Legal Resources

Case of the Week: Ghana Bar Association v Attorney General and Another

This case served as a defining moment in affirming that the courts must not be co-opted for resolving political or…

11 months ago

Full Ruling, The Republic v James Gyakye Quayson

The ruling by the Accra High Court brought finality to one of the most high-profile and politically sensitive criminal prosecutions…

11 months ago

Case of the week: Glah and Another v. The Republic

The case underscores the fundamental principle that criminal law should not be wielded as a tool to enforce moral or…

11 months ago

Case of the Week: Ama Serwaa v Gariba Hashimu and Issaka Hashimu

This case reinforces the principle that a promise to marry, even in the absence of formal customary rites, can give…

11 months ago

Case of the Week: Dr. Gilbert Anyetei v. Sussana Anyetei

The High Court ruled in favor of the wife, granting her 50% of the properties. However, the Court of Appeal…

11 months ago

Case of the Week: Martin Kpebu v Attorney General

This decision reaffirmed the cherished  principle of judicial discretion in bail matters, ensuring that courts have the authority to assess bail…

11 months ago

Proprietary Estoppel And Adverse Possession: a Struggle Between Fairness And Legalised Theft

It is apparent from the proprietary estoppel cases that the courts apply fairness and adopt a very broad discretion in…

11 months ago

Case of the week: Francis Osei-Bonsu v. Attorney General

The Attorney General, in an unusual but commendable move, conceded that the provisions in question were unconstitutional.

11 months ago

Weaponising Non-Cooperation: The USA’s Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act (H.R. 23) and its Assault on International Criminal Justice

State cooperation is essential for the ICC's effectiveness. Without the support of states, the ICC cannot access evidence, secure the…

1 year ago

Case of the Week: Hemans v. Cofie

This case strongly condemns police interference in civil disputes, reaffirming that law enforcement has no role in debt collection.

11 months ago