Courts
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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Results for "New legal year"
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Courts
18 shipping lines fined GH¢54,000 for out of time defence in suit against GIFF
The plaintiff filed the case on January 21, 2025, alleging that the shipping firms had breached the Shipping Authority Act 1122.
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Speaker grants conditional approval for NIB to meet two MPs over ongoing probe
According to a statement issued by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has sanctioned the meeting between NIB officials and Mustapha Yussif, MP for Yagaba Kubori, along with Kwame Asar...
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Former GBA President chastises early public disclosure of Chief Justice removal petitions
His remarks follow the submission of three separate petitions seeking the Chief Justice’s removal, which prompted former President John Mahama to begin consultations with the Council of State.
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Thaddeus Sory writes: To thine own self be true – let the law work
Two days later, at 9:20 AM on Thursday, March 27, 2025, the Vincent Ekow Assafuah of Old Tafo, in Kumasi, filed an action at the Supreme Court challenging the President’s referral of the petitions to the Council of State.
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Courts
40 dismissed public sector workers sue government
These individuals, who were employed in 2024, contend that their dismissals violated their constitutional rights and did not follow due process.
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AG to address Ghanaians on progress of ORAL
The update follows recent revelations from the ORAL Committee, which has identified $21.19 billion in potentially recoverable funds from illicit transactions and undervalued state asset sales.
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Business
NPA boss to crackdown illegal fuel trade, warns against political interference
Speaking during a meeting with the Bono Regional Security Council (REGSEC) as part of his tour of the region, Mr. Tameklo reaffirmed the NPA’s commitment to enforcing regulations and ensuring that fuel transportation and sales adhere to leg...
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Courts
Four immigration officers face disciplinary action over farmer’s death
The officers, identified as Senior Inspector Adjei Boadi Philip (36), AICO II Abdulai Rawuf Abubakar (22), AICO II Nkrumah Alex (33), and AICO II Philip Oppong (28), were all stationed in the district at the time of the incident.
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Minority Leader accuses government, court of targeting Akwatia MP
Afenyo-Markin strongly criticized the move, calling it an abuse of power. "The attempt to arrest Ernest Yaw Kumi is a clear case of collusion between the government and the judiciary."
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Business
Starbucks hit with $50M payout after scalding tea burns man’s genitals
Delivery driver Michael Garcia left permanently disfigured after Starbucks’ dangerously hot tea spilled in his lap—jury slams coffee giant with massive verdict!
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GIMPA Law School Lecturer Dr. Jamal Tonzua Appointed as Acting Deputy Director-General of Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority
Dr. Jamal Tonzua, a lecturer at GIMPA Law School and an expert in cybersecurity law, has been appointed as the Acting Deputy Director-General of Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority. His extensive experience in law, national security, and digit...
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Crime
EOCO and UK Crime Agency join forces to combat Romance fraud
The initiative is designed to raise awareness and encourage citizens to report fraudulent activities, particularly scams that involve individuals deceiving victims through online relationships for financial gain.
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US
South Carolina Prepares for First Firing Squad Execution in 15 Years
Sigmon will be strapped into a chair inside South Carolina’s death chamber. A target will be placed over his heart, and he may choose to say final words before a hood is placed over his head.
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Courts
Court halts operation of three information centres over noise pollution
The directive mandates that their operations remain suspended until the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) evaluates their noise levels and grants approval for them to resume broadcasting.
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court halts sentencing of Akwatia MP by Koforidua High Court
This decision will remain in effect until a final determination is made on a motion challenging the High Court's ruling.
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Courts
AG files nolle prosequi in Saglemi Housing case, Collins Dauda,others discharged
During a court session, Principal State Attorney Hilda Craig informed the presiding judge that the prosecution had filed a nolle prosequi on February 7, signaling the government's decision to halt proceedings against the accused.
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Courts
Lawyer to seeks bail for ‘Sexy Dondon,’ cites hardship in custody
During proceedings at the High Court, defense attorney Yaw Dankwah expressed doubts about the prosecution’s preparedness for the retrial. He indicated that he would formally submit a bail application before the next adjourned date, urging t...
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Business
Insurers win landmark appeal on COVID pandemic furlough deductions
This ruling has wide-reaching implications for policyholders seeking compensation for losses suffered during the pandemic, especially in terms of the government’s furlough scheme.
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Africa
38th AU Summit: President Mahama advocates for reparatory justice, unity
Speaking during the launch of the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, he underscored the necessity of strong legal and institutional frameworks
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