The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, is expected to report to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service today, Monday, May 26, 2025.
His appearance follows a failed attempt by a combined team of National Security and police officers to arrest him at his residence last Friday, May 23.
Christiana Awuni, one of Kumawood’s most respected actresses, is known not only for her commanding presence on screen but also for her bold and confident fashion style. Her fashion choices reflect her strong personality elegant, mature, and unapologetically Ghanaian.
Often seen in stylish African prints, lace gowns, and custom-made outfits, Christiana Awuni embraces her curves and age with grace. She prefers traditional and decent styles that highlight her figure while maintaining class and modesty. Her love for colorful fabrics and detailed embroidery gives her a regal look at public events and award shows. Here are some pictures of the actress which has generated into a conversation on social media.
On social media and in public appearances, she often encourages body confidence and self-love, showing that fashion is not just for the young or slim, but for every woman who embraces herself fully.
Christiana Awuni’s fashion sense is a blend of culture, confidence, and elegance. She continues to inspire many Ghanaian women, especially in the plus-size community, to dress with pride and own their beauty with style. She has featured in over 100 kumawood movies, acting with stars like, Agya Koo, Kojo Nkanasah lilwin, Matilda Asare, Mercy Asiedu, Nana Ama Mc Brown, Among others.
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Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam
The former Finance Minister and Ranking Member of Parliament’s Finance Committee, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has refuted claims by his colleague from the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC), Isaac Adongo that the recent signs of macroeconomic stability in Ghana are the result of policies by the new Mahama-led administration.
In a rejoinder issued on Sunday, Dr. Amin Adam argued that the country’s ongoing recovery stems from years of structured economic reforms, not a sudden turnaround by the government in power for barely four months.
Dr. Adam described Mr. Adongo’s assertions as misleading, emphasising that the country’s improving indicators – such as the appreciating cedi, declining inflation, and credit rating upgrades – are built on a foundation laid by the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration.
“The idea that four months of governance has reversed the country’s economic trajectory is not only false but dangerous,” the NPP MP for Karaga stated and added, “The economic recovery we see today is the result of deliberate reforms undertaken between 2022 and 2024, including fiscal consolidation, revenue mobilisation, and international negotiations to restore macroeconomic credibility.”
Citing the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) April 2025 review, the former Finance Minister noted that the IMF recognised Ghana’s economic improvements such as stronger-than-expected growth, external sector resilience, and accumulation of reserves before the current government assumed office.
He also referenced the IMF’s December 2024 report that highlighted recovering growth and improved fiscal and external balances.
On debt management, Dr. Adam attributed recent credit upgrades and improved debt sustainability to the difficult but essential debt restructuring efforts by the previous administration. These included the October 2024 Eurobond exchange, domestic debt restructuring, and bilateral debt negotiations that culminated in nearly $12.5 billion in debt relief and rescheduling.
“These processes were concluded before the new government took office. Ghana’s debt-to-GDP ratio fell from 80.4% in 2020 to 61.8% by December 2024, and further to 53.7% in January 2025. Unfortunately, that trend has reversed under the current government, with debt rising to 55% and total public debt increasing by over GH¢42 billion in just three months,” the former Finance Minister indicated.
He further dismissed claims of improved export performance under the Mahama administration, pointing out that the trade surplus of 6.1% of GDP in 2024 was achieved through consistent export growth strategies under the NPP.
In terms of reserves and exchange rate stability, Dr. Adam emphasised that the current foreign reserve level of nearly $9 billion was built by the former government, enabling the Bank of Ghana to intervene strongly in the forex market.
Despite these achievements, Dr. Adam warned that inflation and high interest rates still signal fragility. He called on the government to move beyond claiming credit and focus on clearing arrears, restoring access to external finance, and launching its own economic plan.
“The time for political credit wars must end,” he concluded. “Ghanaians deserve sustainable progress—not applause built on someone else’s hard work.”
By Ernest Kofi Adu
Renowned Kannywood actress Mansura Isa has shared a gripping account of betrayal, heartbreak, and deception, revealing the shocking circumstances that led to the sudden collapse of her second marriage — a union she once believed was built on love but ultimately unraveled like a script from a tragic film.
Speaking candidly on the BBC Hausa programme Mahangar Zamani, alongside fellow actress Fati Mohammad, Mansura detailed how her whirlwind romance quickly turned into a calculated plot to exploit her influence and access to a lucrative film contract.
“I got married because I truly loved him. I was convinced it was mutual,” she said. “But later, I realized he had other plans all along.”
Mansura’s second marriage made headlines in June 2024, following her remarriage after a public separation from her first husband, Kannywood star Sani Danja. Together, the former couple had built a reputation as one of the industry’s most admired duos and share four children — Iman, Khalifa, Sultan, and Sudais.
But her new beginning was short-lived. According to Mansura, the man she married had used a family connection to worm his way into her trust while she was working on a film project in Lagos. With no representative in the city, she accepted his offer to assist her — a decision that would soon haunt her.
“He came to the wedding with a document, asking me to sign it,” she recalled. “It was an agreement giving him full control over a N4 billion contract under the guise of managing it as my husband. I trusted him — I signed it.”
What followed was a chilling betrayal. He vanished the very next day, cutting off all communication.
When confronted later by acquaintances in Lagos, he reportedly claimed to have forgotten he was even married. It wasn’t until external pressure mounted that he sent a formal divorce notice.
Fati Mohammad, a veteran of the Kannywood industry and no stranger to public scrutiny, weighed in on the broader issue, calling out the unfair stigma placed on actresses whose marriages fail.
“There’s this assumption that actresses can’t sustain marriages because they want lavish lifestyles, but that’s far from the truth,” she said. “Some men target us because of our fame, not because of love.”
Mansura’s story has struck a nerve across social media, not just for its shocking details but for the broader questions it raises about trust, vulnerability, and how fame can become a weapon in the hands of the manipulative.
From the romantic spectacle of a wedding with a one million naira bride price to a cold, calculated exit — her experience reads less like a love story and more like a cautionary tale.
“I thought I was entering a new chapter,” she said quietly. “Instead, I walked into a trap.”
Source: Daily Post Newspaper
A 24-unit accommodation facility for junior officers of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has been inaugurated at Savelugu in the Northern Region.
The four-storey facility, constructed by the State Housing Company, is part of the government’s efforts to improve the living conditions of security personnel and enhance national security operations in the area.
Additionally, sod has been cut for the construction of another 24-unit facility in Tamale.
The new project, estimated at GH¢10 million and designed specifically for senior officers stationed at the Tamale International Airport, will include modern amenities to meet the operational and residential needs of the officers.
At a brief ceremony to inaugurate and cut sod for the additional facility, the Minister for the Interior, Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, indicated that the project began in 2016 when the government, acting through the Ghana Immigration Service, entered into an agreement with the State Housing Company to address the acute accommodation challenges faced by the service.
“This project stands as a beacon and testament to the government’s commitment to improving the welfare of our security officers and their families. We believe that when our officers are well housed, they are better equipped to perform their duties efficiently and effectively,” he said.
He lauded the State Housing Company for the quality of work delivered and extended appreciation to the traditional authorities and community stakeholders whose support made the project a success.
Alhaji Mubarak acknowledged the sacrifices and dedication of the GIS officers in maintaining the integrity of Ghana’s borders and safeguarding national peace.
The acting Comptroller-General of the GIS, Samuel Basintale Amadu, expressed gratitude to the government for its continued support and stressed that the new accommodation will significantly reduce the stress associated with housing and enhance operations.
He expressed his outfit’s commitment to put the facility to good use and ensure a proper maintenance culture.
The Managing Director of the State Housing Company, John Bawah, recounted that the partnership began in 2016 with the completion of four residential units for the GIS in Tamale, followed by two more in Wa and the renovation of the GIS regional commander’s residence in Bolgatanga in 2022.
He added that a number of new projects were in the pipeline, including a regional GIS office in Tamale, a district office at Tatale, a new border post near Yendi and other facilities across the country aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the GIS.
The Northern Regional Minister, Ali Adolf John, also highlighted inadequate logistics as a key challenge hampering the operations of the service and called for more resources to enhance security operations in the north.
Former Member of Parliament for Madina, Alhaji Amadu Sorogho, has expressed concerns regarding the methods employed by security personnel during the attempted arrest of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), also known as Chairman Wontumi.
