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High Court reverses BoG’s revocation of Ideal Finance operating licence
The court found that BoG failed to follow due legal procedures before stripping Ideal Finance of its license, rendering the revocation unlawful.
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Ghana's Gender Ministry holds stakeholder meeting on Domestic Violence laws
In her address, Minister Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey highlighted the multifaceted nature of domestic violence—encompassing physical, emotional, sexual, and economic abuse.
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On OSP v Ofori-Atta:No room for double jeopardy under Ghanaian law – Justice Srem-Sai
Addressing concerns about repeated prosecutions, he emphasized that once a person is acquitted by a competent court, they cannot face another trial for the same matter.
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Akwatia MP urged to self-surrender to avert further courtroom setbacks
In an interview on Channel One TV on February 22nd, Lawyer Banson stressed that Kumi’s conviction still stands on record, with only the sentencing pending.
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German court rules Birkenstock sandals are not art
The well-known brand argued that its signature cork-soled sandals should be considered art, providing stronger legal safeguards against imitation products.
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NPP seeks Supreme Court intervention to stay Akwatia election dispute proceedings
The case, involving Hon. Henry Boakye-Yiadom vs. Ernest Kumi & 2 others and Rep vs. Ernest Kumi , is currently being heard by Justice Emmanuel Senyo Amedahe.
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Former SIC MD drops legal challenge over dismissal
Initially, she had taken legal action against the company and its newly appointed acting MD, arguing that her removal was unjust and violated corporate governance principles.
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Bobby Banson on legal ramifications of recent case discontinuance by AG
He explained that when this happens, the legal consequences differ significantly from a standard charge withdrawal.
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GHc10m defamation case: Court turns town Kan Dapaah's prayer for cost, adjourns to Feb.28
At the court session on Monday, January 27, 2025, Kan Dapaah’s legal counsel, Bright Otchere Adjekum, requested that costs be imposed on the defendant.
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U.S. Supreme Court Upholds TikTok Ban Without Divestiture, Citing National Security Concerns
The U.S. Supreme Court has upheld a federal law requiring TikTok’s parent company, ByteDance, to divest its ownership to remain operational in the United States, citing national security concerns.
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Cassius Mining files $277M claim against Ghana over Talensi gold project
The Sydney-based company filed its claim on December 23, 2024, with the London Court of International Arbitration, marking a significant escalation in the protracted legal battle.
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Drake sues Universal Music Group over Lamar’s Not Like Us
In a filing submitted by Drake’s company, Frozen Moments LLC, to a New York court, allegations were made against Universal and Spotify for orchestrating an illegal scheme.
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Supreme Court dismisses lawyer's Certiorari application against KATH
The Court also ordered him to pay a cost of GH¢20,000 for wasting its time.
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Digitisation agenda of the courts to continue unabated — Chief Justice
The Chief Justice also urged all stakeholders in the justice delivery sector to remain dedicated to ensuring democracy functions effectively in the country.
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A book for keeps: ‘Contemporary and Evolving issues in Civil Procedure and Litigation’ by Osei Tutu J
The book is expected to be launched on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the Law Courts Auditorium on the John Evans Atta Mills Streets, in Accra at exactly 02: 30 pm.
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Celebrities can’t be used to advertise alcoholic drinks- Supreme Court uphold FDA ban
This ruling concludes a nineteen-month legal battle initiated by Mark Darlington Osae, CEO of Black Kulcha Music.
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Lawyer Michael Akafia is new President of Ghana Chamber of Mines
He succeeds Joshua Mortoti, who recently resigned from Gold Fields Ghana, after his crucial role in promoting the Chamber’s goals.
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Suit on attempted suicide struck out as ‘moot’
A seven-member panel of the court dismissed the case due to a recent legislative change by Parliament that decriminalized attempted suicide, thus making the legal challenge moot.
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Adopt piracy law to enhance maritime security efforts - Denmark urges Ghana
The Danish Ambassador to Ghana, Tom Nørring, in an interview with the Daily Graphic, emphasised the importance of a legal framework to deal with maritime crimes.
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GIMPA Law Faculty Appointed to Prestigious U.S. University Positions
Two faculty members of the school's law faculty have been selected for visiting professorships at notable American law schools, reflecting GIMPA's increasing contribution to global legal education.
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