Also known as: Mr Anyenini · Samson Lardi Anyenini · Mr Lardy Anyenini · Samson Ayenini
Legal practitioner commenting on constitutional law, parliamentary immunity, and governance matters in Ghanaian media coverage.
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The Chronicle
… His remarks was after host Samson Lardy Anyenini sought his views on the decline in President John Dramani Mahama’s approval ratings. …
Arthur Kennedy: Failure to End Flooding Exposes Ghana’s Governance CrisisJoy Online
… The programme, hosted by Samson Lardy Anyenini, featured a panel comprising James Kwabena Bomfeh Jnr., Bernard Bediako Baidoo, Arthur Kobina Kennedy, Justice Yankson, and Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah. …
Playback: Newsfile discussed Wontumi’s plea deal, Sedina Tamakloe’s woes, Afari Hospital standoff, Mahama ratingJoy Online
… The programme, hosted by Samson Lardy Anyenini, will feature a panel comprising James Kwabena Bomfeh Jnr., Bernard Bediako Baidoo, Arthur Kobina Kennedy, Justice Yankson, and Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah. …
Livestream: Newsfile discusses Wontumi’s plea deal, Sedina Tamakloe’s woes, Afari Hospital standoff, Mahama ratingJoy Online
… During the hearing, they were represented by lawyers and governance advocates, including Kizito Beyuo, Samson Lardy Anyenini, Clement Kojo Akapame and Oliver Barker-Vormawor. …
CSOs urge Supreme Court to uphold legality of Special Prosecutor’s officeJoy Online
… At the final hearing held on June 10, the coalition was represented by a team of lawyers and governance advocates, including Kizito Beyuo, Samson Lardy Anyenini, Clement Kojo Akapame and Oliver Barker-Vormawor, who advanced arguments in support of the continued existence of the i …
CSOs mount strong defence of OSP ahead of Supreme Court verdictJoy Online
Private legal practitioner Samson Lardy Anyenini has argued that former MASLOC Chief Executive Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu’s 10-year prison sentence is likely to begin from the date she is taken into custody in Ghana, rather than from the date the sentence was pronounced by the court …
Sedina’s 10-year sentence likely starts from her return to custody – LawyerJoy Online
JoyNews’ Newsfile host, Samson Lardi Anyenini, has been honoured by the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) with the Promotion of Press Freedom Award in recognition of his outstanding contribution to media freedom, democratic accountability and the protection of journalists’ righ …
GJA honours JoyNews’ Samson Lardi Anyenini with Promotion of Press Freedom AwardJoy Online
… He commended broadcaster Samson Lardy Anyenini for his efforts in seeking justice for victims. …
Ghana’s floods are governance failures, not natural disasters – Senyo HosiJoy Online
… He made the remarks during a discussion with host Samson Lardy Anyenini on the recent wave of xenophobic incidents targeting foreign nationals in South Africa. …
Ablakwa condemns xenophobic attacks, says Ghana welcomed over 11,000 South African tourists in 2025Joy Online
… To navigate these complex issues, the host, Samson Lardy Anyenini assembled five distinguished thought leaders representing various sectors of Ghanaian public life: Watch the playback below:
Playback: Newsfile discussed anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, porn ID law, June floods and court case on security chiefsA legal analyst argues that while Ghana's law recognises trial in absentia, critical procedural questions remain unanswered, including how such a trial is properly commenced when an accused is outside the country, has never appeared before court, and whether they can be defended by counsel while abroad.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
A legal analyst argues that while Ghana's law recognises trial in absentia, critical procedural questions remain unanswered, including how such a trial is properly commenced when an accused is outside the country, has never appeared before court, and whether they can be defended by counsel while abroad.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana requires prior Civil Aviation Authority approval to import, sell, or operate drones, and registration alone does not permit flight; operators must obtain a permit and follow rules covering commercial use, night flights, high altitudes, and restricted airspace, with violations incurring penalties from 12,000 to 144,000 cedis for individuals or up to 30 years' imprisonment for flying over specified prohibited airspace.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
Lawyer Samson Lardy Anyenini cautioned drone owners that ownership does not grant unrestricted rights to operate the devices in Ghana. He noted that drone operations are regulated under the Ghana Civil Aviation Act, 2024 and the Ghana Civil Aviation (RPAS) Directives, 2018, requiring prior approval from the Ghana Civil Aviation Authority and a permit before flying, with additional requirements for commercial operations, night flights, high-altitude flights, and operations near airports.
