Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi Released on Bail Amid Sky Train Scandal Investigation
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu Former Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, has been granted bail after being detained by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) in connection with the $2 million Sky Train scandal. His lawyer, Ken Kuranchie, confirmed his release in an interview with Channel One TV, stating that his […]
Ex-NSA Deputy Director Kwaku Ohene Gyan Arrested; Gifty Oware-Mensah Nowhere to be found
By Sarah Baafi Former Deputy Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Kwaku Ohene Gyan, has been arrested by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) amid a significant payroll fraud investigation linked to a ghost names scandal. This operation took place on February 22, 2025, when Gyan was apprehended following allegations that he was involved in […]
Hearts, Medeama and Gold Stars eliminated in FA Cup Round of 16 tie
By Kwame Bediako The MTN FA Cup Round of 16 delivered a series of stunning upsets, as three Premier League giants, Hearts of Oak, Medeama SC, and Bibiani Gold Stars, were eliminated. While Berekum Chelsea proved their dominance with a commanding victory, the tournament continued to showcase its unpredictable nature. Hearts of Oak, one of […]
68th Independence Day Activities Announced
By Sarah Baafi The National Celebrations Planning Committee (NCPC) has unveiled a series of activities to commemorate Ghana’s 68th Independence Day Anniversary, which will be observed on March 6, 2025. The celebrations will honour the country’s rich history and foster national unity under the theme, “Reflect, Review, Reset.” The commemorative events will begin with the […]
Gregory Afoko yet to be informed of bail conditions – Yaw Osei
By Ashiadey Dotse Lawyers for Gregory Afoko say he has not yet been informed about the bail granted to him by the Accra High Court. His legal counsel, Nana Yaw Osei, revealed that Afoko, who is being held at Nsawam Prisons, has not received details of the court’s decision. Speaking in an interview with Channel […]
Mirra Andreeva becomes youngest WTA 1000 champion at 17
By Kwame Bediako 17-year-old Mirra Andreeva became the youngest player in history to win a WTA 1000 title on Saturday, February 22, 2025. The Russian defeated Clara Tauson of Denmark in a thrilling final at the Dubai Tennis Championships, securing her place in the top 10 rankings for the first time. Andreeva’s journey to […]
Sophia Akuffo Responds to Partisanship Allegations After Council of State Appointment
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu Former Chief Justice and member of Ghana’s 9th Council of State, Sophia Akuffo, has addressed accusations of partisanship following her appointment by President Mahama. Having previously served under the Akufo-Addo administration, her appointment sparked criticism from some quarters. Speaking in an interview on TV3, February 23, Sophia Akuffo who was once […]
Sokode Senior High Technical School Closed Temporarily Amid Tension Between Students and Townsfolk
By Jones Anlimah Sokode Senior High Technical School has been temporarily closed following violent clashes between students and community members in Sokode, near Ho, in the Volta Region. The decision was announced by the Volta Regional Minister, Mr. James Gunu, after a tour of the affected areas, including the school and the community. The disturbances […]
15 Illegal Miners arrested, excavators seized
By Ashiadey Dotse The Western Regional Police Command recently conducted a raid on an illegal mining site in Avelebo and Akango, located within the Evalue Ajomoro-Gwira District. During the operation, they seized ten excavators and apprehended seven foreign nationals along with eight Ghanaian miners who were involved in illegal mining activities. These operations have reportedly […]
Gov’t will not dismiss nurses recruited after December 7 — Minister assures
The Minister of Health, Mr Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has reassured Ghanaians that the Government will not dismiss any nurse or midwife recruited after December 7, 2024. He said the Ministry, the Ghana Health Service and Catholic Health Association of Ghana had not terminated the employment of any health worker. “We are committed to building and […]
Pope asks for prayers in message from hospital
Pope Francis has asked Catholics to pray for him, as he continues to receive treatment in hospital for double pneumonia. The pontiff was unable to deliver the traditional Angelus prayer in person for the second Sunday running. But in a message written over the last few days, he said he was “confidently continuing” his hospitalisation […]
Akoto Ampaw: GJA commended for immortalising legacy of late private legal practitioner
By Rachel Kakraba Award-winning journalist and the General Manager of Citi FM and Channel One TV, Bernard Avle, has praised the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) for recognising and honouring the legacy of the late Anthony Akoto Ampaw, who was a distinguished private legal practitioner and human rights activist. This, he noted, plays a significant role […]
Oxygen plant at 37 Military Hospital fixed.
By Seth Eyiah Minister for Defence DR Edward Omane Boamah has announced that the oxygen plant at the 37 Military Hospital is now fully operational, a significant boost to healthcare operations at the facility. The development, he noted, underscores President John Dramani Mahama’s steadfast commitment to improving human security as part of his mission to […]
Voting begins in high-stakes German election watched closely by Europe and US
Germans are going to the polls after an intense election campaign dominated by their country’s faltering economy and a succession of deadly attacks that have made migration and security a focal issue. Friedrich Merz, the 69-year-old conservative leader, is in pole position to become Germany’s next chancellor, in a vote closely watched in Europe and […]
