Serious investigations needed into Bawku crisis – Adomako Kissi
By: Belinda Nketia Former Member Parliament for Anyaa Sowutuom, Dickson Adomako Kissi, has called for intensified intelligence work and visible investigations into the Bawku conflict, saying security responses must go beyond shoot-to-kill operations. “We should see serious investigative work going on,” he said on GBC’s ‘Focus‘ programme on July 30, 2025. “Let the Ghanaian people […]
Government to pay GHS 4 billion to settle part of road contractors’ arrears – Roads Minister
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, says the government has begun steps to pay part of the huge debt owed to road contractors, with a planned GHS 4 billion payment expected this year. Speaking during the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Wednesday July 30, 2025, the minister revealed […]
Michael Leslie Bartlett‑Vanderpuye named CEO of the Year – Exporter at Ghana CEO Vision, Exhibition & Awards
In a celebration of leadership excellence and Ghana’s export prowess, Group Chairman of M&C Group Global, Mr. Michael Leslie Bartlett‑Vanderpuye was bestowed the prestigious title of CEO of the Year – Exporter at the 4th Ghana CEO Vision, Exhibition & Awards. The event, organized by Globe Productions and themed “Pitching Ghana to the World,” shines […]
Bawku Bleeds, and Ghana Remains Silent
Three students are dead in Bawku. Gunned down not in the streets, not in a battlefield but in school. In a space meant for learning, growth, and safety. Their lives were cut short by bullets, but the silence that followed may be even more deadly. Where is the outrage? Where are the editorials, the press […]
President Mahama donates undisclosed amount to Black Queens after WAFCON 2024 bronze medal victory
By: Kwame Bediako President John Dramani Mahama warmly welcomed the Black Queens to the Jubilee House on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, following their impressive third-place finish at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) held in Morocco. In recognition of the team’s outstanding performance and resilience throughout the tournament, President Mahama made a donation […]
3rd AAAG Annual Conference to focus on building robust Public Finance Management systems to accelerate Africa’s economic growth
By: Angela Asomaning and Vanessa Acheampong. The African Association of Accountants General unveiled the theme for its third annual conference, which will take place in Ghana in November 2025. The conference jointly organised with the office of the Controller and Accountant General (CAG), Republic of Ghana, will be held under the theme: Africa of Tomorrow: […]
A-G announces abolition of Ghana School of Law admissions, introduces national bar examination
By: Kwame Bediako The Attorney-General (A-G) and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine has announced a major overhaul of Ghana’s legal education system by abolishing the centralized admissions process at the Ghana School of Law in Makola, Accra. Instead of the current system, universities offering the LLB degree will introduce a one-year practical Bar Practice […]
Asesewa gets first Divisional Chief
By: Michael Kofi Kenetey The Konor of Manya Krobo Traditional Area and the President of the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs, Nene Sakite has installed and outdoored the first Divisional Chief for the people of Asesewa in the Upper Manya Krobo District of the Eastern Region. The new Divisional Chief was given the stool name […]
Godfred Dame to Dominic Ayine: Stop Peddling Falsehoods
The penchant of the Attorney-General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, to peddle untruths in his press conferences is becoming quite alarming. 1. On 28th July, 2025, he stated with some boldness, that it took the Attorney-General six (6) months to file witness statements in the Republic vrs. Ato Forson & 2 Others trial. This is palpably […]
BoG warns financial institutions over remittance violations; threatens sanctions
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has issued a strong warning to banks, electronic money issuers, payment service providers, and money transfer operators over repeated violations of the country’s remittance and foreign exchange regulations. In an official notice (BG/GOV/SEC/2025/20) dated July 29, 2025, the Central bank expressed concern that despite several reminders, some […]
Godfred Dame denies six-month delay in filing witness statement in The Republic vs Ato Forson case
By: Ashiadey Dotse Former Attorney-General, Mr. Godfred Yeboah Dame, has firmly rejected claims by his successor, Dr. Dominic Ayine, that it took six months to file witness statements in the ongoing case of The Republic vs Ato Forson and 2 Others. Mr. Dame described the statement as a “palpable falsehood,” saying the records clearly show […]
Ivory Coast president Ouattara to run for fourth term in October election
Ivory Coast President Alassane Ouattara has announced he will run for a fourth term in October’s election. In a statement, the 83-year-old said his health was not an issue and his candidacy was driven by a need to “preserve national stability amid ongoing security and economic challenges”. Ouattara argues a new constitution approved in 2016 […]
GES orders immediate refund of 2025 WASSCE practical fees
By: Belinda Nketia The Ghana Education Service (GES) has ordered all school heads who collected money from students or parents for the 2025 WASSCE practicals to refund the amounts without delay. In a directive dated July 28, 2025, the GES noted that the government has fully funded the costs of the practical examinations, including materials […]
Minority caucus donates GH¢100,000 to Black Queens for WAFCON 2024 bronze medal win
By: Valentia Tetteh The Minority Caucus in Parliament has donated GH¢100,000 to the national women’s football team, the Black Queens, in recognition of their impressive performance at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), where they secured a bronze medal. The gesture, announced on the floor of Parliament, by the Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, is aimed at celebrating the […]
