Crime
UK lawyers urged to desist misuse of AI after fake case citations
In one notable case, the claimants in a £89m damages lawsuit against the Qatar National Bank presented 45 case-law citations, of which 18 were proven to be fictitious.
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Results for "non-consensual condom removal"
1056 results.
Courts
Alleged recruitment scam leader remanded as cybercrime syndicate faces court
On Tuesday, June 3, 2025, an Accra High Court ordered the remand of 23-year-old Hunus Nyaleke, believed to be the ringleader of a fraudulent online recruitment operation.
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General
Betting with Burglary: New Research Links Sports Betting Shops to Rising Crime in Ghana—Researchers Sound Alarm
A recent study has found that proximity to sports betting shops in Ghana significantly increases the likelihood of burglary and theft in nearby communities. The research links the rise in property crime to weak regulatory enforcement, poor...
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General
Kpebu questions OSP’s rejection of virtual interview for ailing Ofori-Atta
Mr. Ofori-Atta’s legal team recently disclosed that the former minister is undergoing treatment for cancer and preparing for surgery, making his return to Ghana presently impossible.
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Courts
MMDAs to face legal action for unauthorized billboards
This move follows the MMDAs' failure to comply with a 21-day ultimatum issued by the NRSA in April, which directed all assemblies to remove billboards and posters unlawfully installed within road medians and other high-risk areas.
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Business
Ghana’s embassy in Washington to resume operations after fraud probe
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement issued on May 27, confirmed that a new leadership team headed by an experienced diplomat has been assigned to steer the mission.
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Business
Final report on downstream petroleum sector reform presented to minister
The committee, inaugurated on March 14, 2025, was tasked with conducting a comprehensive evaluation of the sector and proposing reforms to enhance its efficiency, transparency, and long-term sustainability.
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General
NLC orders striking university staff to return to work, citing breach of Labour Act
The directive, backed by Section 139(1)(d) of the Labour Act, 2003 (Act 651), targets the Senior Staff Association—Universities of Ghana (SSA-UoG), the Technical University Administrators Association of Ghana (TUAAG), and the Federation of...
Courts
High Court orders UPSA to desist, pay compensation over copyright infringement
The lawsuit was initiated by the Reprographic Rights Organisation of Ghana (CopyGhana), a body representing the interests of authors and publishers.
Richard Osei Boateng
Courts
Hotel Association sues GHAMRO over unlawful royalty charges
According to court documents, the GHA is challenging the current model used by GHAMRO and ARSOG to assess and collect royalties from its members, describing it as inconsistent with Ghana’s copyright laws.
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General
Ghana Immigration launches crackdown on undocumented migrants in Accra, major cities
The exercise, which commenced in the early hours of Friday, May 16, 2025, is part of GIS’s broader mandate to enforce immigration laws and safeguard national security, the agency announced.
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Courts
Woman granted GH¢70,000 bail over attempted smuggle of unregistered aphrodisiacs
The accused, Hawa Fuseini, remains in police custody after failing to meet the bail conditions, which require two sureties—one of whom must be justified.
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General
Grounding the ”Kotoka Clause”—Why Swearing in an Acting President for Travel Is a Constitutional Folly
The Constitution speaks plainly. The Speaker does not act unless both the President and Vice-President are truly unable to govern—not merely out of town.
Kweku Azar
Business
Foreign Affairs Ministry revokes 701 diplomatic and service passports
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Ministry disclosed that the decision follows multiple public reminders issued on January 15 and March 10, 2025, urging former officials and associated persons to surrender their official passports.
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Africa
UN court dismisses Sudan's genocide lawsuit against UAE, Cites lack of jurisdiction
In a decisive 14-2 vote, judges at the ICJ concluded they had no jurisdiction to hear the case. The court cited the UAE’s reservation to Article 9 of the Genocide Convention, which exempts it from legal claims brought by other states under...
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Business
Nike faces $5 million class-action lawsuit over NFT collapse
Back in 2021, Nike made headlines by acquiring RTFKT, a company known for creating sneaker-themed NFTs. The idea was bold: blend the world of collectible sneakers with the rising metaverse.
Lawyer Monthly
General
Minkah-Premo Tops Ghana’s Largest Law Firms by Number of Lawyers in 2025
Minkah-Premo has topped the 2025 law firm rankings by lawyer count, with Kumasi-based Momim & Botta Solicitors the only non-Accra firm among the top five.
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Business
Engineering Council, GhIE to ban unlicensed Engineers by July 2025
This initiative seeks to strengthen public confidence in the profession by ensuring that only accredited engineers are allowed to operate.
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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
Banks urged to adopt balanced credit strategy
Speaking to chief executives of commercial banks following the BoG’s latest Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting—his first as Governor—Dr. Asiama emphasized the need for transparent communication and innovative lending strategies that pr...
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