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  "id": 11414253,
  "title": "Over 130 courts are without magistrates – JUSAG",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/02/over-130-courts-are-without-magistrates-jusag-11414253",
  "topic": "world",
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  "published": "2026-10-02T10:19:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Ghana Business News",
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    "url": "https://www.ghanabusinessnews.com/2026/10/02/over-130-courts-are-without-magistrates-jusag/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has reported that more than 130 courts in Ghana are currently without magistrates. This shortage of judicial personnel is preventing the efficient administration of justice, according to JUSAG. President of JUSAG, Mr. Samuel Afotey Otu, has urged the government to expedite the recruitment process to fill these vacancies. The recruitment drive should focus on improving the salaries and conditions of service for lower court judges, as the salary gap between lower court judges and superior court judges needs to be reduced, according to Mr. Otu. He also suggested providing police escorts or orderlies for lower court judges, arguing that they require similar protection as their higher-ranking counterparts. JUSAG President also urged the Judiciary and Government to create a working environment where judicial officers and staff can serve with dignity while living fulfilling lives. In a related development, Attorney-General and Minister of Justice Dr. Dominic Ayine spoke at the AMJG meeting, emphasizing the need to respect the constitutional restraints placed on judges and magistrates for maintaining their independence and impartiality. The government must act now to address the concerns of judicial staff, as they are unhappy, according to Mr. Otu.",
  "summary": "The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) says more than 130 courts across the country are currently without magistrates, a situation that requires urgent recruitment to ensure efficient administration of justice. The post Over 130 courts are without magistrates – JUSAG appeared first on Ghana Business News .",
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