Engaging members of the Women and Gender Constituency on the sidelines of the UN climate negotiations in Bonn, Germany, he stressed that Africa’s climate and development priorities cannot be fully achieved without deliberately elevating women’s voices and dismantling structural barriers to participation and implementation.

“Africa has more women than men, and women have unique circumstances and issues that need to be prioritised,” he noted, emphasizing the need for unity and strategic engagement to strengthen Africa’s negotiating power.

The meeting served as a platform for direct dialogue with women negotiators and practitioners aimed at informing the African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN) advocacy at the highest level of climate decision-making.

Key outcomes from the engagement included a call for coordinated action for African women to organise around shared positions and develop collective policy inputs to strengthen their influence in negotiations.

Concerns were also raised about limited climate finance, which continues to undermine gender equality commitments and local-level impact. Strong emphasis was placed on ensuring that resources reach grassroots women most affected by climate change.

Participants further highlighted the underrepresentation of African women in international climate institutions and decision-making bodies, calling for more inclusive participation in global climate governance.

Calls were made for expanded training, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing to support emerging women negotiators across Africa.

Dr. Amoah reaffirmed AGN’s commitment to inclusive engagement and merit-based representation, while also supporting improved pathways for women’s participation in climate governance processes.

The discussions also reflected broader concerns around transparency in recruitment within climate institutions and the need for better data on African women’s representation in global climate structures.

As Africa advances its climate agenda, participants stressed that empowering women is not only a matter of equity, but also a strategic necessity for effective and credible climate action.

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Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy tissues and organs. It can affect the skin, joints, kidneys, heart, lungs, and other parts of the body. Because its symptoms often resemble common illnesses such as malaria or typhoid, many patients are diagnosed late or remain undiagnosed.

Speaking in an interview, Sweetness said lupus disproportionately affects women, particularly Black women. She noted that stress, depression, and environmental factors may act as triggers, while also highlighting the frequent misdiagnosis of the condition due to its similarity to other common illnesses.

She explained that although there is currently no cure for lupus, it can be effectively managed with proper medical care.

“Lupus is an autoimmune disease that mainly affects women, especially Black women,” she said.

Sweetness stressed the importance of adhering to prescribed treatment plans and maintaining healthy lifestyle practices to help manage the condition.

She added that proper dietary management and self-care can help reduce flare-ups and control symptoms, enabling people living with lupus to lead productive lives.

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He consequently urged the public to appreciate the role of the legislature in preserving democratic governance.

“You cannot have a different political party in the Executive.The Executive is either fully National Democratic Congress (NDC) or fully New Patriotic Party (NPP). But in the Parliament, you can have all the different political parties which have won seats,” the Majority Leader explained.

Throwing the weight of the Majority Caucus in Parliament behind the new educational series, “Parliament and You”, Mr Ayariga urged young people to always choose democracy over any form of governance, stressing that “Parliament is really the place where democracy can be seen in action”, framing democracy as basically about different shades of opinions being expressed, heard and factored into national decisions.

Event
“Parliament and You” is a partnership initiative between Parliament and the Junior Graphic to offer a weekly child-friendly publication of articles and stories in the Junior Graphic for approximately 50,000 children between the ages of 10 and 17.

It will simplify parliamentary concepts, functions and procedures through engaging age-appropriate content, including features, stories, quizzes, puzzles, illustrations and competitions.

The launch in Parliament House attracted the leadership of the House, the Parliamentary Service Staff, schoolchildren and officials of the Graphic Communications Group Ltd (GCGL).

Notable among the dignitaries were the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor; the Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George; the Clerk-to-Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror; the Managing Director of GCGL, Ato Afful; the Editor, Graphic, Theophilus Yartey, and the Assistant Editor of Junior Graphic, Eugenia Asare Tandoh.

Context
Mr Ayariga took the schoolchildren through the various republics the country had experienced, and what happened when the military juntas disrupted them and took control.

Providing basis for the defence of democracy, Mr Ayariga said during military takeovers, the soldiers abolished parliament (the legislature) and assumed the reins of government.

“When they form a military government, the soldiers who assume the governance step into the shoes of the executive.They normally leave the judges, that is the judiciary, but at all times, they always shut down the parliament.”

“And then they rule by decrees. That is to say, they pass the laws themselves without a parliament. So, we experienced that in 1966,” he explained, citing the other military juntas the country had experienced.

Mr Ayariga, therefore, stressed that constitutional democracy was the only system where all shades of views were accommodated in parliament.

“Ghana has been through different phases in terms of what we call our constitutional development. When we say constitutional development, we are simply talking about how we are governed,” he explained.

Supporting the educational programme, ‘Parliament and You’, Mr Ayariga stated: “It has become necessary for parliament, as established, to seek to rally the population to stand firmly behind it so that in future if anybody attempts to overthrow the government and to shut down parliament, the people will stand behind their parliament.

Public understanding
Mr Ayariga said building public understanding of Parliament was essential to ensuring that future generations remained committed to protecting democratic institutions.

He added that democracy thrived when opposing perspectives were allowed to be expressed freely and factored into the decision-making process.

“The idea of democracy is that let them say whatever they want to say.

When you finish, you put the matter to a vote,” he stated.

The Majority Leader further stated that parliamentary deliberations often led to improvements in proposed measures, as members were willing to incorporate worthwhile suggestions regardless of where they originated.

Invest in education
Mr Ayariga further encouraged students to take advantage of opportunities to visit Parliament, observe proceedings and deepen their understanding of how the institution functioned.

He expressed support for programmes that promoted civic participation among young people, including essay-writing competitions and educational activities centred on Parliament.

Mr Ayariga added that similar initiatives in other jurisdictions had successfully encouraged young people to establish model parliaments in schools and communities as a practical means of learning about democratic governance.

“I also want to commend the Clerk and his team for the partnership that you are forging between Parliament and Junior Graphic so that we can create space there for young people to write about Parliament and, in the process, also have Parliament covered so that their colleagues, other young people, can read and appreciate the happenings in Parliament,” he said

Donations
The Majority Leader announced a contribution of GH¢200,000 from his office towards the initiative to support the partnership between Parliament and Junior Graphic.

The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, also donated GH¢100,000 in support of the initiative.

The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, donated 25 laptops to support the ‘Parliament and You’ educational series published in the Junior Graphic.

He said the laptops would be awarded to winners of the quarterly quizzes, which would be organised to test students’ knowledge of the weekly educational series.

The initiative formed part of activities marking this year’s World Day Against Child Labour, celebrated under the theme, “Red Card to Child Labour,” at Duayaw Nkwanta.

Speaking to Adom News, Executive Secretary of Nature Aid Ghana, Joseph Baradoe, expressed concern over the increasing cases of child labour in the municipality, which he attributed partly to the rise in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

According to him, the situation requires a coordinated response from stakeholders, hence the partnership between the organisation and the Municipal Assembly to implement effective measures to address the menace.

Mr. Baradoe disclosed that a District Child Welfare Committee comprising key stakeholders has been established to help identify, prevent and respond to child labour cases in the municipality.

Meanwhile, the Municipal Chief Executive for Tano North, Pius Opoku, admitted that child labour remains a growing challenge in the area and pledged the Assembly’s commitment to tackling the problem.

He said the Assembly would continue to work closely with Nature Aid Ghana and other stakeholders to reduce the increasing number of child labour cases, which he described as a serious threat to the development of the municipality.

Mr. Opoku also urged residents to promptly report suspected cases of child labour to the police or the Municipal Assembly for immediate intervention.

On his part, the Ahafo Regional Economic Planning Officer, Jacob Adade Ntiamoah, who represented the Regional Minister at the event, said the Regional Coordinating Council remains committed to addressing child labour across the region.

He explained that measures aimed at combating child labour have been incorporated into the Integrated Medium-Term Development Plans at both the district and regional levels.

Mr. Ntiamoah commended Nature Aid Ghana for partnering with the Municipal Assembly to address child labour and other child protection issues, describing the collaboration as a significant step towards safeguarding the welfare of children in the region.

Stakeholders at the event reiterated the need for collective action to eliminate child labour and ensure that children remain in school and are protected from exploitative activities.

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Speaking in an interview on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem morning show, Mr. Glover said he was shocked when he heard the news of the diplomat’s death, which was confirmed by the Foreign Affairs Minister.

“I was watching the news in the evening when the Foreign Affairs Minister announced publicly that Victor Gbeho had passed on,” he said.

He described the late diplomat as “a gentleman par excellence” and a respected figure who served Ghana with distinction.

“He is a gentleman par excellence and a respected personality of our land. From my mother’s side in Anlo, he has passed. Let me use this opportunity to mourn him,” he added.

Mr. Glover noted that the late Ambassador Gbeho’s contributions to Ghana and the West African sub-region made him deserving of a state funeral.

“This funeral is for the state because he really served well,” he stated.

