Trial of Charles Bissue set to begin on July 2
The High Court has scheduled July 2, 2025, as the start date for the trial in the case of Republic v. Charles Bissue. This follows a Case Management Conference during which the prosecution confirmed that all necessary disclosures had been filed as of May 28. According to court records, the prosecution has submitted two witness statements — one accompanied by...
Gabby Otchere-Darko hails Mahama as Ghana’s most prepared President
Prominent New Patriotic Party (NPP) figure Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko has lauded President John Dramani Mahama as the most prepared leader in Ghana’s political history, citing his extensive political journey and experience. Speaking in an interview on Asaase Radio on Monday, Otchere-Darko offered a striking assessment of President Mahama’s career, noting his rise from local governance to the highest office in...
NPP Chairman requests temporary withdrawal from party duties duehealth concerns
The family of Stephen Ayensu Ntim, National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has formally requested his temporary withdrawal from all party responsibilities due to serious health concerns. In a letter dated June 16, addressed to the Chairman of the NPP Council of Elders, Mr. Ntim’s family cited his deteriorating health condition, including signs of “cognitive dissonance and mental...
Flamengo ease past Esperance in Club World Cup opener
Flamengo delivered a composed and commanding performance in Philadelphia on Monday night, easing past Esperance Sportive de Tunis 2-0 to kick-start their Club World Cup campaign with a statement win in Group D. From the outset, the Brazilian giants looked a class above. Controlling possession and dictating the tempo, Flamengo pinned Esperance deep in their own half and rarely let...
Thunder take 3-2 lead in NBA Finals behind Williams’ 40-point Game 5
Oklahoma City stood firm in the face of another furious Indiana comeback, with Jalen Williams lighting up the night to push the Thunder one step closer to their first NBA championship. Game 5 echoed the chaos of Game 1, Thunder dominance, followed by a relentless Pacers surge. But this time, OKC held their ground, fueled by Williams’ playoff-best 40 points...
Boca and Benfica play out heated Club World Cup draw
Hard Rock Stadium felt more like Buenos Aires than Miami as Boca Juniors fans turned a neutral ground into a South American cauldron, but their electric energy wasn’t enough to stop Benfica from clawing back a wild 2-2 draw in a heated Club World Cup opener. From the moment the whistle blew, Boca fans made themselves heard and felt. Thousands...
Chelsea began their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a confident 2-0 win over LAFC
Chelsea kicked off their FIFA Club World Cup campaign with a solid 2-0 win over LAFC, one of the three qualified MLS sides. Goals from Pedro Neto and Enzo Fernandez gave the Blues a promising start as they aim to build on their recent UEFA Conference League victory and return to European prominence. Despite playing in the 71,000-capacity Mercedes-Benz Stadium in...
Justice Dzamefe backs asset declaration for Judges, calls for equal accountability across Government
Supreme Court nominee Justice Senyo Dzamefe has made a strong case for greater transparency in Ghana’s judiciary, insisting that judges, like all public officials, must comply with the constitutional requirement to declare their assets. Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, June 16, Justice Dzamefe argued that no arm of government should be exempt from accountability measures outlined in the...
Justice Senyo Dzamefe advocates for Digital overhaul of Ghana’s Judiciary During Vetting
Supreme Court nominee Justice Senyo Dzamefe has made a compelling appeal for a comprehensive technological transformation of Ghana’s judicial system. He is urging the adoption of artificial intelligence, digital transcription tools, and virtual courtrooms to replace the country’s outdated manual processes. Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, June 16, Justice Dzamefe emphasized that the continued reliance on handwritten court records...
Justice Senyo Dzamefe calls for fixed timelines to speed up court cases in Ghana
Supreme Court nominee Justice Senyo Dzamefe has proposed the introduction of fixed timelines for court cases in Ghana — particularly criminal trials — as part of a broader strategy to enhance the efficiency and responsiveness of the country’s justice system. Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday as the first of seven nominees being vetted for elevation to the Supreme...
