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Pirates on rampage in Gulf of Guinea: Abducts Ghanaian fishing vessel crew
In May last year, the UK and French navies warned of the rising threat of piracy in the area near Ghana and Benin in the Gulf of Guinea.
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President nominates Kissi Adjebeng as Special Prosecutor
If approved, Mr. Adjebeng will take over from Martin Amidu who stepped down months before the general elections in 2020
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Thaddeus Sory responds to Nana Ato Dadzie on concerns raised on judicial service letter to media houses
I have read a write up credited to my learned senior Nana At Dadzie on social media. This write up discusses the statement issued by Sory @ Law on behalf of the Judicial Service. I appreciate it. I also enjoyed reading it.
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Ghana to commence issuing licence for medicinal and industrial cannabis cultivation
In a statement dated 11 February 2026, signed by Francis Opoku Amoah, Acting Director of Public Affairs and International Relations, NACOC said the licensing system will cover the controlled cultivation, processing and use of cannabis with...
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Citizen sues to remove two MPs from Ghana Revenue Authority board
In a writ filed at the High Court on 17 December 2025, Tassah Tapha Tassah is asking for an order compelling President John Dramani Mahama to revoke the appointments of Madina MP Francis-Xavier Sosu and Pusiga MP Laadi Ayamba
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Ronor Motors to take CHRAJ to court over corruption report
The company announced its decision on Thursday, 6 November 2025, following CHRAJ’s claim that it, alongside two other firms, was overpaid US$826,551 in a vehicle supply deal.
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Profile of CJ nominee Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie
Before joining the Bench, his career included roles in private legal practice, teaching at a grammar school in Nigeria, serving as Principal Inspector of Taxes at the Internal Revenue Service, and as Deputy Superintendent of Prisons.
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Affirmative Action law must be enforced to deliver true gender equality – Minkah-Premo
According to her, the Act sets clear benchmarks, including a requirement that women occupy at least 30 percent of governance and decision-making roles by 2026, a target she cautioned must not be treated lightly.
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GRA to track crypto earnings with new tech, says Commissioner-General
According to him, the GRA’s soon-to-be-deployed platform will allow the Authority to identify cryptocurrency accounts and trace transactions, ensuring that traders pay the appropriate taxes.
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A-G Orders EOCO probe into alleged Galamsey ties of NDC executives
In a directive dated July 15, 2025, Dr. Ayine instructed EOCO to invite Joseph Yamin, the party’s National Organiser, and Yakubu Abanga, National Vice Chairman, for questioning over their alleged involvement in unauthorised mining activitie...
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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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Gov’t probes MTN Ghana cybersecurity breach affecting 5,700 customers
The incident, which came to light on April 28, has triggered an urgent response from the Ministry in collaboration with the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), the National Communications Authority (NCA), and the Data Protection Commission (DPC...
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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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I'll pursue Anti-LGBTQI Bill-Sam George assures
During his vetting by the Appointments Committee on Thursday, January 30, Mr. George reaffirmed his firm opposition to LGBTQ+ activities, emphasizing that the legislation is essential for preserving Ghanaian cultural values and societal nor...
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‘Expired’ rice saga: FDA clarifies GH¢100k fine on Lamens Investments
In a statement, the FDA explained that Lamens Investments rebagged the rice without obtaining prior approval, a necessary measure to uphold product integrity and safety standards.
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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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A book for keeps: ‘Contemporary and Evolving issues in Civil Procedure and Litigation’ by Osei Tutu J
The book is expected to be launched on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the Law Courts Auditorium on the John Evans Atta Mills Streets, in Accra at exactly 02: 30 pm.
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Parliament passes anti-LGBTQ+ bill
The bill passed on Wednesday, seeks to criminalise LGBTQ practices and advocacy.
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Adjiriganor residents petition CDS over use of soldiers as private guards
The petition, written on their behalf by counsel Dalrymple Hayfron and copied to the police, indicates that Lotus Garden and Events Centre has been engaging the services of soldiers to intimidate residents.
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Paper Presented by Justice (RTD) Jones Dotse at the 2023/2024 Conference of the Ghana Bar Association
Paper Presented By Justice (Rtd) Victor Jones Mawulom Dotse At The 2023/2024 Annual Conference Of The Ghana Bar Association On Tuesday, 12 September, 2023 At 9.00 Am Venue: Examination Hall, University Of Cape-Coast Topic: “Ensuring High St...
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