He also extended condolences to the bereaved family, President John Dramani Mahama, and members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), saying the nation has lost a great statesman.

“He was once an MP for Anlo. We wish the family, the President, and the entire NDC strength in this difficult time,” he said.

Mr. Glover further indicated that he would participate in the funeral once arrangements are announced to pay his final respects.

Ambassador Gbeho, who passed away at the age of 91 on Saturday, June 13, 2026, was a distinguished diplomat who served as President of the ECOWAS Commission from February 18, 2010, to March 1, 2012. The cause of death has not yet been disclosed.

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The withdrawal was in connection with the Samreboi illegal mining case, although Mr Appiah-Kubi declined to disclose the reasons for his decision.

The court’s decision on Monday, June 15, 2026, means Mr Appiah-Kubi remains on record as legal counsel in the ongoing case involving the outspoken NPP chairman unless further legal steps are taken.

Mr Appiah-Kubi had earlier filed a motion seeking leave of the court to discontinue his representation of Chairman Wontumi. Under Ghana’s legal procedures, a lawyer handling a matter before a court may be required to formally seek the court’s approval to withdraw from a case, particularly where proceedings are already underway.

The application had generated public interest, with the office of the Attorney General and Minister for Justice, challenging the move.

In its notice dated June 12, 2026, the Attorney-General’s Office argued that the application raises fundamental legal questions that must first be resolved before the court can consider granting leave for counsel to withdraw.

The State’s objection was based on two principal grounds: jurisdiction, capacity and standing.

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Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Glover expressed concern that the practice poses a serious threat to public health and water security as the river serves as a major source of water for several communities in the Greater Accra Region.

“I don’t know how to describe it. How can we do this to ourselves? The health hazard is something we must follow keenly. As a matter of urgency, we must arrest the person who set up the refuse dump site and decommission the refuse dump, while the assembly monitors it. The Greater Accra Regional Minister must also summon the MCE right now to her office, and we must make sure we clear the place,” he stated.

Mr. Glover’s comment comes after a section of an unauthorised refuse landfill site, believed to contain an uncontrolled mix of municipal, industrial and e-waste, including heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic and chromium, was washed into the Weija Lake.

The illegal site, reportedly created along the banks of the River Jei at American Farm in Ngleshie Amanfro in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region by an unknown property developer, was allegedly used to fill the waterway for a commercial project.

The waste was swept into the Weija Lake following Wednesday’s heavy flooding in the area.

According to him, many of those responsible appear unconcerned about the impact of their actions on the environment and the wider community.

“They don’t care about the nuisance it is going to cause, the inconvenience it will create, or the danger it poses. Until we are able to arrest and punish people, this behaviour will continue,” he stated.

Mr Glover stressed that the problem should not be viewed through a political lens, insisting that it is a matter of public attitude and responsibility.

“This has nothing to do with any government. It is an attitudinal issue. It is about our character and how we treat our environment,” he said.

He pointed to similar cases of indiscriminate waste disposal across the country, particularly in urban drainage systems.

He maintained that strict enforcement of environmental laws remains critical to addressing the problem and preventing further pollution of the country’s water bodies.

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The poll found that 56% of respondents expressed satisfaction with the government’s response to dumsor, while 26% said they were dissatisfied and 18% remained neutral.

Despite the majority satisfaction rating, dumsor still ranked third among the areas where Ghanaians perceive government performance to be weakest, cited by 29% of respondents. Unemployment topped that list at 44%, followed by the general economy at 32%.

Dumsor also ranked among the key issues Ghanaians care most about when assessing governance, cited by 8% of voters as a top concern.

The figure reflects an electorate that remains watchful, even as sentiment on the government’s immediate response tilts positive.

The poll, conducted between May 30 and June 12, 2026, sampled 8,784 voters across all 16 regions from 84 constituencies, with a confidence level of 99% and a margin of error of ±2.5%.

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Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Monday, June 15, 2026, following a JoyNews report on the environmental violation, Mr Fiamor said he acted swiftly after receiving complaints about the illegal dumping activities by engaging the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) and Municipal Health Officers to address the situation.

According to him, coordinated enforcement efforts have since curtailed the activities significantly, preventing offenders from freely dumping waste along the riverbanks.

Mr Fiamor explained that legal action became necessary after earlier attempts to stop the operations through dialogue and enforcement measures failed to yield results.

“I reported the case, and we moved to the site and issued them a letter to stop. When we returned, we realised the activity was still ongoing. So I went to the MCE and, together with the Municipal Health Officer, we issued them a summons letter and quickly processed them to court. As I speak to you now, the case is in court,” he said.

He assured residents that the matter is receiving urgent attention and reiterated the municipality’s commitment to restoring environmental order and protecting critical water resources.

A JoyNews investigation revealed that waste dumped at the site flows into the Ja River, then into the Densu River, before eventually reaching the Weija Dam.

The Weija Dam serves as a major source of treated water for large parts of Accra and has come under increasing environmental pressure in recent years. Illegal encroachment around the dam and its catchment areas has also contributed to recurring flooding during the rainy season and posed challenges to water treatment operations.

Despite the ongoing legal process, concerns remain about continued dumping activities. At the time of filing this report, a resident alleged that waste collectors were still transporting refuse to the site using tricycles, raising questions about the effectiveness of enforcement measures on the ground.

Residents are therefore urging authorities to intensify monitoring and enforcement to prevent further pollution of the river system and safeguard the Weija Dam.

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In a statement issued on June 14, 2026, GES said the notice, which informed candidates that they were required to select and submit five preferred schools ahead of the placement process, claimed there was no deadline for submissions and provided an unofficial WhatsApp support line, did not originate from the Service.

The Service cautioned parents, candidates, teachers, and the general public against submitting personal information or engaging with those behind the fake announcement, warning that doing so could expose them to fraud and other forms of exploitation.

It said all official information regarding the school selection and placement exercise would be communicated through its recognised channels and authorised platforms, and urged stakeholders to verify any education-related announcements before acting on them.

GES reaffirmed its commitment to a transparent and credible placement process and assured the public that any legitimate updates on the 2026 school selection exercise would be communicated officially.

The Immigration Service came second with a score of 5.69, while Business Executives climbed to third position with a score of 5.45 — up from 5.31 in March 2026 and a deteriorating trend compared to the December 2025 report.

The poll notes that while the Police and Immigration Service scores have improved slightly from previous waves, suggesting a slow shift in public perception, Business Executives recorded the only worsening score among the top three, signalling growing public concern about integrity in the private sector.

At the other end of the scale, Ministers and Government Officials were perceived as the least corrupt institution with a score of 4.54, followed by the Presidency at 4.84 and the Military at 4.90.

The Judiciary scored 5.41, the Ghana Revenue Authority 5.35, and Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assembly officials scored 5.24.

On the broader question of whether corruption in Ghana has improved, 54% of respondents said it has, down slightly from 56% in March. However, 21% said it has worsened, up from 18% in March — suggesting some erosion in optimism on the anti-corruption front.

When asked which institution is best placed to fight corruption, 36% said both the Attorney General and the Office of the Special Prosecutor could do so equally. Among those with a clear preference, 24% backed the AG over 16% who chose the OSP.

Thirteen per cent said neither institution could effectively fight corruption.

The poll sampled 8,784 voters across all 16 regions between May 30 and June 12, 2026, with a confidence level of 99% and a margin of error of ±2.5%.

The advice was given by the President of the Yen Ara Nkonkonko Association, Sophia Quarshie, during a visit to the New Life Children’s Home in Nungua, where the association donated assorted items as part of activities marking its 60th anniversary celebration.

Speaking to Adom News after the presentation, Mrs. Quarshie urged young women to be mindful of the consequences of early childbearing and the responsibilities that come with parenthood.

“Young people, especially young women, should focus on their education and avoid having children when they are not financially and emotionally ready to care for them,” she said.

According to her, many children end up on the streets because some parents are unable to provide the necessary care, support, and resources needed for their upbringing.

Mrs. Quarshie also disclosed that the association is currently working with the Department of Social Welfare to adopt a girl from the orphanage and support her through her educational journey.

“We are in the process with Social Welfare to adopt a girl child from this home, take her in, and support her through her education up to the university level so she can graduate and become self-reliant,” she stated.

As part of the donation, the association presented 15 bags of rice, eight boxes of one-litre cooking oil, 10 bags of toilet rolls, 50 bags of sachet water, 30 crates of eggs, six cartons of oats, 70 loaves of bread, clothing and socks to support the children at the facility.

The Founder of the New Life Children’s Home and Chief of Nungua expressed appreciation to the association for the gesture, describing the donation as timely and beneficial to the welfare of the children.

He also called for a collective effort to improve living conditions in the country, stressing the need to create more opportunities for young people to succeed locally rather than seeking better prospects abroad under difficult circumstances.

