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Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh is a former Minister of Energy Former Minister of Energy and running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 general elections, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has expressed strong optimism about the year 2026, stressing that its success will depend on collective commitment, discipline, and purposeful leadership.In a message shared on his official Facebook page, Dr Opoku Prempeh noted that while the year has officially begun, its outcome will be shaped by the resolve of leaders and citizens alike to work diligently and with a clear sense of responsibility.According to him, leadership is not…
Osimhen (in mask) got angry with Lookman during the game Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen was at the center of a controversy during Nigeria’s emphatic 4-0 win over Mozambique in the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on January 5, 2025.The lethal forward scored a brace, with Ademola Lookman providing an assist to boost his goal tally in the competition.However, tensions flared in the 63rd minute when Osimhen angrily confronted the Atalanta winger, throwing his hands around and appearing to warn him about something that was not made public.2025 AFCON: Late Appollis penalty fires South Africa into knockout stagesDespite teammates urging him…
Godfred Dame The Office of the Attorney General has reportedly refuted claims that former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame received a Criminal Investigations Department (CID) docket on Akonta Mining Company during his tenure. The response allegedly came through a Right to Information (RTI) request filed after a heated television debate in October 2025. Minister for Government Communications Felix Ofosu Kwakye had asserted during Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana programme on October 10, 2025, that the previous government deliberately ignored a CID report on illegal mining activities by Akonta Mining Company Limited. The company is owned by New Patriotic Party (NPP)…
A total of five newborns were recorded on Christmas Day in 2025, the Wa Municipal Hospital has revealed.The sex distribution showed a male-skewed ratio, with males constituting four of the births, while females accounted for two, reflecting a marginal variance in gender outcomes.The New Year Day 2026 saw seven new babies, representing an increase of two newborns, representing a 40-per cent rise over the Christmas figures.Of this total, female births formed the majority at four, while males accounted for three, indicating a reversal in the gender balance when compared with Christmas Day.A midwifery officer at the Wa Municipal Hospital Labour…
Prophet Fire Oja has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service Controversial Ghanaian prophet, Jedidiah Henry Kore, popularly known as Fire Oja, has been arrested by the Ghana Police over some defamatory comments made against musician Mzbel.According to reports gathered by GhanaWeb on January 6, 2025, the leader of Zion Prayer Ministries International was arrested on January 5, 2025, following a formal complaint made by the “16 Years” singer to the Ghana Police Service. The complaint followed a viral social media video in which Fire Oja was heard making allegations about Mzbel’s health.In the viral video, Fire Oja claimed that…
Prophet Fire Oja has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service Controversial Ghanaian prophet, Jedidiah Henry Kore, popularly known as Fire Oja, has been arrested by the Ghana Police over some defamatory comments made against musician Mzbel.According to reports gathered by GhanaWeb on January 6, 2025, the leader of Zion Prayer Ministries International was arrested on January 5, 2025, following a formal complaint made by the “16 Years” singer to the Ghana Police Service. The complaint followed a viral social media video in which Fire Oja was heard making allegations about Mzbel’s health.In the viral video, Fire Oja claimed that…
Investment The United Kingdom (UK) and Ghana are set to convene the inaugural London to Accra Economic Growth Summit this week, bringing together policymakers, investors, and creative industry leaders to strengthen bilateral ties. The event forms part of a broader campaign designed to transform diaspora connections into concrete trade and investment opportunities. Approximately 200 participants will gather at Bank of Ghana headquarters for panel discussions exploring how remittances from the British Ghanaian diaspora can fuel entrepreneurship, education, housing development, and innovation. The summit organizers describe these financial flows as vital yet underutilized resources that could generate significant economic returns for…
Remittance inflows from the United Kingdom remain a critical source of foreign exchange for Ghana, but new data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG) suggests the corridor is losing momentum — a trend authorities say must be urgently addressed through targeted policies and smarter use of diaspora funds.Between January and September 2025, remittances from the UK accounted for about 17.5% of total inflows into Ghana, according to the central bank.While still significant, the figure marks a notable decline from the same period in 2024, when the UK corridor contributed roughly 28%, representing more than a quarter of all remittance receipts.Speaking…
