The renewed curfew took effect on Monday, June 9, 2025

The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, has announced the review of curfew hours in Walewale and its environs in the North East Region of Ghana.

According to a statement released by the Minister for the Interior on June 9, 2025, the review follows recommendations from the North East Regional Security Council and backed by an Executive Instrument.

The renewed curfew took effect on Monday, June 9, 2025, and will cover the hours of 10:00 pm to 4:00 am.

“The Minister for the Interior, on the advice of the North East Regional Security Council and by Executive Instrument, has renewed the curfew hours on Walewale and its environs in the North East Region from 10:00 pm to 4:00 am, effective Monday, June 9, 2025,” part of the statement read.

The statement from the ministry urged chiefs, elders, opinion leaders, youth, and residents to remain calm and prioritise non-violent solutions in their effort to maintain peace in the area.

In another breadth, the government has placed a total ban on the possession of arms, ammunition, and any dangerous weapons in Walewale and its surrounding areas.

Anyone found carrying such items will be arrested and prosecuted.

It would be recalled that in April, some irate youth in Walewale vandalised the vehicle of the North East Regional Minister, Tia Ibrahim, during a violent attack, leading to damage of properties and injuring persons.

The riot, which stemmed from their discontent over the government’s imposition of a curfew in the region, was brought under control after the timely intervention of the military.

In their estimation, the curfew does not address the real issues of insecurity and crime along the Bawku, Bolga, Walewale, and Tamale highways.

Instead, they believe it may deepen tensions and further disconnect the government from the people.

Meanwhile, concerns have been raised about the presence of military personnel in Walewale, with reports of alleged brutality.

Some citizens claimed the confrontations resulted in one casualty, while several were hospitalised for varying degrees of injury.

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Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George

The Minister of Communication, Digitalisation and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has noted that from July 1, 2025, there will be a 10-15% increase in the value of data bundles.

According to him, this comes after a series of engagements with the telecommunications companies.

He announced this at a press briefing on June 10, 2025.

“I am pleased to announce that my engagement with the CEOs has resulted in the following specific measures, which are to take effect from Tuesday, 1st of July 2025. A 10% increase in all data bundles currently offered by the networks,” Sam George said.

In addition to the 10% increase, other special bundles whose value had reduced drastically over the years will be restored on July 1, 2025.

For AT, the GH¢400 bundle, which currently offers 195 gigabytes of data, will now offer 236 gigabytes of data.

Ghana Telecommunications Company Limited – Telecel, will also effect a 10% increase in all data bundles currently offered by the network.

“The GH¢400 bundle, which currently offers 90 gigabytes, will offer 250 gigabytes from the 1st of July. ScanCom Ghana Limited, MTN, a 15% increase in all data bundles currently offered by the network.

“And I’m pleased to announce the restoration of the GH¢399 bundle, which currently has been changed to the GH¢350 bundle that offers 92.88 gig, will henceforth be reinstated to 214 gig for GH¢399,” Sam George said.

He also noted that sanctions will apply to telcos who refuse to apply the revised rates.

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Telecommunications giant, Telecel Ghana has launched its most rewarding consumer promotion yet, Telecel 2Moorch Money, a nationwide cash giveaway campaign set to reward customers daily, weekly and climax with a staggering grand prize of GH₵ 1.2 million.

The promo, which runs from June until September, will reward over 10,000 customers with daily, weekly, and grand prize draws. Throughout the duration of the promotion, 120 customers will each win GH₵ 100 daily; up to eight winners will receive GH₵ 20,000 every week; and at the end of the campaign, the luckiest Telecel user will take home the life-changing sum of GH₵ 1.2 million.

The Telecel 2Moorch Money Promo is an enhanced version of last year’s highly successful Telecel More Money campaign and is designed to reward the telco’s loyal customers across the country.

The promo is open to all prepaid, hybrid, and enterprise customers with users simply opting in for free and participating by recharging their airtime or buying bundles on the network.

