Crime
Ghana Police place GH₵20K bounty on group over election violence threats
The suspects—Fuseini Yahuza, Bernard Ahedor, Simon, Basit, and Musa Yakubu, also known as "Agya Musah"—have been evading capture since November 15, 2024.
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Immigration Service intercepts 54 gallons of fuel
A press statement made available to the Ghana News Agency and signed by Mr Michael Amoako-Atta, Assistant Commissioner of Immigration and Head of Public Affairs, said the arrest was made by Inspector Ebenezer Asa-Appiah, Asst Insp Isreal Gi...
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AG meets ICC Prosecutor; promises to fight crimes against humanity
He emphasized that, as a signatory to the Rome Statute, Ghana not only upholds the ICC's mission but has also made strides in aligning its legal framework with the Statute.
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Health of inmates major concern to Ghana Prisons Service
ADP Mwinyelle stated that the Wa Municipal Hospital had agreed to attach a Physician Assistant to the Wa Central Prisons Infirmary to help enhance healthcare delivery to the inmates.
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JUSAG @ 50:CJ unhappy with manipulative conducts of some court staff
She highlighted that some court officials have been tampering with land documents to favor particular individuals in return for bribes, thus compromising the judiciary’s credibility.
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President receives GBA lifetime award; admonishes lawyers to reliably inform
As a member of the Association, he is on record to have been the only serving president who has attended all conferences of the Bar as well as his days as a flagbearer and even as an Attorney General, the Bar President noted.
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It’s wrong not to grant Chief Justice, Speaker motorcade and siren – Haruna Iddrisu
Following widespread public backlash, the Legislative Instrument (LI) was withdrawn. Subsequently, it reintroduced, this time excluding provisions that would have allowed MPs, the Speaker of Parliament, and the Chief Justice to utilise sire...
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Protect rights of vulnerable-CHRAJ urges journalists
CHRAJ Commissioner Joseph Whittal pointed out that some journalists have unfortunately contributed to negative public perceptions, particularly towards migrants and sexual minorities, by engaging in biased reporting.
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Supreme Court News
Sealing of Supreme Court Justices; Nominee calls for stakeholder consultation
According to her, ordinary Ghanaians are the best people to decide since sovereignty and Justice emanate from them.
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General
Minister withdraws LI granting siren use right to Ministers, MPs
Martin Adjei Mensah Korsah, the Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, retracted the LI on behalf of the Transport Minister due to feedback from the public and various stakeholders.
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Policeman launches two books on Criminal Investigation, Rights of a suspect
Authored by Detective Sergeant Modestus Amevor of the Ghana Police Service, these books aim to provide valuable insights and guidance for both law enforcement and the general public.
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Courts
Whether or not to admit Jakpa,Dame audio conversation: Court to decide June 13 in Ambulance case
This follows an objection raised by state prosecutors against the tendering of the tape by lawyers for the first accused.
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Courts
Ofosu Ampofo to open defence in alleged audio violence case June 20
The High Court took this decision, presided over by Samuel Asiedu JSC, to grant him more time owing to his health condition.
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Supreme Court News
Only petroleum loans exceeding $30m should go before parliament-Supreme Court asserts
The court thus, per a unanimous decision, dismissed a suit by a private legal practitioner, which challenged the constitutionality of that provision of the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Act, 2016 (Act 919).
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Supreme Court News
Payment of salary to spouses of President, Vice; Parliament exceeded its jurisdiction-Supreme Court
According to the apex court, these spouses do not fall under the category of public officers, thus faulting parliament for adopting the emolument committee report on the issue.
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Courts
OSP files fresh charges against the former PPA boss, Adjenim Boateng Adjei
The charges were filed on Wednesday, April 17, the OSP said in a statement.
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Europe
Britain's only transgender judge resigns, citing politicization of judiciary
The 54-year-old transitioned in the 1990s, and she became the UK’s first practicing trans barrister and judge
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Africa
Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu bans foreign trips by government officials
Mr Tinubu's chief of staff said the move was prompted by the president's "concerns about the rising cost of travel expenses" by public officials.
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Supreme Court News
Should all loans by GNPC go before Parliament?; Supreme Court to give judgment May 22
The seven (7) member panel, presided over by Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo fixed this date after listening to the oral submissions of counsels in the matter.
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Africa
Kenya: TV anchor cleared of murder gets top government job
Jacque Maribe was cleared of murdering a businesswoman called Monica Kimani, who was found with her throat slit. But Ms Maribe's ex-partner Joseph Irungu, also known as "Jowie", was found guilty.
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