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Hostel owners explain rising student accommodation fees [Listen]

The Chairman of the Hostel Owners Association, Bishop Dr Akwasi Owusu, has defended the cost of private student accommodation, saying high taxes, land prices,...

Why single out Sammy Gyamfi when GoldBod is a state institution? – Sampson Ahi [Listen]

The Member of Parliament for Sefwi Bodi, Sampson Ahi, has defended Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, against criticism from the...

Rent Commissioner is overstepping his mandate by inspecting hostels – Hostel Owners Chairman

Chairman of the Hostel Owners Association, Bishop Dr Akwasi Owusu, has accused the Rent Commissioner, Frederick Opoku, of overstepping his mandate by conducting inspections...

Even after reviewing fees, hostel charges may go higher – Hostel Owners [Audio]

Chairman of the Hostel Owners Association, Bishop Dr Akwasi Owusu, has rejected claims that private student hostels are charging exorbitant fees, insisting that operators...

He asked us to pay for his flight after we invited him to Kumasi for talks – Hostel owners on Rent Commissioner

Chairman of the Hostel Owners Association, Bishop Dr Akwasi Owusu, has disputed claims by the Rent Commissioner, Frederick Opoku, about the condition of some...

We heard people saying he is into galamsey, but we have no idea – Tanoso Police Commander on Ankobeahene [Audio]

The Tanoso Police Command in the Ahafo Region says it has not received any formal report or evidence linking the Ankobeahene of the Tanoso...

Galamsey fight: Tanoso Police recount near-chaos over seized equipment [Listen]

The Tanoso Police Command in the Ahafo Region has explained the circumstances surrounding the alleged diversion of suspected illegal mining equipment from a seized...

We reported galamsey sites to relevant authorities, but nothing happened – Tanoso Ankobeahene

The Ankobeahene of the Tanoso Traditional Council, Nana Okofo Dartey Amoako Atta, has questioned the handling of equipment seized during operations against illegal mining...

Tano North MCE denies links to unofficial galamsey taskforce [Audio]

The Tano North Municipal Chief Executive (MCE), Pius Sampson Opoku, has denied allegations that he operates a personal taskforce in the municipality to deal...

‘I’m ready to swear with the Bible, schnapps and eggs that I don’t do galamsey’ – Tanoso Ankobeahene

The Ankobeahene of the Tanoso Traditional Council, Nana Okofo Dartey Amoako Atta, has denied allegations that he is involved in illegal mining, popularly known...

NPP polls: Delegates wanted a brother, not a boss – Okoe-Boye on victory [Audio]

Newly elected Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye, has attributed his victory in the party’s regional executive...

I will be their chief servant – Okoe-Boye vows to unite NPP [Listen]

Former Minister of Health and newly elected Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye, has pledged to unite...

Kofi Tonto reveals details of $800 payment in alleged $19m embassy fraud case [Listen]

New Patriotic Party (NPP) communicator Kofi Tonto has denied any involvement in an alleged US$19.4 million fraud scheme at Ghana’s Embassy in Washington, D.C.,...

At least you could have reached out to me – Kofi Tonto tells Manasseh over $19m embassy fraud story [Auido]

New Patriotic Party (NPP) communicator Kofi Tonto says he was unaware of an investigative report by journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni linking him to an...

BECE marking: WAEC reveals how scripts are protected from bias [Audio]

The Head of Public Affairs at the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), John Kapi, has explained that the Council’s examination processes make it impossible...

BECE results: No one can manipulate our system to target private schools – WAEC [Audio]

The Head of Public Affairs at the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), John Kapi, has rejected claims that the Council deliberately targeted private schools...

“He could have easily killed her” – Father recounts daughter’s alleged ordeal with Obuasi SHTS headmaster [Audio]

The father of a student of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS), John Kwaku Bobena, has called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP),...

Obuasi SHTS: Father says daughter reported rape by headmaster [Listen]

The father of a student of Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS), John Kwaku Bobena, has alleged that his daughter was forced into sexual...

“Didn’t NPP know we were mourning? Are you witches?” – Gbande questions August 6 protest [Listen]

Deputy Director of Operations at the Presidency, Mustapha Gbande, has criticised the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) “Democracy Under Attack” demonstration, describing its timing as...

Bring Afenyo-Markin to apologise to Nana Yaa Jantuah over ‘nobody’ remark – Gbande tells NPP [Audio]

Deputy Director of Operations at the Presidency, Mustapha Gbande, has called on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to ask its Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin,...

