Courts
Court acquits Mona Gucci over fraud charge
Monalisa, who works as a Travel and Event Consultant, was accused of receiving the sum in February 2019 to assist clients of the complainant, Comfort Obiri, in obtaining United States visas.
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2024 Joint Transition Team inaugurated
This event marked the formal initiation of the process to facilitate a seamless handover of power. Outgoing President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of complying with the Presidential Transition Act to maintain Ghana’s reputation as a...
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Frema Osei-Opare chairs government transition team
The statement noted that the Transition Team will be officially inaugurated on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. This event will be preceded by a meeting between President Akufo-Addo and the president-elect, who will jointly chair the team.
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Courts
63-year old man imprisoned 23 years for manslaughter in Wa
Abdul-Rahaman was found guilty on two counts of manslaughter and three counts of causing unlawful harm.
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Cost of Legal Education in Ghana; Costly or fair price to be learned?
Critically examining the fees charged by law faculties, especially private ones and a portion of public ones, reveals a burden on the pockets of students, parents, and guardians.
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ECOWAS court faults Ghana for violating fundamental rights of New Force’s spokesperson
The court ruled that Ghana had violated Ms. Abbiusi's rights through wrongful arrest, repeated rearrests, and unlawful deportation in December 2023.
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Courts
Pensioner in court for impersonating late brother to sell land
According to police prosecutor, Chief Inspector Princess Tetteh Boafo, Roland Ababio allegedly posed as his deceased brother to facilitate the sale, with Kwame Gyane Ababio acting as an intermediary.
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Business
Arbitrary claims:Ghana nearly lost $9 billion in the last four years-AG
This sum, he noted, could have devastated the nation's economy, but the cases were ultimately resolved in Ghana's favor.
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Parliament to pass Int'l Transactions and Natural Resources Agreements Bill
To tackle these challenges, lawmakers are working on the International Transactions and Natural Resources Agreements Bill, 2024.
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General
Paralegals need necessary training to enhance legal system-Dame
He noted that paralegals play crucial roles in traditional court settings and corporate environments, international organizations, and regulatory bodies, making capacity building essential.
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Courts
Galamsey fight: Akufo-Addo calls for swift adjudication of cases
He reiterated that all forms of mining in water bodies, as well as reconnaissance, prospecting, exploration, and small-scale mining in forest reserves, remained banned, mandating that law enforcement agencies work assiduously to rid the des...
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Africa
Nigerian Pastor sued for calling gospel artiste prostitute
Peter is said to have been arraigned for allegedly defaming popular gospel artist Bunmi Akinnaanu, also known by her stage name Omije Ojumi, via social media.
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OSP investigating cases of corruption linked to galamsey activities
Speaking at a recent conference in Accra on Ghana’s Beneficial Ownership regime, Samuel Appiah Darko, the Director of Research and Communication at the OSP, detailed the scope of the investigation.
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Courts
Father, son sentenced for conspiracy, trespass and stealing teak trees
The convicts, who appeared before the court, pleaded not guilty to the charges.
GNA
General
Give PIAC prosecutorial powers- CSO rep
The committee currently relies on Parliament for enforcement, a system that has not effectively deterred the misuse of oil revenues.
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Crime
Two granted GH¢200,000 bail each in John Kumah’s widow burglary case
Adams Sanogo, a trader, was granted GH¢200,000 bail with various conditions. Rabiu Falilu, a Senior High School (SHS) leaver, who allegedly dishonestly received some of the stolen items, was also granted GH¢200,000 bail.
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Supreme Court News
Speaker refers fresh Supreme Court nominees to Appointment Committee
During sittings on Monday, July 22, Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin announced their nomination following a formal communication from the President.
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Crime
Gambia Deaths in 2005: ECOWAS Court holds Ghana liable for breach of citizen’s right to information
In the judgment delivered by Justice Edward Amoako Asante, Judge Rapporteur, the Court ordered the Republic of Ghana to release to Isaac Mensah, documents relating to the investigations on the enforced disappearance of his father and subseq...
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CJ lauds increasing number of females in Judiciary
She stressed the importance of establishing robust resilience measures to support women's participation in the legal profession and judiciary, ensuring they can perform at their best.
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Business
IEA wants Bank of Ghana Act amended
He suggested that Parliament determine their allowances to shield the bank from Executive influence.
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