Kennedy Agyapong A member of Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign team has described the flagbearer hopeful as the most popular politician in Ghana ahead of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries scheduled for Saturday, January 31. Kwesi Nyantakyi claimed Agyapong’s appeal extends beyond party lines and positions him as the frontrunner in the contest. Speaking on Joy FM’s AM Show, Nyantakyi argued that supporters from rival parties including the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Convention People’s Party (CPP) admire Agyapong and want the NPP to select him as their 2028 presidential candidate. He suggested this cross party attraction makes the former…
The bank is also expected to pay GH¢100,000 as litigation cost The Accra High Court, Commercial Division 6, has reportedly ordered First Atlantic Bank to pay over GH¢10 million to one of its customers for tendering his bonds for the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) without his consent.According to a report by thelawplaform.com, approximately GH¢28.4 million of the money to be paid to the customer is for the loss suffered by the customer from the bank tendering his bonds for the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme without his consent.While GH¢2 million was awarded as exemplary damages to the customer, who was…
The tariff slashes will affect Italian pasta Italian pasta is set to be spared from high-level US tariffs that the Trump administration had threatened against 13 producers.The move could have resulted in American importers being taxed at a rate greater than the value of the actual pasta itself, and prices rising sharply for US consumers.But on Thursday, the Italian foreign ministry said the proposed rate had now been drastically cut back.In a statement of its own, the US said the 13 firms had addressed many of its concerns. It previously accused the companies of selling their products at unfairly low…
Former President of the Ghana Football Association, Kwesi Nyantakyi, has recounted the personal toll the Number 12 exposé took on his family life, revealing how public perception affected even his young daughter.Speaking in an interview on Joy News on Tuesday, January 6, 2026, Mr Nyantakyi said the aftermath of the documentary was deeply traumatic, noting that he never watched the exposé himself.“I never watched the said exposé. This whole society ganged against you—your friends, family, and others. People, unfortunately, believed it,” he said.He described the period as one of the most difficult moments of his life, adding that he was…
This blog is managed by the content creator and not GhanaWeb, its affiliates, or employees. Advertising on this blog requires a minimum of GH₵50 a week. Contact the blog owner with any queries. Attractive News Blog of Tuesday, 6 January 2026 Source: Andre Mustapha NII okai Inusah The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has suffered an embarrassing public setback after one of its most respected elders, Kwame Pianim, openly praised President John Dramani Mahama at a major national forum—while simultaneously admitting that the President’s actions could seriously damage the NPP’s electoral fortunes.Speaking at the 54th National Delegates Conference of the Ghana…
Rev Emmanuel Boachie Rev. Emmanuel Boachie, pastor of Souls Pasture Church and Country Director of Awesome Bible College, has redirected the “doom prophecy” debate away from religious figures toward Ghana’s political establishment, asserting that politicians fuel the prominence of controversial prophets through their associations. Speaking on Ezra FM in Kumasi, the clergyman argued that the proliferation of sensationalist 31st Night prophecies and other false predictions results directly from politicians seeking spiritual validation. He contends that the influence of these controversial prophets would diminish significantly without support from the country’s political elite. Political Association Creates Artificial Prominence Rev. Boachie argued that…
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has introduced comprehensive new regulations for International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) to enhance oversight, protect consumers and safeguard the integrity of the country’s remittance sector. The guidelines for the registration and operations of International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) in Ghana, issued last month, establish a stricter licensing and operational framework for all entities involved in terminating inward remittances, including IMTOs, banks and payment service providers. Describing remittances as a vital pillar of Ghana’s socio-economic development, the central bank said the fast-evolving digital landscape required a robust regulatory regime to maintain public confidence and financial stability.…
Kwesi Nyantakyi, former President of the Ghana Football Association and a member of Kennedy Agyapong’s campaign team, has described the former Assin Central Member of Parliament as the most credible and risk-minimising candidate in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearership race.Kennedy Agyapong is contesting the NPP flagbearership alongside former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Dr Bryan Acheampong, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, and Mr Kwabena Agyepong.Speaking in support of Mr Agyapong, Mr Nyantakyi said most of the aspirants were closely linked to the previous NPP administration, which suffered defeat in the December 2024 general election.“Apart from him and Kwabena Agyapong, the…
