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Sammy Gyamfi is the CEO of GoldBod The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has blamed the drastic fall in small-scale gold production and foreign exchange inflows in 2021 on a fiscal policy change by the previous administration.Speaking on Joy FM’s News File on January 3, 2026, Gyamfi stated that the introduction of a 3% withholding tax on the small-scale gold sector that year caused exports to plummet from 39.3 tonnes ($2 billion) in 2020 to just 3.4 tonnes ($185 million) in 2021. He described the move as a costly mishap that deprived Ghana of…

Ghana’s Ambassador to South Korea, Kojo Choi, marked the beginning of the New Year by celebrating Ghanaian culture at home in Seoul, sharing a hearty meal of banku with his family.In a series of vibrant photos shared on his Facebook page, the ambassador was captured seated with his nuclear and extended family, gathered around the traditional Ghanaian staple. He simply captioned the moment, “Happy New Year from Seoul.”Ambassador Choi explained that the choice of meal was driven by his children, who had once again requested banku as their preferred way to usher in the New Year. He described the dish…

By D.I. Laary, GNA Denugu (UER), Jan. 04, GNA – Naba Batt Maj Dr Sylvester Alhassan Tintaangobr has called on residents to prioritise peace, discipline, and hard work in 2026, describing them as essential foundations for security and development. Delivering his New Year message at his palace in Denugu in the Upper East region, the Chief congratulated the people for enduring what he termed a difficult 2025. He also extended special commendation to the Zug Raan of Kusaug Naba Abugrago Azorka II and the people of Kusaug, for maintaining unity despite socio-economic challenges. He said, “The immediate past year was challenging, but with determination and by the grace of God, we sailed through,” and urged everyone to work hard towards achieving your set…

Naser Toure reportedly died on January 4, 2026 The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, Mohamed Naser Toure Mahama, has reportedly died. The information, according to multiple sources, indicates that he died on Sunday, January 4, 2026, afternoon. The sources say that close associates of the MP’s family and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) confirmed the sad news on Sunday, December 4, 2025, although details surrounding his death remain sketchy at the time of filing this report.So far, no official statement has been issued from the NDC yet, although the Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr Frank Amoakohene, has shared a cryptic…

Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has described Ghana’s youth as the country’s most valuable asset, arguing that sustainable national development depends more on people than on natural resources.In a Facebook post on Sunday, January 4, Dr Adutwum said Ghana’s progress must be driven by disciplined, skilled and hopeful young people, rather than an overreliance on commodities such as gold and oil.“Ghana’s greatest resource is not gold or oil, it is you,” he stated.He stressed that empowering the youth has a direct impact on national progress, noting that a country…

Nana Aba Anamoah is a Ghanaian media personality Ghanaian media personality, Nana Aba Anamoah, has fired salvos at some prophets in the country following the recent prophecies made during the 31st December crossover services across the country. In a post shared on X on January 3, 2025, Nana Aba described these pastors as fraudsters parading as prophets. According to the media personality, most of the prophecies about which candidates will emerge victorious in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries are mainly to chase clout. “Spiritual fraudsters parading as prophets,” she said. ‘Protect your CV and Wembley issues’ – Okraku-Mantey fires…

Sammy Gyamfi is the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Why I support the GoldBodMy support for Sammy Gyamfi and the GoldBod experiment is hinged on my conviction and understanding of how Ghana can optimize value from it’s natural resources. Mining and financial sector agencies can testify that I don’t only praise were praise is due, but more importantly I have put my expertise at the disposal of institutions of state in the mining and the financial sectors.Dealing with money laundering risksThrough the UK-Ghana Gold Programme, a UK Home Office support to Ghana in dealing with the…

The arrest of a sitting president by a foreign power is among the most consequential acts contemplated under international law. It tests not merely the legality of a single operation, but the durability of a rules-based international order grounded in sovereignty, restraint, and multilateral cooperation. The recent arrest of Venezuela’s president presents precisely such a test. The central issue is not whether the Venezuelan government is democratic, legitimate, or morally defensible. International law does not allocate legality on the basis of political approval or disapproval. The relevant inquiry is narrower and far more consequential: Was the arrest compatible with the…

