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The Defence Headquarters has said that military assistance being provided by the United States government to Nigeria comes at no cost and does not in any way undermine the country’s sovereignty. On February 17, the DHQ confirmed the arrival of about 100 United States military personnel and associated equipment. A statement by the Director, Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Samaila Uba, said the deployment followed deliberations during a working group engagement between a Nigerian delegation and its United States counterpart. Speaking while addressing journalists during a briefing on ongoing military operations in Abuja on Friday, the Director, Defence Media Operations, Maj.…

Italian golfer Andrea Pavan has been seriously injured after falling multiple floors down an open lift shaft before this week’s South African Open. The accident occurred on Wednesday at Pavan’s private accommodation near Stellenbosch Golf Club; the lift doors opened but there was no lift car in the shaft, causing him to tumble three stories down. Pavan, 36, was rushed to a local hospital with significant injuries to his shoulder and back, including severe shoulder damage and fractures to several vertebrae. He has since undergone major surgery.The European Tour said Pavan had withdrawn from the tournament, which began on Thursday,…

The anti-doping workshop in Mombasa aims to strengthen accurate and responsible reporting to protect clean sport and integrity in Kenya. Reporting on anti-doping issues requires exceptional precision, and this subject is scientifically detailed, legally complex, and often carries significant reputational implications for athletes, federations, and institutions. In this environment, even a small error in reporting can have serious consequences, making accuracy not just important but very essential. PAY ATTENTION: Follow us on Google News, Stay informed with Latest Sport News Media’s Role in Protecting Integrity in Sport Speaking during the sixth Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK) media workshop held in…

How the MPs and political figures turned up for SONA As President John Dramani Mahama delivered his second State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament on Friday, February 27, 2026, the chamber was not only alive with political debate but also with striking visual statements through attire.In a powerful display of symbolism, Members of Parliament from the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) majority appeared predominantly in white clothing, ranging from tailored suits to traditional Ghanaian wear and even the now-popular Fugu smock.Touches of colour also punctuated the white outfits, including a notable red cap worn by MP John Dumelo…

It was to be expected that the Minority in Parliament would show up for the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in a typical, mostly predictive style. And with this practice not being anything new to this current Parliament, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) MPs did not disappoint. Uniformly robbed in all black attires and the same kente sashes, the Minority members, led by Minority Leader Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, staged what was a ‘parliamentary protest’ to the appearance of John Dramani Mahama in the House. But that was not out of a vacuum, because the president was in Parliament…

President John Dramani Mahama has appealed to health workers across the country to accept postings to underserved communities, describing it as a national call to duty. Delivering the 2026 State of the Nation Address in Parliament, President Mahama acknowledged improvements in Ghana’s health sector but stressed that more work remains to be done. “I appeal to our gallant health workers to accept postings to underserved areas. It is a national call to duty, while we work to ensure they have an enabling environment to carry out their responsibilities,” he stated. The President revealed that Ghana’s health workforce density has increased…

The writer   Alliances in West Africa are shifting, and Accra is watching the developments with caution. In recent years, military governments in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger have distanced themselves from established Western allies and welcomed Moscow. Russian trainers, equipment, and private military contractors with ties to the Kremlin have arrived, claiming to deliver rapid success in the battle against jihadist groups that have destabilised the Sahel for more than a decade. The objective was straightforward: to defeat the rebels, reclaim the land, and reestablish sovereignty. On the ground, however, progress has been inconsistent. Attacks continue throughout the Sahel,…

Daniel Laryea (L) receiving a citation   The Accra Academy Old Boys Association (AAOBA) in collaboration with the school has honoured one of its distinguished alumni, Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea, of the Bleoo 2006 year group, for his remarkable rise onto the global football stage in Refereeing. The ceremony, held on the school’s premises in Accra, brought together school authorities, old and current students and invited guests, all gathered to celebrate a journey that began in the classrooms and on the fields of Accra Academy. Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea’s path from a young student with big dreams to officiating on…

President John Dramani delivering the 2026 State of the Nation’s Address President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) is back in operation, describing the development as a major boost for Ghana’s energy sector.Speaking during the 2026 State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Friday, February 27, 2026, President Mahama stated that the refinery has resumed processing crude oil into petroleum products after years of inactivity.“I’m pleased to inform this august House that for the first time since 2018, the refinery has commenced processing of crude oil into petroleum products once more,” he said.For many…