Prof Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang Vice President Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang has received a delegation from the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly, led by Metropolitan Chief Executive (MCE) George Arthur, to discuss development priorities for the metropolis and the broader national agenda. “The Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly, led by the MCE, George Arthur, visited my office today,” the Vice President said, noting that the delegation also included the Members of Parliament (MPs) for Cape Coast North and Cape Coast South. “They all extended New Year’s greetings and expressed hope for strength and clarity to continue resetting the nation.” Eight-Year Development Plan…
Faustin-Archange Touadéra secured 76% of the votes, provisional results show Central African Republic (CAR) President Faustin-Archange Touadéra has won a third term after securing an outright majority in last month’s presidential election, provisional results show.The 68-year-old mathematics professor was widely expected to win after the main opposition coalition boycotted the poll, citing concerns about electoral fairness.Touadéra campaigned on his security record in the chronically unstable nation after rebels seized power in 2013, a crisis that led the government to enlist support from Russian mercenaries and Rwandan soldiers.He has faced heavy criticism after a 2023 constitution removed term limits, allowing him…
File photo of a worried man Dear GhanaWeb,My wife and I have been married for just three months. She has already regretted marrying me, but I’m willing to make the marriage work.I admit I am the problem, but she has hers too. The whole reason for this divorce is that I break the bread with my hands instead of cutting it with a bread knife. She said that when she sees someone has broken bread without properly slicing it with a bread knife, it makes her puke. She reacts very angrily anytime she comes and I’ve broken the bread with…
Nigerian record producer cum disc jockey, Ezeh Chisom Faith, professionally known as Rexxie, has alleged that the sudden rise to stardom of singer, Seyi Vibes, was an orchestration. Naija News reports that Rexxie made this known during a recent TikTok livestream, stating that Seyi Vibes is an ‘industry plant’. The Abracadabra crooner further claimed that Seyi Vibes and his team had attempted to force a beef with Nigerian singer, Asake, for clout, but got snubbed. According to Rexxie, Seyi Vibes desperately wanted to force a rivalry with Asake. He said, “Seyi Vibes’ blow was an orchestration and a bit of…
Infinix Note Ultra Arriving With Satellite Calling And Messaging X Infinix showcased a portfolio of groundbreaking mobile innovations at CES Showstoppers 2026, introducing technologies that push boundaries in connectivity, performance cooling, and device personalization under its “Joyful Tech, Beyond Limits” philosophy. The innovation-driven technology brand revealed several industry-first features, including a consumer-grade satellite communication system, advanced liquid cooling architecture, and active visual backplate technology that transforms smartphone design and functionality. Satellite Communication Breaks Connectivity Barriers Infinix introduced satellite communication capability to consumer smartphones in an unprecedented implementation. The system provides coverage across nearly two-thirds of Earth’s surface, vastly expanding satellite…
The Chief Imam (M) surrounded by other imams to offer the Janazah prayers The late Naser Toure Mahama, Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, was laid to rest on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the Madina Cemetery in the Greater Accra Region.The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, led the final Janazah prayers at the National Mosque before the body was transported for burial.He was supported by other imams who joined in offering prayers for the late legislator.MP for Ayawaso East Naser Toure is dead – ReportsThe funeral service drew wide attendance, including Members of Parliament from both the…
The High Court in Accra has ordered Angel FM, GhanaWeb and other defendants to pay GH¢4 million to prominent Ghanaian business executive, Sir Sam Jonah, for defamatory comments against him. In a judgment delivered on December 12, 2025, the court, presided over by Justice John Bosco Nabarese of the Court of Appeal (sitting as an additional High Court judge), held that statements made by one Jonathan Pobee during a radio interview on Angel FM and subsequently published by Angel Broadcasting Services and GhanaWeb were false and defamatory. The court further granted a perpetual injunction restraining the defendants from repeating the…
The Bring Back Mahama Group and Friends of Mahama have appealed to Ghanaians to stay focused on national development and the government’s Reset Agenda, rather than engaging in discussions about a possible third term for President John Dramani Mahama.In a joint statement issued today, the pro-Mahama groups said the challenges confronting the country require unity, discipline, and a results-driven mindset from all citizens, stressing that distractions could undermine national progress.“At this critical moment in our nation’s history, our primary focus remains supporting President John Dramani Mahama to reset Ghana, rebuild trust in leadership, strengthen the economy, and restore hope to…
