Business
DVLA to open overseas offices to combat fake licences
This announcement was made on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, during the commissioning of a newly constructed, state-of-the-art DVLA facility in Adentan Municipality.
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Judge reverses Trump era shutdown of Voice of America
The ruling comes in response to actions that saw more than 1,300 employees—most of them journalists—placed on administrative leave following directives from then-President Donald Trump, who had accused VOA of harboring anti-Trump sentiments...
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court adjourns sine die suit challenging CJ removal processes
The suit, filed by Vincent Ekow Assafuah, the NPP Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, calls for the suspension of the impeachment process until the court rules on his writ questioning the constitutionality of the ongoing proceedings.
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Courts
Enchi court reverses earlier order releasing excavators seized in galamsey activity
Delivering the ruling on April 2, 2025, Judge Lawrence Buenor Buer admitted that the court lacked the authority to issue the release order made on March 28. He emphasized that the court overstepped its jurisdiction in matters relating to il...
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Business
GRA orders immediate compliance as government scraps 1% E-Levy
Effective from 12:00 AM on April 2, 2025, all banks, fintech companies, and mobile money operators are required to stop charging the E-Levy. Institutions are also expected to promptly refund any deductions made on or after this date.
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Business
GH₵20M worth of opioids intercepted at Tema Port
The successful operation was carried out by the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) in collaboration with other key stakeholders.
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Courts
Ken Ofori-Atta sues Special Prosecutor over "Wanted" declaration
n his lawsuit, Ofori-Atta contends that the OSP exceeded its legal mandate by making such pronouncements through a media briefing.
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Africa
UN judges found guilty, convicted of forcing woman to work as slave
Prosecutors revealed that Lydia Mugambe, 49, abused her position of authority to control the victim’s life, preventing her from finding independent employment while compelling her to work as a maid and care for her children without pay.
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Crime
Nigerian arrested for smuggling Hepatitis B medications at Aflao Border
The suspect, identified as Obinna Robinson, was arrested on Tuesday, March 11, at approximately 9:00 AM upon arrival. Authorities conducting routine inspections discovered 1,200 ampoules of Euvax B, Eupenta injection, and Hepatitis B vaccin...
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Africa
Kenya School of Law loses 18-year monopoly for training of advocates as court orders opening up
This landmark decision paves the way for universities and other institutions to offer the ATP, a mandatory qualification for individuals seeking admission to the Bar.
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Europe
Lawyer fined £31,000 for offensive nicknames and language
Benedict Foster, the former head of legal for BNP Paribas London’s debt and equity team, was investigated by the Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) over his use of "inappropriate, unprofessional, and/or offensive" nicknames.
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Business
1115 gallons of cocoa beans intercepted by Immigration officers at Ave-Havi border post
Officers from the Ghana Immigration Service, operating out of the Akanu Sector Command and supported by the Ghana Revenue Authority-Customs Division, acted on credible intelligence to halt the vehicle.
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Courts
Court sets March 19 for contempt case against CSIR Governing Council members
The court has directed all parties to submit their written arguments within two weeks and has scheduled a March 19, 2025 ruling.
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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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Business
FDA cautions public about fraudulent scheme of persons claiming to be its personnel
According to initial reports, the scammers contact these businesses, requesting access to their WhatsApp accounts.
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General
Tema Harbour: Customs Officials intercept 53 pistols, other weapons
The discovery was made during a routine inspection of a 40-foot container labeled MEDU4496951, which was declared to contain vehicles and personal effects.
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Business
Energy Commission to enforce new electrical wiring regulations
The legislation, set to be fully enforced by June 2025, mandates that only products meeting the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) requirements will be allowed in the market.
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Business
Digital tax stamps will enhance tax compliance among industries – AGI
He stated that the industry’s technique of purchasing stamps and fastening them to the goods was time-consuming and expensive to maintain.
GNA
General
19 pubs, others fined GH¢475,000 for flouting public smoking law
The facilities including pubs, night clubs, and recreational centres located in Greater Accra and Central Regions were sanctioned to pay GH¢25,000 each.
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Crime
Farmer jailed 10 years for possessing ammunition without authority
Blagodzi, who appeared before the court, presided over by Mr Michael Johnson Abbey, pleaded guilty to the charge and was convicted on his own plea.
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