looking to invest in Ghana’s property market.
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Crime
9 remanded into prison in Akotom murder case
The suspects face charges of conspiracy and murder, but their pleas have not yet been taken. The case is scheduled to resume on Monday, January 6, 2025, under the presiding judge, Mr. Charles Owusu Nsiah.
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General
Ace Anan Ankomah writes: PREPARING LEGAL ARGUMENTS:THE OFF-BRIEF STAGE AND ITS THREE Rs.
As the leader of a team of advocates, the true test of your leadership isn’t the quality of the head (you) but the tone of the body (your team.) You and your arguments are what your team makes you, not only in doing the research and draftin...
Ace Anan Ankomah
General
Presidency orders outgoing appointees to return all state vehicles
This directive encompasses Ministers, Deputy Ministers, Regional Ministers, Special Assistants, and other officials serving in the current government.
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Tech
Law School Director cautions against use of technology for fraud, spreading fake news
The Director of Legal Education and the Ghana School of Law, Justice Barima Yaw Kodie Oppong, emphasized that such actions conflict with the principles of integrity and ethical conduct that students are expected to uphold in their personal...
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