PRESIDENT JOHN Mahama has pledged the newly sworn-in council members of the Ghana Police Service of his unflinching support towards fulfilling their mandates as enshrined in the Police Service Act.
The inauguration of the Ghana Police Council, which is the governing body for the Ghana Police Service, was held yesterday at the Jubilee House in Accra. The council, chaired by the Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, is responsible for overseeing the operations of the police force and ensuring its effectiveness in maintaining peace and security.
The members include Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang – Chairperson (Vice President of the Republic), Mr. Muntaka Mohammed Mubarak – Member (Minister for the Interior and Member of Parliament), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno – Member (Inspector General of Police), Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine – Member (Minister for Justice and Member of Parliament, representing the Attorney General’s Department), and Mr. Daniel Owusu Nyampong, Esq. – Member (Representative of the Ghana Bar Association).
The rest are COP Nathan Kofi Boakye (Retired) – Member (Representative of the Retired Senior Police Officers Association), DCOP Lydia Yaako Donkor – Member (Representative of Senior Officers of the Ghana Police Service), Chief Inspector Angel Lolo, Esq. – Member (Representative of Junior Officers of the Ghana Police Service), Ms. Rose Atinga Bio (Retired) – Member (Appointee of the President) and Mr. Benson Tunga Baba – Member (Appointee of the President).
Speaking at the inauguration, President Mahama entreated the council members to embody their work ensuring their role as members of the council reflect the demands of the citizens, which has to do with fairness and justice in the service.
“This Council must embody the work as described in the acts, this will let your work send a signal to every corner of the country that fairness still matters, and that justice still lives, and that Ghana is still worth believing in,” he said.
Mr. Mahama further assured the council of his support, saying, “I’ll support you to uphold justice and the government will back you when you act to restore order, and the gratitude of the Ghanaian people will follow you when your decisions reflect fairness, integrity and courage.”
He urged all arms of government, institutions, oversight institutions and civil society to work in concert with the Police Council, emphasising that “when we act together, anchored on principle, there’s no challenge we cannot surmount. This swearing in is more than just an administrative event, it is the beginning of a new covenant, a solemn promise to make Ghana safer, fairer and more just.”
President Mahama called on the council members to prioritise the people’s interests, emphasising the importance of institutions serving the public, not themselves. He envisioned a Ghana where the police are respected, justice is timely, and leadership inspires trust. He urged them to lead with integrity, fostering trust rather than fear, and to prioritise the well-being of the people they serve.
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Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) has strongly criticised a surprise raid carried out by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, describing it as “unwarranted and unjustified.”
In an official statement issued the following day, SML revealed that OSP officials and National Security personnel raided its Osu and Tema offices without prior notice or presenting a warrant. The company claims the raid caused disruption to its vital operations and threatened the integrity of a national revenue assurance system it runs in partnership with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).
Key Allegations from SML:
• Seizure of critical assets, including proprietary servers, documents, and gold analysers (some still under development).
• Temporary detention of four staff members and physical assault on two others.
• Significant property damage and disruption of Ghana’s only independent real-time petroleum monitoring system, risking major revenue losses.
SML said the raid contradicts their ongoing cooperation with the OSP since March 2025, when it received a formal request. The company claims to have complied fully by submitting required documents by March 27, 2025, and maintaining open lines of communication.
“In light of this cooperative record, we were surprised by the nature and execution of yesterday’s overwhelming forceful action,” the statement noted.
SML has called on the GRA, Ministry of Finance, and other authorities to intervene and review the OSP’s actions. It also reaffirmed its commitment to transparency, accountability, and national development.
Fidelity Bank Ghana held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) showcasing robust financial performance, strategic resilience, and a commitment to innovation.
The meeting, attended by shareholders and other stakeholders, highlighted the bank’s achievements for the year ended December 31, 2024, and outlined its vision for sustained growth in 2025 and beyond.
Steadfast Performance
Despite industry-wide constraints, the Bank delivered a strong performance, with operating income growing by 15% to GH¢2.34 billion, up from GH¢2.03 billion in 2023, marking the second consecutive year of surpassing GH¢2.0 billion in annual revenues.
