Opinion
Diversification – The Anticipations of Ghana’s Companies Act, 2019
The author discuss the concept of diversification and how Ghana’s Companies Act anticipates its practice
Richard Nunekpeku
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Opinion
Creditors’ right to the payment of debt and the Limited Liability feature of a company limited by shares
The author discusses the concept of limited liability and the creditors’ right to payment and offers some recommendations on creditors’ due diligence as a means of averting the ultimate termination of the right to the payment due to the ben...
Richard Nunekpeku
Opinion
Ownership of a private company versus ownership of the company’s properties – The shareholders limitations
The author draws the distinction between the ownership of a private company and the ownership of its assets and offers recommendations for the promotion of compliance with long-standing company law practices and principles on company proper...
Richard Nunekpeku
Opinion
Intestate Succession in Ghana: How PNDCL 111 Shapes Families After Death
The article examines how Ghana’s Intestate Succession Law, 1985 (PNDCL 111) protects spouses and children while exposing ongoing challenges in modern family structures, estate administration, and succession disputes. It ultimately argues th...
Naa Awura Dede Osabutey
Opinion
Ghana’s Legal Profession Is Entering the AI Era Without a Regulatory Framework
The article argues that Ghana’s legal ethics rules still provide a strong foundation, but they do not directly address the realities of AI-assisted legal practice. It concludes that the General Legal Council should clarify how existing duti...
Michel A. Nkansah
Opinion
Governance beyond the Cross
This article explores how Easter's spiritual lessons, particularly the leadership model of Christ, offer timeless governance principles—such as clarity of vision, diversity, transparency, and transformative leadership—essential for building...
Harold Boateng
Opinion
The five deadly sins of family business succession and how to avoid them
Family business succession is fraught with pitfalls that can lead to its downfall if not managed properly. The five deadly sins—lack of planning, favoritism, resistance to innovation, poor communication, and unprepared successors—must be co...
Kweku Wiafe and Theodore Albright
Opinion
Ghana: The Ideal Member to Host the Proposed UNCITRAL Advisory Centre on International Investment Dispute Settlement (Investor-State Dispute Settlement)
This article makes a compelling case for Ghana to host the proposed UNCITRAL Advisory Centre on International Investment Dispute Settlement (ISDS). It highlights Ghana's strategic location, political stability, neutrality, and growing role...
Prince Kojo Tabiri and Godwin Selasi Owusu
Opinion
CV Drafting, an important missing piece in a Ghanaian Lawyer or law student tool box
A well-crafted CV is essential for Ghanaian lawyers and law students, yet many struggle with drafting due to the lack of formal training. This article outlines key components, formatting tips, and best practices to help legal professionals...
Dennis Adjei Dwomoh
Opinion
Are Litigation Lawyers Working for Their Court Clerks?
The article discusses the vital yet underappreciated role of law clerks in Ghanaian litigation practice, highlighting financial risks associated with their responsibilities due to a lack of oversight. It proposes measures such as digital pa...
Dennis Adjei Dwomoh Esq.
Opinion
Review of the Supreme Court’s Ruling to halt the Ruling of the Speaker of Parliament: Does it amount to an unconstitutional usurpation of Parliamentary Powers by the Supreme Court of Ghana?
The article critiques the Supreme Court of Ghana's decision to suspend the Speaker of Parliament's ruling on vacant parliamentary seats, arguing that it amounts to an unconstitutional usurpation of Parliament's powers. The author contends t...
Joseph Kwaku Asamoah, PhD.
Opinion
The E- levy and matters arising. Is our rage justified or are we at our nagging best?
The author discusses the proposed levy in the light of our prevailing tax policy, our economic state as a nation and hysterically, our vigorous pursuit of the ‘kamikaze’ button in our digital inclusion agenda.
Jonathan Alua
Opinion
Multiplicity of judgments on land and its effect on land administration – Site Plans as part of pleadings and setting up of list units in the courts
The author urges that the legislative instruments required for the operationalization of the Land Act, 2019 are completed in good time so the objectives of the law are promptly achieved
Joyce Attah-Gyamfi
Opinion
Of stunted growth, stretch marks and ‘K’ legs: The unlawful personal qualification criteria of Ghana Immigration Service
The author recounts the long queues and other forms of discomfort that characterized the recruitment processes by the Ghana Immigration Service recently and advocates for a refund of the monies paid by applicants who weren't selected
Francisca Serwaa Boateng
Opinion
Killing me softly: How Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ “authentication” directive is sending the “omnia praesumuntur” rule to an early grave
The author disagrees with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ recent decision to reject all official documents presented for attestation without a further act of authentication by the issuing official. See her full reasoning in this article
Francisca Serwaa Boateng, Esq.