In an interview with Channel One TV, Mr. Sorogho emphasized that the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) could have approached the situation more appropriately, suggesting that legal channels, such as obtaining a court order, would have been preferable rather than deploying a significant number of heavily armed officers to Mr. Boasiako’s residence.
“Wontumi was invited, and he refused to honour the invitation. I am not in favour of so many armed men going after one person. To me, it is not because the state is more powerful than the individual. There are so many avenues you can use to call the person, and if the person doesn’t come, you can even go to court,” he stated.
While acknowledging that the security agencies may have acted within their legal framework by obtaining a warrant, Sorogho expressed concerns about the execution of the operation, particularly regarding the necessity and proportionality of the force used.
“But I am happy that they went with the warrant. Maybe the mode is what I am talking about, but not the actual deed itself,” he added.
Chairman Wontumi is scheduled to appear before the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service today, Monday, May 26, 2025. This follows an unsuccessful attempt by a joint team of National Security operatives and police officials to apprehend him at his residence on Friday, May 23.
Source: Adomonline
Mobile money usage continued to grow, reaching 75.2 million registered accounts and transaction values topping GHS 365 billion in April.
The Bank of Ghana ’s May 2025 report reveals a mix of progress and ongoing challenges across key economic sectors.
Annual inflation fell to 21.2% in April 2025, down from 22.4% the previous month, with food prices rising 25.0% year-on-year and non-food inflation easing to 17.9%. Monthly inflation remained low at 0.8%, indicating short-term price stability.
Ghana’s real GDP growth for Q1 2025 stood at 3.6%, showing a slowdown from the 7.2% recorded in the previous quarter. The non-oil sector posted a stronger 4.4% growth, supported by services and agriculture.
The Bank maintained its Monetary Policy Rate at 28%, while average lending rates dropped to 27.4%, signaling modest easing in credit conditions. Meanwhile, the Ghana cedi showed significant appreciation, rising 24.1% against the US dollar since the beginning of the year.
In external trade, the country posted a cumulative trade surplus of USD 4.14 billion as of April 2025, driven largely by strong gold and cocoa exports. Gross international reserves rose to USD 10.67 billion, covering 4.7 months of imports.
On the fiscal front, public debt stood at GHS 769.4 billion, about 55% of GDP, with external debt accounting for GHS 442.5 billion.
The banking sector remained stable with a capital adequacy ratio of 17.5%, despite a high non-performing loan ratio of 23.6%. Mobile money usage continued to grow, reaching 75.2 million registered accounts and transaction values topping GHS 365 billion in April.
Overall, while inflation is easing and external buffers have strengthened, growth momentum and credit expansion appear to be softening.
File photo of a worried woman
Dear GhanaWeb,
I’ve been in a relationship with my boyfriend for over four years now. In the beginning, he was loving, sweet, and attentive. He made me feel cherished, and I truly believed he was the one.
I prayed for him daily, supported him emotionally and financially, and hoped we would settle down and build a life together.
But over time, everything changed. He’s become distant and cold. He barely calls or texts anymore, and when he does, it feels forced.
He’s always “busy” and only sees me occasionally. It feels like I’m the only one trying to keep the relationship alive. Talking to him now leaves me feeling drained and heartbroken.
I spend more time crying and worrying than feeling loved or valued.
I’m 29 and he’s 34. At this point, we should be talking about marriage, but he avoids any serious conversations.
He used to care deeply about my life and well-being, but for over a year now, he’s been emotionally absent.
He doesn’t contribute anything financially, but I haven’t been bothered because I have a job. In fact, I often support him, even paying for things he should be handling himself.
We saved and bought land together. I contributed GH₵80,000, and he added some more to purchase and wall the land. He also owes me an additional GH₵20,000 which I gave him recently for something urgent.
Unfortunately, the land is registered in his name alone, and now I have nothing left in my account.
These investments and sacrifices make it hard for me to walk away, even when I feel unloved and disrespected.
I still love him and wish he would take us seriously, but I feel used and taken for granted. I’ve gone through so much for him, including four abortions, and I’m left wondering what I got in return.
Every time I try to end things, he makes grand promises that he’s working hard for our future, asking me to be patient. But I no longer know what to believe. I’m exhausted emotionally and financially.
Please, what should I do? Should I leave this man who won’t officially end things but clearly doesn’t value me anymore? How do I begin to rebuild my life after giving him so much?
And most importantly, how can I retrieve my share of the land and the money when everything is in his name?
I feel like I’ve lost myself in this relationship, and I don’t know how to find my way out.
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Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has dismissed a local staff over corrupt practices
A local staff at the Ghanaian embassy in Washington DC identified as Fred Kwarteng, has been dismissed with immediate effect by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa for engaging in alleged corrupt practices.
Fred Kwarteng, a local staff recruited in 2017 to work at the embassy is reported by the minister to have illegally diverted visa and passport applicants into his privately owned company called Ghana Travel Consultants.
According to Ablakwa, Kwarteng upon interrogation admitted to using his private company to charge extra fees for multiple services without the knowledge of the Foreign Affairs Ministry, and additionally kept the entire revenue generated in his private account.
“Mr Kwarteng was a local staff recruited on August 11, 2017 to work in the embassy’s IT department. According to findings and his own admission, he created an unauthorised link on the embassy’s website which diverted visa and passport applicants to his company, Ghana Travel Consultants (GTC) where he charged extra for multiple services on the blind side of the ministry and kept the entire proceeds in his private account,” the minister indicated on Monday, May 26, 2025.
The fees charged by Kwarteng were not approved by either the Ministry of Foreign Affairs or Parliament, thereby constituting a violation of the Fees and Charges Act.
“His illegal extra charges which were not approved by the ministry and parliament as required under the Fees and Charges Act ranges from US$29.75 to US$60 per applicant. The Investigations reveal that he and his collaborators operated this illegal scheme for at least 5 years,” the statement added.
Ablakwa added that, in addition to the individual’s dismissal, the matter has been referred to the Attorney General for further punitive action.
He also emphasised that all funds illicitly obtained by Kwarteng through his private company will be recovered.
“This conduct has been reported to the Attorney-General for possible prosecution and retrieval of funds obtained through fraudulent schemes,” he added.
Meanwhile, the embassy has been officially shut down to allow for a comprehensive restructuring process. As part of this effort, some staff members have also been suspended, while others have been recalled to Ghana.
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After the heavy rains over the weekend, a lot of debris have been left across many parts of Accra. Watch some of the destructions below:
Baba Rahman plays for PAOK
Ghanaian defender, Baba Rahman, has been dominating conversations on social media ahead of the Black Stars’ game against Nigeria.
The Black Stars will face Nigeria in the 2025 Unity Cup in London on May 28, 2025.
Ahead of the release of the squad, there were reports that Rahman had been invited as part of the team and had even arrived in London to partake in training.
Some Ghanaian football fans were stunned by the news, as the player had decided to stay away from the team some time ago when he was needed to aid the team in the 2025 African Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers.
Others also accused him of making himself available at a time when the Black Stars are on the brink of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup and using the opportunity to revive his career.
There are those who wished him the best upon his return to the team and hoped he would excel to avoid the criticisms he faced previously, which compelled him to excuse himself for some time.
However, the reports turned out to be false, as the player was not included in the official squad released by head coach Otto Addo for the match.
In the 2024/2025 season, Rahman made 46 appearances, scoring 8 goals and providing 4 assists for PAOK.
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🚨🇬🇭Once Upon A Time, Baba Rahman Became German Side Augsburg Biggest Sale, After An Impressive €20m Sale To English Giants Chelsea.
Persistent Injuries Deprived Him Of His Consistency At Chelsea.
He Now Gaining Grounds At POAK. pic.twitter.com/KlJEnVTraK
— Black Stars Hub (@BlackStarsHub) May 25, 2025
Baba Rahman spotted in Black Stars camp ahead of Unity Cuphttps://t.co/1mquH0NB9r#JoySports pic.twitter.com/hGc9JVqgI7
— #JoySports (@JoySportsGH) May 26, 2025
🚨🇬🇭After two years away, Baba Rahman returns to the Black Stars squad Ahead Of The Unity Cup In London.
The LeftBack Have Been One Of Ghana’s Best Performers In Club Football Hence His Return Is A Boost For The Black Stars. pic.twitter.com/tyMdzdFYe5
— Black Stars Hub (@BlackStarsHub) May 25, 2025
BREAKING NEWS: Baba Rahman has returned to Black Stars. He’s currently with the team in London ahead of Unity Cup 2025. #ghana #blackstars #osikanitv #unitycup2025 pic.twitter.com/Tpp8eY5hVV
— OSIKANI tv on YouTube🥇⭕ (@OsikaniOfficial) May 25, 2025
Exclusive After two years away, Baba Rahman returns to the Black Stars squad.
