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Illegal miner jailed 20 years for stabbing okada rider to death, stealing motorbike
The convict, Jacob Dari—popularly known as “Jaybad”—pleaded guilty to robbery before the court presided over by Judge Hathia Ama.
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Appointees who breach Code of Conduct risk prosecution– Attorney-General warns
Speaking in an interview on Monday, May 5, 2025, after President John Dramani Mahama unveiled the Code in Accra, Dr. Ayine emphasized that the directive is not symbolic but enforceable.
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Ex-NSB Boss remanded for a week as AG finalizes witness statements
This decision allows the Attorney General’s Office to finalize the preparation of key witness statements in an ongoing high-profile corruption case.
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Nigerian duo convicted in Ghana for luring women into prostitution
Their sentencing has been postponed to April 30, 2025, as the court awaits the result of a pregnancy test for Jessica.
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Court remands estate developer in cocaine and heroin bust in Oyarifa
Uchechukwu has been charged with unlawful possession of narcotics and using his property to facilitate drug-related activities. He pleaded not guilty through his lawyer, Paul Asibi Abariga.
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Soldier granted GHC 600k bail over alleged recruitment scam
Appearing in full military attire, the accused denied the charges when he took the stand before Presiding Judge Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Baasit.
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Chinese national, six casino staff in court over GH¢440k gaming fraud at Osu
The accused — Mu Shuai, along with Rudolph Ayin, Loveland Odamtten Okpoti, Joseph Addo Narh, Ibrahim Tijani, Kelvin Baidoo, and Elijah Larbi — all pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiracy and fraud.
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Gyakye Quayson acquitted, discharged of forgery and perjury charges
Despite being offered a discontinuation of the case by the newly appointed Attorney General in 2022, Quayson chose to proceed with the trial.
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Crime
Alleged BoG site cable thief granted GHC1 million bail
The accused, who faces charges of unlawful entry and theft of copper cables worth GH¢1,035,500, was granted bail in the sum of GH¢1 million with two sureties.
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Painter accused of GHC1M cable theft at BoG site denied bail
Lawal, who faces charges of unlawful entry and theft, pleaded not guilty.
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Crime
EOCO and UK Crime Agency join forces to combat Romance fraud
The initiative is designed to raise awareness and encourage citizens to report fraudulent activities, particularly scams that involve individuals deceiving victims through online relationships for financial gain.
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Ashaiman scrap dealer jailed 12 months for theft of Ghana Water Limited valves
According to the prosecution, led by Chief Inspector Henry Tetteh Nartey, Tahiru, a Nigerien national residing in Fitter Line, Ashaiman, was caught during a police night patrol on February 26, 2025.
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Unemployed man jailed two years for stealing electrical cables
The convict, Ebenezer Tetteh, admitted to the crime, although the ownership and value of the stolen cables were unknown to the court.
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Court awaits drug analysis report in case of three arrested at Kotoka Int'l Airport
Assistant State Attorney, Mr. Frederick Adu Gyamfi, requested that the accused remain in the custody of the Narcotics Control Commission while investigations continue.
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AG files nolle prosequi in Saglemi Housing case, Collins Dauda,others discharged
During a court session, Principal State Attorney Hilda Craig informed the presiding judge that the prosecution had filed a nolle prosequi on February 7, signaling the government's decision to halt proceedings against the accused.
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Others
A$AP Rocky acquitted on all charges at gun assault trial
The trial, which concluded in February 2025, was marked by allegations of courtroom misconduct, high-profile appearances from the defendant’s partner Rihanna, and dramatic exchanges between attorneys.
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Salesman granted GH¢300,000 bail over alleged theft of cash, auto parts
Hlo, who has been charged with two counts of theft, pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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AG takes full responsibility, denies presidential influence in recent case withdrawals
Addressing a press conference on Wednesday, February 12, Dr. Ayine clarified that the decision to drop the seven cases followed a meticulous legal assessment by his office.
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Two jurors withdraw from Abesim murder trial
During the court session on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, the presiding judge, Justice Ruby Aryeetey, informed both the prosecution and defense that the foreman of the seven-member jury had formally submitted a letter to the court, requesting...
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Crime
Painter jailed three years for laptop theft
Kelvin Boateng received a three-year sentence for both unlawful entry and theft, with the sentences set to run concurrently.
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