Davido Shares Lovely Video From His Family Vacation Nigerian music superstar Davido is enjoying quality time with his family during a vacation on Canouan Island, sharing glimpses of the getaway with fans on social media. The singer posted a video featuring himself alongside his billionaire father, Deji Adeleke, and several other family members enjoying their tropical retreat. The footage captures the family relaxing and bonding at the exclusive Caribbean destination. Davido’s second daughter, Hailey, joined him for the vacation, marking a special moment as the singer spends time with his children and extended family. The video showcases various activities and…
Bright Simons clashed with Senyo Hosi on the impact of GoldBod Two of Ghana’s finest policy analysts, Bright Simons and Senyo Hosi, were at each other’s throats while debating the impact of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) on live TV.During a panel discussion on ChannelOne TV, Bright Simons, a vice president of IMANI Africa, said that the GoldBod cannot be said to have eradicated the smuggling of gold in the country.He argued that the activities of the GoldBod are insufficient to eradicate gold smuggling in Ghana, adding that the arrests by the board alone show that the problem still exists.“When…
Former Ghana Football Association (GFA) President Kwesi Nyantakyi has revealed that he was close to becoming president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) before his exit from football administration in 2018.According to Nyantakyi, his rise within CAF positioned him as a likely successor to the presidency.“It was very possible. At the time I exited CAF and football, I was the first vice president of the federation. I was the next most senior football official on the continent of Africa. So it was just a matter of course that if the president was not there, I was the most favourable…
Accra, Jan 6, GNA-Walewale, the hometown of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, came alive as Dr. Bryan Acheampong stormed the constituency to a rousing reception.“Defying expectations, Acheampong was met with enthusiastic crowds, energetic chants, and visible excitement from delegates and grassroots supporters, signaling that his message of discipline, renewal, and delivery is resonating even in traditionally symbolic strongholds”.A statement copied to the Ghana News Agency in Accra on Tuesday said supporters openly praised Acheampong’s organisational discipline, readiness to lead, and ability to secure a victory for the NPP in 2028.“The warmth of the reception in Walewale sent a clear signal:…
Daasebre Osei Bonsu III during his swearing-in on Monday Leslie Nkansah Osei Bonsu has been sworn in as the new paramount chief of Asante Mampong (Mamponghene) with the stool name Daasebre Osei Bonsu III.Daasebre Osei Bonsu III succeeds the late Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, who died in March 2025, as the occupant of the Silver Stool of Asantehene, which makes him the second most powerful ruler in Asanteman, second only to the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.A video of the swearing-in ceremony shared by The Asante Nation showed the moment the new ruler of Mampong was sworn into office.With the…
The bank is also expected to pay GH¢100,000 as litigation cost The Accra High Court, Commercial Division 6, has reportedly ordered First Atlantic Bank to pay over GH¢10 million to one of its customers for tendering his bonds for the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) without his consent.According to a report by thelawplaform.com, approximately GH¢28.4 million of the money to be paid to the customer is for the loss suffered by the customer from the bank tendering his bonds for the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme without his consent.While GH¢2 million was awarded as exemplary damages to the customer, who was…
THE Team Strongman Foundation has organised a series of activities during the Christmas festive season to support the less privileged and promote community bonding across parts of Accra.The three-day event was opened on Wednesday with music, dance and storytelling sessions, drawing residents of Korle Gonno and its surrounding communities together in a lively and engaging atmosphere.This was followed on Thursday by Christmas jams, which provided entertainment for the community, particularly children and young people.On Friday, the Foundation organised a charity walk during which food and clothing were distributed to over 1,000 less privileged persons living on the streets.Again, a walk…
The 77th Annual New Year School and Conference (ANYSC) will open at the University of Ghana (UG) today, putting the spotlight on how to build a desirable Ghana together for sustainable development. Supported by the Daily Graphic, the two-day dispassionate and apolitical discussion is being organised by the School of Continuing and Distant Education of the university’s School of Education. The ANYSC, which has been in existence since 1948, will have this year’s theme as, “Building the Ghana We Want Together for Sustainable Development’’, a major mantra of the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC’s) 2024 campaign, the school would be opened…
