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51-year-old sentenced 13 years for possession of cannabis
The court, presided over by Judge Christina Cann, convicted Ashong on two counts of unlawful possession of narcotic substances.
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Legal education bill incomplete, troubling — Ansa-Asare calls for total reform
He took particular issue with the bill’s title, saying, “Legal education is not just about theory. It spans both academic instruction and the actual training necessary for legal practice. The title of the bill suggests a limited vision.”
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Crime
Chief of Staff calls for proactive policing at launch of former IGP’s memoir
The 681-page book, spanning 36 chapters, chronicles the author's humble beginnings, his leadership in transforming Ghana's police system, and his contribution to peacekeeping efforts.
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Greater Accra Regional Bar to celebrate its maiden Law Week
The event will be held at the Accra International Conference Centre and is expected to serve as a platform to equip both seasoned and newly qualified lawyers with knowledge on the evolving dimensions of legal practice in the modern era.
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Why ECOWAS court has ordered Ghana to pay $75,000
The case dates back to May 8, 2019, when the 30 individuals were arrested under Ghana’s Prohibited Organisations Decree of 1976, a law targeting groups considered a threat to national security.
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IGP shakes up police leadership in Galamsey hotspots to bolster crackdown
This shake-up, aimed at reinvigorating law enforcement efforts in illegal mining zones, targets strategic police divisions in the Western, Ashanti, and Eastern Regions. Among the key areas affected are Takoradi, Asankragwa, Tarkwa, Nkawie,...
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Four arrested at Kwahu Easter for theft, assault, and drug offenses
The annual festival drew massive crowds from various parts of Ghana and beyond, creating a lively atmosphere across the Kwahu area.
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Pass Consumer Protection Bill to safeguard Ghanaians-Retired Justice urges
He made these statements at the World Consumer Rights Day event and the launch of the State of the Ghanaian Consumer Report 2025 in Accra on Wednesday, March 19,
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KENNEDY’S HAIL MARY TO THE JUDGE-Thaddeus Sory writes
Some have argued that in Ghana, there was an orchestrated judicial scheme unfairly targeting Anas. However, few have highlighted the key differences between the court proceedings in the U.S. and Ghana.
Thaddeus Sory
Business
Roads Act to be amended for okada legalization, Says NRSA Boss
Speaking on JoyNews' The Pulse on Monday, March 10, Mr. Amaliba revealed that a previous attempt to pass a Legislative Instrument (L.I.) for Okada legalization was withdrawn due to concerns about MPs using sirens.
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Corporate Restructuring and the Role of the Board in Ghana
This article will discuss corporate restructuring in Ghana, some different methods of corporate restructuring under Ghanaian law, and the role played by the Board of Directors in the process.
Ewurama Osam Tawiah
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New book on church legal framework launched
In his latest book, The Pastoral Law, Bishop Sarpong provides practical guidance on crucial matters such as church registration, financial oversight, and adherence to church constitutions.
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Facilitating Jury Trials: Prosecutors to file disclosures before arraignment of accused persons
Speaking on the LAW program, Justice of the Court of Appeal, Afia Serwaa Asare-Botwe, announced that this new system, particularly in jury trials, will better inform accused persons, enabling them to determine whether to plead guilty or not...
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Two soldiers sentenced to ten years for kidnapping, robbery of small-scale miner
Lance Corporal (LAC) Alfred Mensah, 33, and LAC Matthew Amoako, 28, both pleaded not guilty to the charges of conspiracy to rob and kidnapping Mr. Andrews Asante.
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Uphold highest standards of responsibility-CJ charges UPSA graduands
Her remarks came during the 16th graduation ceremony at the University of Professional Studies (UPSA) in Accra, where students from the Law and Information Technology and Communication Studies faculties were awarded certificates.
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Transport expert calls for review of legal driving age to 16
While recognizing the existing laws, he argued that today's 16-year-olds are more mature and capable than previous generations, and should be given the opportunity to obtain a driving license earlier.
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Cement manufacturers to secure licences or shut down-Trade Minister
This directive, issued last Tuesday to the Cement Manufacturing Development Committee (CMDC), follows the implementation of the Ghana Standards Authority’s (GSA) Manufacture of Cement Regulation, 2023 (L.I. 2480).
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Election related crimes will be prosecuted promptly-DPP assures
She noted that prosecutors are responsible for upholding national interests by addressing these crimes in alignment with the law, thus safeguarding the country's peace, unity, and democracy before, during, and after the December general ele...
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Madam Efua Ghartey elected President of the Ghana Bar Association
She polled a total vote of 1279 against the 1060 garnered by her main contender in the race.
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Otting Awuah administration takes over GSL SRC leadership;organizes entrance exam class
The event, which took place on August 27, saw the new SRC President, Daniel Otting Awuah, and the other executives officially taking over from the Gertrude Emefa Donkor administration.
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