Crime
OccupyGhana calls for scrutiny of EOCO investigative powers
The pressure group says the seriousness of allegations cannot, by itself, justify indefinite measures or departures from constitutional safeguards.
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Six denied bail in 3.9-tonne cocaine export case
The case concerns four 40-foot containers that allegedly left the Tema Port and were later intercepted in France with suspected narcotic substances.
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General
EOCO attempted arrest of Manhyia South MP legally flawed-GIMPA law lecturer
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, he argued that the Economic and Organised Crime Office Act does not make refusal to attend an invitation a criminal offence.
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Courts
Court to rule on bail for six accused in 3.9-tonne cocaine case on September 29
The six accused are Francis Narh Amanor, Frank Adu Boahen, Togbe Agbeti, Andrews Tetteh Amponsah, Daniel Laryea and Helena Akua Dekyi.
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Courts
Sky Train accused file witness statements as trial resumes
Deputy Attorney-General, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, disclosed the development in a case update posted on X, formerly Twitter. September 23 was the final deadline set by the High Court for the accused persons to file their defence
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Courts
Lawyers dissatisfied with operation of the new court shift system
According to feedback received by the GBA Court monitoring Committee, the system has increased stress among lawyers and reduced the time available for client interviews, preparation of submissions and other administrative legal work
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Courts
Court adjourns Salomey Baffoe bail application to September 24
The prosecution told the court that the Attorney-General’s Office needed additional time to file a response to the bail application
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Courts
Wontumi Exim Bank case adjourned after prosecution amends charge sheet
Principal State Attorney Joshua Sackey told the court on Tuesday, September 22, that the amended charge sheet had been filed and served on counsel for the accused persons.
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Courts
Four granted bail in Assin Fosu kidnapping and torture case
They are facing six charges, including kidnapping, conspiracy to commit crime, threat of harm, causing harm, unlawful sharing of intimate images and stealing.
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Crime
16 arrested in security operation targeting counterfeit currency networks
According to the Secretariat, the operations targeted both local and transnational syndicates suspected of printing, possessing and distributing counterfeit Ghanaian and foreign currencies.
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General
Traffic enforcement goes digital October 1
The automated system will use roadside cameras and Personal Digital Assistant devices to identify suspected traffic violations and support enforcement by the Motor Traffic and Transport Department.
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General
GIMPA LLM International Trade and Business Law students visit WTO
The visit formed part of the school’s effort to expose students to the institutions where global trade rules are negotiated, shaped and implemented.
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Business
GRA serves audit notice on firm of lawyer who sued over tax exemption powers
GRA said the firm had been selected for audit under the tax laws, but stressed that the exercise should not be taken as proof of any wrongdoing.
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Courts
Adu-Boahene to file submission of no case after prosecution closes GH¢49.1m trial
Justice Francis Apangabonu Achibonga, a Justice of the Court of Appeal sitting with additional responsibility as a High Court judge, has directed the defence to file its written submission by September 25, 2026.
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Others
By-laws betrayed: who controls Accra’s stray dogs?
Stray animals are becoming increasingly common in several neighbourhoods across the capital, with dogs being the most visible. When left uncontrolled, they can endanger adults and children through attacks and bites, which may transmit serio...
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Recognise TMA's development control authority-Gov't directs TDC
The letter, signed by the Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, followed a review of the constitutional and statutory mandates of the two institutions.
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Supreme Court News
Former Chief Justice calls for tighter controls on Supreme Court appeals
She said the apex court is being burdened by cases that could have ended earlier, especially appeals filed over procedural issues before the main case is even concluded.
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Courts
Court of Appeal refuses Ameyaw-Akumfi’s bid to stay SkyTrain trial
A three-member panel of the Court of Appeal dismissed his application for stay of proceedings on Tuesday, September 1, 2026.
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court refuses Solomon Asamoah’s application to halt Skytrain trial
Justice Senyo Dzamefe, sitting as a single Justice of the Supreme Court, dismissed the application on Monday, August 31, 2026.
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General
Know the 11-member Constitution Review Implementation Committee
The committee is expected to guide the next phase of the constitutional review process after government issued its position paper on the recommendations of the Constitution Review Committee chaired by Professor H. Kwesi Prempeh.
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