Profit before tax also saw an increase of 4%, reaching GH¢1.21 billion, indicating stability in the face of a difficult operating environment. In addition, the bank’s total assets grew considerably by 28% to GH¢22.11 billion, primarily driven from a robust 40% growth in deposits, which reached GH¢ 17.65 billion.
Board Chairman of Fidelity Bank, James Reynolds Baiden, reflected on the Bank’s resilience. “I am proud to say that the Bank has made significant strides in a very challenging business environment beset with persistently high inflation, sharp currency fluctuations, tight financing conditions, and regulatory changes. Despite these exigencies, including Ghana’s external debt restructuring, which imposed substantial losses on banks, we delivered strong results.”
Mr. Baiden acknowledged the impact of external shocks, including a 37% haircut on Ghana’s Eurobond holdings and income loss due to the increased cash reserve requirements.
“Our ability to navigate these challenges underscores the strength of our balance sheet and risk management framework,” he added.
Balance Sheet Strength
Despite a sector-wide decline in asset quality, Fidelity Bank prioritised the health and quality of its lending portfolio. The bank’s loans and advances, at GH¢3.14 billion, reflect a measured and disciplined growth strategy aimed at navigating the high-risk environment effectively.
Investment securities grew by 3% to GH¢7.90 billion, and the Bank’s Non-Performing Loan (NPL) ratio remained below 10%, significantly below the industry average. Furthermore, shareholder funds recorded a growth of 44% to end 2024 at GH¢2.07 billion, with the capital adequacy ratio, without regulatory reliefs, improving significantly to 19.55%, from 14.38% in 2023.
In recognition of this performance, shareholders approved an ordinary dividend of GH¢8.0 per share for 2024.
Operational, Strategic Achievements
Managing Director, Julian Opuni, highlighted how the Bank deepened its leadership in key segments.
“In 2024, we enhanced our retail and SME lending frameworks with a strong focus on cash-flow-based lending. Our partnerships with fintechs enabled greater access for underserved markets, particularly in the informal sector,” he said.
Kim Kardashian has spoken out against the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) raids in Los Angeles which have sparked days of protests across the country.
President Donald Trump’s sweeping deportations of illegal immigrants sparked mass protests in the City of Angeles Friday, June 6, which have continued for days.
In an unprecedented move, Trump deployed thousands of National Guard troops and 700 Marines to Los Angeles, without California Governor Gavin Newsom’s permission, in response to the protests.
Gov. Newsom said the move “inflamed a combustible situation,” and the state has challenged it in court.
Reacting to the ICE raids, Kim Kardashian wrote on her Instagram Stories: “When we’re told that ICE exists to keep our country safe and remove violent criminals-great. But when we witness innocent, hardworking people being ripped from their families in inhumane ways, we have to speak up. We have to do what’s right.”
She continued: “Growing up in LA, I’ve seen how deeply immigrants are woven into the fabric of this city. They are our neighbors, friends, classmates, coworkers, and family.
“No matter where you fall politically, it’s clear that our communities thrive because of the contributions of immigrants. We can’t turn a blind eye when fear and injustice keep people from living their lives freely and safely. There HAS to be a BETTER way.”
According to a report by ModernGhana, General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has declined to release a controversial memo that influenced the decision to drop charges against former Bank of Ghana Deputy Governor, now Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama.
Appearing before Parliament on June 10, Dr. Ayine cited the Right to Information (RTI) Act, stating the memo is protected under statutory exemptions.
He explained that the document contains legal opinions meant solely for the Attorney General’s use in decision-making, thus exempt from public disclosure.
“The document you are asking me to produce today is an opinion that was meant for the Attorney General to take a decision, and that is statutorily exempt under the Right to Information Act,” Dr. Ayine stated, responding to a request from Suame MP John Darko.
The disputed memo, prepared by the Prosecution Division of the Attorney General’s Office, was previously mentioned by Dr. Ayine as the rationale for discontinuing the prosecution.
According to him, the document advised former Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame to halt proceedings due to insufficient evidence.
However, Dame has denied that any such recommendation was ever made, fueling controversy.
The matter sparked heated exchanges in Parliament, with Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin stating that the existence of the memo had already been acknowledged publicly.
Further tension arose when Majority Chief Whip Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor accused the Majority Leader of attempting to bypass RTI regulations.
