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The Police Command in Cross River has confirmed an attack on St. Mary’s Catholic Church at Katchuan Iruan in Boki Local Government Area of Cross River. The spokesman of the command, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, said the attack, carried out by suspected arsonists, occurred around 3 a.m. on Thursday. He said fire destroyed all church records kept in the sacristy, while the attackers also set ablaze the priest’s Lexus 350 Jeep and a Toyota Corolla parked within the church premises. “No suspect has been identified at this time. Efforts are ongoing to ascertain those responsible for this unfortunate criminal act. “Should…
Nana Kwadwo Agyei Yeboah, popularly known as Nana Kay Nana Kwadwo Agyei Yeboah, popularly known as Nana Kay, an aspiring National Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called for an immediate investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) into the activities of the Chief Executive Officer and executives of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR).Speaking during a live interview on Accra-based Kessben FM, Nana Kay expressed concern over what he described as a lack of transparency in the management of oil supplies in Ghana.He accused President John Dramani Mahama and TOR executives of failing to provide clear…
Ghana Institution of Surveyors welcomes 277 new members at 21st Surveyors’ Week AGM Managing Director of Petra Trust Company Ltd, Kofi Fynn, has said billions of cedis in pension and insurance funds are available for investment in Ghana’s housing and infrastructure sectors, but warned that unlocking the capital depends on credible and well-coordinated land and real estate systems.Speaking at the 21st Week celebration and 57th Annual General Meeting of the Ghana Institution of Surveyors in Tema, Fynn stressed that institutional investors are prepared to finance large-scale development projects if professional standards within the land and property sector inspire confidence.According to…
A soldier who was shot during an anti-illegal mining operation in Dormaa Central in January has fully recovered and is preparing to return to duty, the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has announced. In a statement issued on Thursday, February 26, NAIMOS said Lance Corporal Morris Addae, a member of its task force, was shot in the thigh while on an operation to clamp down on illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey. The incident occurred on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, when unknown assailants opened fire on the task force during an operation along the Subinkrom–Kyeremasu stretch in the…
South African businesses are investing heavily in cybersecurity technology – detection tools are becoming more sophisticated, monitoring is more advanced and response capabilities are faster. Yet most breaches still begin with human error. Charmé van der Westhuizen, New Business Development Manager at IPT gives her view on why the real problem across the region is how cybersecurity is approached, not the technology used. Charmé van der Westhuizen, New Business Development Manager at IPT For many businesses, cybersecurity awareness remains a compliance activity rather than a risk discipline. Training is scheduled annually, attendance is recorded and certificates are issued. From a…
Kenyans can now send and receive money across Africa instantly in the local currency. A new partnership between PesaLink and Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS) means local banks and mobile money services can facilitate round-the-clock cross-border payments using the Kenyan Shilling. This partnership integrates over 80 Kenyan financial institutions, spanning banks, SACCOs, and various payment service providers that are part of the Pesalink network. They will be able to work with over 160 banks and fintechs across Africa that are part of PAPSS. Making up a network of over 240 financial institutions, the partnership removes the delays and high…
By Adesina WahabEntrepreneur and automotive services boss, Ajilore Obafemi Samuel, has said Nigeria holds enormous business opportunities that can be fully unlocked if the government creates a more enabling and stable environment for investors and local entrepreneurs. Samuel, founder of DGW and its logistics arm, Errand Boy, noted that beyond the challenges often highlighted in the economy, Nigeria remains a fertile ground for innovation, enterprise and expansion. “Nigeria is full of opportunities,” he said. “If the government creates the right business environment — stable policies, improved infrastructure and supportive regulations — you will see massive growth across different sectors.” According…
JICA convened a homecoming presentation session in Accra The Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) successfully convened a homecoming presentation session in Accra at the Erata Hotel for Ghanaian government officials who studied in Japan under the Project for Human Resource Development Scholarship (JDS). JICA also organized a seminar titled “Japan’s Diplomacy toward Africa and the Current State of Japanese Corporate Investment,” delivered by Professor SHIRATO Keiichi of Ritsumeikan University as part of its ongoing efforts to deepen Japan–Ghana cooperation. A Decade of Investing in Ghana’s Human CapitalFunded by the Government of Japan, the JDS program supports promising young Ghanaian civil…