Credit Owuraku Ampofo pic.twitter.com/TdA3v8lJSm
— Issahak Mohammed (@Issahakmohamed) May 25, 2025
wtf 😬
— 🇬🇭SON OF REGWANGWAN (@Eskimi_Citizen) May 26, 2025
Baba rahman is back to the national team our best left back in the country
— KwadasoMorata🐦🇬🇭 (@KwadasoMorata) May 26, 2025
I sense some corruption in the squad list oo eii 😂
)mo a’gye sika anaaa— Gomez💥💸💙 (@GomezGels) May 26, 2025
Watch as Shama SHS emerge overall champions at 2025 Sekondi Schools games
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Ghanaian singer and songwriter Gyakie returns with a moving new single, “Sankofa,” a soulful anthem that explores the power of reflection and emotional truth. Co-written with longtime collaborator Eyram Gbewonyo (Afrolektra), the song marks the beginning of a new chapter in Gyakie’s artistic journey—one that is raw, inward-looking, and brimming with vulnerability.
Rooted in the meaning of the Ghanaian adinkra symbol Sankofa – to go back and retrieve what has been lost – the song delicately captures the beauty in reconnection, closure, and emotional honesty. With stripped-down production and emotive delivery, Gyakie offers listeners a glimpse into the heart of her upcoming debut album.
Soulful songstress and Afrobeats sensation Gyakie is set to unveil her highly anticipated debut album, After Midnight. The project is a deeply personal body of work, inspired by the quiet, reflective, and creatively charged hours that follow midnight—when emotions run deep, inspiration flows, and the world feels at its stillest. Speaking on the album’s essence, Gyakie shares: “Almost all the songs on the album were recorded after midnight. It’s within those hours that I find my best inspiration to write. The peace and quiet, the sounds from the birds, the serenity— everything about that time fuels my creativity.”
Beyond its musical scope, After Midnight is also a reflection of Gyakie’s personal experiences and emotional journey. She opens up about moments of solitude, grief, and healing: “I’ve done a lot of crying after midnight too. When I’m in my down moments, I schedule my tears for when I get home from work, then I let it all out.”
The album’s theme also draws from Gyakie’s upbringing. A cherished family tradition involved her mother praying for her and her siblings after midnight – a ritual that continues to this day. “It was a consistent routine, and it still is. That time of the night holds so much meaning for me,” she adds.
With After Midnight, Gyakie invites listeners into her world – a space where raw emotions, nostalgia, and introspection collide. It’s an album best experienced in the stillness of the night, at 12:01 AM, when honesty flows most freely.
Before After Midnight, Gyakie made her mark with the breakout Seed EP in 2021, led by the chart-topping single Forever, followed by the 2022 My Diary EP, which included collaborations with global icons like Davido. These projects revealed a maturing artist with a distinct voice and a remarkable ability to tell universal stories with soul and grace.
Beyond the music, Gyakie continues to solidify her place as a global innovator. At the 2025 Forbes Summit, she was a featured speaker, offering insights into her sonic evolution and the genre-blending direction of her upcoming work. With influences spanning Afro-fusion, R&B, hip-hop, and highlife, Gyakie is redefining the boundaries of African music on the world stage.
Gyakie is a Ghanaian singer and songwriter celebrated for her rich vocals and emotional storytelling. Since her breakthrough single Forever, she has built a global fanbase with her genre-fluid sound and introspective lyrics. Her debut album After Midnight promises to be her most authentic and transformative work to date.
The political scene in Ghana is heating up as preparations for the 2028 general elections begin to take shape. One name that is already gaining serious attention is that of Dr. , the Member of Parliament for Abetifi and former Minister for Food and Agriculture. Over the weekend, he received a major boost when Andy Kwame Appiah-Kubi, a respected former MP for Asante Akim North, openly declared his full support for Bryan’s presidential ambitions.
Lace has long been celebrated as one of the most exquisite and feminine fabrics in fashion. Its delicate patterns and intricate designs bring a touch of sophistication, romance, and elegance to any woman’s wardrobe. The lace style for women remains timeless, seamlessly blending tradition with modern trends to create stunning outfits suitable for all occasions.
Lace is highly versatile, making it a favorite choice among designers and fashion enthusiasts. Whether incorporated into casual wear, formal dresses, or traditional attires, lace adds texture and detail that elevate the overall look. From sheer lace overlays to embroidered lace trims, the fabric’s intricate patterns can range from floral and geometric to abstract motifs, allowing women to express their personal style beautifully.
One of the most popular uses of lace is in evening gowns and cocktail dresses. A lace gown exudes grace and sophistication, perfect for weddings, galas, or special events. Designers often combine lace with silk, satin, or chiffon to create a luxurious feel. Lace can be used for full dresses, sleeves, bodices, or as accents on skirts, adding dimension and visual interest without overwhelming the outfit.
In everyday fashion, lace is incorporated into blouses, skirts, and even trousers to add a subtle feminine touch. A lace top paired with jeans or tailored pants can transform a simple outfit into a chic statement. Lace camisoles layered under jackets or cardigans offer a peek of elegance suitable for both office and casual settings.
Lace is also widely used in traditional and cultural clothing, particularly in African fashion. Lace fabrics are often richly embroidered and dyed in vibrant colors to create beautiful ensembles for ceremonies, celebrations, and religious events. The combination of lace with other fabrics like Ankara or brocade allows for creative and eye-catching designs that honor cultural heritage while embracing contemporary fashion.
Caring for lace requires gentle handling to preserve its delicate fibers, but its timeless appeal makes it well worth the effort. For women seeking an elegant, versatile, and classic style, lace remains an unmatched fabric that continues to inspire designers and fashion lovers alike. Whether worn in subtle accents or bold statements, lace style for women embodies grace, beauty, and sophistication at every turn.
By Iddi Yire
Accra, May 26, GNA – President John Dramani Mahama has congratulated Pope Leo XIV on his election as the new head of the Catholic Church.
The President extended the congratulatory message to the Pope, during a courtesy call him at the Presidency in Accra by a 20-Member Delegation of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC), led by its President, Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, who is also the Catholic Bishop of Sunyani Diocese.
The Bishops were at the Presidency to congratulate the President on his massive victory in the December 7, 2024, general election and to present a litany of issues of national concern for his attention, such as the menace of illegal mining, the education reform, governance, and electoral reforms.
President Mahama shared his hope that Pope Leo would follow in the compassionate and impactful footsteps of Pope Francis, who held a special place in his heart for Africa.
The President noted that it was an honour to receive the Bishops’ Conference because of their support, prayers, and the opportunity to discuss critical national issues as he had done before the elections.
He extended his appreciation to the Conference for its strong stance against the devastation being caused by illegal mining (galamsey) and their call for decisive action.
He said the GCBC ‘s suggestions for credible and sustainable alternatives were equally important for those involved and remain one of the effective strategies that the government has been committed to.
The President thanked the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference for its dedication to the development and well-being of the country.
“As a government, we are committed to working together to address these challenges and build the Ghana we want,” he said.
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Kenneth Odeng Adade
Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti, an Oncology Nurse Specialist at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, has won the prestigious Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025, earning a cash prize of $250,000.
Mrs. Oti was selected from over 100,000 nominations submitted from 199 countries and emerged among the top 10 global finalists.
Her win, alongside finalist Khadija Mohamed Juma of Kenya, marks a proud moment for African healthcare on the international stage.
She received the award at a grand ceremony held in Dubai on Monday, May 26, 2025.
The Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award recognises exceptional nurses worldwide who have shown outstanding leadership, commitment, and impact in the healthcare sector.
Mrs. Oti, who also serves as Head of Nursing at Ghana’s National Radiotherapy Oncology and Nuclear Medicine Centre, was honoured for her transformational contributions to cancer care across Africa.
With a career spanning over 23 years, Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti has made pioneering strides in oncology nursing in Ghana. She has:
Trained and mentored over 60 oncology nurse specialists and 10 breast care nurses
Developed Ghana’s first postgraduate oncology nursing curriculum in 2015
Played a key role in building specialist oncology capacity nationwide
Her work extends internationally as well. She is:
A member of the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC)
A co-investigator on the Global Bridges Oncology Grant
A global faculty member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Courses
In recognition of her achievements, Mrs. Oti has received numerous honours, including the Ministry of Health’s Excellence Award and the Dr Dorcia Kisseh International Award.
The Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award was launched in 2022 by Aster DM Healthcare to celebrate the vital contributions of nurses to global health and to connect healthcare stakeholders across continents.
2022: Anna Qabale Duba (Kenya) won the inaugural award from over 24,000 nominees.
2023: Margaret Helen Shepherd (UK), a leading diabetes nurse, was awarded at a ceremony in London.
2024: Maria Victoria Juan (Philippines), a military nurse, won the award in Bengaluru, India.
The 2025 award shortlisted ten remarkable nurses from across the globe:
Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti – Ghana
Khadija Mohamed Juma – Kenya
Catherine Maree Holliday – Switzerland
Edith Namba – Papua New Guinea
Fitz Gerald Dalina Camacho – UAE
Dr Jed Ray Gengoba Montayre – Hong Kong SAR
Dr Jose Arnold Tariga – USA
Maheswari Jaganathan – Malaysia
Dr Sukhpal Kaur – India
Vibhaben Gunvantbhai Salaliya – India
Mrs. Oti’s recognition affirms Ghana’s growing role in advancing cancer care in Africa and celebrates the immense value of dedicated nursing professionals on the global frontlines of healthcare.
The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) reacted following the show between Godwin Nnadiekwe and Zubby Michael on a movie set
Producer Stanley Ontop disclosed in an update that he received a call from the AGN president, saying the guild is set to take action
It was earlier reported that Godwin Nnadiekwe had been hospitalised with internal bleeding after Zubby Michael kicked him
Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti, an Oncology Nurse Specialist at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, has won the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025, which comes with a $250,000 cash prize. She was chosen from more than 100,000 nominations submitted across 199 countries.
The Oncology Nurse Specialist at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH), Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti, was selected among the top 10 finalists for the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award 2025, which comes with a $250,000 cash prize.
She was chosen from over 100,000 nominations submitted by 199 countries.
Award
The award recognises exceptional nurses who have demonstrated exemplary commitment and leadership in advancing health care.
Her selection, along with Kenya’s Khadija Mohamed Juma, marks a significant moment for African healthcare excellence on the global stage. The eventual winner will be announced at a grand ceremony in Dubai on Monday, May 26, 2025.
Mrs Oti, who also serves as Head of Nursing at Ghana’s National Radiotherapy Oncology and Nuclear Medicine Centre, is being recognised for her transformative impact on cancer care across Africa.
Career
With over a 23-year career, Mrs Oti has pioneered specialist oncology training in Ghana, mentored over 60 oncology nurse specialists and 10 breast care nurses, and helped develop the country’s first postgraduate oncology nursing curriculum in 2015.
Her work extends beyond Ghana’s borders. She is a member of the African Organisation for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC) and a co-investigator on the Global Bridges Oncology Grant.
She also serves as global faculty for the American Society of Clinical Oncology’s Multidisciplinary Cancer Management Courses.
Her efforts have earned her numerous accolades, including the Ministry of Health’s Excellence Award and the Dr Dorcia Kisseh International Award.
Commendation
Dr Azad Moopen, Founder Chairman of Aster DM Healthcare, praised the impact of the two African finalists.
“Their stories demonstrate extraordinary courage, innovation, and commitment to community health, whether it’s transforming cancer care or revolutionising blood donation systems.
These nurses are redefining leadership in healthcare,” he said.
Previous award winners
To recognise the phenomenal contribution of nurses to humanity and bring key stakeholders together, Aster DM Healthcare conducted the first-ever Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award ceremony on May 12, 2022, at the International Nurses Day at the Atlantis, Dubai, where Anna Qabale Duba from Kenya emerged victorious from among 24,000 nurses.
The second edition of the award took place at the Queen Elizabeth II Centre in London on May 12, 2023, with the UK’s leading nurse for monogenic diabetes, Margaret Helen Shepherd, winning the grand prize of $250,000.
In 2024, the Aster Guardians Global Nursing Award was held in the Silicon Valley of India, and Maria Victoria Juan from the Philippines, a Consultant at the Philippines Army Health Services and Colonel, Reserve Force of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, won the $250,000 cash prize.
2025 Finalists
The 2025 finalists are Catherine Maree Holliday, Switzerland; Edith Namba, Papua New Guinea; Fitz Gerald Dalina Camacho, UAE; Dr Jed Ray Gengoba Montayre, Hong Kong SAR; Dr Jose Arnold Tariga, USA; Khadija Mohamed Juma, Kenya; Maheswari Jaganathan, Malaysia; Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti, Ghana; Dr Sukhpal Kaur, India; and Vibhaben Gunvantbhai Salaliya, India.
Expectations
Speaking to the Daily Graphic, Mrs Oti said she felt humbled by the award, saying a win for her would be a win for the whole nursing fraternity in the country.
She said it had not been easy for her since the application, adding that it took her three days to complete the application process.
She thanked God, her family, her institution and all who had supported her to come this far.
In a separate interview, the Public Relations Officer at the KBTH, Mustapha Salifu, said the management of the hospital had over the past few weeks rallied support from the staff and other people for Mrs Oti.
He said the hospital supported her to fulfil all the requirements needed when she was bidding for the award.
The FirstBank Ghana has presented a cash amount of GH¢50,000 to support the Ga Education Fund established by the Ga Mantse, Nii Tackie Teiko Tsuru II. The Fund is aimed at supporting and empowering brilliant needy children in the Ga State.
At a brief meeting in Accra last Friday, a delegation from FirstBank Ghana led by the Managing Director (MD) of the Bank, Victor Yaw Asante, also donated an amount of GH¢50,000, packs of water and assorted drinks to support the celebration of the Homowo festival this year.
Mr Asante, who presented the money and items to the Ga Mantse pledged the Bank’s annual support to the Fund.
He explained that the Ga Mantse has been active in providing educational support to needy individuals, a cause the Bank was ready to contribute to.
He said their gesture underscored their commitment to education, praising the Ga Mantse’s efforts in providing educational support to those in need.
Mr Asante emphasised that their support was not a one-time event, but said they would continue with their contributions to the Fund.
Initiatives
The Managing Director said the Bank had been supporting initiatives, particularly in the education and health sectors.
“We came here to announce our support, we will start this year, and we expect to stay with him annually.
“We support a lot of initiatives sometimes directly, sometimes we do through organisation and institutions, and this particular one is with the Ga Mantse through his education fund,” he added.
He said it was important to support the Ga State annual event, Homowo, to celebrate the culture and traditions of the Ga people as well as the country as a whole.
He indicated that the Bank would continue to engage in various social support programs to improve the wellbeing of people and contribute to the development of the country.
The Ga Mantse thanked the delegation from FirstBank for their kind gesture and asked for God’s blessing for their life and prosperity for business.
He urged them to fulfill their pledge to contribute to the Fund and not make their support a one-off thing.
The Chief of Staff of the Ga State, Justice Julia Naa-Yarley Adjei Amoah, also thanked the team from FirstBank, urging them to continuously support the Fund.
By Elsie Appiah-Osei
Accra, May 26, GNA – The Second Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament will commence on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, at 10 O’clock in the Forenoon at Parliament House, Accra.
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, announced in a statement issued on Monday and copied to the Ghana News Agency.
It said: “Pursuant to Order 58 of the Standing Orders of the Parliament of Ghana, I, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, Speaker of Parliament hereby give notice that the Second Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic will commence on Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at Ten O’clock in the forenoon at Parliament House, Accra.”
This Meeting marks the resumption of parliamentary business following a recess period on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
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Johnson & Johnson Middle East FZ-LLC has announced a strategic partnership with the University of Ghana aimed at improving access to mental health care for members of the university community.
The agreement was formalised through the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) during a ceremony at the University’s New Council Chamber, marking a significant step toward addressing mental health challenges among Ghanaian youth.
Ghana faces a major mental health crisis, with limited access to care, stigma, and resource constraints contributing to a treatment gap exceeding 98%. An estimated 21% of adult Ghanaians are believed to suffer from moderate to severe psychological distress at any given time.
“Mental health is essential for the strength of our communities, requiring a collaborative approach to overcome barriers to access and ensure equality for all,” said Emmanuel Antwi, Country Manager of Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine in Ghana.
“Our partnership with the University of Ghana reflects our long-standing commitment to supporting individuals affected by mental illness. We aim to build inclusive, stigma-free care models and strengthen access to essential mental health resources.”
