Courts
Court demands AG's explanation for prolonged detention of disputed Bawku chief
The court has given the Attorney-General until 21 January 2026 to file a written justification for the continued detention.
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Business
Mahama orders full review of NLA–KGL lottery deal
In a directive dated 24 December 2025 and addressed to the Ministry of Finance, the President called for the agreement to be re-examined to guarantee value for money, safeguard the public interest and ensure strict adherence to Ghana’s lega...
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Guided by God, Governed by Law: The Prophet's Dual Responsibility
The analysis identifies key provisions within Ghana’s legal framework, namely the Electronic Communications Act, 2008 (Act 775) and the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29), which criminalize the knowing or reckless publication of false com...
SAMUEL BOATENG NSOWAH
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The Trump–Maduro Capture: Why the U.S. May Assert Jurisdiction Under the Territorial Principle
The writer examines the territorial jurisdiction principle under international law in the context of the United States’ invasion of Venezuela and the resulting capture of President Nicolás Maduro for criminal prosecution abroad. He does not...
Richard Osei Boateng
US
TikTok seals US investor deal to sidestep looming American ban
In an internal memo, Shou Zi Chew said the transaction – due to close on 22 January – would secure the app’s future in the US and bring an end to years of political pressure in Washington over national security concerns.
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Supreme Court News
Citizen sues to strip Special Prosecutor of independent powers
Confirming the development on Wednesday, 10 December, Deputy Attorney-General Justice Srem-Sai said a private citizen, Noah Adamtey, has filed Suit No. J1/3/2026 against the Attorney-General.
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Why OSP needs the Attorney General to succeed
Since its establishment, the OSP has consistently come under heavy criticism from the Ghanaian public for what many consider its ineffective delivery on its core mandate of investigating, prosecuting and curbing corruption and related offen...
Richard Osei Boateng
Courts
President Mahama petitioned to remove EC Chair, Deputies
Joseph Blankson Adumadzie confirmed on Monday, 24 November, that he has submitted a petition invoking Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution
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The office of the Chief Justice should not be a casualty of politics
The piece underscores the imperative of safeguarding the judiciary—particularly the Office of the Chief Justice—from partisan capture to maintain institutional integrity. It highlights the risks of political interference, public mistrust, a...
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Africa
Gabon court jails former first lady, ex-president’s son for 20 years over corruption
The verdict, delivered late on Tuesday night, also imposed a fine of 100 million CFA francs ($177,000; £135,000) on both defendants.
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Courts
Court of Appeal dismisses Adu Boahene's bid to compel AG to release national security records
The couple’s legal team, led by Samuel Atta Akyea, had in July filed a motion demanding comprehensive disclosures of National Security operational accounts from 1992 to date
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Business
Ghana’s airspace faces shutdown as Air Traffic Safety technicians declare indefinite strike
The association, which represents the country’s Air Traffic Safety Electronics Personnel (ATSEP), accuses the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) of 15 years of neglect and administrative injustice.
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Courts
Daddy Lumba's body belongs to the family, not the spouse-Kumasi High Court
In her decision, Justice Smith Arthur held that Ghanaian customary law governs such matters, and that the matrilineal family of the deceased retains entitlement to the body and all associated funeral rites.
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Courts
Paul Adom-Otchere drags Special Prosecutor to court over property declaration order
The veteran broadcaster and former Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has filed an application seeking to quash a directive from the OSP that ordered him to declare his assets and income.
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Europe
Australian banker wins landmark case to work from home permanently
Chandler, who has worked part-time for 23 years in Westpac’s mortgage division, challenged the bank’s directive requiring her to return to the office at least two days per week.
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Call to the Bar - Why the fuss?
The Call to the Bar in Ghana is more than a ceremonial milestone — it is the culmination of profound mental, financial, and emotional endurance. Behind every new lawyer stands a web of sacrifice, resilience, and collective triumph. This pie...
Benjamin Offei-Addo
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Ablakwa: Ghana not profiting from U.S. deportee arrangement
Addressing the Government Accountability Series at the Jubilee House on Monday, September 15, the minister emphasised that the agreement was not profit-driven.
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Crime
Police investigate deadly Homowo clashes at Sowutuom, Anyaa
According to the Accra Regional Police Command, the disturbances erupted when a misunderstanding ensued between followers of two rival chiefs during the sprinkling of the traditional food, Kpokpoi.
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Courts
Journalist granted GH¢100,000 bail over alleged false helicopter crash report
Asare, host of the programme “Nsempafie” on Wontumi Radio, was admitted to bail in the sum of GH¢100,000 with two sureties.
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Courts
Article 146 Committee sitting: Former CJs, legal luminaries testify for Torkornoo
Retired Chief Justices Sophia Akuffo and Kwasi Anin Yeboah were joined by eminent figures such as Nana Dr. S.K.B. Asante, the paramount chief of Asokore Asante and chair of the committee of experts that drafted the 1992 Constitution, retire...
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