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Kwawu Obo chiefs issue one-month ultimatum to Agric Minister over farmland dispute

The chiefs and elders of Kwawu Obo have given the Member of Parliament for the Abetifi constituency, who also serves as the Minister of...

Oppong Nkrumah reacts to Saglemi fire [Listen]

The redevelopment project at the Quarm LMI site remains unaffected despite a fire that broke out on the premises, the Works and Housing Minister...

Alleged National Security operative remanded over GHC1m recruitment scam

An alleged National Security operative at the Jubilee House, Joseph Agemba, has appeared before an Accra Circuit Court for allegedly collecting GHC1,096,500 from 46...

Why warehouse fire will not affect progress of Saglemi Affordable Housing project

The Tuesday night fire at the warehouse of the Saglemi Affordable Housing project was started by some labourers who had been engaged to clear the...

Mahama pledges to build an inclusive nation in Christmas Message

President-elect John Dramani Mahama has extended warm Christmas greetings to Ghanaians, expressing gratitude for their trust in electing him to lead the nation.In his...

Cassius Mining files $277million claim against Ghana

Cassius Mining Ltd, an Australian gold mining company, has filed a $277 million (USD) claim against the government of Ghana, alleging breaches of contract...

Ghana-Russia Centre holds its first CSR event in Ghana

The Ghana-Russia Centre for Commerce and Relations (GRCCR) has organised its first Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) event in the Eastern Region.The team visited Pakro,...

Akufo-Addo approves visa-free entry to Ghana for all African nationals

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has fulfilled his pledge to introduce visa-free travel for citizens of all African nations to Ghana.The promise, made during...

What binds us is greater than what divides us – AG Godfred Dame

Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame has called on Ghanaians to embrace the peace and unity that Christmas represents, urging citizens to reflect on the...

Serving as President greatest honour in my life – Akufo-Addo

President Nana Akufo-Addo has expressed gratitude to Ghanaians for the opportunity to lead and serve the nation for the past eight years.In his final...

Bawumia’s message to Ghanaians on Christmas Day

Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has shared a message with the Christian community as they celebrate Christmas on December 25, 2024.In a brief post...

35 dead as cholera outbreak spreads across five regions

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 35 deaths from the cholera outbreak and 4,155 suspected across five regions nationwide.The Western Region according to GHS...

2024 WASSCE: No assurance for release of results by Dec. 29 – WAEC

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says it cannot guarantee the release of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) results on or...

24-year-old unemployed remanded for unlawful entry, stealing

A 24-year-old unemployed has been remanded into police custody by the Asante Akropong Circuit Court in the Atwima Nwabiagya North District for unlawful entry...

Level 100 student remanded over defilement allegation

The Asante Akropong circuit court in the Atwima Nwabiagya North district has remanded a level 100 university student into prison custody for allegedly defiling...

This is not the outcome NPP hoped for – Stephen Ntim on 2024 elections

The National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Stephen Ntim, has stated that the party’s goal in election 2024 was to secure a...

I wish new leaders strength to rule Ghana – Akufo-Addo

President Akufo-Addo has extended his heartfelt congratulations to the President-elect and Members of Parliament-elect following the 2024 general elections.He also offered his prayers for...

NAPO’s claim Mahama promised GH¢5 for the dollar and GH¢1 for kenkey, false!

Claim: The running mate of NPP’s Presidential Candidate, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, aka NAPO, said President-elect John Dramani Mahama had said he would bring...

‘If you were silent under NPP, stay silent now’ – Rev Obofour to critics

Rev Kwaku Obofour, leader of the Anointed Palace Chapel (APC), has cautioned against unjustified attacks on the John Dramani Mahama led government.Speaking during a...

Did Alan Kyerematen snub ex-President Kufuor at funeral event in Kumasi?

Claim: A viral video circulating on social media claims that Movement of Change leader Alan Kyerematen ignored ex-President John Agyekum Kufuor at the funeral of...

