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Justice Baffoe-Bonnie nominated as next Chief Justice
The Presidency described Justice Baffoe-Bonnie as a jurist who has served with “diligence and integrity” and made “invaluable contributions to Ghanaian jurisprudence
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Judicial Service staff reminded to safeguard integrity of the institution
At the Judicial Service of Ghana (JSG) staff durbar held in Wa, Justice Amaliboba cautioned that any employee found guilty of misconduct would face sanctions.
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Acting Chief Justice calls for bold action to end Galamsey
In a speech delivered on his behalf by Supreme Court Justice Hafisata Amaleboba at the opening of the 2025/26 Bar Conference in Wa, Upper West Region, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie described galamsey as an existential threat to Ghana’s survival, de...
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Africa
Burkina Faso bans homosexual acts
The new measure, unanimously voted through on Monday, imposes punishments of up to five years in jail, and has become part of a broader crackdown on same-sex relationships across the continent.
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Acting CJ mourns helicopter crash victims, urges national unity
In a statement issued on behalf of the Judiciary and Judicial Service, Justice Baffoe Bonnie described the victims as patriots who devoted their lives to national service.
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Crime
Judiciary, Prisons Service discuss ways to bridge gaps in justice system
The visit focused on key issues such as delays in processing remand cases and the enhancement of Electronic Case Management systems to better track inmate statuses.
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Courts
Adom-Otchere’s lawyer slams OSP’s bail conditions as excessive, discriminatory
In an interview with Channel One TV on Thursday, July 31, his lawyer, Nicholas Lenin Anane Agyei, described the condition as unreasonable and discriminatory, arguing that it unfairly targets individuals without personal wealth or real estat...
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Asantehene officially hands over 1.12-acre land for Ghana School of Law Kumasi campus
The 1.12-acre land, strategically located behind the Ministries enclave in Kumasi, is expected to serve as the permanent home for the school’s Kumasi campus, marking a major step toward expanding access to professional legal education beyon...
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Acting CJ bemoans rising ethical breaches among lawyers
He shared this troubling anecdote on Monday, July 21, during the commissioning of the new Moot Court facility at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) Law School.
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Courts
Ghanaians urged to embrace ADR as key to swift, fair justice
Speaking at the launch of National ADR Week in Koforidua under the theme “Building the Pillars of Justice Delivery Through ADR”, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie described ADR as a “win-win” approach that often leads to quicker, fairer outcomes while...
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Africa
Monument to be established in Ghana in honour of 1994 Rwandan genocide
The announcement was made by Yussif Issaka Jajah, Member of Parliament and Deputy Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, during Ghana’s commemoration of Rwanda’s 31st Liberation Day, known as Kwibohora.
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Courts
Ho court jails man 19 years for robbing pregnant woman
The court, presided over by His Honour Osman Abdul Hakeem, handed down the sentence after Avortide pleaded guilty to the charge of robbery.
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Courts
Lawyers excused from court duties on July 2
In a letter issued by the Acting Judicial Secretary, approval was granted by His Lordship Justice Baffoe-Bonnie, Acting Chief Justice, for all lawyers in the region to be excused from court proceedings today.
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Lawyers granted leave from court duties on June 30 for Martyrs’ Day
In a circular issued on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, to all judges and magistrates nationwide, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie reaffirmed the long-standing tradition of permitting legal practitioners to withdraw their services in order to participate in t...
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Courts
Four jailed, others remanded over BECE malpractices in Kintampo
The convicted individuals—three teachers and a school administrator—were also ordered to sign a bond of good behavior for two years.
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President Mahama Nominates Seven Justices to Ghana’s Supreme Court
President John Dramani Mahama has nominated seven Justices of the Court of Appeal to the Supreme Court, in accordance with Article 144(2) of the 1992 Constitution.
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Withdraw new court assignment directive-GBA urges Acting CJ
In a formal statement released on April 26, the GBA raised alarm over the ambiguity surrounding the order and its potential to disrupt the efficiency of the judicial process.
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Courts
Ag. CJ directs superior court registrars to submit new cases for court assignment, judge empanelling, hearing dates
The directive, dated April 23, 2025, was issued through the office of the Deputy Judicial Secretary and is directed at the Registrars of the High Court, Court of Appeal, and Supreme Court.
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Crime
Two friends get three years each over theft of window frames
The accused pleaded guilty to the charges and were convicted accordingly.
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Business
GPHA, GRA bosses assure efficient cargo clearance, trade facilitation
The visit underscored the ongoing partnership between GRA and GPHA, with both leaders reaffirming their commitment to improving cargo clearance processes, reducing delays, and lowering the overall cost of doing business at Ghana’s ports.
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