The Adidome Senior High School (ADISEC) in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region is facing an acute perennial water crisis that is affecting the academic work of the students. For about one month now, the school has been without water due to its inability to settle its indebtedness of One Hundred and Four Thousand Ghana Cedis (GHS104,000.00) with the Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA), leading to the disconnection of the school’s water supply.

The Headmaster of ADISEC, Dr. Vincent-Dzidula Kwasi Atiku, made the revelation at the 40th anniversary speech and prize-giving day of the school at Adidome. ‘But for the occasional intervention of the Parent Teacher Association (PTA) of the school in arranging a water tanker from the District Assembly to supply water to the kitchen, we would have been in severe crisis, ’ the Headmaster added.

Throwing more light on the situation, Dr. Atiku explained that in recent times, students had to, as he put it, troop to town across the main Ho-Mafi Adidome-Sogakope road at the mercy of cars and motorbikes in search of water every morning and evening, with some sneaking to engage in social activities. The situation, according to the Headmaster, has put fear in them as teachers and parents who are playing the custodian role for their students.

Dr. Atiku used the occasion to passionately appeal to the President and the Minister of Education to urgently intervene through the provision of a mechanized industrial borehole to avert the high water supply cost by the CWSA, which comes up to some Eight Thousand Ghana Cedis (GHS8,000.00) every month.

The Headmaster also touched on other serious challenges facing the school. According to him, the absence of a good internal road network system in the school, coupled with a bad drainage system, is worrying. This, he said, continues to worsen the poor roads, washing away also the school buildings. Dr. Atiku appealed to the President and the Minister of Roads to urgently consider the school under the Big Push Initiative by tarring the internal roads of the school alongside constructing a proper drainage system for the entire school compound.

The other urgent infrastructural and other related needs of the school include a Boys’ and Girls’ dormitory storey building of six hundred (600) sleeping capacity each, seven hundred (700) bunk beds, one thousand, five hundred (1,500) pieces of furniture, a 12-unit classroom block, a 33-seater bus as well as an official pick-up to assist in the transportation of students to programmes and also in carrying out official duties.

The ADISEC Headmaster also appealed to the President and the GETFund Administrator to provide the school with staff bungalows to help in the management of the teeming students on campus.

The anniversary cum speech day event was under the theme, ‘Forty Years of Providing Education in Adidome Senior High School – Achievements, Challenges and Prospects: The Role of Stakeholders’. It was aimed at raising funds to construct a 250-seater capacity ultra-modern staff common room for the teachers who currently mark students’ exercises under trees.

In the 2025 regional West Africa Senior Secondary Certificate Examination (WASSCE) ranking, Adidome SHS came 6th out of 67 schools with a total A1-C6 performance of 77 percent. The school, Dr. Atiku noted, is also a force to reckon with when it comes to Mathematics and Science. According to him, ADISEC is a national icon in the Energy Commission Science contest, reaching the grand finale stage, likewise the National Science and Maths Quiz competition, where ADISEC is also among the finalists for this year’s ultimate contest. ‘It has taken hard work and discipline for us to improve academically, and I am very grateful to the Board, my staff and the students for these feet’, the Headmaster intimated.

The Director, Pre-Tertiary Education at the Ministry of Education, Nana Baffour Awuah, represented the Minister of Education at the event. He lauded ADISEC for its high discipline accolade and urged the students to aspire to greater heights. He also pledged the commitment of the Ministry towards ensuring that ADISEC continues to be a beacon of hope to many learners from the Mafi Traditional Area and beyond.

The Dufia of Mafi Adidome, Torgbe Kwasinyi Kakaklolo Agyeman V, and the Awafiaga of the Mafi Traditional Area, Torgbe Awudza Adabla XV, were among the traditional leaders present at the function. In a speech from them, the traditional leaders paid glowing tribute to the founding fathers of the school and urged the stakeholders, particularly the old students, to continue to make greater investment in and impact on the school.

The BoG’s open market operations (OMO) absorbed some GH¢19 billion ahead of the sale

Aggressive liquidity tightening by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has been cited as a key factor for the performance of last week’s Treasury bill auction, which saw bids fall significantly short of government’s target.

According to an analysis by Databank Research, the central bank’s open market operations (OMO) absorbed some GH¢19billion ahead of the sale – constraining the market’s capacity to meet government’s GH¢5.58billion target.

