General
40 Changfans burnt, 5 suspects detained in Birim River galamsey crackdown
The operation is part of a broader effort to tackle illegal mining, or "galamsey," which has been damaging the environment in the region.
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Misunderstanding among security personnel over smuggled cocoa resolved
On Wednesday, October 9, a disagreement emerged at the Missiga security checkpoint in Bawku, situated in the Upper East Region. Members of the Ghana Armed Forces, the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, and the Ghana Police Ser...
DL News
Crime
Police gun down 2 suspected armed robbers on Atebubu-Yeji Highway
The Ghana News Agency (GNA) gathered that the suspects died during an exchange of gunfire between them and the police at the Kojokrom portion of the stretch in the Pru East District of the region.
GNA
Crime
Man arrested for attempting to sell niece to acquire Canadian visa
Mr Amofa was arrested on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, around 10:00 pm at Gomoa Buduburam, near Obolo Estate in the Central region.
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Crime
Jirapa Dubai CEO: Trial of prime murder suspect resumes at Wa High Court
This was after the court announced in May that it could not proceed with the case due to a claim by lawyers of the accused that the Chief Justice, Gertrude Araba Torkornoo, had directed that the case be transferred to Kumasi.
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Crime
Man in trouble for violating building code
He failed to appear before the court, presided over by Mr Derek Ocloo, three consecutive times, after he was charged for building without permit at Onumaku in the Yilo Krobo Municipality of the region.
GNA
Business
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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Business
ECOWAS Brown Card Insurance Scheme: Expert calls for expedited claims payment
Mr. Bukari, who is Managing Director of Phoenix Insurance Company Ghana, further emphasized the importance of facilitating the seamless movement of individuals across ECOWAS countries.
DL News
Courts
CEO in court over fraud charge
Adam, also businessman, is said to have received the money from Charity Atiim under the pretext of supplying her with 1,000 bags of 50 kg rice, 50 gallons of edible oil and 30 bags of sugar to be given to schools in the Northern Region
GNA
Courts
Prosecution to call first witness in Abesim murder trial
This comes after the court concluded with the Case Management Conference (CMC)
GNA
Courts
Togolese fined for obtaining Ghanaian documents illegally
Komitse Senyo Egle, a Togolese, was charged with obtaining by false declaration, a Ghanaian birth certificate, Ghanaian National Identification card, and driver’s licence.
GNA
General
Lithium agreement: Ghana needs a green minerals value-added development plan
In October 2023, Atlantic Lithium received a 15-year mining lease from Ghana's Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources for the Ewoyaa Lithium Project. This authorization enables the company to develop a lithium mine and processing facility...
Dr. Theo Acheampong
Crime
Western North: Chief, nine others arrested for engaging in illegal mining
According to the statement, the traditional leader is said to have recruited the others into the illegal mining business.
DL News
Courts
Driver in court for possessing rifles, guns
The accused person, an assistant driver of a Yutong bus has been charged with possession of firearms without lawful excuse
GNA
Africa
Niger coup leaders announce prosecution of ousted President for 'high treason'
If found guilty, President Bazoum could face the death penalty, according to Niger's penal code.
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Courts
Chief Justice commissions North Tongu Circuit Court
The court is the second facility to be commissioned in the district, under the government’s 100 courts project.
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General
N. Dowuona and Company adjudged Ghana Law Firm of the year
The award recognizes a law firm’s pre-eminence in key jurisdictions in the African region and achievements over the past 12 months including outstanding work, impressive strategic growth, and excellence in client service
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Courts
Mankessim murder case: Court adjourns, awaits pathology reports of deceased
The accused persons were arrested for allegedly kidnapping and murdering Georgina Botchwey, an aspiring nurse trainee.
GNA
Courts
Eastern Region: 187 ‘galamseyers’ jailed since 2017- Attorney General
The convicts include Twenty-nine Nigeriens, Seven Nigerians, and three Chinese nationals.
DL News
Crime
Man arrested for allegedly trafficking 16 children and young adults
According to reports, he was arrested at the Half Assini New Town border post in the Jomoro Municipality of the Western Region.
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