Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Haruna Mohammed, has explained that former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, was referred to the party’s disciplinary committee not for defending herself but for making statements that violated the party’s constitutional rights.
Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, March 22, Haruna Mohammed stressed the importance of handling internal party matters discreetly.
“As a party, you need to have intelligence in the sense that you need to be able to predict what happens. You need to understand that people’s sentiments might get out of hand, and you need to have caution.
“That is why the General Secretary issued a directive to all party members, including himself, to refrain not just from discussing but from engaging in any media discussions on certain internal matters,” he stated.
His remarks follow the NPP’s decision to refer Adwoa Safo to its National Disciplinary Committee over her public comments on the party’s performance in the 2024 elections.
In response, Adwoa Safo rejected the referral, arguing that the directive preventing members from discussing internal matters publicly was unconstitutional and infringed on her right to free speech.
Haruna Mohammed, however, maintained that while she had the right to defend herself, her statements must be made with caution.
Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Haruna Mohammed, has explained that former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, was referred to the party’s disciplinary committee not for defending herself but for making statements that violated the party’s constitutional rights.
Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, March 22, Haruna Mohammed stressed the importance of handling internal party matters discreetly.
“As a party, you need to have intelligence in the sense that you need to be able to predict what happens. You need to understand that people’s sentiments might get out of hand, and you need to have caution.
“That is why the General Secretary issued a directive to all party members, including himself, to refrain not just from discussing but from engaging in any media discussions on certain internal matters,” he stated.
His remarks follow the NPP’s decision to refer Adwoa Safo to its National Disciplinary Committee over her public comments on the party’s performance in the 2024 elections.
In response, Adwoa Safo rejected the referral, arguing that the directive preventing members from discussing internal matters publicly was unconstitutional and infringed on her right to free speech.
Haruna Mohammed, however, maintained that while she had the right to defend herself, her statements must be made with caution.
Asake’s stepfather addresses allegations regarding his involvement in the separation of Asake’s parents.
Claims suggest that a Fuji legend may have contributed to the split, affecting Asake’s relationship with his biological father.
The stepfather of popular Nigerian singer Asake has come forward to share his side of the story following allegations that he played a role in the separation of Asake’s parents.
Former Ghana coach, Kwasi Appiah’s Sudan’s remarkable run in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers continued on Saturday evening as they held tournament favourites Senegal to a hard-fought 0-0 draw in Benghazi, Libya.
The result keeps Sudan unbeaten and top of Group B with 11 points from five matches—two clear of Senegal and one ahead of DR Congo, who are second in the group.
For the Lions of Teranga, the draw adds further pressure ahead of their clash with Togo on Tuesday.
Despite their superior experience and firepower, Senegal struggled to break down a disciplined and resilient Sudanese side that has become the group’s surprise package.
The 2021 TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations champions nearly made a perfect start when a mistake from Sudan goalkeeper Mohamed Mustafa in the opening minute gifted an opportunity, only for him to recover in time.
The Lions dominated possession throughout, but Sudan looked the more dangerous on the counter.
The best chance of the first half arguably fell to Sudan, as a forward skipped past Edouard Mendy in the 20th minute but fired wide with the goal gaping.
At the other end, Senegal wasted a one-on-one opportunity and missed another close-range chance just before the break.
Sudan came out with renewed confidence in the second half. Just three minutes after the restart, Mendy was called into action again—parrying a long-range effort before smothering the rebound under pressure.
Sudan’s penalty appeals were waved away after their attacker went down in the box following the follow-up.
Senegal’s golden moment came in the 54th minute when Sadio Mané acrobatically connected with a loose ball in the box, only to send his overhead kick over the bar with the Sudanese keeper beaten.
Walieldin Khidir missed a glorious chance to win it for Sudan in the 76th minute, scuffing wide from inside the area. Mané again threatened at the other end four minutes later, but his shot was cleared off the line.
Despite late pressure, neither side could find a winner, and the spoils were shared in a pulsating encounter that showcased Sudan’s tactical discipline and Senegal’s growing frustration.
With this result, Sudan continue to dream of a first-ever World Cup appearance, while Senegal face an uphill battle to reclaim the group’s top spot. The next round of fixtures on Tuesday could prove decisive.
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Ghanaian Afro-Spiritual artiste Enam Keteku Angela, widely known as Enam, has called on her fellow musicians to prioritise their cultural heritage over imitating foreign styles in their music.
In an interview with Graphic Showbiz, Enam expressed concern about the growing trend of Ghanaian artists, especially emerging ones, replicating Western influences rather than crafting original Ghanaian sounds.
“As a nation, we can only thrive and surpass existing standards by promoting authenticity in our creative industry. We must represent Ghana with genuinely Ghanaian creations. We can never be more American than Americans. While we can mimic them, we can never truly become them,” she said.
As a passionate advocate for Afro-Spiritual music, Enam also called for greater recognition and support for the genre.
According to her, it carries a profound spiritual force that connects people to their ancestors and has the potential to resonate with global audiences.
“I founded Afro-Spiritual, a music style inspired by an ancient genre from the Hadzivodushis of the Yahweh Shrine,” she explained.
She described spiritual and ancestral music as an art form deeply rooted in history and human experience, with the power to evoke the struggles and resilience of the past.
“The spirits behind pure Ghanaian sounds are magical. These are the wailing souls of those who endured slavery, torment, and abuse. They sang through tears and sweat as their blood filled the oceans and rivers they crossed. They imprinted these sounds in the realms, making them eternal,” she said.
“When we invoke them through their sounds, they hear us and respond. The atumpan, fontomfrom, gongon, konga, bells, horns, shakers, and chachas—we don’t realize what we’re missing,” she added.
Enam described spiritual and ancestral music as a divine calling that cannot be ignored. “It’s a purpose that must be fulfilled, and nothing can stop it, not even me. I’ve tried. Imagine being guided by the spirits of sound, losing the desire to compete or imitate what’s considered normal. You find yourself transcending the ordinary, bringing depth to what seems shallow.”
“It’s more than just creating spiritual music; it’s about receiving cosmic sounds and messages from sacred realms. These are gifts from spirit guides that make life more meaningful and purposeful,” she shared.
Beyond her studio work, Enam has gained a reputation for her electrifying live performances, earning spots on prestigious stages across Ghana.
She highlighted some of her notable performances, including the opening and grand finals of 2024 Ghana’s Most Beautiful, the 2024 3Music Awards, Detty Rave 2024 with Smallgod, and Black Sherif’s Zama Disco show.
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Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dominic Ayine
The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, is set to hold a media briefing on Monday, March 24, 2025, to provide an update on all cases currently under investigation and actions taken so far under Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL).
The briefing, which is expected to take place at the Ministry of Justice, will offer key insights into the government’s legal efforts, case progress, and measures to ensure transparency and accountability in the justice system.
Legal analysts and the public are keenly anticipating the update, particularly regarding high-profile cases and the enforcement of legal reforms.
Dr. Ayine is also expected to outline the government’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and strengthening the country’s legal framework.
Renowned Ghanaian poet, writer, and art collector, Abena Pokua Adompim Busia, has shared a fascinating and deeply personal story about how her poetry first saw the light of publication, thanks to legendary Nigerian novelist and poet, Chinua Achebe.
In an interview on The Chat on Channel One TV, the former diplomat recounted how an unexpected encounter at an art exhibition in Manhattan, New York, led to a conversation that would shape the trajectory of her literary career.
According to Abena Busia, Achebe—one of Africa’s most celebrated literary figures—was the first person to formally publish her poetry.
Abena Busia recalled that she had attended a friend’s art exhibition in Manhattan, hoping to appreciate the artwork and perhaps find a piece she could take home.
However, what she didn’t anticipate was meeting one of the greatest writers of the African literary canon—Chinua Achebe—whose seminal works, including Things Fall Apart, had shaped African storytelling for generations.
“I went to my friend’s art show in Manhattan and a lot of amazing things happened that day. I was looking at a wonderful lithograph when this familiar voice came and spoke over my shoulder and the voice was Chinua Achebe and it is the day I met him who was the first person to publish my poetry.
“He asked for it that day. We had a conversation and he asked me to send him my poetry that day and I met him looking at the first art piece I ever bought. I really couldn’t afford that piece but I really wanted it and it was $250 and this was 40 years ago.”
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President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has officially taken over the direct disbursement of allowances for nursing and teacher trainees across Ghana.
The announcement was made during the President’s “Thank You Tour” in Tamale on Saturday, March 22, where he engaged with students, professionals, and community leaders to outline key policy measures aimed at improving the livelihoods of Ghanaians.
President Mahama said the decision is aimed at addressing the long-standing concerns over the delayed payment of allowances.
For years, nursing and teacher trainees in Ghana have faced persistent challenges with the disbursement of their monthly allowances.
