Business
DVLA to open overseas offices to combat fake licences
This announcement was made on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, during the commissioning of a newly constructed, state-of-the-art DVLA facility in Adentan Municipality.
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General
IMANI's petition to CHRAJ to investigate EC-Full text
My colleagues and I at IMANI have been gravely concerned by the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana’s handling of the nation’s scarce resources in the discharge of its duties, which conduct we believe amounts to “misappropriation”, “wastage”...
Franklin Cudjoe
Crime
Keta police destroy GH₵360,000 worth of suspected cannabis
The suspected narcotics were initially seized on December 29, 2023, after officers received a tip-off leading to their discovery at the Adzido beach.
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Courts
Interior Ministry renews curfew hours in Walewale and its environs
In a statement, the government urged Chiefs, Elders, Opinion Leaders, and the youth to remain calm and continue seeking peaceful solutions to any local tensions. Authorities emphasized the need for collective efforts toward maintaining stab...
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Others
Galamsey: Deporting, burning, rule of law-Ace Anan Ankomah writes
Section 99 of the MMA imposes two conditions precedent to deportation: the individual must (i) be convicted by a court for undertaking an illegal mining operation, and (ii) serve ‘the full sentence.’
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General
Interior Ministry imposes 12-hour curfew in Binduri after deadly attack
Effective immediately, the revised curfew will now span from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
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Business
Govt moves to halt issuance of prospecting licences in bid to reform small-scale mining
During his maiden visit to the Minerals Commission’s Control Room—responsible for monitoring the activities of excavators—the minister reiterated that under the government’s Resetting Ghana agenda, there is a pressing need to overhaul both...
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US
Trump Admin violated press freedom in AP journalists White House ban-Court rules
Judge Trevor McFadden declared on Tuesday that restricting AP reporters’ access to White House events due to editorial choices violates the First Amendment, which protects freedom of the press and expression.
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General
University students urged not to downplay, trivialise sexual harassment
The seminar, held on March 31 under the theme “Safe Spaces: Preventing Sexual Harassment on Campus”, was organized by the Perfector of Sentiments (POS) Foundation, in collaboration with the University of Ghana Students’ Representative Counc...
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Business
DVLA Boss proposes formalisation of 'goro boys' operations to Improve licensing system
Speaking during a radio interview with Citi FM on April 1, 2025, Mr. Kotey said integrating these individuals into a regulated framework could help enhance transparency and streamline the process of vehicle registration and licensing.
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Courts
Ken Attafuah's 2023 dismissal of NIA staff upheld by NLC
The ruling supports Attafuah’s 2023 decision to terminate Akowuah’s appointment over an unauthorized change to working hours at the NIA’s Madina district office.
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Courts
Lawyers for Ex-NSB boss, wife file application for bail over alleged GH¢39m diversion
The couple stands accused of redirecting GH¢39.46 million into their private company during the course of the transaction.
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Supreme Court News
Injunction application against removal of security chiefs moot-Supreme Court
The injunction application was brought forward by policy think tank Imani Ghana and security analyst Professor Kwesi Aning.
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Business
Government to restructure small-scale mining licencing regime;Chiefs,DCEs to have final say
Speaking on Newsfile on March 22, 2025, Mr. Buah revealed that new applicants for small-scale mining licenses will now initiate the process at the district level, overseen by a newly established District Community Mining Licensing Committee...
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Int'l NGO, Danish Embassy educate stakeholders on EU's new deforestation law
In collaboration with the Danish Embassy, the organization recently hosted a seminar to educate stakeholders on the new regulation and its implications for Ghana’s agricultural exports.
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General
Comply with Asset Declaration law-Mahama urges appointees
The Public Office Holders (Declaration of Assets and Disqualification) Act, of 1998 (Act 550) mandates public officials to declare their assets and liabilities upon assuming office.
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US
Federal Judge orders Trump administration to reinstate fired government workers
Judge William Alsup condemned the mass terminations, asserting they were a deliberate attempt to sidestep legal protocols for workforce reductions.
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Supreme Court News
IMANI Ghana, Prof. Aning back to Supreme Court; Seeks to halt IGP, Security heads removal
The plaintiffs argue that removing these officials before the court’s decision would be unjust, as it could preempt the outcome of the ongoing legal proceedings.
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Business
Roads Act to be amended for okada legalization, Says NRSA Boss
Speaking on JoyNews' The Pulse on Monday, March 10, Mr. Amaliba revealed that a previous attempt to pass a Legislative Instrument (L.I.) for Okada legalization was withdrawn due to concerns about MPs using sirens.
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Gender Minister commits to full implementation of Affirmative Action Act
Speaking at the 2025 Africa Women Political Leadership Summit in Accra, Dr. Lartey emphasized the need to remove financial constraints that prevent women from contesting political positions.
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