African stars set to lead 2026 Grammy charge as US anti-ICE protests and press freedom threats loom
By: Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent When music’s elite gather at the Crypto.com Arena this Sunday, February 1, 2026, for the 68th annual Grammy Awards, the glitz of Hollywood will collide with the grit of a national crisis. With the United States reeling from civil unrest and the controversial arrests of high-profile journalists, Recording […]
Ablakwa awards 61 Science and Agriculture scholarships, deepens Ghana–Italy education partnership
By Sarah Baafi The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has awarded 61 full tertiary scholarships to students pursuing science- and agriculture-related programmes, marking another milestone in education and human capital development within the constituency. The scholarships, which are strictly performance-based, cover the full duration of each beneficiary’s course until graduation. With […]
Sheapark Resource Hub is a development pathway for Upper West and Ghana – Speaker Bagbin
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has described the Sheapark Resource Hub as a clear development pathway that will transform the Upper West Region and contribute significantly to Ghana’s overall economic growth. Speaking at the official launch of the Sheapark Resource Hub in Wa on Saturday January 31, 2026, Speaker […]
Bawumia expresses gratitude to NPP members following Primary win
The newly elected presidential flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed gratitude to party members following his victory in the party’s presidential primary held on Saturday, January 31, 2026. In a brief Facebook post after the declaration of results, Dr Bawumia thanked supporters for their confidence and support, writing: “To […]
Bawumia calls for NPP unity after Primary victory
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has called for unity, discipline and renewed engagement within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) following his victory in the party’s presidential primary held on Saturday, January 31, 2026. Describing the win as a collective achievement, the newly elected Falgbearer of the the oppositon New Partriotic Party said the victory must be transformed […]
Bagbin warns against land disputes as Sheapark Resource Hub takes off in Upper West
By: Ashiadey Dotse The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has cautioned chiefs, landowners and residents of the Upper West Region against disputes over land allocation, warning that such disagreements could derail the success of the Sheapark Resource Hub. Speaking at the official launch of the Sheapark Resource Hub in Wa, Speaker Bagbin said […]
More than 200 killed in mine collapse in DR Congo
SOURCE: BBC More than 200 people have been killed in a mine collapse in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, rebel authorities have said. The mine, in the town of Rubaya, gave way on Wednesday due to heavy rains, Lumumba Kambere Muyisa, spokesman for the North Kivu region’s rebel governor, told reporters. At the time, the […]
Bawumia officially declared NPP flagbearer-elect
Former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has won the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primaries held on Saturday, January 31, 2026, securing the party’s flagbearership for the 2028 general elections for a second consecutive time. Dr Bawumia polled 110,645 votes, representing 56.48 per cent of the total valid votes cast. His victory was confirmed as vote […]
NPP presidential primaries: Bawumia arrives at party headquarters ahead of official declaration
Former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has arrived at the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) national headquarters in Accra, as the party prepares to officially announce the outcome of its presidential primaries. His arrival comes amid growing activity at the headquarters, with party executives, Members of Parliament, supporters and representatives of the various contenders gathering following the […]
We must process shea locally, not export raw nuts – President Mahama
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to add value to shea locally instead of exporting raw nuts, warning that the country is losing significant economic benefits by selling the product in its unprocessed form. He made the call while speaking at the launch of the SheaPark Resource Hub in Wa, Upper […]
Prophet ElBernard apologises after failed NPP primary prophecy
By Sarah Baafi Prophet Bernard ElBernard Nelson-Eshun, founder and leader of Spiritlife Revival Ministries, has issued a public apology after a prophecy he made about the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primaries failed to materialise. In a statement published on his official social media platforms, the prophet admitted that his widely publicised declaration that Kennedy […]
Heavy police deployment at polling stations is a waste of state resources – KT Hammond
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Former Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa, Kwabena Tahiru Hammond, has criticised the heavy deployment of police personnel at polling centres during the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primary, describing it as a waste of state resources. Mr Hammond argued that heightened security was unnecessary and suggested that some candidates had […]
NPP Presidential Primary: Bawumia leads in Bono East as region sees smooth polls
BY: SAMUEL AYAMMAH The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Presidential Primary in the Bono East Region has concluded successfully, with a peaceful atmosphere maintained throughout the voting process thanks to tight security measures. Agents representing the various aspirants have lauded the conduct of the election, expressing satisfaction with the transparency and fairness displayed. According to the […]
Bawumia sweeps Bono East with 69% of votes
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The former Vice President and 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has recorded a landslide victory in the Bono East Region branch of the opposition NPP’s Presidential Primary held today, 31st January 2026. The former Vice President secured 5,049 votes across all 11 constituencies in the Bono East […]
