Crime
Trotro driver arrested for crashing into wall of former president Akufo-Addo’s Nima home
The accident happened on Wednesday evening and quickly drew the attention of local residents and nearby security officers.
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Gov’t ends military protection for civilians in push for discipline
The move forms part of the government's broader "reset agenda", which aims to ensure greater accountability and responsible deployment of military resources.
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Courts
NPA, Judiciary mull dedicated Petroleum Court to fast-track fuel offence prosecution
The proposal was tabled during a meeting between NPA Chief Executive Godwin Kudzo Tameklo and Acting Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, at the Office of the Chief Justice.
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Business
Ghana to host a two-day Mining & Minerals Convention
It aims to bring together a powerful mix of stakeholders—from government officials and regulators to miners, investors, sustainability experts, and policy leaders—to explore strategies that will drive long-term growth and competitiveness in...
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Courts
Bailiff jailed 4 years for forging court documents
Jackson, who was previously attached to the Ejisu District Court in the Ashanti Region, initially denied the charges but abruptly changed his plea to guilty during Tuesday’s hearing, just as the prosecution was set to begin its case.
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All existing companies to file beneficial ownership details by October 30-ORC
In a press release issued on Tuesday, July 1, the ORC announced that companies incorporated before the electronic collection of BO data began in January 2020 must update their records within a three-month grace period, starting July 1 and e...
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Courts
Pastor accused of stealing from deceased friend granted GH¢150k bail
The prosecution, led by ASP Issah Achiburi, alleges that Adu misappropriated a Range Rover, an ATM card, and cash amounting to GH¢27,000 belonging to his deceased friend, Emmanuel Offei. The court has ordered Adu to return on July 14, 2025,...
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US
Elon Musk's X battles New York over hate speech disclosure law
In court documents submitted on Tuesday, X contends that the law infringes on free speech rights by requiring disclosure of policies about “sensitive and controversial speech” protected under the First Amendment.
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US
Juror dropped from Diddy trial over residency confusion
The man initially told the court he lived in the Bronx, but later claimed he had moved in with his girlfriend in New Jersey, triggering a week-long courtroom debate.
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OSP is Ghana’s best weapon in fight against corruption-Kissi Agyebeng
He highlighted that the OSP’s creation under the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959), has positioned it as a flagship institution with the ability to independently investigate, prosecute, recover, and manage assets related...
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Ofori-Atta’s family accuses OSP of vendetta, violating rights over INTERPOL red notice
In a statement issued on Monday, June 9, the family condemned the OSP’s actions, particularly the issuance of an INTERPOL Red Notice, claiming it violated due process, constitutional rights, and international law.
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Kpebu questions OSP’s rejection of virtual interview for ailing Ofori-Atta
Mr. Ofori-Atta’s legal team recently disclosed that the former minister is undergoing treatment for cancer and preparing for surgery, making his return to Ghana presently impossible.
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Courts
Wontumi withdraws application against EOCO bail condition
The application, which was filed at the Accra High Court on May 30, 2025, had been scheduled for hearing on Tuesday, June 3. However, a day prior to the hearing, Wontumi’s legal representatives opted to pull out of the case.
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Crime
Labour Minister calls for united action to end child labour in Ghana
Delivering his address at a national event marking World Day Against Child Labour, held at the Kofi Annan ICT Centre in Ridge, Dr. Pelpuo painted a sobering picture of the issue’s scale.
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Crime
CSA warns public to stay away from unlicensed loan apps
In a public advisory released on May 31, 2025, the CSA revealed that it has documented 377 cyberbullying incidents connected to these digital lenders between January and May this year—a sharp rise from the 228 cases recorded throughout 2024...
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Business
Ghana’s embassy in Washington to resume operations after fraud probe
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in a statement issued on May 27, confirmed that a new leadership team headed by an experienced diplomat has been assigned to steer the mission.
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Europe
Canadian man jailed for stealing iconic Churchill portrait
The stolen image—famously known as The Roaring Lion—was an original print taken by renowned photographer Yousuf Karsh in 1941, capturing Churchill's stern expression moments after addressing the Canadian parliament. The portrait is so iconi...
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Business
How staff of Ghana's Washington embassy were dismissed, others suspended over corruption scandal
In a statement shared via social media on Monday, May 26, 2025, the Minister announced the immediate dismissal of Fred Kwarteng, a locally recruited IT staffer, who allegedly masterminded a fraudulent scheme that siphoned unauthorized fees...
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Courts
Suspended CJ seeks injunction against Committee probing her removal
The Chief Justice, currently under suspension, is asking the apex court to place a temporary freeze on the committee’s operations while her case is being determined
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Business
New law to empower MMDCEs access capital markets in the offing-Minister
He noted that this initiative will also enable MMDAs to raise capital for development projects.
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