Palgrave Boakye-Danquah criticises Bawumia for shifting blame over NPP’s election defeat
By: Ashiadey Dotse Former Government Spokesperson on Governance and Security, Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has criticised Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the 2024 Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), for trying to shift blame for the party’s defeat in the December 7, 2024 general elections. During his ‘Thank You Tour‘, Dr. Bawumia listed several reasons for […]
Ghana Olympic Committee president elect Richard Akpokavie promises unity and progress
By: Isaac Tetteh Richard Akpokavie has officially accepted his role as the new President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), vowing to lead with dedication, excellence, and respect. In his inaugural address, he emphasized the importance of unity among federation officials and the need to uphold the core Olympic values of excellence, respect, and friendship, […]
Suspect charged after Vancouver car ramming leaves 11 dead
A 30-year-old man has been charged with eight counts of second degree murder after a car drove into a crowd at a street festival in Vancouver, Canada, leaving at least 11 people dead and dozens more injured. Kai-Ji Adam Lo, a resident of the city, appeared in court late on Sunday and was returned to […]
Update: 11 people killed after car rams into street festival crowd in Canada
11 people were killed and 20 others injured after a driver struck a crowd at a street festival in Canada, police have said. The vehicle entered the street at 8:14 pm local time on Saturday where people were attending the Filipino Lapu Lapu Day festival, the Vancouver Police Department said in a social media post. […]
NPP invites proposals for constitutional amendment
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has opened its doors to members and identifiable groups to make inputs into the party’s constitutional amendment. In a memo dated April 25, 2025, the party has, therefore, directed persons who intend to submit proposals for consideration to submit same either to the Office of the General Secretary at […]
COCOBOD promises better Cocoa prices despite challenges – CEO
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Dr. Ransford Anertey Abbey, has assured cocoa farmers that they will receive better prices for their produce, despite the challenges facing the cocoa sector. Speaking at a farmers’ rally in Attronso, in the Western North Region, Dr. Abbey said COCOBOD is reviewing […]
Ghana U-15 Boys fall to Tanzania, set to battle Uganda for third place
By: Belinda Nketia Ghana’s U-15 boys team have been knocked out of the semi-finals of the CAF African Schools Football Championship after a narrow 1-0 defeat to defending champions Tanzania on Friday. The decisive moment came early in the match, with Tanzania’s Sadam Hamis scoring the only goal to secure his side’s place in the […]
President Mahama swears in new military service commanders
President John Dramani Mahama, has presided over a swearing-in ceremony for the newly appointed military service commanders, officially inducting them as members of the Armed Forces Council. The event held on Friday, March 25, 2025 at the Ministry of Defence, preceded a strategic Council meeting focused on matters such as promotions and the retooling of […]
Government to expand Student Loans to private tertiary students
By: Rebecca Ampah Ghana’s Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced plans to expand the student loan scheme to include students enrolled in private tertiary institutions. This initiative aims to alleviate financial burdens on students and promote equitable access to higher education across the country. Speaking at the inauguration of the new Board for the […]
NDC caucus in Parliament disassociates from Zoomlion contract controversy
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Caucus has issued a firm statement denying any involvement in the Youth Employment Agency’s (YEA) sanitation contract with waste management giant Zoomlion. In a press release signed by Member of Parliament and Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga, the NDC Caucus clarified that it has not mandated […]
Striking doctors at Tamale Teaching Hospital resume emergency services
By: Murtala Issah Striking doctors at the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH), have resumed emergency services following a visit by a delegation from Yaa Naa Abubakari Mahama. The delegation led by the Zangbalun Lana, Dr. Jacob Mahama, met with the striking doctors to convey a message of a appeal to the doctors to go back to […]
Interior Ministry declares Thursday May 1 statutory holiday
By: Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has declared Thursday, May 1, 2025, as a Statutory Public Holiday to commemorate May Day, also known as Workers’ Day. This declaration applies nationwide, and all relevant institutions, organizations, and the general public are expected to observe the holiday accordingly. May Day celebrations in […]
I won’t renew Zoomlion contract in its current state – YEA CEO Malik Basintale
The Chief Executive Officer of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Malik Basintale, has firmly stated that he will not renew the current contract with waste management company, Zoomlion Ghana Limited. In a Facebook post on Friday, April 25, 2025, Mr. Basintale criticized the terms of the contract, which has been in place for over seven […]
Parliamentary Health Committee lauds Eastern Regional Hospital for innovation and resourcefulness
By: Sarah Baafi The Parliamentary Health Committee has commended the Eastern Regional Hospital in Koforidua for its outstanding performance and effective management during a nationwide healthcare assessment tour. Dr. Arko Akoto-Ampaw, the hospital’s medical director, highlighted key achievements made over recent years, many realized without direct government funding. The committee was impressed by the hospital’s […]
