Ghana appoints Meredith Naa Odarkai Lamptey-Addy permanent delegate to UNESCO
By: Hannah Dadzie Ghana has officially appointed Madam Meredith Naa Odarkai Lamptey-Addy, the daughter of the late David Lamptey, a prominent businesman, as the country’s new Permanent Delegate to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), based in Paris, France. At a brief ceremony in Accra, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, presented her […]
Police arrest suspect in killing of Immigration officer
By: Spendilove Incoom A man has been arrested in connection with the murder of an Immigration Officer, Stephen King Amoah, whose burnt body was discovered in a gutter near the GBC Satellite, opposite Comet Estate in Accra. According to a press release issued by the Accra Regional Police Command, the officer had been reported missing […]
Rising drug abuse among youth prompts action from NACOC
By: Rita Naa Ayeley Armah Deputy Director-General in charge of Enforcement, Control, and Elimination at the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), Alexander Twum-Barimah, has expressed deep concern over the rising rate of drug abuse among Ghana’s youth. He noted that substances such as tramadol—available in various strengths including 150, 225, and 250 milligrams—are being misused at […]
Nana Akua Afriyie breaks party ranks to contest Ablekuma North rerun amid boycott
By: Magdalene Andoh New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, Nana Akua Afriyie, is set to contest in Friday’s crucial rerun electione across 19 polling stations, defying her party’s official boycott of the process. Her decision comes as a surprise to many, given the NPP’s firm stance against the Electoral Commission’s (EC) directive […]
Sam George urges clarity on Ghana’s LGBTQ+ position
Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, has expressed strong disapproval of Ghana’s recent decision to abstain from a United Nations vote on LGBTQ+ rights, calling it inconsistent with the country’s stated values and constitutional principles. “I cannot however in good conscience understand the decision to abstain in the subsequent vote. That vote is […]
Accra: Court to commence trial of Sky Train scandal on July 23
The High Court, Accra, is set to begin the hearing of the 2 million dollar sky train scandal, soon. During pre-trial proceedings on Wednesday, the trial judge, Justice Comfort Tasima, announced July 23, as the date to commence the trial. The court’s decisions followed the withdrawal of an application by lawyers for the second accused […]
US Airport Security Ends Shoes Removal Policy As Ghanaian Travelers Demand Kotoka Overhaul
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent The United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is ending its long-held policy of making travelers take off their shoes at airport security checkpoints. This surprising change, nearly two decades after being put into effect, is poised to ease travel for millions. For Ghanaian and other African travelers en […]
Dr. Bawumia applauds Tottenham’s signing of Mohammed Kudus
By: Kwame Bediako Tottenham Hotspur has agreed a £55 million deal to sign Ghanaian midfielder Mohammed Kudus from West Ham United, a move that has generated excitement among fans and notable figures alike. Immediate past Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, who is a passionate Tottenham supporter, took to social media to congratulate both […]
Novak Djokovic edges past Flavio Cobolli to reach historic 14th Wimbledon semi-final
By: Kwame Bediako Novak Djokovic once again demonstrated his trademark resilience at Wimbledon, overcoming a tough challenge from Italy’s Flavio Cobolli to secure a spot in the semi-finals of The Championships for a record 14th time. The Serbian star, who had narrowly escaped defeat in the previous round against Alex de Minaur, found himself trailing […]
Trump praises Liberian president’s English, the country’s official language
President Donald Trump has complimented Liberian President Joseph Boakai on his English-speaking, during a meeting with several African leaders at the White House. Trump told Boakai he speaks “such good English”, asking where he went to school. The visitor politely laughed, but did not mention that English is the official language of Liberia. Africa’s oldest […]
Jannik Sinner stun Ben Sheltont to reach fourth straight Grand Slam semi-final at Wimbledon
By: Kwame Bediako World No.1 tennis player Jannik Sinner displayed remarkable resilience as he overcame an elbow injury to defeat American Ben Shelton in straight sets and advance to the Wimbledon semi-finals. The Italian, who had sustained the injury during a dramatic fourth-round match against Grigor Dimitrov, appeared largely untroubled in his 7-6(7-2), 6-4, 6-4 […]
“Shun the use of drugs and focus on training” – Volta Regional Minister tells young footballers
By: Tilda Acorlor The Volta Regional Minister, James Gunu, has encouraged young footballers to shun the use of drugs and focus on training, stating that substance abuse can ruin promising careers. He made this statement while interacting with players at the ongoing Inter-District Juvenile Championship in Ho. Over 500 U-15 and U-17 footballers from the […]
President Mahama nominates final batch of deputy ministers
President John Dramani Mahama has nominated four individuals to serve as Deputy Ministers, marking the final round of such appointments in his current administration. The Minister of State in Charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, in a facebook post indicated that this is the “last batch of Deputy Minister” nominations by the President. The […]
Ghana clarifies position on LGBTQI+ vote at UN Human Rights Council
By: Spendilove Incoom The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement addressing recent media reports concerning Ghana’s vote at the 59th Session of the UN Human Rights Council (HRC59) on the mandate of the Independent Expert on Protection Against Violence and Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity (SOGI). According to the Ministry, […]
