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17 Aug•3 min read
Profile: Odeneho Kwaku Appiah 'COKA' - The grassroots organiser now leading Ashanti NPP
Summary
Discover how a seasoned grassroots organizer rose through the ranks to lead the NPP in its Ashanti stronghold.
Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, known as 'COKA', has a long history of grassroots involvement within the NPP in the Ashanti Region. His journey to leadership
16 Mar•4 min read
Loopholes in Ghana's laws fuel corruption - Transparency International warns
Summary
Ghana's laws have loopholes that are fueling corruption - but how?
Transparency International warns that Ghana's laws are enabling corruption. Weaknesses and poor enforcement are allowing wrongdoing to persist - but what impact is this having?
26 Jun•2 min read
This Saturday on Newsfile: Torkornoo case, Larry Dogbe jail, $208 million meth bust and 'Ken Must Go'
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Tune in this Saturday as Newsfile tackles the Torkornoo case, Larry Dogbe's jailing, a major meth bust, and the 'Ken Must Go' campaign.
This Saturday, Newsfile will host a national conversation on Ghana's most topical legal, political, and governance issues. The program will bring
31 May•4 min read
Afrophobic attacks: South African firms in Ghana must pay for citizen evacuations - Kofi Bentil
Summary
Why does a policy analyst want South African companies operating in Ghana to pay for citizen evacuations?
Kofi Bentil is calling for South African companies in Ghana to take responsibility for the evacuation of Ghanaians in South Africa- due to afrophobic attacks. He argues that these companies should bear the cost, hinting at a significant shift in how Ghana addresses such crises.
6 Jul•4 min read
Judiciary must embrace technology, reforms - Prof Bondzi-Simpson
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Discover why a leading academic believes Ghana's justice system must evolve beyond its legacy to meet modern demands.
Professor Philip Ebow Bondzi-Simpson has urged Ghana's Judiciary to embrace technology and reforms for a more efficient justice system. This call
8 Jul•7 min read
Kantanka Succession Dispute: Legal Counsel Clarifies Kristo Asafo Mission Leadership Position
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Legal practitioner Kwame Akufo clarifies that Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka's will does not name a church successor, dism
Legal practitioner Kwame Akufo clarifies that Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka's will does not name a church successor, dismissing claims regarding
21 Aug•2 min read
Legal vacation: Supreme Court to rule on Oppong Nkrumah's suit against Chief Justice today
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A crucial Supreme Court ruling today could redefine the boundaries of judicial administrative powers during legal vacations.
The Supreme Court is set to rule today on a suit filed by MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah challenging the Chief Justice's warrant allowing certain High Court
21 Aug•3 min read
Supreme Court to rule today on challenge to legal vacation warrants
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A crucial Supreme Court ruling today could redefine the boundaries of judicial authority and impact the rights of accused persons during legal
The Supreme Court is set to rule today on a challenge to administrative warrants issued by the Chief Justice, which allowed selected High Court
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?
30 May•3 min read
'Ghana can survive without your aid' - Catholic Bishops respond to threats over anti-LGBTQ+ bill passage
Summary
The Catholic Bishops' Conference says Ghana can survive without aid - but is that really true?
The Ghana Catholic Bishops' Conference is in disagreement with Western governments and multilateral donors over the anti-LGBTQ+ bill. The group suggests that Ghana should be ready to reject foreign aid if it compromises the nation's values - but at what cost?
30 Mar•3 min read
Partial government shutdown becomes the longest in US history
Summary
Lawmakers are in a standoff over funding, and the consequences are being felt across the country - but how?
A partial US government shutdown continues as lawmakers fight over funding for the Department of Homeland Security. The impasse has led to chaos and raised concerns- but the feud continues.
21 Jul•4 min read
Minority Declares Wontumi 'Political Prisoner'
Summary
The Parliamentary Minority has launched a scathing attack on a recent High Court conviction, raising serious questions about judicial fairness.
Ghana's Parliamentary Minority has strongly criticized the High Court's conviction of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako
2 Sept•4 min read
NPP set to challenge government's position on constitutional reforms
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The NPP is poised to challenge the government's stance on constitutional reforms, raising questions about the accuracy of previous consultations.
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is preparing to challenge aspects of the government's proposed constitutional reforms. The party believes
2 Sept•3 min read
NPP warns government against taking control of constitutional referendum campaign
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Why is the NPP so concerned about the government's role in the constitutional referendum campaign, and what are the potential implications?
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has cautioned the government against monopolizing the campaign for upcoming constitutional amendments. This
5 Aug•4 min read
2 cedis diesel relief not generosity - Minority
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The opposition challenges the government's portrayal of a recent diesel price reduction, suggesting it falls short of genuine relief for Ghanaians.
Ghana's opposition New Patriotic Party has criticized the government's recent two-cedi diesel relief, arguing it is merely a temporary measure. They
9 Apr•2 min read
OSP's power to prosecute without AG's authorisation unconstitutional - AG files at Supreme Court
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A constitutional challenge could handcuff the Special Prosecutor's office - what does it mean for corruption fights?
The Attorney General has challenged the OSP Act at the Supreme Court, questioning the Special Prosecutor's independent authority. This legal battle could significantly impact the OSP's ability to prosecute corruption cases- but how?
2 Jul•2 min read
North East NPP Aspirant: 'I'm battle-tested to deliver'
Summary
Discover why Lawyer Sulley Sambian believes his experience and strategy are essential to secure the NPP's stronghold in the North East Region.
Lawyer Sulley Sambian, North East Regional Secretary of the NPP, is vying for the Regional Chairman position, asserting his readiness to lead the