As the new year begins, many households face a harsh financial reality You may have heard the term “January has 60 days” before, whether at your workplace, at home, or just somewhere around. As absurd as the term sounds, that is the financial truth for many in the formal sector.As the holiday decorations are packed away and the new year begins, many households face a harsh financial reality. January often brings a wave of money-related stress, often dubbed the “January squeeze” or post-holiday debt hangover. With bills, fees, and dozens of other financial obligations waiting for many salary earners, it’s…

The Government of Ghana has strongly condemned what it describes as a unilateral and unauthorised military invasion of Venezuela by the United States, which reportedly resulted in the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Ghana said it was alarmed by the development, which reportedly occurred in the early hours of Saturday, January 3.Ghana expressed strong opposition to the use of force, stressing that the action violates the United Nations Charter, international law, and the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and political independence of…

Doreen Avio and MzBel had a misunderstanding that escalated Broadcast journalist Doreen Avio has opened up about a distressing encounter she had with musician Mzbel, following a controversial interview that was aired on Joy FM.Speaking in a recent interview with YPD News, Doreen Avio disclosed that the incident left her emotionally stressed, adding that she was shocked when Mzbel allegedly called her a witch and cursed her to suffer in life. “There’s a female celebrity who stressed me out. I’ve never heard anyone tell me that I’m a witch until she said that to me. She cursed me that I…

By Simon AsareAccra, Jan. 4, GNA – Senegal and Mali booked their places in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) quarter-finals on Saturday after contrasting victories in the round of 16.Senegal overcame an early scare to beat Sudan 3-1 at the Grand Stade de Tanger.Sudan stunned the defending champions with a seventh-minute opener from Aamir Abdallah, but Pape Gueye struck twice before halftime to restore order for Senegal, and 17-year-old Ibrahim Mbaye added a third in the 78th minute.Senegal was without suspended captain Kalidou Koulibaly, but they dominated after Sudan’s brief lead.In the other Round of 16 match, Mali…

Yakubu Tony Aidoo (L) says Fifi Kwetey (R) can’t stop him from supporting Mahama’s third term A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Yakubu Tony Aidoo, has launched a scathing attack on the party’s General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi KweteyIn a viral video circulating on social media on January 3, 2026, Aidoo accused Kwetey of disrespecting party supporters and questioned his authority within the NDC.“Talking rubbish, talking rubbish, rubbish. I sold my Land Cruiser to support the party. Who are you? Fiifi Kwetey, who are you?” Tony stated.He expressed anger over claims that supporters of President John Dramani Mahama were…

Nicolas Maduro The Ghana government has expressed disapproval of the US government invasion of Venezuela and the abduction of the country’s president. A statement issued Sunday January 4, 2026, and signed by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Abalkwa, says the Ghana government is alarmed at the unilateral and unauthorised invasion of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela by the United States of America and the subsequent abduction of President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, in the early hours of Saturday, January 3, 2026. “Ghana expresses strong reservations against unilateral use of force and strongly deplores such acts…

The government of Ghana has condemned what it describes as a unilateral and unauthorised military invasion of Venezuela by the United States, which resulted in the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores.In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Ghana said it was alarmed by the development, which reportedly occurred in the early hours of Saturday, January 3. Attached below a copy of the full statement PRESS RELEASE GHANA ALARMED AND DEPLORES MILITARY INVASION OF VENEZUELABY THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND ITS SUBSEQUENT ABDUCTION OF PRESIDENT…

Serwaa Amihere is a Ghanaian media personality and a lawyer Media personality and lawyer Serwaa Amihere has won GhanaWeb’s X poll for the Most Fashionable Female Icon of 2025.Along with other contenders like actresses Jackie Appiah and Nana Ama McBrown, fashion influencer Nan Akua Addo, Serwaa Amihere took the leading spot with 43% of the total votes cast. Serwaa Amihere is known for her impeccable style, which exudes elegance, professionalism, and modernity, blending traditional Ghanaian styles with contemporary designs to create breathtaking pieces. Whether on a red carpet, on the screens, or just out and about, Serwaa always looked elegant.…

