A man discovered his wife’s infidelity during her pregnancy.
The wife reportedly cheated multiple times, with evidence supporting the man’s claims.
After the birth of their child, the hospital requested a discharge fee of ₦500,000.
A man has reportedly refused to pay his wife’s hospital discharge fees after uncovering her infidelity during pregnancy.
Lawyer and member of the NPP Communications Team, Kwesi Botchwey, has cautioned that the ongoing attempts by the Mahama administration to remove Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo could set a troubling precedent for Ghana’s democracy.
Speaking on The Forum on Asaase Radio, Botchwey linked the current developments to earlier statements made by the opposition party.
A fatal road accident at Adansi Dompoase, near the new Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) office, has claimed six lives, the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has confirmed.
In a statement issued by the Ashanti Region Public Relations Office, on Saturday, April 26, the GNFS said it received a distress call at 12:43 p.m. and quickly dispatched a rescue team to the scene.
The operation, led by ADOII Samuel Mensah, found that a VIP bus with registration number GW 8455-23 and a Benz Sprinter with registration number GS 6383-20 had been involved in a collision.
According to the GNFS, the Sprinter was completely mangled from the rear, while the VIP bus sustained partial damage to its front.
The statement added that the rescue operations were completed by 1:28 p.m., with six deceased victims handed over to the police. One injured person was transported to the Fomena Government Hospital for emergency treatment.
The GNFS said the cause of the accident remains under investigation.
The Edochie family celebrated Leo Edochie’s 55th birthday on April 26.
Veteran actor Pete Edochie shared a heartfelt birthday message on social media.
The post included a picture of Leo and a simple message: “Happy birthday Son.”
The Edochie family had reason to celebrate as veteran actor Pete Edochie’s first son, Leo, turned 55 on Saturday, April 26.
The lawyer also criticised the minister’s subsequent visit to the hospital to deliver medical equipment, arguing that the minister’s comments during the presentation attempted to unfairly indict the hospital’s leadership
Private legal practitioner, Alex Gyamfi, has questioned the conduct of Minister of Health Kwabena Mintah Akandoh during a confrontation with the Director of the Tamale Teaching Hospital Dr. Adam Atiku, suggesting that the minister’s approach was inappropriate and should be reviewed.
The 2024 Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has attributed the party’s defeat in the 2024 general elections to several factors, including the arrogance of power, the high cost of living, the failure to reshuffle government officials, the introduction of the E-Levy, and the controversial haircut policy.
According to him, these challenges left many Ghanaians struggling, particularly amid the IMF debt restructuring programme.
Dr. Bawumia made these remarks at the auditorium of Takoradi Technical University during the launch of his nationwide Thank You Tour.
Addressing claims that blamed the party’s defeat solely on his perceived religious affiliations, Dr. Bawumia emphasized that internal divisions and numerous uncompleted projects also contributed significantly to the NPP’s loss.
“When you study all the reports we have so far, certain factors were highlighted. These include the high cost of living; the prices of goods and services went up and left many Ghanaians struggling. Another factor that was highlighted is the arrogance of power, we were not willing to listen.
“The party members told us to conduct a reshuffle, but after eight years we didn’t listen. The party members told us they didn’t want E-levy, but we implemented it. Again, the party members told us that the DDEP was going to be a major challenge but we went ahead to implement it.
“Things were bad, and we were not able to pay NABCO, those employed under youth and afforestation, caterers and others were also not being paid,” he explained.
Dr. Bawumia also cited a lack of effective campaigning in key regions, saying, “Even in the regions that give us some vote, we didn’t put in a lot of work there. Western Region is an example.”
He further stressed that internal disunity weakened the party’s campaign efforts, allowing the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) to exploit their mistakes.
“So, going into the 2024 general election, the NPP as a party was not fully united. The opposition at the time, the NDC, even though didn’t have a campaign message, was playing back our language against each other back to us. That is why it is important that as we go about with our campaign, you don’t bring down your opponent so that you can win,” he stated.
Bawumia to NPP: Learn from 2024 defeat, guard your utterances
The 2024 Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has attributed the party’s defeat in the 2024 general elections to internal disunity and damaging utterances among its members.
Speaking during his ‘Thank You Tour’ in Takoradi on Saturday, April 26, Dr. Bawumia expressed concern over the party’s internal conflicts in the run-up to the elections, noting that they severely impacted the NPP’s electoral fortunes.
He urged party members to be mindful of their statements during internal elections to avoid harming the party’s unity and prospects in future contests.
“In the lead up to the 2024 elections, there was disunity amongst us. Our utterances against each other also severely affected our fortunes. The NDC didn’t have campaign messages, but capitalised on some of these utterances.
“They advertised our utterances towards the elections in the media, they were playing our own language to us. Let’s be mindful of our utterances during internal elections, to avoid bringing down our opponents,” he pointed out.
Veteran Ghanaian media personality Captain Smart has commended the Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, over her swift action on a story he reported on about a Ghanaian woman who was attacked by her Chinese employer’s dogs.
Smart, reporting on his show Onua Maakye on Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, revealed that a Ghanaian woman had been attacked by dogs owned by her Chinese employers.
National Paralympic Committee (NPC) President Samson Deen has sent heartfelt congratulations to Richard Akpokavie on his election as the new President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) and its executives.
Akpokavie polled 44 votes, beating his contender Michael Aggrey’s 19 votes.
Saturday’s victory marked a turnaround in fortunes for Akpokavie, who lost the presidential bid four years ago by seven votes to then-incumbent Ben Nunoo Mensah.
In other election results, Evans Yeboah was elected new Treasurer of the GOC, winning by a 3-vote margin.
Mohammed Muniru, Ghana Swimming’s General Secretary, was elected GOC General Secretary, beating Cycling President Mohammed Sahnoon by 3 votes.
The newly constituted GOC Board includes George Lamptey, Delphina Quaye, Kamal Sulley, Richmond Quarcoo, and George Tettey.
“It is time to reset, rebrand, and transform the mindset of the sports family — aligning with the sports business model that demands discipline, credibility, and professionalism,” Deen said in a statement released.
“To the delegates and the entire Ghana Olympic Family: you are the true winners. Your choice of leadership reflects a bold move away from biases and a strong commitment to a brighter, united future.
“I have witnessed a GOC election that chose the future over sycophancy and treachery.
“Special congratulations to my good friends, Secretary General Muniru Kassim and President-Elect Richard Akpokavie. Also, congratulations to Evans Yeboah, elected Treasurer of the Ghana Olympic Committee and Vice President of the Ghana Paralympic Committee.
“Now is the time to unite the Olympic Family and work with everyone to build a stronger, more credible sporting nation.”
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Executive Secretary of the NFA, Kafui Danku-Pitcher
The National Film Authority (NFA) has issued a stern warning to television stations in Ghana over the unauthorised broadcast of films, series, and other creative content, stressing that such acts violate copyright laws and undermine the creative industry.
In a statement released by the Executive Secretary, Kafui Danku-Pitcher, the NFA expressed concern over the increasing complaints from local and international content creators about the illegal airing of their works on Ghanaian TV platforms.
The Authority emphasised that these actions breach the Copyright Act, 2005 (Act 690), which prohibits the public broadcast of protected content without permission from rights holders.
“In recent months, the NFA has received numerous complaints from both Ghanaian and international content owners about the illegal airing of films, series, and other creative works on traditional and digital TV platforms in Ghana. These infringements violate content creators’ rights and discourage investment and creativity in Ghana’s creative industries,” the statement read.
Danku-Pitcher warned that offending TV stations risk license suspension or revocation if found guilty of copyright infringement. The NFA added that it is collaborating with relevant agencies to investigate and take legal action against violators.
“To this end, the Authority is working closely with relevant institutions to investigate and take appropriate actions against television stations that air content without authorisation from the rights owner or rights holder. Offenders risk having their licenses suspended or revoked,” the statement noted.