Under the MoU, the two institutions will implement the Resilient Minds Future Leaders Program — an initiative designed to raise awareness, combat stigma, and build capacity among key university stakeholders.
The program will focus on prevention, early intervention, and education, especially concerning conditions like schizophrenia, to improve overall mental well-being on campus.
In addition to awareness campaigns, the initiative will include capacity-building and disease-awareness training for staff involved in mental health service delivery.
Speaking at the event, Vice Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo emphasised the importance of addressing mental health challenges proactively.
She called for a sustained, campus-wide mental health awareness campaign throughout the year to ensure that no one is left behind.
“This collaboration is a timely and critical intervention that will help us build a more supportive environment for students and staff,” she noted.
The initiative is part of Johnson & Johnson’s broader commitment to mental health, spanning over six decades, with a renewed focus on creating accessible, community-based support systems globally.
Amadu Sorogho condemns heavy-handed security raid on Wontumi
Dr. Cadman Atta Mills, a well-known economist and brother of the late President John Atta Mills, has shared a touching story about Ghana’s struggling healthcare system that has left many people emotional and concerned.
In a post on X on Saturday, May 24, 2025, Dr. Mills revealed how a close friend of his died after being taken to a public hospital in Ghana.
RS Berkane are the TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup 2024/25 champions after coming from behind to a 1-1 draw in Zanzibar to secure the title on aggregate in a tense and emotional final clash.
The Moroccan side, having earned a first-leg advantage, displayed grit and composure under immense pressure in Dar es Salaam to claim their third TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup title, adding to their triumphs in 2020 and 2022.
With a packed Stadium roaring them on, Simba SC took an early lead to ignite hopes of a comeback. Joshua Mutale opened the scoring in the 17th minute with a composed finish after a clever assist from Elie Mpanzu, giving Simba a 1-0 lead.
The hosts continued to push, with Steven Mukwala and Shomari Kapombe threatening the RS Berkane goal. However, the Moroccan side remained resolute, with goalkeeper Munir Mohamedi and his backline withstanding the pressure.
Despite Simba’s lead, VAR heartbreak struck in the 73rd minute when Steven Mukwala’s goal was overturned for offside, a pivotal moment that kept RS Berkane’s aggregate advantage intact.
Tensions ran high throughout the match. Simba’s Yusuph Kagoma was sent off early in the second half after receiving a second yellow card in the 50th minute, tilting the balance in RS Berkane’s favour.
As Simba pushed desperately for a second goal, Soumaila Sidibe emerged as the hero for RS Berkane.
Sidibe scored a crucial equaliser with a well-taken right-footed effort from a tight angle, beating goalkeeper Moussa Camara and silencing the home crowd.
That goal sealed the draw and effectively ended Simba’s hopes, as RS Berkane’s aggregate lead became insurmountable. –Cafonline.com
File photo of traders selling on pavements
Traders at the Central Business District (CBD) of Accra have defied the red line initiative which has been reintroduced by the Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, to peddle their business on pavements and unauthorised spots in the area.
The initiative which was originally implemented under former Mayor Alfred Oko Vanderpuije, according to AMA, has been reintroduced with stronger enforcement strategy and deeper collaboration with stakeholders, particularly market women.
However, in a video report shared on CITI FM’s X account on Monday,26, 2025, a trader reacting to the development explained why she has returned to the streets to sell.
According to her, trading on the streets is their main source of livelihood and hence is forced to return to do business.
“This place is our office. This is where we make a living. So, if you ask us to stay off the pavement without giving us alternative places to trade, we have no choice but to return to the pavements to trade.
“Even some of the AMA officials have their wives among us who are also engaged in trade here. So, it will be difficult to keep us off the pavements,” he said.
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Traders in Kaneshie and parts of Accra’s CBD are back in unauthorized spaces—just days after a decongestion exercise. Some tell Citi News’ Fauzu Masawudu they have no alternative trading spots.
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The first phase of the decongestion exercise led by the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) in partnership with the Korle Klottey Municipal Assembly (KoKMA) began on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, in the Central Business District of Accra.
The exercise forms part of a broader initiative to reduce congestion, enforce city by-laws, and improve sanitation in the capital, initially targeted key areas around the AMA Head Office—specifically Kinbu Road to Railways, ECG Junction to the King Tackie Tawiah Statue, and Opera Square to Adabraka, identified as hotspots for street hawking and human and vehicular traffic.
However, in a viral video sighted by GhanaWeb on May 21, 2025, some traders were seen displaying their goods on the pavements in defiance of the directive.
Meanwhile, AMA has indicated that the second phase of the decongestion exercise will cover Wato Junction to King Tackie Tawiah, Cow Lane, Rawlings Park, Timber Market, and Kwame Nkrumah Circle.
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Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana Dr Johnson Asiama has announced that a $360 million disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is expected to be credited to the Central Bank’s account in the first week of June 2025.
The expected inflow follows the successful conclusion of the fourth review under Ghana’s $3 billion Extended Credit Facility (ECF) program with the Fund.
“We expect the funds to hit our account early next month. This will further bolster our reserves and support the ongoing recovery of the economy,” he stated.
The expected disbursement is contingent upon approval by the IMF Executive Board, scheduled to meet on June 3, 2025, once approved it will unlock the release of Special Drawing Rights (SDR) amounting to 267.5 million, equivalent to approximately $360 million.
The incoming funds are expected to further strengthen the Ghanaian cedi, which has recorded a year-to-date appreciation of 24.1% against the US dollar.
Meanwhile, Governor Asiama has dismissed speculation that the Central Bank has set an appreciation threshold for the local currency beyond which it would intervene to weaken the cedi.
“We don’t have such a plan that dictates intervention when the cedi reaches a certain point. While we do not want to see the Ghanaian cedi depreciate excessively, we do not maintain a target rate that we aim to defend aggressively,” he clarified.
He further reiterated that the bank’s approach to exchange rate management is focused on curbing excessive volatility rather than defending arbitrary thresholds.
The IMF cash injection, combined with tight monetary policy and stabilising macroeconomic fundamentals, is expected to cushion the local currency and reinforce confidence in the broader economy as the country continues to implement fiscal and structural reforms under the Fund’s program.
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The Ghanaian entertainment industry is no stranger to drama. The latest social media beef brewing between media personality Mona Gucci and actress-influencer Efia Odo has garnered a lot of attention on the internet. This budding beef between the duo has got many people asking who is truly befitting of the title of “celebrity” in this modernised era of technological advancement.
While the government says the exemption aims to ensure uninterrupted delivery of critical public services amid rising utility costs, Nyarko Osei questions the justification for granting such relief to most of these institutions
Member of Parliament for Akim Swedru, Kennedy Nyarko Osei has publicly opposed the government’s recent decision to exempt select state institutions from paying electricity bills, describing the move as unwarranted for most of the ministries involved.
Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, will honour an invitation from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service today, May 26, 2025.
Wontumi’s lawyer, Kwame Adom Appiah, confirmed this in an interview with Accra-based Citi News, pledging their readiness.
“We are practising democracy. Wontumi is not someone who can hide from the cameras. He is not someone who is going to run away. He has investments in Ghana, and he is not going anywhere. If you want him any time or day, you are going to get him. We have not done anything criminal, and we are not afraid of facing them,” he stated.
This comes after an unsuccessful attempt by a joint team of National Security operatives and police officers to arrest Chairman Wontumi at his residence in Kumasi on Friday, May 23.
Chairman Wontumi was initially scheduled to appear on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, but he rescheduled to 10:00 am on May 26, 2025, due to what he described as ill health.
The invasion of his residence was widely condemned, with many questioning the motive despite his willingness to cooperate with the security agencies.
Reacting to the incident, he claimed it was a plot to frame him, alleging that his sources revealed the security operatives planned to plant weed, cocaine, or gold in his home to implicate him.
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Former Member of Parliament for Madina, Alhaji Amadu Sorogho, has condemned the forceful tactics employed by security personnel during the attempted arrest of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.
Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Monday, May 26, Sorogho said the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) could have handled the situation differently by pursuing legal channels, such as obtaining a court order, instead of deploying a large contingent of heavily armed officers to Wontumi’s residence.
“Wontumi was invited, and he refused to honour the invitation. I am not in favour of so many armed men going after one person. To me, it is not because the state is powerful than the individual. There are so many avenues that you can call the person, and if the person doesn’t come, you can even go to court,” he stated.