Many have complained about delays that often span several months, making it difficult for them to cater for their basic needs, including transportation, feeding, and study materials.
Recognising the impact of these delays on trainees’ welfare and their ability to focus on their education, President Mahama indicated that this new measure would bring an end to the inconsistencies in allowance payments.
“There is good news for teacher and nursing trainees. Nursing and teacher trainees allowances are to be paid directly by the Controller and Accountant-General.
“This has been made a part of the compensations item in the budget and this will permanently eliminate the delay in trainees receiving their allowances. This means that anytime public sector workers receive their monthly salaries, teacher and nursing trainees will also receive their allowances.”
This policy shift will come as a relief to thousands of trainees who, for years, have had to endure uncertainty regarding the exact dates of their stipend payments.
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The former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC), Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison with hard labor after being found guilty of causing financial loss to the state.
Her conviction comes alongside that of the former Chief Operating Officer, Daniel Axim, who received a five-year sentence. These judgments conclude a trial that commenced in 2019.
Both individuals were charged with 78 counts, including theft, conspiracy to steal, and money laundering, as well as breaches of public procurement laws.
These offenses occurred during their tenure at MASLOC from 2013 to 2016, during which they misappropriated substantial funds.
Notable examples include the unaccounted GH₵500,000 withdrawn from Obaatampa Savings and Loans and GH₵1.7 million earmarked for a sensitization project, much of which was embezzled.
Funds meant for fire victims in Kantamanso, totaling GH₵1.4 million, were also significantly misused.
The court case highlighted further irregularities, such as overpayments for the bulk purchase of vehicles and Samsung phones for MASLOC, with costs exceeding market rates.
Despite seeking medical leave abroad during the trial, Sedina Tamakloe Attionu absconded and was tried in absentia.
This judgment reinforces the imperative of accountability in public service and serves as a stern warning against financial misconduct.
The conviction and sentencing signify Ghana’s resolute stance against corruption and its effort to preserve public resources.
By holding public officials accountable, this case sets a precedent for zero tolerance towards the misuse of state funds. It sends a message to officials entrusted with public resources to act with integrity and responsibility.
Kofi Adomah has reportedly undergone 8 eye surgeries following his injury
Ghanaian journalist Afia Pokuaa has issued a distressing update on the condition of her colleague, Kofi Adomah Nwanwanii, who has been battling a serious eye injury.
In a Facebook post on March 22, 2025, the female journalist disclosed that Adomah has been battling suicidal ideation since Friday night over the description of his issue as propaganda by Dormaahene, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II.
“Kofi Adomah has become suicidal since last night after hearing you describe his shooting as PROPAGANDA,” she wrote.
According to Afia Pokuaa, also known as Vim Lady, who is currently based in the United States, it has taken her constant phone interaction with her colleague to calm the situation while his family is searching for emergency drugs to alleviate his plight.
“I had to stay on the phone with him throughout the night and this morning to calm him down. He is so broken and currently in excruciating PAIN that family members are now roaming the streets of Tema and Accra to get emergency drugs for him as we speak, or else there will be a crisis. How can seven surgeries be PROPAGANDA?” she questioned.
She disclosed that Adomah, who is battling blindness, is scheduled for another surgery and thus called on the Dormaahene to apologise before something unfortunate happens.
“…your son is GOING BLIND, your son ohh! He has to be FLOWN OUTSIDE in the next few weeks for the 8th SURGERY.
“We beg you, God forbid, but Nana, please, please don’t wait for…” she added.
Adomah sustained a serious eye injury on January 15, 2025, while covering the Kwafie Festival and the 25th anniversary of the Dormaahene’s enstoolment in Dormaa Ahenkro, Bono Region.
Initial reports suggested the injury resulted from gunpowder residue or pellets during a traditional musketry display, but his wife, Miracle Adomah, later clarified that an individual deliberately shot him in the face.
The incident led to partial vision loss in one eye, multiple surgeries in Dubai, and an ongoing recovery process supported by donations and a GoFundMe campaign aiming for €50,000.
Amid reports of Kofi Adomah’s struggles, the Dormaahene, who has been at the receiving end of backlash for allegedly neglecting him, had been silent on the matter until recently, when he stated that the journalist was being exploited as a “propaganda machine” by unnamed parties.
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Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye
The Minister of State in charge of Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has accused the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of committing serious “economic atrocities” during their eight years in power.
He said the previous administration engaged in reckless financial decisions, including the incurring of “needless judgment debts” that have left the current government under financial stress.
Speaking during the ongoing budget debate in Parliament, Kwakye Ofosu dismissed the opposition’s claim that the current budget had made excessive allocations to the Office of the President.
He clarified that the GH¢2.7 billion allocated to the Office of Government Machinery was primarily for compensation, covering salaries for civil servants.
He explained that under the current administration, the Office of Government Machinery now includes 30 agencies from the previous government.
Additionally, he said, the collapse of seven ministries by President John Mahama has resulted in over 11,600 civil servants being added to the payroll.
He emphasised that while critics claim the budget is bloated, there has actually been a cut of GH¢419 million in goods and services and capital expenditure for the Office of Government Machinery compared to 2024.
Kwakye Ofosu also refuted claims that his office had been allocated GH¢78 million for personal use.
He clarified that the amount was meant for the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, the Information Services Department, and the Ghana News Agency, which collectively have 2,537 staff.
According to him, this allocation is insufficient, considering that the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation alone requires GH¢36 million to establish a presence in the six new regions.
He further disputed claims that under the previous administration, the Ministry of Information was given only GH¢10 million, stating that in 2024, the ministry actually received GH¢262 million.
Additionally, he pointed out that the NPP government had a significantly larger communication team at the presidency, with 28 personnel, while the current administration has only seven handling government communications.
Adding to the debate, the Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, declared that the economy was now in safe hands and that the government was committed to restoring financial stability.
He assured Parliament that the current administration would work diligently to put Ghana back on the right track.
However, the MP for Akuapem North, Samuel Awuku, strongly disagreed, describing the claims of economic mismanagement as “not factual.”
He argued that when the National Democratic Congress (NDC) left power, they among others, handed over 6.1 billion dollars in import cover, whereas the NPP left 8.9 billion dollars.
“You cannot accuse the NPP of mismanaging the economy for eight years,” he stated.
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Nigerian crooner, Davido has been sighted in Ghana as he prepares to attend RNAQ40, for the 40th birthday celebration of Bills Microcredit Founder, Richard Nii Armah Quaye.
Davido is part of a list of celebrities attending the event, including Diamond Platinumz. Ramsey Nouah and Richard Mofe-Damijo, RMD.
Ahead of the party, Davido had an encounter with staunch NDC supporter, Appiah Stadium, where they shared pleasantries and he shouted Appiah’s famous slogan.
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Halifax Ansah Addo challenges Afua Asantewaa’s claims of receiving little support during her Guinness World Record attempt, revealing the Ghana Tourism Authority allegedly spent over GHS 200,000—sparking questions of accountability and ungratefulness.
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Asante Twi is language is going international.
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Amaarae makes history as the most streamed Ghanaian artiste on Spotify with over 1.1 billion streams, leading a new wave of global success for Ghanaian music alongside Moliy, Black Sherif, and King Promise.
Mahama for Life! NDC in power! We good man, God bless you too!
Appiah returned the favour by praising the artiste, calling him an accomplished African artiste, in comparison to most Ghanaian artistes.
Ghanaian artistes can’t compare to you. You’re the African musician president! I love you.
All you need to know about RNAQ40
RNAQ40 is the 40th birthday celebration of business mogul and Bills Microcredit Founder, Richard Nii Armah Quaye. Mr. Quaye has been in the trends lately for his recent lavish purchases ahead of his birthday, where he recently got himself a Bugatti Chiron and a private jet, making him one of the very few Ghanaians who own one.
The RNAQ40 is expected to take place at the Independence Square this evening with dignitaries such as President John Mahama, Aliko Dangote, Africa’s wealthiest individual and founder of the Dangote Group, – King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse and traditional ruler of the Ga State, – Kwame Despite and Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong, renowned Ghanaian business magnates and media moguls. RNAQ40 is expected to be this year’s biggest event yet.
The Coordinator of Eco-Conscious Citizens, Awula Serwah, has expressed disappointment over the government’s decision to amend, rather than revoke, Legislative Instrument (L.I.) 2462, which permits mining in Ghana’s forest reserves.
She recalled that while in opposition, President John Mahama had pledged to revoke L.I. 2462 entirely, recognizing the devastating impact of mining on the country’s forests and water bodies.
“We believe the minister means well, but we are greatly disappointed. When His Excellency, the President, was in opposition, he clearly stated that he would revoke L.I. 2462. He was fully aware that certain companies had already made investments, yet he prioritized the greater good of Ghanaians and the protection of our forests.