“We believe subdued bank demand – following the Bank of Ghana’s contractionary open market operations that absorbed about GH¢19bn ahead of Friday’s Treasury-bill auction – largely drove the soft demand,” Databank said in a note.

This ensured a return to the prevailing trend of undersubscription, after the Treasury broke that pattern with a 14 percent oversubscription two weeks ago.

The auction closed with total bids of GH¢3.49billion, representing a shortfall of 37.53 percent against the target. The Treasury accepted GH¢3.46billion; a coverage ratio of just 0.62x of the target and 0.64x of maturing bills worth GH¢5.44billion.

Yields edged up marginally across the curve with the 91-day bill rising 5 basis points (bps) to 10.5 percent, the 182-day gaining 3 bps to 12.39 percent and the 364-day increasing 2 bps to 12.90 percent.

Databank noted that the modest yield movements signal a market still adjusting cautiously, rather than pricing in heightened sovereign risk.

“The marginal yield uptick reflects cautious repricing rather than strong risk premia,” it said.

Investors also showed a continued preference for shorter maturities amid uncertainty. Databank observed: “Short-end preference is set to persist until deeper secondary market liquidity strengthens conviction along the curve”.

In the coming week, the Treasury plans to raise GH¢3.71billion through the issuance of 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day bills to cover GH¢3.61billion in maturing bills. Market participants will be watching closely to see whether liquidity conditions improve sufficiently to support full subscription.

Meanwhile, activity in the secondary bond market also slowed – with weekly turnover falling 18.17 percent to GH¢906.14million from GH¢1.11billion the previous week. The February 2027 bond led market flows with GH¢416.01million in volumes traded.

Trading was concentrated in the 2027–2030 maturities, which accounted for 61 percent of activity at a weighted average yield to maturity (YTM) of 16.08 percent. Bonds maturing between 2031 and 2038 made up the remaining 39 percent of trades, with an average YTM of 16.40 percent.

Databank attributed the subdued activity to restrained investor sentiment. “We attribute the low turnover to subdued investor participation amid cautious sentiment,” it said.

Looking ahead, Databank expects “modest activity as asset managers rebalance portfolios ahead of month-end”.

The woman being rescued from the tree

RESIDENTS OF Afasiebon near Kwadaso Agric Nzema, a suburb of Kumasi, woke up to the weird news of a suspected ‘witch’ crash-landing on top of an avocado tree in the area.

According to some community members, they heard a loud bang in the area in the early hours of yesterday when residents of the community were asleep in their rooms.

Later on, they disclosed that they also heard dogs barking under a tree, sparking suspicion. When the residents got closer, they said they spotted a woman perching on the tree.

According to them, the woman was looking very weak, an indication that perhaps she may have fallen from the sky and accidentally landed on top of the tall avocado tree.

A sea of curious people in Afasiebon and nearby communities rushed to the scene to catch a glimpse of the woman, who was said to be looking confused.

Later on, a joint operation between the police and some community members helped to bring down the woman from the top of the tree, using a tall ladder.

According to reports, some of the agitated youth in the community attempted to manhandle her, but she was shielded by the policemen.

The woman, whose face was covered with a cloth to hide her identity, was whisked in a waiting police car to the station.

FROM I.F. Joe Awuah Kumasi

President John Dramani Mahama will meet leaders of civil society organisations (CSOs) at the Jubilee House on Friday, October 3, 2025, to discuss the fight against illegal mining.

In a letter dated September 17, 2025, the Office of the President explained that the engagement will begin at 12:00 noon and will provide a platform for frank dialogue between government and civil society.

The meeting is expected to harness collective expertise, perspectives, and solutions to address the growing challenge of illegal mining.

The Presidency confirmed that invitations have been extended to several groups, including the Catholic Bishops Conference, Christian Council of Ghana, Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, the Office of the Chief Imam, Ghana Muslim Mission, A Rocha Ghana, IMANI Ghana, Centre for Democratic Development (CDD), the Ghana Journalist Association, Ghana Bar Association, Amnesty International, and other faith-based, academic, and advocacy organisations.

The Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama signed the invitation and assured participants of the President’s commitment to working closely with civil society in finding lasting solutions to illegal mining.

