Courts
Two jailed for illegal refuse dumping at Accra Post Office
The pair, who pleaded guilty, were each fined 50 penalty units (GH¢600) but were jailed after failing to pay. They will serve their terms at the Nsawam Medium Security Prison.
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Railway Workers Union halts strike after NLC steps in
In a correspondence to the Greater Accra Regional Commander of the Police Service, the union explained that the NLC had replied to its earlier petition dated September 16, 2025, and directed that all planned industrial action be suspended t...
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Crime
Police seize over 1,000 boxes of Tramadol in North East region, six arrested
According to a police statement, the joint operation with the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) took place on September 18, 2025.
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Railway workers set September 30 strike deadline over year-long unpaid salaries
In a letter dated September 15 and addressed to the Greater Accra Regional Police Commander, the union described the situation as unbearable, citing the toll it has taken on its members.
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Acting Chief Justice calls for bold action to end Galamsey
In a speech delivered on his behalf by Supreme Court Justice Hafisata Amaleboba at the opening of the 2025/26 Bar Conference in Wa, Upper West Region, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie described galamsey as an existential threat to Ghana’s survival, de...
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Courts
Abronye secures GH¢50,000 bail from Accra Circuit Court
The decision followed a motion filed by one of his lawyers, Daniel Nii Martey Addo, seeking an abridgement of time in relation to the case.
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Investigate C.K. Tedam Univ VC over appointment procedure breach-GTEC to Council
According to GTEC, it expects a formal report on the investigation to be submitted by the end of the month. In a letter dated September 10, 2025, the Commission also noted that it will conduct a forensic audit of every appointment and promo...
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Africa
Ex-Zambian Foreign Minister jailed four years for corruption
According to state media, Malanji was found guilty on seven counts linked to the acquisition of luxury properties and helicopters suspected to have been purchased with illicit funds.
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Thai court orders Ex Prime Minister to serve one-year jail term
The 76-year-old billionaire politician, once a dominant force in Thai politics, had previously been sentenced to eight years for corruption and abuse of power after his return from exile in 2023.
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Crime
Surgeon who amputated own legs jailed for fraud and pornography offences
Neil Hopper, 49, from Truro in Cornwall, had carried out hundreds of amputations before undergoing the procedure himself in 2019.
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Ridge Hospital assault probe incomplete – GRNMA Chairman
According to Mr. Asare, the committee that probed the incident failed to engage a key medical officer who first examined the victim, raising questions about the integrity of its findings.
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Crime
Two killed, several injured in Teshie Homowo festival clashes
The victims, identified as 30-year-old Eddy Blessing and 27-year-old Patrick Maamah Martey Fio, died from gunshot wounds and were pronounced dead on arrival at Lekma Hospital.
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Counterfeit diapers seized in Kumasi destroyed by security officials
The items, disguised under the name of a well-known brand, were intercepted at a warehouse in Asafo following intelligence from National Security operatives.
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Business
Tax scholar urges government to ease tax burden on married couples
Speaking at the Marriage Governance Conference on August 19, 2025, he noted that “reliefs available under the law are not enough to support marriage and family life” and are in urgent need of reform.
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Licences of four trawlers revoked over repeated regulatory violations
Ghana’s Fisheries Ministry has revoked the licences of four industrial trawlers following repeated violations of fishing laws.
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Business
Tasty Tom production halted by FDA over safety concern
In a statement released on Sunday, August 3, the FDA explained that this suspension follows an earlier recall of all canned versions of the tomato mix, along with certain pouch sizes—specifically the 380g and 1.05kg packs
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Courts
Parliament passes Social Protection bill
Parliament has passed the Social Protection Bill, 2025, establishing a legal framework and funding mechanism to support social programmes such as LEAP and school feeding. The bill was approved despite Minority objections over quorum issues...
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Courts
Driver jailed 15 years for slashing neighbour's throat over stolen phone
Ampofo, who pleaded guilty to charges of stealing and causing harm, was convicted by Presiding Judge Mrs. Hathia Ama Manu.
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Bank Hospital denies breaching confidentiality in late Daddy Lumba’s care
In a statement released by hospital management, the institution described the claims—circulating on social media and allegedly made by influencer Afia Schwarzenegger—as false, defamatory, and lacking any factual basis.
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Passage of Social Protection Bill suspended over lack of quorum
The proposed legislation seeks to establish a Social Protection Fund to finance critical welfare programs.
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