Courts
Trial of Ameyaw Akumfi, Asamoah set for July 23 in Sky Train scandal
The duo faces charges of causing financial loss to the state and willful misuse of public funds linked to the failed $2 million Accra Sky Train project.
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Results for "Call to the Bar"
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NPP candidate drags EC to court over planned re-run in Ablekuma North
In a judicial review application filed at the High Court, Afriyie is asking the court to set aside the EC’s decision to hold fresh polls in 19 out of the 281 polling stations in the constituency.
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Courts
Nana Agradaa jailed 15 years for fraud and charlatanic adverts
The conviction relates to a 2022 broadcast on her Today-TV channel, where she claimed to possess spiritual powers that could "double" money.
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General
Singapore empowers police to freeze bank accounts in suspected scam cases
Taking effect on Tuesday, the Protection from Scams Act gives authorities sweeping powers to intervene in financial activities without the account holder’s consent, even if the individual insists they are not being deceived.
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Business
Promoting fiscal transparency: Ali Nakyea questions tax free lavish pastoral gifts
Speaking at a Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) event themed “Hidden Riches, Hollow Laws” on Thursday, June 26, Prof. Ali-Nakyea challenged the silence surrounding non-taxed “appreciation” gifts given to spiritual leaders, calling for...
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Business
BoG within its rights to end probation jobs — Austin Gamey
In an interview with Joy Business, Mr. Gamey explained that under current employment regulations, organisations have the legal authority to terminate the appointments of probationary staff who do not meet performance expectations.
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Ashanti Health Admnistrators undergo training on medical negligence
Held at the Presbyterian Hospital in Agogo, the event brought together Health Service Administrators from a diverse range of institutions—including facilities under the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG...
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Crime
Labour Minister calls for united action to end child labour in Ghana
Delivering his address at a national event marking World Day Against Child Labour, held at the Kofi Annan ICT Centre in Ridge, Dr. Pelpuo painted a sobering picture of the issue’s scale.
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Courts
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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Courts
Bench warrant issued for police officer accused in ₵1.6m recruitment scam
The warrant, dated May 13, 2025, and signed by Presiding Judge Prince Osei Owusu, commands that Constable Appiah, who is attached to the National Formed Police Unit in Tesano, Accra, be apprehended immediately and brought before the court.
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General
FDA seizes illegal tobacco products in Accra
The operation, conducted with the support of police personnel, targeted six facilities, four of which were actively inspected while the remaining two were found closed at the time.
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Crime
UTAG-UEW mourns slain professor, urges thorough Justice investigation
In a statement released on Sunday, May 25, UTAG-UEW described the incident as “heart-wrenching” and said it has sent waves of grief and disbelief through the university and the wider academic community.
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Crime
Chief of Staff calls for proactive policing at launch of former IGP’s memoir
The 681-page book, spanning 36 chapters, chronicles the author's humble beginnings, his leadership in transforming Ghana's police system, and his contribution to peacekeeping efforts.
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Courts
Prosecution first witness to testify as Abesim murder trial begins June 3
Appiah, a draughtsman by profession, has pleaded not guilty to two counts of murder in a case that has gripped national attention since the gruesome discovery of body parts stored in a refrigerator at his residence in 2021.
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Business
Register all excavators in 2 weeks or face seizure-DVLA
The directive applies to all categories of excavators, including those owned by individuals, dealers, and mining concession holders.
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General
WAEC flags exam cheating as national crisis, warns of security threats
At a stakeholder forum held in Cape Coast, WAEC’s Head of Humanities, Mr. Daniel Nii Dodoo, disclosed that mass cheating—some of it coordinated by entire schools—has escalated despite enforcement efforts.
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Business
See EPA permit requirements for gold buyers in Ghana
According to the EPA, individuals, aggregators, and self-financing aggregators involved in the gold buying trade must obtain environmental permits by the Environmental Assessment Regulations (LI 1652).
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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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Crime
Five arrested over illegal water connections in Kumasi
The arrests follow the suspects’ failure to settle surcharges totalling GH₵31,803.97, issued as penalties for their alleged illegal tapping into GWCL pipelines.
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Bin the cacophony — Trust the process-Thaddeus Sory writes
There is far too much unnecessary noise around a constitutional provision that has been well ventilated by the Supreme Court across several decisions, and has been applied under the current President’s tenure — more than once.
Thaddeus Sory