“Now, instead of revocation, we are hearing about amendments, which still allow mining in forest reserves,” she said.
Madam Serwah criticized the L.I. for weakening previous protections, noting that under the old law, mining in production forest reserves was restricted to just 2% of the land. However, L.I. 2462 has removed that limitation, giving mining companies near-unrestricted access to these ecosystems.
“This is a very bad law. It was passed without proper consultation—clandestinely. If someone says they would put their presidency on the line, yet things only get worse, then we must ask: What real difference does this amendment make compared to a full revocation?” she questioned.
The Lands Minister has defended the L.I., arguing that it grants environmental officers the authority to assess and prevent illegal mining. However, Serwah dismissed this justification, insisting that existing forestry laws already mandate the protection of Ghana’s forests.
“We are being misled. The L.I. 2462 is not what ensures protection. The Forestry Commission already has a duty to safeguard our forests. Revoking this law would not remove environmental officers’ ability to do their jobs—it would reinforce the need for stricter enforcement,” she asserted.
Renowned Ghanaian writer, poet, and former diplomat, Abena Pokua Adompim Busia, has opened up about the profound influence her father, Kofi Abrefa Busia, had on her passion for poetry.
She revealed that her childhood was steeped in literature, as poetry anthologies were a common sight in their home, nurturing her deep appreciation for the art of words.
Speaking on The Chat on Channel One TV on Saturday, March 22, Abena Busia reflected on how her father, a former Prime Minister of Ghana and an intellectual giant, cultivated an environment that encouraged a love for poetry and literature among his children.
She narrated that it was a household tradition for her and her siblings to read, memorise, and recite poems—a practice that left an indelible mark on her creative journey.
Her father’s insistence on this literary practice made poetry an integral part of her upbringing, shaping her artistic sensibilities and developing her ability to appreciate rhythm, structure, and the power of language from an early age.
“We grew up in a household that appreciated the arts. We grew up listening to the King James version of the Bible. One of the first things our father did was to buy a whole bunch of poetry anthologies and said to us to choose any poem and recite it to him after every Sunday dinner.
“And so we all grew up reading and reciting poetry, singing Methodist hymns without appreciation of the written and spoken word. And then we went to a little English country village school where we had this crazy man for a headmaster who will also read us stories at the end of every school day.”
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The Minister of Education, Mr Haruna Iddrisu, has emphasized the government’s commitment to granting the management and councils of public universities the autonomy to operate independently.
He highlighted that the government values academic freedom highly and views any external interference in university affairs as a threat to this freedom.
The Minister made this statement in a speech delivered on his behalf at the Second Session of the Third Congregation of the University of Media, Arts, and Communication (UniMAC) in Accra on Friday, March 21, 2025.
The event saw the University confer a Master of Philosophies (Mphil) and Master of Arts (MA) degree on 205 students; comprising 116 females and 89 males.
“I want to assure you that His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, supported by his Vice President, Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, a former vice-chancellor herself, and a highly experienced academic, is firmly committed to empowering university councils and management to perform their statutory duties without interference,” he said.
Mr Iddrisu also expressed government’s commitment to empowering academic boards and management of the various public universities to enable them to perform their duties legitimately.
He, however, warned that the Ministry would not hesitate to hold them accountable for non-performance or illegitimate actions.
He mentioned that the government attached high importance to research functions because they were critical for the country’s development and promised to operationalise the Ghana National Research Fund Act (Act 1056).
Passed by Parliament in 2020, the Act is designed to provide sustainable financial support for research activities in universities and research institutions.
The Minister hinted of plans were far advanced to have it operationalised to support research activities in the various universities.
“Management structures are being put in place with seed money from GETFund to ensure that the national research fund becomes operational this year,” he said.
The Minister commended the Management of UniMAC for its commitment to upholding excellence and for incorporating research as a key area of study.
He assured the Management of UniMAC of government’s continued support to enable it to train professionals capable of competing both locally and internationally with their peers.
Prof. Eric Opoku Mensah, the Vice-Chancellor, UniMAC, said as an institution, it remained committed to equipping graduates with the skills necessary for the 21st century economy.
“Moreover, our alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) reinforces our commitment to quality education (SDG 4), gender equality (SDG 5), industry innovation (SDG 9), and reduced inequalities (SDG 10),” he said.
“Through research, policy advocacy, and academic excellence, we remain steadfast in shaping a future where education is the bridge to prosperity,” he added.
Prof Mensah stressed the need for infrastructural expansion, improved student welfare, and enhanced faculty development, appealing to the government to provide support to the school to enable it to achieve that objective.
He urged the graduands to be resilient, adapt to the ever-changing job market and continue to learn to make the impact they desired.
In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, a Development Communication postgraduate student, Mr James Amoh Junior, described the academic journey as both “transformative and enlightening.”
He said the course provided a deeper understanding of the intersection between communication and sustainable development, equipping students with the tools to drive social change through strategic messaging and storytelling.
“This experience has reshaped the way I approach journalism and communication. It has deepened my commitment to using my platform not just to inform, but to influence policies and empower communities,” he said.
Nollywood stars were in Uyo yesterday, March 21, to commiserate with actress Ini Edo as she laid her father to rest.
The actress lost her father weeks back and her family gave him a befitting burial.
Her colleagues, including Uche Jombo, Rita Dominic, Desmond Elliot, Mary Remmy Njoku, Nancy Isime, Ik Ogbonna, Lilian Afegbai, Ruth Kadiri, and more were there to mourn with her.
Residents of Gomoa Fetteh, a farming community in the Awutu Senya District of the Central Region have accused Gomoa Ojobi District Police Commander, Deputy Suprenterdent of Police (DSP), Mr Samuel Asante for allegedly meddling himself in protracted chieftaincy and land disputes in Gomoa Fetteh enclave.
The distraught residents called on the current Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno to, immediately tranfer him for his continuous unprofessional conducts which had led to the attacks to the people in Gomoa Fetteh by armed violent thugs.
According to them, they have been hrown into a state of fear and panic due to the severe havocs being caused to some valuable properties make up of canopies, plastic chairs, tables, sound systems and food items by some hired armed landguards/ violent thugs.
The landguards numbering about forty (40) who were under security protection of some police officers from Ojobi District Police Command of Ghana Police Service were reported to have been holding offensive weapons including cutlasses, knives, guns, hammers, metals and sticks before they had stormed various homes of Gomoa Fetteh to cause the mayhem.
The heartbreaking incident which occurred on Friday March 21, 2025 forced some people living in Gomoa Fetteh to flee their homes of the town to seek refuge in neighboring communities within Ghana for the safety of their lives.
According to the residents, some landguards with the security protection by the police officers from the Gomoa Ojobi District Police Command led by Commander, Ojobi District Police Commander, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Mr. Samuel Asante have stormed Gomoa Fetteh on Friday March 21,2015.
They mentioned that the violent thugs ransacked the mounted canopies, plastic chairs, tables, cooking intensils and food items bought to organise a funeral rite of a prominent elder of Gomoa Fetteh, Rev. Odartey Lamptey, popularly known as Odartey Senya.
They complained that the actions of the hired landguards and a team of the police officers have prevented the elders of Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan Royal family to hold a funeral ceremony for the late Rev.Odartey Lamptey.
They accused the Gomoa Ojobi District Police Commander for allegedly giving supports to some unaccredited elders to attack the members of Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan Royal family, calling on the current Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno to, immediately tranfer him for his continuous wrongdoings.
They reiterated that the Friday March 21,2015 incident were the secord severed attacks being meted to the members/people of Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan Royal family.
They lamented that over the past years, Gomoa Fetteh people including the elders of Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan Royal family have never seen peace due to chieftaincy dispute and land guard activities engineered by one Kwesi Alhaji, Kofi Baah and Kweku Dadzie.
“As we speak, these thugs are still recklessly riding motor bikes with their guns in their hands sounding warning shoot and stuff in the whole town.
“Gomoa Fetteh has been a branch way so these land guards hide there to commit all manner of crimes and nobody seems to care, but we promise leaders of Ghana that a time is coming we will take care of ourselves in our own way,” he stated.
What irritates the people of Gomoa Fetteh is that, the local police whom get paid with their tax and for that matter are suppose to be neutral in protecting lives and properties, they have rather connived with the thugs, molesting and assaulting innocent natives.
Fuming with anger, they further accused the Ojobi District Police Commander, Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP), Mr. Samuel Asante for allegedly making himself a kingmaker in Gomoa Fetteh.
They alleged the senior police officer determines who is a chief of Gomoa Fetteh and who is not, adding that the senior police officer for supporting these people thereby coaching them as to how to operate without a trace.
