Courts
Kumasi High court clears Ex Juaben MCE nominee of all corruption charges
Sarfo-Kantanka had been facing 26 counts of corruption-related charges stemming from his failed confirmation as MCE in 2021.
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Ghana Immigration Service repatriates 925 people in crackdown on street begging, irregular migration
According to a statement issued on Tuesday, the individuals repatriated last Saturday included 819 Nigeriens and 106 Nigerians, following profiling and security screening procedures.
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UG rebuts claims of payroll mismanagement, cites misinterpretation of dual salary system
The institution’s response comes in the wake of a May 16, 2025 report by Joy News, which referenced the Auditor-General’s findings and pointed to alleged payroll irregularities at the University.
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Business
Six convicted in ghost payroll scandal as OSP recovers over GH¢106K in Tamale
The convicts—comprising school administrators, payroll officers, and accountants—were found guilty of manipulating the payroll system to unlawfully reactivate and validate the salary of a teacher who had vacated their post.
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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.
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Technician accused in GES recruitment scam granted GHS 6.5 million bail
Sessah, who pleaded not guilty, is facing three serious charges: abuse of office for personal gain, bribery, and money laundering.
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IMANI's petition to CHRAJ to investigate EC-Full text
My colleagues and I at IMANI have been gravely concerned by the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana’s handling of the nation’s scarce resources in the discharge of its duties, which conduct we believe amounts to “misappropriation”, “wastage”...
Franklin Cudjoe
Courts
2025 criminal assizes opened in Central Region
Speaking during the official launch of the 2025 Criminal Assizes at the Cape Coast Court Complex, Justice Amono-Niezer emphasized that criminal trials directly impact not just the freedom and welfare of individuals but also the overall peac...
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Crime
Eastern region security taskforce arrests 8 in fresh crackdown on illegal mining
The operation, conducted on Friday, involved a joint team of police officers from the Eastern Regional Command and military personnel from the Southern Command.
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US
Meet SMU Law School, winners of 2025 Jessup Int'l Law Moot Court Competition
Renowned as the world’s most prestigious moot court competition, the Jessup moot challenges law students globally to grapple with complex issues in international law. This year saw record-breaking participation, with 805 teams from 104 juri...
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US
Trump Admin violated press freedom in AP journalists White House ban-Court rules
Judge Trevor McFadden declared on Tuesday that restricting AP reporters’ access to White House events due to editorial choices violates the First Amendment, which protects freedom of the press and expression.
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Business
BoG cash boxes found at Sarpeiman by National Security
At the heart of the investigation are official Bank of Ghana (BoG) cash boxes found at the crime scene, suggesting a disturbing lapse in oversight or possible insider collusion.
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Lands Minister advocates for Special Court to tackle forest destruction
According to him, this is timely, indicating that the Attorney General has been very receptive to the idea and therefore hoped that it would become a reality.
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Comply with Asset Declaration law-Mahama urges appointees
The Public Office Holders (Declaration of Assets and Disqualification) Act, of 1998 (Act 550) mandates public officials to declare their assets and liabilities upon assuming office.
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Courts
Cecilia Dapaah testifies in court; recounts how her $53,000 worth jewellery was stolen
On Tuesday, March 11, Mrs. Dapaah testified for the first time in the ongoing trial, revealing that her stolen jewelry alone was worth $53,000.
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On OSP v Ofori-Atta:No room for double jeopardy under Ghanaian law – Justice Srem-Sai
Addressing concerns about repeated prosecutions, he emphasized that once a person is acquitted by a competent court, they cannot face another trial for the same matter.
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ICC Ghana to Host 2nd Arbitration and ADR Day on March 5, 2025
ICC Ghana, in collaboration with ICC Dispute Resolution Services, will host the 2nd ICC Ghana Arbitration and ADR Day on March 5, 2025, at the Alisa Hotel in Accra and online. The event will focus on ensuring justice and efficiency in arbit...
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Others
OSP removes Ofori-Atta from wanted list
This reversal comes after the OSP initially declared him wanted in connection with an ongoing investigation into allegations of financial mismanagement.
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Courts
Six individuals charged for payroll fraud, corruption by OSP
The accused—Yakubu Tahidu, Abdulai Abukari Sadic, Sammy Suuk, Mohammed Yusif Jay, Stafford Korletey Azudey-Barres, and Osman Issahaku are facing 17 charges.
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Africa
Liberia:450 officials suspended for failing to declare assets
According to a statement from the presidency, those affected will be suspended without pay for a month or until they comply with the asset declaration mandate set by the country’s anti-corruption agency.
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