Africa
Nigeria:Five men to die by hanging over 'witchcraft' murder
The victim, Dahare Abubakar, was brutally attacked while working on her farm, where the perpetrators beat and stabbed her to death.
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Loan managers face court over seizure of customer’s merchandise
The accused, Gideon Yeboah, 39, a recovery manager, and Godfred Bright Eku, 50, the general manager, are facing charges of conspiracy, unlawful entry, and theft of goods worth GH¢513,000.
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Others
Indian court restricts late-night movie shows for children below 16
The court directed the state to regulate the entry of children under 16 in theatres and multiplexes early morning as well as late night until guidelines in this regard are implemented
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Courts
Court adjourns case of Salifu Amoako, two others to February 17
During a hearing at an Accra Circuit Court on Monday, discussions between the defense counsel and the state attorney led to the adjournment.
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Supreme Court News
GHC 9000 damages awarded against Chinese national, Company over dog attack on man
In dismissing the appeal, the five-member panel of the apex court thus affirmed the heads of damage given by the Court of Appeal in the matter.
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Courts
15-year old in Kasoa ritual murder trial sentenced 12 months
Before receiving his sentence, the remorseful juvenile pleaded for leniency, expressing deep regret for his actions.
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Courts
Three suspects arraigned for kidnapping and assault of businessman
The suspects, identified as Albert Tetteh Botchway and David Burke—both 34-year-old businessmen—and Promise Lamptey, a 29-year-old security guard, are facing charges related to the incident.
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Flight attendant reportedly dismissed for posting dance TikTok in uniform
On November 17, 2024, Diala, then a flight attendant, uploaded a TikTok video in which she danced—specifically, twerked—down the aisles of an unoccupied aircraft.
Lawyer Monthly
Courts
Driver caught on CCTV stealing granted bail of GHC 50,000
The suspect, identified as Kwabena Gyimah, also known as “69,” was allegedly caught on CCTV footage at the journalist’s home while committing the crime.
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Crime
Two granted GH¢400,000 bail over alleged stealing
Gyasi Robert Sekyere, an unemployed individual, and Esther Akuamoah, have been charged with conspiracy to commit a crime and theft. Both accused parties have pleaded not guilty.
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Crime
Expedite investigation-Court tells prosecution in forex trader case
Benjamin Appiah Boateng, the accused, allegedly obtained $300,000 and GH¢10,445,000 from Berry Kwadwo Agyapong and David Burke under the guise of investing their money in UDST and Binance cryptocurrency platforms.
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Courts
Nigeria:79-Year-Old Woman Sues IGP, wants Police escorts withdrawn from private citizens
Yesufu, who told the court in a suit filed by her lawyer, Maxwell Opara, also prayed for an order of perpetual injunction on the I-G from reassigning any member of the Nigerian Police Force (NPF) as VIP escorts to a private individual, incl...
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Courts
Forex trader remanded for allegedly defrauding two persons
The accused, Benjamin Appiah Boateng, is said to have promised the victims, Mr. Berry Kwadwo Agyapong and Mr. David Burke, lucrative returns from investments in USDT on Binance and other cryptocurrency platforms.
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Courts
Court to decide on NPP's attempt to lift injunction against Akwatia MP-elect
The injunction was granted on January 2, 2025, following a request by the NDC parliamentary candidate, Henry Boakye Yiadom, against the Electoral Commission (EC), Ernest Kumi, and the Clerk of Parliament.
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court’s orders, effect in NDC’s application against EC’s re-collation of Parliamentary results
The High Court's directive was in response to a mandamus application brought by New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidates from the affected areas.
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Courts
Man jailed 5 years for vandalism at Parliament
On Wednesday, Christopher Kofi Kyere Sorkpa, dressed in white, reportedly smashed the windscreens and windows of about seven cars parked near the parliamentary buildings.
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General
Court ruling on re-collation flawed-Kwame Boafo Akuffo writes
The recent disputes about election declarations must be reconciled against the settled practice.
Kwame Boafo Akuffo Esq
Courts
Bishop Salifu Amoako, wife fined GH₵12,000 as court sentences son 6 months
The court also required the couple to sign an agreement committing to ensure proper guidance and discipline for their son.
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Crime
Tarkwa:Excavator operator imprisoned 10 years for stealing
Appiah, who admitted to selling the stolen Apsonic tricycle for GH¢15,000 and receiving a partial payment of GH¢7,500, pleaded guilty to the charges.
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Courts
Court acquits Mona Gucci over fraud charge
Monalisa, who works as a Travel and Event Consultant, was accused of receiving the sum in February 2019 to assist clients of the complainant, Comfort Obiri, in obtaining United States visas.
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