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Ken Ofori-Atta kept in ICE as US judge demands extradition proof
The hearing was held in private at the request of his legal team, with the court instructing non-parties observing via Webex to leave before proceedings continued.
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Man gets life imprisonment for killing ex-PM of Japan
The sentence was handed down on Wednesday by the Nara District Court, after prosecutors argued that the attack was a “grave” crime warranting the toughest available penalty.
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Africa
Mercy Johnson withdraws suit as TikToker freed in Nigeria
Eedie Bliss was freed on Saturday, 17 January 2026, after an online backlash over her detention gathered pace across social media platforms, according to the reports.
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US
Ken Ofori-Atta held by US immigration as lawyers move to regularise stay
In a statement, his team said Mr Ofori-Atta is “fully cooperating” with US authorities while discussions continue with ICE to resolve the matter.
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2025 in focus: Top legal news items on DL news
In 2025, as in previous years, numerous legal stories dominated headlines across the country. However, based on editorial discretion, audience engagement metrics on our website, and sustained reader interest, we present the following storie...
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Courts
Surveyor, pastor and chief in court over alleged Accra land fraud
James Kumbaya Damalie, 60, a land surveyor; Peter Hammond, 58, a pastor; and traditional leader Nuumo Kankam, 65, all pleaded not guilty when they were arraigned before Her Honour Susana Eduful.
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‘Next of kin’ does not grant inheritance rights – Lawyer
He stressed that this could only be possible if the next of kin is listed in a Will as a beneficiary, holds a Power of Attorney, or is an immediate relative, such as a spouse or child.
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Three held after newborn stolen from Tamale hospital
The suspects – two nurses and a security guard – were picked up on Sunday, 21 December, following the disappearance of the baby from One Heart Hospital at Lamashegu.
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Crime
Man killed in Asonkore home invasion as Obuasi police probe suspected robbery-murder
The victim, 42-year-old Bismark Yaw Sarfo Danso, was attacked and fatally wounded inside his residence by unidentified intruders.
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Crime
Three arrested after gun battle in Northern Region kidnapping rescue
The men — Haruna Seidu, Amidu Bandi and Osman Bandi — were picked up during an intelligence-led operation centred on Bokpaba, a community on the Bimbilla–Yendi road.
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Courts
Adams Mahama murder case: High Court discharges Afoko,Asabke
The ruling releases both accused persons from trial, although it does not amount to an acquittal.
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Courts
Court Recognises Akosua Serwaa and Odo Broni as Legal Wives of Late Musician Daddy Lumba
A Kumasi High Court has ruled that both Akosua Serwaa Fosuh and Priscila Ofori (Odo Broni) are the surviving wives of the late musician Daddy Lumba, following a legal dispute over who held the rightful marital status. The court found both w...
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Crime
Nkawkaw: Three arrested for looting sardines after highway crash
The articulated truck, a fully loaded container registered AA 119CY, was travelling from Accra towards Kumasi when it overturned and blocked traffic in both directions.
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Father arrested after 13-year-old daughter dies following severe beating
According to early findings from the Weija Divisional Police Command, Isaac Adonteng allegedly subjected his daughter, Celestine Adonteng, to prolonged physical assault
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Courts
Driver who defrauded police officer, teacher over visas remanded
The suspect, Benjamin Osei Sarpong, a 44-year-old driver from Odorkor, is facing two charges of defrauding by false pretence.
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Crime
Carpenter arrested over killing of security guard at Kyebi Teacher Training College
The Public Affairs Officer for the Eastern South Regional Command, DSP David Fianko-Okyere, said the suspect, Kwame Arhin, also known locally as Abompe, was detained on Sunday, 16 November 2025.
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Crime
Police hunt Guest House oiwner after woman found dead in Fanteakwa South
The deceased, widely known as Koryo, was a familiar food vendor in the local market.
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Crime
Police probe murder of Tanoso sub-chief in Bono East
The deceased, Nana Owusu Korkor, who served as the Akwamehene (sub-chief) of Tanoso, was reportedly found dead with gunshot wounds on Sunday morning, November 8, 2025.
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Crime
Gender Ministry vows justice for teen footballer in alleged sexual abuse case
In a statement released on Friday, November 7, the Ministry described the incident as “a grave crime that will not go unpunished.”
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Courts
Court restricts Asutifi North MP’s movement over galamsey clash probe
An Accra Circuit Court on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, ordered the legislator not to leave the Greater Accra Region without notifying investigators.
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