Courts
Illegal miner jailed 20 years for stabbing okada rider to death, stealing motorbike
The convict, Jacob Dari—popularly known as “Jaybad”—pleaded guilty to robbery before the court presided over by Judge Hathia Ama.
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Bank of Ghana warns public against “Foreign Investor” scammers
In a public notice, the central bank revealed that these scammers are operating across multiple platforms and luring people with false promises of lucrative payouts in exchange for upfront deposits.
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Crime
Nine arrested over illegal mining at national security protected site
The raid was triggered by actionable intelligence pointing to unauthorized and hazardous mining in the area. According to the Ashanti South Deputy Regional Police Commander, Chief Superintendent Cephas Arthur, warning shots were fired durin...
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Courts
Twelve remanded over galamsey activities on Tano river
Those remanded include Evans Atanga Agana, known as Old Man; Stephen Tuffour Bempah, alias Kofi Twum; Samuel Addai; Joseph Kofi Antwi (Kofi Antwi); Elizabeth Atambila; and Kennedy Akwasi Awimbora. The others are Waja Matthew, Naya Sampana,...
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Crime
Six arrested, excavators seized in Bepoakyi galamsey crackdown
The arrest was made on April 23, 2025, and was part of the ongoing anti-galamsey operations.
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Ghana Bar Association demands tougher action to end galamsey menace
In a statement released on April 26, the GBA urged all branches of government, law enforcement bodies, and key institutions to step up efforts to combat the ongoing crisis urgently.
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Crime
Charles Bissue, another face 15 criminal charges over galamsey licensing scandal
The charges, filed on April 28 before the Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, center on events between January and February 2019.
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Crime
Mining in forest reserves will be met with severe consequences – Lands Minister Warns
Addressing new recruits during the Blue Water Guards' graduation ceremony, Mr. Buah reaffirmed the government’s unwavering stance on environmental protection.
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Business
Pharmaceutical Society to sanction pharmacists culpable in illicit opioid trade
Addressing journalists on Friday, April 11, Dr. Samuel Donkor, president of the Pharmaceutical Society, emphasized the seriousness of the issue and the society’s commitment to enforcing strict disciplinary action.
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Crime
Eleven arrested for illegal mining at Fichser, near Bunsu
According to a press statement issued by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Foster Owusu, the arrest was made on April 2, 2025, following a formal report received by the police.
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Lands Minister advocates for Special Court to tackle forest destruction
According to him, this is timely, indicating that the Attorney General has been very receptive to the idea and therefore hoped that it would become a reality.
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Others
Minerals Commission hands over 175 acres reclaimed Galamsey lands to communities
The restoration, carried out under the Lands Reclamation and Restoration Programme, benefited Sefwi Nambro, Nkatiso, and Surano “B” communities.
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Business
Help curb underage gambling-Interior Minister charges Gaming Commission
Expressing concern over the increasing involvement of young people in gambling, he noted that many minors had become addicted, often neglecting their education to spend time at gaming centres.
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Business
Government establishes 18-member committee to review mining sector
This multi-stakeholder committee is tasked with evaluating mining operations in forest reserves, identifying best industry practices, and proposing strategies to curb mining activities in river bodies.
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Courts
Tarkwa court jails teenage illegal miner for stealing alligator pepper
Presenting the case, Police Inspector Patrick Essien explained that the complainant, Fuseini Amadu, was a farmer residing in Kofi Gyan, a community within the Prestea Huni-Valley Municipality.
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Illegal miner jailed over theft of gold detector machine
In addition to the jail term, the court, presided over by Mr. Charles Owusu Nsiah, imposed a GH¢1,200 fine on Godden. Failure to pay the fine would result in a three-month prison sentence with hard labor.
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EPA seizes three excavators to enforce ban on mining in river bodies
The EPA recently issued a directive ordering a complete halt to mining activities within and around river bodies.
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Crime
ECG warns against widespread meter tampering, threatens legal action
During a press briefing on Monday, February 3, ECG revealed that in Dansoman alone, nearly 10% of the 70,000 installed meters had been altered to underreport electricity usage.
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2024 half year report of OSP released
Operating under Act 959, the OSP is dedicated to investigating and prosecuting corruption-related offenses, focusing on public officials, politically exposed persons, and private citizens.
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Amnesty International wants Ghana's new President to address key human rights issues
The organization has identified critical areas requiring immediate attention, such as advancing gender equality, safeguarding the right to peaceful assembly, and ensuring a healthy environment for all.
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