On account of that, they stated that whenever a complaint is lodged against these Kwesi Alhaji, Mr Kofi Baah, Kweku Dadzie or any of their cahoots, DSP Samuel Asante will rubbish the case and “if you request for extract too, this man goes angry and threatens with arrest for no reason.
According to them, there was a funeral service in the Abor Twidan Royal family a few months ago where these thugs with offensive weapons suddenly rushed on the innocent people and started vandalizing and ravaging the whole place including canopies, chairs, sound systems and even assaulted the people at the funeral in presence of this Ojobi District commander.
Prior to the incident, they indicated that a complaint had been lodged by the Ebusuapanyin, Nana Kwame Ewudzi because of the earlier threats by these gang but up to date there has been nothing like arrest.
On Friday March 21, 2025, they reiterated that this same incident occured when the same elders of Abor Twidan Royal family had mounted canopies and arranged chairs pending a Royal member, Rev Odartey Lamptey who is deceased to be brought from the mortuary for funeral service and burial.
They revealed that when earlier report was made at Ojobi District Police Command to avoid their usual attack, DSP Samuel Asante categorically put it to the complaints that Kofi Baah who calls himself Nana Abor Atta II is Paramount Chief of Gomoa Fetteh he (DSP Samuel Asante) listens to “so if they have anything to say, they should go and sit with him since he (Kofi Baah) is the chief of Gomoa Fetteh.”
The senior police officer, according to them, went ahead to warm the elders of Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan Royal family that if they don’t obey Kofi Baah and go ahead with the funeral service and anything happens to them, it is their own problem because he would pretends as if he was sick and put off his phone and leave them to their fate.
“What is very shocking here that it is bad for the whole Police Commander to make such unguided and unprofessional statement. This is very annoying and disgusting because our former head of Abor Twidan Royal family was shot dead, and since his gruesome murder, the police are telling us that upon their investigations they didn’t know what happened before he was shot dead.
“What can we do as a family and now the whole Gomoa Ojobi District Police Commander is telling us that if there is a likelihood the same things happen and that he, the senior police officer who is mandatory to protect lives and properties is telling our elders that he will off his personal phone to protend like he is not available.
“So is it good way the whole police Commander to talk to civilians,” the residents of Gomoa Fetteh stated and called on the current Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno to, immediately reshuffle DSP Samuel Asante,” they appealed.
They stated that they are expecting that the current Inspector General of Police, Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, who was sworn in on March 14, 2025, would listen to “our advise to reshuffle Gomoa Ojobi District Police Commander for the peace to prevail in the area.
“We therefore plead with the IGP to see to it that this DSP Samuel Asante is been interrogated and brought to book, and also deal with this Kwesi Alhaji and his landguard issues in Gomoa Fetteh before it escalates to something else some day,” they further stressed.
However when contacted via telephone call to get his side of the story, DSP Samuel Asante denied assigning policemen from Ojobi District Police Commander to provide security protection to the landguards to cause to rhe people and properties in the area.
He further refuted allegations that he meddled in chieftaincy and land disputes in the area, saying these allegations were calculated attempt to tarnish his hard won reputation.
He stated tha;”It is not true that l am making myself a kingmaker in Gomoa Fetteh. I didn’t determine who is a chief of Gomoa Fetteh and who is not.”
“It is not true that whenever a complaint is lodged against Kwesi Alhaji, Mr Kofi Baah, Kweku Dadzie or any of their cahoots, l will rubbish the case and “if you request for extract too, l would go angry and threatens with arrest for no reason,” he stated.
He stated that when the news reached him that some thugs have stormed the Gomoa Fetteh on Friday March 21, 2015 to cause mayhem, he quickly deployed Police patrol team from Kasoa Police Station to the Gomoa Fetteh.
According to him, the police officers reported back to him that they had not met any thug or see any property vandalised by the thugs in the area.
“So in the afternoon, l received another call again that there is trouble in the area following the move by the elders of Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan Royal family to bring a team of soldiers to protect them to organise the funeral for the late Rev. Odartey Lamptey and that l have personally went to the town but couldn’t see any soldier in the area. And that it is not l am not supporting some elders to attack members of Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan,” the senior police officer told the journalist.
He stated categorically that when the issue of misunderstanding between the funeral committee of Gomoa Fetteh and members of Abor Twidan Royal family had been brought to his office he invited the two factions and try his possible best to resolve the matter.
He noted that during the meeting it was stated that the Gomoa Fetteh township had a funeral committee who are opposing the date fixed by the members of the Gomoa Fetteh Abor Twidan Royal family to hold the funeral of the late Odartey Lamptey.
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(L-R) Gabriella Tetteh, Hannah Serwaa Tetteh, and Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui
Ghana has seen several political dynasties that have played key roles in shaping the governments that have ruled the country over the decades.
The country has witnessed the influence of the Ahwoi brothers, Kwesi Ahwoi and Kwamena Ahwoi, who played significant roles in the Provisional National Defence Council (PNDC)/National Democratic Congress (NDC) governments from the 1980s to the early 2000s.
Kwesi Ahwoi served as Minister for the Interior and Minister of Food and Agriculture, while Kwamena Ahwoi held positions such as Minister of Planning and Regional Economic Cooperation and Integration, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Minister for Local Government and Rural Development.
Similarly, Ghana saw the Kufuor brothers, John Agyekum Kufuor and Dr. Kwame Addo Kufuor. John Agyekum Kufuor served as a Member of Parliament, Deputy Minister, Minister, and ultimately as the President of Ghana.
His brother, Dr. Kwame Addo Kufuor, also served as a Member of Parliament for Manhyia, as well as Minister of the Interior and Minister for Defence.
More recently, the Jinapor brothers, Samuel Abu Jinapor and John Jinapor, have made their mark in both the NDC and the NPP.
Samuel, a member of the NPP, has been the Member of Parliament for Damongo since 2020 and has served as Deputy Chief of Staff, Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, and in various acting ministerial roles under the NPP.
His brother, John Jinapor, a member of the NDC, is the Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu and Ghana’s current Minister of Energy and Green Transition. He previously served as a Deputy Minister of Energy.
From these examples, a clear pattern emerges; political dynasties in Ghana have predominantly been male-led brothers.
But guess what? Ghana also has a female political dynasty; the Tetteh sisters: Hannah Serwaa Tetteh, Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui, and Gabriella Tetteh.
These three sisters, all members of the NDC, are making their mark on Ghana’s political landscape, just like their male counterparts.
Meet the Tetteh Sisters
Hannah Serwaa Tetteh
Hannah Tetteh is a former Member of Parliament for the Awutu Senya West Constituency in the Central Region.
She served in Ghana’s cabinet as Minister for Trade and Industry from 2009 to 2013 and as Minister for Foreign Affairs from 2013 to 2017.
Currently, she is the United Nations Special Envoy to Libya and has held several key positions within the organization, including Under-Secretary-General.
Hannah Tetteh, an internationally acclaimed diplomat, holds a Bachelor of Law (LL.B) degree from the University of Ghana. She also attended the Ghana School of Law, where she became a Barrister-at-Law.
Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui
Gizella Tetteh-Agbotui is Ghana’s Deputy Minister of Works, Housing, and Water Resources.
She has been the Member of Parliament for the Awutu Senya West Constituency since 2021.
Born on November 30, 1970, she hails from Awutu Obrachire and is a Christian.
Gizella holds a BSc in Design and a Postgraduate Diploma from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology.
She also earned an MBA from the University of Ghana Business School and is an Associate of the Ghana Institute of Architects (AGIA).
Before entering politics, she was the Chief Executive Officer of Zella Architects.
Gabriella Tetteh
Gabriella Tetteh, the youngest of the three sisters, serves as the Central Regional Communications Officer of the NDC.
Before assuming this role, she was an active member of the NDC’s communications team in the Awutu Senya West Constituency.
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Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, Minister of the Interior
Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, Minister of the Interior, is set to appear before Parliament to provide details on the alleged search warrant executed at the residence of Dr. Ernest Addison, a former Governor of the Bank of Ghana.
This follows an alleged raid on Dr. Addison’s Roman Ridge home on Wednesday, March 19 by heavily armed National Security operatives, which has raised concerns about due process and the motives behind the operation.
Members of Parliament (MPs), particularly from the New Patriotic Party Minority Caucus, have called for full disclosure on the legality and justification for the raid, insisting that Parliament must hold the government accountable for the actions of security agencies.
The Interior minister is expected to clarify the basis for the search warrant and the allegations leading to the operation.
However, Majority Leader, Mahama Ayariga has defended the operation, saying it was not a raid but rather a properly executed search warrant carried out in accordance with the law. “Mr. Speaker, law enforcement officers lawfully went there to conduct a search, and it is perfectly lawful. And so, using the word raid is clearly wrong,” he said.
Meanwhile, a new date for the Minister’s appearance is yet to be announced, after Ayariga revealed that the Interior minister will not be available on Tuesday, March 25.