The engagement forms part of government’s broader efforts to involve stakeholders in tackling the social, environmental, and economic effects of galamsey.

By: Jacob Aggrey

MX24, in collaboration with Alliance Française, is proud to announce Gyakie as the headline performer for this year’s CroxItOut Concert 2025, the flagship music and advocacy event championing breast cancer awareness in Ghana.

The announcement was made live on YFM 107.9 during an exclusive radio launch hosted by Yaa Bitha, Keely-Jade, and the dynamic duo Lali X Lola, who will also emcee the main concert event. This year’s theme, “Beats for the Brave – Turning Up the Volume on Breast Cancer Awareness,” promises an inspiring fusion of live music, health advocacy, and community support – with Gyakie’s performance as a powerful centerpiece.

The songstress, fresh off the release of her critically acclaimed new album “After Midnight”, will bring her soulful voice and bold message to the CroxItOut stage. Known for her emotionally resonant lyrics and vibrant stage presence, Gyakie’s headline performance is set to elevate the night’s message of hope, healing, and early detection.

The concert is scheduled for Friday, October 24, 2025, at Alliance Française in Accra, kicking off at 6:00pm.

Highlights of the evening include:

• Live performances from top female acts and DJs
• Free breast cancer screenings on-site
• The Pink Fair – a curated market of women-led brands and businesses
• Interactive sessions and testimonials from survivors and advocates
  

As part of MX24’s annual CroxItOut campaign, the concert serves as a platform to educate, empower, and engage the public on breast cancer awareness through entertainment and action.

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“This is more than a concert. It’s a celebration of bravery, a reminder of the power of early detection, and a spotlight on the amazing women changing lives daily,” said a representative from MX24. “And with Gyakie joining us fresh off her new project, the energy will be unmatched.”

Follow @mx24gh and @croxitout on social media for updates, artist reveals, and behind-the-scenes exclusives.

Sampson Ahi is the Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Agribusiness

The 2-Day UK-Ghana Trade & Investment Forum has officially opened in Accra with a strong focus on industrial transformation, strategic partnerships, and financing for priority growth sectors.

Organised by the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) in collaboration with the UK Government, Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programmes Secretariat, and DMA Invest, Day 1 of the forum brought together UK investors, Ghanaian businesses, and senior government officials to deepen dialogue and strengthen commercial collaboration between the two countries.

Delivering the keynote address, the Deputy Minister of Trade, Industry and Agribusiness, Hon. Sampson Ahi, highlighted Ghana’s ongoing efforts to accelerate its industrialisation agenda and attract investment. He assured participants of the government’s readiness to create the right environment for private sector growth, noting that Ghana’s position as the home of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat gives the country a unique strategic advantage.

“Our government is committed to building a competitive investment climate and deepening UK-Ghana collaboration,” Hon. Ahi stated. “This forum creates the ideal environment for UK businesses to explore opportunities and form strategic partnerships with local firms.”

Speaking under the theme “Ghana’s Industrial Transformation Agenda: Strategic Entry Points for UK Business Partnerships”, the Deputy Minister outlined key sectors open for investment, including agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, machinery, and textiles. He referenced successful UK-backed ventures such as Blue Skies and Demeter Ghana LTD. as case studies that demonstrate the potential of UK-Ghana trade relationships under the UK-Ghana Trade Partnership Agreement.

A major highlight of the forum was a presentation on Ghana’s 24H+ Economy initiative. Presidential Advisor on the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programmes, Mr. Goosie Tanoh, explained that the policy is designed to create jobs, expand production capacity, and boost economic activity on a round-the-clock basis.

“Achieving the vision of the 24-Hour Economy requires targeted investment, access to long-term financing, and strong public-private partnerships,” Mr. Tanoh said. He added that the initiative has the potential to transform agriculture, pharmaceuticals, textiles, and technology, positioning Ghana as a hub for both regional and global trade.

In line with Ghana’s development priorities, discussions also explored financing opportunities for private sector growth, and the realities of doing business in Ghana from the perspective of UK businesses already operating in Ghana.

His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Africa, John Humphrey, reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to building stronger trade relations with Ghana. “The UK-Ghana Trade Partnership Agreement offers immense opportunities for businesses on both sides to scale, innovate, and thrive,” he said. “We are here to collaborate, to support, and to help unlock the full potential of this relationship.”

