Courts
Illegal miner jailed 20 years for stabbing okada rider to death, stealing motorbike
The convict, Jacob Dari—popularly known as “Jaybad”—pleaded guilty to robbery before the court presided over by Judge Hathia Ama.
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Results for "2021 Public Safety and Crime report"
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Crime
Cleaner to stand trial over Cashier’s death at Twumasiwaa Hospital
During a committal proceeding, Vitlas is to face a charge of murder following the Attorney General’s advice.
GNA
Crime
Police arrest 12 members of organized crime syndicate over robbery and murder incidents
The syndicate is believed to be behind a series of carjacking, armed robbery, and murder cases across the country.
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Crime
Sureties cannot be prosecuted for non fulfilment of bail bonds, penalties: Fair to victims? – Lawyer expatiates
Sureties cannot be prosecuted for non fulfillment of bail bonds, penalties: Fair to victims? – Lawyer expatiates
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General
Interior Minister advises Ghanaians against shielding of criminals
Mr Dery advised citizens not to remain at crime scenes but to quickly exit in order not to distort useful leads that could help the CID trace the culprits.
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Crime
Police launch investigation into fatal armed attack, murder of immigration officer at Gbintri checkpoint
According to a statement signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Robert Anabik Anmain, the Regional Public Affairs Officer, the incident occurred at approximately 1:00 a.m. on Friday, October 3, 2025, when unidentified gunmen opened...
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Courts
UDS faces court injunction over appointment of new Vice-Chancellor
The motion was filed on Thursday, June 09, by Victor Kodjoga Adawudu, Counsel for Emmanuel Osabutey, a former student of UDS, who is the plaintiff.
GNA
General
Kissi Agyebeng sworn-in as Special Prosecutor
Mr Agyebeng becomes the second person to occupy the office of Special Prosecutor after Mr Martin Amidu who resigned in November 2020 amidst controversy.
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Courts
Police arrest four, suspected of robbery at Weija
“We want to assure the public that we will continue to do whatever it takes to make our communities safe and peaceful
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General
CHRAJ appeals to Public Officers to declare assets before taking office in new gov't
In a statement signed by Commissioner Joseph Whittal, CHRAJ emphasized the need for the swift passage of the Conduct of Public Officers Bill, which aims to strengthen governance and accountability structures in the country.
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General
Speaker touts Ghana's strides in corruption fight, highlights key legislations
Speaking during a high-level meeting with the African Union Advisory Board against Corruption at Parliament House in Accra on Monday, Mr. Bagbin highlighted Parliament’s proactive role in the national fight against corruption.
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Courts
Savannah Region: Teacher sentenced seven years to jail for sodomising 18 students
The accused, Natogmah Yamousa Otabil was arrested on September 27, 2021, following complaints by some family members of the victims.
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Courts
Court remands sex for escape Policeman
Around midnight the accused gave the plaintiff, who was a prisoner on remand at that time, ‘Abe Nsuo’ popularly called “One show” to the plaintiff to drink.
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Crime
‘I shot AWA engineer because I mistook him for a pig’ – Suspect
The prime suspect in the killing of the Aeronautic Engineer with African World Airline (AWA) has admitted committing the act.
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Europe
Parents of teenager who shot dead four classmates in the US jailed for manslaughter
The Crumbleys are the first parents to be convicted of manslaughter in a child's school shooting. Their son Ethan is serving life in prison for murder after killing four students at Oxford High School, near Detroit in Michigan, in November...
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Courts
I inflicted machete wounds on my husband in self-defence – Wife tells court
The 28-year-old woman who was recently arrested for inflicting multiple machete wounds on her husband during a confrontation at Nkumkwaa, a village near Agona Duotu in the Central Region says she did that to defend herself.
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Election Petition
Election petition: Rule according to your conscience – Tsatsu to judges
Lawyer for the petitioner in the ongoing Supreme Court trial over the 2020 presidential election Tsatsu Tsikata has appealed to the judges to rule on the matter according to their conscience.
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General
Enforce Section (92) of PPA Act- GII to Gov’t
The Executive Director, Mrs. Linda Ofori-Kwafo called for the enforcement of Section 92 of the PPA Act, especially during emergencies to deter officials who may want to take advantage.
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General
Parliament passed 12 major bills at its second meeting
The laws passed include the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025; Ghana Investment Promotion Authority Bill, 2025; Maritime and Related Offences Bill, 2026; Community Service Bill, 2026.
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Courts
Alleged Extortion: Captain Smart bail process not completed
According to the prosecution, the charges relate to alleged extortion from a Tema-based Businessman, Ahmed Kwabena Nkrumah a sum of $10,000 and ¢50,000 in December 2021 and January 12, 2022, respectively.
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