The Ghanaian Society of Cardiology is alarmed over the continuous rise in the cases of heart failure reported at various health facilities across the country. Latest statistics from studies conducted by the society show that eight out of 10 cardiac hospitalisation cases recorded at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi were attributable to heart failure. The alarming spate of the heart condition, primarily driven by hypertension, is a result of the lack of diagnostic tools, a 1 million patients to 1 doctor ratio, and the late reporting of cases to hospitals. Heart failure remains one of the most pressing…
The Director of Gym School and Educational Consultancy, Mr Enoch Mensah, has launched a public appeal for teachers in Ghana to be supported to enjoy an educational and relaxation tour outside Ghana, arguing that teachers also deserve a vacation outside the country after years of dedicated service.According to Mr Mensah, his work as an educational consultant has taken him across the country, where he has encountered teachers who “dedicate themselves and sacrifice both their time and money to support children in their various schools”. He said many of these teachers go beyond their official duties to ensure that learners succeed,…
Ghanaian gospel sensation Gina Doe Ghanaian gospel sensation Gina Doe is back with a brand-new anthem that has the African community in Europe dancing in the aisles.The Belgium-based songstress, known for hits like “Oye” and “Ye Dan Wo,” has released her latest single, “The Hand of God,” and it has been making waves since its December 29, 2025, release.The powerful track is more than just a song, it is a testimony of Gina’s personal journey from financial struggle to faith-filled triumph. “I trusted that the Hand of God would come through for me,” she shares, as she now extends that…
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Kissi Agyebeng is the Special Prosecutor The legal battle over the controversial Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) contract has taken another step forward, as the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, filed two witness statements in court in the case involving former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, and several others.The accused persons are facing 75 counts, including allegedly causing financial loss of more than GH¢1.4 billion to the state in connection with the SML revenue assurance contract.When the case was called at the Criminal Division of the Accra High Court on February 26, the Special Prosecutor informed the court that efforts were ongoing…
1 Members of the Obidient Movement in Oyo State are set to convene a general meeting aimed at strengthening the African Democratic Congress (ADC) in the state. The meeting, organised in collaboration with the Obidient Diaspora tagged: “Making ADC a householdparty in OyoState,” will take place at the ADC State Secretariat, Veterinary Mokola, Ibadan, on Saturday February, 28 at 10 am prompt The Chairman of the ADC in Oyo state, Alhaji Yinka Olona is expected to be among notable speakers at the meeting which will be graced by other party executives and working committee members. Organisers said the gathering will…
play videoMinistry of Foreign Affairs says DVLA services are not available abroad The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has refuted viral reports that Ghanaian nationals living abroad can now register or renew their driving licenses through staff of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) in countries such as the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, The Netherlands and GermanyIn a statement issued on Wednesday, February 26, 2026, the ministry clarified that no directive has been issued to Ghana’s diplomatic missions abroad regarding such services. “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to state categorically that it has neither issued a directive to…
The Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), in collaboration with the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE), has held a regional forum on the Draft Model Bill on Political Financing in Ghana, in Wa, Upper West Region.The forum, held on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, aimed to promote public understanding of the proposed legislation and solicit the feedback of citizens to enhance the draft bill.The Draft Model Political Financing Bill, developed by the CDD-Ghana, aims to address the growing influence of money in the electoral and political processes of Ghana.Speaking at the opening of the forum, Upper West Regional Director of…
By Jibril Abdul Mumuni, GNA Accra, Feb. 26, GNA – The Melcom Care Foundation on Wednesday presented assorted food items, valued at GH₵500,000, to the Office of the National Chief Imam to support Muslims during this year’s Ramadan. The gesture forms part of the Foundation’s annual social support initiative for the Muslim community, aimed at easing the burden on less-resourced households during the month-long fast. The items included bags of rice, cooking oil, chicken sausages, non‑alcoholic wine, and cheese. The Foundation announced that 1,000 packs of iftar meals would be delivered to the Chief Imam’s residence later in the evening for distribution to the public. Members of the delegation included Madam Sonya Sadhwani, Executive Director, Melcom Group of Companies. Mr Joseph Kpormegbey, the Public Relations Officer of Melcom, said the organisation remained committed to supporting religious…
