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Respect Ghana laws and desist from divisive conduct – Okudzeto warns Igbo leader

Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has issued a direct caution to Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu, a Nigerian national who gained viral notoriety for...

Ahafo region confirms one Mpox case

The Ahafo Regional Health Directorate has confirmed one positive case of Mpox, with 12 suspected cases currently under investigation. The Regional Health Director, Dr. Akosua...

Akuaba: Historic tale of Ghanaian doll believed to make women fertile

At a glance, they appear scary with their bulging disc-like head and slender body. But a meticulous look reveals a unique miniature representing the...

Six health facilities in Ahafo and Bono Regions receive $700,000 worth of medical supplies

In a bid to improve quality healthcare delivery in the Ahafo and Bono regions, Newmont, in partnership with Project C.U.R.E., has donated medical items...

Oforikrom Municipal assembly to utilize common fund in 8 key development priorities

The Oforikrom Municipal Assembly in the Ashanti Region has prioritized eight key development areas in the allocation of its share of the District Assembly...

KNUST Celebrates Student Impact and Excellence at 3rd Vice-Chancellor’s Awards

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has reaffirmed its commitment to recognising student achievement, leadership and service with the third edition...

Ghanaians will vote NDC out if Mahama fails ‘galamsey’ fight – Dr Tony Aidoo

Former Senior Presidential Aide Dr Tony Aidoo has issued a stark warning to the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government to ensure an end...

Agona Swedru Police burn 10 ghettos, arrest four in anti-drug operation

The Agona Swedru District Police Command has torched 10 suspected drug ghettos and arrested four individuals in a major swoop in the Agona West...

‘Fake soldier’ allegedly defrauds lawyer of GH₵192,000 in landguard deal

A businessman has been accused of defrauding a lawyer of GH₵192,000 and has since appeared before an Accra Circuit Court. Mahama Saani Razak, also known...

26-year-old Theophilus Berchie appointed to Ghana Hydrological Authority Board

In a remarkable demonstration of youth empowerment and merit-based leadership, 26-year-old Theophilus Berchie has been appointed as a board member of the Ghana Hydrological...

UN Women celebrates Squadron Leader Sharon Syme’s success story

The 2024 United Nations Military Gender Advocate, Squadron Leader Sharon Mwinsote Syme, has shared her personal experiences and insights on the broader significance of...

Ghana pilots first vitamin-rich Acerola plantation for economic and health benefits

Ghana is expected to harvest its first bunch of Acerola fruits in the next three years, following the cultivation of the cherry-like fruit at Essumegya, a...

SEC rolls out ‘Time With The SEC’ campaign in Volta Region

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) of Ghana has extended its regional investor education campaign, Time With The SEC, to the Volta Region—marking a...

We will arrest all under-age ‘Pragyia’ riders and hold the owners responsible – Manhyia Divisional MTTD commander

The Manhyia Divisional Commander of the Police MTTD, Superintendent Mary Affanyi has hinted of a crackdown on under-age riders of commercial tricycle, known popularly...

Mahama nominates 2 new DCEs in Ashanti Region

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated two individuals for appointment as Municipal and District Chief Executives (MDCEs) in the Ashanti Region, pending approval by...

Serbia to offer 100,000 work permits to Ghanaians – Foreign Affairs Minister

Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed that the Serbian government will grant 100,000 work permits to Ghanaians this year as...

Residents cry foul over illegal sand winning in Abokyikrom

Residents of Abokyikrom, a farming community in the Bibiani Anhwiaso Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region, are raising concerns over the invasion of...

NSMQ 2025: Ghana SHS returns after early exit as Northern Zonal Championship begins

The 2025 Northern Zonal Championship of the NSMQ is underway in Tamale following the conclusion of regional qualifiers in the five northern regions: Upper...

Dr. Apea defends Ato Essien over GH¢90 million Capital Bank funds

Head of Mission for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Dr. John Apea, has defended convicted former Capital Bank founder William Ato Essien, stating...

Ministry of Education inaugurates Education Sector Research Group

The Ministry of Education on Wednesday inaugurated the reconstituted Education Sector Research Group (ESRG), marking a key step towards data-driven policy-making. The event underscored the...