THE Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced plans to sell up to US$1 billion to the market and businesses in January 2026 as part of its Foreign Exchange Intermediation Programme.The plan was contained in a wire communication to market operators.According to the central bank, the auctions would be guided by its recently approved Foreign Exchange Operations Framework.The Bank of Ghana said the move marked the operationalisation of measures under the FX Operations Framework and would be aligned with the objectives of its reserve accumulation programme.It added that the FX intermediation programme was expected to help dampen volatility in the foreign…
The court is also expected to pay GH¢100,000 as litigation cost The Accra High Court, Commercial Division 6, has reportedly ordered First Atlantic Bank to pay over GH¢10 million to one of its customers for tendering his bonds for the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) without his consent.According to a report by thelawplaform.com, approximately GH¢28.4 million of the money to be paid to the customer is for the loss suffered by the customer from the bank tendering his bonds for the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme without his consent.While GH¢2 million was awarded as exemplary damages to the customer, who was…
Two women captured in a viral video assaulting a 12-year-old minor at La in Accra have been remanded into police custody by the La District Court. Princess Naa Adjeley Giftan Mesopeh and Precious Ajorkor Mesopeh, both students, pleaded not guilty to charges of conspiracy to commit crime, assault and cruelty to a child. Meanwhile, the accused persons’ mother, Priscilla Novishie, said to be an accomplice, is currently at large. Defence counsel for the two accused persons, who are siblings, prayed the court to grant them bail. However, the prosecution, led by Chief Inspector Gladys Aikins Asare, objected to the bail application on the grounds that investigations were ongoing. Chief Inspector Asare told the court…
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The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has cautioned the public against the deliberate spread of misinformation and disinformation following the circulation of a viral video linked to an incident at the Kasoa New Market fire scene. In a statement, the Service reminded the public that the spread of false or misleading information is punishable under Ghanaian law, urging citizens to remain calm and allow due process to take its course. GNFS acknowledged public concerns surrounding the video but stressed that the matter is currently under Police investigation. The Service appealed to the public to refrain from drawing conclusions based solely…
The Eastern South Regional Police Command has taken into custody five persons alleged to be fake officers of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) for impersonation and extortion. The suspects, identified as Moses Tapiam, 43; Christopher Amakor, 29; Casimir Nunekpeku, 29; Wisdom Miwonuko, 35; and Paul Agbanu, 53, were arrested on Friday, January 2, while dressed in security uniforms and claiming to be NAIMOS operatives from Accra. A press release signed by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) David Fianko Okyere, Head of the Command’s Public Affairs Unit, and copied to the Ghana News Agency on Monday said the suspects were reported to have moved from one…
Ghana is set to increase its stake in the Jubilee oilfield as part of a licence extension agreement that will allow continued production from the country’s flagship offshore assets well into the next decade, while also supporting efforts to arrest output decline through additional drilling. The government has approved extensions to the West Cape Three Points and Deep Water Tano Petroleum Agreements, which cover the Jubilee and Twenboa Enyenra Ntomme fields. The approval paves the way for Ghana to deepen its direct participation in the assets operated by Tullow Oil, with partners including Kosmos Energy. Under the revised terms, the…
Bright Simons crash with Senyo Hosi on the impact of GoldBod Two of Ghana’s finest policy analysts, Bright Simons and Senyo Hosi, were at each other’s throats while debating the impact of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) on live TV.During a panel discussion on ChannelOne TV, Bright Simons, a vice president of IMANI Africa, said that the GoldBod cannot be said to have eradicated the smuggling of gold in the country.He argued that the activities of the GoldBod are insufficient to eradicate gold smuggling in Ghana, adding that the arrests by the board alone show that the problem still exists.“When…
Ghana Black Stars’ defender Mohammed Salisu has suffered an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) injury and is set to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to reports by GetFrenchFootball.The injury occurred during AS Monaco’s 3-1 defeat to Olympique Lyon in the French Ligue 1 over the weekend.Salisu was one of three Monaco players who picked up injuries in the match.The 26-year-old completed the full 90 minutes against Lyon but sustained the injury in the course of the game, effectively ruling him out of contention for this year’s World Cup.Salisu had been enjoying his best run of form this season after…