President John Dramani Mahama   President John Dramani Mahama has announced that his government plans to bring legislation to Parliament to strengthen procurement procedures. The initiative will also bring a legislation which will require parliamentary approval before any government asset or property is leased or sold. President Mahama said move seeks to ban sole-source contracts except in exceptional cases. Speaking during the State of the Nation Address 2026, President Mahama stated, “We are bringing legislation to this house to tighten procurement processes by banning sole-sourcing contracts, except in exceptional cases. We will also bring legislation to this house to make…

The public anger over fast-running prepaid electricity meters that has gripped Ghana in recent months did not emerge from nowhere. A review of earlier reporting and regulatory records confirms that consumers were raising identical concerns as far back as November 2024, when the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) was already conducting audits of the newly installed smart meters amid a flood of overbilling complaints. That the regulator is again examining the same issue in early 2026 points to a pattern that neither a change in government nor a series of tariff reviews has managed to break. A Cycle That Keeps…

1 Residents of Lagos tuned in live yesterday, Thursday, 27th February 2026, as News Central aired a special interactive broadcast featuring the state’s Commissioner of Police, Moshood Jimoh, who addressed pressing security concerns and fielded questions from viewers and a panel of guests.The televised town-hall-style program, which was titled “Is the Police Your Friend?” aired on News Central’s A Place at The Table, with guests such as Kate Henshaw, Bright Jaja, Funke Treasure, Gbenga Ademujimi, and a retired Commissioner of Police, Fatai Owoseni. Viewers participated through phone calls, social media messages, and live studio prompts, raising issues ranging from neighborhood…

Month-end data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) shows that fuel price recoveries have sunk even further, lining motorists up for a bigger-than-expected hike next week. The latest data shows that petrol price recoveries have dropped even deeper into the red, now sitting between -18 cents per litre and -21 cents per litre. Diesel recoveries have also deteriorated since the middle of the month, now sitting between -62 cents per litre and -65 cents per litre. These underrecoveries point to all but guaranteed price hikes next week, when price changes come into effect on Wednesday, 4 March 2026. The Department…

Co-operative University of Kenya Chancellor Dr Benard William Chitunga has warned that Kenya’s proposed National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) could be depleted through political interference if it is placed under direct government control. In a governance paper on the Kenya National Infrastructure Fund, Dr Chitunga addressed growing public concerns over why the fund should be privately incorporated rather than run as a government department. He noted that debate has intensified across Kenya, with questions emerging about transparency, accountability, and what could be hidden within a corporate structure managing billions in infrastructure financing. Dr Chitunga explains that globally, sovereign and infrastructure funds…

Yaw Dabo and Oboy Siki   A defamation suit filed by Kumawood actor, Yaw Dabo, against his colleague, Oboy Siki, has been withdrawn after the two reached an out-of-court settlement. Yaw Dabo had sued Oboy Siki, also known as Dada Santo, seeking GH₵1 million in damages over alleged defamatory remarks. However, less than 48 hours after their first appearance at the High Court in Kumasi, Yaw Dabo agreed to discontinue the case following the intervention of the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene. In a video that surfaced after a meeting with the minister, both actors confirmed that they would…

President John Dramani delivering the 2026 State of the Nation’s Address President John Dramani Mahama has declared that Ghana’s economy is regaining stability and credibility.Delivering the 2026 State of the Nation Address on Friday, February 27, 2026, he gave the assurance that his government has taken sound policy measures that are producing positive results.Police vows to enforce court ban on ‘Stop Galamsey’ protest on SONA day“I promised then that just as I have confronted and overcome crises in the past, I will reset our economy and return us to a path of growth, progress and development.“Today, Mr Speaker, I can…

Former GFA Vice president, George Afriyie Former Vice President of the Ghana Football Association, George Afriyie, has firmly dismissed reports linking him to the Chief Executive Officer role at Asante Kotoko.Speculation had intensified in recent weeks that the experienced football administrator was being considered to lead the Ghana Premier League giants ahead of the 2026/27 season. But speaking on the matter, George Afriyie moved quickly to set the record straight.“No doubt, Asante Kotoko is a big club with a rich history but at the moment, I am not in the race to become the new CEO of the club,” he…

play videoJohn Dramani Mahama is Ghana’s President Over one million Ghanaian youth have secured sustainable employment within the first two quarters of 2025, reducing the high rate of youth unemployment in the country.This was disclosed by President John Dramani Mahama during the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament on Friday, February 27, 2026.The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS), on December 19, 2025, announced that employment in the country increased by about 333,000 between the first and third quarters of 2025.The Government Statistician, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu, disclosed that in the first three quarters of the year, more than 15…