The donation formed part of the Yen Ara Nkonkonko Association’s activities to celebrate its 60 years of service and community support.

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The clash, which occurred on February 7, 2026, at about 12:18 p.m., led to the burning of five motorbikes belonging to some residents.

Speaking in an interview with Adom News affiliate reporter Prince Busula during the presentation ceremony at the Kpandai Police Station, Abdul-Karim said the donation was aimed at restoring peace and supporting affected farmers whose livelihoods were disrupted by the incident.

According to him, the victims relied on the motorbikes for farming activities and daily transportation.

“The clash between the two Nawuri communities led to the burning of five motorbikes. Because I want peace to prevail in Kpandai, I used my personal resources to purchase these five motorbikes to replace those that were destroyed. The beneficiaries are farmers who rely on these motorbikes for their farming activities,” he stated.

He further advised the youth of Kpandai against taking the law into their own hands when disputes arise, urging them to resort to lawful channels for conflict resolution.

“There are laws in Ghana. We have the courts, the police, and other institutions responsible for resolving conflicts. If there is any misunderstanding, people should report it to the appropriate authorities. This donation is not meant to promote violence but to support those who suffered losses and to encourage peace,” he added.

Receiving the motorbikes on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mr Asunke Albert, Secretary to the Nkanchina Chief, Nana Okumankwi I, expressed gratitude to the DCE for the gesture.

He said the incident had severely affected farmers who depend on motorbikes for their farming activities.

“We were deeply saddened by what happened. The loss of the motorbikes affected us greatly because they are essential tools for our farming activities. Some of the victims had to rely on commercial motorbikes, popularly known as ‘yellow yellow,’ to carry out their daily work,” he said.

Mr Asunke Albert also appealed to residents to remain peaceful and resolve disputes through dialogue and lawful means, emphasizing the need for reconciliation and peaceful coexistence.

The presentation forms part of efforts to promote peace and reconciliation in the Kpandai District following the conflict.

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The nine-member board was sworn into office by Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, who urged the members to reposition the Agency and help address persistent weaknesses in public financial management highlighted in successive Auditor-General’s reports.

A major responsibility of the board will be to oversee the review of the Internal Audit Agency Act, 2003, and implement reforms intended to strengthen the Agency’s mandate and operational effectiveness.

Speaking at the inauguration ceremony on Sunday, June 13, 2026, Dr Forson stressed the need to restore confidence in Ghana’s public financial management system.

“We must turn the Internal Audit Agency around and restore it to the purpose for which it was established,” he stated.

According to the Finance Minister, recurring audit infractions identified in Auditor-General’s reports point to gaps in accountability systems and weaknesses in the internal audit function across public institutions.

He called on the board to develop strategies that will promote compliance and ensure that internal auditors who fail to perform their duties are held accountable.

“The level of waste is too high, and the Ghanaian taxpayer is losing too much. We need to find a way to fix it,” Dr Forson said.

He further advocated stronger professional development programmes to equip internal auditors with the skills needed to effectively perform their duties and enhance risk management practices across the public sector.

Dr Forson noted that efforts to strengthen the Internal Audit Agency form part of the government’s broader fiscal reform agenda aimed at restoring confidence in public finances and improving governance.

The newly inaugurated board comprises professionals with expertise in internal auditing, finance, accountancy and human resource management. Members have been tasked with developing measures to strengthen accountability and improve the Agency’s overall impact.

Responding on behalf of the board, Chairperson Professor Joshua Yindenaba Abor described the appointment as a “noble call to duty” and pledged the board’s commitment to promoting accountability and ensuring value for money in the management of public resources.

Professor Abor assured the Finance Minister that the board would work diligently to strengthen the Agency and support its mandate of improving governance, transparency and financial discipline across the public sector.

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Some of the items include roofing sheet, Rice, Cooking oil, Maize, Blankets, among others.

The gesture formed part of efforts by NADMO and the government to provide immediate support to victims whose homes and livelihoods were affected by the disaster.

Speaking during the presentation, the Bono East Regional Director of NADMO, Akwesi Lampo, urged residents to cultivate the habit of planting more trees within their communities as a long-term measure to help reduce the devastating effects of windstorms, especially during the rainy season.

According to him, trees serve as natural windbreaks and can help minimise the impact of strong winds that often accompany heavy rains.

He also encouraged the community members to adopt environmentally friendly practices and work collectively to protect the environment for future generations.

The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Pru East, Abdul Nassir Dauda, who also addressed the gathering, advised residents to be extra cautious during the rainy season and to heed safety precautions aimed at preventing avoidable disasters.

He appealed to the beneficiaries to receive the donated items in good faith and assured them of the Assembly’s continuous support in times of need.

The DCE further reaffirmed the commitment of both the Pru East District Assembly and the government to assisting affected residents and strengthening disaster response mechanisms to safeguard lives and property.

On behalf of the beneficiaries, the Assembly Member for the Labon Electoral Area, Stephen Makiwi Npopiin, expressed appreciation to the government, NADMO and the Pru East District Assembly for their timely intervention.

He said the support had brought relief and renewed hope to the affected families, noting that the residents were grateful for the concern shown towards their plight.

The donation underscores the importance of collaboration between government agencies, local authorities and communities in responding effectively to disasters while promoting preventive measures to mitigate future occurrences.

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The proposed mechanism is expected to enhance oversight of internal auditors, improve compliance with financial regulations and promote greater public scrutiny of how public resources are managed across state institutions.

Dr Forson disclosed the initiative during the inauguration of a nine-member Governing Board of the Internal Audit Agency (IAA) on Sunday, June 14, 2026, where he outlined a number of reforms aimed at strengthening public financial management.

According to the Minister, recurring irregularities highlighted in Auditor-General’s reports underscore weaknesses in the country’s accountability systems, particularly within the internal audit function, making reforms necessary.

“We must turn the Internal Audit Agency around and restore it to the purpose for which it was established,” Dr Forson stated, adding that internal auditors who fail to discharge their responsibilities effectively should face sanctions, including the possible revocation of their licences in cases of professional misconduct.

He stressed that reducing waste and safeguarding public funds remain critical priorities for government, noting that stronger internal audit systems would help restore public confidence in financial governance.

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Speaking to Adom News, the motorists said the onset of the rainy season has worsened the situation, making the road difficult to navigate.

According to them, vehicles, tricycles, popularly known as pragia or aboboyaa, and motorbikes used to transport passengers and farm produce frequently get stuck in muddy sections of the road.

The drivers described the road as a nightmare, saying the poor condition has increased the cost of vehicle maintenance and prolonged travel times.

They noted that many commercial drivers and riders have abandoned the route and shifted their operations to other areas due to the challenges, leaving commuters stranded and struggling to find transportation for their daily activities.

Some residents and commuters who also spoke to Adom News said the deplorable road is causing immense hardship, particularly for pregnant women, the elderly, sick persons and schoolchildren who rely on the route.

They explained that accessing healthcare, markets and other essential services has become increasingly difficult because of the poor road network.

The commuters are therefore calling on the Department of Feeder Roads in the Ahafo Region to urgently intervene and rehabilitate the road before the situation worsens.

They warned that if authorities fail to address their concerns, they may be compelled to embark on a protest to draw attention to their plight.

Residents believe improving the road will not only ease transportation challenges but also facilitate the movement of agricultural produce and boost economic activities in the affected communities.

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Her final resting place was the Madina Muslim Cemetery in Accra following her Janaza prayers on Sunday, June 14, 2026.

The burial, which took place after prayers at the Police Mosque in Cantonments at 10:00 a.m., drew family members, religious leaders, political figures, and sympathisers who gathered to support Dr. Abdul-Hamid and his family in their moment of grief.

The late Hajia Musah, described as a devoted mother, aunt and grandmother, passed away on Friday, June 12, 2026, after a short illness. Her death coincided with Dr. Abdul-Hamid’s 55th birthday.

Speaking after the burial, Dr. Abdul-Hamid expressed gratitude to Allah for the life of his mother, noting the importance of acceptance and patience in times of loss.

“Only Allah does this. The good thing however is that, He does not burden a soul with more than it can bear. In all things, I am grateful to Allah. There are mothers who died and there were no sons to bid them farewell. “Which of the favors of your Lord will you deny?” Therefore, in all things, give thanks.”

Prominent personalities, including former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and NPP national chairmanship hopeful John Boadu, were among those who paid their respects during the burial proceedings.

At night, large sections of the area are plunged into darkness, making it unsafe for road users.

The stretch, which runs around the Achimota Forest Reserve and connects areas such as the Achimota Overhead and the Achimota–Westlands enclave, is a busy route used by thousands of commuters daily.

However, the absence of streetlights has made travelling at night increasingly risky.

Drivers say visibility is poor, particularly near the forest reserve, where thick vegetation makes the area even darker. Many rely solely on their vehicle headlights, making it difficult to spot pedestrians, potholes, or other vehicles in time.