Following a successful debut in Tamale, the Savannah Foto Festival (SFF), the second edition in the Northern Ghana Foto Festival rotation, is steadily establishing itself as one of Ghana’s most influential platforms for visual storytelling. The festival is attracting growing national and international attention to the region’s cultural, environmental, and social narratives.The week-long event showcased more than 500 photographs from over 60 photographers, including emerging talents and established visual storytellers. The strong response has reinforced the festival’s reputation as one of the most inclusive and content-rich photography events in Ghana.The festival is an initiative of Buta Visual Agency and Foto4Change,…

Whatsapp Image At Pm The Mmirewasan clain of Akyem Asuom in the Eastern Region has refuted claims that Nana Boadi Amponim Obodade III has been destooled as Krontihene of Asuom. They have urged the people of Asuom and the general public to discredit such information, stressing that Nana Boadi Amponim obodade remains the legitimate Krontihene in the community. Nana obodade (known in private life as Kwasi Ringold) is alleged to have been destooled by the Chief of Asuom, Osabarima Ofosuhene Apenteng II, after expressing disappointment in the former President Akufo-Addo’s administration before and after the 2024 general elections. He openly…

From L to R: Nana Agradaa, Medikal and Afia Schwarzenegger were all sued in 2025 The Ghanaian entertainment industry is often associated with glamour, creativity, and influence, but behind the scenes, it is not without controversies and legal challenges. In 2025, several prominent entertainment personalities found themselves entangled in court battles over issues ranging from defamation to copyright infringement. These high-profile lawsuits not only sparked public debates, but also highlighted the growing importance of accountability, intellectual property rights, and responsible conduct within the industry. This GhanaWeb article takes a closer look at some Ghanaian entertainment personalities who faced legal actions…

The arrest and subsequent remand of Ms Sarah Bireete, a prominent human rights defender and governance expert, has sent shockwaves through Uganda’s civil society. For years, Ms Bireete has been a vocal critic of government excesses, a tireless advocate for transparency, and a defender of civic freedoms. Her sudden detention has not only rattled her colleagues but has also cast a chilling shadow over the country’s fragile democratic space. In the days following her arrest, whispers spread quickly among activists, journalists, and governance experts.The message was clear: if someone as prominent and respected as Bireete could be taken, then no…

Accra, Jan 4, GNA- Mrs Justina Nelson, the Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), has pledged the commitment of management to consolidate the gains made last year.This, she said was to position the Fund as one of the best world-class sovereign wealth funds in the world.It will be done together with stakeholders of the Fund to secure value for both present and future generations.Mrs Nelson made the commitment in her New Year message copied to the Ghana News Agency in Accra.“Last year marked a defining phase in our transformational journey, delivering strong institutional reforms aligned with…

House of Chiefs calls for retention of one per cent of mining revenue in local areas – Ghana Business News HomeGeneral NewsHouse of Chiefs calls for retention of one per cent of mining revenue in local areas

Nigerian musician Panshak Zamani, popularly known as Ice Prince, has shared his memories of the 2001 Jos Crisis. Naija News reports that the Aboki crooner described it as an extremely violent and dangerous conflict. Speaking on Echoo Room with actor Teddy A, Ice Prince said he was still young during the crisis but remembers the events vividly. He recalled that both churches and mosques were involved in sharing weapons, turning the city into a battlefield. According to him, the streets were marked by gruesome scenes, with severed body parts left in public as a result of the fighting. Ice Prince…

The 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will move into the quarter-finals, as the remaining teams compete for a place in the the semi-finals of the football tournament. The quarter-final matches will be played from 9-10 January 2026, with the semi-finals to follow on 13 January. The tournament concludes with the final in Rabat on 18 January, when the champions will be crowned. Scroll down for the complete list of teams in the quarter-finals.

