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Parliament Decriminalises Attempted Suicide

Parliament has amended sections of the Criminal Offenses Act of 1960, which makes attempting to take one’s own life a crime. Following the amendment in Parliament on Tuesday, March 28, persons who attempt suicide will be considered as having mental health issues requiring assistance by law rather than imprisonment. Some …

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10 Top Facts About Late MP For Kumawu

Late Philip Basoah

The death of Member of Parliament for Kumawu in the Ashanti Region, Philip Atta Basoah, was confirmed on Tuesday, March 28. Majority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, posted a photo of the deceased on Twitter with a caption: “It was an exceedingly sad day for me, particularly & the entire Caucus. …

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