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Freddie Blay remanded in custody, case adjourned to April 9

The Akropong Circuit Court has ordered the remand of Freddie Blay, the former National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), following his arrest...

Crashed aircraft doesn’t belong to GAF – Deputy Defence Minister clarifies

The Deputy Minister for Defence, Brogya Genfi, has clarified that the microlight aircraft that crashed in Tema on Monday, killing two people, does not...

GNFS confirms no casualties after helicopter crashes into TMA Daycare

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed that two people died when a helicopter crashed into a preschool in Tema on Monday afternoon,...

‘If you can buy a jet but not pay farmers, the jet will vote for you’ – Minority to NDC gov’t

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has called on the government to suspend plans to acquire a new presidential jet and four helicopters, arguing that...

GCAA gives details on aircraft crash that claimed two lives in Tema

The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has confirmed that a microlight aircraft crashed near a school park in Tema Community One on Monday afternoon,...

Minority accuses government of prioritizing jets over farmers

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has urged the government to halt plans to purchase a new presidential jet and four helicopters, citing the ongoing...

Mahama directs expansion of security services recruitment

President John Dramani Mahama has directed an increase in the number of personnel to be recruited into Ghana’s security services following a high-level meeting...

Majority rejects calls to refund GH¢113m paid by disqualified security service applicants

The Majority in Parliament has rejected calls by the Minority for a refund of GH¢113 million paid by applicants who were disqualified in the...

Eyewitness recounts moments before helicopter crash in Tema [Listen]

An eyewitness and parent, Sammy, has shared the harrowing moments leading up to a helicopter crash at the TMA Day Care Centre in Tema...

Energy Minister assures parliament meters shortage being addressed

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has assured Parliament that the shortage of electricity meters in Ghana is being addressed,...

Two reportedly burnt after helicopter crashes at Tema

Two people are feared dead after a helicopter reportedly crashed and caught fire at the premises of the Tema TMA Day Care Centre in...

Security Service Recruitment: I saw the problems coming and told Muntaka I don’t envy him — MP

Former Deputy Defence Minister and Member of Parliament for Atwima Kwanwoma, Kofi Amankwaa Manu, has criticised the current recruitment process for Ghana’s security services,...

Why some artistes missed TGMA nominations — Charterhouse

The Head of Communications and Public Events at Charterhouse Productions, Robert Klah, has explained why some artistes were not nominated in certain categories at...

Amansie Central DCE’s presence in office hasn’t compromised ongoing probe – Lands Ministry

The Media Relations Officer at the Lands Ministry, Paa Kwesi Schandorf, has defended the decision to allow the Amansie Central District Chief Executive (DCE)...

Wontumi ordered to open defence in illegal mining trial

An Accra High Court has dismissed a no-case submission filed by New Patriotic Party (NPP)Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman...

Three arrested over murder and causing harm at Gbiniyiri

The Ghana Police Service has arrested three individuals in connection with a murder and assault incident at Gbiniyiri. According to a press release from the...

You cannot judge presidential jet after eight years of failed governance — Dela Edem

Dela Edem, a member of John Dramani Mahama’s communication team, has described criticisms surrounding the presidential jet debate as hypocritical. Speaking on Dwaso Nsem on...

NDC Communicator urges sale of Ghana’s presidential jet to fund development projects

A communicator for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dela Edem, has called on the government to sell Ghana’s current presidential jet and use the...

World Bank pledges $300 million to support Ghana’s secondary education transformation for jobs

The World Bank has committed approximately $300 million to support Ghana’s planned Secondary Education Transformation for Results and Jobs initiative, a flagship programme aimed...

Finance Minister outlines youth-focused job creation policies as World Bank pledges support

The Minister for Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that the government is rolling out major policies and programmes aimed at creating sustainable jobs,...

World Bank MD praises Ghana’s economic turnaround

The Managing Director and Chief Knowledge Officer of the World Bank, Paschal Donohoe, has commended Ghana for its progress in stabilising the economy following...

