Courts
Court grants bail to NPP activist accused of spreading false news about Vice President
Zakou was taken into custody after publishing a Facebook post on April 12, which read, “Rest well, Her Excellency.”
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Courts
Soldier granted GHC 600k bail over alleged recruitment scam
Appearing in full military attire, the accused denied the charges when he took the stand before Presiding Judge Her Honour Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Baasit.
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Europe
Mbappé sues PSG for €55M in unpaid wages amid escalating dispute
According to legal representative Delphine Verheyden, efforts to resolve the matter amicably over the past year have failed.
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Courts
Three bailed for illegal mining on Asanko Gold Concession
The accused — Fatawu Seidu, a 35-year-old mechanic; Solomon Osei, a 40-year-old barber; and 19-year-old unemployed Simon Awindawu — all pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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Business
Banks urged to adopt balanced credit strategy
Speaking to chief executives of commercial banks following the BoG’s latest Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting—his first as Governor—Dr. Asiama emphasized the need for transparent communication and innovative lending strategies that pr...
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Africa
Three Americans convicted in DR Congo coup plot transferred to US custody
Initially sentenced to death by a military tribunal, their punishments were reduced to life imprisonment just last week. According to U.S. State Department spokesperson Tammy Bruce, the individuals are now under U.S. custody.
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US
Trump Admin violated press freedom in AP journalists White House ban-Court rules
Judge Trevor McFadden declared on Tuesday that restricting AP reporters’ access to White House events due to editorial choices violates the First Amendment, which protects freedom of the press and expression.
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General
Desist from using Professor, Doctor without academic basis-GTEC
“The use of such titles without academic merit is misleading and unethical,” the Commission stated. “It violates the Education Regulatory Bodies Act, 2020 (Act 1023), and undermines the authenticity of genuine academic achievements.”
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Courts
Nigerian lady jailed five years for trafficking victims into forced prostitution in Accra
The court presided over by Her Honour Mrs. Akosua Anokyewaa Adjepong, delivered the verdict after a full trial. Prosecutor ASP Isaac Babayi told the court that Isabella worked in collaboration with an accomplice named Nelly—currently on the...
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Crime
Alleged BoG site cable thief granted GHC1 million bail
The accused, who faces charges of unlawful entry and theft of copper cables worth GH¢1,035,500, was granted bail in the sum of GH¢1 million with two sureties.
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Business
2025 Appropriation Bill approved by Parliament
The bill outlines the spending plan for the year, directing funds toward vital sectors of the economy. A substantial allocation—GH¢68 billion—has been earmarked for public sector wages and salaries, reflecting a continued focus on improving...
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Business
GRA orders immediate compliance as government scraps 1% E-Levy
Effective from 12:00 AM on April 2, 2025, all banks, fintech companies, and mobile money operators are required to stop charging the E-Levy. Institutions are also expected to promptly refund any deductions made on or after this date.
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Others
Woman Cannot Commit Rape, But Can Be Held Liable for Its Abetment: Indian High Court
A Single judge bench of Justice Pramod Kumar Agrawal, presiding over the Jabalpur bench of the High Court delivered the decision.
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General
CJ removal: Prima facie determination does not always require response-Kpebu
He stressed that this preliminary assessment, known as a prima facie determination, does not always require feedback or a response from the Chief Justice or any judge of the superior courts.
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General
Ghana Publishing to Collaborate with MarryRight on Annual Publication of Gazetted Pastors and Churches for Civil Marriages
Ghana Publishing Company Limited and MarryRight Ghana Limited are set to collaborate on an annual publication listing all gazetted pastors and churches authorized to officiate civil marriages. The initiative seeks to prevent invalid marriag...
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US
Lady Gaga Sued for Allegedly Copying Mayhem Album Logo—Trademark Battle Begins
The lawsuit claims that Gaga—whose real name is Stefani Germanotta—was contacted about the alleged similarity before the album’s release but proceeded with the design anyway.
Lawyer Monthly
General
GNAAP urges Government to boost ADR infrastructure and support for justice reform
According to the association, the current conditions under which mediation sessions are conducted do not reflect the nation’s commitment to using Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) as a legitimate method for settling disputes.
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Supreme Court News
Injunction application against removal of security chiefs moot-Supreme Court
The injunction application was brought forward by policy think tank Imani Ghana and security analyst Professor Kwesi Aning.
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US
Texas Senate Passes Bill to Display Ten Commandments in Schools
Senate Bill 10, introduced by State Senator Phil King (R-Weatherford), was approved with a 20-11 vote along party lines on March 5. The bill now moves to the Texas House, where it could be voted on soon.
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Courts
Billionaire's ex-wife sues lawyers for failing to win her a superyacht in divorce case
Soroka was awarded a staggering £453 million in 2016 following her split from Akhmedov, marking one of the most expensive divorce rulings in UK history.
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