Crime
Eleven arrested for illegal mining in Western Region
The arrests followed a targeted operation on March 31, 2025, around midday, acting on credible intelligence aimed at clamping down on illegal mining in the area.
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Business
Parliament passes Growth and Sustainability Levy 2025
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, speaking during the debate on the bill, emphasized the importance of leveraging the current high gold prices to enhance national revenue.
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Courts
Head porter granted GH¢50,000 bail after alleged stabbing incident
Presiding over the case, Judge Enid Marful-Sau ruled that Dadzie’s sureties must provide valid national identification cards at the Court’s Registry.
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Courts
SSNIT OBS case: Former MIS Head secures enters plea bargain
Afaglo faces seven counts—including defrauding by false pretenses, using forged documents, and falsifying records—and his legal troubles date back to 2017, when SSNIT dismissed him after discovering his employment was based on fake degrees.
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Courts
Philippines ex-President arrested amid ICC arrest warrant
Duterte, 79, was detained upon landing at Manila’s international airport after returning from a campaign visit to Hong Kong on Tuesday.
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General
Asantehene destools Mpasaasohene over illegal mining, other misconduct
His 41-year tenure came under scrutiny due to concerns over his questionable royal heritage and failure to properly serve his community and traditional authorities.
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General
No lavish wedding for muslims at Bole as Chief Imam places ban in keeping with simplicity
This decision, made after extensive consultations with Islamic clerics, aims to reduce the growing financial strain associated with weddings and ensure that marriage ceremonies adhere to Islamic traditions.
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Crime
KNUST confirms arrest of suspect in tragic murder of final-year student
According to an update from the university, the suspect, who resides in the same hostel as the deceased, was identified through CCTV footage and apprehended by the Regional Police.
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Africa
Mohbad’s childhood friend ‘Primeboy’ sues late singer’s mother for alleged defamation
Mohbad died on September 12, 2023, and was buried the following day.
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Courts
Gregory Afoko pushes for bail again after nine years on remand
This latest bail application, filed on Monday, February 17, 2025, by his legal team, will be considered by Justice Marie-Louise Simmons on February 21.
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Courts
Jobless man granted GH¢100,000 bail over alleged land fraud
Davis Nii Odai Afotey has been charged with conspiracy and engaging in a fraudulent land transaction. He pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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General
Interior Ministry imposes curfew in Walewale
According to an official statement issued on Saturday, February 15, 2025, by Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak, the curfew will be enforced from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM daily, starting immediately.
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Africa
Liberia:450 officials suspended for failing to declare assets
According to a statement from the presidency, those affected will be suspended without pay for a month or until they comply with the asset declaration mandate set by the country’s anti-corruption agency.
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US
Trump reinstates plastic straws, reversing Biden-era ban
Trump, who previously sold plastic straws as part of his 2020 campaign merchandise, has long criticized paper straws, calling them ineffective and prone to disintegration.
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General
Intensify Galamsey fight- Acting EPA CEO directs regional officers
During a visit to Beposo in the Western Region, Prof. Klutse emphasized the importance of proactive field inspections in addressing the increasing pollution of water bodies linked to galamsey activities.
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Tech
Surge in online investment fraud in January-CSA cautions public
According to the CSA, fraudsters are using deceptive tactics, including false affiliations with well-known foreign companies, to lure victims with promises of high returns.
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Courts
Loan managers face court over seizure of customer’s merchandise
The accused, Gideon Yeboah, 39, a recovery manager, and Godfred Bright Eku, 50, the general manager, are facing charges of conspiracy, unlawful entry, and theft of goods worth GH¢513,000.
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General
Speaker lifts 4 MPs’ suspension after cross-party appeal
The lawmakers were initially suspended after a heated vetting session for ministerial nominees spiraled into chaos, prompting the Speaker to take disciplinary action.
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Crime
Trader sentenced to 10 years for manslaughter
Veronica Djoazaa, who runs a bar, was convicted by a seven-member jury after being found responsible for the fatal injury of 48-year-old Anthony Apurum.
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Teen miner sentenced for theft in Tarkwa
The accused, Enock Buamah, also known as Akwesi, pleaded guilty to charges of unlawful entry, causing damage, and stealing.
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