Burned homes sit days after an attack in the village of Woro, Nigeria, Feb. 5, 2026 A Nigerian defendant who suffered a stroke appeared in court Thursday as his lawyer sought bail on compassionate grounds, in a case unfolding against the backdrop of high-level US-Nigeria talks over Washington’s designation of the country for religious freedom violations.Defence lawyer Ibrahim Angulu filed two applications: challenging duplicate counts and seeking bail for the first defendant.”As you can see, the first defendant has suffered a stroke. So, on compassionate grounds, we are asking the court to allow him to be treated in a hospital…

The recurring phenomenon popularly described as “No Bed Syndrome” continues to expose fundamental weaknesses in Ghana’s hospital system. It refers to the inability of a patient to obtain prompt hospital admission or emergency care because health facilities report no capacity. While the problem has existed for many years as a structural health-system challenge—driven by shortages of beds, overcrowding, referral inefficiencies, and weak emergency coordination—the term gained national prominence around 2017–2018 following tragic reports of patients dying after being referred from hospital to hospital. Since then, periodic incidents have reignited public concern, reinforcing the reality that access to emergency care remains…

GAF, Defence Press Corp in a group photograph   FORMER DIRECTOR General of the Department of Public Relations (DPR) of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), Brigadier General Eric Aggrey-Quashie (rtd), has urged journalists to be mindful of their reporting on matters relating to national security and operationalisation of the military, as it has the tendency of causing tension in the country. Speaking during a media engagement with members of the Defence Press Corp, Brig. Gen. Aggrey-Quashie (rtd) called on journalists to develop security culture in their line of reporting, indicating, “Being aware of how you use words and actions in reporting…

play videoJohn Dramani Mahama is Ghana’s President President John Dramani Mahama has described Ghana’s first triple credit rating upgrade in 2025 as a strong signal that the country’s economic credibility is being restored.According to him, the upgrade announced by international rating agencies reflects renewed investor confidence in Ghana’s fiscal consolidation measures, debt restructuring, and broader economic reforms.Delivering the State of the Nation Address in Parliament on Friday, February 27, 2026, President Mahama noted that this marks a significant step in the country’s ongoing economic recovery and reset agenda.“We completed the US$1.4 billion in debt service that was scheduled for 2025.…

  The incidence of physical assaults on teachers by their students is on the rise across the country. It is a trend which calls for a national conversation and action lest it destroys the fabric of learning in the school system. The statistics of the incidence of the aberration is growing by the day. For now, the aberrations only make media headlines without accompanying redressing action from stakeholders. Until recently, perhaps with the advent of smart phones and the Gen Z age, such incidents were isolated, even unheard of. Today, the internet is awash with reported cases of students beating…

By Priscilla Osaje Mr Chuks Akamadu, Chief Executive Officer, Nigeria Entertainment and Economic Roundtable, says the roundtable is designed to create strategies for accelerating Nigeria’s economic diversification as a pathway to strengthening national security. Akamadu, in a statement issued in Abuja on Thursday, said Sen. George Akume, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), some ministers and other political office holders would play prominent roles at the upcoming 3rd roundtable. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the roundtable was scheduled to hold in Abuja on April 14, 2026. Akamadu said this year’s theme “Harnessing Tourism, Culture…

Entertainment Olumide Oworu Quick Read Although the actor contested for the position of House of Assembly member during the 2023 elections, he lost to Desmond Elliott…. Nollywood actor, Olumide Oworu has opened up on the reasons behind his interest in politics in Nigeria. The 31-year-old, while speaking with Naija FM, explained that he aspires to be a policy maker, to make a change in policy making in the country. Olumide stressed that the poor policymaking of the present crops of politicians were affecting him and millions of Nigerians, noting the need for an intervention. “I decided to join politics because…