The Authority urged broadcasters to secure proper licensing agreements before airing content, respect intellectual property rights, and ensure that all films are classified by the NFA before broadcast.
“Ghana’s creative economy holds significant potential for national development, job creation, and international recognition. However, its growth depends on the protection and respect for intellectual property rights.
“The NFA urges all television stations and media platforms to license content legally, fairly compensate creators, and partner in building a thriving and lawful creative industry,” the statement concluded.
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President John Dramani Mahama (L) in his tribute prayed for a Cardinal Appiah Turkson (L) papacy
President John Dramani Mahama paid his last respects to the late leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis, at the Apostolic Nunciature in Accra on April 25, 2025.
The president commiserated with the Apostolic Nuncio to Ghana, Archbishop Julien Kaboré, and the leadership of the Catholic Church in the Accra Archdiocese, before proceeding to sign the Book of Condolence in honour of the late Pope.
Mahama wrote a touching tribute to the late pontiff, thanking God for the opportunity to meet him (Pope Francis) during his first tenure as president.
He went on to pray that God would help the Catholic Church get a good leader in the upcoming conclave.
The president, in his prayer, expressed the wish that Ghana’s Cardinal Peter Kodwo Appiah Turkson would become the next leader of the Catholic Church.
“Pope Francis was a good man, personable and a good soul. I thank God for the opportunity I had to meet him during my tenure as president.
“As all good souls, God calls them home to rest after they finish their work.
“I pray that the conclave be guided by God to choose a worthy successor, and I know one who will make a good Pope – our own Cardinal AT (Appiah Turkson).
“May Pope Francis find peaceful rest in heaven.”
About Pope Francis’ death and funeral:
The pontiff, who led the Catholic Church for 12 years, was pronounced dead on Monday, April 21, 2025.
Reports indicate that Pope Francis died from a stroke while recovering from pneumonia, which had kept him hospitalised for five weeks.
Given the late pontiff’s global stature, about 130 foreign delegations from various countries, along with approximately 200,000 pilgrims, gathered in Vatican City, Rome, to mourn his passing.
After the burial Mass, being held at St Peter’s Square, the late Pope was laid to rest at the Basilica of St Mary Major.
See President Mahama’s tribute plus a video of him at the Apostolic Nunciature below:
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Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson
The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, is leading a crucial technical meeting with a delegation from the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Money and Capital Markets Division (MCM).
In a post shared on his X page, and sighted by GhanaWeb Business, the minister emphasised the importance of the engagement, which focuses on strengthening Ghana’s financial systems and advancing key reforms.
“I am currently leading a crucial technical meeting with representatives from the IMF’s Money and Capital Markets Division (MCM),” he posted.
He is joined by prominent national stakeholders, including the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama; senior economic advisor and former finance minister Seth Terkper; and Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr Nii Moi Thompson.
The meeting is expected to shape critical financial sector policies and foster deeper collaboration between Ghana and the IMF as the country works to stabilise its economy and boost investor confidence.
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It was a solemn moment when family, friends and sympathisers gathered for the one-week observation of late veteran Ghanaian disc jockey and Multimedia Group staff member, Samuel Tei Mensah Nartey, popularly known as DJ Awana.
The ceremony took place at the Aggrey Road School park near old Adom FM in Tema Community 2.
Many mourners, including colleagues from the Multimedia Group, players from the creative arts industry, among others, were at the venue to commiserate with the family.
In attendance were; the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of MGL, Ken Ansah, former Adom FM Programmes Manager, Daddy Bosco; General Manager of Adom Brands, Abdulai Awudu; General Manager for Joy Brands, Fiifi Koomson; Adom FM Programmes Manager, Joshua Tigo; Asempa FM Programmes Manager, Philip Osei Bonsu alongside several presenters and other members of staff.
Gospel legends Mary Ghansah and Celestine Donkor delivered soul-lifting performances that touched the hearts of all present.
Celestine Donkor and her husband Kofi Donkor donated GH₵500 to the family and further pledged to support DJ Awanna’s children through their university education — a gesture that moved many.
Colleagues from the Multimedia Group also donated GH₵4,000 and 20 packs of bottled water to the bereaved family.
DJ Awana, aged 47, passed away on Sunday, April 6, 2025, at the 37 Military Hospital after a short illness.
Meanwhile, the family has announced that DJ Awana will be buried on 27th September 2025.
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Ho (V/R), April 26, GNA – The Parliamentary Select Committee on Health has commended the management of the Ho Teaching Hospital (HTH) for their impressive efforts in utilizing internally generated funds (IGF) to drive the hospital’s development.
The hospital was also commended for enhancing tertiary healthcare delivery in the Volta Region and beyond.
The Gyeanima Forest Reserve, located in the Sekyere South District of the Ashanti Region, is under siege as unknown individuals continue to clear portions of the protected land for farming activities.
The reserve, which covers a total land area of approximately 15.54 square kilometres, was officially gazetted in 1931 and is one of nine forest reserves managed under the Offinso Forest District.
In an interview with Channel One News, Nana Boakye Yiadom, Chief of the Wiamoase Traditional Area, expressed deep concern over the unchecked clearing of trees in the reserve for agriculture.
He warned that while national attention remains largely focused on the menace of illegal mining, this quieter yet equally devastating form of environmental degradation is being dangerously overlooked.
He accused the Forestry Commission of enabling the destruction of the forest through its inaction and poor oversight.
“I will blame the Forestry Commission because they are supposed to monitor and ensure the trees are not cut down. Some even collaborate with these settlers who cut down the trees and engage in their farming activities. We do not have a Forestry Commission office here, but there are some in neighbouring towns. Though some of the workers live here, their offices are in the neighbouring towns,” he said.
In a response, Edward Nyamaah, Manager of the Forestry Commission for the Offinso Forestry District, refuted allegations of encroachment, explaining that the Gyeanima Forest Reserve contains about 41 admitted farms, which legally permit farming activities within the reserve.
“We have rarely collaborated with the various communities around the various reserves, and we are doing the various plantations within the forest reserve. So it is not true that the area has been encroached by settlers. Rather, we have engaged the communities using both the indigenes and the settlers, and they are doing the plantation for us,” he said.
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Chizzy Alichi has gained attention on social media after the birth of her first child.
Fashion designer Mimi Linda Yina, known as Medlinboss, is among those celebrating Chizzy’s news.
Medlinboss styled Chizzy for her maternity shoot and shared a heartfelt message about the baby.
The 2024 Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party(NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed his willingness to assist in uniting and strengthening its base ahead of the 2028 general elections.
Dr. Bawumia gave the assurance as part of his tour in the Western region accompanied by the NPP national executives and former presidential aspirants.
The tour is to express appreciation to party faithful who worked tirelessly in the 2024 election campaign.
The tour also forms part of the party’s agenda to unite and strengthen its base from the grassroots level to the top, as they seek to bring together dissatisfied members who abstained from the last elections, leading to their defeat.
Speaking in Takoradi, Dr. Bawumia acknowledged that all past presidential candidates of the NPP have embarked on similar tours, following their defeats.
However, he adopted the new style, involving the party executives and past aspirants as part of his efforts to assist in uniting the party.
Dr. Bawumia also emphasised the need to express appreciation, even though the party lost massively in the last elections.
“God has said in all things we should give thanks and also His ways are not our ways. After the election defeat, many have questioned why we are embarking on a thank you tour but it is just to show appreciation to everyone for the selfless service,” he said.
Remarks by the African Media and Malaria Research Network (AMMREN) at a Webinar for Journalists to Commemorate the 2025 African Vaccination Week and Child Health in Ghana.
Presented by Prof Francis. B. Zotor. AMMREN Vice Board Chair.
The Director General of the Ghana Health Service, Prof. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea, the WHO Country Representative, Dr Kwame Amposah Achiano, Programme Manager, Expanded Programme on Immunisation (EPI), Distinguished Partners, Colleagues from the Media and Civil Society, Ladies and Gentlemen, Good morning.
