Also known as: the High Court · General Jurisdiction Division of the High Court in Accra · High Court of Justice (General Jurisdiction), Accra
High Court in Accra — Ghana's principal trial court, handles criminal and civil cases including extradition, corruption, defamation, and constitutional rights matters.
THE High Court in Accra yesterday admitted into evidence a letter allegedly written by Gifty Oware-Mensah, a former National Service Scheme Deputy Executive Director, directing the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) to transfer GH¢31 million into her company’s private bank accou …
The High Court in Accra has granted bail to the former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company Limited (NAFCO), Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, who are standing trial over alleged corruption and financial-related offences invol …
… According to court documents filed at the High Court in Accra, the accused persons face four counts, including defrauding by false pretence, uttering forged documents, money laundering and causing financial loss to a public institution. …
Fresh court documents filed at the High Court in Accra have alleged a list of criminal charges against former National Food and Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) Chief Executive Officer, Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, over alleged financial improprieties in …
Joana Quaye, the former wife of businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye (RNAQ), has filed an application at the Divorce and Matrimonial Division of the High Court in Accra seeking to stop him from selling or transferring shares in several companies and high-value properties. …
… In a ruling delivered on Thursday, May 14, the Human Rights Division of the High Court in Accra entered judgment in favour of journalist Bridget Otoo and two other applicants in the case titled Bridget Otoo & 2 Others v. …
The High Court in Accra has ruled that the Ghana Police Service violated the constitutional rights of journalist Bridget Otoo and two other applicants during the #OccupyJulorbiHouse protest in September 2023. …
A High Court in Accra has affirmed the extradition of Frederick Kumi, known as Abu Trica, to the United States over alleged conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering targeting the elderly, estimated at $8 million. His lawyer has indicated an intention to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court.
Why it matters
High Court's approval of Abu Trica's extradition to the US reflects Ghana's accountability in addressing major financial crimes.
A High Court in Accra has affirmed the extradition of Frederick Kumi, known as Abu Trica, to the United States over alleged conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering targeting the elderly, estimated at $8 million. His lawyer has indicated an intention to appeal the decision to the Supreme Court.
The High Court in Accra has approved the extradition of Fredrick Kumi, known as "Abu Trica," to the United States, where he is wanted to stand trial over an alleged romance fraud scheme involving approximately US$8 million. The decision follows months of legal proceedings; his lawyer indicates the defence may appeal to the Supreme Court.
The High Court in Accra has granted Bernard Antwi Boasiako's new lead counsel, Samuel Atta Akyea, until July 13, 2026, to submit written legal arguments in the criminal trial arising from alleged illegal mining activities at Samreboi, with judgment expected on July 20, 2026.
A High Court in Accra has delivered a judgment in a contempt case involving Kevin Okyere's defamation lawsuit against Larry Alans Dogbe and others over allegedly defamatory statements published in The Herald newspaper and website, following an interlocutory injunction granted in June 2025 that restrained further publications.
A shooting incident in Kwabenya involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo has escalated a church succession dispute at the Kristo Asafo Mission into a criminal matter, resulting in multiple arrests, suspension of a security company license, and revocation of all firearm licenses in the country.
A High Court in Accra dismissed the Office of the Special Prosecutor's application to halt execution of a court order requiring the Attorney General to take over cases prosecuted by the OSP, finding the OSP lacks power to prosecute without AG authorization. The OSP plans to appeal at the Court of Appeal and has already filed legal challenges at higher courts.
NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako denied in court that he authorised mining on Akonta Mining's concession, saying his arrangement with witness Henry Okum was only for land reclamation and coconut cultivation. The prosecution contends that he knowingly allowed mining activities and intentionally distanced himself from operations.
The Court of Appeal ruled in favour of businessman and politician Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom in a legal battle linked to his defunct GN Savings and Loans. Nduom, whose banking operations were affected during Ghana's financial sector clean-up exercise seven years ago, expressed optimism about the future and signalled plans to return to work.
The High Court in Accra has adjourned the Office of the Special Prosecutor's application for a stay of execution of an earlier ruling that found the OSP lacks independent prosecutorial authority. The hearing has been rescheduled for 8 June 2026 after the respondent's legal team was unable to attend the originally scheduled hearing.