The Interior Minister’s appearance before Parliament is expected to provide clarity on the circumstances surrounding the alleged raid.
According to the reports armed men, approximately 20 in number, allegedly led by Mr. Richard Jakpa, Director of Special Operations at the National Security Secretariat, raided the private residence of the former Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Addison, on Wednesday, March 19.
Eyewitness accounts indicated that the heavily armed officers allegedly disabled the Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) system before searching the house.
Reports indicated that the heavily armed men, some allegedly wearing balaclavas and wielding AK-47 semi-automatic rifles, demanded that Dr. Addison led them to the “vaults” in his house.
However, Dr. Addison allegedly informed them that he had no vaults or cache of cash at home. Despite this, the security personnel allegedly ransacked the house, disabling the CCTV system beforehand.
According to eyewitnesses, no vaults were found, and no large amounts of cash were discovered.
The security personnel eventually left allegedly with the CCTV monitor and control unit.
Dr. Addison, his wife, and their family are reportedly traumatised following the raid.
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The Black Stars have arrived in Morocco for their 2026 FIFA World Cup Group I qualifier against Madagascar.
Ghana’s contingent departed Accra on Saturday morning (10:30) and arrived at the Acharif Alidrissi Airport in Al Hoceima at 16:16 (GMT).
All 23 players traveled to Morocco in good condition ahead of the crucial Group I game, which takes place on Monday, March 24, 2025.
Ghana recorded a resounding victory against Chad on Friday to climb to the top of the table and will aim to cement their place at the top with a victory over Madagascar.
Chairman of the Black Stars Management Committee, Dr. Randy Abbey, and Vice Chairman Stephen Appiah led the delegation.
Also traveling with the team is former captain and legend Asamoah Gyan.
The squad include: Lawrence Ati-Zigi, Benjamin Asare, Joseph Wollacott, Gideon Mensah, Ebenezer Annan, Kingsley Schindler, Kamaradini Mamudu, Alexander Djiku, Mohammed Salisu, Razak Simpson, Jonas Adjetey, Jerome Opoku, Thomas Partey, Lawrence Agyekum, Abu Francis, Mohammed Kudus, Ernest Nuamah, Jordan Ayew, Inaki Williams, Antoine Semenyo, Jerry Afriyie, Kamal Deen Sulemana, Christopher Bonsu Baah.
This Group I fixture is scheduled for 19:00 Hrs Kick-Off at the Stade Mimoun Al Arsi in Al Hoceima, Morocco.
While music star Cina Soul wants a fun partner for marriage, she has said she would prefer someone from outside the entertainment world.
She spoke on Joy Prime’s Prime Morning while promoting her debut album titled Did I Lie?
To explain her preference, Cina Soul said she wanted to vicariously experience a different world through her partner rather than discuss entertainment issues, which she was already accustomed to.
“I feel like artiste-to-artiste relationships can be complicated. They could work for some people, but for me, I want someone with a different story. I want us to come back home and talk about things like, ‘How was the hospital? Oh, how was court? How was the bank?’ Not every day, ‘Okay, the studio,’ where we’ll just talk about the same thing. So, I just want something different,” the soul and highlife singer said.
The slender beauty noted that contrary to what some might imagine, marriage to someone outside the creative arts would not be mundane.
“I don’t think it will be boring. You’ll have so many stories. I think he’ll say things like, ‘This person did this, and then I saved a life.’ I feel it will be very interesting,” the Ojorley hitmaker emphasized.
The crash happened between 1900 hours and 2000 hours on Tuesday, March 18, 2025
Three people are in critical condition after an articulator truck crashed head-on with a Jeep 4×4 vehicle on the Berekum-Sampa Road in the Bono Region.
The Ghana News Agency (GNA) gathered that the victims, who have yet to be identified, were admitted to the Berekum Holy Family Hospital.
The crash happened between 1900 hours and 2000 hours on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, when the driver of the articulator truck, with registration number BA 1818-15, loaded with cashew nuts and travelling to Sampa, attempted to drive behind a faulty tipper truck parked in the middle of the road.
In the process, the truck collided head-on with the Land Rover vehicle with registration GR 9547-14, which was coming from the opposite direction, Abdul Rahman Fuseini, the truck driver’s mate, told the GNA.
Mr. Joseph Nkrumah, the Berekum branch secretary of the Cargo Union branch of the Progressive Transport Owners Association of Ghana, told the GNA that the road had since been cleared to facilitate the movement of vehicles.
Member of Parliament for Bantama, Francis Asenso-Boakye
The Ranking Member of the Local Government Committee and Member of Parliament for Bantama, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has appealed to the government to prioritise the completion of the Accra-Kumasi Highway dualisation project in 2025.
Speaking during the budget debate in Parliament, the former Minister for Roads and Highways described the highway as Ghana’s most critical economic corridor, serving over 10 million Ghanaians and facilitating trade between the southern and northern regions.
He noted that while past interventions had significantly reduced travel time, neglect, congestion, and rising vehicle numbers had reversed the progress made, with journey durations increasing from 2.5 hours to 5.5 hours.
“A 2001 study warned that unless critical sections of this highway were dualised, our economy would suffer. Between 2002 and 2008, rehabilitation and dualisation efforts reduced travel time from 6–7 hours to just 2.5 hours. However, because of delays in completing the project, travel time has now ballooned back to 5.5 hours, severely impacting trade and productivity,” he lamented.
Mr Asenso-Boakye provided a detailed status update on the 240km highway, saying 100km had been dualised, 46km is currently under construction and 94km remains untouched
He cautioned that if urgent action was not taken, the road would not withstand the next two rainy seasons, leading to even higher maintenance costs in the future.
He urged Parliament and the government to commit funding in the 2025 budget to ensure the highway’s completion.
The Bantama MP further emphasised that previous investments had demonstrated the transformative power of strategic road infrastructure, citing successful bypasses constructed under different administrations:
He mentioned that the Nsawam, Kyebi, and Nkawkaw bypasses constructed under President Kufuor significantly eased congestion, and the Tetteh Quarshie-Peduasi and Kasoa dualisations boosted economic growth before Ghana even discovered oil.
“Under President Akufo-Addo, four major bypasses—Osino, Anyinam, Enyiresi, and Konongo were initiated, but these remain unfinished. The Accra-Takoradi Highway must also be prioritised,” he said.
Asenso-Boakye also highlighted the economic importance of the Accra-Takoradi Highway, which serves as a key commercial and tourism corridor.
The road connects Accra to Cape Coast and Elmina—home to UNESCO World Heritage sites—and extends to Takoradi, a hub for the oil and gas industry.
He acknowledged that the Akufo-Addo administration had begun the Kasoa-Winneba dualisation, with plans to extend it to Takoradi, but urged the government to accelerate work to unlock the region’s full economic potential.
“This is not just about reducing travel time it is about enhancing trade, tourism, and industrial growth. We cannot afford further delays,” he stressed.
Beyond the Accra-Kumasi and Accra-Takoradi highways, Hon. Asenso-Boakye called for the completion of 13 ongoing urban interchanges to tackle severe traffic congestion in major cities. He warned that daily productivity losses in Accra alone run into millions of cedis due to gridlock and high transport costs.
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Salisu (L), Sulemana (M) and Inaki (R) leaving the team’s hotel
The Black Stars have set off for Morocco as they prepare to face Madagascar in their next 2026 World Cup qualifier on Monday, March 24, 2025, at 7 pm.
After six winless games, the team put Chad to the sword on Friday, March 21, 2025, beating them 5-0 to pick up vital points to bolster their quest for a spot at the 2026 World Cup.
With no injuries sustained in the game against Chad, all 23 players are on board the plane to Morocco.
However, unlike Madagascar, the Black Stars have just one day to prepare for the game—a situation that doesn’t sit well with head coach Otto Addo, who expressed his frustration to the media after his side’s victory over Chad.
“It’s worrying that we have to play Madagascar barely two days after the Chad game. Sometimes I really don’t understand,” he told reporters.
Addo, however, hopes his team can make the most of the day’s rest to get their fitness levels back on track before facing Madagascar.
The crucial win sent the Black Stars to the top of the standings with 12 points, two ahead of Madagascar.
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According to a report by Ghanaweb, the traditional disagreement between the Dormaahene and the Asantehene has taken a new turn following recent remarks by Osagyefo Dr. Agyemang Badu II.
Speaking on March 21, 2025, the Dormaahene openly pushed back against Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s decision to raise the Fiapre Traditional Council to the level of paramountcy.
This move has stirred deeper conversations around who holds authority over traditional matters in certain parts of Ghana.
During his media interaction, Dormaahene did not mince words. He made his position very clear and issued a bold challenge to the Asantehene.