The African Media and Malaria Research Network (AMMREN), is honoured to be co-hosting this special webinar with the EPI and the GHS to commemorate the 2025 African Vaccination Week and Child Health Promotion Week.
This is the first time AMMREN is partnering with the EPI to host such a programme.
This objectives of the Webinar aligns with the goals of the National Media Vaccine Network that was formed last year by AMMREN as an outcome of a collaboration with WHO Ghana.
This year’s theme for the vaccination week, “Every Child deserves a healthy future; invest in your child. Attend ‘weighing regularly,” speaks directly to our shared mission as communicators and storytellers.
Vaccination is one of the most effective public health interventions known to humanity, and yet, its success depends not only on science and logistics, but also on trust, information, and public confidence. And that’s where journalists come in.
Indeed, vaccination is a crucial public health measure that has helped to eradicate deadly diseases and save millions of lives. However, vaccine uptake depends largely on what information is shared.
In an era where misinformation can spread faster than any virus, journalists have a responsibility not just to report, but to educate, to clarify, and to champion the truth.
Whether it’s countering vaccine myths, sharing personal testimonies, or highlighting the work of frontline health workers, journalists have a pivotal role in shaping the national narrative.
As a proud partner of the EPI, AMMREN is committed to empowering journalists with the right tools and data to tell impactful, evidence-based stories. The webinar today is about reinforcing that commitment. It’s about equipping journalists with insights, deepening their partnership with health experts, and encouraging them to be bold and commited in the coverage of immunisation and child health issues.
As we mark this important week, AMMREN call on all stakeholders—government agencies, health professionals, traditional and religious leaders, civil society and the media to continue working together to strengthen immunisation coverage, particularly in hard-to-reach and underserved communities.
AMMREN urges every journalist on the call today to take up the mantle of Health Champion. Go beyond the press releases.
Tell the stories of mothers walking miles to vaccinate their children. Highlight local successes and persistent gaps. Hold institutions accountable. But do so with compassion, accuracy, and an unwavering focus on public good.
No child should suffer or die from a preventable disease. Every child vaccinated is a step toward a stronger, healthier Ghana.Together, we can build vaccinated, informed, and resilient communities. Thank you—and let’s keep the conversation going.
Former Vice President of Ghana and 2024 NPP flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
Former Vice President and NPP presidential candidate for the 2024 elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has cautioned the party members against attacking and speaking ill of one another, especially during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia, who is currently on a “Thank You Tour” in Takoradi, Western Region, recalled how the NPP gave its opponents, particularly the National Democratic Congress, arsenals through their vitriolic utterances against themselves.
He believed one of the major things that contributed to the NPP’s defeat in the elections was the disparaging comments they made against one another during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia noted it was their own words that the NDC played back against them to win the 2024 general elections.
In view of this, he urged the party to be united as they aim to return to power in 2028.
“Unity is key in every group endeavour but for the 2024 elections, we faced the internal issues.”
“Some of our own members attacked the party and government publicly and our opponents, the NDC, played back these words by our own members against us through series of adverts in the media.”
“They used the words against us and if the attack is coming from your own members, you can imagine the effect.”
“We paid the price.” — Dr. Bawumia Reflects on NPP’s 2024 Defeat
NPP flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia cites arrogance of power, rising cost of living, failure to reshuffle, the E-Levy, and the IMF-induced haircut as key reasons behind the party’s loss in the 2024 general… pic.twitter.com/7bXSFm74pk— CITI FM 97.3 (@Citi973) April 26, 2025
Renowned academic Prof. Stephen Kwaku Asare (aka Kwaku Azar) has criticized former President Akufo-Addo’s handling of his petition seeking the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.
In an interview on the KeyPoints on TV3, Prof. Asare said the then President, in his prima facie determination, not only dismissed his petition without proper investigation but also made baseless allegations against him.
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Former Vice President and 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has lamented the role internal party divisions played in the NPP’s defeat during the 2024 general elections.
Speaking at the launch of his national Thank You Tour in Takoradi on Saturday, Dr. Bawumia noted that public criticisms from some NPP members were weaponised by the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) during the campaign.
“Unity is key in every group endeavour but for the 2024 elections we faced internal issues,” Dr. Bawumia said.
He recounted that certain comments made by NPP members against their own party and government were seized upon by the NDC, who “played back these words by our own members against us through series of adverts in the media.”
“They used the words against us and if the attack is coming from your own members, you can imagine the effect,” he added.
Dr. Bawumia stressed that the lack of a united front seriously undermined the party’s efforts and contributed to its electoral defeat.
He urged NPP stakeholders to prioritise unity going forward, warning that ongoing internal bickering would continue to derail the party’s objectives if not properly addressed.
The Thank You Tour is expected to take Dr. Bawumia to various regions across the country as he engages party faithful and reflects on the lessons of the 2024 electoral loss.
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Uganda has officially declared the end of its latest Ebola outbreak, three months after the first cases emerged in the capital, Kampala.
The Ministry of Health announced the milestone on Saturday via its official X account, calling it “good news” and confirming that 42 days had passed without new infections since the last patient was discharged.
“During this outbreak, 14 cases, 12 confirmed and two not confirmed through laboratory tests [probable], were reported. Four deaths, two confirmed and two probable, occurred. Ten people recovered from the infection,” The World Health Organization (WHO) said in a statement.
WHO chief Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus applauded the Ugandan Health Ministry for its “leadership and commitment” in overcoming the outbreak. “Congratulations to the government and health workers of #Uganda on ending the #Ebola outbreak,” he said on X on Saturday.
Ebola infections are frequent in Uganda which has many tropical forests that are natural reservoirs for the virus.
The latest outbreak, caused by the Sudan strain of the virus, was detected on January 30 this year when a male nurse contracted the virus and later died. The strain has no approved vaccine.
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It was Uganda’s ninth outbreak since the country recorded its first infection in 2000.
Neighbouring the Democratic Republic of the Congo – a country that has experienced more than a dozen outbreaks, including one from 2018 to 2020 which killed nearly 2,300 people – Uganda remains highly vulnerable to the spread of the disease.
The latest outbreak began in Kampala, a bustling city of four million people and a key transit hub linking eastern DRC, Kenya, Rwanda and South Sudan. Health experts say Uganda has been able to leverage on its experience battling the disease over the years to bring them under control relatively quickly.
Ebola is spread through contact with infected bodily fluids and tissues, with symptoms such as severe headache, muscle pain, vomiting blood and internal bleeding.
A group within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) known as Citizen Eye Ghana has raised concerns over the ongoing Thank You Tour being undertaken by Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and the national executives of the party.
The tour, which began on Wednesday, April 23, 2025, at the party’s headquarters at Asylum Down, is aimed at thanking party supporters following the NPP’s defeat to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2024 general elections.
Operating under the theme “In All Things, Give Thanks to God” (1 Thessalonians 5:18), the initiative seeks to foster unity and gratitude across the party’s grassroots.
The tour spans all sixteen regions, with notable events including a three-day gathering in the Ashanti Region from April 29 to May 1, due to its political importance.
The programme is scheduled to conclude in the Central Region on June 4, 2025.
However, Citizen Eye Ghana, in a statement, criticized the tour, describing it as a political strategy to promote Dr. Bawumia rather than a genuine party activity.
“Let us be absolutely clear, the NPP currently has no presidential candidate. Yet, through the packaging of this tour, the party appears to be unofficially crowing Dr Bawumia as its chosen flagbearer, sidelining other aspirants who have contributed meaningfully to the party’s progress and vision.
The group further lamented the use of official party resources to advance what they view as an unfair advantage for Dr. Bawumia.
It is, therefore, calling for fairness and inclusivity within the party, urging the leadership to uphold democratic principles as the NPP charts its path forward.
“This conduct is deeply troubling, the use of the party’s letterhead, platforms, and organisational structure to amplify one aspirant’s visibility is inappropriate, unfair, and fundamentally undemocratic,” the statement added.
