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Supreme Court judge nominee, Justice Edward Amoako Asante, has said Artificial Intelligence (AI) is unlikely to replace diligent lawyers, but could render ‘lazy lawyers’ redundant.

He has consequently advocated the integration of AI into the country’s judicial system, saying the technology could improve efficiency, strengthen legal research and help expedite the determination of cases.

Justice Amoako Asante made the remarks last Thursday when he appeared before the Appointments Committee of Parliament for his vetting following his nomination and two others by President John Dramani Mahama to the Supreme Court.

Responding to questions about the potential impact of AI on the legal profession and the justice delivery system, Justice Asante expressed strong support for its adoption, describing it as an inevitable development that institutions across the world were increasingly embracing.

He said AI could be particularly useful in legal research, case management and the processing of information, thereby reducing delays and improving the efficiency of the judiciary.

Justice Asante said his experience at the ECOWAS Court of Justice had exposed him to the growing application of AI and related technologies.

He disclosed that judges and staff at the regional court had received training in the use of AI, adding that the technology had become increasingly prominent in their work.

‘AI is the way to go now and the world has gone AI and there is nothing anybody can do. ‘We have had some training in AI at the ECOWAS Court, both judges and the staff,’ he said.

According to him, AI could be incorporated into the judicial system of the country if the Chief Justice decided to pursue such an initiative.

‘It is a matter of trying to get people to set it up for us. The algorithm is built for you and it is tailor-made. It is a system that can easily be done, and once it is done, it will bring efficiency into our judiciary system,’ he said.

Justice Asante said the technology could enable lawyers and judicial officers to conduct research more quickly while assisting in the processing and management of cases.

‘Cases will be dealt with fast and research can be done through it as well but it is all about the finances,’ he added.

He, however, cautioned against viewing AI as a substitute for human expertise, particularly in the legal profession, arguing that lawyers who continued to develop their skills would remain relevant.

He suggested that rather than fearing AI, the legal profession and the judiciary should learn to harness its capabilities to complement human judgement and improve justice delivery.

Ghana’s Black Princesses will enter the 2026 FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup in Poland with several key players missing from their squad.

The tournament gets underway in five days, with Ghana preparing for their eighth consecutive appearance at the competition.

However, the Black Princesses are yet to progress beyond the group stage in any of their previous seven outings.

Coach Charles Sampson has named his final squad, but injuries and club-related issues have ruled out some important players.

Linda Owusu Ansah is arguably the biggest absentee. The Black Princesses captain secured Ghana’s World Cup qualification with the decisive goal against Uganda in Kampala but suffered an ACL injury in August.

The injury occurred during the closing stages of the Black Queens’ 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup qualifying play-off against Côte d’Ivoire in Casablanca.

Comfort Yeboah will also miss the tournament after Ghana could not reach an agreement with her Spanish club, Logroño United, over her release. The defender had already featured for the Black Queens at the 2026 WAFCON.

Jessica Appiah Asamoah, who played in every qualifier and was expected to be one of Ghana’s players to watch, suffered a knee injury shortly before the team travelled to Poland.

Mercy Attobrah is another notable absence. The striker scored in both of Ghana’s matches against Tunisia during the qualifiers but has been recovering from an ACL injury suffered while playing for her Egyptian club.

Mary Amponsah, who replaced Attobrah during the qualifiers, is also unavailable after suffering an ACL injury in the second leg against South Africa. She has since undergone surgery.

The Black Princesses begin their campaign against Ecuador on September 5, before facing South Korea and France in the group stage as they aim to finally break their group-stage curse.

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has announced the rollout of its Automated Fire Compliance and Safety System (AFCAS) for the online application of fire permits, certificates and fire equipment tagging.

In a statement issued last Friday and signed by the Head of Public Relations, Divisional Officer One Emmanuel Bonney, the Service said the platform is now open to the public as part of its digital transformation agenda and in compliance with the Fire Precaution (Premises) Regulations, 2003 (L.I. 1724), as amended by L.I. 2249.