10 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association is calling for key protections for media freedom to be entrenched in Ghana's Constitution during the ongoing constitutional review, warning that relying on ordinary legislation could leave the sector vulnerable to changes by successive governments. GIBA said many of its recommendations to the Constitutional Review Committee were not reflected in the committee's final report, though it welcomed proposals concerning media independence and regulation.
2 October 2026 · Joy Online →
The Media Foundation for West Africa has launched a GH¢544,000 Legal Support Fund to help Ghanaian journalists and media organisations defend against legal challenges when publishing investigative stories and accountability reporting. The fund, launched in Accra in September 2026 under the African Media Integrity and Resilience Programme, is implemented by MFWA in partnership with DW Akademie through International Media Support with European Union funding.
1 October 2026 · Joy Online →
A legal analysis advises citizens to request proper identification, institutional affiliation, and arrest reasons from plainclothes individuals claiming law enforcement authority, and to alert family or a lawyer before complying; lawful arrests are distinguishable from abduction under Ghana's 1992 Constitution and Criminal Procedure Act.
26 September 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews' Newsfile programme will examine four major national issues: the reported confrontation between Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah and EOCO regarding parliamentary immunity; Ghana's drug-trafficking concerns and the Narcotics Control Commission's response; arrests related to recent speeches; and a $235 million water debt.
25 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Legal practitioner Samson Lardy Anyenini has said Article 117 of Ghana's Constitution protects MPs only when "on his way to, attending at or returning from" parliamentary proceedings, not at all times. His remarks followed a confrontation between Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah and EOCO security personnel at an Accra High Court.
23 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Samson Lardy Anyenini has warned the government against demolishing the Polo Beach Club at La Beachfront before the courts determine the ongoing land dispute, distinguishing it from the recent Laboma Beach demolition carried out as part of a flood-mitigation programme.
19 September 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews' Newsfile programme will on September 19, 2026, examine the arrest of nursing officer Salomey Awiti Bafoh over alleged links to the "Ghana Jollof" TikTok account, alongside a cocaine shipment case, COVID audit, and constitutional reforms. Bafoh was remanded for two weeks after pleading not guilty to charges of abetment of crime and publishing false news, with the case triggering debate about freedom of expression.
18 September 2026 · Joy Online →
Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu has acknowledged shortcomings in this year's Computerised School Selection and Placement System but disputed characterising the process as a failure, attributing the crisis to infrastructure that failed to keep pace with Free SHS expansion. According to the minister, roughly 604,000 students are in the placement system, of which 527,000 (about 87 per cent) have been placed.
14 September 2026 · The Chronicle →
JoyNews' Newsfile programme will examine Senior High School placement challenges affecting about 55,000 students, tensions over the Electricity Company of Ghana's operations, organised labour's confrontation with the World Bank, and questions over government's management of State-Owned Enterprises.
12 September 2026 · Joy Online →
The Office of the Special Prosecutor has rejected perceptions of a strained relationship with the Attorney-General, with its Director of Strategy, Research and Communications stating the two institutions maintain a strong working relationship and collaborate effectively on anti-corruption efforts.
29 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Newsfile programme will scrutinise the corruption fight including the Aksa power deal bribery investigation with former Power Minister Dr Kwabena Donkor named as a person of interest, alongside concerns over organised political vigilantism ahead of the 2028 elections.
28 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo Markin has filed a High Court suit against Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi and Multimedia Group Limited, seeking GH¢15 million in damages, an apology and retraction over comments made on the Newsfile programme where Gyamfi allegedly called him an "extortionist."
25 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Joy Online's Newsfile programme discusses Ghana's electricity supply resilience following a nationwide blackout attributed to a fault on the Akosombo–Volta transmission line, GoldBod's financial performance and controversy over gold-for-reserves figures, and galamsey's threat to water quality.
21 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online announces a Newsfile segment examining three issues: nationwide blackouts and Ghana's electricity infrastructure resilience following a major transmission line fault; GoldBod's financial and operational performance and controversy over gold-for-reserves programme figures; and the threat posed by galamsey mining to water quality.