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Policy Strategy Advisor at Democracy Hub, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, has strongly contested the assertion by a former Deputy Attorney General, Diana Asonaba Dapaah, that the threshold for establishing a prima facie case against the Chief Justice is low.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, Barker-Vormawor argued that, contrary to the Deputy AG’s claims, the threshold is considerably high, and the legal process demands a robust evidentiary basis before such a case can proceed.
He maintained that, in his view, the allegations currently levelled against the Chief Justice are substantial and, when considered together, meet the necessary requirements to establish a prima facie case.
Barker-Vormawor’s remarks come amid growing public debate over the accountability of judicial figures and the integrity of constitutional processes in the country following petitions to the president to remove the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo for alleged misconducts.
The president last week suspended the Chief Justice after the establishment of a committee to investigate the petitions against her.
Ambassador Alhaji Salamu Amadu has praised the organisers of the Kwahu Business Forum for establishing a dynamic platform that empowers entrepreneurs and promotes economic development.
He lauded the initiative, describing it as a significant opportunity for emerging entrepreneurs to network, gain exposure, and engage with key industry players.
“This was my first time travelling to Kwahu because of the forum, and I must say that already, two banks have visited me at the Afro-Arab Group Head Office as a direct result of the event,” he revealed, highlighting the immediate business opportunities and partnerships the forum facilitated.
Alhaji Salamu, who is president and founder of the Afro-Arab Group of Companies, a Ghanaian-based firm, stressed that initiatives like the Kwahu Business Forum play a vital role in inspiring and nurturing the next generation of business leaders. “Platforms like this serve as a springboard for emerging entrepreneurs to gain visibility, learn from others, and connect within the business ecosystem,” he noted.
Ambassador Amadu also underscored the importance of expanding the forum’s reach beyond Ghana. He urged the organisers to consider inviting firms from across the African continent to participate in next year’s edition, as a means of advancing regional integration and supporting the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
“I strongly encourage the organisers to consider bringing in companies from other African nations next year. This will not only broaden business networks but also align with the vision of the AfCFTA. The forum has the potential to become a major platform for intra-African trade,” he stated.
He further observed that the forum’s impact extends beyond commerce, playing a significant role in promoting tourism and stimulating local economies. “The forum will help birth many empowered entrepreneurs and also boost tourism in the area,” he added.
He then commended President John Dramani Mahama and Chief of Staff Julius Debrah for their continued commitment to supporting entrepreneurial development nationwide.
“I’ve heard about Kwahu for many years, but this was my first time travelling there because of the forum,” he said. “I must say I’m truly impressed by the level of organisation, the quality of networking opportunities, and the foresight behind this initiative. It’s a real game-changer for entrepreneurs like myself.”
Known for his strong advocacy for youth empowerment and business development through the Afro-Arab Group, Ambassador Amadu reaffirmed his dedication to supporting initiatives that create growth opportunities for entrepreneurs across Ghana and the African continent.
According to him, he sees the Kwahu Business Forum as part of a broader series of events aimed at stimulating business development, tourism, and regional economic growth within the Kwahu enclave.
Before the Kwahu Business Forum, President John Dramani Mahama renewed his call for sound economic policies that place entrepreneurs at the centre of Ghana’s development agenda.
He stressed the urgent need to unlock opportunities and give meaningful expression to the success of hardworking Ghanaians.
The president noted this in a Facebook post after a three-day visit to Kwahu during the Easter festivities.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary Minority Leader, Alexander Kwamina Afenyo-Markin, has also lauded the president for initiating the Kwahu Business Forum, which continues to shape the future of business in Ghana.
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Private legal practitioner Kenneth Kuranchie
Private legal practitioner Kenneth Kuranchie has asserted that petitions for the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, the heads of Ghana’s security agencies, and the potential ousting of Electoral Commissioner Jean Mensa have tarnished the country’s image.
According to him, these actions make Ghana appear like an unserious country in the eyes
of the international community.
Speaking in an interview on GHOne TV on April 25, 2025, Kuranchie stated that no serious country removes such high-ranking officials simply due to a change in government.
“It is time that all of us made a very conscious decision to behave well. Anyone observing from afar, watching our country get rid of Electoral Commissioners, Inspectors General of Police, and Chief Justices, would only conclude that we are a banana republic.
“How many times have you heard of the United States, Western European countries, which we aspire to emulate, or Great Britain, removing their commissioners of police?” he quizzed.
Kenneth Kuranchie, who is also the Managing Editor of The Searchlight newspaper, stressed that Ghana must learn the proper democratic practices from advanced nations.
He emphasised that individuals appointed to such high offices must be allowed to serve and retire honorably.
“You get into the position, you grow in the position, you retire from the position. We must learn to adopt that culture,” he said.
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Anybody standing afar off and watching our country get rid of Electoral Commissioners, Inspectors General of Police and Chief Justices would conclude that we’re a banana republic… – Kenneth Agyei Kuranchie (Managing Editor, The Searchlight Newspaper)#GHOneNews #EIBNetwork… pic.twitter.com/QLBMnXiPev
— GHOne TV (@ghonetv) April 25, 2025
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John Mahama has earned widespread praise for his handling of a situation involving his bodyguard’s aggressive behavior towards civilians at a public event.
Mahama intervened, instructing his security detail to refrain from using excessive force and instead prioritize respect and compassion towards the community members.
The incident has sparked a positive reaction on social media, with many users commending Mahama’s leadership and character.
Members of the CEANA visited Togbi Sri III (seated in a chair)
On Easter Sunday, April 19, 2025, a momentous meeting took place at the Royal Aklorbordzi Palace in Anloga, Ghana, as the leadership of the Council of Ewe Associations of North America (CEANA), led by President Dr Tsatsu Nyamadi, paid a distinguished courtesy call on His Royal Majesty (HRM) Togbi Sri III, the revered Overlord of the Anlo Kingdom.
Following the successful commissioning of two CEANA projects earlier in the week—a kindergarten school building in Dodome-Awuaisu, Ghana, and a state-of-the-art computer library in Kpalime, Togo, Dr Nyamadi traveled to Anloga to inspect ongoing construction on the Anloga Public Library, another CEANA-sponsored initiative aimed at empowering local communities through education and literacy.
As custom demands, the CEANA delegation was first received by Togbi Zewu IV, Dufiaga of Anloga, and Togbi Tudoabor III, Dufia of Anloga Lashibi, who formally introduced the visitors to HRM Togbi Sri III.
Upon entering the palace, HRM warmly welcomed his guests, acknowledging CEANA’s ongoing contributions to the Eweland and expressing his appreciation for their efforts in fostering unity and progress.
During the meeting, CEANA Public Relations Officer Efo Steve Dei formally presented the purpose of the visit, highlighting the organization’s mission to unite Ewes in North America, promote cultural heritage, and undertake impactful development projects across Ghana, Togo, and Benin.
He noted that the Anloga Public Library, when completed, would mark CEANA’s second major project in the Anlo area, following the construction of a six-classroom block at Vui Zion Primary School.
Dr Nyamadi addressed HRM with deep reverence, thanking him for the audience and emphasising CEANA’s dedication to strengthening Ewe identity and heritage. He called on the Awoamefia to use his royal influence to inspire greater participation in CEANA’s initiatives, stressing that collective efforts and unity among Ewes worldwide are crucial to advancing the socioeconomic development of the Eweland.
HRM Togbi Sri III responded with great admiration for CEANA’s tireless work, acknowledging the challenges of organising and fundraising abroad while consistently channeling resources toward the development of Ewe communities. He pledged his support in amplifying CEANA’s mission and expressed his intent to personally attend a future convention to convey his gratitude and rally further unity among Ewes.
The meeting concluded with mutual commitments to strengthening cultural ties and furthering development efforts. Togbi Zewu IV stressed the importance of involving local chiefs and elders in selecting and planning future projects, ensuring their alignment with community needs.