While acknowledging that the security agencies may have acted within their legal bounds by obtaining a warrant, Sorogho questioned the manner in which the operation was carried out, raising concerns about the necessity and proportionality of the force used.
“But I am happy that they went with the warrant. Maybe the mode is what I am talking about, but not the actual deed itself,” he added.
Chairman Wontumi is expected to appear before the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service today, Monday, May 26, 2025. His appearance follows a failed attempt by a joint team of National Security operatives and police officers to arrest him at his residence on Friday, May 23.
The incident sparked outrage among NPP supporters, who gathered in large numbers at Wontumi’s residence to protest what they described as an act of intimidation. Many expressed concern over the deployment of heavily armed personnel, accusing the state of resorting to excessive force.
Although the specific reason for the attempted arrest has not been officially disclosed, reports indicate that during Friday’s standoff, Wontumi assured the officers that he would voluntarily report to the CID on May 26.
Bryan Acheampong ready to redeem NPP – Appiah-Kubi
The actress who recently marked her 46th birthday rocked a white gown and minimal jewellery, but her entrance couldn’t be missed.
Veteran Nollywood actress Genevieve Nnaji has showed off stunning figure while attending an exclusive event on Lagos Island.
The actress was seen rocking a white gown and minimal jewellery.
The 4th China-CEEC Expo & International Consumer Goods Fair took place in Ningbo, Zhejiang Province, from May 22 to 25. The event brought together over 200 guests, including representatives from more than 40 cities across the 14 CEEC member countries of the China-CEEC cooperation mechanism, as well as mayors from over 30 cities in 16 Chinese provinces.
Participants reached a consensus on strengthening cooperation between Chinese and CEEC cities in areas such as economic and trade cooperation, cultural heritage preservation, intercultural dialogue, urban governance, and green transition, all contributing to the advancement of China-CEEC relations.
During the conference, many foreign mayors experienced the unique charm of Ningbo, a city recognized for its high level of civilization.
Milan Zečević, Mayor of Brod Town in Bosnia and Herzegovina, said: “Ningbo is a large city. I understand it has nearly 10 million residents. I shared many photos and videos with my family, and they were all greatly impressed.”
Žarko Mićin, Mayor of Novi Sad in Serbia, also expressed his admiration for the rapid development and cultural richness of the ancient city of Ningbo. He stated, “This is my first visit to Ningbo. It is beautiful and highly developed, and we can learn a great deal from it. I have already observed the importance of robust infrastructure connections between cities. Ningbo boasts wide roads and excellent shipping capabilities. Hard work, dedication, and unity are qualities that define the Chinese people, and that is a formula our country should emulate.”
Ningbo, the historic starting point of the Maritime Silk Road, has long been a center for thriving cultural and economic exchanges. Since being awarded the title of “National Civilized City” in 2005, Ningbo has received the title for seven times by 2025. This Expo is more than just a convergence of food and art; it’s a vibrant exchange of civilizations.
The 4th China-CEEC Expo & International Consumer Goods Fair attracted more than 15,000 professional visitors, including over 3,000 overseas buyers from 72 countries and regions. Procurement intentions for imports from CEEC countries are projected to exceed 10 billion yuan.
Details are emerging, as to why the bank accounts of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, alias “Chairman Wontumi, have been frozen, prompting attempts by state security officers to involve him in ongoing investigations by the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC), which Albert Kojo Twum Boafo, heads.
Cosmo Developers, in partnership with Fimex Ltd, has officially launched Saareeyaa, a new residential development project aimed at redefining practical urban living in the heart of Labone, Accra.
The unveiling ceremony, held at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel on Saturday, May 25, brought together stakeholders from across the real estate industry, including investors, legal experts, and property managers, to highlight the project’s unique blend of luxury, accessibility, and community-centric design.
Nestled just off the bustling main road in Labone, Saareeyaa is a four-story architectural marvel that redefines high-end residential living. Designed with modern elegance, it merges luxury with convenience in one of Accra’s most sought-after neighbourhoods.
The building includes a state-of-the-art gym and secure ground-floor parking, with four levels of residential space offering a range of six distinct apartment layouts—from sleek studio units to spacious three-bedroom residences. Each unit is bathed in natural light with floor-to-ceiling windows offering panoramic views of the city.
The penthouse is a highlight—a luxurious sanctuary featuring a private terrace, a sleek infinity pool, and breathtaking skyline vistas.
“We don’t just build homes. We build the future. We build for tomorrow. We build the future the Cosmo way.” Those were the words of Nadine Jaber, CEO of Cosmo Developers, as she welcomed guests.
Jaber highlighted the intentionality behind Saareeyaa’s design.
“Every detail of our work is thoughtfully crafted to meet the unique needs of our clients,” she said, referencing past successes like the La Vista project in Abelemkpe. “At Cosmo and Fimex, we believe in cosmopolitan living. We design spaces that foster a sense of belonging.”
“Also, what makes Saareeyaa distinguish[ed] is, if you invest now in Saareeyaa, you will design your space. So that’s why it’s called ‘Designed for Living’,” she added.
At the heart of the project is the company’s innovative rent-to-own payment structure.
“You only pay 50% of the amount of the apartment, and you cover the remaining one – two years later. You pay like monthly rent… you will sit, stay in your apartment, and as if you are paying rent, you will be paying for the developing company where you bought the apartment without paying rent to anyone else, and then you own your apartment.”
The project is tailored for families, young professionals, diaspora investors and even employees seeking home ownership.
“We put our prices very strategically and [in a] very clever way, where both families, investors, whether whoever you are, whether you’re even an employee, you are able to own an apartment at Saareeyaa,” Jaber said.
According to her, Labone was chosen for its strategic return on investment and vibrant mix of access and calm.
“Actually, we do have projects in different places. So as we know, the Ghana market is very small, and now the hub area… is actually around Labone… and also with the amenities and the surroundings, and the perfect location, 10 minutes from the airport… just makes it perfect.”
The CEO of Fimex Ltd, Abdul Latif Fawaz, stressed the importance of making home ownership accessible.
“We try to introduce an idea in this presentation today, which is rent-to-own… to encourage the people who want to invest or who want to buy to have that opportunity.”
He stated that the team was paying special attention to the 30 per cent of the market often excluded from property ownership. “We’re trying to put things in place… We’re trying to do something for them as much as we can.”
He added: “We wanted to add amenities that if somebody has family, they can still live in an apartment… We’ve introduced a canteen area… a traditional boys’ quarters… not the same idea, but we wanted to create some kind of space… for their own privacy.”
On his part, Bobby Banson, the Lead Consultant at Robert Smith Law Group, spoke to the uniqueness of Saareeyaa’s legal groundwork.
“Unlike a lot of projects where they start selling even without digging foundation, this one—the physical structure is done, because they were patient to get a really good documentation… You walk in, you want unit A, you will see what unit A is—not on paper.”
He added that this “shows the commitment of the owners that they were not waiting for money from buyers to put up their projects. They have invested their money.”
Property Manager for La Vista, Avelon Tetteh Junior, echoed these sentiments. “There is no apartment without amenities that make the whole stay complete, like the security, the gym, the backup generator, the allocated parking lots and the pool.”
“With this particular project, Saareeyaa, the penthouse comes with its private pool… own terrace so you don’t get to share with others,” he said.”
Facilities such as hospitals, leisure centers, supermarkets, and restaurants are all within short driving distances, making daily living seamless and efficient. Inside each unit, well-equipped kitchens, elegant living areas, and warm, inviting aesthetics create a homely atmosphere.
While offering modern comforts like a backup power supply, 24/7 security with CCTV, rooftop terraces, and green landscaping, Saareeyaa’s thoughtful layouts reflect an understanding of Ghanaian lifestyle values—spaces for family, privacy, and a sense of home.
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Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has initiated an investigation into the reintroduction of transfer charges by some commercial banks, following the recent removal of the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy).
The probe comes in response to growing customer complaints over newly imposed or increased fees on transfers between personal bank accounts and mobile money wallets.
These charges reportedly re-emerged shortly after the controversial levy was scrapped.
According to BoG data, the banking sector experienced a significant GH¢5 billion decline in total deposits between March and April 2025.
While the cause of the drop is yet to be established, the BoG Governor Dr Johnson Asiama says the Central Bank is closely monitoring the situation and will engage the banks involved.
“It is something that came to our attention that some banks were imposing these kinds of charges. We are looking into that. I am aware of one particular bank. This is very well noted, and we are happy to look into the matter,” Dr Asiama said.
