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Chiefs, Queen Mothers and Principal Elders of Odau Group denounce Etweresohehene, pledge allegiance to Okyenhene

Chiefs, Queen Mothers, and Principal Elders of the Odau group under the Benkum Division of the Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Area have distanced themselves from...

Industry collaboration key to solving skills mismatch – NYA CEO

Closer collaboration between government and industry is essential to addressing Africa’s persistent skills mismatch, Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman...

Africa’s youth bulge a ‘defining moment’ that requires urgent action – NYA CEO

Africa’s rapidly growing youth population presents both a historic opportunity and a significant risk if not properly managed, Chief Executive Officer of the National...

NYA boss identifies unemployability as Africa’s core youth challenge

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has identified unemployability—not unemployment—as the key challenge facing young people across Africa. Speaking...

Transport operators condemn NRSA ban on Toyota Voxy

The Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana (CTOG) has criticised the National Road Safety Authority’s (NRSA) decision to ban the use of Toyota Voxy vehicles...

NIA debunks claims Ghana Card can be used for financial transactions

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has dismissed reports claiming that the Ghana Card can now be used for financial transactions, describing them as inaccurate...

NPP NEC increases polling station committee workload ahead of internal elections

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Executive Committee (NEC) has increased the workload of its polling station election committees as part of preparations for...

Volta Regional Minister commends MASLOC’s outreach

The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has commended MASLOC following a courtesy call by its CEO, Abigail Yaa Mensah, and her team during a...

Damang mine takeover: We will petition CHRAJ over possible conflict of interest – Manhyia North MP

The Member of Parliament for Manhyia North, Akwasi Konadu, has criticised the Damang mine takeover process, describing it as unfair and biased in favour...

Ashanti Regional Minister debunks claims Sewua and other Agenda 111 hospitals are ready for operationalisation

Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has debunked assertions by the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) that the Sewua Regional Hospital and other health...

NPP NEC rejects extension for online registration validation

The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has rejected appeals to extend the deadline for its ongoing membership registration validation...

Free SHS uniform suppliers storm Education Ministry over delayed payments

There was a tense atmosphere at Ghana’s Ministry of Education as a group of Free SHS uniform suppliers gathered at the Free SHS Secretariat...

Residents of Mpatuom Asuogya cry out as galamsey lead to flooding of homes

Several residents of Mpatuom Asuogya in the Amansie West District of the Ashanti Region are appealing for urgent intervention as illegal mining activities, locally...

Ofori-Atta released from US ICE detention centre

Legal counsel for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has confirmed his release from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody following a judicial order...

Duncan Amoah pushes for Consumer Protection Bill amid VIP fare hikes

The Executive Director of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, is calling for the urgent passage of a Consumer Protection Bill to...

Damang mine contract: If the bid had not gone to E&P I would have questioned it – Collins Dauda

Member of Parliament for Asutifi South and member of the Minerals Commission’s Tender Committee, Collins Dauda, has defended the award of the Damang mining...

$434m in oil revenue allocated to Big Push programme – PIAC

The Chairman of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Richard Ellimah, has disclosed that US$434.55 million of Ghana’s petroleum revenue has been allocated...

AMA provides alternative pedestrian routes at Kaneshie after footbridge closure

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has opened alternative pedestrian routes at Kaneshie following the temporary closure of footbridges for repair works. The new routes aim...

Damang Mine takeover: Lands Ministry urges focus on competence, not review duration

Media Relations Officer at the Lands Ministry, Paa Kwesi Schandorf, has downplayed concerns over the duration taken to review the report on the proposed...

Sad news hit Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo

Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo, Policy Adviser for Political Affairs at the Office of the Vice President, has announced the peaceful passing of his father, Opanin Edward...

Kasoa market demolition: NPP calls for immediate compensation for traders

The Awutu Senya East Constituency executives of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have condemned the recent demolition exercise at the Kasoa Market, which displaced...

IGP’s Special Operations Team gets new leadership

A leadership transition has taken place within the Special Operations Team of the Ghana Police Service following a formal handing-over ceremony held in Accra...

Did we miss a poll? be serious – Methodist Bishop slams Kwakye Ofosu over LGBTQ comment

The Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana, Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, has expressed concern over remarks by the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu,...

ECG to upgrade transformers in parts of Accra starting from today to Friday

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a major transformer replacement and upgrade exercise in selected parts of Accra. Approved by the Minister for...

Man, 22, arrested over viral ‘bandit’ video that caused public fear

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 22-year-old man in connection with a viral video that alarmed the public after he allegedly posed as...

Home burials pose public health risk – Expert warns

A public health expert, Dr. Benjamin Arhin, has warned that burying dead bodies at home is dangerous and poses serious public health risks. His caution...

Victory Bible Church holds free health screening for community members

As part of activities marking the Easter celebrations, Victory Bible Church International, Headquarters – Dominion Sanctuary in Accra, organised a large-scale outreach programme offering...

Road Safety moves to ban Toyota Voxy for commercial use in Ghana

The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) is preparing to prohibit the use of Toyota Voxy vehicles for commercial transport, following concerns about their safety...

Basic education curriculum set for review after six years

The National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) has officially commenced processes to review Ghana’s basic education curriculum, covering Kindergarten to Primary Six. The curriculum,...

Dagomba line residents begin rebuilding after Easter Monday inferno

Slum dwellers at the Dagomba Line community in the Kumasi metropolis are actively rebuilding their homes after a devastating fire tore through the vicinity...

Akim Oda MP accuses Mahama of hypocrisy over LGBTQ Bill

Member of Parliament for Akim Oda Constituency, Alexander Akwasi Acquah, has criticised President John Dramani Mahama for suggesting that the LGBTQ bill is not...

Mahama celebrates NASA astronaut Christina Koch over Artemis II mission

President John Dramani Mahama has joined the University of Ghana and the nation in celebrating Christina Koch for her historic role in NASA’s Artemis...

Former MP petitions religious leaders over silence on LGBTQ bill

Former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma Central, Ebenezer Gilbert Nii Narh Nartey, has urged religious bodies and leaders to speak out on the passage...

Mahama calls for equitable global health support at One Health Summit

President John Dramani Mahama has called for stronger global cooperation and equitable access to resources to improve health outcomes, particularly in Africa. Speaking as co-chair...

Presidency Communications announces Fiscal Council nominees

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated five individuals for appointment to Ghana’s Fiscal Council in line with Section 11D of the Public Financial Management...

Over 220 wooden structures destroyed as fire guts Dagomba Line in Kumasi

A devastating fire has destroyed over 220 wooden structures at Dagomba Line near Oforikrom in Kumasi in the early hours of the day. The blaze,...

Rev. Wengam will not ‘spare’ Mahama if… – Local Gov’t Minister on anti-LGBTQ+ bill [Listen]

The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has expressed strong confidence that President John Mahama will assent to the anti-LGBTQ...

Ghana’s economy shows recovery signs, but risks persist – S&P maintains stable outlook

Ghana’s sovereign credit rating has been affirmed at ‘B-/B’ with a stable outlook by S&P Global Ratings, reflecting improving economic conditions alongside persistent fiscal...

Ghana marks World Health Day with call for science-led healthcare

The Ministry of Health Ghana has joined the global community to mark World Health Day 2026, calling for science-driven decision-making and stronger cross-sector collaboration. In...

Wear blue or green hat to survive – IBAG president on politicization of insurance industry

The president of the Insurance Brokers Association of Ghana (IBAG), Stephen Kwarteng Yeboah, has warned that Ghana’s insurance industry is becoming dangerously politicised. He was...