Annika Craine, Director of Partnerships with DMA Invest – a trade and investment consultancy helping the UK Government and businesses facilitate capital flows into markets outside of the G20, shared that her outfit led the delegation of UK businesses to the forum because of the opportunities Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Programmes present. “Some of the businesses are experts in infrastructure, financing, and insurance – companies who are here to impact and add value to the economy. We look forward to seeing the impact that the partnerships, networking, and deal-making will bring.”

The Executive Director of the UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce, Adjoba Kyiamah, emphasised the strategic importance of the forum in advancing bilateral economic cooperation. “This forum is incredibly important to us at the UKGCC because our work is centred on engaging with both the Ghana and UK governments on behalf of our member companies,” she said. “Both governments are pursuing robust growth strategies, and these align perfectly with the interests of our member businesses, which are committed to viability, sustainability, and contributing meaningfully to both economies.”

Kyiamah explained that the two-day event provides a practical platform for direct engagement between UK investors and Ghana-based businesses, with the aim of fostering partnerships and generating tangible business deals.

She further underscored the UKGCC’s role as the leading voice of UK-Ghana private sector collaboration, stating: “As part of the global network of British Chambers of Commerce, we provide a vital platform for our members to connect, collaborate, and thrive. We actively advocate for a business-friendly environment both in Ghana and the UK, and we are committed to doing everything we can to support the success and sustainability of our member businesses.”

She encouraged businesses interested in strengthening trade and investment between the two countries to engage with the UKGCC, assuring that the UKGCC remains open and ready to assist.

The forum concluded with business delegations to the ministries of Finance, Trade, Agribusiness & Industry, and Food and Agriculture.

By P.K. Yankey 

Bamiankor (W/R), September 30, GNA- The Gwiraman Traditional Council has launched the Egila Elue Avuyia (Egila Yam Festival) 2025, with a call on the people to forget about their differences and foster peace and unity for an accelerated development. 

This year’s festival, launched amidst fanfare, is on the theme “United in Purpose, Advancing in Progress: The Gwira Way Forward”.  

It would be climaxed in the last week of November 2025. 

As part of the celebration, the Gwira Traditional Council has placed a ban on drumming and noisemaking between October 23 and November 23. 

Launching the festival at a colourful ceremony at Bamiankor in the Nzema-East Municipality, Awulae Angama-Tu Agyan, Paramount Chief of the Gwira Traditional Area and President of the Traditional Council, said Gwiraman had not celebrated the yam festival for the past 23 years after the 2001 celebration. 

He said an attempt to celebrate it the ensuing year was foiled by another group. 

Awulae Angama-Tu Agyan expressed wary that Gwiraman was not showcasing its rich culture, history and tradition to the outside world. 

The Paramount Chief called on sons and daughters of Gwira to patronize the festival to make the area a tourist attraction to rake in more revenue to spearhead development of the area. 

Awulae Angama-Tu Agyan said the area was deprived in terms of road network, school buildings and extension of electricity and would use the festival to bring national leaders together to respond to developmental needs. 

Professor Francis Awuah, Lecturer at the University of Cape Coast and an indigene of Gwira, who was the Guest Speaker, said Gwira was blessed with rich human and mineral resources. 

He asked the people to resolve their differences, unite and fight for the development of the area. 

He said development could not thrive in an atmosphere of conflict, quarrels and urged them to safeguard the peace in the area. 

Prof Awuah advised the people to use the festival as a platform to discuss challenges facing their communities and renew their commitment to building a stronger Gwira. 

He mentioned the Teleku-Bokazo to Simpa Junction Road, the Teleku-Bokazo to Banso road and the Gwira-Aiyinasi to Kotukrom stretch to enhance movement within Gwira and open the area to the rest of the Ellembelle and Tarkwa area. 

Obrempong Hima Denkyi XIV, Paramount Chief of Upper Dixcove, who chaired the occasion, reminded the people to unite despite their differences and push for development. 

” What at all can’t the Gwiraman settle and forge ahead in unity”? he queried and advised the youth who hide behind social media to hurl insults on traditional rulers and even the President of Ghana. 