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From Accra to Hollywood, the stars are aligned for Ghana!
2025 is the year Ghanaian celebrities are rewriting the rules, breaking boundaries, and taking over global headlines!
Whether it’s rocking the stages at Coachella, walking international runways, starring in Netflix hits, or dominating sports arenas, these homegrown talents are proving that Ghana is not just watching the world—we’re leading it.
In this exclusive roundup, we spotlight 10 Ghanaian celebrities who are not only making waves in the country but also creating tidal shifts on the global stage.
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Their stories are a mix of talent, hustle, and undeniable star power—and trust us, the world is watching.
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2025 has been a landmark year for Stonebwoy, Ghana’s undisputed king of afrodancehall.
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Known for his consistent global presence, Stonebwoy set the stage ablaze at the Africa Prosperity Champions Awards Gala in Accra, performing for an elite audience including ex-president John Mahama.
His recent appearance at Paris Fashion Week also reaffirmed his influence beyond music, cementing his reputation as a cultural icon.
He’s currently working on a cross-continental album featuring artists from Europe, the Caribbean, and Africa, signalling his intent to unite global music through African rhythms.
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While Juliet Ibrahim built her brand as an actress, 2025 is proving to be the year of her directorial breakthrough.
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Her emotionally gripping film, Widow’s Gift, won Achievement in Directing at the Ghana Movie Awards 2025, showcasing her transition into a serious filmmaker.
Her works now tour international film festivals, bringing Ghanaian stories to global platforms.
Juliet’s mission is to amplify African narratives, and she’s currently in talks to produce a pan-African Netflix series.
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With her genre-bending sound and futuristic aesthetic, Amaarae turned heads at Coachella 2025, performing alongside Caribbean legends like Vybz Kartel.
Her bold fashion, experimental visuals, and lyrical bravery have made her a cult icon among Gen Z fans globally.
She was recently featured in Billboard Magazine as one of “10 Artists Redefining Global Pop in 2025”.
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Kudus is not just one of Ghana’s most consistent exports to the football world—he’s a sensation.
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With top-class performances for West Ham United, his market value continues to soar.
Rumours of a high-profile move to Saudi giants Al-Nassr are swirling, thanks to his incredible skill, discipline, and humility.
Beyond football, Kudus is also launching a youth foundation in Nima to support underprivileged kids through sport.
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Making history in 2025, Abigail Quartey became Ghana’s first female world boxing champion, winning the WIBF World Super Bantamweight title.
Her journey from Jamestown to global glory has inspired a new generation of female athletes across West Africa.
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She’s already signed endorsement deals with fitness brands and will headline a documentary on African women in sports.
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From Los Angeles to Milan, fashion designer Kwame Adusei is turning heads.
His designs have graced icons like Beyoncé and Kylie Jenner, bringing Ghanaian craftsmanship to haute couture. His recent fashion week debut in New York was met with standing ovations.
Kwame’s new flagship store in Accra is combining luxury fashion with local textile artisanship—making global trends truly Ghanaian.
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In 2025, Black Sherif, born Mohammed Ismail Sherif Kwaku Frimpong, has solidified his position as a leading figure in Ghanaian music.
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His sophomore album, Iron Boy, released on April 3, 2025, showcases a blend of hip-hop, Afrobeats, and Highlife, reflecting themes of resilience and personal growth.
Following the album’s release, Black Sherif embarked on the Iron Boy Tour, captivating audiences across North America and Europe.
The tour included performances in major cities such as New York, Toronto, and London, further expanding his international fan base.
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Jutta Pokuah Addo, Miss Ghana 2025, is redefining what it means to be a beauty queen.
With a background in psychology and social work, her reign is focused on mental health advocacy for young girls in Ghana. Her poise, intelligence, and charisma have attracted international media attention, including features in Essence and CNN Africa.
She is set to represent Ghana at the Miss World 2025 pageant in South Korea.
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Whether it’s on screen, on stage, or online, Clemento Suarez continues to be Ghana’s most loved comedic actor.
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He was recently awarded Favourite Actor of the Year and is currently shooting a bilingual (Twi-English) Netflix comedy series.
His blend of humour and cultural commentary has gained a cult following among the diaspora community in the UK and US.
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Born in Amsterdam to Ghanaian parents, Jeremie Frimpong of Bayer Leverkusen has consistently paid homage to his Ghanaian roots.
His recent trip to Ghana saw him donate school supplies and engage with children at the Osu Children’s Centre, winning hearts for his humility.
Frimpong’s goal is to set up a football academy and scholarship programme in Accra.
The 2024 flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed deep appreciation to the party’s polling station executives and grassroots supporters, describing them as the NPP’s greatest assets.
Speaking during the party’s Thank You Tour in Takoradi on Saturday, 26 April, Dr Bawumia acknowledged the tireless efforts of the rank and file in sustaining the party’s strength across the country.
Richard Akpokavie has been elected as the new president of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), securing a commanding victory with 44 votes against Michael Aggrey’s 19.
Saturday’s triumph marks a major comeback for Akpokavie, who narrowly lost the presidential race four years ago, falling short by just seven votes to former president Ben Nunoo Mensah.
Akpokavie brings a wealth of experience to the role, having previously served as the GOC’s General Secretary from 2017 to 2021.
He later challenged Ben Nunoo Mensah in the 2021 presidential election.
Beyond administration, Akpokavie boasts a strong sporting background, having captained Ghana’s national hockey team during his playing days.
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the 2024 general elections, has assured dismissed workers that they will be given priority in employment opportunities under the next NPP government.
He made the pledge while addressing party faithful and residents during the NPP’s Thank You Tour in Takoradi on Saturday, 26th April 2025.
Speaking with empathy, Dr Bawumia acknowledged the hardship experienced by those who had lost their jobs in recent times.
“I know how it feels to lose your job, your daily bread,” he said, adding that the NPP recognises the sacrifices many have made and is committed to restoring their livelihoods.
He emphasised that a future NPP government would implement robust job creation initiatives targeted at those most affected by the current economic challenges.
“I assure you that in the next NPP administration, you will be prioritised for jobs,” Dr Bawumia pledged, drawing enthusiastic applause from the crowd.
The Thank You Tour forms part of the party’s strategy to re-engage its support base and reaffirm its commitment to Ghanaians ahead of the December polls.
Dr Bawumia reiterated that the NPP remains focused on revitalising the economy, empowering businesses, and providing sustainable employment for the nation’s youth and displaced workers.
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The global media attention given to the death of Pope Francis and his funeral, which takes place today, Saturday, April 26, at St Peter’s Basilica, and the obvious affection felt for him by millions of people around the world, will come as no surprise to anyone who watched his 12-year pontificate unfold.
Partly it’s because it has been so long – 20 years – since a pope has died in office.
Benedict retired as Pope in February 2013, and his death nine years later, on 31 December 2022, was overtaken by the new year festivities.
Not since the death of John Paul II, six days after Easter in 2005, have we seen the traditions and rituals of a church mourning its reigning Pope.
But that alone does not explain the reaction of the public. His personality, more than anything else, endeared him to millions of people around the world.
His humility, sense of humour, approachableness, non-judgmental spirit; his willingness to engage in a conversation with the world rather than offer entitled proclamations; and his unpredictability, the sense we all had that he was unscripted and comfortable in his own skin – these were the aspects of Francis’s personality that led some to describe him as “the people’s Pope”.
In fact, many of the traits that could frustrate more conservative Catholics are what earned him a hearing from those outside his Church, those who struggle with faith, and those who have been hurt by religion in one form or another.
One pilgrim in St Peter’s Square told me she “loved” the Pope not because he was Pope but because he didn’t seem like a Pope. He seemed like a simple pastor,” she said, “a wise friend, an older mentor, who walked alongside me”.
Just opposite the church where Pope Francis will be buried after today’s papal funeral, a large banner hangs from a building bearing a hand-painted slogan: “GRAZIE, FRANCESCO”.