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The Ghana Armed Forces has successfully rescued dozens of stranded Ghanaian fishermen who were attacked by suspected sea robbers off the coast of the Central Region.In a press release dated February 26, 2026, the military said it had “concluded its search and rescue operations, which started at dawn today to locate distressed Ghanaian fishermen at sea, approximately 35 nautical miles off the coast of Gomoa Nyanyano/Senya Bereku in the Central Region.”According to the statement, the fishermen were left stranded after being robbed of their outboard motors and personal belongings.“The fishermen got stranded after they were attacked by robbers who took…
The Nigeria Archery Federation (NAFED) has appointed renowned archer and founder of Zen Archery, Emmanuel Oyeleke, as its new Director of Marketing. The appointment was approved by the President of the federation, Abdullahi Mohammed, and conveyed in a letter signed by the Secretary General, Philip Ayo. Mr Oyeleke, who currently serves as Vice Chairman of the Lagos State Archery Association, is among several individuals handed strategic roles aimed at strengthening the development of archery in Nigeria. Nigeria’s flag now flying at international tournaments (PHOTO CREDIT: Zen Archery) Mr Oyeleke is widely regarded as one of the leading figures in the…
Willy Ngoma, the spokesperson for the M23 movement killed by a drone strike on February 24, 2026 Sources have told various press agencies that the drone strike near the Rubaya mining site on 24 February that killed M23 military spokesperson Willy Ngoma also killed nine other people. It however missed the movement’s military commander.On 24 February, the Congolese armed forces conducted a drone strike on the strategic mining hub of Rubaya, in the country’s east. The target: the M23/AFC rebel movement.While the strike killed M23 military spokesperson Willy Ngoma, the movement’s military commander escaped unharmed.Sources have now revealed that at…
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CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — A toxic algae bloom known as a red tide is causing the mass deaths of crayfish and other ocean life on parts of South Africa’s west coast. The environment ministry warned people on Thursday against collecting and eating the crayfish, which could be toxic, and police were deployed on some beaches. A red tide occurs when colonies of algae in the ocean grow out of control, according to the U.S. government’s National Ocean Service. The algae give the seawater a distinct reddish tinge, and produce toxins that kill fish and shellfish. It’s a reasonably…
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John Paintsil is the Black Stars assistant coach Black Stars assistant coach John Paintsil has underscored the importance of having a fully fit squad ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, warning that injuries to key players could derail the country’s ambitions.With fewer than four months to the start of the tournament, concerns remain over the fitness of several first-team regulars.Mohammed Kudus is currently sidelined with an injury, while Francis Abu and Mohammed Salisu are also expected to miss the global showpiece.However, Abdul Mumin has recently returned to full fitness after a lengthy spell out.Head coach Otto Addo is set…
Ghana could earn GHC47.9b annually by 2032 through investment in waste management – ISSER 3News
The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) Beyond the statutory mandate of contributing revenue to the consolidated funds, the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has unveiled a six blocks of class rooms at Alhassan Primary School in Maigatari, Jigawa state. The customs intervention which include reconstruction, rehabilitation of dilapidated classrooms, construction of solar borehold, and provisions of education materials to the pupils were part of its Corporate Social Responsibility CSO to external publics. Unveiling the facilities at the border town between Nigeria and Niger on Thursday, Comptroller General of Customs, Bashir Adewale Adeniyi explained the initiative was burned out of share compassion to…
Ghana is losing more than GH₵6.2 billion each year to diseases linked to poor waste management and sanitation, according to a new study by the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research at the University of Ghana. The findings were unveiled at a high-level stakeholder engagement in Accra on Thursday, February 26, 2026, where policymakers, Members of Parliament, local government officials, development partners and private sector actors examined the economic implications of the country’s sanitation challenges. The study, led by Prof. Peter Quartey and Dr. Kwame Adjei-Mantey, is titled “An Economic Analysis of the Benefits of Adequate Investment in Waste…
The Africa Prosperity Network (APN) has unveiled a bold 12-point Action Compact calling for the urgent implementation of Africa’s long-standing integration agenda, including visa-free travel across all African Union (AU) member states. The Compact was adopted at the 2026 edition of the Africa Prosperity Dialogues, held from February 4 to 6 at the Accra International Conference Centre, under the theme: “Empowering SMEs, Women and Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade.” Described as a “People’s Compact,” the document reflects the collective position of 6,530 participants who travelled to Accra from 51 African countries and 40 others across the world.…
