Courts
Mechanic jailed four years for unlawful entry, attempted theft in Odumase-Krobo
Presiding Judge, Kwasi Apiatse Abaidoo, handed down the sentence after Teye pleaded guilty to both offences.
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DVLA to open overseas offices to combat fake licences
This announcement was made on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, during the commissioning of a newly constructed, state-of-the-art DVLA facility in Adentan Municipality.
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Asante Mampong council bans public events ahead of Daasebre's funeral rites
The memorial event is scheduled for Monday, May 12, 2025. The ban will stay in effect until the final funeral ceremonies are concluded, which are expected to take place within a month.
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Courts
Nigerian duo convicted in Ghana for luring women into prostitution
Their sentencing has been postponed to April 30, 2025, as the court awaits the result of a pregnancy test for Jessica.
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Gardener remanded for stealing lecturer's items
The accused, Kwabena Frimpong, appeared before the Adenta Circuit Court, where he admitted to the offence.
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US
Judge reverses Trump era shutdown of Voice of America
The ruling comes in response to actions that saw more than 1,300 employees—most of them journalists—placed on administrative leave following directives from then-President Donald Trump, who had accused VOA of harboring anti-Trump sentiments...
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Crime
Two friends get three years each over theft of window frames
The accused pleaded guilty to the charges and were convicted accordingly.
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Courts
Man jailed six months for defrauding mechanic of GH¢53,000
Elliam deceived Mr. Daniel Odoi Otu, the complainant, into handing over the money under the false pretext of supplying him with an auto diagnostic machine.
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Soldier granted GHC 600k bail over alleged recruitment scam
Appearing in full military attire, the accused denied the charges when he took the stand before Presiding Judge Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Baasit.
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Three bailed for illegal mining on Asanko Gold Concession
The accused — Fatawu Seidu, a 35-year-old mechanic; Solomon Osei, a 40-year-old barber; and 19-year-old unemployed Simon Awindawu — all pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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Business
Govt moves to halt issuance of prospecting licences in bid to reform small-scale mining
During his maiden visit to the Minerals Commission’s Control Room—responsible for monitoring the activities of excavators—the minister reiterated that under the government’s Resetting Ghana agenda, there is a pressing need to overhaul both...
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Finance Ministry to approve all MMDA contracts
This new directive, announced by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, is aimed at curbing unauthorized spending and reinforcing fiscal discipline across all ministries, departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
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DVLA Boss proposes formalisation of 'goro boys' operations to Improve licensing system
Speaking during a radio interview with Citi FM on April 1, 2025, Mr. Kotey said integrating these individuals into a regulated framework could help enhance transparency and streamline the process of vehicle registration and licensing.
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2025 Appropriation Bill approved by Parliament
The bill outlines the spending plan for the year, directing funds toward vital sectors of the economy. A substantial allocation—GH¢68 billion—has been earmarked for public sector wages and salaries, reflecting a continued focus on improving...
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Courts
Businessman linked to Ahmed Suale’s murder denied bail as police amend charges
The court, presided over by Judge Susana Nyakotey, heard arguments from both the prosecution and defence, but did not take a plea from the accused.
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Crime
Farmer fined GH₵4,800 for stealing ginger worth GH₵17,500
Mahama pleaded guilty to the charge of theft and was convicted based on his own admission. Should he fail to pay the fine, he will serve a 12-month prison sentence as a substitute.
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Ghana Publishing to Collaborate with MarryRight on Annual Publication of Gazetted Pastors and Churches for Civil Marriages
Ghana Publishing Company Limited and MarryRight Ghana Limited are set to collaborate on an annual publication listing all gazetted pastors and churches authorized to officiate civil marriages. The initiative seeks to prevent invalid marriag...
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Government to restructure small-scale mining licencing regime;Chiefs,DCEs to have final say
Speaking on Newsfile on March 22, 2025, Mr. Buah revealed that new applicants for small-scale mining licenses will now initiate the process at the district level, overseen by a newly established District Community Mining Licensing Committee...
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Business
Preventing illicit financial transaction; Interior Minister calls for strengthening of Anti-Money Laundering laws
At a meeting with representatives from the Inter-Governmental Action Group against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) and the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) on Friday, Mr. Muntaka emphasized the need for greater collaboration amon...
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Int'l NGO, Danish Embassy educate stakeholders on EU's new deforestation law
In collaboration with the Danish Embassy, the organization recently hosted a seminar to educate stakeholders on the new regulation and its implications for Ghana’s agricultural exports.
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