The simple choice of words is telling: “Thank you, Francis”. Not “Your Holiness” or even “Holy Father”. Just “Francis”.
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Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie and his wife, Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, the D-G of Prisons
The President of the Republic and the First Lady are often regarded as the most powerful couple in the nation. But are they really?
While the President holds ultimate authority, the First Lady’s role is largely ceremonial, with no executive powers.
There have been many firsts under the government of John Dramani Mahama, but the recent suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo may have created arguably the most powerful couple in Ghana’s history.
Following the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, the most senior judge on the bench, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie assumed the role of Acting Chief Justice, making him the head of Ghana’s judiciary.
Just weeks before he assumed this role, Justice Baffoe-Bonnie’s wife, Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, was appointed Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service, placing her in charge of the administration of the nation’s prisons.
In effect, while the husband supervises the sentencing of individuals, the wife oversees their incarceration – the husband heads the courts, the wife heads the prisons.
Below are brief profiles of Ghana’s “power couple”:
Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie
Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie was called to the Bar in Ghana in 1983. He began his judicial career as a Circuit Court Judge in Kumasi and later served as a High Court Judge in Duayaw Nkwanta. In 2006, he was appointed to the Court of Appeal.
In June 2008, President John Agyekum Kufuor appointed him as a Justice of the Supreme Court of Ghana.
In 2013, he served on the panel of Supreme Court Judges that adjudicated the landmark election petition filed by the New Patriotic Party (NPP), which sought to annul approximately four million votes from the 2012 general elections due to alleged irregularities. The petition was ultimately dismissed.
Born on December 26, 1956, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie began his education at the Goaso Local Authority Primary and Middle Schools, completing his Middle School Leaving Certificate examinations in the late 1960s.
He attended Konongo Odumase Secondary School, where he obtained his GCE Ordinary and Advanced Level certificates between 1969 and 1976. He then proceeded to the University of Ghana and subsequently the Ghana School of Law.
He is also the brother of the late Kwasi Sainti Baffoe-Bonnie, founder of Network Broadcasting Company Limited, which operates Radio Gold.
Patience Baffoe-Bonnie
Patience Baffoe-Bonnie, Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service, boasts over 36 years of experience in prison administration, having held various managerial, staff, and command positions since joining the service in 1987.
She previously served as Director of Prisons in charge of Services and Director of Technical and Services.
Her other command roles include Officer-In-Charge of James Camp Prison, Greater Accra Regional Commander, Chief Legal Officer, Greater Accra Regional Legal Officer, Welfare Officer, Course Commander, and Adjutant at the Prisons Officers’ Training School.
She has also worked at various facilities, including James Fort Female Prison, Senior Correctional Centre, Kumasi Female Prison, and Sekondi Female Prison.
In addition to her extensive experience in the Prisons Service, Patience Baffoe-Bonnie is also a qualified lawyer. She holds a Postgraduate Law Degree Certificate from the Ghana School of Law and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work and Sociology from the University of Ghana. She is an alumna of Tema Secondary School and Winneba Secondary School.
She actively participates in various organisations, including the Ghana Olympic Committee Women’s Commission, the Women and Children’s Committee of the Ghana Bar Association, and the African Union (AU)
Women Election Observer Group. She is currently the National President of the Prisons Ladies Association.
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Former Vice President of Ghana and 2024 NPP flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
Former Vice President and NPP presidential candidate for the 2024 elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has cautioned the party members against attacking and speaking ill of one another, especially during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia, who is currently on a “Thank You Tour” in Takoradi, Western Region, recalled how the NPP gave its opponents, particularly the National Democratic Congress, arsenals through their vitriolic utterances against themselves.
He believed one of the major things that contributed to the NPP’s defeat in the elections was the disparaging comments they made against one another during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia noted it was their own words that the NDC played back against them to win the 2024 general elections.
In view of this, he urged the party to be united as they aim to return to power in 2028.
“Unity is key in every group endeavour but for the 2024 elections, we faced the internal issues.”
“Some of our own members attacked the party and government publicly and our opponents, the NDC, played back these words by our own members against us through series of adverts in the media.”
“They used the words against us and if the attack is coming from your own members, you can imagine the effect.”
Participants in the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy Consultation held in Accra
Ghana could see a $20 billion boost to its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) by 2030 through the strategic development and adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to Darlington Akogo, one of Ghana’s leading AI entrepreneurs and CEO of minoHealth AI Labs.
Speaking at the National Artificial Intelligence Strategy Consultation in Accra, Mr Akogo emphasised that AI presents a transformative economic opportunity for the country.
“In 2023, Ghana’s GDP stood at $76.37 billion. AI alone can contribute an additional $20 billion by 2030 — far surpassing traditional sectors,” he said.
He compared AI’s potential return on investment (ROI) with major revenue streams such as gold ($7.6 billion), cocoa ($1.1 billion), and oil ($1 billion), stating that AI offers up to 6.4x ROI in under seven months—making it the most lucrative investment Ghana can make at this time.
He proposed the creation of a national AI fund of between $500 million and $1 billion to fast-track innovation and strengthen Ghana’s digital economy. “We must be aggressive and strategic. AI will multiply ROI not only in tech but across all sectors—from agriculture and health to mining and finance,” he added.
The consultation, hosted by the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, in collaboration with the British High Commission, brought together stakeholders from government, academia, civil society, and the private sector to discuss Ghana’s draft National AI Strategy.
The strategy is being developed by the Responsible AI Lab at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), under the leadership of Prof Jerry John Kponyo, who also serves as its Principal Investigator and Scientific Director.
In his keynote address, the Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon Samuel Nartey George, declared AI a national priority. “It is not data alone, but the intelligence we apply to it that will revolutionise how we build smart cities, deliver healthcare, and deepen financial inclusion,” he noted.
The Minister announced the government’s 1 Million Coders Programme, an ambitious digital skills initiative aimed at equipping Ghanaian youth with future-ready technological competencies.
He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing the necessary infrastructure, fostering strategic partnerships, and instituting innovation-friendly policies that will enable the successful rollout of the national AI agenda.
Prof Kponyo outlined critical focus areas such as education, ethics, governance, industry development, and data regulation. He expressed gratitude to the Minister for his support and reiterated that RAIL considers its role in the development of the strategy a “sacred duty.”
He added that RAIL is working closely with partners across sectors to ensure that the strategy is finalised and passed by June 2025, establishing Ghana as a regional leader in responsible and inclusive AI deployment.
The consultation forms part of broader national efforts to ensure that Ghana’s digital transformation is equitable, forward-thinking, and resilient in the face of emerging technological challenges and opportunities.
Deputy Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), George Krobea Asante, has officially declared his intention to contest for the position of National Youth Organizer within the party.
According to a report by Citi Newsroom, his decision comes following calls from party members urging him to step forward and serve in a greater capacity.
During an appearance on Channel One News on Friday, April 25, Krobea Asante confirmed that he is preparing to file his nomination once the party opens the process.
He emphasized that his decision to contest is rooted in a sense of duty and loyalty to the NPP’s vision and principles.
Krobea Asante, who has been an active figure within the party’s communication machinery, believes his experience and commitment uniquely position him to connect with the youth and mobilize their energies towards securing victory in the 2028 general elections.
His announcement is expected to inject fresh enthusiasm into the NPP’s youth wing, as the party looks to rebuild and strengthen its grassroots support base following the 2024 elections.
He joins a growing list of aspirants keen on playing a leading role in revitalizing the party’s structures and ensuring a more dynamic and responsive engagement with the younger generation.
Asante’s candidacy is seen by many political observers as a natural progression, given his longstanding service and visibility within the party’s ranks.
The NPP is preparing for a series of internal elections aimed at restructuring its national leadership in the run-up to the next election cycle.
The position of National Youth Organizer is regarded as critical in shaping the party’s future, making the upcoming contest highly anticipated.
Details regarding the timelines for nomination and election are expected to be announced by the party leadership in the coming weeks.
