Nigeria court sentences pastor to death over daughter’s murder
A Nigerian court has sentenced pastor Ubong Bassey Etim to death for murdering his 16-year-old daughter after she was falsely accused of witchcraft.
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Five arrested after police recover firearms and ammunition in Accra intelligence operation
Five suspects have been arrested after police recovered firearms, ammunition and other weapons during an intelligence-led operation at Sapeiman in Accra. Investigations are ongoing.
Two Nigerians Arrested After Alleged Murder of Compatriot in Tamale, Police Say
Police say two Nigerian nationals were arrested near Ghana’s border with Togo following the alleged murder of a fellow Nigerian in Tamale. Investigators have recovered several items as exhibits while the suspects await a court appearance. ACCRA, Ghana — Police…
Abu Trica’s Lawyer Alleges Client Was Denied Access Before US Extradition
Lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor alleges Ghanaian authorities denied him access to Abu Trica before his extradition to the United States. Officials had not publicly responded at publication.
Yendi School Closed After Armed Men Allegedly Storm Campus During Land Dispute
Zohe E.P. School in Yendi has been closed after armed men allegedly stormed the campus, assaulted the JHS headmaster and reportedly fired gunshots. Police are investigating.
Ghana Police Arrest 44 as Ashanti Drug Network Allegedly Targeting University Students Is Dismantled
Ghana Police say 44 suspects have been arrested after dismantling an alleged drug distribution network targeting university students in the Ashanti Region.
Police Arrest Convicted Fraudster Eric Afoakwa While Attempting to Leave Ghana
Police have arrested convicted fraudster Eric Afoakwa after allegedly intercepting him while attempting to leave Ghana, years after he was sentenced in absentia to eight years' imprisonment.
Court Sets July 10 Hearing After Former NAFCO CEO’s Airport Arrest
A High Court has fixed July 10 to hear a habeas corpus application after the airport arrest of former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba despite an earlier court-approved travel order.
High Court Sets July 9 Hearing in Abu Trica Extradition Case
Ghana's High Court has fixed July 9 to hear Abu Trica's application to stay his extradition to the United States following an earlier extradition order.
British TikTok influencer charged with murder in Dubai could face death penalty if convicted
A 23-year-old British social media influencer from Kent has been charged with murder following the fatal stabbing of a man in Dubai. She says she acted in self-defence, while campaigners are calling for a full investigation into allegations of domestic…
Three Former Hohoe E.P. SHS Students Arrested Over Alleged School Vandalism
Police in the Volta North Region have arrested three former Hohoe E.P. SHS students over the alleged destruction of school property after their final examinations. Authorities say investigations are continuing and more arrests could follow. HOHOE, Ghana — Police in…
Police Arrest Suspect in Death of UCC Student Innocentia Avinu
Ghana Police have arrested a 39-year-old man in connection with the death of University of Cape Coast student Innocentia Avinu. Investigators say the suspect was the last known person to have been with the student before her body was discovered…
Three Arrested in Police Raid on Illegal Mining Site Along Ghana Water Pipeline
Police in Ghana’s Central Region have arrested three suspected illegal miners during an operation targeting a site located along a major Ghana Water Limited pipeline, with officers seizing pumping equipment and other mining tools. CAPE COAST, Ghana — Police in…
Missing Newborn at Salaga Hospital Sparks Police Investigation
Police are investigating the reported disappearance of a newborn baby from Salaga Municipal Hospital in Ghana's Savannah Region, with two midwives assisting enquiries.
Manhunt Under Way in South Africa After 12 Killed in Mass Shooting Near Johannesburg
South African police are hunting more than 10 suspects after a mass shooting near Johannesburg killed 12 people and injured nine others. Investigators are examining possible links to illegal mining.
Teacher Arrested After Viral Assault Video Sparks Safeguarding Concerns at Nyinahin Catholic SHS
A teacher at Nyinahin Catholic Senior High School has been arrested after a viral video appeared to show the assault of an 18-year-old female student. Police and education authorities have launched investigations into the incident.
