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15 Nov

Pastor Love Granted GH₵2M Bail; Appeals Against 48-Month Jail Term

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The High Court in Accra has granted bail to convicted Pastor Hammond Love in the sum of GH₵2 million as he seeks to appeal his 48-month jail term. In addition to the bail sum, the convict, affectionately known as Pastor Love, must provide three sureties who can justify their properties within the jurisdiction of Accra. The court, presided over by Justice Naa Koowa Quarshie, further stipulated that Pastor Love must deposit his passport with the registry. The passport must remain valid until at least November 15, 2025. Pastor Love, who was present in court, is also required to report to…

07 Oct

Accra High Court Denies Barker Vormawor Bail

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An Accra High Court has refused to grant bail to one of the leaders of the Democracy Hub, Oliver Baker-Vormawor, who organised a recent three-day protest to draw attention to the impact of illegal mining activities, urging the government to take swift action. The court, presided over by Justice Comfort Tasiame, denied his bail application, citing the need for further investigation and concerns about the possibility of public unrest if he is released. Oliver is currently standing bail for treason, and for that reason he cannot be granted bail for another offence, the judge noted. His legal team has argued…

07 Oct

Anti-Galamsey Protestors Granted ¢70k Bail Each

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An Accra High Court presided over by Justice Comfort Tasiame, has granted bail to Ama Governor and eight other individuals involved in recent anti-galamsey protests, setting the bail at GH¢70,000 and requiring two sureties for each defendant. The remaining individuals are Emmanuel Gyan, Emmanuel Kwabena Addo, Ziblim Yakubu, Oheneba Prempeh, Philip Owusu Kwabena, Akisibik Desmond, Von Coffie, and Sadik Yakubu. This ruling follows a hearing that assessed the legal and societal implications of the protestors’ actions against illegal mining in Ghana. The bail conditions aim to ensure that the accused remain available for future court proceedings while allowing them temporary…

22 Aug

Wyllbee’s Lynching: Alleged Lover Granted 100k Bail

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Nana Yaa Nyarko, the primary suspect in Wyllbee’s murder case has been granted bail by the Adum High Court. This ruling follows previous unsuccessful attempts to secure bail from the Akropong Circuit Court. Nana Yaa’s bail was set at GHS 100,000 with sureties, marking an important moment in the ongoing case that has garnered widespread public attention. The Adum High Court’s decision also extended to a second accused individual in the case, who was granted bail under the same terms. However, the court’s ruling was delivered in the absence of Nana Yaa Nyarko. A precautionary measure that was taken due…

03 Jun

Lil Win granted GH¢50k bail; case adjourned to June 27

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Ghanaian actor Kwadwo Nkansah, widely known as Lil Win, has been granted bail of GH¢50,000 with two sureties by the Asokore Mampong District Court following his arrest on Monday, June 3. Lil Win was detained by officers from the Motor Traffic and Transport Department of the Manhyia Divisional Command shortly after being discharged from the hospital. His arrest is linked to a recent accident involving his vehicle, which tragically resulted in the death of a three-year-old boy. The family of the deceased had been pressing for justice, but police cited Lil Win’s ill health as the reason for the delay in…

11 Dec

New Force Spokesperson Pleads Not Guilty, Granted Bail

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The Kaneshie District Court has granted bail to spokesperson for the New Force, Shalimar Abbiussi. The lady, first seen in the group's campaign video, is being charged with allegedly obtaining a student permit by false declaration. Among others, the video highlighted the suffering of Ghanaians under the Akufo-Addo administration using recent demonstrations to question the role of leadership in addressing the concerns of the citizenry. This morning, she was escorted to the court premises in the company of officers from the National Bureau of Investigations. Ms Shalimar has pleaded not guilty to the charge. Some persons were spotted hoisting placards…