Six die in El-Wak Stadium Military recruitment tragedy
Reports emerging from Accra indicate that sixpeople have died and several others have been injured during a military recruitment exercise at the El-Wak Sports Stadium. The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) confirmed in a press release that six people lost their lives and several sustained injuries following a stampede during the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise on Wednesday, […]
Speaker’s apology to Judiciary shows true leadership – Boakye-Danquah
By: Ashiadey Dotse A Lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has commended Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin for showing true leadership and protecting the balance among the three arms of government through his recent apology to the judiciary following the conduct of some members of appointment committee. “The Speaker […]
Video: Six reported dead in military recruitment stampede in Accra
Reports trickling in indicate that twelve people have died and several others have been injured during a military recruitment exercise at the El-Wak Sports Stadium in Ghana. The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) earlier in a press release indicated that six people have died and several injured following a stampede at the 2025/2026 recruitment exercise being […]
Scam calls targeting government employees: CAGD issues warning
By: Gloria Anderson The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has issued a public warning to government employees about a surge in fraudulent calls from individuals impersonating its staff. According to the Department, these scammers have been contacting government workers, particularly those on the Integrated Personnel Payroll Database (IPPD), and demanding payment for payroll-related services. The CAGD emphasized that it does not charge […]
Wife and son of Gabon’s ousted leader given 20-year jail terms in two-day corruption trial
A court in Gabon has sentenced the former first lady and the son of deposed President Ali Bongo to 20 years in jail following a two-day trial. On Tuesday night, Sylvia Bongo and Noureddin Bongo were found guilty of embezzlement and corruption after a trial that began a day earlier in their absence. They were […]
Brothers charged with South African rapper’s murder after extradition
Two brothers have been charged with the murder of South African rapper Kiernan Forbes, popularly known as “AKA”, following their extradition from neighbouring Eswatini. Siyabonga and Malusi Ndimande were brought back to the country after the failure of a lengthy legal attempt to block their return. Forbes, an award-winning hip-hop artist, was killed outside a […]
Kumasi Central Prison inmates contribute to healthcare of colleague due to inadequate funds
By: Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Ashanti Regional Commander of Prisons, DDP James Mwinyelle, has expressed concern about the lack of funds to cater for some of the needs and rights such as health of prison inmates in the region, particularly the Kumasi Central Prison and Female Prison. According to the Regional Commander, who is also the Officer […]
Approving CJ nominee could trigger constitutional clash -Minority warns
By: Magdalene Andoh The Minority in Parliament has defended its decision to boycott the vetting of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for the position of Chief Justice, describing the process as unconstitutional and ill-timed. In a detailed 26-page statement signed by Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Caucus said it could not, in good conscience, participate in a […]
PUG Chancellor challenges graduates to uphold integrity at 19th congregation
By Michael Amartey The Chancellor of the Presbyterian University and Moderator of the Presbyterian Church, Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare-Kwakye has questioned the relievance of education as corruption and other immoral acts continue to ruin the country. Addressing the 19th congregation of the University at Kwahu-Abetifi in the Eastern Region, he wondered why […]
Seconds to Disaster: Inside the August 6 Military Helicopter Investigation
The Aircraft Accidents Investigations Bureau of Ghana (AAIBG) has revealed that a sudden and powerful downdraft and bad weather were responsible for the crash. The accident claimed the lives of all three crew and five passengers on board. The report outlined several findings and recommendations. Cause of crash: The helicopter lost lift and altitude due to […]
Helicopter crash report: Poor visibility, low clouds forced pilots to change altitude repeatedly – Capt. Paul Fordjour
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Chairman of the investigation committee into the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash, Captain Paul Fordjour of the Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation Bureau (AIB) Ghana, has revealed that poor visibility and low clouds forced the pilots to change altitude several times during the flight. Addressing the media on Tuesday November 11, […]
SHS girls train in entreprenuership and digital literacy in Koforidua
About 50 female students from some selected Senior High Schools in Koforidua, the Eastern Regional capital has been schooled on digital literacy, business ideation and planning, website creation, mentorship and pitching. The two-day Girls start-up training organized by Seeds of fortune, Ghana, a non-profit organization in partnership with the Black Star Pearls of Ghana featured […]
North Dayi: NHIA boss dismisses claims of alleged sabotage of Mahama Government by MP
By: Barbara Kumah The District Manager of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in North Dayi, Edem Sebastian, has described as regrettable and unfortunate media reports suggesting that the Member of Parliament (MP) for the constituency, Joycelyn Tetteh Quashie, is sabotaging the government through a rebranded health initiative. Mr. Sebastian rejected the claims, insisting that […]
US Senate passes funding bill as historic shutdown nears likely end
The US Senate has passed a crucial funding bill that could bring the longest government shutdown in history to an end within days. The bill passed in a 60-40 vote late on Monday, with nearly all Republicans joining eight Democrats who splintered from the party to approve it. The deal funds the government until the […]
