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Bole Chief Imam bans extravagant wedding celebrations

The Bole Chief Imam, Alhaji Mohammed Iddrisu, has issued a directive banning extravagant wedding celebrations that do not align with Islamic teachings in the...

Gender Ministry leads Empowerment Walk to mark International Women’s Day

The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection (MoGCSP) will today, March 7, 2025, lead a walk to commemorate the 2025 International Women’s Day...

MP pledges to drive development in Sekyere Afram Plains

The Member of Parliament for Sekyere Afram Plains, Nasira Afrah Gyekye, has reaffirmed her commitment to fostering socio-economic growth in the district. Speaking at the...

Ashanti Regional Minister orders probe into Odumasi explosion 

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has directed security agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the recent explosion at Odumasi, near Konongo...

EPA boss sends important message to Ketu South tidal wave victims

Acting CEO of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse, has urged victims of the tidal waves in Ketu South to...

We’ll ensure all unfairly dismissed teachers are reinstated – Ntim Fordjour

The Member of Parliament for Assin South and former Deputy Minister of Education, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has assured that all teachers who were...

Suspected thugs disrupt chief’s funeral at Kwahu Twenedurase [Video]

Suspected thugs disrupted the funeral of Nana Kwame Kumnipa IV at Kwahu Twenedurase in the Eastern Region, forcing an abrupt end to the ceremony. The...

La Dade Kotopon battles air pollution with clean-up drive, tackles plastic waste crisis

Choked gutters, burning waste, and toxic air—this is the daily reality in parts of La Dade Kotopon. In response, residents, municipal authorities, and environmental...

Truck carrying spare parts catches fire on Tema Motorway [Video]

A truck transporting spare parts caught fire on the Tema Motorway near the Accra Mall in the early hours of Friday, March 7, 2025,...

Mahama worried over resettlement site for tidal wave victims

President John Dramani Mahama has raised concerns over the suitability of the resettlement site designated for victims of tidal waves in the Volta Region,...

Nigerian University names ultra-modern Multimedia Centre after Anas Aremeyaw Anas

North Eastern University (NEU), Gombe, Nigeria, has commissioned a state-of-the-art multimedia centre named after Ghana’s renowned undercover investigative journalist and lawyer, Anas Aremeyaw Anas. The...

Kwame Agbodza and Ibrahim Mahama donate to Ketu South tidal wave victims

In response to the devastating tidal waves that have hit communities in Ketu South, significant donations have been made to support affected residents. The Minister...

Kwame Agbodza backs Sea Defence project for Ketu South

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has stated that while the severe flooding in Ketu South has displaced hundreds of residents,...

It’s time to reset Ghana and private sector must lead the way – Ishmael Yamson

Ghana's economic challenges have reached a critical point, but former Unilever Ghana boss, Dr. Ishmael Yamson, believes this moment presents an opportunity for a...

Ashanti Regional Minister donates to Odumase explosion victims

The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has donated money to support victims of the tragic explosion at Odumase, near Konongo in the Asante...

Mahama directs Finance Minister to fund Blekusu Sea Defence Phase II

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, to secure funding for work to begin on Phase II of...

Ghana won’t sink any further, investors must stay – Ishmael Yamson

The private sector has a critical role to play in reviving Ghana’s struggling economy, and now is not the time to stand on the...

Mahama visits Volta Region tidal wave victims after Independence Day celebration

President John Dramani Mahama has travelled to the Volta Region to assess the impact of recent tidal waves that have displaced residents and destroyed...

Bawumia urges Ghanaians to uphold peace and unity on Independence Day

As Ghana marks its 68th Independence Day today, March 6, former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has called on citizens to embrace peace, unity,...

Colourful photos of Ghana’s 68th Independence Day Anniversary celebration

For the first time in Ghana’s history, the country’s Independence Day celebration was held at the Jubilee House, marking a significant shift from tradition. Independence...