Italian golfer Andrea Pavan has suffered serious injuries after falling down an elevator shaft.Pavan, 36, was in Cape Town for the Investec South African Open, which began on February 26, when he suffered the freak accident at his private accommodation on Wednesday.Pavan called for the elevator but failed to notice, when the doors opened, that there was no elevator car waiting to collect him. He fell down three floors and was taken to the hospital for treatment on his injuries.The incident was first reported by Ryan French, a golf journalist who runs the Monday Q Info account on X. The…

Home » Bahrain Travel News » China Joins United Kingdom, Bahrain, Morocco, Kenya, Egypt, And More In Contributing To South Africa’s Record-Breaking Eleven Percent Increase In Tourism Arrivals, Setting New Trends In January 2026 Published on February 27, 2026 Image generated with AiChina Joins United Kingdom, Bahrain, Morocco, Kenya, Egypt, and More in Contributing to South Africa’s Record-Breaking Eleven Percent Increase in Tourism Arrivals, Setting New Trends in January 2026 as the country experiences a surge in international visitors, driven by improved connectivity, strategic partnerships, and growing global demand for unique travel experiences. The combination of key markets like China…

Ghanaian dancehall musician, Stonebwoy Ghanaian dancehall musician Stonebwoy has recounted how he mentally prepared ahead of the 2025 edition of the BHIM Concert, despite the controversies surrounding the event. Speaking in an interview on Starr FM on February 26, 2026, Stonebwoy revealed that he deliberately avoided social media and other distractions hours before mounting the stage.“I really remember that before the controversies were really running, two or three hours before I hit the stage, we were announcing that I would be on stage by 10 p.m.,” he said.According to Stonebwoy, around 8 p.m., while spending time with his wife, some…

play videoJohn Dramani Mahama is the President of Ghana President John Dramani Mahama is set to present the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) in Parliament on Friday, February 27, 2026.He will deliver the address in accordance with the constitutional requirement under Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates the president to appear before Parliament at the beginning of each session to report on the state of the nation.The president is expected to provide a comprehensive overview of the country’s current situation, evaluating progress made so far and outlining the government’s key priorities and major policy directions for…

Chelsea recorded a pre-tax loss of £355m for 2024-25, according to financial figures released by Uefa.It is the highest annual loss ever made by an English football club, and the second highest in European history, following the £484m Barcelona lost in 2021.So what is the detail behind the numbers?Chelsea bring in less money than other wealthy PL clubsThe report doesn’t break down the loss into its component parts, but there are clues.Uefa’s figures show Chelsea’s overall revenue was significantly lower than some of their Premier League rivals.The Blues brought in £511m, compared to £746m for Manchester City and £744m for…

Prodigy Finance And Novagrad Announce $ Grants Prodigy Finance has launched its first scholarship round of 2026 targeting African students, offering up to $2,500 each to 10 recipients alongside application fee reimbursements of up to $200 for a further 100 students, all delivered through NovaGrad, the company’s new artificial intelligence (AI)-powered study-abroad planning platform. The programme, announced in February 2026 under the banner of Prodigy Finance’s new Next Chapter initiative, marks a deliberate shift in how the United Kingdom-based education finance company approaches scholarship delivery. Rather than issuing standalone awards, Prodigy Finance has embedded this round entirely within NovaGrad, an…

Some of the rescued fishermen   Unknown armed men have attacked fishermen while at sea near Senya Bereku in the Awutu Senya West District of the Central Region. Reports indicate that the pirates fired multiple warning shots before holding the fishermen at gunpoint and making away with seven outboard motors, generators and other valuables. The reports had it that the fishermen had set out in the early hours of yesterday for their usual fishing expedition. While returning to shore, they were allegedly ambushed by the armed attackers who were using a black boat. The incident, left more than 50 fishermen…

Bishop Dr Samuel Nii-Noi Mensah — Immediate Past Presiding Bishop, Full Gospel Church International Benjamin Xornam Glover Politics Feb – 27 – 2026 , 09:57 2 minutes read The immediate past Presiding Bishop of the Full Gospel Church International (FGCI), Dr Samuel Nii-Noi Mensah, has described the renaming of Kotoka International Airport to the Accra International Airport as a significant step towards strengthening Ghana’s democratic values and national identity. Speaking in an interview with the Daily Graphic, Bishop Mensah said removing the name “Kotoka” from Ghana’s main international gateway was long overdue, as it symbolised military intervention in Ghana’s political…

