General
Ghana Bar Association congratulates President-elect
The Association described his victory as a clear representation of the people's will and a testament to the strength of Ghana's democratic values.
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Results for "Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ)"
10269 results.
General
Greater Accra Bar to hold orientation for newly enrolled lawyers
The event, which is scheduled to take place at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons at exactly 4 p.m., will have several renowned practitioners in attendance, including the first female National President, Mrs. Efua Ghartey.
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Courts
Sekondi Court clears Joana Gyan to contest Amenfi Central seat
The court's decision came after the NDC requested the removal of the injunction and dismissal of the initial disqualification.
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Africa
Bobrisky: Nigerian celebrity arrested for abuse of naira
Bobrisky, whose real name is Idris Okuneye, allegedly abused and mutilated banknotes during a film premiere in Lagos, the authorities told the BBC.
BBC
Africa
Niger junta sues ECOWAS, Court to rule Dec 7
The coup leaders asked the ECOWAS court to immediately lift the sanctions imposed on them by their West African neighbours.
The Nigeria Lawyer
Africa
Gambia needs court for Jammeh-era crimes - president
Gambia's 1997 constitution does not have provisions, specifically prescribed, to prosecute crimes such as torture, enforced disappearances, and crimes against humanity.
BBC
General
Draft Parliamentary Transition Bill presented to Speaker
Consultants from the CDT, Professor Kwamina Ahwoi and Nana Ato Dadzie, who made the presentation, noted that the draft bill among others proposes the election of the Speaker of Parliament by an Electoral College of MPs.
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Africa
Nigeria: Blogger arrested for 'defaming' Governor, spends 100 days in detention
Mr Adewale has been in police custody since 13 May.
AllAfrica
General
Defects of 1992 Constitution not to blame for ills in governance structure – Nana S.K.B. Asante
“If people assume power for the sake of acquiring power without any thoughts of the developmental use of power, is it due to the constitution?”
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General
Taskforce against illegal lumbering to be set up in Bono East Region
We are aware of the illegal lumbering canker in the region.
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Courts
C/R: Police secures court order to stop Effutu NDC from protesting over election results
The Central Region Police Command through the High Court in Cape Coast has secured a prohibition order to bar the Effutu branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) from embarking on a demonstration on Tuesday, January 5, 2020.
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General
2021 Law School Entrance Exams: 499 more qualified candidates excluded from admission list-NALS laments
On September 28, 2021, the Independent Examination Committee of the Ghana School Of Law released a list of 790 representing 28% out of the total 2,824 who are deemed to have passed the 2021 GSL Entrance Exams.
DL News
General
Review Constitution to reflect changing times – Dr Alidu
There have been calls by political activists for a review of the 1992 Constitution to reflect the current democratic dispensation.
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General
UTAG strike: We are willing to negotiate with government – Samuel Nkumbaan
The case has been adjourned to Wednesday, August 19, 2021.
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Crime
Four Arrested for Unlawful Possession and Discharge of Firearm
With the help of some youth of Akatekpor, a neighboring community, Police arrested the four suspects. Suspects will be charged with all the crimes committed
DL News
General
GPGC judgment debt: Poor risk assessment on deal termination has cost us
"There should have been proper scrutiny of the situation to assess costs involved in the termination of the deal"
DL News
General
Police begin probe into breach of Covid-19 safety protocols at Sir John’s funeral
During the event, a majority of the mourners defied the laid-down safety protocols such as the wearing of face masks and social distancing
DL News
Courts
Herald Newspaper editor granted bail pending contempt appeal
The Accra High Court, presided over by Justice Isaac Addo, granted him bail pending appeal after his lawyer moved an application asking the court to suspend the effect of the custodial sentence while the appeal is heard.
DL News
Courts
Tamale High Court rules in favour of Wasipe traditional area in Daboya land dispute
Presided over by Justice Eric Ansah Ankomah, the court declared the Wasipewura and Savana Plantation as the rightful owners of the disputed land.
DL News
General
Know the various court dresses around the world
Although black coats are traditionally favored in many regions, other countries feature distinct attire choices for their legal professionals.
DL News