The session ended abruptly after a separate dispute led to the removal of Dr. Ayew Afriyie from the chamber, throwing proceedings into disarray.
More than 30 foreign embassies, including Ghana’s High Commission in Abuja, face possible closure as the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) begins enforcement action over unpaid ground rent.
According to the FCTA, the affected embassies have accumulated arrears dating as far back as 2014, amounting to a total of N3.66 million.
Despite several warnings, the diplomatic missions have reportedly failed to settle their debts, prompting the administration to act.
President Bola Tinubu has issued a 14-day ultimatum for all defaulters to clear their outstanding payments or risk sanctions, including the possible sealing of embassy premises.
Embassies named on the defaulters’ list include Ghana, Russia, Thailand, Côte d’Ivoire, the Philippines, Netherlands, Turkey, Guinea, Ireland, Uganda, Iraq, Zambia, Germany, Venezuela, South Korea, India, Sudan, Niger, and Kenya, among others.
However, some missions, including the Russian and German embassies, have denied owing any rent. They maintained that all required payments have been made and suggest that their inclusion may be the result of administrative errors. Diplomatic officials from Turkey, Germany, and Ghana also expressed surprise at their inclusion and indicated they had not received any official notice regarding outstanding obligations. They have pledged to review the matter internally.
In response, a spokesperson for the FCT Minister stated that the administration would investigate and correct any discrepancies if proven.
Meanwhile, diplomatic experts have urged caution. Former Nigerian ambassador Ogbole Amedu-Ode and foreign policy analyst Charles Onunaiju cautioned that sealing embassies could have serious diplomatic repercussions. They recommended resolving the issue through bilateral dialogue and coordination with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Source: The Punch
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Ghanaian TV presenter, Mona Gucci, has criticised a content creator for falsefully stating that Dr Osei Kwame Despite snubbed the Ga Mantse at his museum opening.
Recently in a viral video, a content creator claimed that people in Accra were upset that Despite invited Otumfuo but overlooked the Ga Mantse.
But speaking on this, “We need to be serious in this country. We have the Ghana Journalists Association, and when it comes to social and digital media, I know they fall under Hon Sam George. The rumours this person is spreading, Ghana is so developed that we don’t really focus on such things.”
She added, “When did the people of Accra make such a statement? At the time Osei Kwame Despite was opening his museum, the Ga Mantse was also attending an event at KNUST in Kumasi.”
Mona Gucci further noted that the Ga Mantse cannot be everywhere at once, urging online users to avoid making baseless assumptions just to drive engagement on their pages.
“One person cannot do everything. Don’t sit at home and seek attention by recording yourself talking about things you don’t fully understand.
“If you know the typical Ga people, they aren’t afraid to speak up. If they have an issue, they would go directly to Osei Kwame Despite’s office to present a petition. They would publicly express their dissatisfaction with whatever Despite has done,” she stated.
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Legal practitioner, Maurice Ampaw, has called on the government to urgently address the concerns of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), asserting that both patients and healthcare workers are suffering as a result of the ongoing industrial action.
Speaking in an exclusive interview with GhanaWeb on June 11, 2025, Ampaw acknowledged that industrial action by essential service providers, including nurses, beyond three days, is in breach of the Labour Act, but was quick to add that the nurses are forced to take the stance due to harsh working conditions.
Responding to calls for an activation of legal measures against the GRNMA over the prolonged strike, he recommended dialogue as a more tenable solution to the matter.
“People are dying, yes, but the nurses are also dying economically. They are not happy. Their families are also suffering from hardships,” he said.
He criticised the government’s handling of the strike, particularly their decision to recall retired nurses to fill the gap left by the striking nurses.
“That is not the best. Even if the government cannot meet all their demands at once, it should at least meet them halfway and then work toward fulfilling the other demands later,” he asserted.
The nurses’ strike, which began over unresolved conditions of service, has entered its second week, placing increasing strain on Ghana’s already fragile healthcare system.
Several reports indicate that the absence of frontline staff has led to disruptions in medical services and delayed treatment in some facilities.
Maurice Ampaw has consequently urged the government and health authorities to return to the negotiation table with urgency, stressing that lives are at stake.
The GRNMA initiated a strike action on June 2, 2025, citing the government’s failure to implement their 2024 Collective Agreement.