Speaking at the launch, Aneth Muga, Acting Director of Consumer Business at Telecel Ghana, highlighted the telco’s commitment to rewarding its loyal customers. “Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and the 2Moorch Money promo is our way of showing appreciation for their continued trust and loyalty. This year, we’ve taken the rewards a notch higher with more cash, more winners, and more reasons to smile every day on the Telecel network.”

Participation in the Telecel 2Moorch Money promo is simple and free. Customers can opt in by dialing *500# or sending the word “WIN” via SMS to 500, or activating the promo through the Telecel Play App. Once subscribed, customers earn entries into the daily and weekly draws by recharging airtime or purchasing bundles of GH₵ 5 or more. Customers who use Telecel Cash for these transactions automatically receive double entries, increasing their chances of winning.

All draws are conducted under the supervision of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) on the Caritas Lottery platform ensuring fairness, transparency, and full regulatory compliance. At the launch, Beryl Adom, Marketing Executive of NLA, reiterated the organisation’s role in safeguarding the integrity of the promotion.

“As regulators, our role is to ensure that each draw is secure, random, and above all, fair. Telecel customers can participate with full confidence knowing the process is credible and transparent. We take this opportunity to encourage all Ghanaians who wish to participate to do so responsibly and within their means.”

Daily winners will be credited directly via Telecel Cash and notified via SMS only, with no phone calls. However, only weekly and grand prize winners will be contacted directly by an official Telecel representative, with a 48-hour window to claim their prize after which the prize will move to the next winner.

Customers are reminded never to disclose their PINs or make payments to claim prizes, plus it is essential to have an active Telecel Cash account to receive winnings.
Ellen Oparebea Akoi, the grand prize winner of last year’s More Money campaign, shared her experience of how the campaign transformed her life.

“Winning GH₵ 1 million in last year’s promo really changed my life. I will advise customers to join as it can also turn their lives around like it did mine. The 2Moorch Money promo can be your stepping stone in life.”

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Nkwanta (O/R), June 10, GNA- Mr. Jonathan Korsinah, the Municipal Director of Education in the Nkwanta South Municipality, has assured parents that their wards will be safe during the upcoming Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) in the Municipality. 

A total of 1,911 candidates, comprising 863 females and 1,048 males, will sit for the exams across six designated centres, including Nkwanta SHS ‘A’, Nkwanta Community SHTS, Kyabobo Girls school, Ntruboman SHS, Bonakye Basic School, and Kecheibi Basic School. 

A total of 77 Basic schools comprised of 66 public schools and 11 private schools have registered for this year’s BECE in Municipality.  

Mr. Korsinah urged parents to provide their children with the necessary materials for the exams. 

He assured parents that security personnel are in place to protect the candidates, ensuring a smooth and secure examination process.  

“With preparations in full swing, candidates are expected to take their exams without any disruptions,” he said. 

Mr. Korsinah finally urged candidates to stay away from any form of examination malpractice and rather focus on their books. 

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Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Kenneth Odeng Adade 

Sam George is the Minister of Communications Digitalisation, and Innovation

The Minister for Communications, Digitalisation and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has addressed the press regarding the rising cost of mobile data services in Ghana, a concern that continues to affect millions of consumers and businesses across the country.

In his remarks, the Minister reaffirmed his commitment to tackling the high cost of internet data, which has become a significant barrier to digital inclusion, innovation, and economic growth.

He noted that his Ministry had initiated discussions with major telecom operators to explore ways of making data more affordable for Ghanaians.

These engagements, he explained, were aimed at understanding the cost drivers behind data pricing, including infrastructure costs, taxes, and regulatory fees and identifying policy levers that could support more competitive pricing.

The minister is however expected to provide an update in the coming weeks on the outcomes of these negotiations and outline a roadmap for improving affordability and access to digital services nationwide.