Meanwhile, mobile money platforms recorded a significant uptick in activity.
In April 2025, the total value of mobile money transactions reached GHC 365.0 billion a 3.8% increase from GH¢351.7 billion in March.
This marks the highest monthly value recorded so far this year.
The number of transactions also rose, from 764 million in March to 778 million in April, underscoring the growing reliance on mobile money for both personal and business use.
The BoG attributes this continued growth to increased mobile penetration, the expansion of agent networks, and the convenience of mobile-based financial services, all of which contribute to deepening financial inclusion and accelerating the shift toward a cash-lite economy.
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Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Kwadwo Nkansah “Lilwin” has revealed a brazen attempt to bribe him into abandoning his upcoming film about Burkina Faso’s transitional leader, Captain Ibrahim Traoré. In a video posted to social media, Lilwin recounted how an individual claiming to represent Burkinabé interests arrived on set with an envelope containing $20,000—and instructions to halt production immediately.
Rather than pocket the cash, Lilwin says he handed it straight back. “They wanted to buy our silence,” he declared, “but this story is bigger than any sum of money.” The proposed biopic, still in its early stages, explores Captain Traoré’s rise from grassroots soldier to symbol of youthful resistance—an arc Lilwin believes resonates far beyond Burkina Faso’s borders.
Rejecting what he called an act of intimidation, Lilwin emphasized his deep respect for Burkinabé people and the revolutionary values Traoré embodies. “This film honors their struggle,” he said. “It’s not about politics or profit—it’s about celebrating African leadership and inspiring a new generation.”
News of the attempted payoff has ignited heated conversation online around artistic freedom and the influence of power in storytelling. Rather than deter him, the incident has steeled Lilwin’s resolve. He insists the project will move forward on its own terms, serving as both a tribute to Captain Traoré’s vision and a testament to the filmmaker’s refusal to compromise his creative integrity.
Andy Appiah-Kubi, the former MP for Asante Akim North, has made it clear that Dr. Bryan Acheampong, the MP for Abetifi, will run for president of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
In an interview with the media, Mr. Appiah-Kubi said that Dr. Acheampong is being prepared to lead the party into the upcoming presidential election and that he is the best person to bring the NPP together and reinvigorate it.
Former Member of Parliament for Asante Akim North, Andy Appiah-Kubi, has declared his strong support for Dr Bryan Acheampong, describing him as the ideal figure to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) into the future.
In a video shared on social media on Sunday, May 25, Appiah-Kubi referred to the Abetifi MP and former Minister for Food and Agriculture as a “symbol of victory,” noting that the party needs a transformative leader to secure electoral success.
“Our task is to present a great candidate who can redeem our party, NPP, and Dr Bryan Acheampong is preparing himself for that mission,” he told journalists.
He also praised Dr Acheampong’s intellectual capabilities and entrepreneurial achievements, adding, “If we are looking for a candidate with intellectual prowess, Bryan is the one. If we want a successful business mogul, he’s that too. So with him, we’re killing two birds with one stone.”
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Nollywood star and billionaire wife, Regina Daniels, is once again setting social media abuzz—this time with a bold and unapologetic message to her critics, wrapped in a glamorous showcase of her enviable lifestyle.
The actress, who has never shied away from sharing glimpses of her life with billionaire politician and husband, Ned Nwoko, recently took to Instagram to post a series of jaw-dropping photos. Radiating elegance and confidence, Regina accompanied the snapshots with a caption that didn’t just speak volumes—it roared.
“You no go fi show me nothing… So you no dey see say people love me?
You no see say I dey live in luxury?
Nobody bigger than God,” she wrote.
The post is widely perceived as a direct response to ongoing online jabs and unsolicited opinions surrounding her marriage and lifestyle. Known for her quick wit and fearless comebacks, Regina has increasingly used her platform to challenge critics who question her personal choices or downplay her achievements.
This isn’t the first time the mother of two has fired back at detractors with style and sass. Just weeks ago, she clapped back at those labeling her life as “boring” by flaunting her travels aboard a private jet, cheekily asking: “Does this look boring to you?” Her message was clear—luxury, love, and laughter define her world.
“I live the kind of life many people only dream of,” she boldly stated during that exchange.
In another fierce online moment, Regina told trolls to refrain from commenting on her posts unless they had shed tears inside a Ferrari or could match her wardrobe of designer labels—further proving that she’s unbothered and living on her own terms.
Back in March, she joked about seeking a kind of wealth that could drive her “crazy,” a testament to her ambitions and tongue-in-cheek humor. And in a viral December post, she crowned herself “1 of 1” and “10/10,” confidently asserting that she is a rare gem with no duplicate.
Now proudly embracing the title “Gemillenial,” a blend of Gen Z energy and millennial wisdom, Regina Daniels has positioned herself as a youthful yet timeless figure—a woman fully owning her narrative, her success, and her space in the spotlight.
From bold declarations to designer elegance, Regina continues to serve unfiltered confidence, reminding the world that no amount of criticism can dim the light of a woman who knows her worth.
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Investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has fired back at critics who accused him of bias following his analysis of the controversial CCTV footage involving lawyer Thaddeus Sory and some Supreme Court judges.
In a Facebook post aimed at New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters, Manasseh reminded them of a similar incident involving President Akufo-Addo, where he stood against politically doctored evidence.
Otto Addo has released the Black Stars squad for Nigeria game in the Unity Cup
Head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, has released the squad for the Nigeria game which is set to take place on Wednesday, May 28, 2025.
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🚨#BlackStars squad for the Unity Cup 2025 in London! 👊🏾
🇬🇭 Ghana will face Nigeria at the GTech Community Stadium in West London on Wednesday, May 28, for a place in the final on Saturday, May 31, 2025.#UnityCup2025 pic.twitter.com/RaZqOAPuuD
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Parliament is set to resume sittings on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, following a recess, Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has announced.
The session, officially referred to as the Second Meeting of the First Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic, will mark the formal return to legislative business.
In a notice issued in accordance with Order 58 of the Standing Orders of Parliament, the Speaker informed all Members of Parliament (MPs) of the scheduled resumption to ensure they are adequately prepared for the upcoming proceedings.
With the House reconvening, MPs are expected to deliberate on pressing national issues, debate and pass legislation, and review reports from various parliamentary committees.
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Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is expected to report to the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service today, Monday, May 26, 2025.
This comes on the back of a failed attempt by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) and the Ghana Police Service on Friday, May 23, 2025, storm the residence of Chairman Wontumi, to effect an arrest.
The Rotational Nurses and Midwives Association of Ghana has declared its intention to embark on a nationwide strike effective Monday, June 2, 2025, to protest the delayed payment of their allowances.
On May 14, 2025, the association gave the Ministries of Health and Finance 14 working days to grant financial clearance and settle the accumulated allowances.
Despite having diligently worked for almost a year without financial clearance, the association stated that both ministries have failed to address the issue.
They, therefore, warned that should their demands remain unmet, they would take further action, including proceeding with the planned strike.
In an interview with Accra-based Citi News, the association’s president, Ebenezer Boateng, expressed frustration over the continued silence from the relevant stakeholders.
“The minister has not communicated officially to us, which is very sad. This is because they see us now as insignificant in the health sector, in the ministry, as well as to the public.
On June 2, we are going on a nationwide strike. We do not want to hear any story from them. This has been a consistent problem for about five years now. All they give is an assurance — we don’t need that now,” he declared.
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Odeneho Kwafo Akoto III and Clemence Gyato
The traditional authorities of Akwamu State have pledged their support for the government’s efforts to reclaim and protect state lands around the Akosombo Dam, countering recent media reports suggesting otherwise.
Nana Akonnor Bekai Ababio V, Osomanyawa (Chief Administrator) and second-in-command of Akwamu, speaking at the 4th Akwasidae celebration held at the Bogyawe Palace in Akwamufie under the leadership of Omanhene Odeneho Kwafo Akoto III, clarified that the Akwamu traditional leadership supports the mandate given to Clemence Gyato, the government-appointed consultant in charge of safeguarding encroached state lands.
“We saw some publications in the media space that Akwamu people have stated that we won’t support the work that the government has tasked Clemence Gyato with on the government land issues, which is very false,” Nana Bekai said.
“We have never said that. We support the work that the government has tasked Clemence Gyato with on the land issues and also demand an apology from the newspaper that published such information.”
Nana Bekai, who also serves as the Ayokohene, Mankrado of Akwamuman, and Guantoahene of Akwamu, emphasised that the Akosombo Dam sits on lands originally given to the government by the Akwamu people.
