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GBA calls for Executive collaboration to safeguard rule of law
Addressing the GBA’s Annual General Conference in Wa, Upper West Region, on Monday, September 15, Madam Ghartey expressed confidence in the President’s leadership
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South Sudan vice-president faces murder, treason charges
Justice Minister Joseph Geng Akech announced on Thursday that the charges stem from a March assault on an army base in Nasir, carried out by the White Army militia—a group largely made up of fighters from Machar’s Nuer ethnic group.
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Four GIMPA Law final year students, Two alumni receive scholarships to U.S. universities
The alumni — Grace Frederica Lutterodt and Joshua Wiafe Frimpong — will continue their studies at Fordham University School of Law in New York.
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Martin Kpebu demands urgent reforms to strike out Article 144
Speaking on The Point of View on Channel One TV on Monday, September 1, Kpebu questioned the constitutional framework that allows the executive branch to dominate the appointment of Chief Justices.
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President Mahama receives Article 146 Committee recommendation on first petition against suspended CJ
The five-member committee, constituted by President Mahama in line with Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution, was chaired by Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang
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Who owns your dead body? Stakeholders push for legislation to give spouses a stake
The conference, organized by MarryRight Ghana, closed with a clear message, with stakeholders calling for legislation to give the nuclear family, especially spouses, a legal stake in burial decisions.
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AG concerned about high attrition rate as top prosecutors exit over poor pay
Speaking during a working visit by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Constitutional and Legal Affairs, Dr. Ayine revealed that a principal state attorney had recently tendered a resignation letter, citing financial pressures and the sta...
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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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Courts
Gregory Afoko pushes for bail again after nine years on remand
This latest bail application, filed on Monday, February 17, 2025, by his legal team, will be considered by Justice Marie-Louise Simmons on February 21.
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Mahama directs AG to launch immediate probe into ORAL findings
The directive follows the presentation of a detailed report highlighting instances of financial mismanagement and embezzlement of public funds identified by the initiative.
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8-member Constitutional review committee sworn-in
During the swearing-in ceremony at Jubilee House on Thursday, Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, emphasized the importance of the committee’s work.
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Implement gender-responsive tax policies for equality-Experts call
Speaking at a policy conference on taxation, gender equality, and sustainable development, organized by the Network for Women’s Rights (NETRIGHT) Ghana in collaboration with the Tax Justice Network Africa (TJNA), Mr. Winful pointed out that...
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UG School of Law honours advocate of PWDs
Mr. Okaikoi received this honor in recognition of his exceptional contributions to disability rights advocacy, entrepreneurship, and national development.
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Let rule of law reign supreme-President charges Public Sector lawyers
A well-trained, adequately supported legal team can safeguard national assets, protect citizens' rights, and ensure the governance structure operates within legal bounds.
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AG charges GBA to prevent, condemn illegal pressures on Judiciary
At the swearing-in of the new President and executives of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) on November 4, Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, urged the GBA to remain vigilant in protecting the judiciary from extern...
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Baltimore bridge collapse: US government gets $100m settlement
Grace Ocean Private Limited and Synergy Marine Private Limited, which owned and operated the vessel Dali, reached an agreement to settle the civil lawsuit filed after the accident.
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A Bright Future for Young Lawyers: Rising Admissions at the Ghana School of Law-Sandra Frimpong
This increase signifies not just the growth of the legal profession but also reflects the dynamism and ambition of young Ghanaians eager to make their mark in the legal arena.
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Desist from acts that destroy the nation-CJ admonishes fresh lawyers
Addressing the enrolment ceremony for 777 new lawyers at the Accra International Conference Centre, she encouraged them to apply their legal knowledge to drive social progress and contribute positively to their communities.
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Crime
6 arrested in connection with lynching of prison officer in Kasoa
The tragic incident occurred on 29th September 2024 at Kasoa Iron City.
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Election related crimes will be prosecuted promptly-DPP assures
She noted that prosecutors are responsible for upholding national interests by addressing these crimes in alignment with the law, thus safeguarding the country's peace, unity, and democracy before, during, and after the December general ele...
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