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SC from Feb 8-10, 2022: Cases and Motions
The Court will therefore be sitting from Tuesday, February 8 to Thursday, February 10, 2022, to hear a number of these cases.
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Europe
25 Ghanaian nationals to be deported from Germany today
Concerning the risk of Corona infection, Germany will take care that all returnees and accompanying guards will be tested by a doctor before flying, whether there are any symptoms of a possible infection.
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The Sputnik V transaction did not receive legislative backing, it is illegal-Minority
Hon. Haruna Iddrisu has described the agreement as an international transaction which should have been ratified by Parliament
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Supreme Court News
Supreme Court to rule on GIBA vs. NCA DTT access control case on June 23
The Supreme Court will on June 23, 2020, deliver its judgement in the case in which the Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association (GIBA) has sued the National Communications Authority (NCA) over the decision to introduce Conditional Access...
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Meet Dr Hazel and Nhyira: Mother and daughter called to the Ghana Bar last Friday
The mother and daughter were among the newly qualified lawyers called to the Ghana Bar on Friday, October 9, 2026, becoming Barristers and Solicitors of the Supreme Court of Ghana.
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Business
Societe Generale to exit Ghana as it agrees to sell its subsidiary to Attijariwafa
Attijariwafa will buy 55.22 per cent, while the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) will acquire an additional 5 per cent. Together, the purchases account for Societe Generale Group’s full 60.22 per cent interest.
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Coveted John Mensah Sarbah Prize: 7 KNUST Law alumni have won since 2012
The award, which is given yearly to the most outstanding fresh lawyer coming out of the Ghana School of Law, is named after John Mensah Sarbah, a prominent lawyer and political leader in the Gold Coast.
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Madina musical advertisement nuisance punishable by a fine of GHC 3000 or 3 months in prison: Did you know?
“A person shall not play or cause to be played any recorded music in public for advertising purposes so as to cause a nuisance to the public.”
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Kwame Koduah Atuahene writes: Regulating commercial road transport sector to improve road safety; the way forward
The commercial road transport sector is characterized by easy entry and exit protocols, sub-standard and unsafe vehicle fleet, informally trained drivers and a lack of internal control systems that prioritizes profit over safety and conveni...
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SERAP sues Buhari, wants court to declare ‘plan to monitor WhatsApp illegal’
The mere threat of mass surveillance, even when secret, coupled with the lack of remedy, can constitute an interference with human rights, including the rights to privacy, freedom of expression, peaceful assembly and association.”
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Mangortey: Passing anti-LGBTQI Bill will be suicidal
“A person who undermines these proper human sexual rights and Ghanaian family values commits an offence and is liable, on summary conviction, to a fine of not more than 2,000 penalty units or a term of imprisonment of not less than two mont...
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Africa
Copyright protection in the digital age
Year 2020 forced changes in the way we do things in the world, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, which is still on rampage. Several countries went into series of lockdowns and ordered its citizens to stay at home.
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Courts
Attorney General defends “stringent” bail terms for ex-appointees facing probes
Addressing Parliament on Tuesday, Dr Ayine rejected claims that law enforcement agencies were acting unfairly, saying the measures were necessary to ensure suspects do not abscond while their cases proceed.
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Business
24-hour Authority Bill approved by Cabinet-President Mahama
At a media engagement at the Presidency in Accra, the President revealed that several institutions were already operating round-the-clock services in line with the policy.
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Tech
Ghana set for biggest Tech law overhaul in decades — Sam George
The proposed legislative package includes separating the National Communications Authority (NCA) Act from the Electronic Communications Act to create a more modern, focused framework.
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Courts
Sky train trial to begin before legal vacation – Attorney-General confirms
According to the Attorney-General, progress has been hampered by recurring health-related absences from the second accused, Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, as well as a recent medical excuse submitted by the lawyer for the first accused, M...
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Courts
AG charges EX-GIIF CEO, Prof Ameyaw-Ekumfi over $2M sky train scandal
According to court filings, the incident dates back to February 2019, when the two sanctioned a $2 million payment to Africa Investor Holdings Limited for early-stage work on the proposed urban rail system—work that never materialized.
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Business
Communication Minister orders review of frequency authorisations
This directive, outlined in a memorandum dated Wednesday, February 12, forms part of the government’s Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) initiative.
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General
Ken Ofori-Atta receiving medical attention abroad-Lawyers inform OSP
In a letter, Mr. Ofori-Atta’s solicitors noted that he had missed an earlier summons on January 24 because he was already abroad.
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Supreme Court News
Dual citizens can now occupy these public offices; Supreme Court significant inroad on citizenship
Specifically, the apex court held that sections 16(2)(a) and 16(2)(h)-(l) of the Act are unconstitutional, having been enacted contrary to Article 289(2) of the 1992 Constitution.
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