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Counsel for former NAFCO CEO prays court to strike out charge sheet
An Accra High Court has adjourned the criminal trial of former National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) CEO, Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, to hear an application seeking to strike out the entire charge sheet against him.
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Ghana must end the cycle where every high-profile investigation becomes political – CDD Fellow
Dr John Osae-Kwapong, a Fellow at the Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), has urged Ghana to break the cycle where every investigation involving high-profile public figures is viewed through a political lens.
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Don't blame only EOCO officers; hold their political bosses accountable – Osae-Kwapong
Dr John Osae-Kwapong, a Fellow at CDD-Ghana, has argued that public accountability over the conduct of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) should not end with individual officers but must extend to the political authorities who supervise the institution.
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US military to start testosterone testing, Hegseth says
Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the US military will start testing the testosterone levels of service members in what he described as an initiative "about restoring and optimising" their capabilities.
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More people around the world now favour China over the US, Pew study suggests
China is now viewed more positively than the US in many countries around the world, according to a new study by the Pew Research Center. It is the first time the organisation has recorded such results.
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Trump sanctions on ICC violate free speech, says lawsuit
A lawsuit by two US-based advocacy groups argues the Trump administration is stifling freedom of speech through penalties it imposed last year against the International Criminal Court (ICC) and Palestinian human rights groups.
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Laws won't stop abuse if homes keep raising boys to dominate women — Zuwera Ibrahimah
Before the passage of laws to protect women and children can achieve their intended impact, societies must first transform the values and attitudes that normalise abuse, says the Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimah. The legislator advocated the stance at the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference in Accra, where women parliamentarians and civil society organisations are discussing regional strategies to combat violence against women and girls.
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Ghana-Russia trade hits $800m as Moscow seeks deeper economic partnership
Bilateral trade between Ghana and Russia grew from $247 million in 2022 to more than $800 million in 2024.
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Argentina face fine for Falklands banner in semi-final win
Argentina face the prospect of a FIFA fine after their players celebrated the World Cup semi-final win against England with a banner in support of their country's claims to the Falkland Islands.
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Man jailed for spending ex-girlfriend's GH¢114,000 loan on betting
An Accra Circuit Court has sentenced Vincent Apetor to 14 days' imprisonment for fraudulently spending GH¢114,000 obtained by his former girlfriend as a loan on football betting.
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Parliaments must prioritise gender-responsive budgets to fight violence against women and girls – Kenyan advocate
Female parliamentarians and gender policy advocates from across West Africa have been urged to use gender-responsive budgeting as a practical tool for combating violence against women and girls. They can do this by ensuring that government commitments are backed by adequate funding, strong oversight and measurable results. The call was made during the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls, being held in Accra, Ghana.
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Three friends remanded for unlawful entry and stealing
Three friends have been remanded into prison custody by the Asante Abuakwa Circuit Court in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality for committing six offences at Amanfrom, near Kumasi.
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Adu-Boahene Trial: Atta Akyea challenges GH¢49.1m figure, says amount should be GH¢38.15m
Defence counsel for former National Signals Bureau (NSB) Director-General, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has challenged the prosecution's claim that GH¢49.1 million was involved in the cyber defence procurement case.
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Iran threatens to block more trade routes as US launches fresh strikes
Iran has threatened to block further trading routes in the region, as the US launched new strikes on military targets.
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FDA launches nutrition profiling system to tackle malnutrition and obesity in Ghana
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has launched the Double-Duty Nutrition Profiling System, a scientific food classification framework designed to promote healthier eating and address Ghana's growing burden of malnutrition, obesity and diet-related non-communicable diseases. The system classifies food products according to their nutritional value and will serve as the foundation for several national food policies aimed at helping consumers make informed dietary choices while creating a healthier food environment.
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West African women parliamentarians push for stronger action against gender-based violence
Women parliamentarians and gender advocates from across West Africa have been urged to support a renewed push for stronger regional action to combat violence against women and girls, with a focus on strengthening laws, improving implementation and fostering cross-border collaboration. The call was made at the West Africa Female Parliamentarians Peer Review Conference in Accra, where participants are examining best practices and challenges in addressing gender-based violence across the sub-region.
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