Under Regulations 1 and 2 of L.I. 1724 as amended, all premises in the country, whether commercial or residential, are required to obtain a fire permit before construction begins and a fire certificate upon completion. Regulations 11 and 12 further mandate that all fire alarms, fire equipment and fire extinguishers be affixed with official GNFS tags for inspection.

According to the GNFS, the AFCAS platform is designed to improve service delivery, reinforce regulatory compliance and strengthen enforcement, monitoring and administration of fire safety nationwide.

The Service has therefore directed all vehicle owners, residential and commercial property owners and all building owners or occupiers to submit applications through the AFCAS portal, which is now live at afcas.gnfs.gov.gh.

It also advised the public to purchase only fire extinguishers and equipment bearing official GNFS AFCAS tags obtained from licensed Fire Protection Contractors.

The GNFS further directed procurement departments of property managers, commercial operators, institutions, businesses and Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs) to engage only GNFS-AFCAS licensed contractors for the installation of fire alarms, extinguishers and other safety equipment. All installed equipment must be tagged with an official GNFS-AFCAS QR code.

All newly imported fire equipment will be tagged at the point of entry, while owners of existing equipment have up to six months from the date of publication to arrange for GNFS-authorised inspectors to tag their equipment.

The Service said an information brochure with guidelines on the application process is available on the platform, and urged stakeholders to review it before applying.

THE NEWLY elected Ashanti Regional New Patriotic Party (NPP) executives will officially start working from their new office building today, Monday, August 31, 2026.

Located at Denyame, a sublime looking neighbourhood in Kumasi, the capital of the Ashanti Region, the beautiful edifice was reportedly gifted to the party to boost its operations.

The generous benefactor, according to leading party officials in the region, who demanded anonymity, is a respected and influential member of the party in the Ashanti Region.

They stated that the benevolent person, whose identity has been kept secret for obvious reasons, has given out the building for the party to temporarily use it as office space.

According to them, that same loyal party person has also freely donated a huge parcel of land in Kumasi for the construction of a permanent party office that befits the NPP’s status.

Meanwhile, when the DAILY GUIDE visited the NPP Ashanti Regional office at Denyame on Sunday afternoon, the place was looking very beautiful and ready to be used as office.

At the front view of the building, a huge party billboard had been erected. The wall of the building was also decorated with the red, white and blue colours of the NPP.

Significantly, a beautiful portrait of the party’s flagbearer for the upcoming 2028 elections, Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, was also boldly painted on the wall.

Some enthusiastic party supporters and members were also seen putting finishing touches to the various offices in the building, ahead of its grand opening today.

A top party member told the paper that the new NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as COKA, and his executives will start work from the office immediately after the opening.

‘COKA is in a hurry to lead the NPP to win Ashanti Region for the party, so he doesn’t have time to waste,’ the party man, who didn’t want his identity to be disclosed, told the paper.

According to him, there would be a short ceremony where prayers would be said for God’s protection, blessings and guidance to open the office ‘and work starts afterwards.’

Tottenham are in advanced talks to sign Iliman Ndiaye from Everton, with Richarlison set to move in the opposite direction as part of separate negotiations.

Although a deal for Ndiaye is largely agreed between the two clubs, it remains unclear whether he will make the switch to north London, with Manchester City among the clubs to have expressed an interest.

City have also held talks to sign Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo, another Spurs target, although the Reds would need to secure a replacement before sanctioning any move.

Everton are open to selling Ndiaye, 26, after he rejected multiple contract offers and held talks with Saudi club Al-Hilal earlier this summer.

Meanwhile, Everton have agreed terms in principle to re-sign striker Richarlison after he told Spurs head coach Roberto de Zerbi ‘too many times that he wants to leave’.

The Brazil international has entered the final year of his Tottenham contract and would provide competition for first-choice striker Thierno Barry, with uncertainty surrounding Beto’s future at Hill Dickinson Stadium.

Everton are also growing increasingly confident of completing a loan deal to bring Jack Grealish back from Manchester City, although the precise terms of any agreement remain complicated as the England international enters the final year of his contract at Etihad Stadium.