In his own words, he said, “I challenge the Asantehene Otumfuo, as the Dormaahene and Bono president, that if he elevates the Fiapre stool to paramountcy, I will abdicate the throne given to me by the Bono people on that very day.”
This strong statement shows the seriousness of the matter from his point of view and underlines his belief that the Asantehene is stepping outside his authority.
This reaction came just days after the Asantehene, during a meeting held by the Asanteman Council on March 17, 2025, had announced his intentions to elevate four traditional councils to paramount status, including Fiapre.
In that meeting, the Asantehene firmly stated his position, saying, “Nkyeraa is mine, Menye is mine. No one other than myself can elevate them. They are all mine. I will elevate those councils in Bono and Ahafo this year.”
However, Dormaahene believes otherwise. In response to that statement, he asked a pointed question: “How can you make such a pronouncement while I am still alive?
As for that, Asantehene, you cannot do it. What authority do you have as a manhene [chief of Asanteman]?” He firmly believes that the Asantehene does not have the power to elevate a stool that falls outside his traditional area.
This ongoing issue has not just started. The Dormaahene has long argued that even though Otumfuo is recognized as a paramount chief under Ghana’s constitution, it does not give him the right to create another paramount chief.
The matter of the Fiapre stool adds more tension to this issue, especially because the Fiapre Traditional Council reportedly reached out to the Asanteman for elevation after they failed to achieve it through the Bono House of Chiefs. Sources say this decision began under the leadership of their late chief, Nana Poku.
Deputy General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Haruna Mohammed, has explained that former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, was referred to the party’s disciplinary committee not for defending herself but for making statements that violated the party’s constitutional rights.
Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, March 22, Haruna Mohammed stressed the importance of handling internal party matters discreetly.
“As a party, you need to have intelligence in the sense that you need to be able to predict what happens. You need to understand that people’s sentiments might get out of hand, and you need to have caution.
“That is why the General Secretary issued a directive to all party members, including himself, to refrain not just from discussing but from engaging in any media discussions on certain internal matters,” he stated.
His remarks follow the NPP’s decision to refer Adwoa Safo to its National Disciplinary Committee over her public comments on the party’s performance in the 2024 elections.
In response, Adwoa Safo rejected the referral, arguing that the directive preventing members from discussing internal matters publicly was unconstitutional and infringed on her right to free speech.
Haruna Mohammed, however, maintained that while she had the right to defend herself, her statements must be made with caution.
Accra, March 22, GNA – Mr Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka, the Minister of the Interior, has reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to working closely with the International Organisation for Migration (IOM) to address the complex challenges of migration.
During a courtesy call on him in Accra by Mrs Fatou Diallo Ndiaye, the Country Representative of IOM, Mr Muntake assured the team of the government’s continued support in achieving success and improving existing ties.
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Davido, Swanky Jerry, Rita Dominic and King Promise
More celebrities across Africa have arrived in Accra for what is set to be the biggest birthday party of the year.
The event, which is the 40th birthday celebration of business mogul and investor Richard Nii Armah Quaye, will be held at the Independence Square in Accra on March 22, 2025.
Ahead of the event, Nigerian actress Rita Dominic and fashionista Swanky Jerry were spotted at the Kotoka International Airport.
Afrobeats stars King Promise and Davido were also captured arriving in Ghana ahead of the event.
They would join other celebrities including Diamond Platnumz, Mofe Damijo, Stonebwoy, Latasha of Lagos, actress Shaffy Bello, Sarkodie and many others who have been invited to the event.
Additionally, the Bugatti Chiron the businessman shared on his Instagram handle has also arrived in Ghana.
Videos on X showed the car being driven at the event grounds.
Meanwhile, set-up is still underway for the birthday bash.
Franklin Cudjoe is the Founding President of IMANI Africa
Imani Africa’s Franklin Cudjoe has encouraged Sarah Adwoa Safo to present the audit of the school feeding program to the ORAL Committee.
Sarah Adwoa Safo, while speaking on Accra-based Movement Radio, disclosed that she discovered several ills in the school feeding program.
“The rot and corruption in the school feeding sector is serious. This government should pay attention to it. Former President John Agyekum Kufuor had a great vision for the programme, but the way it has been twisted is a serious matter,” she stated in an interview on Movement TV.
Recounting her experience as gender minister, she claimed that President Akufo-Addo initially instructed her to audit the programme before funds would be released.
According to her, the majority of the corruption was traced to the Central Region, but when she submitted her audit report, the president allegedly denied asking for it and ordered her to set it aside.
“That’s where my problems began,” she revealed, suggesting that exposing the mismanagement led to her falling out with the government.
But in a post on Facebook, Franklin Cudjoe urged the former lawmaker to provide the ORAL committee with the audit report in order for persons involved in any form of ills to be investigated and brought to book.
“Hon. Adwoa Safo has, in her possession, properly audited report of how the fund for school feeding was raided by assigns of the previous government. Gagging her is unfair. I will urge Hon. Adwoa Safo to share the audit report with the ORAL team,” he said.
The head coach of the Black Stars of Ghana, Otto Addo has noted that his team will do everything to secure victory against Madagascar in their next game of the qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Ghana will play away to Madagascar on Monday, March 24, in Round 6 of the African qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
The Black Stars will be heading into the clash as Group I leaders following their thumping 5-0 win against Chad on Friday night at the Accra Sports Stadium.
Having secured the top spot in the group, coach Otto Addo insists that his side must do everything to hold onto it.
“It’s always easier when you’re on top. We want to stay there. We will try to do everything to beat Madagascar on Monday to keep the top spot,” the Ghana coach stressed.
A win for the Black Stars on Monday will be crucial for Coach Otto Addo’s side, ensuring that they improve their chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Madagascar, only trailing Ghana by two points in the Group I standings will also be keen on earning the three points to retake the top spot.
Watch Otto Addo’s full post-match press conference after Black Stars’ win over Chad
Accra is buzzing with excitement as some of the biggest international stars and influencers have begun arriving in Ghana ahead of what is expected to be the grandest birthday celebration of the year.
Ghanaian business mogul Richard Nii Armah Quaye is set to mark his 40th birthday in a spectacular fashion at the Independence Square, and the lineup of celebrities flying in for the occasion has set social media ablaze.
A trader in Adum in Kumasi who lost her wares in the recent fire outbreak has called for President Mahama to step down from the Presidency.
Speaking in distressed tones following the recent fire that led her to lose everything, the trader claimed that Mahama had brought bad luck to the country.
The trader alleged that since President Mahama took over, fire outbreaks have occurred in multiple locations, particularly markets, across the country.
She expressed a belief that these outbreaks are the result of President Mahama being a bad omen.
She called for the President to resign to ensure that traders like her stop suffering from fire outbreaks.
A devastated trader at the Kumasi-Adum fire scene has called on President John Mahama to step down as president for the sake of our freedom, as she believes he carries the bad omen of frequent fire incidents.
Social media users dragged the woman for being tribalistic in response to her claims in the video.
The Ashanti Region remains the opposition NPP’s stronghold where many people have a deep-seated animosity against the NDC, and netizens called that out.
“he animosity some Ashantis harbor towards John Mahama is truly disheartening,” one netizen said.
Another wrote: “So much hatred towards someone who’s not the cause of your calamity because of your personal prejudice and bias.💔”
Swedru Secondary School (SWESCO) is set to introduce the teaching and learning of the Japanese language.
The announcement was made by the school’s headmistress, Golda Esi Andam, during the institution’s 66th-anniversary celebration on Saturday, March 22.
In her speech, Mrs. Andam stated the importance of language acquisition in today’s interconnected world and expressed optimism that with the necessary support, the Japanese language would soon become a reality.
Addressing dignitaries, staff, students, and alumni at the event, Mrs. Andam highlighted the school’s commitment to equipping students with diverse linguistic skills.
She noted that SWESCO already offers courses in English, French, Fante, and Twi, and that adding Japanese would provide students with even broader linguistic and cultural exposure.
“We need other laboratories. We need an agric laboratory and also a language laboratory. We are into English, French, Fanti, and Twi. Very soon, we will start with Japanese because the new curriculum encourages learning of other languages if you have the resources.”
Another major concern raised by Mrs. Andam was the school’s lack of internet access, which she said has affected both teaching and learning.
She lamented that the school’s Wi-Fi services had been disrupted due to the collapse of its mast, leaving students and teachers without reliable internet access.
“We had a Wi-Fi connectivity, but due to our fallen mast, unfortunately, that service is no more there and we need that because this is an institution that runs an elective ICT and we have many of the students who read elective ICT.”
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A recent social media exchange has sparked controversy, drawing attention to remarks made by Abass Nurudeen, the Chief Executive Officer of the Social Investment Fund (SIF), regarding the devastating fire outbreak in Adum. His comments have triggered sharp criticism, particularly from Akaneweo Kabiru Abdul, who has raised serious concerns about the implications of his statements.
