Ghana’s diplomatic network to expand with four new consulates and three missions
By: Hannah Dadzie Ghana is set to significantly expand its diplomatic footprint with the establishment of new consulates and missions in key locations across the globe. According to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the new consulates will open in Singapore, Dublin, Massachusetts, and Lisbon. Speaking at the Conference of Heads of Missions […]
Article 146 Committee ‘ignored false claims’ in CJ removal probe – Chair
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Members of the Article 146 Committee of Inquiry set up by President John Dramani Mahama to handle the petition for the removal of the embattled Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, say they restrained themselves from reacting when blatantly false statements were made about them and their work. […]
Education Sector Devolution Tops Agenda as Dr. Hoedoafia of IMCC Meets Hon. Haruna Iddrisu.
By Nasrullah Ibn Mutawakil The Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCC), Dr. Gameli Kewuribe Hoedoafia, paid a working visit to the Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, at the Ministry of Education in Accra. The visit, held on 21st August 2025, was aimed at strengthening collaboration towards advancing Ghana’s decentralisation reforms, […]
Akwatia by-election: Decisive showdown in a swing constituency
By Valentia Tetteh The Akwatia Constituency in the Eastern Region, known for its rich diamond deposits in the Denkyembour District, is preparing for a high-stakes parliamentary by-election on 2 September 2025. The contest was triggered by the sudden death of the sitting Member of Parliament, Ernest Yaw Kumi of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), on […]
Akwatia By-Election: A Decisive Showdown in a Swing Constituency
By Valentia Tetteh The Akwatia Constituency in the Eastern Region, known for its rich diamond deposits in the Denkyembour District, is preparing for a high-stakes parliamentary by-election on September 2, 2025. The contest was triggered by the sudden death of the sitting Member of Parliament, Ernest Yaw Kumi of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), on […]
Ghana to host conference of Heads of Mission to strengthen diplomatic capacity
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced a week-long Conference of Heads of Mission and Orientation Programme for newly appointed Envoys, aimed at strengthening Ghana’s diplomatic service. The conference, scheduled from Monday, September 1 to Friday, September 5, 2025, will run under the theme: “Harnessing the Dividends of Diplomacy for […]
Government slashes tuition fee for Nursing Training by 50%
By: Savannah Pokuaah Duah The Ministry of Health has announced a significant reduction in school fees for Nursing and Allied Health Training students, effective the 2025/2026 academic year. According to a press statement signed by Tony Goodman, Deputy Director and Spokesperson of the Ministry, the fees have been reduced by 50%. “This intervention has been […]
Chief of Staff to Scrutinize UNGA 80 Participation as government Orders Lean Delegation
The Office of the President has issued a firm directive governing Ghana’s participation in the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The move, announced following President John Dramani Mahama’s recent Cabinet pronouncement on international travel and representation, is aimed at ensuring streamlined, cost-effective, and coherent national participation. According to the directive, no […]
Coalition of GaDangme Pressure Group commends Greater Accra Regional Minister for supporting ‘Oobakɛ’ agenda
By: Jacob Aggrey The Coalition of GaDangme Pressure Group and the GaDangme Tahulɔi Kpee have commended the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Akweley Ocloo, and the Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, for standing firm in support of GaDangme heritage in the ongoing debate over the use of the inscription “Oobakɛ” at the Kwame Nkrumah […]
Deputy Interior Minister calls for robust arms regulatory framework in Ghana
The Deputy Minister of the Interior, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, has underscored the need for a robust arms regulatory framework to combat the proliferation of small arms and light weapons in Ghana. Speaking at the High-Level Consultative Meeting on Small Arms and Light Weapons at Ada, the Deputy Minister highlighted the devastating consequences of small arms […]
Singapore, Ghana To Deepen Green And Agribusiness Partnership.
Ghana and Singapore on Wednesday,August 27, 2025 discussed cooperation in sustainable development and value-added agriculture, anchoring their talks around a pioneering carbon markets agreement and plans to scale agro-processing and jobs in Ghana. Speaking during bilateral talks with President John Dramani Mahama in Singapore, President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said, “the first Asian country to sign the […]
Education Minister highlights Ghana’s investment appeal at Africa Singapore Business Forum
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei Ghana’s Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has underscored Ghana’s role as a gateway to Africa’s investment opportunities during the Africa Singapore Business Forum (ASBF) held on Tuesday, August 27, 2025. The Minister joined His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama and other distinguished global leaders at the high-profile event, which serves […]
Daddy Lumba’s family formally notifies government of his passing
By Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The Parkoso Ekoɔna Ebusua and the Fosu Family of the late Ghanaian music legend, Charles Kwadwo Fosu, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, have paid a courtesy call on the Office of the Chief of Staff at the Presidency. The visit was to officially inform the government of the passing of […]
NSA’s Papao Farm to boost youth jobs under ‘Nkokɔ Nketenkete’ initiative
By: Benjamin Nii Nai Anyetei The National Service Authority’s (NSA) Papao Farm in Accra is opening new doors of opportunity for Ghana’s young people. As part of President John Dramani Mahama’s visionary ‘Nkokɔ Nketenkete’ initiative, the farm is designed to create dignified and sustainable jobs for the youth across the nation — transforming agriculture into […]