1 Tor Vande-Acka Angus Fraser College, situated in Makurdi, the Benue State capital and named after the longest serving foreign principal in the state has declared the desire of the school to upholding international education standard that is world class. While it also stressed its commitment to offering world class, quality, and technology driven education, it stated that it was also committed to creating a safe, innovative and supportive academic environment for students. Principal of the institution, Emmanuel Awua, disclosed this while conducting newsmen and media executives in the state round the institution, that is named after Angus Frazier, the…

The January 27 contracting document exclusively sighted by Reuters outlines plans to ramp up admissions from South Africa and reveals that the U.S. government is installing trailers on embassy property in Pretoria to support expanded refugee processing operations. The move signals a significant acceleration of the program, even as refugee applications from other regions have been sharply curtailed. Trump has said the U.S. would admit only 7,500 total refugees worldwide in fiscal year 2026. However, the 4,500-per-month target for white South Africans alone would far exceed that annual ceiling if fully implemented. Internal discussions last year reportedly considered a broader…

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Son of late highlife icon Dada KD, Jim Pee Son of late highlife icon Dada KD, Jim Pee, has opened up about his father’s spiritual beliefs, clarifying that although the musician questioned certain biblical narratives, he never doubted the existence of God.Speaking on Angel FM in Kumasi monitored by MyNewsGh.com, Jim Pee, born Gyimah Peterson, addressed public perceptions about his father’s faith, insisting that the highlife legend remained spiritually grounded throughout his life.Providing context about their upbringing, he stated firmly, “We were born Christian. My father never said he did not believe in God.”According to him, Dada KD’s music itself…

GhanaWeb is set to take a bold step into the future of digital broadcasting with the commencement of an open test transmission for GhanaWeb TV beginning March 1, 2026. The one-month test run marks a significant milestone in the platform’s expansion from a leading online news portal into a dynamic audiovisual content hub.Designed as a soft launch, the test transmission will allow audiences to experience GhanaWeb TV’s programming lineup while engineers fine-tune technical operations and viewer interface systems.GhanaWeb-exposes-the-dark-side-of-Kayamata-ruining-lives-2022208″>FULL DOCUMENTARY: GhanaWeb exposes the ‘dark side of Kayamata’ ruining livesSeamless Access on AndroidAs part of the initial rollout, viewers can easily access…

play videoJonathan Sowah plays for Simba SC in Tanzania African football journalist, Mickey Junior has reported that Ghanaian footballer Jonathan Sowah is at risk of being expelled from Simba SC over bribery allegations.According to him, the chairman of Simba SC accused Sowah of accepting bribes from his former club, Singida Black Stars, to deliberately underperform against them.The journalist noted that the chairman was angered by Sowah’s poor performances against Young Africans and Singida, which he believes negatively affected Simba’s results.’We need our best players to stay fit ahead of 2026 World Cup’ – John PaintsilIn an interview with Angel FM,…

Samson Awingobit is the Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana Samson Asaki Awingobit, the Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG), has urged importers to reduce prices to reflect recent economic improvements. In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, he described it as unpatriotic for importers to keep prices high despite the appreciation of the cedi against major trading currencies and improved business conditions. “There has been predictability and relative ease of doing business. Importers must be reasonable and reduce their prices,” he said, appealing to them to act in the…

Seventy-one fishers, who were attacked by robbers at sea last Wednesday, have been rescued and returned home safely. The robbers, who reportedly were speaking pidgin English, ordered the fishermen to hand over their outboard motors and generators, mobile phones and cash. They got away with seven outboard motors, five generators, mobile phones, cash and fuel. The Central Regional Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Emmanuel Dawood Mensah, briefing the media after the rescue operation yesterday, stated that the fishermen were on seven canoes, one from Tema, two from Chorkor, both in the Greater Accra Region, and four from…

By Alberta Asanewa Dwirah and Angela Adu-Asomaning A joint Ghana–Germany initiative is strengthening biomedical engineering training in the country by equipping students at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and the University of Ghana with modern laboratory facilities and industry-relevant skills. The intervention, aimed at closing the gap between education, research, and industry, is being delivered under the Upskilling Biomedical Engineers for Ghana project. It is a development partnership with the private sector involving medical technology and diagnostic firms B. Braun, Delft Imaging, Dräger, Sysmex Europe, and the adaptive learning platform Area9 Lyceum. The project is implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft…

