Crime
Two held in Yendi over TikTok account impersonating President Mahama's son
Police say the suspects created a fake account under the name “Sheriff Mahama” and used it while presenting themselves as the president’s son.
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FDA orders shutdown of food outlets operating without hygiene permits
The regulator said the action applies across the hospitality and food retail value chain, including lounges, hotels, chop bars, bakeries and school canteens.
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Crime
Five arrested over Nkaseim armed robbery as police hunt three more
In a statement shared on its Facebook page, the police said the attack happened on 2 December 2025, when the suspects, working with other accomplices and armed with weapons, struck multiple targets in the community.
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Courts
Adenta court remands man accused of spreading coup d'etat claims on TikTok
Prosecutors say Razzaq used his TikTok account, @breakingnewsghana, to post a video alleging that two military officers were plotting to assassinate President John Dramani Mahama.
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General
Health Ministry to probe Fourth Estate 'kalabule' piece about Ridge Hospital
In a statement, the ministry said it had noted the report’s wide circulation on social media and the public reaction it has generated.
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Courts
Ekow Black remanded over viral assault video and sextortion claims
Christford Affadu Danful was arrested on Thursday, 15 January, after what police described as an intelligence-led operation involving the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team.
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Courts
Nine remanded over alleged attack on police
The accused were brought before the court on Thursday, 8 January 2026, after a video of the incident circulated widely on social media. They have been charged with assault on public officers.
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Crime
Bus crew held after over 1,000 shotgun rounds found on Accra–Tamale bus
The suspects, 42-year-old driver Mohammed Gzali and his conductor Mohammed Jabir, were picked up around 19:00 GMT on Tuesday, 6 January 2026, at the Kantanso–Asankare Police Barrier.
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Crime
Police arrest five over assault on Kade SHS Tech teacher
The suspects were picked up on Monday, 5 January 2026, by officers from the Police Cyber Security Unit with support from the Kade District Police.
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Courts
Civil servant charged over alleged GIS ‘protocol’ recruitment scam
Augustina Aboagyewaa Armah has been charged with defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29).
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Crime
Tamale police swoop nets 12 in New Year drug crackdown
The suspects were picked up during a coordinated swoop at Aboabo Forest, followed by patrols through Salamba and Sakasaka.
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Courts
Ebo Noah to reappear in court January 15
Ebo Noah, known off the pulpit as Evans Eshun, is facing charges of false communication and causing fear and panic after his widely publicised prophecy
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Crime
Immigration officer arrested after 2,600 AK-47 rounds seized on Accra–Paga bus
AICO1 Ahmed Abdul Samad, originally from Nalerigu and currently stationed at the Paga Sector Command, was picked up by the Upper East Regional Police Command in connection with the haul.
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Courts
Court injuncts GNAT national elections over alleged constitutional breaches
Mr. Amponsah, who is contesting for GNAT National President, is attacking the legitimacy of the entire electoral pipeline
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Crime
120 arrested in East Legon sweep on drug gangs and organised crime
The suspects were rounded up and taken to the East Legon Police Station, where they are being screened to determine those linked to specific offences and those believed to be involved in illicit drug distribution.
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Supreme Court News
CRC proposes 10-year term or 70 years retirement age for Chief Justice
Under the plan, a Chief Justice who completes the 10-year term before turning 70 would step down from the leadership role but may remain on the bench as an ordinary Justice of the Supreme Court, while retaining the full benefits attached to...
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General
Accra law firm launches free legal service for poor and disabled
Under the initiative, eligible applicants can request assistance for a range of legal matters through the firm’s website. The project was unveiled in Accra as part of the firm’s second anniversary.
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Petition for Justice Kulendi's removal dismissed
The decision is contained in a letter dated 4 December 2025, signed by Dr Callistus Mahama, Secretary to the President, and addressed to the petitioner, Daniel Marfo Ofori-Atta.
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Courts
Court varies bail sum for former NSA Boss to GH¢120m
The latest variation, granted on Thursday, 11 December, represents a sharp drop from the previous figure of GH¢630 million.
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Crime
Three Kasoa fathers arrested over alleged sexual abuse of daughters
According to the directorate, the victims – all girls – disclosed the alleged abuse to the Girl-Child Education and Guidance and Counselling coordinators, who then escalated the case to law enforcement.
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