Africa
Chadian opposition figure delays return from exile
Mr Masra, the head of the Transformers party, fled Chad a year ago following a deadly crackdown on protesters opposed to election delays by the ruling military junta.
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Results for “One-year anniversary”
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General
Over 900 pass 2023 Ghana Bar Exam, set to be called later this month
The list of candidates who passed the exam was released yesterday, pending consideration and approval by the General Legal Council.
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General
2022 Call to the Bar:785 candidates presented
Last year’s event took place on October 1 at which 278 new lawyers were called to the Ghana Bar.
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General
278 Lawyers called to the Ghana Bar
The new lawyers by the ceremony, have been certified by the GLC to begin their legal profession in the country.
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General
GBA renews call for CJ Torkornoo’s reinstatement at 43rd Martyrs’ Day memorial
Speaking at the commemorative gathering, GBA President Efua Ghartey underscored the association’s unwavering concern over the ongoing removal proceedings against Justice Torkornoo, which she said threaten the integrity of the judiciary.
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Europe
Russia jails Nobel Peace Prize winner for 'repeatedly criticising armed forces'
Oleg Orlov says a court process in Moscow combined "absurdity and tyranny dressed up as formal adherence to some pseudo-legal procedures".
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General
Axis Legal joins global law firms network, Multilaw as Ghana member
By joining a network of 90 member firms from more than 100 countries, Axis Legal seeks to be recognised by major directories for the work it has done and continues to do in Ghana, Multilaw said in a statement last Tuesday.
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General
GBA President renews call to protect Judiciary from political pressure
GBA President, Mrs Efua Ghartey, said the Judiciary must be protected from political pressure if it is to remain a credible institution for justice delivery.
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Europe
Canada's Supreme Court retires red 'Santa robes' for sleek black design
The new robes, featuring red piping and crisp white collars over black Korean silk, made their official debut in Ottawa this week.
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General
Forestry Commission announces 2025 wildlife closed season from Aug 1 to Dec 1
The ban, announced in a press release on July 31, aligns with the Wildlife Resources Management Act, 2023 (Act 1115), and Wildlife Conservation Regulations, 1971 (L.I. 685).
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General
Asantehene officially hands over 1.12-acre land for Ghana School of Law Kumasi campus
The 1.12-acre land, strategically located behind the Ministries enclave in Kumasi, is expected to serve as the permanent home for the school’s Kumasi campus, marking a major step toward expanding access to professional legal education beyon...
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US
Undocumented spouses of US citizens to receive legal status
This initiative will target those who have resided in the country for at least a decade, granting them the ability to work legally in the U.S.
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US
Janet Jackson's $200M Divorce Settlement with Billionaire Wissam Al Mana
The couple's prenuptial agreement played a crucial role in the financial outcome of their five-year marriage, highlighting the importance of such agreements in high-profile relationships.
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General
844 new lawyers called to the Ghana Bar
Originally, 846 applicants were presented and were supposed to be called as new lawyers however two persons were denied the Call in the course of the program when it was realized that they had violated the Rules of Robing.
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General
MP files private member bill for the amendment of dual citizenship restriction
The bill seeks to enable such persons to be able to hold positions such as High Commissioner or Ambassador, Secretary to Cabinet, Chief of Defence Staff, Inspector General of Police, Director of Immigration, and Member of Parliament etc.
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General
BoG: Rural banks must meet minimum capital requirement by end of 2021
Central banks around the globe are exploring the introduction of digital currencies and Ghana is among the leading African countries to enter the pilot phase.
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Supreme Court News
Togbe Afede raises concern over uncapped Supreme Court justices
The President of the Asogli Traditional Area and former President of the National House of Chiefs said Ghana must take stronger steps to protect the independence and credibility of the judiciary.
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Supreme Court News
Judges decide cases by law, not politics- Justice Kulendi
He said although judges, like all citizens, may have personal views, they are bound by oath to decide cases according to the law, the evidence and the facts presented before them.
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General
We remain resolute in rendering corruption costly and unattractive - OSP
"Our vision is clear - to render corruption costly and unattractive, and we remain resolute in fulfilling this mandate,"
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Crime
GH₵10,000 bounty placed on killer of police woman in Damongo
the policewoman reported for duty in the morning and was said to have taken part in a general fatigue. It turned out to be the last time she was seen.
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