“Akwamu gave the land to the government and took possession of some lands to protect the dam, but now that all development around the dam is complete, the remaining lands that were taken from us must be returned to the allodial owners, the chiefs of Akwamu.”
He further expressed concern over increasing land encroachment, allegedly involving private developers and even some officials.
“The Lands Commission and some individuals have been selling parts of those lands. These are stool lands and must return to the rightful traditional custodians.”
According to Nana Bekai, the government did not pay any compensation for the lands acquired during the Akosombo Dam construction, and he urged the state to rectify this historical oversight.
“The government needs to pay what is due. The project is completed, and the government couldn’t exhaust all the lands taken from Akwamuman; the rest need to be returned to the chiefs,” he insisted.
Clemence Gyato, the consultant leading the fight against government land encroachment, reaffirmed the partnership between the traditional authority and the state.
“When I came, the chief also said he has seen the illegal developments and is willing to help us fight the cause,” Gyato said.
“We have some documentation about people building along the riverbank who claim chiefs sold the land to them, but Nana has promised to assist in conducting a proper inventory.”
Gyato also warned that unauthorized structures built on state lands near the river would be demolished, regardless of their stage of completion.
“If you take the land in the wrong way and build around the river, we will demolish it. We will build a camp in this vicinity and make sure we patrol the area.”
The celebration was attended by several dignitaries, including Thomas Ampem Nyarko, Member of Parliament for Asuogyaman and Deputy Minister of Finance, and Abigail Elorm Akwambea, CEO of MASLOC.
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![Ghana coach Otto Addo finally names a 23-man squad for the Unity Cup 2025 in London[Five [5] local players included](https://www.ghanamma.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Black-Meteors.webp-768x566.jpeg "Ghana coach Otto Addo finally names a 23-man squad for the Unity Cup 2025 in London[Five [5] local players included")
Otto Addo has handed debut call-ups to five youngsters to be part of the Black Stars for the Unity Cup 2025 in London.
They include goalkeeper Joseph Tetteh Anang of St. Patrick’s Athletic in Ireland, Barcelona B’s Abdul Aziz Issah, Aaron Essel of North Texas SC, Caleb Yirenkyi of Danish side FC Nordsjaelland, and Mohammed Gadafi Fuseini, who plays for Union St. Gilloise in Belgium.
The five players bring different skill sets and will be granted the opportunity to impress as the technical team continues to build for the future. Joseph Tetteh Anang has been knocking on the door of Ghana since his debut for England U-20 in 2019, following stints with West Ham United, Stevenage, and Derby County.
Abdul Aziz Issah and Aaron Essel, both Ghana Premier League products, have been playing for the Black Satellites and played in the recent U-20 Africa Cup of Nations in Egypt. Aaron Essel currently plays in the United States for North Texas SC, while Abdul Aziz Issah plies his trade in Spain with Barcelona Atlètic.
Caleb Yirenkyi is based in Denmark with FC Nordsjaelland, while Mohammed Gadafi Fuseini plays for Union St. Gilloise in Belgium.
The five players will team up with the squad in London to prepare for the four-nation tournament this week.
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File photo of Ashanti Regional Chairman of NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako aka Chairman Wontumi
The Ashanti Regional NPP Communications Director, Paul Yandoh, has called on all New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters to accompany the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako also known as Chairman Wontumi to the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) office to honour an invitation by the security outfit.
In a viral video shared on the X account of Sika Official on May 26, 2025, Yandoh is seen charging party faithful to back Chairman Wontumi in what he termed as political persecution of the NPP stalwart.
“What is going on. So, if you lose power in this country, does it mean you’ve lost all your rights as a citizen. What is going on in this country?
“On Monday, I’m calling on all NPP members. We are all going to Accra. We are short of buses, but we have arranged for buses from Accra to convey all sympathisers to go and back Chairman Wontumi to honour his invitation by the police,” he vented.
Background
It would be recalled that Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, confirmed reports of a raid by security operatives at his home on Friday, May 23, 2025.
Speaking in an interview with his media house, Wontumi Radio, on Friday, May 23, 2025, the NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman indicated that the security officials who stormed his house were from the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), adding that they were there to arrest him.
He indicated that before the attempted arrest, the Ghana Police Service had already invited him to their office, so he would resist any attempt of the NIB to arrest him.
“… I called Mr Offie (a police officer) and told him that on Monday, May 26,2025, we would report to his office. He told me that I should write a receiving note that I had accepted their invitation and added that I would be coming on Monday.
“I did what he asked me to do and gave (sic) them what they requested. Yet, when I woke up this morning, I saw a lot of people in front of my house saying the BNI boss in Kumasi had asked them to come for me. I told them that the police had already informed me that they needed me to assist with an investigation, and I have told them that I will be reporting to them on Monday – so why would he send for me?” Wontumi narrated in Twi.
“I told him no and that I was going to call the police officer. When I called the police, they said they had not sent any person to pick me up and that they are waiting for me to report on Monday,” he added.
The Ashanti Regional Chairman questioned the motive behind the attempt to arrest him, saying that he had never held any government position for him to be accused of engaging in corruption.
“So, what have I, Wontumi, done? I have never been president before. I have never been a vice president. I have never been on any government board, I have never been a CEO, I have never been a minister, I have never had any government appointment, nor have I worked for the government in any capacity. So, what is happening?
“Is it because I want to become a National Chairman that the NDC wants to frighten me? God is not going to allow this to happen. As we speak, we are still at my home. They are not going to have it easy,” he added.
It is not clear why the security officials were at Wontumi’s home, but the government recently suspended the mining licence of his company, Akonta Mining, accusing it of engaging in illegal mining activities in the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve in the Western Region.
Chairman Wontumi has refuted the accusation, stating that he is being targeted because of his bid to run for the National Chairmanship position of the NPP.
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“We’re all going to Accra”
—The Ashanti Regional NPP Communications Director, Paul Yandoh charges NPP members to come in their numbers to accompany the Ashanti Regional Chairman, Chairman Wontumi to his invitation by the police. pic.twitter.com/mkIPPa4IZd
— SIKAOFFICIAL🦍 (@SIKAOFFICIAL1) May 26, 2025
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Cedi selling at GH¢10.95 to $1 on May 26
Ghana’s local currency, the cedi, continues to appreciate on the interbank market against major trading currencies, particularly the US dollar.
In its daily update, the Bank of Ghana noted that the cedi is trading at a buying price of GH¢10.94 and a selling price of GH¢10.95 to the dollar.
The British pound is being bought at GH¢14.77 and sold at GH¢14.78, while the euro is trading at a buying price of GH¢12.40 and a selling price of GH¢12.41.
Checks by GhanaWeb Business on May 23, 2025, at 9:00 AM indicate that the cedi is trading at GH¢11.90, while the pound is selling at GH¢15.80 at some forex bureaus across the country.
Additionally, the euro is trading at GH¢13.30 on the retail market.
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The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has called on parliaments across the globe to harness their legislative authority in addressing the growing threat of climate change.
Speaking at the 11th Nevsky International Ecological Congress in St. Petersburg, Russia, Speaker Bagbin emphasized the pivotal role of legislators in shaping climate policies that promote sustainable development and ecological resilience.
The Association of Cashew Processors Ghana (ACPG) has revealed that two local cashew processing factories are on the brink of shutting down within the next two months, potentially putting hundreds of jobs at risk.
According to the Association, the looming closures are due to inadequate financial investment, which is threatening the sustainability of operations in the cashew processing sector.
Speaking at the Association’s sixth annual general meeting, immediate past, President Ed-Malvin Nii Ayi Bonte appealed to the government for urgent intervention in the form of low-interest loans to support the struggling industry.
“Once we stop processing midway, it means all the workers will have to be laid off and then brought back when the season resumes next year. This requires retraining, which costs money,” he said. “Those shutting down for two to three months risk losing almost all their workers.”
Bonte emphasized that approximately 2,000 workers are currently employed in the sector, and the closure of these factories, most of which are indigenous, Ghanaian-owned businesses could result in the loss of around 500 jobs.
He stressed that government support is critical to maintaining employment and ensuring the continued growth of the local cashew processing industry.
Singer David Adeleke popularly known by the stage name, Davido has introduced his friends, Cubana Chief Priest and Ubi Franklin to President Bola Tinubu.
Davido introduced his friends to the president at the Presidential Villa over the weekend.
He described his two friends as the president’s people and members of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