Soon they’ll request a bigger jet — Ex-Deputy Defence Minister on proposed new presidential plane

Former Deputy Defence Minister Kofi Amankwaa-Manu has raised concerns about the size of the proposed new presidential jet the government intends to acquire. Speaking on...

Compensate me first before I drop police case — Woman in Bills Micro Credit incident [Video]

The woman involved in the viral confrontation with alleged staff of Bills Micro Credit, Hagar Emmasey, says she will not withdraw the case from...

Change your dressing style to attract more people to your church — Brother Sammy advises Cecilia Marfo

Ghanaian gospel musician known for his energetic performances and controversial commentary, Brother Sammy, has advised fellow gospel singer and evangelist Cecilia Marfo to reconsider...

My wife ended our marriage but… – Brother Sammy

Ghanaian gospel musician Brother Sammy has revealed that his wife has ended their marriage after 12 years together. Speaking on the Work and Happiness show...

I didn’t fall; I was pushed — Woman in viral Bills Micro Credit incident [Listen]

A woman identified as Hagar Emmasey, who featured in a viral video involving alleged staff of Bills Micro Credit, has recounted the incident, insisting...

I will make people love God and enjoy music – Brother Sammy on changing the gospel scene

Ghanaian gospel musician Brother Sammy has said he is determined to transform the gospel music scene by encouraging believers to enjoy life while serving...

Government has not instructed cocoa buyers to halt purchases — LBCs President

President of the Licensed Cocoa Buying Companies (LBCs), Samuel Adimado, has denied claims that the government has instructed cocoa buyers to halt purchases of...

Former Deputy Defence Minister confirms Falcon 900 Presidential Jet in good condition after servicing in France

Former Deputy Defence Minister Kofi Amankwaa-Manu has confirmed that Ghana’s presidential jet, the Dassault Falcon 900, is currently in the country and in good...

Big Push initiative insufficient to guarantee jobs – Baffour Awuah

The Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has cautioned that the government’s flagship infrastructure programme, the “Big Push," will not...

Enough politics, let’s tackle the issues — Sulemana Braimah on Presidential Jet

The Executive Director of the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA), Sulemana Braimah, has called on political leaders to stop the partisan debate over...

Mahama administration may have fueled unrealistic job expectations among youth – Baffour Awuah

A parliamentary committee vice chairman says that the Mahama administration may have inadvertently raised unrealistic expectations among job-seeking youth by linking its 24-hour economy...

Bechem Paramount Chief calls for unity to boost development

The newly enstooled Paramount Chief of the Bechem Traditional Council, Nana Asiwobour Osei Bonsu III, has urged residents to come together to promote development...

Ghana to acquire new presidential aircraft by November – Callistus Mahama

The Executive Secretary to John Dramani Mahama, Dr. Callistus Mahama, has disclosed that Ghana is expected to add new aircraft to its presidential fleet...

Pupils of Sibi Jato Kparekpare D/A JHS face perilous learning environment in damaged classrooms

Students at Sibi Jato Kparekpare D/A Junior High School in the Nkwanta North District of the Oti Region are facing hazardous learning conditions due...

Gambia No. 2 Chief appeals for skip containers to improve sanitation

Nana Yeboah Asiamah, Chief of Gambia No. 2 in the Ahafo Region, has called on the Asutifi North District Assembly to provide skip containers...

GPRTU warns of transport fare increment over anticipated fuel price hike

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union has indicated that transport fares may increase if fuel prices go up in the next pricing window. The union...

Ghana begins emergency evacuation process for citizens in Qatar

Ghana’s Embassy in Doha has announced plans to conduct an emergency evacuation exercise for Ghanaian nationals living in Qatar amid rising security concerns in...

Rocky Dawuni sounds alarm on Africa’s wars and youth exodus to Europe

Grammy-nominated musician and Pan-African cultural ambassador Rocky Dawuni has issued a passionate rallying cry for immediate continental reform, arguing that Africa cannot afford to...

TGMA introduces ‘Swing Period’ to recognise late-year music releases

The Telecel Ghana Music Awards has introduced a new policy called the “Swing Period” to ensure that songs released toward the end of the...