Pedestrians also say they fear walking along or crossing the road at night.

They cite speeding vehicles and the complete darkness as major safety concerns. Some residents further contend that the area becomes unsafe after dark, particularly between 7:00 p.m. and the early hours of the morning when there are fewer people around.

Some commuters allege that criminals take advantage of the darkness to rob unsuspecting victims of their phones, money, and other valuables. Others claim that some attackers pose as ordinary passengers before striking when individuals are isolated.

Road users and residents are calling on authorities, including the Ghana Highway Authority and the relevant local assemblies, to urgently repair the streetlights.

They argue that the situation poses a serious safety risk, given the high volume of traffic on the road each day.

They are also calling for regular maintenance of the lighting infrastructure to ensure that the lights remain operational and do not remain faulty for extended periods.

Some residents have further appealed for increased police patrols along the stretch, particularly at night and in the early morning hours, to improve security.

They believe that restoring the streetlights and enhancing security measures will help reduce fear and make the road safer for both motorists and pedestrians.

Until then, commuters say travelling along the Achimota Forest stretch after dark remains dangerous and requires urgent attention.

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Church of Pentecost Chairman calls for peace in Nkwanta South

Graphic Online understands the deployment forms part of the broader operational response by the Ghana Police Service to ensure a thorough and coordinated investigative process in the region. 

The team is expected to work closely with regional command structures to strengthen fact-finding efforts and provide additional technical and intelligence support on the ground.

“The Ghana Police Service has assured the family of the deceased, the university community, and the general public of its commitment to a professional, transparent, and diligent investigation aimed at establishing the full circumstances surrounding the incident,” the police said.

Apostle Nyamekye made the call during a visit to the Oti Region, where he expressed deep concern over the recurring unrest and disturbances.

He noted that the continued tensions are negatively affecting community development and undermining efforts aimed at improving livelihoods.

According to him, the conflict has disrupted business activities and church operations, worsening poverty and placing further strain on already difficult living conditions.

He stressed that peace is essential for stability, economic growth, and social cohesion, urging all parties to consider the broader consequences of the conflict on families and the wider community.

Apostle Nyamekye specifically appealed to chiefs and the youth to choose reconciliation over hostility, encouraging them to forgive one another and work together in unity.

He also called on young people to seek divine intervention and commit to consistent prayer for peace, emphasizing the role of faith in healing divisions and restoring calm.

He further reminded the youth that they have the greatest stake in the future of Nkwanta South, noting that lasting peace is key to creating opportunities for education, employment, and sustainable development.

He urged them to demonstrate leadership by rejecting violence and becoming ambassadors of peace in their communities.

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The accident occurred at about 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 13, and involved a Hyundai Mighty truck with registration number GE 5963-23 and a Bajaj rickshaw bearing registration number M-21-VR 3558.

Police sources told the Ghana News Agency (GNA) that information about the crash was received from the Volta Regional Police Communication Room, prompting officers to proceed to the scene.

On arrival, the Police found the two vehicles extensively damaged at their various resting positions. Victims were rushed to the Ho Municipal Hospital and the Ho Teaching Hospital for medical attention.

At the hospitals, the police found Bome Comfort, 22; Mr Muntari Munkila, 44; Sterling Govor, five; and Mr Yaw Botwe, 43, driver of the Hyundai truck, in stable condition and receiving treatment.

Another victim, Mr Abubakar Larabu, 44, was reported to be in a critical condition and is also undergoing treatment.

However, Vivian Prempeh, 43, and Osei Portia, 26, were pronounced dead on arrival by medical officers at the respective health facilities.

Their bodies have been deposited at the morgues of the Ho Municipal Hospital and the Ho Teaching Hospital pending autopsy.

Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr Yaw Botwe was travelling from Wusuta towards Accra with two unidentified passengers on board.

Police said that on reaching the Civic Centre traffic lights, the driver allegedly veered off his lane into the opposite lane and collided with the Bajaj rickshaw, which was being ridden by Mr Darko Kwabena, 38.

The truck reportedly continued moving after the collision and crashed into a hair salon and a boutique located by the roadside, injuring several people and resulting in fatalities.

The driver remains on admission under Police observation, while investigations into the incident are ongoing.

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The affected shop, Eddy Kay Collection Shop, was completely engulfed in flames when the fire broke out at about 7:54 p.m., according to information gathered at the scene.

Firefighters from the regional headquarters substation were deployed to the area following a distress call and arrived shortly after. The fire was brought under control within minutes and fully extinguished later in the evening.

Although the shop and its contents were completely destroyed, adjoining structures were saved, preventing what could have escalated into a wider commercial and residential disaster.

No casualties were recorded.

The Asokwa Municipal Chief Executive, Hon. Kamel Amo, visited the scene to assess the situation and obtain firsthand information as emergency response efforts were underway.

Investigations are underway to determine the cause of the fire.

Nana Soglo Alloh IV, President of the Oti Regional House of Chiefs, said the committee forms part of efforts by the House to help restore peace, stability and social cohesion in the municipality.

Speaking to the Ghana News Agency (GNA) after an engagement with key stakeholders in Dambai, Nana Alloh said the House had secured the consent of traditional leaders and youth representatives of the Akyode, Adele and Challa ethnic groups, as well as Zongo Chiefs and their youth for the establishment of the committee.

“The House has engaged the Akyode Traditional leaders and their youth, Adele Traditional leaders and their youth, Challa Traditional leaders and their youth, as well as Zongo Chiefs and their youth and secured their consent to constitute an independent committee.

He said the team will investigate the root causes of the conflict and make recommendations for sustainable peace.

He disclosed that the committee would comprise five eminent chiefs and two prominent citizens drawn from the area.

According to Nana Alloh IV, the committee’s terms of reference include establishing the facts surrounding the disturbances, identifying the triggers of the conflict and proposing mechanisms to prevent future clashes.

He appealed to the Government, development partners and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to support the initiative financially to enable the committee to undertake its work effectively.

The decision follows a recent meeting between the House and representatives of the various ethnic groups at the Oti Regional Coordinating Council Conference Hall in Dambai, where all parties agreed to the formation of the committee.

Nana Alloh IV urged residents, especially the youth, to remain calm and cooperate fully with the committee during its investigations.

“We call on the youth and all stakeholders to cooperate with the House and the committee so that the matter can be resolved amicably and permanently,” he said.

He expressed appreciation to all the parties involved for their willingness to allow the House of Chiefs to intervene and facilitate the establishment of the committee.

The seven-member committee is expected to be inaugurated in Dambai in the coming days to commence its mandate of investigating the conflict and recommending pathways towards lasting peace in Nkwanta South.

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The protest, organised by a pressure group known as the Concerned Citizens of Sogakope, attracted more than 200 residents who marched through the principal streets of the district capital before presenting a petition to the management of the power distribution company.

The demonstrators cited concerns including unexplained electricity bills, inaccurate meter readings, delays in resolving customer complaints, prolonged replacement of faulty meters, alleged unfair disconnection practices, and poor communication on outages and tariff charges.

Carrying placards with inscriptions such as “ECG is exploiting us,” “Stop the abnormal light bills now,” and “We need correct readings for every meter,” the protesters expressed frustration over what they described as years of unresolved challenges facing electricity consumers in the area.

Clad in red and black attire, the demonstrators accused ECG of imposing excessive bills through estimated billing systems and demanded greater transparency and accountability in its operations.

Some residents claimed that electricity bills that previously ranged between GHS150 and GHS300 had in some cases risen to between GHS2,000 and GHS4,000, with others reportedly receiving bills exceeding GHS10,000.

Spokesperson for the group, Mr Bernard Cudjoe, who presented a petition to Mr Mawunyo Kudzo Akwetey, the Sogakope District Manager of ECG, said the demonstration was intended to draw attention to the hardship consumers are facing.

“Consumers deserve accurate billing, quality service and prompt resolution of complaints. We are demanding fairness, transparency and accountability from ECG,” he said.

The petition outlined demands including accurate billing based on actual meter readings, timely communication on outages, prompt resolution of complaints and billing disputes, improved customer service, faster replacement of faulty meters, and fair disconnection and reconnection procedures.

Mr Cudjoe said the group expects ECG to take immediate steps to address the concerns raised and restore public confidence in its services, adding that they have given the company a three-month ultimatum to respond or face further action.

The protest, dubbed “Say No to Abnormal Light Bills and Estimated Bills Demonstration,” was conducted peacefully under heavy security supervision.

More than 50 police officers were deployed to maintain law and order, and the demonstration ended without any reported incidents. Residents and organisers commended the police for their professionalism.

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Source: GNA

The argument is contained in a submission of no case filed after the Attorney General closed its case against the two accused persons.

Mr Asamoah and Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi are facing charges of causing financial loss to the state over the alleged disbursement of $2 million for the proposed Sky Train project without approval from the GIIF Board.