Grealish has prioritised a return to Everton, where he spent last season on loan, over the option of rejoining his boyhood club Aston Villa, who have also expressed an interest.

Everton are also targeting a right-back and are close to agreeing a £9m deal for Fulham’s Kenny Tete, who came close to joining last summer.

Fulham are already assessing potential replacements and have entered talks to sign Rayo Vallecano’s Andrei Ratiu.

It is part of a chain of interconnected Premier League deals before Tuesday’s transfer deadline.

A 20-year-old unemployed man has been remanded into police custody by the Nsuta Circuit Court in the Sekyere Central District of the Ashanti Region for allegedly attacking a police officer during an attempt to free a suspect from detention.

The accused, Kofi Berko, a resident of Juaben, pleaded guilty to the charge when he appeared before the court presided over by Simon Nketiah Gagah on Thursday, August 27, 2026.

The court subsequently remanded him in police custody and adjourned the case to September 4, 2026, for conviction and sentencing.

According to the prosecution, led by Chief Inspector Maxwell Senu, the complainant, Sergeant Ernest Atta, is stationed at the Juaben Police Station.

The prosecution told the court that on August 25, 2026, at about 7:30 p.m., Sergeant Atta had completed his duty as the first-out counter NCO and was heading home when he was approached by a man identified as Kwaku Boateng.

Boateng reportedly informed him that a group of young men had attacked police officers at the charge office in an attempt to forcibly release a suspect detained for allegedly stealing.

Sergeant Atta immediately returned to the station to assist his colleagues.

Upon arrival, he allegedly found Berko, described by the prosecution as the ringleader of the group, struggling with Constable Kuffour Collins while attempting to force his way into the charge office.

The court heard that when Sergeant Atta confronted Berko over the alleged mobilisation of about 50 young men to attack the officers, the accused allegedly became aggressive and assaulted him.

Berko is also alleged to have torn the police officer’s shirt during the confrontation.

The District Commander, ASP Samuel Asare, subsequently arrived at the station after being informed about the incident.

According to the prosecution, ASP Asare held Berko by his trousers while explaining the seriousness of his conduct to him.

However, the accused allegedly attempted to attack the commander, who was in uniform.

The police officers eventually overpowered Berko and detained him to enable them to conduct investigations into the incident.

A formal complaint was lodged against him, after which he was cautioned and interrogated.

The prosecution said Berko admitted the offence during questioning.

Following his guilty plea in court, the judge remanded him into police custody pending conviction and sentencing on September 4, 2026.

Bowie State University in Maryland welcomed Akwasidae USA 2026 on Saturday, August 30, marking the start of African Heritage Month with His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the 16th Asantehene, and Maryland Governor Wes Moore in attendance.

The sixth U.S. edition of the festival featured royal processions, drumming, dancing, and colourful displays of Asante flags and umbrellas. The event drew scores of Ghanaians, members of the African diaspora, and community leaders including Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy.

Organizers highlighted Asante artistry, culture and unity.

In a post on X, Governor Wes Moore said:

‘Every sixth Sunday, Kumasi holds Akwasidae, a sacred Akan festival honouring ancestors, the king, and the Golden Stool that is believed to hold the soul of the Asante people.

I’m overjoyed to celebrate with His Majesty Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the 16th King of the Asante Kingdom to begin African Heritage Month.’

The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has admonished pastors in Africa to guard against materialism, carnality and complacency, warning that such attitudes devalue Christian worship and give the religion a bad name.

Rev. Wengam, who is also Vice Chairman of the Africa Assemblies of God Alliance, gave the admonition when he addressed the National Pastors Conference of Ethiopia Assemblies of God in Addis Ababa.

The conference featured Rev. Wengam and the Global Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, Rev. Dominic Yeo, as guest speakers.

Speaking on the topic ‘Fresh Fire to Complete the Great Commission Assignment and Seeking the Face of God for Greater Revival in Africa,’ Rev. Wengam urged African Christian leaders to prioritise deep spirituality and church planting as effective strategies to evangelise the continent.