By Francis Ofori
Accra, April 26, GNA-Mr Edwin Amankwah has been elected Board Member of the Ghana Olympics Committee (GOC) after accumulating 38 votes out of the total 63.
The experienced administrator had served as Board Member of the Ghana Armwrestling Federation over the past five years.
Mr. Amankwah speaking in an interview with the GNA Sports expressed excitement having been given the nod to be part of GOC’s transformational plan.
“I am happy about today’s victory. I believe this is the time to change the phase of the GOC and we must do that now.”
He said as a Board Member, he would help guide and oversee the GOC’s activities, making sure it stays true to its mission and operates responsibly.
Mr. Amankwah thanked the delegates for trusting him.
He was elected among two other members Ms Rafatu Inusah, President of Ghana Rugby and Mr. Nathaniel Johnson, President of
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Former UN Senior Governance Advisor, Professor Baffour Agyeman-Duah, has called for serious introspection regarding the handling of petitions aimed at removing the Chief Justice, Gertrude Torkornoo.
His comments come in the wake of the Chief Justice’s suspension by President John Dramani Mahama, a move that has sparked widespread public and political discourse.
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile programme, Professor Agyeman-Duah expressed concern over how such actions affect the principle of separation of powers.
“In a democracy, the last thing you want is for the Executive to behave in a manner that undermines another arm of government,” he said, adding that historical examples show that presidents have often acted cautiously when displeased with Chief Justices.
He pointed out that, historically, there have been moments when presidents were displeased with Chief Justices. “However, even in such cases, those leaders acted with caution,” he said.
Professor Agyeman-Duah noted, “Presidents have been mindful of this and restrained themselves from taking steps that could compromise the judiciary’s independence.”
He further emphasised the importance of respecting the constitution.
“The constitution provides a clear process for handling such matters, and that process must be followed,” he said. He commended Inusah Fuseni’s presentation on the matter, praising how it rightly highlighted the importance of adhering to constitutional procedures.
However, he also explained that while the process must be followed, the president has some discretion. He recalled an incident during former President Akufo-Addo’s tenure when a petition was submitted.
“In that case, the president, in consultation with the Council of State, determined there was no case and declined to proceed,” he said. “That was a valid approach that upheld the separation of powers without initiating formal proceedings.”
In contrast, he noted that the current president has chosen to take a different path by moving the petition forward, because you cannot fault him because he is following the process.”
“While this is still in line with constitutional procedure, the president could have exercised discretion, as others have done in the past, and concluded that the petition did not merit further action,” he stated.
He concluded by urging a broader reflection on how such petitions are treated, especially given the delicate balance of power in a democratic system.
“We need to reflect on how such petitions are handled to ensure the integrity of our democratic institutions,” he said.
By Francis Ofori
Accra, April 26, GNA-Mr. Richard Akpokavie, newly elected President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has stressed the need for peace and unity among members to aid in developing the Olympic movement.
The former GOC Secretary-General in his second attempt as Presidential candidate won by 44 votes out of the total 63 cast.
Speaking in an interview with the GNA Sports, the newly-elected President said “There are too many disputes in sports so we need to work as one. We have one GOC team, several players and we must focus on building that team”.
He stated that disputes in the GOC had left a bad print hence the need to reunite and help transform sports in general.
He said the GOC would set up an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) system for members to report any dissatisfactions.
Mr. Akpokavie further stressed on the need to empower athletes who are the face of sports.
The former President of the Ghana Hockey Association called on its members to include more women in decision making processes.
He thanked the delegates for giving him the nod and pledged his commitment to develop the Ghana Olympic Committee.
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Former Vice President of Ghana and 2024 NPP flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
Former Vice President and NPP presidential candidate for the 2024 elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has cautioned the party members against attacking and speaking ill of one another, especially during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia, who is currently on a “Thank You Tour” in Takoradi, Western Region, recalled how the NPP gave its opponents, particularly the National Democratic Congress, arsenals through their vitriolic utterances against themselves.
He believed one of the major things that contributed to the NPP’s defeat in the elections was the disparaging comments they made against one another during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia noted it was their own words that the NDC played back against them to win the 2024 general elections.
In view of this, he urged the party to be united as they aim to return to power in 2028.
“Unity is key in every group endeavour but for the 2024 elections, we faced the internal issues.”
“Some of our own members attacked the party and government publicly and our opponents, the NDC, played back these words by our own members against us through series of adverts in the media.”
“They used the words against us and if the attack is coming from your own members, you can imagine the effect.”
Rev Obofour, founder of Anointed Palace Chapel
The Anointed Palace Chapel has released details for the final rites of Nana Afia Pokuaa, the mother of the founder and leader of the church, Rev Obofour, who passed away recently.
The three-day funeral observance will commence on Friday, May 30, with a memorial night service at the Anointed Palace Mission House.
On Saturday, May 31, the family will hold a lying-in-state at the same venue, followed by a burial service and private interment.
A Thanksgiving service will be held on Sunday, June 1, at the Anointed Palace Chapel, followed by a family gathering.
The founder of Anointed Palace Chapel (APC), Kwaku Agyei Antwi, also known as Rev Obofour, announced the death of his mother via a statement on Facebook on February 28, 2025.
According to the statement, Nana Afia Pokuah, died on Thursday, February 27, 2025.
Rev Obofour described his mother as a pillar of wisdom, compassion, and generosity, whose legacy of love and kindness will forever be remembered.
“It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden death of our beloved mother, Nana Afia Pokuah, which occurred on Thursday, 27th February 2025.
“She departed this life peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering kindness,” the announcement read.
The late Madam Pokuaa leaves behind six children, including Rev Obofour, siblings, and 22 grandchildren.
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Former Vice President of Ghana and 2024 NPP flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia
Former Vice President and NPP presidential candidate for the 2024 elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has cautioned the party members against attacking and speaking ill of one another, especially during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia, who is currently on a “Thank You Tour” in Takoradi, Western Region, recalled how the NPP gave its opponents, particularly the National Democratic Congress, arsenals through their vitriolic utterances against themselves.
He believed one of the major things that contributed to the NPP’s defeat in the elections was the disparaging comments they made against one another during their internal elections.
Dr Bawumia noted it was their own words that the NDC played back against them to win the 2024 general elections.
In view of this, he urged the party to be united as they aim to return to power in 2028.
“Unity is key in every group endeavour but for the 2024 elections, we faced the internal issues.”
“Some of our own members attacked the party and government publicly and our opponents, the NDC, played back these words by our own members against us through series of adverts in the media.”
“They used the words against us and if the attack is coming from your own members, you can imagine the effect.”
Entrepreneur and development strategist, Freda Cooper
The founder of Africa International Business Consultancy, Freda Cooper, has urged African experts to take their rightful place in shaping global economic policy.
She noted that her foundation is working to close the gap in understanding issues related to economic challenges on the African continent.
The entrepreneur and development strategist made the remarks during the 2025 World Bank and IMF annual meetings in Washington, DC.
Speaking from the high-level meetings scheduled from April 21 to 26, 2025, Cooper emphasised the importance of African voices in global development conversations.
“Our work in Ghana and Bridging has laid a strong foundation for understanding the unique economic challenges and opportunities across both African and European coastal regions.
This accreditation is not only a recognition of our past efforts but also a gateway to contribute more actively to global development conversations” she said.
Africa International Business Consultancy was recently accredited to participate in the 2025 Spring Meetings of the World Bank Group and the International Monetary Fund—a platform that brings together finance ministers, central bank governors, policymakers, and private sector leaders to address pressing global issues such as climate resilience, debt sustainability, and inclusive growth.
The consultancy has earned a strong reputation for its work in sustainable infrastructure and regional economic planning. Its dual base in Ghana and Bridging, Italy, allows it to straddle two dynamic economic spaces, bringing a valuable cross-continental perspective to its advisory work.
