Crime
Two arrested in cocoa smuggling bust in Elmina
The arrests were made on Sunday, June 8, 2025, during a targeted intelligence-led operation in Elmina, following a tip-off received two weeks earlier.
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19-year-old Adams Hamidu sentenced 20 years for robbery in Upper West
The sentence was handed down by the Wa Circuit Court on June 5, 2025.
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Business
FDA destroys GH₵42 million worth of counterfeit drugs smuggled into Ghana
The destroyed items, which included aphrodisiacs, emergency contraceptives, body enhancement products, antibiotics, and various processed foods, were seized during routine surveillance operations and border interceptions.
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General
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
Police rescue seven trafficked foreign nationals in Assin Fosu
The victims—comprising two women and five men from Mali, Burkina Faso, La Côte d’Ivoire, and Togo—were discovered confined in a residential property at Pump-Side, a suburb of Assin Fosu in the Central Region.
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Courts
Wontumi withdraws application against EOCO bail condition
The application, which was filed at the Accra High Court on May 30, 2025, had been scheduled for hearing on Tuesday, June 3. However, a day prior to the hearing, Wontumi’s legal representatives opted to pull out of the case.
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Crime
Man arrested in Western Region for unlawful possession of firearm
According to a statement released by the Western Central Regional Police Command, the suspect, identified as Yahaya Seidu, was apprehended on May 29, 2025, at Aponteng Krom.
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General
FDA leads anti-tobacco drive in Ho to mark world no tobacco day
The campaign kicked off with a community health outreach at the Ho market, offering outpatient services to traders and shoppers.
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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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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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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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Crime
Suspect in Abuakwa murder case arrested
The suspect, identified as Robert Kwabena Boamah, was captured at Namong near Offinso on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, following a police tip-off.
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Crime
Six arrested, excavators seized in Bepoakyi galamsey crackdown
The arrest was made on April 23, 2025, and was part of the ongoing anti-galamsey operations.
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Crime
Two arrested over herdsman’s death in Krachi East
The arrests were confirmed in a statement issued by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) John Nchor from the Oti Regional Public Affairs Unit.
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Crime
IGP shakes up police leadership in Galamsey hotspots to bolster crackdown
This shake-up, aimed at reinvigorating law enforcement efforts in illegal mining zones, targets strategic police divisions in the Western, Ashanti, and Eastern Regions. Among the key areas affected are Takoradi, Asankragwa, Tarkwa, Nkawie,...
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Crime
Police intercept massive ammunition haul hidden on passenger bus bound for Benin
The discovery was made around 3:30 a.m. on Friday, April 18, 2025, during a routine check on a Hyundai passenger vehicle with registration number GR 8246-Q.
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Crime
Four arrested at Kwahu Easter for theft, assault, and drug offenses
The annual festival drew massive crowds from various parts of Ghana and beyond, creating a lively atmosphere across the Kwahu area.
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General
Over 76% of Ghana’s Lawyers Are Based in Greater Accra, New Data Reveals
New data from the Ghana Bar Association shows that nearly 80% of Ghana’s licensed lawyers are based in Greater Accra, with major regions in the north and east holding less than 1% each.
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Crime
Ghana adopts new policy: Foreign criminals to be deported, not prosecuted-Interior Minister
During an official visit to the Ashanti Regional Police Command in Kumasi on Friday, April 4, 2025, the minister highlighted the government's concern over the environmental and cyber threats posed by foreign offenders. He cited illegal mini...
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Business
Ghana Navy probes pirate attack on fishing vessel, Three crew feared abducted
According to a statement issued by the Ghana Armed Forces on Saturday, March 29, the incident happened at approximately 5:53 PM.
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