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Kenya Barris pointed to Eddie Murphy’s 1980s stand-up specials when trying to describe the delicate balance between gleefully explicit comedy and the need to rein it in for a wider audience. His new scripted podcast for Audible, Big Age, is a comedy centered on a retirement community starring Jenifer Lewis, Cedric the Entertainer and Niecy Nash-Betts. “In audio, you definitely have more freedom” than film and TV, the Black-ish creator and Girls Trip screenwriter said. “I can cut things because you’re not seeing them. … And the story can still last.” Lewis, though, is “as blue as they come” in…
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Former Black Stars assistant coach Maxwell Konadu and Mas-Ud Didi Dramani Former Black Stars assistant coach Maxwell Konadu has broken his silence on being bypassed for the Accra Hearts of Oak top job, throwing his full support behind the club’s eventual choice, Mas-Ud Didi Dramani.Despite extensive negotiations that reportedly saw Konadu reach an ‘agreement in principle’ with the Phobians in mid-2025, the club ultimately pivoted to appoint Dramani on a two-year contract.Speaking on the decision, Konadu emphasised professional respect over personal disappointment.Konadu, who was heavily linked to the role following the departure of Aboubakar Ouattara, described Dramani as an elite…
Family members of Kenyans who joined the Russian army in Ukraine hold photos of their loved ones Police in Kenya have arrested a man accused of tricking Kenyans into fighting in Ukraine under the promise of skilled work in Russia. Festus Omwamba was caught in the northern town of Moyale and charged in Nairobi with trafficking 25 Kenyans last year. Authorities say he tried to flee after returning from Russia.Omwamba was identified by recruits who spoke to The Associated Press, after families began demanding answers about missing relatives sent to the front lines. The Kenyan government says over 1,000 Kenyans…
Health sector stakeholders raise alarm over rising burden of heart failure in Ghana 3News
In line with the successful completion of the Chevron to Admiralty Way stretch on the Lagos-bound carriageway, the Lagos State government on Thursday released a comprehensive 64-day traffic management plan to facilitate rehabilitation works on the Epe-bound carriageway of the Lekki–Ajah Expressway. As part of the traffic management strategy, the Epe-bound carriageway will be closed from Admiralty Way Junction to Jubilee Bridge, Ajah. This measure will enable uninterrupted construction work from intersection to intersection. As a result, vehicular traffic will be diverted to the Lagos-bound carriageway, with preference during peak periods. During the morning peak between 5 am and 10…
Dzifa Gomashie is the Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has stated that her ministry does not receive sufficient funding from the government.However, she said President John Dramani Mahama is still commited to supporting the creative and cultural industries.Speaking on ChannelOne TV with Umaru Sanda Amadu on February 25, 2026, Gomashie was asked whether the ministry gets “enough money” to carry out its mandates. She responded in the negative, saying the shortfall is due to limited national resources.“There isn’t enough to give us. I think I’ll concede that…
Six students of the Islamic Senior High School have been arrested after the ongoing Ashanti Regional Super Zonals turned chaotic at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium.On Wednesday, February 25, 2026, during the track and field events, a group of students from Islamic Senior High School allegedly began throwing stones at rivals from Kumasi High School. The sudden violence sparked panic in the stands. The police, supported by plainclothes national security officers, acted swiftly and arrested six Islamic SHS students to prevent the situation from spiraling out of control.Chief Coordinator and PRO of the Ashanti Regional Sports Federation, Samuel Otto, confirmed…
Elisha Owusu shows off skills ass he dribbles past México’s defense Ghana midfielder Elisha Owusu has set his sights on a deep run at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the team is heading to the tournament with ambition rather than mere participation in mind.The Black Stars, four-time African champions, will make their fifth appearance at the global showpiece, which will be jointly staged by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Having suffered group-stage eliminations at the 2014 and 2022 editions in Brazil and Qatar, respectively, the squad is determined to rewrite the narrative this time around.“Our main goal is to…
I have spent over 25 years in Ghana’s music industry. That is not a cameo appearance. That is a full album, a deluxe edition and two remasters.In that time, I have worked with record labels and top-tier management teams. I have handled promotion, business development and executive leadership. For two decades, I have also engaged government at the highest levels on music policy and industry development. I have sat in air-conditioned boardrooms where PowerPoint slides flowed like vintage wine and hope was poured generously.My journey through the corridors of power began in during the administration of John Evans Atta Mills.…
