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Makola onion seller sues Telecel for GH¢2 million for using her picture without her consent

Makola onion seller sues Telecel for GH¢2 million for using her picture without her consent

An onion seller near Makola Market in Accra, Madam Faustina Djagbele Abbey, has filed a GH¢ 2 million lawsuits against telecom giant Telecel, operated by Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited, for what she describes as a gross violation of her privacy, personal liberties, and image rights. According to court documents filed at the High Court, through […] The post Makola onion seller sues Telecel for GH¢2 million for using her picture without …See the Story

Court Dismisses Ken Ofori-Atta’s Bid to Halt OSP Wanted Notice, Fines Him GH¢5,000

Interpol · Accra

Court Dismisses Ken Ofori-Atta’s Bid to Halt OSP Wanted Notice, Fines Him GH¢5,000

A Human Rights Court in Accra has dismissed an injunction application by former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, who sought to stop the Office of the Special Prosecutor from issuing public wanted notices. The court also imposed a GH¢5,000 fine on the applicant, signalling its displeasure with what it may have viewed as an attempt to frustrate legitimate law enforcement proceedings. News In: The Human Rights Court has dismissed an application by …See the Story

All You Need to Know About the 'Chairmen' of 'The Enterprise' Set to Be Extradited to US

Interpol · Accra

All You Need to Know About the 'Chairmen' of 'The Enterprise' Set to Be Extradited to US

Three Ghanaians were recently arrested in connection with a $100 million fraud scheme involving Business Email Compromise (BEC) and romance scams, commonly known as ‘sakawa’, in the United States of America (USA). The three suspects who are about to be extradited to the US, GhanaWeb has gathered, are part of the criminal gang known as […] The post All you need to know about the ‘chairmen’ of ‘The Enterprise’ set to be extradited to US appeared f…See the Story

Deborah Seyram Adablah Freed After Serving 45 Days in Prison for Contempt of Court

Deborah Seyram Adablah, the Ghanaian woman at the centre of a high-profile office romance and legal controversy, has been released from prison after serving a 45-day sentence for contempt of court. A bench warrant for her immediate arrest was issued on 5 May after she publicly accused a High Court judge of bias in her ongoing legal dispute with her former boss and alleged romantic partner. READ MORE: Evangelist Akwasi Nyarko appeals to Mahama an…Social Media · Accra See the Story

Petition Against SC Judge Nominee Justice Ackaah-Boafo Derails Vetting Session

The usually rigorous vetting process for President John Mahama’s Supreme Court judge nominees has taken an unexpected turn in Parliament, as the hearing for Court of Appeal Justice Kweku T. Ackaah-Boafo has been postponed indefinitely. The dramatic halt follows the last-minute submission of a petition to Parliament’s Appointments Committee, alleging judicial bias and misconduct against […] The post Petition against SC judge nominee Justice Ackaa…Justice · Accra See the Story

Onafriq Partners with PAPSS to Launch Cross-Border Payment Services in Ghana

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/onafriq-partners-with-papss-to-launch-cross-border-payment-services-in-ghana/Onafriq, in collaboration with the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS), announced the launch of a new cross-border payment service that will initially pilot outbound transactions in Ghana. This launch operationalises the partnership established in 2022, aimed a…Accra · Accra See the Story

Black Stars defender pays a surprise visit to President Mahama, gifts him in special gesture

Black Stars defender Mohammed Salisu paid a surprise visit to President John Dramani Mahama at his residence, gifting him a special AS Monaco jersey.Accra · Accra Read Article

Interior Minister Pledges Support to Fire Service Logistics Gaps

The Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has assured the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) of the government’s firm commitment to resolving critical logistical and equipment challenges facing the Service. His statement came during the Passing Out Parade of Recruit Course 55 held at the Fire Academy and Training School in Jamestown, Accra – a ceremony that marked the formal entry of new recruits into active service. “Addre…Accra · Accra Read Article

President Mahama Pledges GHS 1 Billion to Retool Security Agencies

President John Dramani Mahama has announced a bold GHS 1 billion retooling package for Ghana’s security agencies, aimed at enhancing their operational capacity and addressing long-standing logistical constraints. The President made the announcement during a courtesy visit paid to him at the Jubilee House by senior officers of all eleven agencies under the Ministry of the Interior. Addressing the delegation, President Mahama expressed deep conce…Accra · Accra Read Article

Luxury on show: Football club owner’s mansion and luxury cars drop online after arrest

The mansion and high-end cars of Inusah Ahmed, the owner of PAC Academy, who was allegedly arrested by the FBI in connection to a fraud case, have surfaced online.FBI · Accra Read Article

The day Andre Ayew conquered Yaya Toure and Samuel Eto'o

Andre Ayew follows in his father Abedi Pele's footsteps, winning the BBC African Footballer of the Year in 2011, surpassing stars like Yaya Toure and Samuel Eto'oAccra · Accra Read Article

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