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Why Kudus Was Arrested And Dragged To Court In The UK
20 Feb

Why Kudus Was Arrested And Dragged To Court In The UK

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West Ham United attacker Mohammed Kudus was arrested by the police in the United Kingdom (UK) for using his mobile phone while driving his Mercedes around the team's training grounds. According to a report by standard.co.uk, when the player was questioned, he explained that he was setting up the Sat Nav function on his handset. The case which happened on April 30, 2024, was heard this year when Kudus faced the Lavender Hill Magistrate Court and was convicted of using his phone while driving on the road. The player was fined £220, given six penalty points on his license, and…
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When Is Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Trial And What Is He Charged With?
20 Feb

When Is Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ Trial And What Is He Charged With?

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Sean "Diddy" Combs, one of the most successful rappers and music moguls in the US, will soon be on trial for sex trafficking and racketeering charges. He also faces dozens of lawsuits from individuals who say they were harmed and exploited by the rapper through drugs, alcohol and physical abuse. Mr Combs has pleaded not guilty to the criminal charges and rejected the accusations in the individual lawsuits, calling them attempts "for a quick payday". If convicted, he faces up to life in prison on the racketeering charge and a minimum of 15 years for sex trafficking. Who is Sean…
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Court Orders Anas Aremeyaw Anas To Testify Without Mask In Nyantakyi Trial
30 Jan

Court Orders Anas Aremeyaw Anas To Testify Without Mask In Nyantakyi Trial

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The Court of Appeal has ordered investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas to appear in court without a mask in the ongoing case against former Ghana Football Association (GFA) president Kwesi Nyantakyi. The panel ruled unanimously on Thursday, January 30, 2025, that Anas testifying without a mask constitutionally ensures the accused person receives a fair trial. In the ruling, Justice Ackaah Boafo criticized the High Court's initial decision to consider granting Anas' request to testify in disguise, despite the Supreme Court having already ruled that the undercover journalist must testify without a mask. "The doctrine of stare decisis binds lower courts to the decisions of higher…
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EPL Star Due In Court After Alleged ‘Acid Attack And Kidnapping’ Case That Forced Surgery
24 Jan

EPL Star Due In Court After Alleged ‘Acid Attack And Kidnapping’ Case That Forced Surgery

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Brentford striker Yoane Wissa will attend court in France this week for the trial of a woman who allegedly attacked him with acid and attempted to kidnap his child. The incident, which occurred in the summer of 2021, left Wissa with serious injuries to his face and requiring emergency eye surgery. He was described as fortunate not to lose his sight. The attack took place just a few weeks before Wissa joined Brentford from Lorient in a deal worth around £8.5 million. Wissa is the subject of transfer interest from Nottingham Forest, who made a bid of around £20 million…
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Court To Begin Trial Of Two Escapee Prisoners On Jan 27
09 Jan

Court To Begin Trial Of Two Escapee Prisoners On Jan 27

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An Accra Circuit Court has scheduled the trial of two remand prisoners accused of escaping from the Manet Police Station Cells for January 27. The trial date was set after the prosecution completed all necessary disclosures. They are expected to present around three witnesses during the proceedings. The accused, Pius Anundoabil Ayoma, 23, an electrician, and Godwin Klu, 26, a tiler, face charges of conspiracy to commit a crime, specifically escaping lawful custody and causing unlawful damage. Both defendants have pleaded not guilty before the court, presided over by Mr. Samuel Bright Acquah. The prosecution, led by Deputy Superintendent of…
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SALL Case: Judge Unhappy With Persistent Absence Of Lawyers For EC In Court
18 Jun

SALL Case: Judge Unhappy With Persistent Absence Of Lawyers For EC In Court

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His Lordship Justice Owoahene Acheampong has expressed his displeasure at the High Court in Ho on Tuesday over the absence of Justin Amenuvor, the lawyer for the Electoral Commission (EC). The hearing involved an application by Philip Jimanor, the lawyer for the Petitioners, seeking leave to file amended replies to answers provided by both the 1st Respondent, the Electoral Commission, and the 2nd Respondent, Hon. John Peter Amewu. Justice Acheampong referenced a previous incident where he similarly noted the absence of the EC’s former lawyer, Mr. Sekyi-Boampong, questioning why no representative from such a crucial state institution was present in…
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Family Of Slain Soldier Attacks Suspect At Achimota Court Hearing
17 May

Family Of Slain Soldier Attacks Suspect At Achimota Court Hearing

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Tensions reached a boiling point at the Achimota District Court during a hearing for the murder of a soldier in a land dispute at Kasoa Millennium City. The accused, Benlord Ababio, a chief and a reported national security operative, faced charges for fatally shooting the military officer who intervened in the land dispute. The courtroom atmosphere turned volatile as family members of the slain soldier launched a physical attack on Chief Benlord Ababio outside the court premises. During a court break, as Ababio was being paraded, the irate family members confronted him, loudly accusing him of the soldier's death. The…
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Gordon Ready To Pursue Kofi Adam’s ‘Stolen Govt V8 Case’ Even After Court Awards 40k Damages.
16 Apr

Gordon Ready To Pursue Kofi Adam’s ‘Stolen Govt V8 Case’ Even After Court Awards 40k Damages.

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The Managing Editor of ABC News, Gideon Asare Bediako, has emphatically stated that he still stands by his allegations leveled against a former National Organizer of the NDC, Kofi Adams. In 2019, Mr. Bediako had alleged that Kofi Adams, was under police investigation for embossing a wrong registration number plate on an alleged state-owned Toyota Landcruiser V8 vehicle. The registration number GE 5215 – 19, which is being used by the V8, actually is for a Toyota Corolla saloon car. The V8, which is alleged to belong to the state, is being used for car rental services by Kofi Adams…
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Court Orders Arrest Of CID Boss And Another
15 Apr

Court Orders Arrest Of CID Boss And Another

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The High Court in Accra has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of the Director General (DG) of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police and the DG of the Legal and Prosecution Unit of the Ghana Police Service. The arrest orders were issued following the persistent failure of the two to appear in court to answer for alleged contempt charges. The court’s decision came in response to an application filed by Sureword Global Outreach, seeking an order for the respondents to release a vehicle registered as GN 2925-20 to the applicant. Despite the court’s orders, the…
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Trader Remanded After Court Issued Bench Warrant
03 Apr

Trader Remanded After Court Issued Bench Warrant

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An Accra Circuit Court has remanded into police custody a 25-year-old trader, Michael Azu, for failing to appear in court. On December 7, 2023, Azu, who is being held for defrauding by false pretence, failed to turn up in court and a bench warrant was issued for his arrest. When the accused person appeared before the court on January 9, 2024, the court remanded him into police custody to reappear on January 22. Azu is being held for allegedly collecting GH¢250,000 from a trader under the pretext of providing him with a KIA Rhino Truck but failed. He has denied…
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