The Court of Appeal has ordered the Bank of Ghana to restore GN Savings and Loans' operating licence, which was revoked during Ghana's banking sector cleanup exercise. Founder Dr Papa Kwesi Nduom pledged to rebuild the firm stronger than before and return it to contributing to economic growth.
Dr Matilda Amissah, sister of deceased engineer Charles Henry Amissah, has sued three major hospitals, several health professionals, and the Attorney General, seeking GH¢20 million in general damages. She alleges negligent care and denial of emergency bed availability following her brother's hit-and-run accident on February 6, 2026, which she claims led to his death at Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital.
The High Court in Accra admitted a letter allegedly written by former National Service Scheme Deputy Executive Director Gifty Oware-Mensah directing the Agricultural Development Bank to transfer GH¢31 million into her company's private account, though the judge noted the document was faint and ordered the prosecution to file a clearer copy.
The High Court in Accra has granted bail to former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba and his wife Faiza Seidu Wuni, who stand trial over alleged corruption and financial-related offences involving more than GH¢50 million in public funds. The court imposed stringent bail conditions including a travel ban, passport surrender, and fortnightly reporting to EOCO.
Deputy General Secretary Haruna Mohammed has defended Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) against criminal charges linked to an Exim Bank loan facility, arguing that any irregularities should be blamed on the bank rather than the beneficiary and accusing the Attorney-General of targeting political opponents.
Former National Food and Buffer Stock Company Chief Executive Officer Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, have been charged with 20 counts including stealing, fraud, money laundering, and abuse of public office over alleged financial improprieties. Prosecutors accuse Aludiba of fraudulently obtaining GH¢734,400 from NAFCO in 2017 under the pretext of rent payments.
Joana Quaye has filed an application at the High Court seeking to temporarily freeze shares in companies and luxury properties belonging to her former husband Richard Nii Armah Quaye pending the Court of Appeal's decision on their divorce settlement. She claims she sacrificed her education and supported his early business ventures, including funding the establishment of Quick Credit Company Limited.
Ghana's High Court ruled that the Ghana Police Service violated the constitutional rights of journalists and demonstrators during the September 2023 #OccupyJulorbiHouse protest, awarding applicant Bridget Otoo and two others GH¢100,000 in compensatory damages, GH¢50,000 in general damages, and GH¢30,000 in legal costs. Lawyer Samson Lardy Anyenini, representing the applicants, said the damages are not punitive enough despite calling the ruling an important victory for press freedom.
Ghana's High Court ruled that the Ghana Police Service violated the constitutional rights of journalist Bridget Otoo and two other applicants during the #OccupyJulorbiHouse protest in September 2023, finding officers engaged in physical assault, unlawful detention, and interference with journalistic activity. The court awarded the applicants compensatory damages of GH¢100,000, general damages of GH¢50,000, and legal costs of GH¢30,000.
The High Court in Accra has granted permission to Col. (Rtd.) Kwadwo Damoah, the sixth accused in the SML case and Member of Parliament for Jaman South, to travel to London between May 11 and May 15, 2026, for a training programme. Damoah is standing trial alongside former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and six others over 78 counts of alleged corruption and corruption-related offences linked to the SML contract.
Media personality Philip Appiah Kubi (Roman Fada) has filed a High Court suit in Accra against TikToker Cyndy Emma Koomson (Queen Emma) for alleged defamatory statements in videos posted on social media. He is seeking general damages of GH¢20 million, special and aggravated damages, a perpetual injunction against further statements, and an order for her to retract the videos and issue a public apology.
The High Court in Accra has dismissed an application by former National Service Authority Deputy Executive Director Gifty Oware-Mensah seeking to halt her trial. Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay ordered the prosecution to proceed with its case, with the matter adjourned to May 11.
Lawyers for Joana Quaye have rejected allegations made by her ex-husband Richard Nii Armah Quaye, describing them as "substantially untrue" and cautioning against public commentary on an ongoing court case, following his appearance on the Delay Show on April 25.
Lawyers for Joana Quaye have refuted claims made by Richard Nii Armah Quaye in a recent media interview, asserting that court records show he "had none of the properties he owns now" before their 2010 marriage and was unemployed at that time.