He reminded the youth that, ” our culture frowns upon insults and inflammatory language” and asked them to approach the chiefs with respect to pinpoint their mistakes to them. 

Mr Herbert Kuah-Dickson, Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Nzema-East Municipality, urged all chiefs to involve themselves and continue to celebrate the festival without any conflict. 

He said President John Dramani Mahama was committed to rural development with 80 percent of the Assembly’s Common Fund earmarked for development. 

However, unity was key if any meaningful development could be executed in the area and advised the people to forget ahead in unity. 

Mr Kuah-Dickson said the Assembly had reached 2.8 million Ghana cedis of the targeted GHc3.0 million Ghana cedis of its Internally Generated Funds ( IGF) for 2025 as of September. 

He said last year, the Assembly realized GHc1.2 million being the highest IGF in the Nzema-East Municipality. 

The MCE said the Assembly had begun grading the Gwira roads which is the main developmental challenge facing the area. 

Mr Kofi Arko-Nokoe, Member of Parliament (MP) of Evaloe Ajomoro-Gwira lauded Awulae Angama-Tu Agyan for restoring the festival to showcase the rich culture, history and tradition of Gwiraman. 

He also called on the people to bury their differences and forge ahead in unity and peace. 

MP Arko-Nokoe said together with the MCE, he would move to the Training Colleges to assist students from Gwira and elsewhere with their education so that they come to teach in the area upon completion to stem the rampant migration of teachers to other areas. 

He said together with the Assembly, the Teachers’ Awards scheme would come into force on March 6, 26, to incentivise teachers to stay in the area. 

On the Gwira road network, the MP said though funds were yet to be released from central government for the Big Push initiative, he has teamed up with the MCE to use the DRIP machines to reshape major roads in the area. 

Mr Arko-Nokoe assured the people that the road from Teleku-Bokazo to Simpa Junction would be asphalted in due course. 

The MP mentioned the construction of a police station at Kutukrom, construction of school buildings as well as fixing the bridge leading to Kutukrom. 

He said the Gwiraman Senior High School was grinding to a halt and called on the government to turn its attention to the school. 

Mr Arko-Nokoe expressed grave concerns about malmsey and its debilitating effects on the people and to embrace the Responsible Cooperative Mining scheme. 

GNA 

Edited by Justina Paaga/Benjamin Mensah  

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The Chamber of Indigenous Business and Investors (CIBI) has strongly criticised The Fourth Estate and the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) over what it describes as an unethical and misleading investigation into the National Lottery Authority’s (NLA) licencing arrangement with KGL Technology Limited.

In a statement signed by its Executive Director, Mr. Alistair Nelson, the Chamber accused the Fourth Estate of sensationalism and gross misrepresentation of facts regarding the NLA-KGL deal, particularly claims that a GHS3 billion lottery business was handed over to KGL for only GHS170 million annually.

CIBI argued that the so-called “contract” between NLA and KGL is not a procurement contract, but a licencing agreement, issued legally by the NLA Board under the National Lotto Act, 2006 (Act 722) and its accompanying regulations.

“It is very misleading for the Fourth Estate and MFWA to conclude that the NLA-KGL deal is a contract. That is very unprofessional,” the statement read.

Addressing the claim that KGL was given a GHS3 billion business, the Chamber said historical data from NLA shows that the Authority had never generated GHS3 billion annually since its establishment.

According to the CIBI, the total revenue generated by the NLA over eight years (2013–2020) was approximately GHS2.7 billion, with GHS1.3 billion paid out in winnings during that period.

The statement also defended the value of the KGL arrangement, pointing out that between 2019 and 2024, KGL’s annual payments of GHS170 million to the Consolidated Fund far exceeded the amounts paid by the NLA itself between 2013 and 2020. “In fact, the deal with KGL is one of the best the NLA has had,” the Chamber said.

CIBI further noted that KGL bears all operational and financial risks involved in the 5/90 USSD lottery game — including infrastructure costs, prize payments, marketing, and taxes — with no state financial input.

The statement also dismissed claims of monopoly, explaining that exclusive USSD codes are standard practice for all licensed lottery operators, with other companies also operating exclusive codes for specific games.

In conclusion, the Chamber called the Fourth Estate’s investigation “bogus” and “malicious,” urging the media to uphold higher standards of accuracy and professionalism, especially when dealing with technical and commercial matters involving state institutions and indigenous businesses.

