“Sports development is key” – Hon. James Gunu, Volta Regional Minister
By Tilda Acorlor The Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu has recognized the important role sports development plays in empowering young people of the Volta Region. Hon. Gunu believes that investing in sports development can unlock the full potential of local talent, providing a platform for them to be marketed. “Sports development is key. I […]
Sam Okudzeto questions why petition for CJ’s removal is publicised
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH A former Member of the Council of State, Mr. Sam Okudzeto, has questioned the rationale behind making public a petition seeking the removal of the Chief Justice (CJ), Mrs. Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo. The former Member of the Council of State’s question concerns the Minister for Government Communications, Mr. Felix Kwakye […]
Chief Justice requests for petitions seeking her removal from office
The Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, has officially written to President John Dramani Mahama requesting copies of the petitions calling for her removal from office. In a letter addressed to both the President and members of the Council of State on Thursday, March 27, 2025, Justice Torkornoo asked for a seven-day […]
Parliament scraps E-Levy, awaits President’s assent
By Seli Baisie Parliament has passed a bill to abolish the controversial Electronic Transactions Levy (E-Levy) on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. The bill now awaits the assent of President John Dramani Mahama. The decision to scrap the tax has been widely welcomed by many Ghanaians. The E-Levy was introduced in 2022 by the previous NPP […]
Gender Minister pushes for swift implementation of affirmative action act
By: Rejoice Henrietta Otoo Arthur Ghana’s Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has urged the government to act fast in implementing the Affirmative Action Act. She believes this will speed up progress toward gender equality in the country. Speaking at Amnesty International Ghana’s Intergenerational Dialogue in Accra on March […]
Brigadier General Glover Ashong Annan appointed Commissioner of Customs
By Deborah Pofara Luu President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Brigadier General Glover Ashong Annan as the Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). The appointment, which was announced in a statement on Sunday, March 23, 2025, tasked Brig. Gen. Annan with restructuring the Customs Division and helping the GRA meet […]
Government will not interfere in management of universities – Education Minister
The Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has emphasized the government’s commitment to granting the management and councils of public universities the autonomy to operate independently. He highlighted that the government values academic freedom highly and views any external interference in university affairs as a threat to this freedom. The Minister made this statement in […]
Ghana Launches ‘Tree for Life’ Initiative to Combat Environmental Degradation
By Sarah Baafi On March 21, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama officially launched the groundbreaking ‘Tree for Life’ initiative, a national afforestation program aimed at planting seven million trees to restore degraded lands and combat climate change. Speaking at the launch in the Ashanti Region, President Mahama emphasized the program’s focus on sustainability. “This is […]
Ghana marks first La Francophonie day as full member, pledges stronger ties with Francophone nations
By Hannah Dadzie Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with Francophone nations, saying the country’s full membership with Francophonie marks a new era of diplomacy, economic cooperation, and cultural integration. Speaking at the flag-raising ceremony to commemorate the 55th anniversary of the International Organization of La Francophonie […]
UEW: PWD students hail free tertiary education but call for additional support
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu and Clara Sanusi Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) face unique challenges in life, often requiring extra support to access opportunities. As part of efforts to promote inclusivity, Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to provide free tertiary education for PWDs. To understand the perspectives of those directly affected by this policy, […]
Government launches Blue Water Guards Initiative
By Felix Cofie The government, through the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, has launched the Blue Water River Guard training program, an innovative module under the Blue Water Initiative, which will equip 2,000 Ghanaian youth with the skills and knowledge necessary to safeguard Ghana’s river bodies effectively. The first phase of the project will […]
Dr. Sandaare appeals for urgent reconstruction of Wa-Bole-Techiman Road
By Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Member of Parliament (MP) for the Daffiama-Bussie-Issa Constituency in the Upper West Region, Dr. Sebastian N. Sandaare, has made a passionate appeal to President John Dramani Mahama, through the Minister responsible for Roads and Highways, to urgently rehabilitate and reconstruct the Wa-Bole-Techiman Road. According to him, the Wa-Bole-Techiman Road, which forms […]
Former IGP Dampare expresses gratitude following replacement
By: Roberta Gayode Modin Former Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare has expressed his gratitude to Ghanaians following his replacement, acknowledging the widespread support and goodwill he has received. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by his Executive Assistant, Nana Osei Afrifa, Dr. Dampare expressed his gratitude to Ghanaians for their […]
Foreign Minister urges diplomats to prioritise Ghanaians abroad
By Sarah Baafi The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called on Ghana’s envoys to make the well-being of Ghanaians living abroad a top priority. Addressing the nation’s 71 Ambassadors, High Commissioners, Heads of Missions, and Consul-Generals in a virtual meeting on March 13, 2025, Okudzeto Ablakwa stressed the need for greater responsiveness […]