The prosecution ended its case after calling three witnesses — former GIIF Board member Yaw Odame-Darkwa, acting GIIF Board Secretary Kofi Boakye, and National Intelligence Bureau officer Francis Aboagye, who led investigations into the matter.

The witnesses testified that the GIIF Board did not approve the Sky Train project for which the funds were allegedly disbursed.

Following the close of the prosecution’s case, lawyers for the accused persons indicated their intention to file a submission of no case, arguing that the evidence presented fails to establish the offences against their clients.

In the application, the defence contends that the loss of the $2 million investment was a consequence of the global Covid-19 pandemic, which disrupted projects and business activities worldwide.

The lawyers are asking the court to dismiss the charges and bring the trial to an end without requiring the accused persons to open their defence.

The case is before Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, who granted the defence three weeks to file the application. The court is expected to determine whether the prosecution has made a case requiring the accused persons to respond.

A section of an unauthorised refuse landfill site, believed to contain an uncontrolled mix of municipal, industrial and e-waste — including heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic and chromium — has been washed into the Weija Lake.

The illegal site, reportedly created along the banks of the River Jei at American Farm in Ngleshie Amanfro in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region by an unknown property developer, was allegedly used to fill the waterway for a commercial project.

The waste was swept into the Weija Lake following Wednesday’s heavy flooding in the area.

It now poses a grave danger to about 80% of Accra residents who rely on the water supply from the Weija Lake produced by the Ghana Water Company Limited.

A large volume of plastic waste, including used sanitary pads, plastic bottled water containers and baby diapers, floated onto residents’ compounds, with an offensive smell that attracted swarms of flies and mosquitoes.

The Weija Lake, which serves as a source of drinking water for Accra West residents, is now raising serious environmental health concerns.

According to residents, they woke up one morning to see tricycle waste collectors disposing of refuse in their environment.

They thought it was a temporary activity, but it later attracted tricycle waste collectors from Accra and other places to dump their refuse there.

Sooner or later, their activities became a nuisance as residents could no longer stand the stench emanating from the site.

Madam Helen Ankrah, Head Teacher of West Gate International School, which is located about 100 metres from the dumpsite, said their attempt to stop the dumping was met with threats and intimidation from the persons behind the illegal landfill site.

Madam Ankrah said she and other residents reported the matter to the Ga South Environmental Office, and they were told that officials had received reports about it and promised to take action.

Mr Patrick Hayford said that since he came to the area, the community had not experienced such a terrible flood before.

He said the most disturbing part is how their compounds have been filled with all kinds of waste, a powerful stench, and a huge presence of houseflies and mosquitoes, raising fears of a possible outbreak of waterborne diseases. 

He said apart from the unbearable nature of the situation, the refuse that has been washed into the lake raises serious health concerns.

 In an interview with myjoyonline, Dr. Naa Ayikailey Bruce-Vanderpuije, Senior Research Scientist at the Water Research Institute of Ghana, revealed that the uncontrolled mix of municipal, industrial and e-waste at the site likely released heavy metals like lead, cadmium, mercury, arsenic and chromium into the lake. Other contaminants include persistent organic pollutants such as PAHs from burnt waste and PCBs from electrical equipment, plus phthalates, BPA, faecal coliforms, E. coli, ammonia and hydrogen sulphide.

Faecal bacteria and ammonia are relatively short-lived, but heavy metals do not degrade,” Dr. Bruce-Vanderpuije explained. “They partition into bottom sediments within days and can remain bioavailable for decades. PAHs and PCBs bind strongly to organic particles and can persist in sediments for years to over a century.” She said the most immediate danger is microbiological contamination. “Faecal coliforms can cause acute gastroenteritis, typhoid, cholera and dysentery within hours to days.

Ammonia spikes also threaten aquatic life and can reduce disinfection efficacy. “The long-term risks, she added, are heavier.

Lead causes irreversible neurodevelopmental damage in children at any level.

Cadmium accumulates in kidneys and causes progressive kidney disease. Arsenic is a known carcinogen linked to bladder, skin and lung cancers.

PAHs and PCBs bioaccumulate in fish and pose cancer and endocrine disruption risks that will play out over decades if not fully remediated.

Dr. Bruce-Vanderpuije urged GWCL and EPA to prioritise tests for total coliform, E. coli, turbidity, pH, dissolved oxygen, conductivity and ammonia. Within one week, a full heavy metal panel should be done.

Within 2-4 weeks, screening for PAHs, PCBs, phthalates and bioassay toxicity testing should be completed, with sediment cores taken near the inlet. “All results must be benchmarked against WHO drinking water guidelines and Ghana EPA/GSA standards, and published in full,” she said.

For the debris on the dam banks, she advised that it must be treated as hazardous waste until proven otherwise.

Workers must use full PPE and waste must not be burned openly, as this creates dioxins and furans.

Material should go to a permitted landfill with leachate containment, and a temporary silt curtain should be deployed to intercept particles during future rains. Long-term health impact

Children under five face the greatest risk from lead, with even low levels causing measurable IQ loss and behavioural problems. Pregnant women exposed to cadmium, mercury and organic pollutants risk preterm birth and foetal neurological impairment.

 Adults face increased cancer risk from arsenic and progressive kidney disease from cadmium. Policy gaps

Dr. Bruce-Vanderpuije said Ghana has laws like the Water Resources Commission Act, EPA Act and Public Health Act, but enforcement is failing.

There is no legally enforced boundary around Weija’s catchment, no national register of dump sites, and agencies like EPA, GWCL and District Assemblies work in silos. Fines for illegal dumping are also too low to deter offenders. She noted similar incidents have occurred before.

The Densu River, which feeds Weija, has faced over a decade of contamination from human activities and industrial discharge.

“My greatest concern is that heavy metals and persistent organic pollutants have already bound to lake sediments and will continue leaching into Accra’s water supply for months or years,” she said. “Residents should stop drinking tap water immediately and switch to verified bottled or sachet water from regulated sources until GWCL publishes independent lab results confirming the water meets WHO standards at the tap.

Water Research Institute conducts research into all aspects of water resources (both living and non-living) in order to provide scientific and technical information and services, as well as strategies for the sustainable development, utilization, and management of such resources for the socio-economic advancement of the country

On his part, the President of Friends of Rivers and Waterbodies, Nana Dwomoh Sarpong, said by law, the construction of any landfill site must receive prior approval from the municipal authority. “The fact that waste from this site was swept into a water body that supplies about 80% of Accra residents is not just negligence; it is a criminal act, and the law must be allowed to work without fear or favour,” he said. “I am deeply worried about the systemic failure on the part of government to punish individuals and companies that build in waterways and protected catchment areas.

For years we have watched developers and waste operators flout environmental regulations with little or no consequence, and the result is always the same:

our rivers, dams and drinking water sources pay the price. My question is simple: How was someone able to site a landfill project in a residential area, right on the banks of a river that feeds the Weija Dam, without the Ga South Municipal Assembly noticing? A project of that scale cannot happen on the blind side of an entire assembly.

This points to either gross negligence or deliberate collusion, and both must be investigated.

Until we start prosecuting offenders and sealing off water catchments with legally enforceable boundaries, we will keep recycling the same disaster.

Accra cannot afford another day of toxic waste in its taps.

In an interview, the Assembly Member for Ngleshie Amanfro, Mr. Kobina Fiamor, said the Ga South Municipal Chief Executive, Moses Kabu Kubi Ocansey, the Member of Parliament, Felix Akwetey Okle, the coordinator, and his team visited the area during the floods.

He said the landfill site was the main cause of the massive flooding in the community because it blocked the waterway. Due to its closeness to the Jei River, water could not flow freely, and that has become a major challenge for residents across the entire community. “When contaminants from that waste are swept into the water, and that same water is treated and piped to us to drink, it becomes a very dangerous situation,” Mr. Fiamor stated. He added that no one in the assembly knows who permitted the dumping.

The construction of the landfill site was not sanctioned by the Ga South Municipal Assembly, and we have taken the matter to court,” he said.

 Because of the stench and other health concerns, Mr. Fiamor said he instructed the operators to cover the refuse with sand to reduce the smell and protect residents.

He also revealed that some affected residents wanted to take the law into their own hands and attack truck drivers who were dumping gravel there as a temporary control measure. “I told them to stop. We are addressing the issue through the proper channels, so I insisted that we use the law to deal with the matter,” he explained.

A tour downstream along the River Jei, conducted by this reporter, revealed a grim trail of waste stretching for several kilometres before the river empties into Weija Lake.

 At multiple points along the banks, large quantities of plastic waste that failed to reach the lake during Wednesday’s floods were lodged in bushes, tangled in tree roots, and scattered across open ground several miles upstream.