Stakeholders captured at the launch of GAIPG

Stakeholders in the technology and innovation ecosystem have welcomed the newly developed Ghana Artificial Intelligence (AI) Practitioners’ Guide (GAIPG) as a step in the right direction for ethical and localized innovations in artificial intelligence in the country.

Speaking at the official launch of the document in Accra, A renowned public relations and IT communications consultant, Dr Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, asserted that the guidebook was timely for sound policy formulation and legislation to underpin the rapid adoption and integration of artificial intelligence in Ghana.

“As a practical guide that will influence policy, it is highly fulfilling and I’ll encourage tech enthusiasts, innovators and policymakers to explore the provisions and recommendation in the book as we continue to shape AI application in all aspects of our work,” he said.

He added: “The guidebook is not reserved for persons in the tech space only, but every Ghanaian that is interested in artificial intelligence.”

Developed by Heritors Labs in collaboration with the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH under the FAIR Forward, Artificial Intelligence for All programme, the GAIPG is expected to serve as a roadmap to foster innovation, promote ethical AI practices, and strengthen the adoption of responsible AI technologies tailored to the Ghanaian context.

It also provides a detailed overview of Ghana’s AI landscape with specific mappings on stakeholders, policies, and infrastructural foundations and gaps.

Another participant, Ewuradwoa Assaba Paintsil, a representative from the Ghana Bar Association, commended drafters of the book for bringing out an inclusive guide that reflects the interest of all stakeholders in the ecosystem.

“This guidebook is a step in the right direction and I’m excited that it’s still a living document that’s open to suggestions and inputs from the broader community.”

“I look forward to its dissemination to all persons, including those at the base of the tech ladder as we seek to shape policy and laws that will promote innovations in Ghana’s artificial intelligence space,” she noted.

GAIPG offers actionable ethical guidelines and practical recommendations that encourage AI development and implementation in Ghana in a way that aligns with international standards and local priorities, including provisions for the vulnerable and differently-abled persons. Copies of the guide will be available online for end-users to avail themselves of it.

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Newly-trained investigative journalists under the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) program have been urged to use their craft as a weapon against corruption and impunity in Ghana.

Procurement breaches, conflicts of interest, abuse of office and other corruption activities which have eaten deep into the social structure of Ghana deny citizens development.

The young investigative journalists are empowered to lead the fight against corruption, spark accountability to bring meaningful change.

Ghana’s score on the Corruption Perception Index has shown a long-time stagnation of the fight against corruption, staying below the 50% mark since 2012.

In a call for deeper tackling of the canker, the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) through its capacity-building on anti-corruption and accountability, has reiterated the craft of young investigative journalists as effective tools for reforms.

Seasoned investigative journalists, including Associate Editor of the Fourth Estate, Seth Bokpe insist that true sense of journalism is recognized by the impact of deep-cut investigative journalism.

“We do not tell stories for telling sake. Some are told as passing information to the public, but majorly, what should be pursued are ones told to make an impact in our society through investigative journalism. The stories should reflect in ways that can drive a change in society.

“That should be the hallmark of every journalist. The impact is necessary to bring changes, draw benevolent people to help the disadvantaged. Even if your story changes the life of one person, it brings a lot of satisfaction than any form of enticement that you may get from the work,” he said.

The capacity-building on anti-corruption and accountability through investigative journalism project, benefitted 30 young journalists across the Ashanti, Northern, and Greater Accra regions.

The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) project, with funding from the German Development Cooperation was titled, “Countering corruption through accountability journalism and improved freedom of expression environment in Ghana”.

Beneficiaries were taken through the corruption landscape of Ghana, and story ideation, whilst dissecting investigative reports to understand investigative journalism targeted at public accountability.

Executive Director, Africa Centre for International Law and Accountability (ACILA), William Nyarko, says an in-depth story done well can effect significant social change in Ghana.

“It’s been engaging. We have shown them where they can get their stories to investigate, ones that bother on procurement breaches, conflict of interest, private gain, as well the methods and tools to gather and execute their investigations. The journey is difficult and challenging, but just one report done right will create significant changes in Ghana,” he said.

