Crime
Akuapem Odwira 2025:Police reinforce security following Ahwerase clash
The confrontation, which took place on Wednesday, October 23, involved factions aligned with the Abokomanhene of the Asona family and the Baamuhene.
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MoFFA gives one-week ultimatum to unlicensed mortuaries and funeral facilities
In an official statement, the Agency expressed concern about the persistent operation of several facilities without the required authorisation, describing it as a breach of Section 55 of the Health Institutions and Facilities Act, 2011 (Act...
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Africa
ICC convicts Sudanese militia leader for war crimes in Darfur conflict
Kushayb, a senior commander of the Janjaweed militia, was found guilty on 27 counts linked to attacks carried out between 2003 and 2004.
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Others
A judge's dilemma: Does law always mean justice?
The article explores the perennial tension between law and justice, dramatizing it through the lens of legal philosophy. It poses the central question: Does strict adherence to law always deliver justice?
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Crime
Kadjebi: One breakaway suspect re-arrested, other on the run
According to Superintendent Frank Nana Asomaning, District Police Commander, the escape occurred when the suspects overpowered the only officer on duty, a female constable, and forced their way out after damaging the cell door.
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Crime
Fetish priest flees shrine as anti-galamsey task force storms Ankobra River
According to Brigadier General Musah Whajah (Rtd.), the Western Regional National Security Liaison Officer, operations will continue until visible improvements are seen in the river’s condition.
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Courts
Abronye secures GH¢50,000 bail from Accra Circuit Court
The decision followed a motion filed by one of his lawyers, Daniel Nii Martey Addo, seeking an abridgement of time in relation to the case.
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Europe
Musician Sting sued by ex-Police bandmates over royalties
In a civil case filed at the High Court, guitarist Andy Summers and drummer Stewart Copeland claim they have been underpaid for their contributions to songs like Roxanne and Every Breath You Take.
BBC
Europe
Lawyer struck off for billing 23 hours in just one day
The Solicitors Disciplinary Tribunal (SDT) found that Natasha Janet Dionne Fairs, who joined the firm in 2007 and rose to senior associate in 2022, repeatedly overstated her hours across several years.
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Courts
Eight men convicted for assault during Ablekuma North by-election
They were found guilty on their own plea before presiding judge Isaac Addo, who deferred sentencing to Friday, August 29, 2025. Until then, each has been granted bail of GH¢80,000 with one surety.
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Africa
Treason trial of former DR Congo President Kabila begins
Kabila, who ruled DR Congo for nearly two decades, faces a string of serious charges—including treason, murder, rape, torture, and leading an insurrection—over his alleged ties to the M23 rebel group, which controls vast mineral-rich territ...
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General
Law firm partner suspended 15 months for drunken misconduct toward junior staff
The decision, handed down by the New Zealand Lawyers and Conveyancers Disciplinary Tribunal on Thursday, followed earlier findings that the lawyer—whose name remains suppressed during the appeal window—engaged in conduct that included grabb...
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Crime
Police dismantle vehicle theft syndicate in Kumasi ; five arrested, manhunt ongoing
For months, residents reported disturbing incidents where individuals, after withdrawing large sums of money from banks, were trailed and later robbed from their parked vehicles.
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General
Restructuring vs. Liquidation: Choosing the Right Path in Insolvency
This article delves into the details of restructuring and liquidation, exploring the factors that guide the selection and offering valuable insights to guide stakeholders toward the most viable and beneficial outcome in insolvency proceedin...
Eric Ofori Kwaah
Crime
Hidden cash in fertiliser bags:Police seize over GHS 1 million in Juapong
The intercepted vehicle, a Ford Transit bus traveling from Ho to Kumasi, was found to be transporting GH¢1,021,700 in mostly one-cedi notes and coins, stashed in 68 fertiliser sacks.
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General
IMANI's petition to CHRAJ to investigate EC-Full text
My colleagues and I at IMANI have been gravely concerned by the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana’s handling of the nation’s scarce resources in the discharge of its duties, which conduct we believe amounts to “misappropriation”, “wastage”...
Franklin Cudjoe
General
Enhancing Ghana’s ADR Framework: Aligning Arbitration with International Best Practices
This article focuses primarily on arbitration, examines the alignment of the Arbitration section of Ghana’s ADR Act with international standards and explores potential reforms to enhance Ghana’s arbitration landscape, making it more efficie...
Prince Kojo Tabiri ACIArb & Godwin Selasi Owusu ACIArb
Tech
Bollywood music labels sue OpenAI over copyright
The music labels argue that OpenAI, the company behind popular AI tools like ChatGPT, has been using their recordings without permission to train its language models.
Lawyer Monthly
General
Legal Giants: Inside the World’s Top Law Firms - Baker Botts LLP
The firm was founded by James Baker and John Botts in 1840. Initially, Baker Botts operated within the booming Texas economy of the 19th century, establishing a foothold in the state’s legal and business landscape.
Lawyer Monthly
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6 wellness strategies for busy Attorneys
Managing your health successfully starts with keeping medications in check, being up-to-date with regular checkups, and tackling emerging health issues. Time is precious to busy lawyers, and the terrible scheduling of doctor visits and phar...
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