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Dr Randy Abbey is the CEO of the Ghana Cocoa Board

The Chief Executive of COCOBOD, Dr Randy Abbey, has noted that Ghana is likely to miss the cocoa production target in the 2024/2025 crop season.

According to him, the target for the season was 610,000 tonnes, but currently, COCOBOD has only raised 590,000 tonnes, and he is unsure if that could change soon before the end of the season.

“I don’t think that much will change, looking at the time we have to end the crop season… we could do about 600,000 [metric tonnes] at most, looking at the fact that we’re now doing the light crop season and we don’t see things turning around that much,” he was quoted by myjoyonline.com.

Dr Abbey also added that his outfit is working to “save” COCOBOD from the huge debts it has been saddled with by the end of 2028.

He noted that the board’s debt ran into GH¢33 billion, adding that, “We are hoping that in four years, the books will be looking good, in terms of returning COCOBOD to some good profits.”

He also announced that, “COCOBOD will also be undertaking some cost-cutting measures that will go a long way to improve its financials going forward.”

Finally, he noted that the government is also implementing other programmes that will impact production levels for the new crop season.

“We will also look at some innovative measures to encourage the farmers to improve their yields,” the Chief Executive of COCOBOD added.

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Suspected shooter reported to have died by suicide as country mourns after one of its worst mass shootings.

A gunman has killed nine people and injured at least another 10 in a shooting at a school in the Austrian city of Graz.

Police were deployed to the BORG Dreierschutzengasse school in Austria’s second largest city on Tuesday morning after shots were heard.

The suspected attacker is also dead, according to the Austrian Press Agency, bringing the total death toll to 10.

Police said they arrived at the school shortly after the shots were reported and secured the premises.

“No further danger is expected,” the police said, adding that students had been evacuated and were receiving support from a crisis intervention team along with their parents.

Among those killed were at least seven students, Graz Mayor Elke Kahr said, describing the attack as a “terrible tragedy”. At least one adult was also killed.

Local media reports identified the suspect as a 22-year-old former student who had been a victim of bullying.

He reportedly carried a pistol and a shotgun and opened fire on pupils in two classrooms, one of which had once been his classroom. Media reports said he died by suicide and his body was found in a bathroom.

The Kronen Zeitung newspaper reported shots were first heard about 10am (08:00 GMT) and the attack was carried out across two classrooms at the upper secondary school, which is attended by pupils 14 years and older.
Police said they are working on the assumption that there was a sole suspect.

The attack is reported to be one of the country’s worst mass shootings.

Chancellor Christian Stocker planned to travel to the school, a spokeswoman said. Interior Minister Gerhard Karner was also expected at the scene.

Mario Kunasek, governor of the southeastern Austrian state of Styria, of which Graz – which has a population of about 300,000 people – is the capital, expressed condolences to families of the victims.

“As a father, I am deeply saddened by this insane act, which has caused so much harm and incredible suffering,” he said. “My thoughts are with the innocent victims, families and teachers.”

A spokeswoman for European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen called the killings “absolutely horrible and tragic”.

“We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of the victims and the entire city of Graz. We stand together in mourning while we seek clarity in the wake of this horrible event,” she said.

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By Daniel Agbesi Latsu/Kingsley Mamore

Dambai (O/R), June 10, GNA- The Nurses and Midwives strike is taking a heavy toll on healthcare delivery in the Oti region, with the Dambai Polyclinic in the Krachi East Municipality being brought to no activity and severely disrupting services.  

The strike has left patients struggling to access medical care, with many expressing frustration and concern. 

A visit to the facility by the Ghana News Agency (GNA), revealed a stark contrast to its usual bustling atmosphere, with only a handful of staff, including dispensary workers and records keepers, present. 

The absence of nurses has created a significant vacuum in healthcare delivery in the area and the government must intervene immediately. 