This initiative is part of the Participation, Accountability, Integrity for a Resilient Democracy (PAIReD) programme, commissioned by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ), co-financed by the EU and the Swiss State Secretariat for Economic Affairs (SECO), and implemented by GIZ in cooperation with the Ministry of Finance.

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Dr Robert Sogbadji is the Deputy Director in charge of Alternative and Nuclear Energy

The Deputy Director in charge of Alternative and Nuclear Energy at the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, Dr Robert Mawuko Sogbadji, has said that Russia is in talks with Ghana over a possible deployment of three floating power units (FPUs) of 100MW each to help strengthen the country’s power supply in the short term.

He explained that floating nuclear plants are increasingly attractive because of their flexibility, mobility, and scalability.

Speaking to GhanaWeb Business at the just-ended World Atomic Week in Moscow, Dr Sogbadji emphasised that the idea of generating power from a vessel is not new to Ghana, citing the country’s experience with the Karpowership project.

Russia, Ghana to explore floating nuclear power deal

“We are already producing power from a floating vessel in the form of Karpowership, so this concept is not new to us. With our Nuclear Regulatory Authority and the Environmental Protection Agency in place, coupled with guidance from the International Atomic Energy Agency and Russia’s Rosatom regulator, the process will be well-governed,” he stated.

Short-term solution ahead of large-scale nuclear power

According to him, FPUs could help bridge potential electricity shortfalls while Ghana advances plans for a large-scale, land-based nuclear power plant capable of generating over 1,000MW.

He emphasised that floating power units are easier to deploy in the short term, providing a stop-gap solution for the country’s growing power needs.

On financing, Dr Sogbadji stressed the importance of structuring a model that balances affordability with industrial demand.

“Because this is nuclear, it cannot be entirely private-sector driven. Government must participate, even if only by 10–15%, but in a way that keeps costs low for both domestic and industrial consumers,” he explained.

He added that Ghana is not seeking outright ownership of the floating units, as this could push costs higher. Instead, the government is considering a public-private partnership (PPP) model, focusing on independent power production under strict regulatory oversight.

Grid capacity not a constraint

Addressing concerns about whether Ghana’s grid can absorb nuclear-generated electricity, Dr Sogbadji dismissed fears of transmission challenges.

“GRIDCo’s transmission losses are within internationally accepted limits. Integrating a 100MW baseload from each floating power unit will not be a problem. Even Karpowership delivers 400MW, so handling FPUs will not present difficulties,” he assured.

He further praised nuclear power for its efficiency, reliability, and ability to provide consistent baseload electricity to support Ghana’s industrialisation agenda.

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The Tamale Teaching Hospital

During the sitting of the Public Accounts Committee on Monday, September 29, 2025, it was discovered that the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) had been paying a deceased staff member for the past 26 months.

This revelation follows the recent Auditor-General’s report, which uncovered the payment of unearned salaries totalling GH¢1,449,000.

Members of the Committee expressed outrage upon learning that the hospital had validated the salary of the deceased employee over that period.

Appearing before the Committee, the hospital’s Director of Administration, Dr Emmanuel Sena Kwasi Donkor, admitted that only GH¢303,558.68—representing approximately 21 percent of the total amount—had been recovered so far.

“We were able to recover some amounts. Before we got here, we had received letters from some banks stating that they had stopped transferring the funds to the government chest,” Dr Donkor told the Committee.

He appealed for parliamentary intervention to facilitate the full recovery of the funds.

“Maybe at the end of this session we will make a prayer to this House for the House to make an order directing those banks to transfer [the money],” he said.

Dr Donkor further disclosed that the hospital had submitted the names of implicated individuals to the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for investigation and recovery.

“EOCO has written back requesting the files of the people involved, and we have submitted them,” he added.

Despite these assurances, PAC members expressed dissatisfaction with the hospital’s explanation.

Ranking Member on the Committee, Samuel Atta-Mills, questioned the hospital’s validation process, citing the case of a deceased employee whose salary continued to be paid long after his death.

“Habib Napare – date of separation was 2022. This guy had died. Didn’t you go to the funeral? And you validated this dead person for 26 months? And now you are coming to tell Parliament to do what?” Atta-Mills fumed.

The Committee has since demanded greater accountability from the hospital, warning that weak validation systems contribute to financial leakages that undermine the public purse.

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