Finance Ministry instructs GRA to investigate an attempted GHS82 million tax evasion scandal

By Amoako Kwame The Ministry of Finance has instructed the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to investigate a tax- evasion scandal in which custom officers misappropriated a tax assessment of GHS 85,306,578.33. to GHS 2,619,748.81. The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), through its customs division, on February 18 2026, intercepted eighteen articulated trucks declared as goods in […]
Ghana’s economy rebounds strongly as 2025 records historic fiscal turnaround

By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has announced what he describes as one of the most significant economic recoveries in Ghana’s history, following what he calls a robust fiscal performance in 2025 and a broad-based macroeconomic turnaround. The Minister in a Facebook post on Monday February 23, 2026, Dr. […]
SWAG hails Sports Minister, MPs’ salary donations to National Sports Fund, urges corporate backing

By Gloria Peprah The Sports Writers Association of Ghana (SWAG) has commended Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Iddie Adams for donating two months of his salary to the National Sports Fund, hailing it as a powerful act of leadership. This donation comes at a critical time when the fund aims to bolster infrastructure, athlete training, […]
Afram Publications marks International Mother Tongue Day with Ga and Twi reading session

By: Sarah Baafi Afram Publications Limited has commemorated International Mother Tongue Day with a reading session in Ga and Twi by pupils of Theorose School at Tantra Hills in Accra. The event, held on Monday, February 23, 2026, formed part of activities marking International Mother Tongue Day, which is observed globally on February 21 to […]
NIB donates GH¢1 million to support Armed Forces housing project

By Diana Adjei The National Investment Bank (NIB) PLC has donated one million cedis to support a housing redevelopment project by the Ghana Armed Forces at Burma Camp. The donation forms part of efforts by the bank to strengthen its operations and deepen its long-standing relationship with the military. Managing Director of NIB, Chief Dr. Doliwura Zakaria, said the support […]
ECOWAS concludes engagement with renewed commitment to women and youth political inclusion

By Diana Adjei A four-day regional engagement organised under the auspices of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has ended in Accra with a renewed pledge by Member States to strengthen women and youth participation in politics and governance. The engagement, coordinated by the Government of Ghana through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social […]
NPA advises general public to be careful around fuel tankers

By Amoako Kwame The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has cautioned the general public on dangers of an exposed or crushed fuel tankers and the safety measures individuals can take to prevent accidents. This comes on the back of a tragic accident that occurred on February 14,2026 involving a fuel tanker on the Nsawam- Accra highway […]
Steroid cream misuse driving worsening fungal skin infections in Ghana – Dr. Kofi Ansah Brifo

By: Sarah Baafi A leading Ghanaian dermatologist has raised alarm over the growing misdiagnosis of fungal infections as eczema, a mistake he says is silently worsening skin conditions across the country. Speaking on GTV Breakfast Show, Dr. Kofi Ansah Brifo popularly known as “The Skin Messiah” explained how the widespread use of steroid-based creams is […]
24-hour economy policy is more than a shift system – Augustus Tanoh

By Amoako Kwame The Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy policy, Augustus Tanoh has clarified that the policy is designed to encourage businesses to expand production capacity and not only about the shift system. The President John Dramani Mahama on February 19 signed of the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill into law. The new legislation establishes […]
Health Ministry cautions new doctors to accept postings or be removed from payroll

By Amoako Kwame The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has warned that doctors who refuse postings to rural areas risk being removed from the government payroll by the end of February 2026. The Minister during a working visit to the University of Ghana College of Health Sciences at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital urged lecturers […]
NDC government has failed to deliver its promises – Minority Leader

By Amoako Kwame The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo Markin has criticized the National Democratic Congress (NDC) led government over failure to implement key economic policies promised during the campaign for election. Speaking during an engagement with the Young Commons Forum at the University of Cape Coast, on February 21, the legislator Kwamena […]
Govt allocates GH¢150M for Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup prep – Norgbey

By Kwame Bediako Parliament’s Select Committee on Sports Chairman, Ernest Norgbey, has announced a significant GH¢150 million allocation from the government to kickstart preparations for Ghana’s Black Stars ahead of their fifth World Cup appearance this summer. The funds aim to give the national team a strong foundation as they gear up for the tournament […]
Vivies Dance Theatre Academy launches 10th anniversary with bold legacy vision

By Oti Emmanuel Vivies Dance Theatre Academy officially launched its 10th anniversary celebrations with a vibrant and well-attended event marked by captivating dance performances, inspiring speeches, and a renewed commitment to youth development through the creative arts. The colorful ceremony brought together parents, students, alumni, patrons of the arts, and industry practitioners, all gathered to […]
Wa West Youth Leaders call for development push

By KWEKU BOLTON The President of the Wa West Youth and Development Association, Dr Abdulai Darimani, has urged the government to prioritise investment in the district. According to him, poor and inadequate infrastructure is holding back economic growth. Speaking at the association’s annual meeting held at Accra, Dr Darimani called for the rollout of flagship […]