The provisions to be fulfilled in the 2024 Collective Agreement include better salaries, improved working conditions, enhanced allowances among other things.
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Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor
Following the introduction of the Energy Sector Levy, which requires consumers of petroleum products – petrol and diesel – to pay GH¢1 per liter of fuel purchased, many have expressed concerns.
Opponents of this tax measure have raised critical questions, including whether Ghanaians will eventually stop paying the fuel levy or if it has been instituted as a permanent charge.
Several experts, including legal practitioners, have urged the government to introduce a sunset clause to ensure clarity and transparency regarding the levy’s duration.
They argue that a GH¢0.95 levy is already imposed on petrol and GH¢0.93 on diesel, both of which have now been increased to GH¢1.
What is a sunset clause?
A sunset clause is a provision in a contract, law, or other legal document that sets a specific date for the agreement or law to automatically expire.
It also outlines the conditions for termination unless renewed or extended by legislative action.
Experts advocating for a sunset clause are keen to determine the period during which the tax measure would remain in effect or when it would be re-evaluated.
The sunset clause is expected to factor in the ex-pump price, the impact of cedi appreciation on petroleum pricing, and sustainability considerations within the energy sector.
Example of a sunset clause for the GH¢1 Fuel Levy
The GH¢1 fuel levy could be imposed for two years, effective from its implementation date. After one year, the government would conduct a review to evaluate the levy’s impact on the economy, fuel prices, and the energy sector.
If the levy is not renewed or amended after the two-year period, it would automatically expire, causing fuel prices to return to their pre-levy state.
This clause offers flexibility, allowing the government to reassess the levy’s effectiveness and either adjust, renew, or terminate it if necessary.
The review and evaluation process enhances accountability, ensuring regular assessments of the levy’s impact and informed decisions about its continuation.
By incorporating a sunset clause, the government could implement the GH¢1 fuel levy as a temporary measure to address the energy sector debt, while maintaining a clear framework for review, evaluation, and potential expiration or modification.
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Vision FC is in mourning following the tragic passing of former captain, Habib Ganiu, whose death was officially confirmed by the club in a solemn statement released on X on Tuesday, June 10, 2025.
The club’s announcement of Ganiu’s passing captured the pain and disbelief that now hangs over the Vision FC community.
In their official statement on X, the club paid tribute to the man who had become a symbol of resilience and leadership.
“We are greatly saddened to announce the passing of our player Habib Ganiu. All at the club send our heartfelt condolences to Habib’s family and friends in this difficult moment,” the post read.
Ganiu’s death has left the entire Ghanaian football fraternity in shock, especially those who watched him rise from a promising young defender to the heartbeat of Vision FC.
At just 26 years old, he had already etched his name into the club’s history books, most notably by captaining Vision FC to their first-ever promotion to the Ghana Premier League during the 2024/25 season.
Commanding at the back and calm under pressure, Ganiu was more than just a footballer; he was a leader, a brother, and a source of inspiration to many.
His influence extended beyond the pitch, where he was known for his humility, discipline, and deep sense of loyalty to the club he called home for over five years.
The cause of his death remains unclear, but the news has cast a dark cloud over Vision FC and its supporters.
Former teammates and fans across the country have begun sharing heartfelt tributes, remembering Ganiu not only for his talent but for the spirit and dignity with which he carried himself.
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Celebrated Ghanaian actress and entrepreneur, Beverly Afaglo Baah, has shared a key update on the robbery case involving her Traffic Shawarma outlet in Tema last December.
In a post on her official Instagram page, Beverly announced that the Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect believed to be behind the robbery at her popular shawarma shop on December 30, 2024.
According to CitiNews, Dr. Nana Ayew Afriyie, the Member of Parliament for Effiduase Asokore, has called on the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to make public its internal report detailing the reasons behind the party’s defeat in the 2024 general elections.
The document, prepared by a committee led by former Speaker of Parliament, Professor Mike Oquaye, was designed to evaluate the party’s performance and identify key factors that contributed to its electoral loss.
Despite this, the NPP’s Director of Communications, Richard Ahiagbah, has stated that the findings are meant strictly for internal review and will not be disclosed to the public.