Most residents, who were engaged by GNA, are urging authorities to find an urgent solution to the crisis, highlighting the need for uninterrupted healthcare services.  

The outcome of ongoing negotiations between the nurses’ union and authorities remains uncertain, leaving patients in limbo. 

The strike has raised concerns about the impact on patients’ health, particularly those with critical medical conditions. A swift resolution is eagerly awaited to restore normalcy to the facility. 

Meanwhile, at the Kadjebi Health Centre, a visit by the Ghana News Agency, at about 1000 hours on Tuesday, June 10, revealed a sorrowful situation of no activity with the GRNMA members were virtually absent, except for those belonging to the Union of Professional Nurses and Midwives, Ghana (UPNMG). 

GNA’s attempt to speak with Mr. Joseph Yekple, the Kadjebi District Chairman of GRNMA, failed as he refused to pick up the calls after the reporter introduced himself. 

However, a former Kadjebi District Executive member of GRNMA, who wished to remain anonymous, stated that they are demanding rural incentives for nurses and midwives serving in deprived and remote areas. 

She indicated that they are also asking for free healthcare for all nurses and the payment of a 13-month allowance for all nurses. 

Additionally, she mentioned that they are calling for a fuel allowance for senior nurses, asserting that their demands are legitimate and that the government should heed them. 

Ms. Rashida Mahama, a pregnant woman, who was met by GNA at the maternity block, added her voice to the appeal for the government to listen to the striking nurses and midwives so they can return to work. 

She said patients are feeling the brunt of the industrial action the most and the dutybearers. 

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Edited by Maxwell Awumah/Kenneth Odeng Adade 

The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South Constituency in the Eastern Region, Dr Kingsley Agyemang, has launched the fourth edition of the Dr Kingsley Agyemang (DKA) BECE Project ahead of the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), which begins on Wednesday, 11th June 2025.

The initiative underscores his steadfast commitment to education and youth empowerment across the constituency.

Established as a cornerstone of the constituency’s educational support framework, the DKA BECE Project aims to remove logistical and financial barriers that often hinder students from performing their best in national examinations.

This year, the programme will benefit all 1,508 BECE candidates across Abuakwa South Municipality.

The support includes free meals throughout the examination period, complimentary transport for 720 candidates from remote communities, and mathematical sets for every student to ensure full preparedness.

Speaking at the launch, Dr Agyemang emphasised the initiative’s broader purpose beyond material support, highlighting its role in building self-confidence and ensuring equitable access to education.

“This initiative isn’t just about logistics,” he stated. “It’s about fairness, access, and empowerment. Every child deserves to sit their exams with dignity, confidence, and peace of mind,” he said.

He offered words of encouragement to the candidates, “To all our BECE candidates: we believe in you, we’re proud of you, and we’re walking this journey with you. Together, let’s nurture the seeds of tomorrow’s success.”

The DKA BECE Project continues to earn praise from parents, educators, and community leaders for improving academic performance and fostering inclusive community development.

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The Mampong Traditional Council with the consent of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene held the burial rites for the late Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, Mamponghene from Saturday, June 7 to Monday, June 9, 2025.

Photojournalist Samuel Moore was at Mampong to capture the story of the final day rites for the late chief in the following photographs.

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Former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta and SML boss, Christian Sottie

Reports have noted that the Office of the Special Prosecutor has raided the offices of Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML)

According to reports on manassehazure.com, the raid was carried out by the OSP together with the National Security Secretariat.

The report also noted that the search was carried out simultaneously at the Osu and Tema offices of SML.

SML is also at the centre of the investigation being carried out by OSP against the former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta.

The OSP is reportedly in the advanced stages of its investigation involving a deal signed by the former minister and SML.

Manassehazure.com’s reports have noted that the OSP is interested in electronic information from the company’s servers.

SML was awarded a number of contracts by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and the Ministry of Finance, under Ken Ofori-Atta, who is currently under investigation for causing financial loss to the state.

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