Kwame Nkrumah may have died and been buried many years ago but the recurrence in the telling of stories surrounding him are testament of one undeniable, almost unquantifiable proof that he was not ordinary. The man was a legend who placed Ghana on the path that has led it to where it is today. And the story about how he was displaced from his constitutional position as Ghana’s president is very much a well-known public information, but have you thought carefully about the engineers of that plot and the people who, literally, opened up Nkrumah’s chest of skeletons for his…

Police arrest three suspects over Greater Accra robberies    – Ghana Business News HomeGeneral NewsPolice arrest three suspects over Greater Accra robberies   

President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has acknowledged what he describes as clear improvements in the government’s management of Ghana’s gold trading architecture but insists that reported losses under the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) system must be transparently accounted for and explained.His comments add to an ongoing national debate over transparency, risk management and accountability in Ghana’s gold trading and reserve-building strategies, amid denials by GoldBod that it has incurred operational losses.In a Facebook post reflecting on both the erstwhile Gold-for-Oil initiative and the current GoldBod framework, Mr Cudjoe said lessons had evidently been learnt by the Mahama administration to…

President Museveni is the Head of State of Uganda The government has suspended the registration of new members into the “Boona Bagigahare Nyekundire” poverty alleviation group in the Kigezi region following formal complaints from the Catholic Church in Kabale Diocese.The group is headed by Senior Presidential Advisor on Agriculture and Local People, Peace Rugambwa.The suspension was announced on Saturday by Parliament Deputy Speaker Thomas Tayebwa after a closed-door reconciliation meeting involving Rugambwa, Kabale Diocese leaders led by Vicar General John Vianney Sunday, security officials led by Kabale Resident District Commissioner (RDC) Retired Major Godfrey Katamba, and National Resistance Movement (NRM)…

A NAIMOS taskforce deployed in the Eastern Region arrested two Chinese nationals, Li Yongjin and Nou Chin Haw, at Pankese in the Birim North District. The arrest took place on Saturday, January 3, 2026, at approximately 9:45 a.m. due to their active engagement in illegal mining. The illegal activities of the two foreign illegal miners have caused significant destruction of forests and cocoa farmlands in the area and severely polluted local streams, including the Birim River. The taskforce immobilized two excavators used by the Chinese nationals by removing their monitors and control boards to render them inoperative, as lowbed towing…

Justina Nelson is the Chief Executive Officer of the MIIF The Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is set to consolidate the gains made in 2025 to position the fund as one of the best world-class sovereign wealth funds in the world. ‎ ‎This was disclosed by the Chief Executive Officer of the MIIF, Justina Nelson. ‎ ‎According to her, this initiative will be done together with stakeholders of the MIIF, which in return will secure value for both present and future generations. ‎ ‎In her 2026 New Year message to Ghanaians, Nelson stated: ‎ ‎“Last year marked a defining phase…

Gospel singer, Eben has revealed how a church pulled him from a scheduled performance after seeing him wearing shredded denim jeans on his album cover. Naija News reports that he revealed this in a recent podcast interview. Eben said he was shocked because all arrangements for the event were already set. He explained that the jeans did not expose his skin or seem inappropriate, but the church committee decided he could not perform. They told him the outfit was not suitable for a Christian minister. He recalled, “They had already invited me for their convention, and everything was arranged. Then…

Why not try these science-backed tips to get more happiness in your life? Some people are born to be happier than others. But whether you’re the kind of person who sings in the shower and dances in the rain, or of a more dour inclination, contentment isn’t just something that happens to us. We can all change our habits to coax more of it into our lives.   So, here are our top tips for a happier 2025. Embrace friendship as we age Friendship benefits people across all ages, but in later life, it can become an especially important source of happiness. While older…

The violence stemmed from an earlier misunderstanding between the two youth groups One person has been confirmed dead and several others injured following a violent clash between youth from Mankesim and Ekumfi Eyisam in the Mfantseman Municipality of the Central Region.According to a report by adomonline.com dated January 4, 2026, the violence, which began on Thursday, January 1, 2026, is believed to have originated from an earlier misunderstanding between youth from the two communities at the Saltpond Beach.Police sources indicate that tensions escalated when three young men from Ekumfi Eyisam were allegedly heckled at the Mankesim Shell Filling Station near…

MC Yaa Yeboah is a Ghanaian entertainment personality Following numerous prophecies issued by some popular Ghanaian pastors regarding the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer race scheduled for January 31, 2026, entertainment personality MC Yaa Yeboah has expressed frustrations at the differences in these foretellings.In a post shared on Instagram on January 3, 2025, MC Yaa Yeboah voiced her disappointment over what she described as conflicting revelations allegedly received from God by different pastors.According to MC Yaa Yeboah, it is troubling that God would give different information on the same subject to various prophets, thereby raising questions about the credibility and…