‘Assemblies of God is a product of the Azusa Street revival, characterized by prayer and deep hunger for spirituality. We should, therefore, not deviate from these foundational practices which have sustained the church and propelled its growth all these years,’ he said.

The General Superintendent of Ethiopia Assemblies of God, Rev. Ayansa, who also serves as Regional Block Chairman of the East Africa Assemblies of God Alliance, commended Rev. Wengam for his ‘excellent delivery.’

Rev. Wengam, who was recently re-elected as Ghana’s General Superintendent, later presented Ghanaian souvenirs, including fugu smocks and ladies’ necklaces, to members of the Executive Presbytery of Ethiopia Assemblies of God.

Hausa Youth Ghana last Saturday celebrated World Hausa Day 2026 at the Forecourt of the State House in Accra, bringing together traditional leaders, religious authorities, youth representatives, cultural enthusiasts, and political figures to celebrate the rich culture, language, and identity of the Hausa people.

The event was attended by the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, and other distinguished personalities from Ghana and Nigeria.

The Guest of Honour, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, Deputy President of the Nigerian Senate, was accompanied by members of the Nigerian National Assembly, including Senator Abdulazeez Yar’Adua, Senator Muntari Dandutse, and Senator Lawal Adamu Usman.

Senator Barau commended Hausa Youth Ghana for creating a platform to promote Hausa heritage as well as strengthen friendship and unity among communities. He described Hausa as more than a language, noting its historic role in connecting people across West Africa through trade, scholarship, diplomacy, and culture.

He highlighted the strong historical ties between Ghana and Nigeria, and encouraged young people to preserve their heritage while pursuing education, developing skills, and creating opportunities for themselves and their communities.

‘Our young people must be proud of their heritage and allow it to inspire them to build a better future. They must acquire quality education, develop modern skills, establish businesses, create opportunities for others, and contribute positively to the communities where they live,’ he said.

As part of the celebration, Senator Barau awarded scholarships to two members of the Hausa community in Ghana to study Hausa language at Nigerian universities, supporting efforts to sustain the language among future generations.

The celebration ended with renewed calls for cultural preservation, unity, and cooperation among African communities.

Turkish Super Lig giants Fenerbahce have announced the signing of Ghana international Kojo Peprah Oppong for the ongoing season.

The 22-year-old centre-back joins the Yellow Canaries from French Ligue 1 club OGC Nice on a four-year contract worth pound 12 million.

Fenerbahce announced the signing of the Attram de Visser graduate on its media platforms, with the unveiling set for Saturday, August 29, at the 1907 Stand of the Chobani Stadium Fenerbahçe Skr Saracoglu Sports Complex.

‘Our club has reached an agreement with Ghanaian defender Kojo Peprah Oppong,’ Fenerbahce said.

‘The signing ceremony for our new transfer, Kojo Peprah Oppong, will be held tomorrow, Saturday, August 29, at the 1907 Stand of the Chobani Stadium, Fenerbahçe Skr Saracoglu Sports Complex.

‘The signing ceremony, which will take place with the attendance of our Football Director Oguz Çetin, will be open to all press members at 11:00 AM.’

Oppong, who began his career in Ghana with Attram de Visser, had been with OGC Nice since 2025, where he made 29 Ligue 1 appearances with one goal last season.

He made a total of 43 appearances across the top flight, Coupe de France, the Ligue 1 and 2 relegation play-offs, as well as the UEFA Champions League qualification.

He arrived at the French club from Swedish side Norrköping, which he joined from Attram de Visser in a deal reported to be in the region of pound 2.68m, having previously spent time on loan with GIF Sundsvall.

Oppong Peprah penned a heartfelt message, hailing his time with the French Ligue club.

‘It’s difficult to put into words how much this club and this year have meant to me. I enjoyed every single minute of my time here and had an incredible experience, from the everyday moments with the team to the unforgettable memories, especially reaching the Coupe de France final.

‘But beyond the football, I’m most grateful for the people I met along the way. I came here as a player, but I leave with friends who became brothers. The memories, the laughter, the battles, the victories, and even the difficult moments will stay with me forever.