Courts
Mechanic jailed four years for unlawful entry, attempted theft in Odumase-Krobo
Presiding Judge, Kwasi Apiatse Abaidoo, handed down the sentence after Teye pleaded guilty to both offences.
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court dismisses application to injunct suspension of Chief Justice
The decision, reached by a five-member panel in a narrow 3-2 majority, was led by Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie. The application had been filed by legislator Vincent Ekow Assafuah
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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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General
GBA President urges lawyers to keenly monitor ongoing CJ removal process
Addressing the GBA's mid-year conference, Ms. Ghartey described the current process as a historic first in Ghana’s constitutional journey and emphasized the crucial role of the Bar in providing public education and ensuring accountability.
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General
Bin the cacophony — Trust the process-Thaddeus Sory writes
There is far too much unnecessary noise around a constitutional provision that has been well ventilated by the Supreme Court across several decisions, and has been applied under the current President’s tenure — more than once.
Thaddeus Sory
Supreme Court News
Following CJ Torkornoo's suspension, what the lawyers are saying
Per a statement dated April 22, signed by the president’s spokesperson, the 5-member committee appointed to probe the petitions is drawn from diverse sectors of national life.
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Crime
Lands Minister order immediate revocation Akonta Mining license
During a press briefing on Monday, April 21, the minister revealed that Akonta Mining had been engaged in unauthorized mining operations, including activities commonly associated with galamsey, and had breached numerous mining laws.
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Crime
Four arrested at Kwahu Easter for theft, assault, and drug offenses
The annual festival drew massive crowds from various parts of Ghana and beyond, creating a lively atmosphere across the Kwahu area.
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Courts
Two Nigerians arrested for allegedly trafficking three for prostitution in Ghana
Chidemma Nweke, a 24-year-old sex worker, and Mercy Francis, a 27-year-old trader, were accused of trafficking the victims from Nigeria to Ghana.
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Business
UK regulator bans butt lift ads from six companies
These advertisements, which ran on Facebook and Instagram, were found to use aggressive, time-limited offers that pressured potential customers into making hasty decisions.
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General
Two former students of KNUST declared 'persona non grata' by school
In a statement issued by the Office of the Registrar, the university revealed that Fosu-Boateng was expelled on March 21, 2022, while Owusu’s dismissal became effective at the close of the 2023/2024 academic year.
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Business
GACL denies drug trafficking allegations, threatens legal action over "Malicious Claims"
In a press release issued on April 8, 2025, GACL described the accusations as entirely false and lacking any factual foundation.
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General
GAF launches probe into alleged assault by soldiers in Kumasi
In a statement from the Military High Command, it was revealed that the group—comprising three officers and four enlisted soldiers—allegedly apprehended and physically assaulted three civilians they accused of stealing a mobile phone.
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Business
Accounts of Businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye frozen by FIC
Additionally, personal accounts belonging to Mr. Quaye and the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Romeo-Richlove Kweku Seshie, have also been frozen.
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General
IEA urges temporary ban on mining to protect Ghana’s resource wealth
Speaking at a press conference focused on improving returns from Ghana’s natural wealth, Justice Sophia Akuffo, a Distinguished Fellow of the IEA and former Chief Justice, raised alarm over the nation’s limited gains from its mineral resour...
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Courts
Ofori-Atta's lawsuit renews calls to review outdated search laws-Kpebu
Ofori-Atta filed a suit at the High Court, accusing DSP Bismark Boakye Ansah and Chief Inspector Mensah of violating his right to privacy by forcibly entering his residence in Cantonments on February 11, 2025.
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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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Tech
North Korean hackers cash out millions from $1.5 billion crypto heist
The infamous Lazarus Group, known for its sophisticated cyberattacks, orchestrated the heist by breaching crypto exchange ByBit just two weeks ago.
Others
Strengthen Parliamentary Authority, avoid Supreme Court overreliance – Prof. Abotsi advises MPs
He cautioned that rushing to the Judiciary weakens Parliament’s authority, making it less effective in holding both the Executive and its members accountable.
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Crime
Washing bay attendant jailed five years for stabbing colleague over missing car key
Samuel Arthur pleaded guilty to causing harm and was convicted by an Accra Circuit Court, presided over by Mrs. Sedinam Awo Kwadam.
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