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Fisherman feared drowned at Mumford [Video]

A fisherman believed to be in his 30s has reportedly drowned at Mumford in the Gomoa West District of the Central Region. The deceased popularly...

Fair Wages and Salaries Commission appeals to NIA workers to call off strike

The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) is concerned about the ongoing strike by workers of the National Identification Authority (NIA), fearing it could...

Keta youth demands justice for landlord who died in Police custody

Concerned youth of Keta in the Volta Region, both home and abroad is seeking justice for a victim of Police brutality, Jerry Kpesenu. The deceased,...

SMT Ghana launches Volvo R100E rigid hauler, marking a new chapter of possibilities for mining industry

SMT Ghana Ltd, the official distributor of Volvo Construction Equipment, Volvo Trucks and Volvo Penta in Ghana has launched the VOLVO R100E rigid hauler. The...

Akufo-Addo hails Attorney General’s dedication to justice

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo praised Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, for his significant role in completing the Law House...

#NSMQ2024: Regional qualification kickstart in Bono and Greater Accra Regions

It’s back and promises to be more exciting with heart-wrenching moments, but who will make it to the grand academic decathlon for the 2024...

PIAC satisfied with petroleum-funded projects in Ahafo Region

Managers of the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) say they are satisfied with the projects in the Ahafo Region funded by the country's...

A well-oiled AG’s office is the biggest signpost for improved conditions, practice of law – Dame

The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame says ensuring a "fully functional digitalised environment" at the newly commissioned Law House in Accra...

The Law House symbolises NPP’s strong dedication to rule of law – Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has emphasized that the commissioning of The Law House represents the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) unwavering dedication to upholding...

We’ll haul Education Minister to Parliament over GH¢84m free Wi-Fi deal – Apaak

A Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament's Education Committee, Dr Clement Apaak has disclosed that steps would be taken to summon the Education Minister, Dr...

All regional offices for AG to be upgraded soon – Godfred Dame

Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has announced a commitment to upgrade all regional offices of the Attorney General and Ministry...

NIA strike leaves applicants stranded in Ashanti Region

The indefinite strike by staff of the National Identification Authority (NIA) has left numerous applicants in the Ashanti Region stranded, unable to access essential...

J.B Danquah case: Jurors’ strike forces another adjournment of ‘Sexy Don-Don’ trial

The ongoing trial of Daniel Asiedu, alias 'Sexy Don-Don,' who is accused of killing former MP for Abuakwa North, J.B. Danquah, has been adjourned...

Chief Justice commends AG for completion of ‘The Law House’ project

The Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo has commended the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame for his leadership in overseeing the completion...

Nyantakyi to wait a little longer to see Anas’ face or be discharged

A former President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kwesi Nyantakyi would have to wait a little longer to know the outcome of an...

GBA pushes for increased employment of lawyers in other regions

The President of the Ghana Bar Association (GBA), Yaw Acheampong Boafo, has advocated for broader employment opportunities for lawyers in other regions. Speaking at the...

Education Minister to be hauled to parliament over GH¢84m free Wi-Fi deal

A Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament's Education Committee, Dr Clement Apaak has disclosed that steps would be taken to summon the Education Minister Dr...

Improved legal education and facilities essential for better justice delivery – Chief Justice

Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo has urged the government to enhance and expand facilities nationwide to improve justice delivery. Speaking at a ceremony to commission the...

Use Audit Service’s report to hold duty bearers accountable – German Ambassador to Ghana

The German Ambassador to Ghana, Daniel Krull has urged Ghanaians to use Audit Service's reports to hold duty bearers accountable. This, he said will lead...

One dead after lovers stab themselves at Kasoa Adam Nana

A 27-year-old man, Justice is in critical condition while his girlfriend has been confirmed dead after stabbing each other at Kasoa Adam Nana in...

Concerned farmers condemn Amenfi East NPP PC for inciting violence against security personnel

The Concerned Farmers Association of Ghana (CFAG) has denounced a viral video showing the Parliamentary candidate for Amenfi East, Ernest Frimpong, and the Western...

Titus Glover leads taskforce to demolish structure at Ramsar site

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus-Glover on Sunday led a taskforce to demolish a structure on waterways at the Sakumono Ramsar site. This...

NSS’ Papao farm receives Brahma birds from US 

The National Service Scheme (NSS) has presented Brahma birds from the United States to its Papao Demonstration farm in Accra. This seeks to boost the...

Ghana records first Wilson’s disease at Korle Bu

The Child Health Department of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) has recorded a rare case of Wilson’s Disease in a 13-year-old boy. The condition,...

Free Wi-Fi saga: How PPA approved GHS84m contract to an unqualified company

In 2018, Busy Internet was a company in dire straits. As an internet service provider, it competed against industry giants but achieved little success. Revenue...

It is good for couples to have a joint account – Counsellor advises

A marriage counsellor, Rev. Eugene Akuamoah Boateng has advised couples to have joint account to avoid mismanagement and ensure financial discipline. Speaking to Adom News,...

NIA staff strike begins today

The Divisional Executive Council of the Public Services Workers' Union (PSWU) of the Ghana Trades Union Congress (TUC), National Identification Authority (NIA), is expected...

FDA rallies support to ensure national food security

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) is mobilising the collective efforts of all stakeholders to protect Ghana's fragile land and water resources so as...

Transactional sex surges teenage pregnancy in Upper Manya Krobo

A recent report by the Ghana Health Service indicates that, the Upper Manya Krobo district is ranked second in the prevalence of teenage pregnancy...

Tema General Hospital to hold mass burial

The Tema General Hospital in the Greater Accra Region will hold a mass burial for three unclaimed bodies deposited at the hospital’s mortuary. The bodies,...

SSNIT contributors gain automatic NHIS migration

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has started the automatic migration of all contributors to the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) onto...

Man jailed for stealing laptop from artiste who offered him shelter

A 24-year-old man who stole a laptop of an artiste who offered him a place to sleep has been sentenced to 12 months in prison...

Chieftaincy is about friendship and development, not war – Titus Glover

Greater Accra Regional Minister, Daniel Titus Glover says chieftaincy is not about waging wars to conquer territories. According to him, the phenomenon is supposed to...

Tricycle and motorcycle riders responsible for teen pregnancies in Central Region – Report

A research conducted by the Central Region office of the National Youth Authority (NYA) has shown that perpetrators of teen pregnancy, child marriage and...

Tension at Kwahu Pepease over installation of new chief

Tensions have escalated in Kwahu Pepease, located in the Kwahu East District of the Eastern Region, as the Santase Royal family plans to install...

Accra’s deafening decibels return after 30-day quiet

It's been thirty days of serenity occasioned by an ancient ritual ordered by the gods, custodians of the land hosting Ghana's administrative capital, the...

Asantehene donates GH₵500k to support Ga Education Fund

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has generously donated GH₵500,000 to support the education of underprivileged Ga Dangbes. The announcement was made during a grand...

Asantehene visits Ga Mantse [Photos]

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II on Sunday, June 9, 2024, visited the King of the Ga State, Ga Mantse, Nii Tackie Teko Tsuru...

Asantehene’s visit to Ga state symbolises unity – Henry Quartey

Interior Minister, Henry Quartey, has praised the visit of the Ashantene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to the Ga Mantse Palace as a powerful symbol...

Ga Mantse commends Ghana Armed Forces

Ga Mantse, Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has lauded the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) for their significant role in ensuring the nation’s safety. During his...