Bongo’s growth would be greater today if Akansake had lived – Peter Ayimbisa
By: Peter Agengre A tribute was paid to the late former District Chief Executive of Bongo, Joseph Abaah Akansake, for his significant contributions to local development. Peter Ayimbisa, the Upper East Regional Communications Officer of the New Patriotic Party, says the district would have seen even greater progress if the late DCE had lived longer. Speaking on his […]
Over 5.3 million malaria cases recorded in Ghana in 2025 – Dr. Hilarius Abiwu
By: Jennifer Nerkie Kenney More than 5.3 million malaria cases were recorded in Ghana in 2025, highlighting the continued burden of the disease despite years of intervention efforts. Programme Manager of the National Malaria Elimination Programme, Dr. Hilarius Abiwu, disclosed this during a discussion on the GTV Breakfast Show on Monday, April 13, 2026. “Just […]
The 15/15 voting is not yielding good results; Fix our roads – Concerned Youth
By: Peter Agengre Concerned youth in the Upper East Region have taken to the streets to protest the deteriorating condition of a major road linking Zuarungu and Bolgatanga. The demonstrators are largely from communities within the Attorney General Dominic Ayine’s Constituency. They say years of neglect have left the stretch from Bolga Kulaa to the […]
Why people are paying $1,000 to read in silence with strangers
A growing number of people in the United States and the United Kingdom are paying hundreds—and in some cases over $1,000 to attend reading retreats where participants gather simply to read in quiet company. The trend reflects a shift in how reading is being experienced, moving away from its modern perception as a solitary activity […]
Ghana to honour astronaut Christina Koch after Artemis II mission
Ghana is set to formally honour American astronaut Christina Hammock Koch following her historic journey around the Moon, as authorities highlight her links to the country and her role in a landmark space mission. The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced in a Twitter post that arrangements are being finalised for President John […]
Readiness must translate into implementation – Zakaria Musah on free primary healthcare
By: Sarah Baafi Legal practitioner Zakaria Tanko Musah has weighed in on government’s proposed free primary healthcare rollout, following assurances from the Ministry of Health that it is ready to implement the policy. Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show, Mr. Musah welcomed the initiative but stressed that the success of the policy will depend largely on […]
Ghana set to declare landmark marine protected area to safeguard ocean future
By: Sarah Baafi Ghana is on the brink of a major milestone in ocean conservation and fisheries management, as the government prepares to officially declare the Greater Cape Three Points Marine Protected Area (GCTPMPA), covering 703.86 square kilometres. The initiative, led by the Ministry of Fisheries and Aquaculture, is being implemented under Section 39 of […]
Black Maidens coach Nana Adakwah urges sharper finishing despite win over Togo
By Tilda Acorlor Head coach of Ghana’s Women U17 team, Joe Nana Adakwah has admitted his side must be more clinical in front of goal despite securing a commanding 2-0 away victory over Togo in the first leg of their FIFA U17 Women’s World Cup qualifier. “We planned to come and win the match, but what happened […]
GFA calls for swift justice after death of Berekum Chelsea’s Dominic Frimpong
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has issued deep condolences to Berekum Chelsea over the death of promising forward Dominic Frimpong, killed by armed robbers on the club’s bus. Returning from a Ghana Premier League clash with FC Samartex, the team faced ambush on the Bibiani-Goaso road, where gunmen blocked the path, unleashed […]
Police launch manhunt for robbers after Berekum Chelsea player was killed in attack
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Ashanti Regional Police Command has confirmed an armed robbery attack on the Berekum Chelsea Football Club, resulting in the death of one of the team’s players, Dominic Frimpong. Dominic Frimpong sustained gunshot injuries and was rushed to the Bibiani Government Hospital but passed away while receiving medical treatment. A statement signed […]
Tragedy on Bibiani road: Berekum Chelsea’s Dominic Frimpong shot dead in ambush
By Kwame Bediako Ghana Premier League side Berekum Chelsea is in mourning after winger Dominic Frimpong, 20, died from gunshot wounds in a horrific armed robbery ambush on the team bus. The attack unfolded on the Bibiani-Goaso road at Ahyiresu, shortly after their match against FC Samartex. Masked gunmen blocked the road, fired on the […]
MP Ernestina Ofori Dangbey sues Paul Adom-Otchere for defamation
By Felix Cofie A Member of Parliament for Agona West, Ernestina Ofori Dangbey, has filed a defamation suit at the High Court in Accra against broadcaster Paul Adom-Otchere over comments allegedly made on television. According to a writ of summons issued on April 13, 2026, the plaintiff is seeking legal redress over statements she describes […]
Bola Ray wins African Media Icon Award at 2026 African Heritage Awards
Renowned broadcaster and media entrepreneur Nat Kwabena Adisi, popularly known as Bola Ray, has been honoured with the African Media Icon Award at the 2026 African Heritage Awards, held on Saturday in Accra. The prestigious continental ceremony, organised by the Heritage Times and convened by Moses Siasia, brought together influential leaders and achievers from across […]
Trump orders US Navy to blockade Strait of Hormuz after US-Iran peace talks collapse
By Nana Karikari, Senior Global Affairs Correspondent United States President Donald Trump announced Sunday that the U.S. Navy will “immediately” begin a total blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of historic peace talks with Iran in Pakistan. The move is intended to seize strategic control of the world’s most critical energy artery. […]
