NDC denies taking ¢8.3m from Signals Bureau, dares Adu-Boahene to name beneficiaries
By Ashiadey Dotse The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has strongly denied receiving any financial support from the National Signals Bureau (NSB) and is challenging former NSB boss, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, to name the opposition parties he claims were given GH¢8.3 million in 2024. The former intelligence chief, in a memo to the National Security Coordinator while […]
If I leave politics, I will preach the word of God – Afenyo-Markin
By Naa Dedei Aryee Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has revealed his deep spiritual convictions and future aspirations beyond politics. In a candid interview with broadcaster Kafui Dey, the seasoned politician shared heartfelt reflections on his faith journey and personal struggles. The lawmaker affirmed that his passion for preaching […]
McDan loses airport land to GACL after court ruling
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH McDan Group of Companies, a Ghanaian conglomerate with interests in shipping, logistics, aviation, oil and gas, construction, security, and agribusiness, has lost ownership of more than 16 acres of land following a High Court ruling in Accra. The land, which belongs to the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), became the subject of […]
Ban on drumming, noise-making takes effect on May 12
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Ga Traditional Council has announced that, as part of traditional rites ahead of the 2025 Homowo Festival, a ban on drumming and noise-making will take effect in its traditional areas (Ga State) from Monday, May 12, 2025, to Thursday, June 12, 2025. The ban, which is protected under the 1992 Constitution […]
US Embassy issued 25,000 out of 61,000 visa applications to Ghanaians in 2024
The United States Embassy in Ghana has disclosed that it issued approximately 25,000 visas out of a total of 61,000 visa applications it received from Ghanaians in 2024. This was revealed during the Embassy’s Consular Media Day, held on Friday, May 9, 2025. The event aimed to demystify the visa application process, highlight improvements in […]
Prank calls remain a major obstacle – GNFS
By Franklin Asare-Donkoh The Public Relations Department of the Ghana National Fire Service (Ghana National Fire Service) says prank calls to its emergency lines remain a major obstacle to effective emergency response. According to ADO 1 Derrick Elorm Adzokpa, such calls take a huge toll on the Service’s ability to respond promptly to genuine emergencies. […]
Afua Asantewaa’s second Guinness singing marathon attempt unsuccessful
Ghanaian media personality and singer, Afua Asantewaa, has been disqualified by Guinness World Records in her second attempt to break the world record for the longest individual singing marathon. In a post on Thursday, 8 May 2025, Asantewaa shared the official rejection notice from Guinness, which cited a violation of rest break rules as the […]
Special Prosecutor, New IGP pledge stronger anti-corruption ties
The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has met with the newly appointed Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, to strengthen collaboration in the fight against corruption. The meeting, held on Thursday, May 8, focused on enhancing coordination between the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and the Ghana Police Service. Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment […]
Two suspects arrested in connection with murder of seamstress at Twifo Praso
The police have apprehended two individuals suspected of being involved in the brutal murder of a 21-year-old seamstress, Tahiru Zenabu. Ms Tahiru’s lifeless body was discovered in her room at Kokoase, a suburb of Twifo Praso, on April 3, 2025. The suspects, identified as Richard Armah, a 28-year-old mechanic and Isaac Arhin, aka “Fresh DJ,” […]
School Feeding Caterers to petition Asantehene, others over terminated contracts
By Ashiadey Dotse Caterers who worked under the Ghana School Feeding Programme say they will send a petition to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, appealing for his intervention after their contracts were cancelled by the Mahama administration. The government terminated the contracts of all caterers on May 2, 2025, but has not provided clear […]
IGP assures secure environment for Ablekuma North collation, taskforce ready
Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has assured that the National Elections Security Taskforce will maintain a safe environment for the declaration of the December 7, 2024, Ablekuma North election results. “We as security agencies are not arbiters of elections results, that responsibility lies with the Electoral Commission, but we have to […]
Botswana praises Ghana’s TVET system as model for Africa
Report by Kingsley Nana Buadu The Minister of Higher Education of the Republic of Botswana, Prince Maele, has applauded Ghana for its initiatives and progress in Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET). According to him, the future of education in Africa lies in STEM—particularly in technical and vocational education—and Ghana is emerging as a […]
NPP accuses Mahama of broken promises and poor governance in first 120 days
Story by: Jennifer Frimpong Wiredu The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has sharply criticised President John Mahama’s first 120 days in office, describing his performance as a failure. Addressing journalists at the party’s headquarters in Accra, the Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, accused the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government of launching an assault on the […]
White Smoke at Vatican as New Pope Elected
Cardinals have chosen a new pope, indicated by white smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel’s chimney. The identity of the next pontiff is expected to be revealed shortly when he appears on the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, where he will be introduced to the world with the traditional declaration: “Habemus Papam” – Latin for […]