Stakeholders in Ghana’s financial ecosystem have called for the urgent development of a 2026–2030 Cybersecurity Transformation Plan to protect the country’s rapidly expanding digital economy from escalating cyber threats.Mr Amenyo Tettey Normanyo, a Cybersecurity Analyst, said the proposed plan should provide a clear strategic vision, modernised regulations, measurable milestones, and a unified defence posture for all financial institutions.He said the framework should address critical areas such as governance, infrastructure, talent development, incident response, cloud security, and operational resilience.The call comes amid concerns that Ghana’s fast-growing digital financial services—including banking, fintech, and mobile money platforms—are operating without a comprehensive cybersecurity roadmap,…

Nigerian singer, Raoul Njeng-Njeng, popularly known as Skales, has recounted how a viral moment involving Barcelona teenage sensation, Lamine Yamal, positively changed his life and career. Naija News recalls that videos of Yamal dancing to Skales’ song quickly spread across social media, drawing massive engagement from football fans and music lovers alike. Testifying at Harvesters church service, the ‘Shake Body’ crooner explained that the unexpected viral moment sparked renewed global attention for his music, opening fresh opportunities and conversations around his career. Skales described the experience as a clear reminder of divine timing, stressing that the help came at a…

Former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua has reportedly flown back to Britain after a fatal car crash in Nigeria that killed two of his close friends.The Sun newspaper said the British boxer landed at London’s Stansted Airport in a private jet on Friday evening. His return comes after Nigerian police charged the driver of the vehicle, Adeniyi Mobolaji Kayode, 46, with “dangerous driving causing death”. He is due to appear in court on January 20.Kayode was driving Joshua and team members Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami on a busy highway linking Lagos and Ibadan in southwest Nigeria when the Lexus SUV in which…

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Senyo Hosi (L) has praised former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia Former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has been highly commended for introducing the Gold for Reserves programme for the Bank of Ghana.In the height of the global economic crisis, which devastated the Ghanaian economy and saw a free fall of the Cedi, then Vice President Dr Bawumia proposed the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme for the Bank of Ghana – a component of which is the Gold for Reserves. This programme uses gold to buy foreign currency rather than relying on excessive borrowing, helping to stabilise the Cedi.The Bawumia proposal…

Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has effectively ruled itself out of winning the 2028 general elections by recycling presidential hopefuls whose records are inseparable from the failures of the Akufo-Addo administration.Speaking on The Key Point on Saturday, January 3, Mr Kpebu argued that the calibre and background of aspirants currently seeking the NPP’s flagbearer slot show that the party has failed to reflect on the reasons behind its crushing defeat in the 2024 elections.At the centre of his critique was former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, whom he described as too deeply tainted by…

(From L to R) Sammy Gyamfi, Dr Abdul Kabiru Tiah Mahama, and Samson Lardy The Member of Parliament (MP) for Walewale, Dr Abdul Kabiru Tiah Mahama, had a torrid time on the Saturday, January 4, 2025, edition of JoyNews Newfile, where he was confronted with claims made by members of his party on the operation of the Ghana Gold Board, GoldBod.The MP, during a panel discussion on the programme, spoke to defend claims that the leadership of Sammy Gyamfi, the Chief Executive Officer of the board, appointed Bawa-Rock Company Limited as the sole buyer of gold in the country and…

For months, US spies had been monitoring Venezuelan President’s Nicolas Maduro’s every move.A small team, including one source within the Venezuelan government, had been observing where the 63-year-old slept, what he ate, what he wore and even, according to top military officials, “his pets”.Then, in early December, a planned mission dubbed “Operation Absolute Resolve” was finalised. It was the result of months of meticulous planning and rehearsals, which even included elite US troops creating an exact full-size replica of Maduro’s Caracas safe house to practise their entry routes.The plan – which amounted to an extraordinary US military intervention in Latin…

Back in 2020, Nicki Minaj said she was “not gonna jump on the Trump bandwagon” after years calling out his anti-immigration politics. Five years later, she’s singing the president’s praises as a full-throated MAGA supporter. What gives?The rapper was effusive in her praise for Trump during an interview this weekend by Erika Kirk, the widow of slain conservative figure Charlie Kirk, at Turning Point USA’s AmericaFest convention held in Phoenix, Arizona. She called him “handsome” and “dashing” and also shared her admiration for Vice President JD Vance.“I love both of them,” Minaj said. “Both of them have a very uncanny…