Hohoe MP-elect vows to diminish NPP’s grip in Volta Region

The newly elected Member of Parliament (MP) for Hohoe, Mr. Wolanyo Tsekpo, has vowed to reduce the influence of the New Patriotic Party (NPP)...

Fire destroys 5 containers at Saglemi Affordable Housing Project site

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) successfully extinguished a fire at the Saglemi Affordable Housing Project on Tuesday evening.The blaze, which started at approximately...

President Akufo-Addo delivers final Christmas message

President Akufo-Addo has delivered his final Christmas message to Ghanaians as his tenure as President nears its conclusion.In a heartfelt televised address on Tuesday,...

Nkoranza Chieftaincy dispute resolved: Nana Kwame Baffoe IV re-sworn as Omanhene

Joy and celebration have returned to Nkoranza as Nana Kwame Baffoe IV has been re-sworn in as the Omanhene, bringing an end to a...

Christian Divine Church Chairman-elect calls for unity

Chairman-elect of Christian Divine Church (CDC), Rev. Alex Aidoo has called on all members to set aside differences, cease litigations, and put an end...

UPSA graduate files lawsuit to halt Vice-Chancellor’s inauguration

A graduate of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has filed a legal challenge to stop the inauguration of Professor John Kweku Mensah...

Wesley Girls SHS sued over alleged discrimination against Muslim students

Wesley Girls Senior High School has been taken to court over allegations of denying Muslim students their right to practice their religion.The lawsuit, filed...

Kofi Asare criticises delays in Free SHS and WASSCE funding

The Executive Director of Eduwatch, Kofi Asare, has raised concerns over persistent funding delays in the Free Senior High School (SHS) programme, describing the...

Bishop Salifu Amoako involved in accident at Tesano

Five vehicles, including one owned by Bishop Salifu Amoako, Founder and General Overseer of Alive Chapel International, were involved in an accident near the...

Ho Circuit Court sentences three robbers to 125 years of hard labour

The Ho Circuit Court has sentenced three men to a total of 125 years in prison with hard labour for their involvement in a...

UG Medical School holds White Coat event for 280 students

The University of Ghana (UG) Medical School has held a white coat ceremony to transit 280 students from the study of pre-clinical to clinical...

NHIA debunks alleged ongoing recruitment

The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has dismissed alleged reports of recent or ongoing recruitment activities.In a statement, the Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Da-Costa...

Mahama pledges revolutionary support for Ghanaian farmers

President-elect John Mahama has pledged to tackle the pressing challenges faced by farmers across Ghana, drawing from his own experiences on his farm in...

Education Minister confirms 2024 WASSCE results to be released on December 29

The Minister of Education, Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, has announced that the results for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) will...

Farming is my life, and it’s my retirement plan – Mahama

President-elect John Mahama has expressed his deep passion for farming, stating that it remains central to his life and will be his primary focus...

EKK Charity Foundation spreads holiday cheer at Potter’s Village Orphanage

In a touching display of generosity, the EKK Charity Foundation brought smiles and hope to the children of Potter’s Village Orphanage Home through its...

Open Arms Charity Foundation brings joy to Chosen Children’s Home

As part of their unwavering commitment to supporting the less fortunate, the Open Arms Charity Foundation has donated a wide range of essential items...

Ablorh-Adjei Christ Apostolic Church International holds Zion Praiz 2024

The 7th edition of Zion Praiz, 2024 has been held by the Ablorh-Adjei Christ Apostolic Church International under the Madina area in Greater Accra.The...

Francis Sosu reacts to jail term of man who vandalised cars at Parliament

Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis Xavier Sosu has announced plans to take up the case of the 33-year-old preacher, Christopher Sorkpa, jailed for...

Ghana needs Presbyterian principles of hard work, humility to move forward – Akufo-Addo

President Nana Akufo-Addo says Ghana needs the principles of hard work, humility and stewardship that have been exhibited by the Presbyterian Church in its...