Vienna: Ghana champions global anti-Corruption efforts at UN Convention
By Celestine Avi Ghana has reaffirmed its global leadership in the fight against corruption at the United Nations Headquarters in Vienna, Austria. Delivering a bold statement on June 16, 2025, Hon. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, Deputy Chief of Staff and head of Ghana’s delegation, unveiled sweeping anti-corruption reforms and tangible results that position Ghana as […]
Vienna: Nana Oye Bampoe Addo rallies Ghanaian diaspora to embrace heritage and unity
By Celestine Avi At a vibrant cultural gathering in Vienna, Austria, Hon. Nana Oye Bampoe Addo called on the Ghanaian diaspora to uphold the nation’s cherished values of leadership, unity, and service. The occasion, held on June 14, 2025, at the Vienna International Centre, marked the enstoolment of the Gyaase Hemaa and Adonten Hemaa of […]
Oti Regional Police Command arrests 8 over Nkwanta clashes
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Oti Regional Police Command says it has arrested eight individuals in connection with a series of violent incidents in the Nkwanta South Municipality, which have left several people injured and one person dead. The unrest began on Thursday, June 26, 2025, when two female day students were struck by gunfire while […]
Gov’t committed to sustainable research at tertiary institutions – Vice‑President
By Nicholas Osei‑Wusu Government says it is determined to build a sustainable research base for the nation’s universities and colleges. To that end, it has begun implementing the National Research Fund Act, 2016, by establishing the National Research Fund with seed money of GHS 50,000, and has set up both a secretariat and a governing board to administer […]
NIA staff ordered to call off strike
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The National Labour Commission (NLC), in an official statement issued on Friday, June 27, 2025, has ordered the Divisional Union of the National Identification Authority (NIA) under the Public Services Workers Union (PSWU) to immediately call off its ongoing strike. The NLC’s directive follows a hearing held on Thursday, June 26, 2025, […]
Franklin Cudjoe backs calls for removal of EC boss, deputies
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH President of IMANI Africa, Mr Franklin Cudjoe, has backed calls for the removal of the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson and her deputies from office. He asserted that calls for the removal of the EC Chairperson, Mrs Jean Adukwei Mensa, and her deputies, Dr Bossman Asare and Samuel Tettey, are justified. Mr Cudjoe’s […]
Ansah-Asare urges suspended Chief Justice Torkornoo to apologise for ‘disrespectful’ press conference
By Franklin Asare‑Donkoh A former Director of the Ghana School of Law, Kwaku Ansah‑Asare, says suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo should issue an unqualified apology to President John Dramani Mahama and the nation for what he calls an “utter betrayal” of the 1992 Constitution. Speaking on TV3’s KeyPoints on Saturday, 28 June, Mr Ansah‑Asare described Justice Torkornoo’s 25 June press conference as “disrespectful and uncalled‑for”. […]
Mohammed Kudus returns to Nima for heartfelt community initiative
By: Kwame Bediako Black Stars midfielder Mohammed Kudus is set to make a meaningful return to his roots as he visits his former school, Nima Cluster of Schools, on Monday, June 30, 2025. The West Ham United star, through his KudusDream Foundation in partnership with Skechers, will lead a homecoming event aimed at giving back […]
Trade Ministry, Toyota Tsusho explore strategic partnership to boost automotive industry
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has held a high-level meeting with a delegation from Toyota Tsusho Corporation to explore new avenues of collaboration aimed at advancing Ghana’s automotive sector. The meeting focused on strengthening the existing partnership between the Government of Ghana and the Japanese automobile giant, while identifying strategic initiatives […]
EPA boss warns of rising threat from illegal mining in Eastern Region
By Ruth Boateng The Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), Professor Nana Ama Browne Klutse, has observed that the threat posed by illegal mining, particularly its devastating impact on water bodies in the Eastern Region, needs to be addressed urgently. She mentioned that the EPA does not have much control over illegal […]
Former Spanish football federation boss Luis Rubiales loses World Cup kiss appeal
By: Kwame Bediako Former Spanish Football Federation president Luis Rubiales has lost an appeal against his sexual assault conviction related to the 2023 World Cup incident. Rubiales was fined €10,800 (£9,206) in February after he kissed Jenni Hermoso without her consent during the medal ceremony. The appeal court upheld the fine and dismissed a separate […]
Vote for confidence and competence – GJA Vice President Aspirant
By Rachel Kakraba A Vice President aspirant of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) and Editor-in-Chief of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC), Rebecca Ekpe, says she is well-positioned to serve as the Association’s next Vice President. She noted that, over the years, she has actively contributed to media development, championed freedom of expression, and consistently advocated […]
Ghana welcomes Chinese investors at 2025 Business Summit
In a bold show of economic diplomacy, the Office of the Chief of Staff welcomed a high-powered Chinese investor delegation participating in the ongoing Ghana–China Business Summit 2025, organised in collaboration with the Sino-Africa Group. Representing H.E. John Dramani Mahama, Chief of Staff Hon. Julius Debrah urged Chinese manufacturers to harness Ghana’s strategic location, stable […]
Kotoko set for 2025 Toyota Cup clash against Kaizer Chiefs in Durban
By: Kwame Bediako Asante Kotoko have officially announced their participation in the 2025 Toyota Cup, an international friendly match against South African football giants Kaizer Chiefs. The highly anticipated game is scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 26, 2025, at the renowned Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, South Africa. This fixture will serve as […]
