Tipper truck kills 4, including pregnant woman near Makango

Four people, including a pregnant woman and her daughter, have died in a tragic road accident involving a Sinotruk HOWO tipper truck at Kinkinlin...

GFA unveils Carlos Queiroz as new Black Stars Head Coach [Photos]

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) on Thursday, April 23, 2026, officially unveiled Carlos Queiroz as the new head coach of the Black Stars. The Portuguese...

Gov’t’s quick action prevented more pressure on BoG when NDC took...

Former Finance Minister and government adviser on finance, Seth Terkper, says the current administration inherited a deeply distressed economy, with unpaid debt obligations, high...

EmPeraw turns grief into art on emotionally charged EP ‘Old Vibrations’

From the vibrant streets of Lapaz to an ever-evolving global soundscape, Ghanaian artiste, producer, and creative visionary EmPeraw has returned with a deeply personal...

Asiedu Nketia reflects on life lessons from late mother ahead of...

National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has shared some of the most enduring life lessons he received from his late...

Rogue sperm donor who says he’s fathered 180 children won’t be...

A prolific sperm donor who claims to have fathered 180 children around the world will not be able to have his name on one...
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Gov’t’s quick action prevented more pressure on BoG when NDC took...

Former Finance Minister and government adviser on finance, Seth Terkper, says the current administration inherited a deeply distressed economy, with unpaid debt obligations, high...

Benjamin Asare replaces Dreams FC goalkeeper Gidios Aseako ahead of Mexico...

Accra Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has been called up to replace Gidios Aseako for the friendly against Mexico later this month. The Ghana...

Protecting our kids online: The second world requires rules

Ghana’s children are already online, tonight, in homes and dormitories across the country. The platforms that surround them have been permitted to govern themselves....

“Why should I give you my number?”- The trust trick winning...

Be honest. When a Ghanaian website asks for your phone number, what’s your first thought? “Will scammers start calling me tomorrow?” “Are they selling my...

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Gov’t’s quick action prevented more pressure on BoG when NDC took...

Former Finance Minister and government adviser on finance, Seth Terkper, says the current administration inherited a deeply distressed economy, with unpaid debt obligations, high...

Instagram privacy tech is turned off today- what does this mean...

Instagram users will no longer be able to send ultra‑private direct messages, as the feature is switched off globally. The removal of end‑to‑end encryption (E2EE)...

Trump says US-Iran ceasefire still in place after exchange of fire...

US President Donald Trump says a ceasefire is still in place between the US and Iran after both sides exchanged fire late on Thursday...

Gold clean-up helped lift cedi, boost reserves – Seth Terkper

Former Finance Minister Seth Terkper has credited the clean-up of Ghana’s gold marketing system with strengthening the country’s reserves and supporting the recent appreciation...

EmPeraw turns grief into art on emotionally charged EP ‘Old Vibrations’

From the vibrant streets of Lapaz to an ever-evolving global soundscape, Ghanaian artiste, producer, and creative visionary EmPeraw has returned with a deeply personal...

Okoe Boye urges caution over public conclusions in Charles Amissah probe

Former Minister of Health, Bernard Okoe Boye, has called for restraint in the public discussion of the investigative report into the death of engineer...

Kpandai: Some residents clash with NEDCo staff over electric power disconnections

Tension flared up in Kpandai in the Northern Region on Thursday after some residents from four communities stormed the district office of the Northern...

Father arrested for allegedly dragging son with quad bike at North...

The police have arrested a 60-year-old man for allegedly tying his teenage son to a quad motorbike and dragging him along a tarred road...

Tipper truck kills 4, including pregnant woman near Makango

Four people, including a pregnant woman and her daughter, have died in a tragic road accident involving a Sinotruk HOWO tipper truck at Kinkinlin...

AMA gives Lapaz traders a seven-day deadline to quit roadsides

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has issued a final warning to traders operating along the streets and pavements at Lapaz, directing them to vacate...

Newspaper headlines: Friday, May 8, 2026

Here are the front pages of some of Ghana’s newspapers today.     

Benjamin Asare replaces Dreams FC goalkeeper Gidios Aseako ahead of Mexico...

Accra Hearts of Oak goalkeeper Benjamin Asare has been called up to replace Gidios Aseako for the friendly against Mexico later this month. The Ghana...

Valverde taken to hospital after alleged incident with Tchouameni

Federico Valverde was taken to hospital with a head injury after an alleged dressing room incident with Real Madrid team-mate Aurelien Tchouameni, just three...

Aston Villa ease past Forest to set up Europa League final...

Aston Villa are through to their first European final in 44 years after they thrashed Nottingham Forest 4-0 in the all-English Europa League semi-final...