Akaneweo Kabiru Abdul took to Facebook to express his discontent with Nurudeen’s remarks, questioning how a government appointee, whose salary is funded by taxpayers, could make such a statement without taking responsibility. He described Nurudeen’s comments as a display of “ignorance and unseriousness,” arguing that individuals entrusted with leadership roles must exercise sound judgment, especially when addressing national issues. Abdul questioned how someone who allegedly possesses information about those responsible for the fire could simply make claims without taking steps to ensure justice is served.
He further called on the Ghana Police Service to take action, suggesting that if Nurudeen truly knows the individuals behind the tragic incident, then he should be invited for questioning. “Ghana Police Service should pick him up, Since he knows those that caused the Fire outbreak,” Akaneweo stated. He emphasized that in a country where accountability is paramount, such statements cannot be taken lightly. He warned against reducing serious national crises to mere social media banter, especially when lives and livelihoods are affected.
The fire outbreak in Adum has left many businesses and properties in ruins, with victims calling for thorough investigations to determine the cause. While authorities continue their probe, Nurudeen’s claim of knowing those responsible has only fueled public anger. Many Ghanaians have since taken to social media to demand clarity on the matter.
As the situation unfolds, the focus remains on whether Nurudeen will provide evidence to back his claims or whether law enforcement agencies will step in to investigate his remarks further. The public continues to await official updates on both the fire outbreak and any potential actions against those allegedly involved.
Accra, March 22, GNA — Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), has assured personnel of the Police Administration’s readiness to address all pending petitions regarding promotions and welfare, once the Police Council is constituted.
He said outstanding cases would be referred for consideration, reaffirming his commitment to officers’ professional growth and well-being.
The IGP gave the assurance on Friday during a Regional Police Commanders’ Conference in Accra.
The event brought together regional police commanders from across the country to assess past efforts, exchange ideas and strategise for the future.
Mr Yohuno underscored the importance of prioritising officers’ well-being, including medical care, accommodation, and working conditions, noting that a motivated workforce was essential for effective security operations.
He described his appointment; the 24th IGP, as an honour and a collective responsibility, urging officers to serve with diligence and dedication.
The IGP said security must be “felt and not just seen,” adding that the goal of policing was to make the public feel safe and protected.
“As law enforcement officers, we operate in an era of increased public scrutiny. Every action we take will be examined, and our legitimacy will be tested. We must, therefore, remain professional, transparent, and committed to upholding the highest standards of policing,” he said.
Mr Yohuno identified illegal mining, the prolonged Bawku conflict, and increasing violent attacks on mobile money vendors as key security concerns requiring immediate attention.
On illegal mining, he noted that armed criminals had carried out brutal attacks on innocent people, particularly in forest reserves and mining communities.
He declared a “war on crimes related to illegal mining,” directing regional commanders to take decisive action against the perpetrators.
The Bawku conflict presented significant national security implications, Mr Yohuno said, and urged officers to apply their experience in conflict resolution to restore peace in the area.
He condemned the rising cases of violent attacks on mobile money vendors, which sometimes resulted in the loss of innocent lives and called for innovative crime-fighting strategies to combat such incidents.
“Criminals must not be allowed to outmaneuver law enforcement,” the IGP said.
He cited corruption, police intimidation, excessive use of force and procedural injustice as some issues which undermined public trust in the Service.
He urged regional commanders to take deliberate steps to address those concerns and urged all officers to remain steadfast in their commitment to serving Ghana with integrity, professionalism, and dedication.
Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Dr David Agyeman Adjem, Director-General of Administration, called on regional commanders to embrace innovation, strengthen community engagement, and lead with integrity.
He said Ghana’s changing security landscape required a more agile, technologically advanced and community-focused police force to meet rising public expectations.
Dr Adjem urged commanders to take ownership of crime-fighting strategies and ensure criminals had “no refuge, no opportunity, and no loopholes to exploit.”
He highlighted the importance of public trust in law enforcement, noting that policing was not just about enforcement but about relationships.
“If we are to build a safer Ghana, we must build stronger bridges between the police and the people. The reactivation and reorientation of our police-public relations officers is a step in this direction. When citizens trust the police, they share information. When they feel respected, they cooperate,” he said.
“When they believe we are here to serve them, they support us. That trust cannot be demanded, it must be earned through transparency, through professionalism, and through fairness and equity.”
He lauded the reactivation and reorientation of police-public relations offices as a step in the right direction towards improving community engagement.
Dr Adjem called for investments in modern policing technology and stronger international law enforcement partnerships to enhance the country’s security framework.
The DCOP urged the commanders to leave the conference inspired with the determination to serve, protect and lead.
Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has denied allegations of approving a $1.7 million single-source procurement contract.
In a Facebook post on Saturday, March 22, Dr. Forson dismissed the claims as “baseless and misleading” urging the public to disregard them.
He further clarified that since assuming office, he has not approved any procurements, emphasizing his commitment to transparency, accountability, and responsible economic management.
“My attention has been drawn to yet another baseless and misleading claim circulating about an alleged $1.7 million single-source procurement contract approved by me.
“This claim is completely false and should be disregarded. Let me state clearly and categorically: I have not approved any procurements since I took office as Minister. My focus remains on ensuring transparency, accountability, and responsible economic management in the best interest of Ghana,” he wrote.
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The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has revealed that excavators imported into Ghana are valued at GH¢6.2 billion, ranking among the country’s top three highest imports.
Speaking on JoyNews’ on Saturday, March 22, Mr. Kofi Buah underscored the need for stricter regulation and oversight of excavator usage, particularly in the mining and construction sectors.
“We must ensure that every excavator entering the country is properly tracked, has a legitimate purpose, and that we can pinpoint its exact location 24 hours a day,” he emphasised.
According to the minister, the initiative aims to curb illegal mining activities and ensure excavators are used for lawful purposes.
He further disclosed that his ministry is working closely with the Minerals Commission, the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), and the Ministry of Transport to strengthen monitoring and management mechanisms.
“Starting from the port, we are working with DVLA and others. I have had the first discussion with the Minister of Transport because we believe that other agencies must be part of this whole exercise,” he explained.
Mr. Kofi Buah assured that proposals are under review to develop an effective tracking system that will include digital monitoring mechanisms and inter-agency cooperation.
The goal, he noted, is to ensure transparency and accountability at every stage of excavator importation, registration, and use.
“We must make sure that any excavator imported into the country is tracked, has a purpose, and we know exactly where they are 24 hours a day,” he reiterated.
A 14-year-old Junior High School (JHS) student has lost both forearms, hands and one leg due to electrical burns while holding a wire in a television set.
The incident occurred on Christmas day last year when the boy (name withheld), a resident of Hobor, a local community in Accra, came into contact with the wire from the television in his home.
A powerful electric current is said to have surged through his body, causing him to lose consciousness.
Emergency responders transported him to the Kwameanu Ashalajah Hospital, where he regained consciousness with severe burn injuries.
Due to the extent of his condition, he was later transferred to the Amasaman Hospital where he was referred to the National Reconstructive Plastic Surgery and Burns Centre (NRPSBC) at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital on January 1, 2025.
Despite the efforts of doctors and nurses at the centre, the severity of the burns left no option but to amputate his limbs to prevent further complications.
Recovery efforts
In a show of compassion, an Indian philanthropic group, Maa Sherawaali, donated GH¢25,000 to support the boy’s medical treatment and upkeep, easing his family’s financial burden.
The group has also pledged continued assistance as he navigates the challenges ahead.
Currently, a dedicated team of doctors, nurses, psychologists, nutritionists, physiotherapists and educators are working together to support his rehabilitation.
He is undergoing training to write with his leg and is gradually adapting to his new reality.
Doctors say the boy is now in stable condition and communicating well.
He is expected to undergo a final surgical procedure in May, which will involve skin grafting to cover the amputated areas and the fitting of artificial limbs to aid mobility.
Kwesi Pratt Jr, the Managing Editor of the Insight Newspaper
The Managing Editor of the Insight Newspaper, Kwesi Pratt Jr, has condemned politically induced appointments at all levels.
Speaking to the trend which is gaining widespread attention and acceptance on Pan African TV on March 22, 2025, he described the trend as anti-national and stupid.
“The new trend I’m seeing on social media of late is that national assignments are being given based on political links. And you’ll see a tall list of openings being tagged available to party affiliates. What nonsense is that? That is anti-national and stupid.” he said.
He stated that it brewed retaliation from opposition parties and denied ordinary eligible professionals job opportunities.
“Should the NPP ever come to power, I’m sure even if you’re medical professional, you’ll have to present your party card to get a job placement,” he said.
