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Godfred Dame defends role in CJ suspension case, rejects conflict of interest claims
Amid rising concerns about potential conflicts of interest, Mr. Dame insists that his involvement is constitutionally driven, not personal.
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Courts
Apprentice jailed three years for GH¢30,000 cameras theft
Okyere was found guilty of stealing two Canon R10 cameras valued at GH¢30,000, as well as a silver bracelet and wristwatch worth GH¢500. He denied the charges, but the court convicted him after a full trial.
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Courts
Why ECOWAS court has ordered Ghana to pay $75,000
The case dates back to May 8, 2019, when the 30 individuals were arrested under Ghana’s Prohibited Organisations Decree of 1976, a law targeting groups considered a threat to national security.
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Courts
Kumasi armed robber gets life sentence, 120 years imprisonment for murder and robbery
The verdict was delivered after a full trial presided over by His Honour Abdul Razak, with a seven-member jury unanimously finding Afriyie guilty despite his plea of innocence.
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Crime
Four arrested over fatal shooting of mobile money vendor in Aflao
The suspects, identified as Michael Sewornu (34), Korku Agboada (43), Atsu Agbagla (36), and Utsuku Onyeso (22), a Nigerian national, were picked up during a coordinated intelligence operation on May 10, 2025.
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Courts
Driver granted GH¢70,000 bail for allegedly causing pedestrian’s death at Odorkor
Takyi, charged with careless and inconsiderate driving and negligently causing harm, made his first court appearance this week.
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Business
Bank of Ghana warns public against “Foreign Investor” scammers
In a public notice, the central bank revealed that these scammers are operating across multiple platforms and luring people with false promises of lucrative payouts in exchange for upfront deposits.
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Courts
Twelve remanded for illegal mining, polluting River Tano
The accused persons—who include a motor mechanic, trader, driver, farmer, student, mason, and several market women—have had their pleas formally entered.
Crime
Three nabbed in Savelugu over alleged firearms smuggling
According to a statement from the Police Public Affairs Directorate, the suspects—identified as Gaba Abdallah Alhassan, Alhassan Abdallah, and Alhassan Abdul Kudus—were picked up from separate locations following coordinated surveillance.
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General
Ghana Bar Association urges adherence to rule of law amidst CJ suspension, removal process
In a statement released the following day, April 24, the Association acknowledged that the 1992 Constitution of Ghana outlines the procedure for the removal of a Chief Justice, specifically under Article 146 (6) through (10).
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US
Harvard University sues Trump Administration over $2.2 billion funding freeze
The lawsuit, filed on Monday, stems from growing tensions between the prestigious university and the administration.
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Crime
Two friends get three years each over theft of window frames
The accused pleaded guilty to the charges and were convicted accordingly.
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Europe
Russian hairdresser jailed 5 years, 2 months for spreading fake news about army
Anna Alexandrova, a 47-year-old mother of two, denied publishing eight anti-war messages on social media and argued that the charges stemmed from a personal dispute over land with a neighbor.
Courts
Cameroonian arrested for alleged internet scam, human trafficking
Merie was arrested on April 7 at his Kenyasi Abrem residence in the Kwabre East Municipality of the Ashanti Region.
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Business
Communications Minister to introduce Anti-Misinformation bill in parliament
Speaking at a press briefing on Wednesday, April 9, the minister stated that the bill, once submitted and deliberated upon by Parliament, is expected to be enacted into law.
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Business
Finance Ministry to approve all MMDA contracts
This new directive, announced by Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, is aimed at curbing unauthorized spending and reinforcing fiscal discipline across all ministries, departments, and Agencies (MDAs).
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Crime
Two arrested over viral funeral gunfire video in Western North Region
The suspects, identified as 41-year-old Frank Afoko and 31-year-old Kojo Agyapong, were also taken into custody for unlawfully possessing firearms.
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court grants NDC extension to respond to EC in disputed election case
Earlier, the High Court in Accra ordered the EC to compile and officially declare the results for these areas. So far, the Commission has released the outcomes for all but Ablekuma North.
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General
Speaker grants conditional approval for NIB to meet two MPs over ongoing probe
According to a statement issued by the Clerk to Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has sanctioned the meeting between NIB officials and Mustapha Yussif, MP for Yagaba Kubori, along with Kwame Asar...
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Crime
Eleven arrested for illegal mining at Fichser, near Bunsu
According to a press statement issued by Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Foster Owusu, the arrest was made on April 2, 2025, following a formal report received by the police.
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