Crime
Police foil robbery attempt on Winneba rural bank
According to a police statement, the bank’s alarm system went off around 1 a.m., prompting a patrol team to respond.
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Two police officers promoted for heroic rescue, robbery suspect arrests
Chief Inspector Patience Kotoka, stationed at the Anyaa District Command, has been recommended for the next Police Cadet Course at the Police Academy, which will see her commissioned into the Senior Officer Corps upon completion. Constable...
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Crime
Police arrest 2, seize 519 parcels of suspected indian hemp
The suspects, identified as 30-year-old Eric Nkyeke and 28-year-old Francis Klu, were arrested at about 7:40 a.m. on Monday, August 11, 2025.
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General
Mahama sets up inquiry board to probe deadly military helicopter crash
President Mahama has commissioned a high-level board to investigate the fatal crash of a Ghana Air Force helicopter that killed eight people, including two ministers
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Courts
Two police officers remanded over 16 missing assault rifles from Ghana Police Armoury
Lance Corporal William Atia Asitanga (32) and Lance Corporal Sulemana Zanya Abdul-Rahman (27) appeared in court on charges of stealing and abetment to steal. Both pleaded not guilty.
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General
Ghana Bar Association mourns victims of August 6 helicopter crash
In a statement, the GBA described the victims as “patriotic Ghanaians” who died in the line of duty.
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GAF launches probe into fatal helicopter crash that killed 8 persons
The victims include Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Minister for Defence, and Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, Minister for Environment, Science and Technology.
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GWL reports daily loss of 73 million gallons in Accra due to theft, infrastructure failures
Ghana Water Limited says it loses 73 million gallons of treated water daily in Accra due to theft, illegal connections, and faulty infrastructure.
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Courts
Three remanded, one granted bail over killing of security guard at Gomoa Akoti factory
Presiding over the case, Her Ladyship Ms. Armah Adomako Kwarkye ordered the suspects—Samuel Larbie (28), a businessman, and Wisdom Sosu (32), a motor mechanic—into custody following a police investigation that linked them to a robbery that...
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Crime
Man carrying 66 parcels of suspected cannabis arrested at Tarkwa
Yeboah was stopped by officers from the Asankragwa Division on July 31, 2025, while riding a tricycle (Pragia). A search revealed two travel bags filled with the suspected narcotics.
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General
Forestry Commission announces 2025 wildlife closed season from Aug 1 to Dec 1
The ban, announced in a press release on July 31, aligns with the Wildlife Resources Management Act, 2023 (Act 1115), and Wildlife Conservation Regulations, 1971 (L.I. 685).
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Courts
Driver jailed 15 years for slashing neighbour's throat over stolen phone
Ampofo, who pleaded guilty to charges of stealing and causing harm, was convicted by Presiding Judge Mrs. Hathia Ama Manu.
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Paul Adom-Otchere invited by OSP over GACL audit contract
In a letter dated July 25, 2025, the OSP formally identified Adom-Otchere as a suspect in its ongoing probe into alleged corruption and corruption-related offenses linked to the contract between GACL and an unnamed private firm.
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Africa
Treason trial of former DR Congo President Kabila begins
Kabila, who ruled DR Congo for nearly two decades, faces a string of serious charges—including treason, murder, rape, torture, and leading an insurrection—over his alleged ties to the M23 rebel group, which controls vast mineral-rich territ...
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Asantehene officially hands over 1.12-acre land for Ghana School of Law Kumasi campus
The 1.12-acre land, strategically located behind the Ministries enclave in Kumasi, is expected to serve as the permanent home for the school’s Kumasi campus, marking a major step toward expanding access to professional legal education beyon...
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Crime
Suspected gunmen kill two students in Nalerigu dorm attack
According to eyewitness accounts, the unidentified attackers invaded the school compound under the cover of darkness and opened fire inside the dormitory, fatally shooting the two teenagers.
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Crime
Security guard sentenced to 15 years for attempted iPhone robbery
The accused pleaded guilty to the attempted robbery, which took place on April 5, 2025. Botwe, who worked as a security officer at Adjiriganor, was said to have left his assigned post around 4:00 a.m., armed with a kitchen knife hidden in h...
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Crime
50 Nigerians arrested at McCarthy Hills over suspected human trafficking, cybercrime
The group was allegedly trafficked into the country and forced into online scams, with the landlord of the residence also detained.
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Crime
Four robbery suspects arrested, one fatally shot in police operations in Kumasi
The first incident occurred on July 9 along the Ankaako–Asuoso–Fenase road in the Amansie South District.
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Courts
Court grants bail to two men accused of brutally assaulting 12-year-old boy
Presided over by Her Honour Mrs. Naa Amarley Akowah, the court granted bail to Issa Morro (58) and Abdul Rashid (27) in the sum of GH¢50,000, with two sureties.
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