Crime
UG student’s murder trial adjourned to February 27
The adjournment was necessary as the court awaited directives from the Chief Justice on forming a seven-member jury for the case.
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Africa
President Mahama demands Justice for 2005 Gambia massacre victims
The tragic event, widely referred to as The Gambia Massacre, led to the brutal killing of around 56 West African migrants, most of whom were Ghanaians.
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Business
Ghana Airport Company cautions public against sale of unclaimed goods
These fraudulent advertisements, predominantly found on Facebook, claim that abandoned luggage is being sold at an unusually low price of GHS 32, raising concerns about potential scams.
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Crime
Court jails man 3 years for impersonation and possession of military uniforms
Cobbina gained attention after posting a video on TikTok in which he wore a camouflage trouser and a naval vest, falsely claiming to be a member of the military.
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Courts
Witness in Opuni trial says Scientific report on fertiliser inaccurate, unreliable
Dr. Opuni, along with businessman Seidu Agongo, stands accused of causing financial losses exceeding GH¢271 million to the state through questionable fertilizer transactions during his tenure at COCOBOD.
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General
President Mahama revokes appointment of MMDCEs
This marks one of the president's initial actions following his inauguration as Ghana's 6th President on January 7, 2025.
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Courts
Nyankpala electoral violence;7 persons granted bail
The suspects, identified as Alhassan Abukari, Alhaji Bashiru Mohammed, Yakubu Sumaila, Alhaji Alhassan Nasiru Nasam, Majeed Issah, and Kamara Fode Issaiaga, were granted bail set at GH₵50,000 each, with two sureties apiece.
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General
National Service Authority denies allegation of payroll fraud, ‘ghost names’
In a statement issued on December 16, 2024, the NSA labeled the allegations as “baseless and unfounded,” reiterating its dedication to transparency and accountability in its operations.
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Business
Tullow OIl, Kosmos Energy in merger talks
This announcement follows media reports speculating about Kosmos's interest in making an all-share bid for Tullow Oil plc.
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Crime
GRA debunks claims of fraudulent vehicle auctioning
The GRA also warned the public to beware of fraudulent activities, urging them not to engage with or make payments to unauthorized individuals or groups mentioned in the circulating false reports.
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Crime
Police investigating incident at Ursula’s residence
In a statement issued on December 9, 2024, the police confirmed that a Crime Scene Management team had visited the premises as part of the ongoing inquiry.
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Crime
Ghana Police investigating 88 persons allegedly recruited for election 2024 security
A video circulating on social media showed Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Member of Parliament for Juaboso, alleging that the passengers were brought in from Burkina Faso with intentions to create unrest in the Sefwi area.
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Crime
Two jailed 30 years for robbing banker of vehicle, personal belongings
Peter Amuzu, also known as Master Pee, and Isaac Brena Eshun, aka Young, took away the banker’s money in various currencies and other cards.
GNA
Courts
Trader jailed 15 years over drugs
Daniel Agbeko, also known as Abraham Fosu, was found guilty of attempting to export the drug-laden picture frames from Ghana to Australia.
GNA
Crime
Ghana Police place GH₵20K bounty on group over election violence threats
The suspects—Fuseini Yahuza, Bernard Ahedor, Simon, Basit, and Musa Yakubu, also known as "Agya Musah"—have been evading capture since November 15, 2024.
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General
Lead with intergrity-Supreme Court Justice charges Accra Business School graduands
Delivering the keynote address at the school’s 17th congregation, Justice Kulendi underscored the critical role of leadership grounded in accountability, conviction, and ethical principles in fostering a future rooted in trust and integrity...
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General
524 Diasporan Africans granted Ghanaian citizenship
The new citizens, who took the oath of allegiance administered by a Court of Appeal Justice, are the latest group to benefit from President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s government initiative aimed at reconnecting the African diaspora with...
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General
Tema Harbour: Customs Officials intercept 53 pistols, other weapons
The discovery was made during a routine inspection of a 40-foot container labeled MEDU4496951, which was declared to contain vehicles and personal effects.
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General
Enforce air quality laws-Environmental health officers charged
This mandate was outlined during a training session hosted by the Green Africa Youth Organisation (GAYO) as part of its Zero Waste Cities Project.
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General
UG School of Law honours advocate of PWDs
Mr. Okaikoi received this honor in recognition of his exceptional contributions to disability rights advocacy, entrepreneurship, and national development.
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