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The Office of the Attorney General has mounted a significant constitutional challenge at the Supreme Court, questioning key provisions of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959). In an affidavit filed on April 8, 2026, the Attorney General argues that sections of the law granting the Office of the Special Prosecutor independent prosecutorial authority violate Ghana’s 1992 Constitution. At the center of the case, Adamtey v. Attorney General, is a dispute over who ultimately holds the power to prosecute criminal cases in the Republic of Ghana. The Attorney General, as the state’s chief legal advisor, maintains that…

A fresh legal perspective has intensified debate over prosecutorial authority in Ghana, as Professor Stephen Kwaku Asare, a fellow at CDD-Ghana, criticised the Attorney General’s position in the ongoing constitutional case involving the Office of the Special Prosecutor. The case, Adamtey v. Attorney General, raises a fundamental question about who holds prosecutorial power and how it should be exercised within Ghana’s constitutional framework. “This commentary argues that both the Plaintiff’s position and the Attorney-General’s draft statement of case rest on an unduly literal reading of Article 88. That reading is inconsistent with the Constitution’s structure, its purpose, and the practical…

Ghana’s fight against financial crime has entered a decisive phase following the unveiling of a comprehensive national strategy by the International Centre for Public Development (I.C.P.D). For decades, the country has grappled with increasing cases of fraud, corruption, and money laundering, all of which continue to threaten public institutions and hinder economic progress. Anti-corruption advocates have long warned that these crimes go beyond financial losses. They weaken governance systems, erode public confidence, and slow down national development. With the growing sophistication and scale of financial crime, experts now believe that fragmented efforts are no longer effective, making a coordinated national…

Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, a prominent scholar, seasoned diplomat, and a veteran of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has officially announced his bid to contest for the position of National Vice Chairman of the party. The declaration, which has been highly anticipated by political observers, marks the return of one of the party’s most articulate and strategically minded stalwarts to the forefront of internal party governance. In a formal and comprehensive statement titled “Response to a Clarion Call,” the former Minister for Information and former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) revealed that his decision was not a product…

By Leo Nelson A major regulatory shift is underway in Ghana’s pension sector as the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) intensifies its efforts to clamp down on employers who fail to remit Tier 2 pension contributions. The Authority has issued a stern warning that defaulting employers could soon face prosecution, signaling a tougher stance aimed at safeguarding workers’ retirement benefits. Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the NPRA, Victor Azumah, emphasized the seriousness of the offence, stressing that employers who deduct pension contributions but fail to remit them are violating the law and the rights of their employees. “Employers who deduct…

By Leo Nelson President John Dramani Mahama and French President Emmanuel Macron have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, following high-level talks at the Élysée Palace in Paris. The meeting, held at the invitation of President Macron, comes on the heels of the One Health Summit in Lyon, which both leaders co-chaired. Their discussions in Paris marked a continuation of engagements aimed at deepening cooperation across health, economic development, and global security. President Mahama was earlier accorded full military honours at Les Invalides, reflecting the significance France attaches to its relationship with Ghana. Before the bilateral talks, he also…

By Leo Nelson The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has introduced a new shift system for street sweepers as part of efforts to improve sanitation and operational efficiency in the capital. The announcement was made by the Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, during a meeting with sanitation workers on Wednesday, as authorities intensify measures to keep the city clean. Under the new arrangement, street sweepers will be divided into two groups, with one team working in the morning and another in the afternoon. The revised schedule will operate within the timeframe of 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., allowing for better…

By Emmanuel Nii Sackey The Minority in Parliament has accused President John Dramani Mahama of reversing his stance on the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, describing the shift as a betrayal of commitments made to Ghanaians prior to the 2024 general elections. The criticism was delivered at a press conference at Parliament House by John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South, who spoke on behalf of the caucus. Addressing journalists, Rev. Fordjour alleged that the President and his administration had secured electoral victory on the back of strong public advocacy for the bill, only to retreat…

By Leo Nelson The Dodowa-Afienya-Dawhenya road project has reached 35 percent completion, with authorities indicating that work is progressing ahead of schedule. The reconstruction project, which began on December 5, 2025, is expected to be completed by December 4, 2027, forming part of the government’s broader infrastructure drive under its “Big Push” agenda. The project is designed to improve connectivity between key communities in the Greater Accra Region while facilitating the movement of goods and services along the corridor. Major Infrastructure Works Underway The Dodowa-Afienya-Dawhenya road project covers extensive upgrades, including the construction of a 24.8-kilometre single carriageway asphalt road…

By Emmanuel Nii Sackey The minority caucus in Parliament has accused President Mahama and his administration of strategically shifting their stance and abandoning the principles they previously championed, particularly concerning LGBTQ+ issues. According to the minority, the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) perceived the anti-LGBTQ+ bill not merely as a moral matter but also as a strategic political tool. During the 2024 election campaign, they engaged various stakeholders—including the general public, media, religious leaders, civil society groups, and traditional rulers—to portray the then-ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) government as indecisive and disconnected from Ghanaian moral values. At a press briefing…