East Legon Hills residents petition Ghana Water over prolonged water shortages
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Residents of East Legon Hills in Accra have formally petitioned the Managing Director of the Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL), calling for urgent intervention to address what they describe as a persistent and worsening water supply crisis in the community. The petition, submitted on January 26, 2026, by the East […]
Hajj fare reduced to 60,000 cedis, quota of 5,960 filled – President Mahama updates pilgrims
By Celestine Avi & Seth Eyiah President John Mahama has announced that this year’s Hajj fare for Ghanaian pilgrims has been reduced to 60,000 cedis, with the quota of 5,960 pilgrims already filled. Speaking at the commissioning of the Akweteman Central Mosque in the Okaikwei Constituency, he urged pilgrims to cooperate with the Hajj Committee, […]
Vice President Opoku-Agyemang demands action, not declarations on Regional Security
By Hannah Dadzie Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has challenged West African and Sahelian states to move beyond declarations and adopt a results-driven framework that delivers tangible security outcomes for citizens across the region. Speaking at the ministerial meeting of the High-Level Consultative Conference on Regional Cooperation and Security in Accra, Professor Opoku-Agyemang said […]
NOBA @60: Nana Oye Bampoe Addo donates to Dzorwulu Special School, reaffirms commitment to the vulnerable and marginalised
By: Rebecca Ampah The Deputy Chief of Staff for Administration, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo has donated food items and supported a free eye screening exercise at the Dzorwulu Special School as part of activities marking her 60th birthday, under the theme “Celebrating 60 Years of Purpose: Nana Oye Bampoe Addo Reaffirms Commitment to the Vulnerable […]
Ridge and Korle Bu incidents to be investigated as Health Minister inaugurates 7-member committee
By Savannah Pokuaah Duah The Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has inaugurated a seven-member Investigation Committee to probe alleged unethical medical practices, commonly referred to as medical kalabule, at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge). According to a press release issued by the Ministry, the Committee was constituted […]
Architecture Alliance calls for strict enforcement of building laws
By: Michael Aboagye & Arc. Patience Ewurama Ocran The Architecture Alliance has called on government authorities to strictly enforce Ghana’s building laws and modernise construction practices to curb the recurring incidents of building collapses, fires and flood-related disasters across the country. In a press statement issued on January 27, 2026, the Alliance described the frequent […]
Government is backing policies to convert extraction into value- Ofosu-Adjare
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave A high-level Ministerial Dialogue on “Accelerating Africa’s Industrial Transformation: Converting Extraction into Value and Building Industrial Champions” at day – one of the Africa Trade Summit in Accra, had industry leaders bring forth ideas on getting value for raw materials. Present at the dialogue on Wednesday, January 28, Minister for Trade, […]
Ablakwa sounds alarm at Regional Security Conference as region records eight terror attacks daily
By Hannah Dadzie Ghana has convened a two day high-level consultative conference of intelligence chiefs and security officials from West Africa and the Sahel to strengthen regional cooperation against the growing threat of terrorism, violent extremism and transnational crime. Speaking at the opening, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, warned that the region has become […]
UER: NPP delegates arrive in Bolgatanga ahead of flagbearer election
By Peter Agengre Delegates of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) from outside the Upper East Region have begun arriving in Bolgatanga ahead of the party’s flagbearer election scheduled for Saturday. Some of the delegates were sighted at the NPP regional office in Bolgatanga with their luggage, awaiting transportation to their respective host communities. The early […]
Works and Housing Minister Urges State Housing to Redefine Affordable Housing Delivery
By Felix Cofie The Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Gibert Kenneth Adjei, has charged the State Housing Company Limited (SHCL) to play a leading role in redefining housing acquisition and affordability in Ghana. Speaking at the commissioning of SHCL’s 24-hour Premium and Express Service Centre in Accra, the Minister stressed that the success […]
Government to Redevelop Aging Estates, Add Thousands of Housing Units Nationwide
By Felix Cofie The government has announced plans to repurpose aging government estates in major urban centres as part of a broader strategy to expand housing delivery and respond to the pressures of rapidly growing cities. Managing Director of the State Housing Company Limited (SHCL), John Bawah, disclosed this at the launch of the company’s […]
Bawumia is well prepared for 2028 elections – NPP youth organiser
By Peter Agengre The Upper East Regional Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salahudeen Musah Al-Khomeini, has thrown his support behind Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, describing him as the most prepared and visionary leader for the party at this time. Speaking to GBCNews in Bolgatanga about the current political landscape, Mr Al-Khomeini said, “with […]
Ghana moves to harmonise Blue Economy Strategy and Sustainable Ocean Plan
By Sarah Baafi Ghana has taken a major step toward strengthening ocean governance and sustainable marine resource management with moves to harmonise its Blue Economy Strategy (BES) and the Ghana Sustainable Ocean Plan (SOP). The Senior Advisor to the President on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Dr. Nii Moi Thompson, held a high-level meeting in […]
Seven suspects arrested over highway robbery involving Council of State member
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave Police have arrested seven suspects believed to be involved in a highway robbery that targeted a member of the Council of State. The robbery occurred on July 21, 2025, along the Tamale–Buipe highway. The suspects: Rashida Yousif, Aaron Abana Basuifanga, Wilson Avasong, Mutaru Idrisu (alias Virgin), Aminu Zebrila (alias Birdman), Innusa […]