BUA Group is stepping up its international engagement strategy as it positions Nigeria’s agro-industrial capacity on the global stage, leveraging its prominent participation at the 62nd edition of the Paris International Agricultural Show to advance trade, manufacturing credibility and regional competitiveness. For the diversified conglomerate, the Paris outing was not merely ceremonial. By participating as a premium sponsor and backing the Nigeria Pavilion, BUA signalled a deliberate push to expand its commercial footprint beyond domestic borders at a time when global food supply chains are undergoing structural realignment. The annual exhibition, held at Porte de Versailles in France from February…

Cell C Business is applying the same reliability, simplicity and human‑support principles to SOHOs, large multi‑site businesses and sector‑specific operations that require consistent uptime. Cell C  today announced a bold new strategy to support South Africa’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The strengthened SME connectivity strategy follows extensive research into South Africa’s small and medium enterprise landscape. The study, conducted with research house Kantar, confirms that connectivity now underpins core business operations. The study reveals that SMEs – who form the backbone of South Africa’s economy – are facing rising pressure as connectivity directly impacts their ability to operate, serve…

NAIROBI – Kenya’s ‌government said on Thursday that it ​would buy back roughly $415 ​million of two Eurobonds ​maturing in 2028 and 2032, announcing the ⁠results of a tender offer it launched last week. The bond ​buyback ‌operation is part ⁠of ⁠efforts by East Africa’s biggest economy ​to ease ‌debt payment ⁠pressures. It had offered to buy back up to $500 million of the 2028 and 2032 bonds. Kenya’s government said in a notice on ‌the London Stock Exchange on Thursday ⁠that the settlement ​date for the notes accepted for purchase would ​be ‌March 3.  

IShowSpeed is a popular American streamer and YouTuber Popular American YouTuber and livestreamer IShowSpeed has expressed a desire to bring Portuguese football legend Cristiano Ronaldo to Ghana.Speaking during one of his recent livestream sessions, the internet sensation said he believes Ghana would be a great destination to showcase to the five-time Ballon d’Or winner.”I probably want to take Ronaldo to Ghana. I want him to experience the shea butter museum,” he said.According to IShowSpeed, Ghana offers unique cultural and historical experiences that would make the trip memorable.IShowSpeed confirms return to Ghana after President Mahama’s ‘shoutout’ “If you go south from…

Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt has hit back at Dr Kwame Nkrumah’s critics, describing their false narratives as a shallow reading of Ghana’s political history.Speaking on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana monitored by MyNewsGh, Pratt argued that the decision to adopt a one-party state under Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah has been repeatedly misrepresented.”There was a referendum,” he stressed. “The people of Ghana overwhelmingly voted for the one-party state. It was not a decision that Nkrumah made by himself.”For Pratt, the idea that Nkrumah woke up and declared himself the supreme ruler is inaccurate. He insists the move…

The Black Stars will feature in the 2026 FIFA World Cup The Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has announced that the Black Stars have proposed a budget of over $13 million for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be hosted in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.It was disclosed that the team intends to spend about $1,230,465 on pre-tournament camping, which includes friendly matches and preparations at their training base ahead of the competition.Approximately $6,284,000 is expected to be spent during the group stage, where Ghana will play three matches against England, Croatia, and Panama in a…

Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah is the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has declared that government, through the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC), will successfully develop the project to create sustainable employment opportunities for the youth of Jomoro and strengthen Ghana’s energy security.Addressing a delegation from the PHDC led by its Chief Executive Officer, Dr Toni Aubynn on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah stated that since assuming office, the government has demonstrated commitment and provided a clear roadmap for constructing the petroleum hub. According to him, the project remains…

The Director-General of the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA), Professor Samuel Bekoe, has declared that Ghana’s education system is no longer preparing learners for a stable world but for one defined by rapid disruption, artificial intelligence and automation.Speaking at the 5th Edition of the Annual Impact Roundtable Discussion (AIRTAD) and Robotics Competition 2026 on February 26, 2026, Professor Bekoe said the theme for this year, “Shaping Tomorrow’s Workforce Through Education and Innovation” sits at the very heart of NaCCA’s mandate.“We are no longer preparing learners for a world that stays still; we are preparing them for a world…