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Trump's bid to halt sentencing in hush-money case fails at Supreme Court
Trump had requested the court to determine if he was entitled to an automatic stay of sentencing, but the justices rejected his appeal by a narrow 5-4 margin.
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Judge sitting on Fanteakwa North Parliamentary case recuses himself
The judge disclosed his origins in Begoro, the district capital of Fanteakwa North, and shared that his wife and family also hail from the area.
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Africa
DR Congo: Three Chinese nationals in possession of gold bars and $800,000 cash arrested
Jean Jacques Purusi, the governor of South Kivu province, stated that the gold and money were concealed beneath the seats of the vehicle the suspects were traveling in.
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Courts
EC's lawyers pray for appropriate court orders to complete collation
Justin Amenuvor, counsel for the EC, emphasized the importance of the court’s intervention, stating: “If this court does not provide the necessary orders for the EC to complete its work within the framework set by Constitutional Instrument...
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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
General
GIMPA Law School renews partnership with ICC
The renewal ceremony coincided with the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute, the founding treaty of the ICC. Dr. Kwaku Agyeman-Budu, Dean of GIMPA Law School and head of the African Centre for International Criminal Justice (ACIC...
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General
Legal Education should encompass analysis, evaluation and research-CJ
She stressed that legal training should encompass interdisciplinary knowledge, such as project management and its relevance to contracts, as well as insights from fields like engineering and architecture.
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Courts
Former Kumbungu MP sues MTN, demands $5m in damages
The former National Youth Authority Chief Executive is seeking $5 million in damages, accusing the telecommunications company of failing to provide him with roaming services during a critical international business trip.
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General
Cost of Legal Education in Ghana; Costly or fair price to be learned?
Critically examining the fees charged by law faculties, especially private ones and a portion of public ones, reveals a burden on the pockets of students, parents, and guardians.
Dennislaw Research Desk
General
Ugandan opposition figure reportedly detained
In a post on X, Winnie Byanyima wrote that her husband had been seized in Kenya's capital Nairobi last Saturday during a book launch event.
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Courts
4 out of 7 courts closed in Upper East reopened
The reopened courts include the High, Circuit, and District Courts in Bolgatanga, as well as the District Court in Bongo.
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Supreme Court News
4 MP vacant seats- Afenyo-Markin wins at Supreme Court
In a 5-2 majority with Amadu JSC and Lovelace-Johnson JSC dissenting, the court noted that “the plaintiff's action succeeds.” indicating that its full reasoning will be available on November 13, 2024.
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Africa
Miss Rwanda gets suspended sentence for drink-driving
Last month, Muheto was involved in a car accident in Kigali, crashing her vehicle into an electricity pole and a palm tree after leaving a bar, according to local news outlet The New Times.
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Business
Arbitrary claims:Ghana nearly lost $9 billion in the last four years-AG
This sum, he noted, could have devastated the nation's economy, but the cases were ultimately resolved in Ghana's favor.
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General
CJ launches 5th edition of manual on election adjudication
Justice Torkonoo explained that this edition builds on past manuals, consolidating all pertinent laws and regulations applicable to elections.
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Crime
Military Officer, 4 others bailed GH¢550,000 over kidnapping
Warrant Officer Class One (WOI) Elorm John Ahiakpor received bail set at GH¢150,000 with three sureties, while the other suspects were each granted bail at GH¢100,000 with two sureties.
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Courts
Chief Justice orders closure of 7 courts over Bawku killings
The affected courts include the Bolgatanga High Court and Circuit Court, as well as the District Courts in Bolgatanga, Zuarungu, Zebilla, Garu, and Bongo.
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Courts
Court orders OSP to release investigation caution, charge statements of Cecilia Dapaah and husband
The case revolves around the alleged theft of large sums of money from Dapaah’s residence. Botwe, who previously worked as a house help, requested these documents, claiming they were critical for her defense.
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Courts
Soldier and 4 others remanded over robbery, kidnapping
WOI Elorm John Ahiakpor, along with Silas Amewonye, a 25-year-old farmer; Farouk Nuodio, a 32-year-old trader; Daniel Kwesi Obiri Yeboah, also known as Aljazeera, a 49-year-old trader; and Michael Nana Addo, a 25-year-old carpenter, face ch...
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General
Paralegals need necessary training to enhance legal system-Dame
He noted that paralegals play crucial roles in traditional court settings and corporate environments, international organizations, and regulatory bodies, making capacity building essential.
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