President John Dramani Mahama has expressed profound grief over the death of the Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, Mahama Naser Toure, describing the loss as sudden and deeply distressing. In a message of condolence to the bereaved family, the President said the passing of the legislator was wholly unexpected and urged his relatives to draw strength from their faith during the difficult period of mourning. “No one would have imagined that Toure would leave us so soon. His death has come as a shock to me, but God knows best. May his soul rest in perfect peace, and may…
Shoppers in Accra are beginning to experience modest but welcome price reductions as businesses adjust to recent changes in the Value Added Tax (VAT) system, following the government’s removal of the COVID-19 levy and the three per cent flat rate. The reforms have effectively reduced VAT on goods to 20 per cent.Checks at several consumable goods outlets across Accra indicate that the abolished levies are no longer being applied, with prices of basic items already reflecting the changes.Retailers confirmed that the revised tax structure has been fully integrated into their billing systems, with point-of-sale receipts now showing lower charges compared…
The ousted Venezuelan leader, Nicolás Maduro, and his wife, Cilia Flores, have pleaded not guilty to drug trafficking and weapons charges during an appearance in a New York courtroom on Monday, January 5, 2025.In a defiant address to the court, Maduro told the judge that he had been kidnapped in Caracas and forcibly taken out of the country.He denied all charges against him, describing the case as politically motivated.Prosecutors allege that the Venezuelan leader and his wife were involved in a criminal network linked to narcotics trafficking and illegal arms activities.Details of the charges were outlined during the court proceedings,…
Samuel Addo was allegedly assaulted in the line of duty at the Kasoa New Market Samuel Addo, a journalist with the Class Media Group, who was reportedly assaulted by some personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service while on duty at the Kasoa New Market, has narrated the ordeal he went through.According to him, his only crime was to record a scene where some personnel of the fire service were beating up civilians at the market.He claimed that firemen, who were about 10 in number, started picking on him for no reason and seized the phone he was using to…
Dr Theo Acheampong, Technical Advisor at the Ministry of Finance, has highlighted the critical role of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) in channeling additional foreign currency into formal banking channels, a development he says has helped stabilise the Ghanaian cedi.Speaking on Channel One TV’s The Point of View on Monday, January 5, Dr Acheampong explained that prior to these policy interventions, a significant portion of foreign exchange generated from the artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) sector did not enter the formal banking system.“…If you did a proper disaggregation and you did all the sort of analytical work, I would think…
Governance Analyst Professor Baffour Agyeman-Duah has backed President John Dramani Mahama’s handling of the petition seeking the removal of the Special Prosecutor, warning that the frequent removal of heads of key state institutions could undermine Ghana’s governance stability.He said repeated changes in the leadership of critical institutions risk creating uncertainty and weakening public confidence in democratic governance.Professor Agyeman-Duah’s comments come amid heightened political tension following the removal of the Chief Justice last year and the filing of fresh petitions this year targeting the Chairperson and deputies of the Electoral Commission, as well as the Office of the Special Prosecutor.In an…
President John Mahama (R) has earned the praise of Kwame Pianim (R) Leading Member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Pianim, had nothing but praise for President John Dramani Mahama at the 54th National Delegates Conference of the Ghana National Association of Teachers on Monday, January 5, 2026.Speaking at the conference, Kwame Pianim, a renowned economist and statesman, praised Mahama, who was also at the event, for attending to the call of teachers in person.The statesman went on to share a light moment on how Mahama’s actions since he assumed office are dwindling the fortunes of his party.He indicated…
Former Auditor-General Daniel Domelevo says the slow pace of passing key anti-corruption laws continues to weaken the fight against graft, even as public perception may be showing signs of improvement under the Mahama administration. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Monday, Mr Domelevo said the Corruption Perception Index could record gains, largely because there have been fewer public scandals over the past year. “I don’t know what results we are going to get,” he said, but added, “My hope and expectation is that it should improve.” He attributed that possibility to the relative quiet on corruption cases. “We have…
A bettor made nearly half a million dollars on the ouster of Venezuela’s president just before it was officially announced, raising questions about whether someone profited from inside knowledge of the US operation. Wagers on Polymarket, a crypto-powered platform, that Nicolás Maduro would be out of power by the end of January rose in the hours before President Donald Trump announced on Saturday the Venezuelan leader had been seized. One account, which joined the platform last month and took four positions, all on Venezuela, made more than $436,000 (£322,000) from a $32,537 bet. It remains unclear who placed the bet.…