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Court admits video footage in Akonta Mining trial
The footage is contained on a pen drive and was referenced in the witness statement of former Western Regional Minister Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah.
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Parliament erred in Using an Ordinary Legislation to alter the Attorney-General's Prosecutorial Powers - Srem-Sai tells Supreme Court
The crux of the AG’s argument, detailed in a draft statement of case attached to the application, is that the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959) represents an unconstitutional attempt by Parliament to vary the exclusive po...
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Court rejects VEMAG's attempt to injunct DVLA's new number plates
The two motions were argued on Tuesday by lawyers for the 26 embossment companies and their umbrella association. The judge dismissed both requests, holding that they lacked merit.
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Former MCE, 8 others in custody for not satisfying bail conditions in state land sale case
Each accused was granted bail of GH¢800,000, backed by three sureties with landed property, but prosecutors say none of the defendants has satisfied the requirements.
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Defamation: Kan Dapaah wins GHC5.1 million damages against Oliver Barker
In his judgment, Justice (Rev.) Joseph Owusu Adu-Agyeman granted the reliefs sought by Kan Dapaah, but reduced the damages claim from GH¢10 million to GH¢5 million.
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Democracy Hub sues NDC, EC, AG; wants Ayawaso East by-election halted
The suit targets three parties: the NDC as first defendant, the Electoral Commission (EC) as second defendant, and the Attorney-General as third defendant.
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Court give Wontumi 14 days file Submission of no case as prosecution close case
The decision came after the fourth and final prosecution witness, an expert from the Minerals Commission, completed his evidence.
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Tech
Lambo.com investor loses domain to Lamborghini
Arizona-based Richard Blair bought the domain in 2018 for about $10,000, betting that “Lambo” – a widely used nickname for Lamborghini – would be a valuable digital asset.
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Doctor who supplied ketamine to Matthew Perry sentenced to 30 months in prison
Dr Salvador Plasencia, a Santa Monica-based doctor, admitted to four counts of distributing ketamine as part of a plea deal entered earlier this year.
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Kwadaso Circuit court jails scrap dealer three months for metal theft
Zakari, who resides at Aboabo, pleaded not guilty to the charge of stealing but was convicted after a full trial presided over by Jephthah Appau.
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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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Abesim murder case: Court orders accused to open defence
Appiah, a draughtsman, is facing two counts of murder. He has pleaded not guilty.
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US
New York Attorney General indicted on federal bank fraud charges
Prosecutors allege that James misrepresented details on a mortgage loan for a Norfolk, Virginia, property, falsely claiming it was a secondary residence rather than a rental investment.
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Ken Ofori-Atta’s legal team to pursue new legal options after arrest warrant ruling
Speaking to Citi FM, his lawyer, Frank Davies, stated that there are avenues open to every lawyer and that his side will consider them carefully to challenge OSP's warrant.
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Business
Meta threatens to pull Facebook, Instagram from Nigeria over massive fines
The U.S.-based firm, which also owns WhatsApp, disclosed in recent court filings that ongoing demands from Nigerian regulators could force it to shut down two of its most popular platforms in the country.
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Gyakye Quayson acquitted, discharged of forgery and perjury charges
Despite being offered a discontinuation of the case by the newly appointed Attorney General in 2022, Quayson chose to proceed with the trial.
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Gregory Afoko granted GHC 500,000 bail after 9 years
Under the bail conditions, two sureties are required, with one meeting specific justification criteria. Afoko’s legal team submitted a new bail application on February 17, 2025.
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Africa
Ex-Guinean minister jailed 5 years for corruption
Diané, who was a defense minister from 2015 to 2021 under former President Alpha Condé, faced charges as part of a wider anti-corruption campaign initiated by the country’s military leadership.
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63-year old man imprisoned 23 years for manslaughter in Wa
Abdul-Rahaman was found guilty on two counts of manslaughter and three counts of causing unlawful harm.
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Washing bay attendant jailed for defiling student in bush
The convict, Richard Amissah, popularly known as IGP, pleaded guilty with an explanation of the offence when he appeared before the Tarkwa Circuit Court.
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