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16 Jul•6 min read
Ofankor Crash: Police Say Viral Vitz Hero Story Got It Wrong
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Police say a viral Ofankor crash story wrongly praised a Vitz driver, while early findings point to reckless driving and
Police say a viral Ofankor crash story wrongly praised a Vitz driver, while early findings point to reckless driving and a trucker's quick braking.
18 Apr•4 min read
OSP prosecutorial power controversy was settled before law was passed - Kofi Bentil
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Kofi Bentil says the OSP power debate was settled before the law passed. What changed?
Kofi Bentil of IMANI Africa has reignited debate around the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP)-specifically its prosecutorial powers. Bentil claims the OSP's authority was settled long ago, but renewed controversy hints at deeper issues within Ghana's legal framework-what could they be?
16 Mar•3 min read
Amansie Central DCE's presence in office does not affect ongoing probe - Lands Ministry PRO
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Will the Amansie Central DCE's continued presence in office affect the illegal mining probe?
The Lands Ministry PRO addressed concerns about the Amansie Central DCE remaining in office amid an illegal mining taxation probe - a situation raising questions about potential interference. The PRO insists investigative protocols are designed to prevent any such compromise.
16 Mar•4 min read
A Tax for Galamsey: Gov't probe outcome expected by end of first quarter - Lands Ministry PRO
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Why is the investigation into alleged illegal mining taxes taking so long - and what reforms might it recommend?
The Lands Ministry is investigating allegations against the Amansie Central DCE regarding illegal mining taxes- a probe expected to conclude soon. The investigation's complexity has led to delays, raising questions about potential wider implications.
17 Mar•2 min read
New Juaben South MP calls for arrest of NDC youth who locked up Ejisu NHIA office
Summary
Why is an MP calling for arrests after the closure of a government office?
Michael Okyere Baafi, MP for New Juaben South, addresses the closure of the NHIA office in Ejisu. The MP highlights the importance of protecting Ghana's democratic institutions - but why is he so concerned?
16 Mar•3 min read
Hit-and-run case: Bring report of death to parliament - Nanton MP
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Why is an MP demanding a report on a hit-and-run be brought before Ghana's Parliament?
Nanton MP- Dr Abdul-Khaliq Mohammed Sherif- is calling for a parliamentary review of a hit-and-run case. He wants the House's health committee to examine the report's findings - but what will they uncover?
28 Jun•3 min read
Rising defamation suits are crippling investigative journalism in Ghana - GJA
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Ghana's media landscape faces a growing challenge as legal battles threaten to silence critical reporting - what does this mean for accountability?
The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has voiced concerns regarding the increasing number of defamation lawsuits impacting investigative
28 Jun•4 min read
Powerful individuals using defamation suits to silence journalists - GJA General Secretary
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Dominic Hlordze of the GJA warns that strategic defamation lawsuits are intimidating journalists and impacting the quality of reporting.
The General Secretary of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), Dominic Hlordze, has raised concerns about powerful individuals using defamation
28 Jun•3 min read
GJA calls for dedicated defamation law to protect journalists and clarify media litigation
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The GJA is pushing for a new defamation law in Ghana-find out why the current legal framework is causing uncertainty for journalists and the courts.
The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) is advocating for Parliament to enact a dedicated defamation law to address the current reliance on common
9 May•2 min read
Former Buffer Stock CEO's case one of EOCO's strongest - Raymond Archer asserts
Summary
Why does EOCO consider this one of their strongest cases - and what fresh evidence led to the couple's re-arrest?
The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) is currently handling a case involving former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Abdul-Wahab Hanan and his wife. Executive Secretary Raymond Archer claims it is one of their strongest cases - but the couple's re-arrest has sparked debate.
27 Jun•2 min read
Dragging Kennedy Agyapong to disciplinary committee is not wrong - Twum-Barimah
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While disciplinary action against Kennedy Agyapong may be warranted, a key figure argues the NPP should not overlook the substance of his concerns.
Alexander Twum-Barimah, Deputy Director-General of NACOC, discusses the NPP's potential disciplinary action against Kennedy Agyapong. He suggests
2d ago•3 min read
OSP should not be solely blamed for Ofori-Atta situation - Prof Atua
Summary
A legal expert challenges the narrative surrounding the OSP's role in the Ofori-Atta case, raising questions about broader accountability.
Professor Kwadwo Appiagyei Atua of the University of Ghana argues that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) should not be solely blamed for
9 May•2 min read
Raymond Archer has made EOCO a one-man institution - Afenyo-Markin
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Is EOCO becoming a 'one-man institution' under Raymond Archer? The Minority Leader raises concerns.
Afenyo-Markin has criticised Raymond Archer's leadership at EOCO. He suggests the agency is becoming overly centralised - raising questions about its operational integrity.
25 Apr•2 min read
Kwame Akuffo urges Ghana to address local xenophobia while condemning attacks abroad
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Why is a Ghanaian politician calling for a more balanced approach to xenophobia?
Kwame Akuffo has urged Ghana to address xenophobia both at home and abroad. He warns against focusing solely on attacks against Ghanaians abroad- while neglecting similar issues within Ghana.
15 Jul•2 min read
Manasseh Azure urges tougher judicial action against attacks on journalists
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Manasseh Azure Awuni raises concerns about the judiciary's role in protecting journalists- could current practices be undermining press freedom?
Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has urged the judiciary to take stronger action against attacks on journalists in Ghana. He believes
9 May•2 min read
Charles Amissah's Death: Victor Bright calls for action on Committee Recommendations, not "usual noise"
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Will Charles Amissah's death lead to real change, or will it be "usual noise," as Victor Bright fears?
Victor Bright is calling for action following the death of Charles Amissah. An inter-ministerial committee has released recommendations, but will this be another case of short-lived outrage?
7 May•3 min read
Never did I interfere in OSP's work - Godfred Dame
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Godfred Dame is speaking out about the OSP - but what exactly does he have to say about the anti-corruption body?
Former Attorney General Godfred Dame has spoken about his relationship with the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). Dame insists he never interfered with the anti-corruption body's work - raising questions about the current legal battles.