GPRTU reveals reasons behind shortage of commercial vehicles [Listen]

The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has attributed the shortage of commercial vehicles in parts of the country to the increasing cost of...

Final year students may miss exam practicals – Youth Association warns over Techiman-Krobo Nursing College closure [Audio]

The Chairman of the Krobo Youth Association, Kyeremeh Donkor, has expressed concern over the closure of the Techiman-Krobo Nursing and Midwifery Training College and...

Abossey Okai dealers keep citing demand and supply for high spare parts prices – GPRTU [Audio]

The Deputy Secretary of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Samuel Amoah, says the union is engaging leadership of the Abossey Okai Spare...

We won’t accept disrespect – Atronie chiefs explain rejection of Bono Minister’s letter [Audio]

The Atronie Traditional Council has rejected a letter from the Bono Regional Minister, Joseph Addae Akwaboa, over what it describes as a failure by...

Come and see the damage yourself – Atronie chief tells Mahama, accuses Bono Minister of neglect [Audio]

The Atronie Traditional Council has accused the Bono Regional Minister, Joseph Addae Akwaboa, of failing to act on repeated warnings about illegal mining activities...

Don’t push us to the last resort – TUC Chairman warns over alleged VALCO sale [Listen]

The Chairman of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Bernard Owusu, has called for a halt to ongoing processes surrounding the future of the Volta...

VALCO deal will not serve Ghana’s interest – TUC Chairman [Audio]

The Chairman of the Trade Union Congress (TUC), Bernard Owusu, has raised concerns over what he describes as attempts to privatise the Volta Aluminium...

‘I may die anytime, but I fear for Ghana’s future’ – NPP’s Obiri Boahen [Listen]

Private legal practitioner and former Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Obiri Boahen, says he is deeply worried about Ghana's future,...

I saw this ruling coming; it’s not surprising – Lawyer on Sedina Tamakloe’s acquittal [Audio]

Private legal practitioner and former Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Obiri Boahen, says he is not surprised by the Court...

Why I pray Bawumia becomes Ghana’s President – Obiri Boahen [Audio]

Private legal practitioner and member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Obiri Boahen, says his greatest wish is to see former Vice President Dr...

He raised me and made me who I am today – Mercy Asiedu mourns late Apostle Safo Kantanka [Audio]

Kumawood actress Mercy Asiedu has described the late founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, as a father figure whose influence...

He planted the “can-do spirit in me” – Mercy Asiedu recalls Apostle Safo Kantanka’s impact [Listen]

Kumawood actress Mercy Asiedu has paid tribute to the late founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, describing him as a...

They threatened to cut our heads — Atronie chief alleges threats from galamsey landguards [Listen]

The Abusuapanyin of the Atronie Traditional Council, Omono Asamoah, has alleged that some landguards hired by illegal miners threatened the lives of community members...

Galamsey: We need action, not just inspections — Atronie chief on polluted River [Audio]

The chiefs and people of Atronie in the Sunyani Municipality of the Bono Region have called for adequate security protection during engagements aimed at...

Stop celebrating figures while young people struggle for jobs – Dr Domfeh to gov’t

Development Economist Dr George Domfeh has criticised the government’s economic presentation, arguing that the Finance Minister focused mainly on the positive aspects of the...

Speak the truth, stop propaganda – Dr Domfeh tells Finance Minister over Ghana’s 45% debt-to-GDP ratio [Audio]

Development Economist Dr George Domfeh has challenged claims that the reduction in Ghana’s debt-to-GDP ratio is solely the result of the current government’s economic...

‘Jonkys’ now dictate transport fares, Police look on — GPRTU [Audio]

The Deputy Secretary of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Samuel Amoah, says the union does not have the legal authority to arrest...

GPRTU clarifies position on reported 30% transport fare increase [Listen]

The Deputy Secretary of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), Samuel Amoah, has dismissed reports that the union has approved a 30% increase...

I’ve lost everything — Odawna Fire destroys trader’s 18 shops [Audio]

Elizabeth Gyamfi, a trader at the Odawna Rubber Factory Market near Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, says she has lost 18 shops stocked with...

Heartbreak in Dawhenya as floodwaters kill over 1,600 birds on poultry farm [Listen]

A poultry farmer, Victor Gezie, has recounted how heavy rains and flooding destroyed his farm at Dawhenya in the Greater Accra Region, killing more...