During an interview on Channel One TV’s Face to Face on Tuesday, June 10, Dr. Ayew Afriyie expressed his disagreement with the decision to withhold the report.
He argued that public disclosure would promote openness, allow the party to regain trust, and foster healing among supporters.
He acknowledged that while the leadership may be reluctant to expose internal weaknesses for fear of public ridicule, facing criticism is a necessary part of the recovery process.
“The National [leadership] is saying that we don’t want people to know how it went so that we can correct it and not get ridiculed in public. I disagree with the stance of the National [leadership]. I believe that it should be out. Heal the people. You have lost an election, and be teased, let them use it against you. Ghanaians understand that—they will heal from that,” he stated.
He emphasized that owning up to the loss could help the party regroup and reestablish credibility over time.
Dr. Afriyie also referenced internal data indicating that disillusionment within the party may have played a significant role in the outcome.
He noted that as much as a quarter of NPP supporters either voted for the rival National Democratic Congress (NDC) or abstained entirely.
Political commentators have echoed similar views, stressing that genuine reform within a political organization starts with confronting hard truths and committing to transparency.
The NPP faced a major political blow in the 2024 elections, losing the presidency to John Dramani Mahama of the NDC, along with a substantial reduction in its parliamentary seats.
The Oquaye-led committee submitted its findings during an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting held on April 16 at the Alisa Hotel in Accra.
Following the session, the party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, acknowledged receipt of the report and hinted that its contents would be shared in due time.
As of now, the party has yet to officially release the report to its members or the public.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Dancetera and a pioneering figure in Ghana’s dance industry, Robert Klah, is making a passionate call for greater recognition and support for dancers across the country.
Speaking as part of activities marking the ongoing Ghana Dance Festival, Mr. Klah urged key players in the creative industry to treat dancers with the respect, visibility, and compensation they rightly deserve.
According to Mr. Klah, dancers have long been sidelined despite their critical contributions to Ghana’s vibrant entertainment scene. From energising high-profile stage performances to driving viral dance challenges that help promote hit songs, dancers play a pivotal role, yet they often go unacknowledged.
“For far too long, dancers have been treated as mere accessories in the entertainment world,” Mr. Klah said. “Their vital contributions to our cultural identity and artistic expression have been overshadowed by other creatives, especially musicians.”
As one of Ghana’s most celebrated dance professionals, Mr. Klah has been instrumental in spotlighting local dance talent on global stages. His organisation, Dancetera, is behind the annual Ghana Dance Festival, a platform created to celebrate and empower dancers.
He is now urging musicians, event organisers, and industry stakeholders to step up and ensure dancers receive the recognition they deserve, especially at prestigious platforms like the Telecel Ghana Awards.
“In every major hit song in Ghana today, you’ll find a viral dance challenge that has helped it reach audiences far and wide,” Mr. Klah noted. “Yet, those dancers remain underpaid, underrepresented, and largely invisible in mainstream media.”
He also criticised the structural gaps in the industry, citing a lack of dedicated media coverage, support systems, and events that highlight the value of dance.
According to Mr. Klah, until these issues are addressed, the country risks losing some of its most talented and creative minds to neglect and discouragement.
Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC), Dr Rashid Tanko-Computer, has alleged that the 2020 general election was rigged in favour of the then governing New Patriotic Party (NPP).
Speaking on JoyPrime’s Prime Morning Show on Wednesday, Tanko-Computer accused the Electoral Commission of colluding with the NPP to deny the NDC’s flagbearer, then former President John Dramani Mahama, a rightful victory in the 2020 polls.
“The NDC learnt lessons from previous elections. We learnt from the 2016 election and again from the 2020 election,” he said. “The 2020 election was massively rigged. They rigged the election because H.E. John Dramani Mahama should have been president in 2020.”
He further alleged that the Electoral Commission acted in concert with the ruling party to manipulate the election outcome.
“The NPP rigged the election with the connivance of the Electoral Commission. The figures were very clear. You saw why Madam Jean Mensa didn’t want to enter the docket.”
Dr Tanko-Computer cited the manual nature of Ghana’s electoral process as a key vulnerability, arguing that dishonest election officials could easily manipulate results.
“Because of the manual nature of our elections in Ghana, when you have very crooked officers as presiding and returning officers, they can rig the election without your knowledge,” he claimed.