Moderator of the General Assembly of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr. Lt. Col. Bliss Divine Agbeko (Rtd) The Moderator of the General Assembly of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr. Lt. Col. Bliss Divine Agbeko (Rtd), has called on Ghanaians to embrace cleanliness not only as an environmental responsibility but also as a moral and spiritual obligation. In his 2026 New Year message to Ghanaians, the Moderator emphasised that the church’s theme for the year, “Cleanliness is next to Godliness. Keep Clean!”, goes beyond sweeping streets and maintaining tidy surroundings. He explained that true cleanliness…

Sudan coach Kwesi Appiah cut a disappointed but proud figure after his team’s 3-1 defeat to Senegal in the AFCON 2025 last-16, a result that ended their brave run in Morocco. His side had stunned the defending champions early on in Tangier, only to be overpowered by Pape Gueye’s brace and a late Ibrahima Mbaye strike. “Of course I am disappointed with the result of the game but proud of the effort of my players throughout this competition,” Appiah said, reflecting the mixed emotions of a night where Sudan showed both quality and vulnerability. Aamir Abdallah’s brilliant sixth-minute curler gave…

A long-standing friction between the youth of Mankessim and Ekumfi Eyisam erupted into a lethal confrontation on Saturday, January 3, 2026, leaving one man dead and several others fighting for their lives after being doused with acid. The Mfantseman Municipality was plunged into chaos as the free-for-all fight forced residents and traders to flee for their lives. The deceased, identified as Mr. Wisdom, was allegedly shot dead during the height of the melee, while multiple victims sustained horrific chemical burns and deep cutlass wounds. Retaliation at the Shell Filling Station The roots of the violence trace back to New Year’s…

US President Donald Trump and other top offcials hold a press conference after the operation Leaders around the world have responded with a mix of condemnation and support to the US capture of Venezuela’s President Nicolás Maduro.Following a large-scale strike on Venezuela on Saturday, Maduro and his wife were captured by US forces and removed from the country. The pair have been indicted on drug charges in New York.In an initial response, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said his government would “shed no tears” for the end of Maduro’s regime.Neighbouring Latin American countries condemned the actions, as did Venezuela’s long-term…

Srem-Sai (L) challenges claim that the determination of a prima facie against Torkornoo was unlawful Deputy Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Justice Srem-Sai, has defended the determination that there was a prima facie case against the sacked Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo, by the Council of State after three petitions were filed for her removal.In his statement of case in a suit filed at the Supreme Court, challenging the determination of the prima facie case against the former Chief Justice, the deputy attorney general argued that there was nothing wrong with the decision of the Council of State.The plaintiff in…

Breaking the Cycle of Patronage PoliticsIn Ghana, the expectation that voting for a political party entitles citizens to personal rewards—jobs, contracts, or favors—has become disturbingly routine. This culture of transactional politics, rooted in patronage, distorts the very essence of democracy. It weakens institutions, fuels corruption, and undermines public trust. But democracy is not a reward system. In advanced democracies, voters demand policies, not paybacks. They hold leaders accountable through institutions, not loyalty. Ghana must rise to this standard. Ghana’s democracy is being quietly eroded—not by coups or censorship, but by the everyday expectation that votes must be rewarded with favors.…

Estel Chemist Limited has clinched the Excellence in Customer Service (Pharmacy Industry) award at the 7th CENBA Africa Business Excellence Awards, cementing Chemist Limited has clinched the Excellence in Customer Service (Pharmacy Industry) award at the 7th CENBA Africa Business Excellence Awards, cementing Chemist Limited has clinched the Excellence in Customer Service (Pharmacy Industry) award at the 7th CENBA Africa Business Excellence Awards, cementing its reputation as a leader in patient-focused pharmaceutical care.The ceremony, held at the Golden Bean Hotel in Kumasi, brought together captains of industry, professionals, and stakeholders to celebrate businesses that deliver impact beyond profit. Estel Chemist…