21 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online's Newsfile programme discusses three high-profile governance issues: the IMF's report of US$1.7 billion in losses related to Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, which GoldBod disputes; allegations of bribery in a power transaction involving former Goldman Sachs banker Asante Kwaku Berko; and the status of Operation Recover All Loot cases during legal vacation.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A Newsfile episode discussed three accountability issues: the IMF's reported US$1.7 billion in losses associated with Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, with GoldBod disputing the characterization as a loss; allegations of bribery in a US prosecution involving a former Goldman Sachs banker and a Ghanaian power transaction; and questions about the progress of the government's Operation Recover All Loot cases during legal vacation.
15 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online's Newsfile programme will discuss three issues: the IMF's reported US$1.7 billion in losses from Ghana's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme (with GoldBod disputing the characterisation), allegations of bribery in a Ghanaian power transaction involving a former Goldman Sachs banker, and the status of the government's Operation Recover All Loot cases during legal vacation.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Legal practitioner Samson Lardy Anyenini has questioned whether the criminal trial of former National Signals Bureau Director Kwabena Adu-Boahene can continue if his defence lawyer is unavailable during the legal vacation. Adu-Boahene's lead counsel Samuel Atta Akyea stayed away from court on Tuesday, citing the traditional right of lawyers to rest during vacation.
11 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The four-hour JoyNews current affairs programme Newsfile airs Saturday, August 8, 2026, examining Ghana's democratic space and political accountability under the theme "Democracy under siege: NPP politics?"; also covering police bribery, lessons from the August 2025 helicopter crash that killed eight, and financial challenges in the energy sector.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Joy Online's flagship current affairs programme Newsfile will air a four-hour edition on Saturday, August 8, 2026, examining Ghana's democratic space and political accountability, corruption and bribery in state institutions, lessons from the August 2025 helicopter crash that killed eight people, and energy sector financial challenges.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Since 2021, Ghana's government has collected GH¢2.03 billion through a Sanitation and Pollution Levy (10 pesewa per litre of fuel) to fund waste management, air quality, and sanitation improvements. Of GH¢1.51 billion spent by end-2024, about 80 percent went to landfill and waste treatment maintenance, while GH¢0 was allocated to constructing sanitation facilities to eliminate open defecation, one of the levy's stated core objectives.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Samson Lardy Anyenini says changes in the composition of the Court of Appeal panel handling former MASLOC CEO Sedina Christine Tamakloe-Attionu's appeal are normal administrative practice and not evidence of judicial interference. He explained that the Court of Appeal sits in panels of three judges, with different panels handling various stages of cases depending on the court's roster and administrative arrangements.
2 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Legal analyst Samson Lardy Anyenini explained that the Court of Appeal overturned former MASLOC CEO Sedina Christine Tamakloe-Attionu's conviction, finding that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt and that defects in the charges were fundamental rather than merely technical. The court also rejected the state's argument that Sedina, who was convicted in absentia after leaving Ghana, should not have been allowed to benefit from the appeal process.
2 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre chief executive faces 78 charges stemming from investigations into alleged financial irregularities during her 2013–2017 tenure, including transactions in microfinance investments, financial literacy programmes, support for Kantamanto fire victims, and vehicle procurement, according to prosecutors.
2 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Samson Lardy Anyenini explained that former MASLOC CEO Sedina Christine Tamakloe-Attionu's trial followed due legal process, including the High Court's decision to proceed in her absence after she failed to return from a court-approved medical trip to the United States in October 2021. The court had granted several adjournments and issued notices through her lawyers before she was expected to open her defence after the prosecution presented seven witnesses.
2 August 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews' Newsfile programme will host a four-hour panel discussion examining landmark Supreme Court decisions, the Court of Appeal's overturning of Sedinam Tamakloe's conviction and 10-year prison sentence (which collapsed 78 charges), and the constitutional implications of recent judicial pronouncements including the Court's ruling on the Constitutional Review Commission's delegate system.
1 August 2026 · Joy Online →
JoyNews' Newsfile programme examined landmark Supreme Court decisions, the overturned conviction of former MASLOC CEO Sedinam Tamakloe Attionu (which collapsed 78 charges and set aside her 10-year sentence), and the Court's ruling declaring aspects of the Constitutional Review Commission's delegate system unconstitutional.
1 August 2026 · Joy Online →