Former NPA CEO, 6 others charged in GHC280 million corruption scandal
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has charged seven people and three companies for their roles in a massive extortion and money laundering case involving over GHC280 million at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA). Those charged include the former Chief Executive Officer of the NPA, Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, and two other officials […]
Gender Ministry holds workshop on implementation of affirmative action law
By: Edith Atiaka Eshun The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, has held a two-day high-level strategic workshop aimed at ensuring the effective implementation of the Affirmative Action, known as the Gender Equity Act, 2024, Act 1121. Addressing the meeting, the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, MGCSP, Dr. Mrs. Agnes Naa Momo […]
FIFA opens 2026 World Cup ticket applications from September 10
By: Kwame Bediako The Federation of International Football Association (FIFA) has officially announced the long-awaited opening date for ticket applications to the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Fans across the globe hoping to witness football’s showpiece event live can mark their calendars for Wednesday, September 10, when the ticketing portal goes live. Interested supporters will need […]
Lamine Yamal inherits Barcelona’s iconic No. 10 shirt
By: Kwame Bediako Barcelona have officially handed the legendary No. 10 shirt to rising star Lamine Yamal ahead of the 2025-26 season, the club confirmed on Wednesday July 16, 2025. Yamal, who celebrated his 18th birthday some few days ago, inherits the prestigious number from Ansu Fati, who completed a season-long loan move to AS […]
Oppong Nkrumah proposes bill to tie public funding to certified national development plans
By: Rachel Quartey and Valentia Tetteh Member of Parliament for Ofoase Ayirebi, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has filed a Private Member’s Bill in Parliament seeking sweeping reforms to Ghana’s public financial system. The bill proposes that no Ministry, Department or Agency (MDA) should receive public funds unless its development plan is formally certified by the National […]
WAFU Zone B Championship: Black Satellites secure semi-final spot with 1-0 win over Benin
By: Kwame Bediako Ghana’s U-20 men’s national team, the Black Satellites, booked their place in the semi-finals of the 2025 WAFU Zone B U-20 Championship after a resilient 1-0 victory against Benin on Wednesday at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. The match-winning goal came from winger Bless Ege in the 52nd minute, […]
Crystal Palace to appeal UEFA Europa League expulsion
By: Kwame Bediako Crystal Palace has announced it will appeal UEFA‘s decision to expel the club from the Europa League and relegate them to the Conference League for the 2025-26 season. Chairman Steve Parish confirmed the club will take the case to the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS), insisting they have strong legal grounds […]
GECA launches Powersafe Ghana initiative to promote electricity related safety
By: Dominic Hlordzi The Ghana Electrical Contractors Association (GECA) has launched a programme dubbed: Powersafe Ghana in Accra, to promote electrical safety education and awareness across the country. The programme which will also involve organisation of Conferences and Expo seeks the involvement of all actors in the electrical industry and consumers of electrical products. Launching […]
June Producer Price Inflation drops to 5.9%, lowest since November 2023
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Producer Price Inflation (PPI) data released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), on Wednesday, July 16, 2025 showed that the June 2025 stood at 5.9%, marking its lowest level recorded since November 2023. The Government Statistician, Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu, presenting the data, said the figure, released by his outfit, represents a 4.2 […]
ECG is not for sale, Government only seeking private sector support for billing and collection operations – Energy Minister
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Mr. John Jinapor, has debunked claims that the John Dramani Mahama-led administration is planning to sell off the largest electricity power distributor, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). Speaking at the Government Accountability Series forum today, Wednesday, July 16, 2025, the Energy Minister clarified that […]
Government begins installation of 23,500 solar streetlights to ease pressure on national grid by 300MW
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has announced that the government has started installing 23,500 solar-powered streetlights across the country. The move is part of efforts to reduce pressure on Ghana’s national power grid and improve energy efficiency. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Wednesday July 16, 2025, […]
ECG Board terminates over 200 contracts valued at $227m – John Jinapor reveals
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Mr. John Jinapor, has revealed that the newly inaugurated Board of the debt-ridden Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has terminated 202 contracts valued at $227 million out of the over 349 contracts entered into by the previous administration. According to the Energy Minister, the current board […]
Trump announces major weapons deal for Ukraine, warns Russia
By: Rejoice Henrietta Otoo Arthur U.S. President Donald Trump has announced a major change in his approach to the war in Ukraine, confirming that the United States will send Patriot missile defense systems and other advanced weapons to Ukraine through NATO. The move marks a sharp shift in Trump’s stance toward Russia and signals a […]
GFA launches U15 Girls Colts Leagues in ten regions to boost Women’s football
By: Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA) is set to revolutionize the grassroots of women’s football by introducing U15 Girls Colts Leagues in each of the country’s ten football regions. This bold initiative aligns with the GFA’s Women Football Strategy and FIFA’s global Women’s Development programmes, aiming to nurture young talent and strengthen the […]