By Busayo OnijalaThe German Consulate General in Lagos hosted a reception for a business delegation from Rheinland-Palatinate on Tuesday night to deepen trade relations with Nigeria. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Rhineland-Palatinate or Rhineland-Pfalz, one of Germany’s 16 federal states, boasts a GDP of €185 billion. With a strong industrial base and a globally recognised wine sector, the state also combines innovation, manufacturing excellence and agricultural tradition. The delegation included representatives from the State Ministry of Economy, Transport, Agriculture and Viniculture, and executives from selected companies from different sectors. Daniel Krull, Consul General of Germany in…
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Up to 70–80 percent of Ghanaians rely on herbal medicine in their healthcare, according to Dr Sandra Ashong, President of the Ghana Association of Medical Herbalists.Speaking at the maiden Natural Health and Wellness Expo 2026 in Accra, Dr Ashong pointed out the importance of collaboration with Indian herbal practitioners, particularly in Ayurveda, to expand treatment options and strengthen the integration of traditional medicine into Ghana’s national healthcare system.“Up to 70–80 percent of Ghanaians use herbal medicine, and the whole idea is collaboration to see how best we can work with Indian manufacturers of Ayurvedic herbal medicines, just as we have…
Snipped of cement block concealed in cashew bag A trader has been captured in a viral video retrieving cement blocks from a sack of cashew he presumably bought to resell on the market.The video shared on TikTok on February 26, 2026, was accompanied by a caption which read, “Traders going to purchase cashew bags were amazed to find cement blocks concealed inside.”Inaudible voices in the background of the video corroborate the shock expressed by the traders who were observing a fellow trader removing the cement blocks from the cashew sack.Ghana Navy launch search and rescue operation after attack on fishermenThough…
After last weekend’s triumph against Young Apostles, Asante Kotoko Sporting Club aims to achieve another victory on Sunday to revive their aspirations for the title this season. The Porcupine Warriors will have the opportunity to close the points gap on Medeama SC and ascend to 3rd place in the league standings if Hearts of Oak either lose or draw against Gold Stars. Currently, Kotoko holds the 4th position with 38 points, trailing the Phobians by just 2 points. WHO WINS THIS CLASH ON SUNDAY? With just one loss at home this season, Asante Kotoko is known as a strong performer…
A Non-Governmental Organisation, Lawyers Alert, has called for the advancement of reproductive rights in Nigeria, emphasising the need for safe access to termination of unplanned pregnancies. The call was made during a two-day training organised by LA at the H3 Event Centre in Abeokuta, Ogun State, under the theme: “The Judiciary and Advancing Reproductive Rights in Nigeria,” according to a statement on Thursday. Speaking at the event, legal practitioner Bamidele Jacobs highlighted the challenges faced by women and girls who become pregnant as a result of rape by insurgents, bandits, or through incest. He noted that Nigeria’s restrictive laws on…
Atlas Commodities Limited has rejected claims by Old Tafo MP, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, that the company operates without its own warehouses, describing the allegation as false and misleading. In a press statement dated February 24, 2026, the company said it maintains operational depots in major cocoa-growing areas across the country. “Vincent Assafuah’s assertion that Atlas Commodities Ltd. has no warehouses is not true. Atlas has warehouses at cocoa growing areas in Ashanti, Eastern, Western and Central regions,” the statement said. The response follows comments made by the MP at a press conference on February 23, where he suggested that Atlas…
NAIROBI, Kenya — Police in Kenya have arrested a man named in an alleged scheme that duped Kenyans with promises of skilled work in Russia, only for them to end up on the front lines of the fighting in Ukraine. Festus Omwamba was arrested on suspicion of human trafficking in the northern Kenyan town of Moyale, near the border with Ethiopia. He was charged Thursday in an antiterror court in the capital, Nairobi, with trafficking 25 Kenyans to Russia last year. Police spokesperson Michael Muchiri said Omwamba sought to flee Kenya after returning from Russia. Omwamba, who was identified by…
By Amoako Kwame The Coalition of Unpaid Nurses and Midwives Ghana has raised concerns over alleged long-standing salary arrears owed to its members, claiming the amounts have mysteriously disappeared from official payment vouchers and calling for government accountability. In a statement dated February 26, 2026, the coalition said the development has left affected nurses and midwives shocked and deeply concerned about transparency within the public payroll system. According to the group, some members consistently had their salary arrears validated on the government payroll system each month despite not receiving actual payments. However, during the most recent validation for February 2026,…
A photo of the rescued fisherman Fishermen who were attacked at sea off the coast of Awutu Senya have been rescued, with one of the victims alleging that the armed men who ambushed them were Nigerians wielding AK-47 rifles.The victims, who had set out on a routine fishing expedition near Senya Bereku in the Central Region, were returning to shore when they were confronted by heavily armed assailants. According to one of the rescued fishermen, the attackers approached in a black boat and immediately took control of the situation.The victim claimed the armed men pointed AK-47 rifles directly at them…