I expect rigorous analysis to place Ghana on path of economic recovery – Mahama tells Advisory Group
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has charged members of the Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy (PAGE) to provide strong, independent and well-researched advice to help put Ghana firmly on the path of economic recovery, resilience and inclusive growth. Speaking during the swearing-in and inauguration of PAGE on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, President […]
Robbery suspect shot dead as police recover stolen Toyota Hilux and iPhone
By Brain Akutei-Azu Mateko The Ghana Police Service has recovered a stolen Toyota Hilux pick-up vehicle and other items following an intelligence-led operation into a residential robbery case, during which a key suspect was shot and later pronounced dead at the Police Hospital. The suspect, identified as Clement Kofi Aidoo, also known as Joseph Abequaye, […]
Police intercept 4,000 parcels of suspected narcotics in ‘empty’ truck at Dambai
By Brain Akutei-Azu Mateko The Oti Regional Police Command has intercepted a truck loaded with 4,000 parcels of suspected narcotics, which were cleverly concealed in secret compartments beneath a trailer at Dambai. The operation, carried out on February 10, 2026, followed intelligence gathered by the police. Officers stopped a DAF long trailer with registration number […]
UER: Mining areas in Talensi risk becoming zones of poverty – Chief
By Peter Agengre The Chief of the Gaare Traditional Area in the Talensi District, Mwarebilsong Naneeteng, has raised concerns about the long-term future of mining communities, warning that without timely intervention they could face widespread poverty and social decline. Speaking at a community engagement forum organised by the TAMA Foundation Universal on sustainable mining practices, […]
Ghana’s GH¢33 billion cocoa debt crisis threatens global chocolate supply chains
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent Ghana’s cocoa sector, the historical spine of its economy, is currently facing a structural heart attack. The emergency Cabinet meeting scheduled by President John Dramani Mahama for Wednesday, February 11, 2026, is more than a routine government briefing; it is a desperate attempt to resuscitate a multi-billion dollar […]
Pilot praised after crash-landing faulty Somali passenger plane on seashore
SOURCE: BBC An airline in Somalia has praised one of its pilots after he crash-landed his passenger plane, which had suffered a technical fault, on the shoreline next to the capital’s international airport with all 55 on board surviving. Starsky Aviation said the pilot’s quick thinking was crucial in saving the 50 passengers and five […]
Ghana to establish independent Fiscal Council to strengthen post-IMF Economic oversight – Deputy Finance Minister
The Government of Ghana has announced plans to establish an Independent Fiscal Council to strengthen financial oversight and decision-making after the country exits the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. The announcement was made by the Deputy Minister for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, during a courtesy call by the Head of Regional Economic Department of France […]
Nine killed and at least 25 injured in shootings at school and home in Canada
Nine people killed at two different sites: At least 25 others injured: Police “are still reaching out” to victims’ families and next of kin, British Columbia Premier David Eby says. The ages and identities of those who have been killed or injured in the attack remains unknown. The suspected attacker is believed to have died […]
Black Stars Technical Advisor backs addition of five new coaches to the Black Stars technical team
By Kwame Bediako Ghana’s quest for 2026 FIFA World Cup success intensifies as the Ghana Football Association (GFA) recruits five elite coaches to supercharge the Black Stars’ technical team. Black Stars Technical Advisor Winfried Anton Schäfer laid out the vision during an interview with Medeamaa FM. “Strategically onboarding these five additions fortifies our path to […]
Police Officers seek transfer due to violent crimes
By Amoako Kwame Some Ghana Police officers deployed to the Bawku area are threatening to resign if they are not transferred from the area, according to the Minister of Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka. He stated that the reasoning for this decision stems from fear of death or injury since several personnel including those stationed have […]
BoG Governor launches committees for Bank listing project
By Sarah Baafi The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, on Tuesday, February 10, 2026 launched the Steering and Technical Committees for the Bank Listing Project, describing the initiative as a strategic response to structural shifts within Ghana’s financial system. The launch, held at Bank Square in Accra, marks a […]
Tamale residents protest persistent water shortages
By Murtala Issah Some residents of Tamale have staged a demonstration in front of the offices of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) to protest the persistent shortage of water in the Northern Regional capital, describing the situation as a growing public health and socioeconomic emergency. The demonstrators say the prolonged water crisis is crippling […]
Court dismisses Gifty Oware-Mensah’s application for Supreme Court referral
By: Franklin Asare-Donkoh A High Court in Accra, presided over by Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, has dismissed an application filed by a former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware-Mensah, seeking to halt her trial and refer constitutional issues to the Supreme Court. According to the presiding judge, Ms Oware-Mensah’s request was […]
NDC vote-buying committee maintains Baba Jamal as party candidate for Ayawaso East Bye-Election
By Amoako Kwame The National Democratic Congress did not annul the Ayawaso East Parliamentary primary, it maintained its decision by keeping Baba Jamal as the party’s candidate for the upcoming bye-election. This comes after allegations of vote buying during the party’s parliamentary primary held on Saturday, February 7. Baba Jamal has vehemently denied the allegations. […]