Why Ato Essien wants me to apologise to his lawyers – Dr. Apea [Listen]

The Head of Mission for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Dr. John Apea, has disclosed that convicted Capital Bank founder, William Ato Essien,...

Six months is long enough for Mahama to fight galamsey – Tony Aidoo

Former Senior Presidential Aide and National Democratic Congress (NDC) stalwart, Dr. Tony Aidoo, has warned President John Mahama to decisively deal with illegal mining,...

NDC seizing state lands, dismissing workers – Ntim Fordjour alleges

Ranking Member on Parliament’s Interior Committee and MP for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has accused the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) of...

I don’t trust OSP; he doesn’t know what he is doing – Tony Aidoo

Former Senior Presidential Aide Dr Tony Aidoo has expressed deep frustration with Ghana’s handling of corruption, blaming both government inaction and the performance of...

DCE escapes mob attack after galamsey pit collapse at Akyem Wenchi

The timely intervention of police personnel saved the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Denkyembour in the Eastern Region, Umar Ahmed, from an attack by...

Shortage of security paper at Births and Deaths Registry frustrates applicants

Applicants seeking birth certificates from the Births and Deaths Registry have voiced frustration over delays caused by a shortage of the special security paper...

Aburi Girls SHS PA Chair urges thoughtful approach to PTA transition to prevent tensions

The chairman of Aburi Girls’ Senior High School Parents’ Association (Abugiss), Engineer Kwasi Appiah Asamoah, is urging a professional and collaborative approach to the...

We’re fighting for justice, not just Ato Essien – Dr. Apea defends clemency petition [Listen]

The Head of Mission for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Dr. John Apea, has explained why he is petitioning for clemency on behalf...

What Ato Essien told me when I visited him at Nsawam prison – Commonwealth Head of Mission

Head of Mission for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Dr. John Apea, has opened up about a recent visit to jailed former Capital...

Why NPP rejected Kufuor’s petition to postpone national conference – Nana Akomea

The Vice Chairman of the 2024 Bawumia Campaign Team, Nana Akomea, has explained why the New Patriotic Party (NPP) rejected former President John Agyekum...

16 passengers injured in accident at Adansi Kyeaboso

Sixteen passengers have sustained injuries following an accident involving a Toyota Hiace vehicle (GT 1910-14) at Adansi Kyeaboso in the Ashanti Region. The incident occurred...

Kufuor has not been relegated from NPP activities – Nana Akomea replies

Vice Chairman of the 2024 Bawumia Campaign Team, Nana Akomea, has cast doubt on suggestions that former President John Agyekum Kufuor is being sidelined...

Sam George dismisses claim of owning viral V8 SUV with ‘Djata’ number plate

Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Sam Nartey George, has denied reports suggesting he owns a newly registered Toyota V8 SUV bearing the...

Commonwealth Head of Mission reveals Ato Essien’s biggest mistake [Listen]

Head of Mission for the Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council, Dr. John Apea, has described the decision by convicted Capital Bank founder, William Ato...

Nothing justifies assault on Hawa Koomson – Dr Tony Aidoo

Former Senior Presidential Aide, Dr Tony Aidoo, has strongly condemned the recent attack on former Fisheries and Aquaculture Development Minister, Mavis Hawa Koomson, stating...

We’re just shifting control – Education Watch boss slams new Scholarship Authority Bill

Executive Director of Africa Education Watch, Kofi Asare, has raised concerns over the proposed National Scholarship Authority Bill, cautioning that it may entrench existing...

Robbers break into church at Achinakrom, bolt with musical instruments

Robbers have allegedly broken into the Symbols Yehweh International Church at Achinakrom in the Ejisu municipality of Ashanti region to steal. They bolted with all...

Lawyer petitions Mahama to probe Ablekuma North rerun violence

Private legal practitioner, Lawrence Kwesi Botchway Jnr. has petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to establish an independent Commission of Enquiry into the violent incidents...

Parliament passes Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill

Parliament has passed the Fisheries and Aquaculture Bill, 2025, to enhance effective regulation of Ghana’s fisheries and aquaculture sector. The purpose of the bill is...

GES reinstates PTA in pre-tertiary schools

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the nationwide reinstatement of Parent-Teacher Associations (PTAs), following a directive from President John Mahama. The decision was communicated...