Reflecting on the party’s past election monitoring strategies, he admitted that a lack of rigorous oversight may have contributed to the situation.
“We’ve learnt our lessons. Perhaps there was some laxity in monitoring the process. We’ve upped our game for the 2024 elections. We’re coming in stronger to ensure we monitor both the Electoral Commission and the NPP,” he said.
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Lawyer Isaac Boamah Nyarko with some of the candidates
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Effia in the Western Region, Isaac Boamah Nyarko, has donated 1,020 mathematical sets and stationery to all Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in the area.
The beneficiaries included public and private school candidates in the constituency.
The MP’s initiative was to help boost the confidence of candidates who are writing the examination which begins today, Wednesday, June 11, 2025.
“After sponsoring the candidates’ mock examination in the constituency, it came to my attention that most of the parents are unable to provide mathematical sets for their children writing the BECE.
“So I am happy to do this to support our children writing the BECE. I hope this will boost their confidence to write and pass well and to go to any senior high school, and then progress to tertiary institutions,” he added.
The MP explained that the gesture was also his way of contributing to the improvement of education in the constituency.
“One of my priorities is to improve on education in the constituency,” he stated.
The MP also pledged a special prize for the best performing students, in a bid to motivate the candidates to excel in the examination.
The beneficiary candidates expressed gratitude to Lawyer Isaac Boamah for the support, and indicated their resolve to work hard to pass the examination.
Group of Obstetric Fistula Surgeons at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital performing life-changing Fistula repair surgery
At first, it was exciting to welcome a child, but that excitement is cut short after unforeseen complications marred the labor process which rather brings pain and agony.
Victims of obstetric fistula bear a burden of incontinence, making them urinate without control, and even excrete without will from a normal hole created after a long obstructed childbirth.
Such women live in a world jam-packed with social isolation, mental devaluation, everlasting medical complication and child loss.
The buried cost of childbirth
Her troubles began after a traumatic childbirth that even the arrival of a new baby could not provide solace.
The life of 29-year-old businesswoman, Sumaya Abdul Rahim, altered completely after noticing something distressing.
The sight of specialized surgical instruments performing the gynecological procedure.
That was a month after her emergency C-section at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital.
“My time was due, and I started bleeding around 5 am. Doctors said my womb had ‘busted’, transferred me to KATH where I had my cesarean section due to the severity.
“But after a month, when I pass stool some flow from my vaginal opening. I was alarmed, reported to the hospital again, and conducted some tests,” Sumaya soberly shares with Clinton Yeboah.
The screening confirmed obstetric fistula; a new situation she would bear alongside the joy of welcoming her newborn.
Vida Opoku, a 33-year-old mother of five, knows this pain all too well.
After delivering her last child, the thriving trader has now been stuck home.
Her foiled labor also left her incontinent, obliging her to rely on diapers.
“I use diapers and I fear I might stain myself unprovoked anywhere. In fact, I rather not go out at all times,” she said.
The Hidden Epidemic
Obstetric fistula is a hidden epidemic growing in the comfort of limited maternal health care and access.
In Ghana, rural folks, underprivileged pregnant women who lack nourishment, and alertness stand at the highest chance of acquiring this deadly prize.
The hindrance of cost also stares at the poor underprivileged affected women.
Obstetric fistula is an abnormal hole or opening formed between the birth canal and the bladder or rectum, causing affected women to pass urine uncontrollably, and excrete from their virginal opening.
About 90% of these cases are often due to prolonged and obstructed labor.
Data from Ghana’s District Health Management Information System (DHIMS II) indicates 1,300 new cases of obstetric fistula are recorded every year.
There is a heartbreaking twist to this situation; the concern of child marriage and teenage pregnancy.
Reverend Sister Olivia Umoh is the Director of Safe Child Advocacy – a social organization addressing needs of women, girls and vulnerable populations in Kumasi.
She makes a revelation of her experience with the compounded suffering of teenage girls.
Under their undeveloped bodies, they bear pregnancies that subsequently, put them in high risk of obstetric fistula.
“I’ve witnessed some very young girls encounter this situation after being compelled to marry and forced to carry pregnancies at a very young ages that lead them to suffer under their not-matured bodies. Our society needs to address this,” she told Clinton Yeboah.
