Nigeria’s president declares emergency in oil-rich state
Nigeria is facing an escalating political crisis after President Bola Tinubu declared a state of emergency in the oil-rich Rivers state and suspended the governor, his deputy and all lawmakers in the state parliament for six months. In a nationwide broadcast on Tuesday evening Tinubu said he had received “disturbing security reports detailing incidents of […]
Ghanaian Healthcare Delegation on a four-city roadshow in the UK
BY: CLARA MLANO Fifteen organisations from Ghana’s healthcare sector are embarking on a four-city roadshow in the United Kingdom from March 17-21, 2025, at the invitation of the UK‘s Department for Business and Trade. This delegation comprises representatives from the Ghanaian government, private health facilities, pharmaceutical and medical equipment distributors, and pharmaceutical manufacturers. The primary […]
Jordan Ayew assures Ghanaians of Black Stars’ commitment to turning fortunes around
By Kwame Bediako Black Stars captain, Jordan Ayew, has reassured Ghanaians that the team is fully committed to reversing their recent fortunes, starting with their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifier against Chad on Friday. Despite a dismal run of form, which has seen the team win just two of their last 10 games and fail […]
Police arrest suspect in Ahmed Suale’s murder
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale. The suspect, identified as Daniel Owusu Koranteng, also known as Akwasi Amakye, is a close friend of the deceased and has been accused of selling him out by releasing his photographs to a popular politician in Ghana […]
Government reclaims seven out of nine forest reserves from illegal miners – Minister of Lands and Natural Resources
Seven out of the nine forest reserves that were completely overrun by illegal miners have been successfully reclaimed, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced. Speaking at a press briefing in Accra today, the minister revealed that a joint security task force—comprising the military, police, and the Forestry Commission’s rapid […]
Stakeholders meet on preparation of base map and local plans for four communities in Yilo Krobo Municipality
By: Michael Kofi Kenetey The Eastern Regional Minister, Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey has mentioned that accurate base maps and well-developed local plans for communities are critical tools for informed decisions, appropriate resource allocation and help promote sustainable urban development in Ghana Mrs. Awatey was speaking at the University of Environment and Sustainable Development, UESD, Somanya […]
COMAC reports shortage of diesel and RON 95 fuel in Bono and Bono East regions
By: Mabel Adorkor Annang The Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies, COMAC, has recorded shortage of diesel and RON 95 fuel at multiple fuel stations across the Bono and Bono East Regions over the past two weeks. During a mystery shopping exercise, COMAC’s Chief Executive, Dr. Riverson Oppong, observed that several fuel outlets were unable to […]
FDA recalls Grand Chateaux Sangria Forte over safety concerns
By: Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The Food and Drugs Authority, (FDA) has issued an immediate recall of Grand Chateaux Sangria Forte, specifically the Tetra Pak 250ml and Canned 330ml Petillante variants, from the Ghanaian market due to safety concerns. According to the FDA, the importer of these products has violated sections 97, 98, and 103 of […]
Ghana, Norway strengthen fisheries and nutrition partnership
Ghana has taken a significant step forward in its partnership with Norway as a high-level Norwegian delegation, led by Minister of International Development, Ausmund Aukrust, visited the country. The delegation was warmly received by Ghana’s Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emelia Arthur, as both nations reaffirmed their commitment to advancing sustainable fisheries, empowering women in […]
Tertiary students urged to strive for excellence
By: Michael Kofi Kenetey The Vice Chancellor of the Presbyterian University Ghana, PUG, Professor John Ofosu-Anim has urged tertiary students to strive for excellence, embrace critical thinking and develop solutions that will impact society positively in their academic pursuits. He noted that whether one is pursuing science, technology or business, there is the need to strive for […]
Mahama holds bilateral talks with Sierra Leone’s President Bio
By: Henrietta Afful President John Dramani Mahama is in Sierra Leone for an official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties and advancing key areas of collaboration including trade, economic development, and regional cooperation. The Ghanaian President was met on arrival by his Sierra Leonean Counterpart, Julius Maada Bio. A Special Aide to President Dramani Mahama, […]
Last batch of JFK assassination files released
The US government has released the final batch of documents on the assassination of President John F Kennedy _JFK)- a case that still sparks conspiracy theories over 60 years later. The release follows an executive order in January by President Donald Trump that required unredacted files in the case to be made public. Experts are […]
Soldier shot dead in Bawku
One soldier has been shot dead by unknown shooters at Bawku in the Upper East Region. The military officer was shot on Monday morning, March 17, 2025, near one of the buffer zones set up to control the ongoing chieftaincy conflict in the area This number brings to a total of three security officers being […]
‘Nigerian Senate is run like a cult’, suspended MP Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan says
A Nigerian senator who alleged she was sexually harassed by one of the country’s top politicians has told the BBC the Senate operates like a “cult”. A fortnight ago, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan was suspended for six months after submitting a petition saying she had been harassed by Senate President Godswill Akpabio, which he denies. His office […]