“We’re setting our sights on other promising coastal areas with high development potential. This isn’t just about expansion; it’s about deepening our impact. It’s essential that voices from Africa, particularly those that reflect real experience in local development, are present where big decisions are made. A more inclusive global economy starts with us. We’re ready to represent Ghana and Africa on that journey,” Cooper added.
The company’s participation in the global finance meetings highlights the growing credibility of African consultancies on the world stage. Cooper sees the moment as part of a larger shift.
The 2025 World Bank and IMF meetings come at a time when Africa faces pressing economic and climate-related challenges. she believes it is also a moment of opportunity.
Africa International Business Consultancy specialises in development strategy, coastal infrastructure, and sustainable regional planning and is now positioning itself to shape discourse well beyond the continent.
Kurt Okraku is the GFA President
The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has been elected as the second vice-president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF).
CAF President Patrice Motsepe made the announcement during an Executive Council meeting held in Accra on April 26, 2025.
The appointment was necessary as Motsepe seeks to restructure leadership after four of CAF’s five previous vice presidents resigned from their roles.
Augustin Senghor of Senegal resigned in protest, accusing Morocco of dominating CAF’s internal politics.
Meanwhile, Ahmed Yahya (Mauritania), Waberi Souleiman (Djibouti), and Kanizat Ibrahim (Comoros) all secured seats on FIFA’s top governing body, thus vacating their CAF vice presidencies.
Cameroon’s Seidou Mbombo Njoya, who was the Fourth Vice President, was also ousted after being dropped by his national association.
Other nominees who were considered for the vice-presidential role alongside Okraku include Mustapha Ishola Raji (Liberia), Kossi Gbezonde Akpovy (Togo), Wallace Karia (Tanzania), Mohamed Samir Sobha (Mauritius), Walter Nyamilandu Manda (Malawi), Samuel Eto’o (Cameroon), Pierre-Alain Mounguengui (Gabon), and Bestine Kazadi Ditabala (DR Congo) for the women’s seat.
Okraku’s appointment is a major milestone for Ghana and Anglophone Africa, as the current CAF leadership is dominated by individuals from North Africa.
Motsepe aims to use Kurt’s appointment to balance regional representation at CAF in terms of leadership.
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Former Vice President and NPP Presidential Candidate for the 2024 Elections, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has recalled, with disappointment, how the NDC played back internal attacks by some members of the NPP against the party during the 2024 election campaign.
Speaking to party stakeholders at the beginning of his national Thank You Tour in Takoradi on Saturday, Dr. Bawumia said internal bickering, leading to certain explosive comments by key members against the party and government, contributed to the party’s defeat.
The Director General of the National Road Safety Authority, Abraham Amaliba, has stated that the ongoing process to investigate Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo will continue regardless of planned demonstrations by political parties.
His comments come after a coalition of political parties, including the New Patriotic Party (NPP), announced plans to stage a nationwide demonstration on Monday, May 5, to protest the suspension of the Chief Justice.
The protest, according to organisers, is aimed at defending Ghana’s constitutional order and safeguarding the independence of the judiciary.
The decision to demonstrate was taken during an emergency meeting on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Other participating parties include the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), National Democratic Party (NDP), People’s National Party (PNP), and Ghana Union Movement (GUM).
Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, April 26, 2025, Amaliba said the demonstrations would not derail the constitutional process.
“They can engage in all the demonstrations they want to do but the process will still go on. I don’t think that what they are going to do will stop the president from following the constitution,” he stated.
“I am excited that so far the president has not breached any of the provisions in the law. So, this their demonstration, I don’t know what it is calling for, but it will be an exercise in futility because the president will not go up and beyond his bounds to do things that are unacceptable,” he stated.
On the possibility of Chief Justice Torkonoo returning to office, Amaliba said the outcome would depend entirely on the evidence she presents before the committee set up to investigate the petitions against her.
“I don’t know. But if she can exonerate herself, she will be made to come back. It all depends on the kinds of evidence that she is going to go to the committee with which will exonerate her or she will fail at that level.”
“Let us not jump the gun,” he added.
More than 250,000 worshipers, religious and political figures, lined St. Peter’s Square in the Vatican on Saturday to pay their respects to the late Pope Francis, who died earlier this week at the age of 88.
The service started at St. Peter’s Basilica shortly after 10 a.m. local time (4 a.m. ET), lasting just over two hours.
Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re, one of the most senior figures in the Catholic Church, led the simplified ceremony, in a series of rituals of religious hymns, an emotional homily and a final farewell to the pope, who was the first Latin American pontiff.
Francis’ modest coffin was then transported in the white popemobile over the River Tiber to be entombed in Rome’s Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore – an illuminated basilica that sits atop the highest point in the Italian capital.
Here’s how the day unfolded:
• Mourners and world leaders assemble: The pope’s funeral saw one of the largest gatherings of world leaders in recent years. A total of 130 delegations, including presidents and reigning monarchs, were in attendance. Argentine President Javier Milei, Britain’s Prince William, European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, US President Donald Trump and Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelensky were among the most high-profile guests.
• Trump and Zelensky summit: The US and Ukrainian leaders met minutes before the funeral began Saturday, speaking face-to-face on two chairs that had been set up inside the St. Peter’s Basilica. A White House spokesman accompanying Trump said that the two leaders “had a very productive discussion.” A spokesman for Zelensky said the meeting lasted for about 15 minutes, and the leaders agreed to continue talks. The Ukrainian leader also held sideline meetings with UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron.
• High security: Authorities in Rome ramped up security measures ahead of the service, deploying more than 2,000 police officers, sharpshooters and specialist forces. A further 400 traffic officers were on shift, the city’s police department told CNN.
• ‘Pope among the people:’ The 91-year-old Re eulogized the late pontiff’s “deeply sensitive” leadership, in a poignant sermon read out on the footsteps of St. Peter’s Basilica. “Faced with the raging wars of recent years, with their inhuman horrors and countless deaths and destruction, Pope Francis incessantly raised his voice imploring peace,” said Re. The late pontiff insistently advocated for communities in war-ravaged regions until his final days, including in Gaza, Ukraine, Sudan and South Sudan.
• Young worshipers pay respects: An array of mourners, including streams of young people and pilgrims from Indonesia, the US, the Philippines and France, pitched up at St. Peter’s Square overnight – a testament to Pope Francis’ wide appeal. Some of his most liberal supporters believe he was not reformist enough, but others say he has carved a progressive legacy in his wake, having transformed the Catholic Church for its 1.4 billion followers.
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By Jibril Abdul Mumuni
Accra, April 26, GNA – Mr Senyo Hosi, an economic policy analyst, has rejected suggestions that the petitions for the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo are politically motivated.
In a televised discussion on Saturday, Mr Hosi argued that the independence of the constitutional process, particularly the role of the 31-member Council of State, should not be undermined by partisan speculation.
“The idea that 31 distinguished members of the Council of State can be so easily swayed by political interests is an insult to their intelligence. This is not about politics; it is about procedure and the rule of law,” he said.
His remarks come amid political tensions over the petitions to remove the Chief Justice, as excerpts of those petitions and her response were circulated online.
Mr Hosi acknowledged that while the Chief Justice may not be universally popular, the legal merits of the petition, not political considerations, should determine the outcome.
“The question of whether this is politically motivated is irrelevant if there is no substantive basis for removal. What matters is whether due process is followed, and so far, the mechanisms in place ensure fairness,” he said.
Mr Hosi cautioned against the public circulation of the petition, warning that premature debates could prejudice the proceedings.
However, he maintained that the involvement of multiple independent bodies, including Parliament and the Judiciary, provides sufficient checks against bias.
“The system is designed to prevent any single entity from hijacking the process,” he noted. “Those suggesting otherwise are either misinformed or deliberately casting doubt on institutions that uphold our democracy.”
Mr Hosi said the established legal framework to address the petitions must be trusted.
“Let the process run its course without unfounded accusations. Ghana’s institutions are stronger than partisan agendas,” he added.
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