He described the emerging trend as bad precedence, declaring that the country is for all Ghanaians, hence people are expected to gain employment should they decide to remain apolitical.
“What is happening in this country? We are one people with one destiny. So, the people who are not aligned to any party, are they not Ghanaians?
“Ghana does not belong to John Mahama and the NDC. What happens at the polls is just to elect people who can manage the country and it ends there. We must apply the same level of discipline and principle in our fight against illegal mining,” he added.
Interest rates for treasury bills continue to drop
Professor Peter Quartey, Director, of the Institute of Statistical, Social, and Economic Research (ISSER), has raised serious concerns over the declining Treasury Bills (T-Bills) rates.
He said the decline had a potential impact on foreign exchange stability and the depreciation of the Ghanaian cedi.
He expressed these concerns in an exclusive interview with the Ghana News Agency.
Professor Quartey cautioned that the current trend is unsustainable and could exacerbate the country’s economic challenges if not addressed promptly.
The warning comes when the Central Bank prepares to announce the new interest rate at the next Monetary Policy Committee Meeting.
The reduction in T-bill rates from 16.93 to 15.88 per cent has raised concerns among investors and market watchers over its impact on the exchange rate.
Professor Quartey highlighted that the sharp decline in T-Bill rates had led to a shift in investor behaviour, with many opting to divest from local bonds and treasury instruments in favour of holding foreign currencies, particularly the US dollar.
“If we are not careful, this artificial decline in T-Bill rates will put pressure on our foreign exchange reserves. People are already buying dollars and stopping investments in local instruments. This will only worsen the cedi’s depreciation,” he stated.
The ISSER Director pointed out that the current fixed deposit rate of 10 per cent, in comparison to the soaring inflation rate of 23 per cent, made it unattractive for investors to keep their funds in local currency.
“Why would anyone invest in a 10 per cent fixed deposit when inflation is at 23 per cent? It doesn’t make sense. People are naturally seeking safer havens for their money, and this is causing a currency substitution problem,” he said.
Professor Quartey also expressed concern over the broader implications of the trend for monetary policy and economic stability.
He noted that the decline in T-Bill rates could create significant challenges for the Bank of Ghana and the government.
“If investors continue to sell off local bonds and treasury bills, it will become increasingly difficult for the government to raise the needed funds to support critical sectors of the economy,” he said.
The economist further emphasised the need for a diversified approach to economic management, including a focus on gold and other export commodities to mitigate political and economic shocks.
“We need to revise our export retention schemes and ensure that we are not overly reliant on a single source of revenue. Diversification is key to sustaining growth and stability,” he said.
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President Mahama with the squad of the Black Stars
Following Ghana’s emphatic 5-0 victory over Chad in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, President John Dramani Mahama expressed his delight, revealing that the win restored his appetite after earlier concerns about the emotional toll of watching the Black Stars play.
Before the match, Mahama had shared that he was advised to eat before watching the game due to the stress football brings him.
However, after witnessing the dominant display by Otto Addo’s men, he was in high spirits.
“I had a good appetite for dinner after the Black Stars’ 5-0 victory. Congrats, guys!” he posted, celebrating the crucial win.
Despite the resounding result, Mahama urged the team to remain focused and not become complacent, emphasizing that the victory should be the start of rebuilding the connection between the team and Ghanaians.
“Let this victory not make us complacent. This should be the beginning of bringing back the LOVE,” he added.
With Ghana now leading Group I, attention turns to the next crucial fixture against Madagascar on Monday in Morocco.
Mahama and millions of Ghanaians will be hoping for another strong performance to edge the Black Stars closer to securing a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup
I had a good appetite for dinner after the Black Stars’ 5-0 victory. Congrats guys!
Let this victory not make us complacent. This should be the beginning of bringing back the LOVE.
The military-run government of Niger frequently fights armed groups in the region
The government of Niger has declared three days of mourning following an attack on a mosque in the country’s southwest that killed at least 44 people.
The victims were killed in a “savage” armed assault in the Fambita quarter of the rural border town of Kokorou, the interior ministry said in a statement broadcast on state television on Friday.
The ministry said another 13 people were wounded.
West Africa’s Sahel region has seen an uptick in violence in recent years following the rise of armed fighters linked to the al-Qaeda and ISIL (ISIS) armed groups that took over territory in north Mali after the 2012 Tuareg rebellion.
Since then, it has spread into neighbouring Niger and Burkina Faso, and more recently into the north of coastal West African countries such as Togo and Ghana.
Niger’s interior ministry said the latest attack occurred early in the afternoon as people were attending a prayer service at the mosque during the Muslim holy month of Ramadan.
“The heavily armed terrorists surrounded the mosque to carry out their massacre with unusual cruelty,” it said, adding that the attackers also set fire to a local market and homes.
The defence ministry blamed the attack on the Islamic State in the Great Sahara, or EIGS, an affiliate of ISIL, in a statement late on Friday.
EIGS had no immediate reaction to the allegation. Previous attacks in Niger were claimed by al-Qaeda affiliate groups.
The government has promised to hunt down the perpetrators and put them on trial.
The military-run government of Niger frequently fights armed groups in the region, and civilians are often victims of the violence.
Since July 2023, at least 2,400 people have been killed in Niger, according to the database of ACLED, a non-governmental organisation that gives armed conflict location and event data.
Across the greater Sahel region that encompasses several countries, hundreds of thousands more have been killed and millions displaced as armed groups attack towns and villages as well as government security outposts.
The failure of governments to restore security contributed to two coups in Mali, two in Burkina Faso and one in Niger between 2020 and 2023. All three remain under military rule despite regional and international pressure to hold elections.
Since the coups, authorities have turned away from traditional Western allies and have sought military support from Russia instead.
GHOne TV reported that as former President John Dramani Mahama passed through a gathering in the Ashanti Region, a crowd of young Ghanaians voiced their discontent, chanting, “Go away! We don’t want you here!” The reaction reflected a growing sense of frustration and disillusionment, particularly among young voters who traditionally support the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP).
More than just an objection to Mahama’s visit, the protest signified broader dissatisfaction with Ghana’s political leadership and the persistent failure to fulfill promises.
“We’ve heard it all before,” one young man said. “Mahama was in office, and yet our struggles remain the same. What’s different this time?” Others echoed his frustration, criticizing the lack of real progress during Mahama’s tenure.
As Mahama attempted to engage with the crowd, his message was drowned out by continued chanting and disapproval. “I want to hear your concerns,” he said. “Let’s work together to build a better Ghana.” However, many in the audience dismissed his remarks as empty political rhetoric.
“Every election, you promise jobs, education, and better healthcare, but here in Ashanti, nothing changes,” a young woman shouted in response.
The anger stems from persistent problems such as high unemployment, a lack of opportunities, and slow economic development. While the Ashanti Region has historically leaned toward the NPP, many young people feel neglected, with little improvement in their quality of life.
As Mahama’s convoy moved forward, a few supporters attempted to calm tensions and call for unity. However, the dissatisfaction among the youth remained strong, signaling mounting pressure on Ghana’s leaders to take meaningful steps toward addressing their concerns before the next elections.
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has reiterated the Mahama administration’s commitment to sustaining and improving the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, emphasizing efforts to enhance funding and quality.
Speaking as the guest of honor at the 66th anniversary of Swedru Secondary School on Saturday, March 22, Dr. Forson announced plans to amend the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) Act to allocate a portion of the fund specifically to support Free SHS.
“Nananom, the Free SHS Policy has come to stay. Free Senior High School has come to stay. President John Dramani Mahama said I should tell you that free education, Free SHS has come to stay,” he declared.
Dr. Forson acknowledged two major challenges affecting the programme—sustainability and quality—and assured that the government is taking steps to address them. He emphasized that adequate funds would be allocated for student accommodation, logistics, and feeding.
“However, there are two challenges that face the implementation of free secondary education. The first is how sustainable the Free SHS should be managed, and the second is the quality of the free SHS education.
“The government would ensure that the funds for the accommodation, logistics, and feeding of students. President said I should inform you that the arrears owed to the Ghana Education Trust Fund for the past 8 years have been paid, as stated in the 2025 budget,” he stated.
Dr. Forson further disclosed that the 2025 allocation for GETFund stands at GHC4.1 billion, with an additional GHC9 billion expected this year. He assured that amendments to the GETFund Act would prevent future diversions of funds, ensuring sustained support for Free SHS.
“The 2025 allocation for Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) is GHC4.1 billion, and this year, it will receive GHC9 billion. We will amend the Ghana Education Trust Fund Act to prevent the government from diverting these funds, ensuring that a portion is used specifically for Free SHS.”
Additionally, he assured parents and students that food supplies in schools would see significant improvements under the new administration.
“Parents, students, President Mahama said I should assure you that the feed will improve this time round.”
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