Dunkwa Yellow Festival draws 15,000 people for Independence celebration

The streets of Dunkwa-on-Offin buzzed with excitement as over 15,000 people gathered to celebrate Ghana’s 68th Independence Day at the Dunkwa Yellow Festival. Now in...

RE: Confusion rocks Forestry Commission over new CEO’s alleged refusal to revoke ‘illegal’ promotions

We act as solicitors for Mr. Yaw Atuahene Nyarko (our "Client"), Director of the Resource Management Support Centre of the Forestry Commission, and write...

Two injured in clash between small-scale miners at Akrokerri Police station

A violent clash between two rival groups of small-scale miners at the Akrokerri Police Station in Adansi North has left two people injured. The confrontation...

Adansi Asokwa DCE urges security to intensify galamsey fight

The Acting District Chief Executive (DCE) for Adansi Asokwa, Ebenezer Ntow Ayisi, has urged security agencies to step up efforts in combating illegal mining...

GJA challenges court injunction on Esewani Community Radio closure

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has condemned an interim injunction issued by the Kade District Court, which orders the shutdown of Esewani Community Radio,...

Independence Anniversary must be a day of reflection on Ghana’s journey – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized that Ghana’s Independence Day should be a time for deep reflection on the nation’s progress. speaking at the 68th...

GES declares March 7 a holiday for all schoolchildren

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has declared Friday, March 7, 2025, a holiday for all schoolchildren nationwide. The decision aims to provide students with a...

Telcos to roll out 6GB Independence Day bundle for GHS10 – Sam George

The Minister for Communications, Sam George, has announced a special Independence Day data bundle introduced under the directive of President John Mahama in collaboration...

Mahama calls for lasting peace in Bawku and across Ghana

President John Dramani Mahama has called for an end to the conflict in Bawku and other areas experiencing unrest, urging Ghanaians to embrace lasting...

Mahama stresses action over policies for Ghana’s progress

President John Dramani Mahama has stressed that well-crafted policies alone will not transform Ghana unless backed by decisive action. Speaking at the 68th Independence Day...

Mahama urges action to end aid dependence

President John Dramani Mahama has emphasized that Ghana’s dependence on donor aid and external financial support cannot be resolved through rhetoric alone but requires...

Odumasi fatal explosion: Death toll rises to two, several injured

A deadly explosion at shops storing mining explosives in Odumasi, Asante Akyem Central Municipality, has claimed two lives and injured several others, including two...

This year’s Independence day event will save 95% of estimated cost – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has justified the decision to hold Ghana’s 68th Independence Day celebration at Jubilee House instead of the traditional Black Star...

Support Mahama’s reset agenda – CPP urges Ghanaians

The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has called on Ghanaians to support President John Dramani Mahama’s reset agenda, emphasizing the need for national reflection, economic...

Ghana’s 68th Independence Anniversary Celebration [Watch]

Ghana is celebrating its 68th Independence Day today, Thursday, March 6, commemorating nearly seven decades of freedom from British colonial rule. This year’s theme, “Reflect,...

Kia truck carrying turpentine goes up in flames at Kyekyewere

A Kia truck loaded with turpentine was completely burnt beyond recognition after an accident at Kyekyewere on the Suhum-Nsawam highway in the Ayensuano District...

Rainstorm destroys properties, renders residents homeless in Apremadi

A devastating rainstorm has caused widespread destruction in Apremadi, a community in the Asutifi South District of the Ahafo Region, leaving many residents homeless...

Ghana celebrates 68 years of Independence today

Ghana is celebrating its 68th Independence Day today, Thursday, March 6, marking nearly seven decades since gaining freedom from British colonial rule. This year’s theme,...

Indonesia salutes Ghana on 68th Independence Day, promises deeper collaboration

Indonesia has extended warm congratulations to Ghana on its 68th Independence Day, recognizing the nation’s resilience and progress since gaining independence in 1957. In a...

3 motor riders on bail over alleged robbery

Three commercial motorbike riders were on Tuesday granted a GH¢50,000 bail with two sureties each by the Amasaman Circuit Court over alleged robbery. The sureties...