 Unless the waste trapped along the River Jei is cleared urgently, Weija Lake faces the prospect of repeated pulses of plastic and toxic leachate with every rain.

The confirmed cases include 181 deaths, according to the government’s latest situation report.

The data shows that the outbreak, Congo’s 17th, remains confined to three eastern provinces: Ituri, North Kivu, and South Kivu.

But it showed that cases had been confirmed for the first time in the Nia-Nia health zone in Ituri and the Mabalako health zone in North Kivu.

There are now confirmed cases in 20 of Ituri’s 36 ​health zones, 10 of North Kivu’s 34 health zones, and 1 health zone in South Kivu.

In a statement, the ECOWAS Commission expressed profound sorrow over the loss of the veteran Ghanaian diplomat, describing him as an accomplished statesman, respected regional leader, and dedicated servant of peace and integration.

Ambassador Gbeho served as President of the ECOWAS Commission from February 18, 2010, to March 1, 2012, during a crucial period of institutional consolidation after reforms transformed the ECOWAS Executive Secretariat into a Commission.

According to ECOWAS, his leadership played a significant role in advancing regional integration, strengthening the institution’s framework, and enhancing the bloc’s reputation as one of Africa’s most successful regional organisations.

The Commission noted that Ambassador Gbeho’s service to ECOWAS extended beyond his tenure as President. In 1995, he was appointed ECOWAS Special Representative for Liberia, where he played a key role in efforts to restore peace, stability, and constitutional order.

Throughout his distinguished career, Ambassador Gbeho held several senior national and international positions, including Ghana’s Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Minister for Foreign Affairs, and United Nations Special Representative for Somalia.

ECOWAS said he remained committed to diplomacy, peacebuilding, regional cooperation, and public service throughout his life, leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire future generations.

The Commission extended its condolences to the family of the late diplomat, President John Dramani Mahama, the Government and people of Ghana, the diplomatic community across West Africa, and all who had the privilege of working with him.

ECOWAS said it joins them in mourning the loss of a distinguished diplomat whose contributions to Ghana, West Africa, and the international community will be remembered with deep respect and gratitude.

The latest pricing outlook released by the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) and sighted by Joy Business indicates that petrol, diesel and LPG will all record reductions during the second pricing window of June.

Petrol Leads Price Decline

Petrol is expected to see the largest reduction, with prices projected to fall by up to 9.31%.

If oil marketing companies fully apply the projected reduction, a litre of petrol could sell for about GH¢14.72, making it one of the steepest fuel price cuts seen in recent times.

Diesel prices are also expected to decline, with a litre likely to sell around GH¢17.02, particularly among oil marketing companies that procure products on credit from Bulk Oil Distributors.

LPG prices are projected to ease marginally, with a kilogram expected to sell at about GH¢17.20.

Joy Business understands that the reduction margin for diesel remains relatively small due to the full removal of the government-industry intervention mechanism, while LPG prices continue to be influenced by existing tender arrangements.

Industry players say the decline could have been even steeper if not for the recent depreciation of the cedi. According to COMAC, the local currency weakened from GH¢11.59 to GH¢11.80 per US dollar during the pricing period, representing a 2.45% loss in value.

NPA Slashes Price Floor

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has also announced new price floors for the June 16–30 pricing window.

The price floor for petrol has been reduced from GH¢15.20 per litre in the first half of June to GH¢13.39 per litre. Diesel’s price floor has also dropped from GH¢15.49 to GH¢15.11 per litre.

The NPA has directed industry players to comply with the new price floors, meaning no oil marketing company is expected to sell below the approved rates.

However, given the intense competition currently prevailing in the market, industry watchers believe some major players, including GOIL and Star Oil, could price their products very close to the new floors.

Why Prices Are Falling

According to COMAC, the projected reductions are driven primarily by falling crude oil prices and declining prices of refined petroleum products on international markets.

Crude oil prices have dropped sharply this month, falling from about $110 per barrel to $97 per barrel, representing a decline of roughly 12%.

The decline has been attributed to weaker Chinese imports, record-high US oil exports and continued releases from strategic petroleum reserves by member countries of the International Energy Agency (IEA).

Prices of finished petroleum products have also recorded their biggest declines this year. COMAC estimates that LPG prices fell by 19.94%, petrol by 15.21% and diesel by 10.17% on the international market.

There are also indications that crude oil prices could ease further following reports of a new agreement aimed at ending the conflict in the Middle East, a development that could provide additional relief for consumers in the coming pricing windows.

The incident has sparked widespread discussion within the school and the Bole community, with many expressing shock over the claims.

According to sources, the teacher, said to be a science tutor at the school, is alleged to have engaged in inappropriate conduct with the student in one of the school’s science laboratories.

The video, which has since circulated on social media, reportedly prompted school authorities to begin internal processes to establish the facts surrounding the matter.

Sources further indicate that a committee was scheduled to meet with the teacher on Monday, June 15, 2026, as part of the ongoing investigation.

Neither the school authorities nor the relevant education officials had publicly commented on the matter at the time of filing this report.

The allegations remain under investigation, and no official findings have been released.

In a statement shared on Facebook on Sunday, June 14, Awuku argued that Section 4(1) of the Tourism Act, 2011 (Act 817) clearly states that the Chairperson of the GTA Board must come from the private sector.

According to him, the appointment of Gertrude Emefa Donkor raises legal concerns, as she currently heads GoldBod Jewellery, which he describes as a state-owned institution.

“This is not about personalities. It is about compliance with the law,” Awuku stressed.

He questioned whether a person who leads a public institution, exercises public authority, and manages state resources can still be classified as a private sector representative under the law.

Awuku acknowledged that while Article 70 of Ghana’s Constitution grants the President the power to appoint, such authority must align with laws governing public institutions.

“The Tourism Act did not simply require a Chairperson; it specifically required one from the private sector,” he noted.

The lawmaker also raised concerns over what he described as the growing concentration of public appointments in the hands of a few individuals.

He questioned whether there is a shortage of qualified Ghanaians to occupy key national positions, arguing that the government’s promise of a 24-hour economy and its “1:3:3 formula” aimed at creating more opportunities appears inconsistent with current appointment trends.

Awuku further asked whether there were no qualified professionals within Ghana’s tourism, hospitality, travel, events, and creative arts sectors — including members of the ruling party — who could have been considered for the role.

He also addressed a possible justification that the GTA appointment may have preceded Ms. Donkor’s appointment as Managing Director of GoldBod, insisting that any change in circumstances should still be examined in line with the law.

Calling for clarity, Awuku urged the Presidency and the Ministry of Tourism to explain the basis for the appointment.

“We cannot claim to be strengthening institutions while overlooking provisions deliberately enacted to protect them,” he stated, adding that until clear answers are provided, the appointment will continue to raise questions.

The incident involved a two-pole-mounted transformer, which was engulfed in flames and emitting thick smoke when responders arrived at the scene.

To facilitate firefighting efforts and ensure public safety, power supply to the affected installation was disconnected in collaboration with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).

The fire was brought under control within a short period, preventing further damage to nearby installations and properties.

Although sections of the utility pole and some electrical cables were damaged, the swift response helped contain the fire before it could spread to adjoining structures.

The cause of the fire is yet to be established.

Family sources confirmed that Ambassador Gbeho died at a hospital on Saturday, June 13, 2026, after a lifetime of dedicated service to Ghana, the West African sub-region, and the international community.

Born on January 12, 1935, in Keta in the Volta Region, Ambassador Gbeho was 91 years old at the time of his death. Having celebrated his 91st birthday in January 2026, he passed away five months later.

A respected lawyer, diplomat and politician, Gbeho served as Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs from 1997 to 2001 under the administration of former President Jerry John Rawlings.

He later represented the Anlo Constituency in Parliament from 2001 to 2005 and subsequently served as a foreign policy adviser to the late President John Evans Atta Mills.

His diplomatic career spanned several decades and took him to key postings in China, India, Nigeria, Germany, the United Kingdom and Switzerland.

He also served as Ghana’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations in New York from 1980 to 1990 and held ambassadorial assignments in Geneva and other international capitals.

In 2010, Ambassador Gbeho was unanimously elected President of the ECOWAS Commission, a position he held until 2012, earning widespread respect for his efforts to strengthen regional integration and diplomacy across West Africa.

The veteran diplomat came from a family with a rich legacy of national service. He was the son of Philip Gbeho, the renowned composer credited with arranging Ghana’s national anthem, and an uncle of the late celebrated broadcaster Komla Dumor.

Tributes are expected from political leaders, diplomats, former colleagues and international organisations in recognition of his immense contributions to Ghana’s foreign policy and international relations.

Details of funeral arrangements are yet to be announced by the family.

Sophia Akuffo, who led the judiciary from 2017 to 2020, is understood to have submitted her resignation last year.

She has not attended any Council of State meetings since then.

