Crime
Alleged marijuana filled vehicle involved in accident at Akatsi
The vehicle, which security officers had reportedly chased, flipped, and landed in a nearby bush following the crash.
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Kasoa court remands six over deadly clash at Gomoa Dominase
The suspects were arrested during a recent law enforcement operation aimed at flushing out drug dealers and suspected criminals from the area.
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General
Law faculties to train own lawyers, twice a year bar exam under new Legal Education Bill-Dafeamkpor
Majority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for South Dayi, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday, described the current legal training structure as monopolistic and plagued by corruption. A lawyer himself...
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Supreme Court News
Dismiss suspended CJ's injunction request-AG tells Supreme Court
In a detailed affidavit comprising 20 points, Dr. Ayine contended that an injunction is not the appropriate legal course of action for grievances related to non-receipt of procedural documents.
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General
One month ban on drumming and noise making begins in Accra
According to a statement signed by Gilbert Nii Ankrah, Head of Public Affairs at AMA, the restrictions apply to individuals, communities, and organizations within the Assembly's jurisdiction. The move is aimed at preserving peace and spirit...
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Business
Foreign Affairs Ministry revokes 701 diplomatic and service passports
In a statement released on Tuesday, the Ministry disclosed that the decision follows multiple public reminders issued on January 15 and March 10, 2025, urging former officials and associated persons to surrender their official passports.
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Courts
Interior Ministry renews curfew hours in Walewale and its environs
In a statement, the government urged Chiefs, Elders, Opinion Leaders, and the youth to remain calm and continue seeking peaceful solutions to any local tensions. Authorities emphasized the need for collective efforts toward maintaining stab...
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court adjourns case against CJ removal procedure to May 6
During today's proceedings, only four of the five Justices expected to hear the case were present. The court, under the leadership of Justice Henrietta Mensa-Bonsu, announced that the case would be rescheduled for May 6, 2025, due to unavoi...
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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.
General
Interior Ministry imposes 12-hour curfew in Binduri after deadly attack
Effective immediately, the revised curfew will now span from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court sets April 16 to hear Injunction against CJ removal procedure
The Supreme Court had initially adjourned the case indefinitely on April 5, citing a national training exercise involving state attorneys.
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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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General
Manhyia South MP urges Chief Justice to stand firm amid removal petition
Speaking on Newsfile on Saturday, March 29, the MP encouraged the Chief Justice to resist any pressure to step down and instead defend her position, highlighting the significance of her constitutional oath.
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General
CJ removal: Prima facie determination does not always require response-Kpebu
He stressed that this preliminary assessment, known as a prima facie determination, does not always require feedback or a response from the Chief Justice or any judge of the superior courts.
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Courts
40 dismissed public sector workers sue government
These individuals, who were employed in 2024, contend that their dismissals violated their constitutional rights and did not follow due process.
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General
Nkwanta curfew renewed
The updated curfew schedule takes effect from Tuesday, March 25, 2025, and will be enforced daily between 8:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m.
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Crime
Three arrested over Ashanti Region MoMo vendor killings
The arrests were confirmed by the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, who revealed that one suspect was picked up in Bawku, while the remaining two were arrested in Accra.
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General
Interior Ministry renews Walewale curfew hours
A statement signed by Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak emphasized the need for residents to comply with the directive and encouraged community leaders, youth, and residents to seek peaceful resolutions to ongoing challenges.
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General
COP Christian Tetteh Yohunu appointed IGP, replaces Dampare
The announcement was made in an official statement from the presidency on Thursday, March 13. Signed by Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu.
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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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