Courts
Police inspector jailed for life over girlfriend’s murder in Kumasi
Inspector Ahmed Twumasi, popularly known as “Tycoon”, was convicted by a seven-member jury in a 5-2 decision on Friday, 24 October 2025.
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37 new High Court Justices sworn in
A total of forty-one persons were initially recommended for appointment but were later pruned to thirty-seven (37)
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Europe
Top Liverpool solicitor rebuked over £37,000 payments to prisoners
Experienced solicitor Chris Topping, a consultant with Liverpool firm Jackson Lees Group, authorised his firm’s finance team to make 21 separate payments coming to £37,640, according to a Solicitors Regulation Authority decision notice.
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General
Ghana’s Justice Edward Asante elected to UN Human Rights Council Advisory Committee
Justice Asante secured his seat during the Council’s 60th session, which concluded on Wednesday, 8 October 2025, following Ghana’s strong nomination.
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Courts
Scottish Council pursues new court action against Ghana-linked ‘African tribe’ on disputed land
Earlier on Tuesday, sheriff officers accompanied by police enforced an eviction order granted the previous week by Sheriff Peter Paterson. The trio calling themselves King Atehehe, Queen Nandi and handmaiden Asnat had refused earlier direct...
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Business
Abossey Okai spare parts dealers to enforce ban on foreigners in local trade
In a statement signed by its Communications Director, Takyi Addo, the Association said the initiative will focus on Section 27(1) of the Act, which bars non-citizens from engaging in petty trading, hawking, or selling in stalls and markets.
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General
Prof. Atuguba takes helm as Acting Director of Legal Education Sep 1
The appointment comes after Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie recalled Justice B.Y.K. Oppong of the Court of Appeal from the role to resume full judicial duties.
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US
Countries can sue each other over climate change-ICJ
The landmark ruling, though non-binding, could significantly reshape how climate action and accountability are pursued across the world.
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Business
Cedi first: BoG Governor warns against dollar payments in Ghana
Addressing stakeholders at the ABSA-UPSA Quarterly Banking Roundtable on Thursday, July 17, Dr. Asiama stressed that the Ghanaian cedi is the sole currency with legal backing for domestic transactions.
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Courts
2025 criminal assizes opened in Central Region
Speaking during the official launch of the 2025 Criminal Assizes at the Cape Coast Court Complex, Justice Amono-Niezer emphasized that criminal trials directly impact not just the freedom and welfare of individuals but also the overall peac...
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Business
NFA set to enforce film classification law from May 1
In a press release signed by Executive Secretary Kafui Danku-Pitcher, the Authority reminded stakeholders that under the Development and Classification of Film Act, 2016 (Act 935), all films intended for public screening must undergo classi...
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General
Comply with Asset Declaration law-Mahama urges appointees
The Public Office Holders (Declaration of Assets and Disqualification) Act, of 1998 (Act 550) mandates public officials to declare their assets and liabilities upon assuming office.
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General
On OSP v Ofori-Atta:No room for double jeopardy under Ghanaian law – Justice Srem-Sai
Addressing concerns about repeated prosecutions, he emphasized that once a person is acquitted by a competent court, they cannot face another trial for the same matter.
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Business
Review Procurement law for transparency, accountability-IMANI
The policy group believes that a comprehensive overhaul could curb revenue losses and bolster public accountability in procurement processes.
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Business
President assents to Ghana Shippers’ Authority Act
The Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA) announced this development in a statement that highlighted the Act’s significance, particularly as it marks a milestone in the GSA's 50th year.
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General
NIC organizes workshop for High Court Justices
Speaking on behalf of the Chief Justice, a Justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Tanko highlighted key provisions of the Insurance Act, 2021 (Act 1061), which replaced the earlier Insurance Act of 2006 (Act 724).
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General
AG meets ICC Prosecutor; promises to fight crimes against humanity
He emphasized that, as a signatory to the Rome Statute, Ghana not only upholds the ICC's mission but has also made strides in aligning its legal framework with the Statute.
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Courts
Former UG VC to delete offending words about Lawyer Fugar from book
In addition to this, he is supposed to publish a quarter-page advertisement in the Daily Graphic, offering a retraction and apology to the founder of Fugar& Company Law Firm.
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Africa
South Africa’s parliament impeaches top judge John Hlophe
An investigation found that John Hlophe, the leading judge in Western Cape province, tried to influence justices at the country's top court in a case relating to former President Jacob Zuma.
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Tech
Meta is child abuse 'breeding ground', lawsuit claims
Raul Torrez said his office had set up fake accounts that were sent phallic pictures and "solicitations".
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