Neither Akuffo nor the presidency has commented on the development. The circumstances surrounding her decision have not been publicly disclosed.

The Council of State is a constitutional body tasked with advising the president on matters of national importance.

Its membership includes elected and appointed representatives drawn from across the country.

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Her exit, however, follows a turbulent period during which she became a central figure in one of Ghana’s most consequential judicial crises.

When the Council of State voted in April 2025 on whether a prima facie case had been established against then Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, 30 out of 31 members voted in favour. Sophia Akuffo was the sole abstention, though the reasons for her decision were not publicly disclosed at the time.

Sophia Akuffo went further in the months that followed. She appeared voluntarily before the Article 146 committee established to investigate Torkornoo, at the request of the suspended Chief Justice herself, to present testimony in her defence.

She also went public with her misgivings about the entire process.

In an interview in September 2025, she criticised the proceedings that led to Torkornoo’s removal, arguing that the suspended Chief Justice did not receive a fair hearing.

She described the process as a “treason trial” and said it had weakened the judiciary. She further argued that the allegations against Torkornoo “lack the gravity that will lead to a grave outcome such as the removal of the head of an institution of justice.”

The remarks drew sharp backlash.

Former Director of the Ghana School of Law, Kwaku Ansa-Asare, accused Akuffo of breaching her oath of secrecy as a Council of State member, arguing that her statements indirectly revealed knowledge of confidential proceedings.

A member of the United Party, Solomon Owusu, announced plans to petition for her removal, accusing her of breaching the oath of secrecy and saying her actions could set a dangerous precedent. Solomon Owusu also criticised her for serving as a witness for Torkornoo before the Pwamang-led committee while still a member of the Council of State, which had participated in establishing the prima facie case.

President Mahama signed the warrant for Torkornoo’s removal on September 1, 2025.

Sophia Akuffo is one of Ghana’s most respected jurists, having served on the Supreme Court for over two decades before becoming the country’s 13th Chief Justice. She was only the second woman to hold the position, after Justice Georgina Theodora Wood.

Before her elevation to Chief Justice, she served as a judge of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights and held several roles within the Ghanaian judiciary.

Her time on the Council of State had drawn public attention earlier in 2023, when she joined pensioner groups protesting aspects of the government’s domestic debt exchange programme, arguing that retirees should not bear an unfair burden in the country’s economic recovery effort.

No official announcement has been made regarding a replacement.

The court also directed that she be served with a hearing notice.

It ordered that copies of both documents be posted on the Adentan High Court notice board and on the walls of the Minister’s residence or be left with an adult at the residence.

Copies are also to be served on the Chief Director of the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council and published in the Daily Graphic.

Ocloo is expected to appear before the court to explain why she should not be committed to prison for contempt.

The orders followed the granting of substituted service in the case titled: Republic v. Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo (Defendant), ex parte Bernard Oduro, suing through his lawful attorney, Felix Mishio Ankonam. The case has been adjourned to June 24, 2026.

The dispute concerns the development of a parcel of land claimed by the applicant and the proposed relocation of the Dodowa Market onto that land.

Ocloo had indicated, as part of a pledge to the people of Shai-Osudoku, that steps were being taken to fence the Dodowa Forest. However, the land earmarked for the exercise is the subject of ongoing litigation between Bernard Oduro and the Attorney-General.

In an affidavit, Oduro stated that on October 22, 2025, he secured an interlocutory injunction restraining the Minister from developing the land pending final determination of the case.

He said the order was duly served on Ocloo and the Chief Director.

Around April 17, 2026, he said he discovered that individuals were clearing and grading the land. Investigations allegedly revealed that they were acting on the Minister’s instructions.

Oduro reported the matter to the Ghana Police Service, leading to the arrest of those engaged in the work. However, on April 24, 2026, Ocloo reportedly visited the Police Headquarters and ordered their release, stating they were acting on her directives.

The applicant further alleged that the Minister stated, in the presence of the Director of Special Operations, that work on the land would continue despite the injunction, as the land was needed for the Dodowa Market relocation.

He said warnings from his counsel that such actions contravened court orders were ignored.

Oduro also stated that on April 28, the Minister granted interviews to two Accra-based radio stations, acknowledging awareness of both the litigation and the injunction, but indicated that her plans would continue.

He contended that the minister justified her actions as part of a national assignment, despite lacking lawful authority.

According to the applicant, the Minister’s conduct amounted to wilful disobedience of the court’s orders, effectively placing herself above the law.

According to residents, the absence of a refuse container has forced households to dispose of their waste at an open dumping site, resulting in large heaps of garbage and creating what they describe as an unhealthy living environment.

They say the situation has become increasingly unbearable, with foul odours and swarms of houseflies affecting homes, businesses and daily activities.

Some residents lamented that the stench from the refuse dump has made it difficult for them to sit comfortably in their homes or conduct business in the area.

Beyond the inconvenience, residents fear the unsanitary conditions could trigger a cholera outbreak and other sanitation-related diseases, especially during the rainy season when floodwaters can spread contaminants across communities.

They have therefore appealed to the Upper Denkyira East Municipal Assembly, government and Zoomlion Ghana Limited to urgently provide a refuse container and evacuate the accumulated waste before the situation escalates into a public health crisis.

The deceased have been identified as 45-year-old Kofi Appiah and his 16-year-old son, Adom Emmanuel.

According to reports, the victims were working on their farm when they were attacked by unknown assailants. A second son who was with them at the time has since gone missing, with search efforts currently underway to locate him.

The bodies of the deceased have been conveyed to the Nkwanta South Government Hospital morgue for preservation, autopsy and further examination.

The circumstances leading to the attack remain unclear. However, residents and family members suspect the incident may be linked to the protracted conflict affecting parts of the municipality, which has heightened security concerns in the area.

Police have launched investigations into the killings and the disappearance of the third victim.

Authorities are expected to engage witnesses and members of the community as part of efforts to identify the perpetrators and determine the motive behind the attack.

In a statement issued on Sunday, June 14, 2026, the constituency described his passing as a great loss to the party and the people he served.

According to the statement, Chairman Iddrisu Sani passed away on Sunday after years of dedicated service to the party and the constituency.

The NDC said he was more than a party executive, describing him as a pillar, mobiliser and committed servant of the people whose contributions to the growth of the party would not be forgotten.

Preparations are currently underway for his burial in accordance with Islamic rites.

The party extended its condolences to the bereaved family, friends and supporters, while praying for strength and comfort for all affected by the loss.

The event brought together pastors and their spouses, retirees and their spouses, as well as widows of pastors.

The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Wengam, led an intensive three-and-a-half-hour prayer session focusing on key areas including thanksgiving, repentance, rededication, intercession for the Assemblies of God World Congress to be held in Accra in October this year, the needs of the church, personal concerns, and prayers for the nation.

Appreciation

The Greater Accra East Regional Superintendent, Rev. Andrews Nelson Awintia, who hosted the event, expressed appreciation to Rev. Wengam and his wife, Lady Mrs Monica Wengam, for their leadership and commitment to the church.

Mrs. Wengam also commended the pastors for their dedication and used the occasion to present cloth and cash donations to widows, retirees and their spouses. In addition, pastors’ wives received cloth, while the pastors were also presented with gifts.

Exhortation

In his exhortation, Rev. Wengam encouraged pastors to remain diligent in their calling and to avoid attitudes such as grumbling and anxiety, noting that such behaviours can erode peace and hinder their effectiveness in ministry.

Marriage Vows

As part of the visitation, the General Superintendent led ministers and their spouses in renewing their marriage vows, stressing the importance of keeping them unbroken until death, as ordained by God.

In a statement issued on Sunday, June 14, 2026, the association said the decision follows high-level engagements with key political and traditional leaders, including the Member of Parliament for the KEEA constituency, the Central Regional Minister, the MCE for Komenda/Edina/Eguafo/Abirem, the Paramount Chief of the Komenda Traditional Area, and a member of the Interim Management Committee of the Komenda Sugar Factory.

SUFAG explained that the leaders appealed for time to engage relevant authorities on the concerns raised by sugarcane farmers and the future of the Komenda Sugar Factory.

According to the association, the suspension is in the interest of dialogue and constructive engagement, although it stressed that its position on the matter remains unchanged.

SUFAG maintains that the Komenda Sugar Factory should be removed from the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry and placed either under the Office of the President as a special initiative project or under the 24-hour economy framework to improve efficiency and accountability.

The association noted that despite significant public investment over the years, the factory remains non-operational, a situation it says continues to affect farmers and the wider agricultural value chain.

It further indicated that it has given authorities up to July 31, 2026, to present a clear roadmap on the future of the factory.

SUFAG warned that failure to meet its expectations within the stipulated period could lead to a peaceful picketing exercise at the Jubilee House.

The association, however, expressed appreciation to stakeholders who facilitated the engagement and urged members to remain calm as further consultations continue.