Palace beat Shakhtar to book spot in first-ever European final

Crystal Palace will take on Rayo Vallecano in their first-ever European final after a 2-1 win at Selhurst Park and a 5-2 aggregate Conference...

Asiedu Nketia reflects on life lessons from late mother ahead of...

National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has shared some of the most enduring life lessons he received from his late...

ORAL will soon take effect and NPP will feel the heat...

The Chief Executive Officer of the Social Investment Fund, Abass Nurudeen, has cautioned members of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) to be measured...

Godfred Dame accuses Deputy A-G of lying over access to Abdul-Wahab...

Former Attorney-General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has accused Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem Sai, of misleading the public over claims that lawyers had access to former...

LUV FACT CHECK: Energy Minister’s claim of commissioning new BSP in...

On Saturday, May 2, 2026, Minister for Energy and Green Transitions, John Abdulai Jinapor, asserted on JoyNews’ Newsfile programme that he has commissioned a new...

Ghana to fully finance vaccines, critical medicines as global fund support...

The Government of Ghana is preparing to fully budget for and finance vaccines and critical medicines ahead of the gradual withdrawal of support from...

26-year-old miner chops off his manhood at Wassa Kyeikrom

A 26-year-old miner, identified as Peter Okyere, is receiving treatment after allegedly attacking his landlord and later mutilating himself at Wassa Kyeikrom. The incident, which...

Shakira announces 2026 World Cup theme song featuring Burna Boy

Shakira remains the Queen of World Cup Music as she’s been tapped once again for the official 2026 FIFA World Cup song called “Dai Dai” with Nigerian...

Ghana’s emergency healthcare system faces major challenges – GMA President

The President of the Ghana Medical Association, Ernest Yorke, has called for urgent reforms to Ghana’s emergency healthcare system following the release of the...

Doctors should not be scapegoated over Charles Amissah’s death – GMA...

The President of the Ghana Medical Association, Ernest Yorke, has cautioned against scapegoating doctors and nurses following the release of the investigative report into...

Ramsar site demolition: Analyst calls for compensation, urges probe into land...

Data Analyst and Researcher Eric Akwetey Addo is calling on the state to compensate residents affected by the recent demolition exercise at the Ramsar...

NDC will counter NPP propaganda with facts — Godwin Ako Gunn

The Deputy Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Godwin Ako Gunn, has declared that the party will strongly respond to what he...

NIA workers to embark on strike over 22-month delay in salary...

Workers of the National Identification Authority (NIA) have announced plans to embark on an indefinite strike from May 13, 2026, over delays in the...

Church of Pentecost renovates Essam GNFS station

The Church of Pentecost, Sefwi Essam-Debiso Area, has renovated the Ghana National Fire Service station at Essam in the Bia West District of the...

First Lady honoured for impactful contributions to rural communities

Management and some staff of Obonu TV, a subsidiary of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, have paid a courtesy call on the First Lady of...

Tell them you are causing the delays – Judge clashes with...

The High Court’s Criminal Court 4 on Thursday sat to continue proceedings in the trial of Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, aka Chairman...

Protecting our kids online: The second world requires rules

Ghana’s children are already online, tonight, in homes and dormitories across the country. The platforms that surround them have been permitted to govern themselves....

Parts of Keta submerged after hours of heavy downpour

Some parts of the Keta Township in the Volta Region have been submerged in floodwaters following hours of heavy rainfall that displaced residents, destroyed...

Government transfers GH¢6.1 million to Mahama Cares Fund

The government has transferred GH¢6.1 million to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund following salary deductions from President John Dramani Mahama and his political appointees. Minister...

Three, including SHS leaver, found dead in room at Ablekuma

A tragic incident has claimed the lives of three individuals, including 19-year-old SHS graduate Florence Naa Kwarley, at Mahean-Ablekuma, a suburb of Accra. The victims...

We are prepared for African Athletics Championships – Team Ghana captain...

Team Ghana captain Joseph Paul Amoah has urged his teammates to rise to the occasion and deliver performances that will make the nation proud...

Ga Traditional Council urges forgiveness for G/A Minister over staff posting...

The Ga Traditional Council has expressed support for Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo following public backlash over her comments relating to...

I got tired of winning TGMA Highlife Artiste of The Year...

While many musicians are vying for recognition as the next Highlife Artiste of the Year at the Telecel Ghana Music Awards, award-winning singer Kuami...

Women are key to Ghana’s economic future – Trade Minister

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has stated that Ghana’s economic future depends largely on unlocking the full potential of women...

It’s a huge step for me – Salim Adams on maiden...

Medeama SC midfielder Salim Adams has described his maiden call-up to the Black Stars as a defining moment in his career, expressing both pride...

That is false – Deputy AG on claims former Buffer Stock...

The Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem Sai, has dismissed claims by former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame that former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Abdul-Wahab...