Crime
Farmer remanded for alleged attempted murder of ex-wife
The incident occurred in Sefwi Chirano, located in the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region.
DL News
Results for "family courts"
1807 results.
Courts
Court adjourns case of two Nigerians accused of kidnapping 80-year-old American
Emmanuel Adedoyin Adebayor, a 28-year-old trader, and Esther Ogbonna, a beautician, remain in police custody after failing to meet their GH₵500,000 bail conditions.
DL News
Courts
KNUST murder case: Prosecution presents amended charge sheets, autopsy report to court
During the latest hearing, the court noted that the prosecution had yet to receive legal advice from the Attorney-General’s Office.
DL News
Courts
Immigration officers, 2 others held over tragic murder in Nadowli-Kaleo
The Wa District Magistrate Court, presided over by His Worship Maxwell Maxibrian Titriku, has remanded the six suspects as investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the incident.
DL News
Courts
Galamsey operator remanded for alleged assault on elderly woman
The suspect, Vitus Nsore, 24, is set to reappear before the court on March 21, 2025. His plea has not yet been taken.
DL News
Others
Are Lawyers in Ghana Buried Head Down When They Die? Debunking the Myth
The notion that lawyers are buried head down in Ghana likely stems from a combination of folklore, societal perceptions, and symbolic interpretations.
Richard Osei Boateng
US
Kofi Amankwaa; Bronx-based immigration attorney sentenced 70 months in prison
The sentence comes after Amankwaa pleaded guilty in September 2024, and it highlights the severe consequences of exploiting vulnerable individuals seeking legal immigration status.
Lawyer Monthly
Crime
KNUST confirms arrest of suspect in tragic murder of final-year student
According to an update from the university, the suspect, who resides in the same hostel as the deceased, was identified through CCTV footage and apprehended by the Regional Police.
DL News
Courts
FBI, Ghana Police arrest two Nigerians over kidnapping of 80-year-old American woman
The suspects, Emmanuel Adedoyin Adebayor, a 28-year-old trader, and Esther Ogbonna, a beautician, appeared before an Accra Circuit Court, while a third suspect, Dennis Poromo, remains at large.
DL News
Crime
Sex extortion of 19-year-old SHS graduate earns plumber 12 years imprisonment
Philip Spain Narh lured a 19-year-old recent high school graduate under the pretense of assisting her in becoming a web designer. He then coerced her into engaging in both vaginal and anal intercourse.
DL News
Courts
Estate developer granted bail in alleged land fraud targeting retired judge
Amoateng, who operates in estate development, allegedly enticed the retired judge into investing in a plot of land.
DL News
Others
A$AP Rocky acquitted on all charges at gun assault trial
The trial, which concluded in February 2025, was marked by allegations of courtroom misconduct, high-profile appearances from the defendant’s partner Rihanna, and dramatic exchanges between attorneys.
Lawyer Monthly
Courts
Driver granted GH¢70,000 bail over pedestrian accident, death
The accused, Eric Arko, has yet to enter a plea and is set to appear in court on March 19, 2025.
DL News
Courts
East Legon Crash: Bishop Salifu Amoako,Two others re-arrested after dropped charges
During court proceedings on February 17, 2025, the prosecution informed Judge Samuel Bright Acquah that further investigations were required, leading to the dismissal of the charges.
DL News
Courts
Alleged forged Will case by lawyer; AG to take over prosecution
Principal State Attorney, Mr. Dominic Bakoma, stated that following a review of a petition related to the case, the Attorney General opted to proceed with the prosecution.
DL News
Courts
"Illegal" arrest warrant over woman in child custody case revoked by court
During the Tuesday, February 4, 2025, court session, Ms. Baaba Sam’s legal team argued that the warrant lacked merit and should be nullified.
DL News
Crime
Three arrested over fatal stadium violence at Nsoatre
The chaos, which erupted on February 2, resulted in the tragic death of one person.
DL News
Others
Asante Kotoko condemns violence at Nsoatreman, confirms supporter’s tragic death
In an official statement, the club detailed how their team encountered hostility from sections of the home supporters upon their arrival at the stadium.
DL News
Courts
Three suspects arraigned for kidnapping and assault of businessman
The suspects, identified as Albert Tetteh Botchway and David Burke—both 34-year-old businessmen—and Promise Lamptey, a 29-year-old security guard, are facing charges related to the incident.
General
The rule against touting: Ghana goes the American way
In Ghana, lawyers or law firms are permitted to create websites but the rule states that this does not include social media
Robert Nii Arday Clegg