According to him, inadequate staffing, lack of logistics and delays in the release of funds continue to hamper the work of the assemblies, affecting their ability to enforce planning regulations and supervise developments within their jurisdictions.

He noted that although the assemblies have technical professionals, including architects, engineers, planners and surveyors, many of them are operating with limited personnel.

“We have architects, engineers, planners and surveyors within the assemblies, but many of them are understaffed. Some assemblies have only one or two engineers overseeing an entire municipality, making effective supervision of developments extremely difficult,” Emmanuel Cherry stated.

He stressed that the situation has contributed to challenges in processing building permits and monitoring construction activities.

The Chamber also expressed concern over delays in the release of budgetary allocations to assemblies, describing the situation as a major setback to service delivery.

“Without adequate funding and logistics, routine activities such as site inspections become difficult. Government must equip the assemblies, recruit more technical personnel and ensure the timely release of funds to help them carry out their regulatory responsibilities effectively,” he added.

He warned that inadequate logistics and operational constraints could create opportunities for irregularities in the building permit acquisition process, ultimately affecting orderly development.

Emmanuel Cherry made the remarks at an event where the Ghana Chamber of Construction Industry honoured Nickseth Construction Company Limited as the Best Building and Civil Engineering Company of the Year 2024/2025.

Receiving the award, Nicholas Frimpong Boateng highlighted some of the major challenges confronting the construction industry, particularly delays in payments by both government and private clients.

“One of the biggest challenges in the construction industry is delayed payment. Construction is not something everyone can do without the required technical expertise. It requires skilled professionals, proper planning, budgeting and forecasting to achieve the desired results,” he said.

He further encouraged construction firms to remain innovative, embrace healthy competition and maintain high professional standards to drive growth within the industry.

“As a company, you must think positively, believe in competition and continue to improve. Competition helps raise standards and ultimately benefits the entire construction sector,” Mr. Frimpong Boateng stated.

According to the Odikro of Aworabo, Nana Kwaku Barfo, the incident marks the second time residents have had to resort to such measures due to the poor state of roads in the area.

He explained to Adom News that the situation has become worse during the rainy season, making the roads nearly impassable and discouraging commercial drivers from accessing the community.

The deceased, who died in Aworabo, was to be buried in a nearby town where the community’s cemetery is located. However, no vehicle owner was willing to transport the body because of the deplorable condition of the road.

Faced with the challenge, residents improvised by using a motorbike to convey the corpse to the burial site.

“When no vehicle was willing to transport the body to the cemetery, I suggested that the deceased be wrapped in a mosquito net and cloth and securely tied to a motorbike to ensure stability during the journey. That was the only option available to us, and it was how we managed to transport the body for burial,” Nana Barfo recounted.

The chief expressed concern that the poor road network continues to affect healthcare delivery, transportation, and other essential services in the community.

He warned that if urgent action is not taken to rehabilitate the roads, residents could face even more serious challenges, including potential health and sanitation risks.

Nana Barfo has therefore appealed to the government and relevant authorities to fix the roads to improve access and prevent similar incidents from occurring in the future.

Source: Kwame Kulenu

The deceased, identified as Innocentia Atsufui Avinu, was found at the shoreline on Saturday, June 13, 2026, after residents of the Duakor community reported a body washed ashore.

Preliminary findings shared by the UCC District Police Commander, ASP Abdul Abubakar, indicate that the deceased’s roommate last saw her at about 7:00 p.m. two days before the discovery.

According to the roommate, the deceased received a phone call, dressed casually, and left their shared room. She reportedly did not return afterwards, raising concern among colleagues and prompting efforts to trace her whereabouts.

The body was discovered the following morning by residents and subsequently reported to the police. Officers who arrived at the scene said no visible injuries were observed during initial examination. The remains were later transferred to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital morgue for preservation.

The deceased was later identified with the assistance of her roommate and confirmed by family members at the mortuary.

Police say a post-mortem examination will be conducted following a coroner’s request to determine the exact cause of death. Investigations are ongoing.

Authorities have also urged the public to avoid spreading unverified information as inquiries continue into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

According to the report, earlier that same day at about 0630 hours, Mensah received information that unknown persons had allegedly stormed the Adevukope Cemetery and damaged the graves of two recently buried persons, late Esi Havor Deku, aged 67, and Akakpo Agbobli, aged 93, who were buried three weeks and one month ago, respectively.

It was further alleged that the perpetrators exhumed and made away with the remains of Deku, while they were unable to remove the body of Agbobli.

The District Crime Officer, ASP Emmanuel Habada, together with the complainant, later proceeded to the scene, which is located a few metres from the Adevukope community.

They found Madam Deku’s grave damaged, with the coffin opened and the body missing, leaving behind pieces of cloth believed to belong to the deceased.

The grave of Agbobli was also found partially disturbed; however, the coffin remained intact.

Police have since begun an investigation into the incident.

The discovery was reported to police at about 3:15 a.m., prompting an immediate response team to be deployed to the beach.

According to preliminary findings, the body—believed to be that of a woman between 25 and 30 years—was found lying in a prone position with blood observed oozing from the nose.

However, the police have clarified that a careful examination at the scene revealed no visible marks of assault, contrary to early speculation that may have suggested foul play.

“The body was carefully inspected, and there were no marks of assault on it. Photographs were taken, and the body has since been deposited at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital morgue for identification and autopsy,” the UCC District Police Command stated.

A Post-mortem examination will be conducted to establish the exact cause of death.

Meanwhile, chief fishermen along the coastal stretch have been tasked to inform their respective communities to assist in identifying the deceased.

Police say investigations are ongoing, with the autopsy expected to provide critical clarity on whether the death was due to natural causes, drowning, or other underlying factors.

The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the university authorities to work closely with the Ghana Police Service to ensure a full and transparent investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.

In a statement issued by the Ministry, the government extended condolences to the bereaved family, friends, and the university community, describing the incident as a tragic loss.

The Ministry also urged the public to allow investigative authorities to carry out their work without interference, as efforts continue to establish the cause of death.

Signed by the Press Secretary to the Minister, Hashmin Mohammed, the statement reaffirmed government’s commitment to ensuring safety and accountability within tertiary institutions.

She made the appeal during the school’s 2026 graduation and commissioning ceremony for 672 students.

According to her, the school is struggling with insufficient tables and chairs, limited classroom space, lack of modern teaching facilities, absence of a dedicated office vehicle, and an inadequate administration block, all of which are affecting effective teaching and learning.

She stressed that although Ola Girls’ SHS remains one of the notable schools in the country, the infrastructure deficit is significantly hindering both staff and students.

Beatrice Adongo therefore called on government, corporate organisations, NGOs, and individuals to support the school to improve its learning environment.

She also urged parents to continue guiding their wards as they complete their second-cycle education and prepare for tertiary studies, emphasizing the need for proper care and supervision.

The Assistant Cathedral Administrator for Goaso Cathedral, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Adu Boateng, who was the guest speaker, commended parents for their support throughout the students’ three-year academic journey despite challenges.

He encouraged parents to maintain close relationships with their children as they await their results, warning that reduced parental engagement could expose them to negative peer influence that may affect their future.

The exercise, carried out on Friday, June 12, 2026, is part of measures aimed at restoring drainage channels and improving the free flow of stormwater, especially during periods of heavy rainfall.

Officials explained that encroachment on waterways has significantly contributed to recurring floods in parts of Tema by obstructing the natural drainage system.

The operation involved relevant departments of the Assembly, with authorities stressing the need for traders, residents and developers to comply with planning regulations and avoid building on drainage reserves.

The Mayor of Tema, Ebi Bright, reaffirmed the Assembly’s commitment to building a cleaner, safer and more climate-resilient city.

She noted that protecting waterways remains critical to safeguarding lives and property, and urged residents to support ongoing sanitation and flood-control measures by keeping drains clear.

The TMA indicated that similar enforcement exercises will continue across the metropolis as part of broader efforts to strengthen urban planning and reduce flood risks.

The crash occurred on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at about 16:48 hours in front of the Rashid Sumaila Washing Bay, along the busy highway.

The accident involved a Boxer motorcycle with registration number M-26-WR, a Toyota Corolla (CR 44-22), and a Daewoo Metro Mass bus (GS 5267-20).

Eyewitness accounts suggest the motorcycle collided with the side of the Toyota Corolla, causing the rider to fall onto the roadway. He was subsequently run over by the Metro Mass bus, leading to his instant death.

The identity of the deceased has not yet been made public.

Emergency responders later arrived at the scene to assist in managing traffic and clearing debris, allowing for the gradual restoration of vehicular movement along the route.

The police conveyed the body to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital morgue for preservation and further investigation.

The motorcycle sustained extensive damage, while the Toyota Corolla also recorded damage to its side.

Investigations have been launched to establish the exact circumstances that led to the fatal crash.