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Three remanded over alleged role in Tarkwa vehicle theft network
The accused, Kojo Amponsah, Emmanuel Appiah and Tanko Bashiru, appeared before the court presided over by Her Honour Bernice Mensimah Akoh.
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Three fined GH₵4,000 each over assault of WASS teacher
The court also ordered all three to enter into a bond to keep the peace and maintain good behaviour for the next two years.
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Lawyers urged not to make unrealistic promises to clients
Speaking at the enrolment of 155 newly qualified lawyers to the Bar, he said the legal profession is not one in which practitioners should trade in guarantees.
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Koforidua woman jailed 12 years over acid attack that killed partner
The sentence was handed down on Thursday, 26 March 2026, after the court rejected an earlier plea-bargain recommendation that proposed a 10-year term.
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Crime
Police probe disputed GH¢400,000 mobile money withdrawal in Kumasi
The inquiry was triggered by a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, as investigators examined the source and movement of the funds.
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Business
Value for Money Office Bill passed by parliament
Introduced in February by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the bill creates a specialised office that will focus on whether state spending delivers real results for citizens.
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Courts
Aunt, nephew before court for ECG network tampering
The accused are 34-year-old Mawuli Bani, described as a self-employed technician, and 62-year-old Joyce Codjoe, a retired cashier.
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Parliament passes bill to establish new engineering and agriculture university
The new law creates the legal basis for the institution and sets out how it will be governed and managed.
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24-hour call centre in the offing to boost access to ADR-Legal Aid Commission
In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Edmund Amarkwei Foley, the Commission said the move reflects a broader push to improve justice delivery through practical and sustainable innovations.
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NIB reverts to BNI as parliament passes Security and Intelligence Agencies Bill
The legislation also removes the standalone office of Minister for National Security.
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Report landlords who take more than 6 months' rent advance- President Mahama
Speaking during a meeting with Organised Labour at Jubilee House on Tuesday, 17 March, he said the cost of housing has become a serious pressure point for many households
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Business
SSNIT says girlfriends and boyfriends cannot be named as beneficiaries
The clarification was given by Frank Molbila, the Trust’s General Manager in charge of Benefits, during a regional engagement in Sunyani organised by SSNIT together with the Trades Union Congress.
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Courts
We have not been injuncted by court-GCTU pushes back claims
In a statement issued on 13 March 2026 and signed by Registrar Emmanuel Baidoo, GCTU said the application was brought by Prof. Emmanuel Ohene Afoakwa, but stressed that the High Court has not yet ruled on it.
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Chief Justice declares March 16 to 20 ADR Week
This year’s observance will run under the theme: “Adoption of Innovation and Technology to enhance access to Justice Delivery through Alternative Dispute Resolution.”
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70% upfront payment to apply to public land leases
The remaining 30% will be paid over the duration of the lease as ground rent.
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FDA investigates plastic use in frying plantain chips
The caution follows reports circulating online that some sellers may be using polyethene during frying to make the snack crunchier and keep it fresh for longer.
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CLOGSAG nationwide indefinite strike starts today
The strike is expected to affect work in ministries, departments and agencies, as well as local government offices, where CLOGSAG members form a significant part of the administrative workforce.
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Crime
IGP orders investigation into GH¢400,000 mobile money withdrawal claim involving Kibi police
The directive comes after a viral video circulating on social media raised allegations about the suspected withdrawal from the agent’s mobile money wallet.
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Business
ORC urges businesses to file annual returns by April 30 or face sanctions
In a press release dated February 27, 2026, the ORC directed all registered companies, business owners, directors, and incorporated partnerships to file their Annual Returns or renew their business names by April 30, 2026.
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Supreme Court News
Techiman farmer sues government over industrial cannabis licensing regime
Mariam Alhassan, from Techiman, is asking the court to strike down key aspects of the regulatory framework governing industrial hemp cultivation, arguing that the system unfairly excludes local farmers.
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