Despite its deadly and undesirable nature, surgical repair rate stands less than 41%, with 1.6 to 1.8 cases occurring per 1,000 births.
Obstetric Fistula Surgeon at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Dr Baffour Opoku explains factors compounding the situation which plague rural Ghana.
Preventable and treatable, yet access and lack of resources grip these statistics, influencing deadlock among victims.
“It is troubling that in 2025, modern obstetrics still have women suffering from obstetric fistula, a condition wholly preventable with good obstetric care. Many women who undergo long labors end up not progressing as they should due to inaccessibility to quality obstetric care and they end up developing obstetric fistula. Not all women also deliver in the hospital or have access to the hospital. Such situations open up the vulnerability,” he said.
Programme Specialist, Reproductive Health at the United Nations Population Fund, Dela Bright Gle decries the pilling of untreated cases.
“Our study establishment of fistula burden in Ghana 2015 revealed that incidences are around 700 to 1,200 yearly. So if the repairs per a year due to lack of resources is just about 60, you can imagine that there are a lot of backlog of cases to deal with and living in the shadows,” she said.
Social isolation and deadly burden
The rest of the story lies in the silent burden raiding affected women’s dignity and jolly livelihoods.
Since the diagnosis, Sumaya’s confidence has dipped.
She would rather stay home than expose her situation just to escape her constant fear of embarrassment.
“My family was troubled. It beats our imagination how one child birth could have all these complications. I had to be extra cautious but not going out for a year has been a hard time. To go out and experience uncontrolled excrement, I would rather prevent the shame and stay home,” she admits.
Meanwhile, Vida feels this weight of isolation as she abandons her work and social life; the opposite of her bubbly life.
“I’ve been too shy to go out. I can’t even go to church and I feel I need to be isolated from people. I now survive on wearing pampers because I fear I might stain myself unprovoked anywhere, so I rather not go out. I have also not been working. I cannot risk selling outside,” she said.
The lived experiences of Sumaya and Vida rather mirror the social toll of many untold stories.
“It is disheartening that after the pain of child birth, women are subjected to another pain in the form of humiliation and abandonment. And it’s always sad as they are always neglected,” Director of Safe Child Advocacy Reverend Sister Olivia Umoh said.
Many are wallowing in depression and anxiety
In severe instances, wives are made to believe the condition is a curse and a punishment for infidelity.
Obstetric Fistula Surgeon, Dr Baffour Opoku, with enough exposure to treatment of such cases especially from rural Ghana, reveals that the stigma is pervasive, yet true burdens of fistula on victims are hidden.
He decried the limited research.
“It’s still hard to actually ascertain the burden of disease, including how many women actually are suffering from obstetric fistula. The stigma associated puts them into hiding, so no social support. In some places, they are put in witch camps and specialist and authorities can’t assess them.
“About 90% do not get the babies for which they went through the obstructed labor problem. And if left untreated for long, develop urine dermatitis, contractures and nerve damages. Most of the husbands run away, and they end up being dependent on their immediate relatives,” he said.
The Hope of Treatment
Obstetric fistula is preventable and treatable.
The World Health Organization confirms that surgical repair of an obstetric fistula has a 90% success rate in simple cases, and a 60% success rate in complex situations.
The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) campaign to end obstetric fistula by 2030 also promises free obstetric care in Ghana’s major hospitals, for which Vida and Sumaya are banking their hopes on to reclaim their lives to normalcy.
The broader challenge now remains; preventing new cases and increasing outreach to the already affected.
With access to skilled surgeons and social interventions for the underprivileged, women can reclaim their lives.
Obstetric Fistula Surgeon, Dr Baffour Opoku is encouraging early intervention.
He asserts that first surgical repair is critical, as scar tissue from failed surgeries will make subsequent attempts tougher.
“Not every surgeon has the skill to treat fistulas. For complex cases, patients need extremely experienced surgeons to treat them. Early intervention is important. However, the first repair is always the best repair. If the first repair is unsuccessful, subsequent surgeries become more difficult,” he reveals.
Renewed Call to Action
Obstetric fistula is to be more than a medical condition; its intricacies involve human rights, functioning social systems and better health care systems.
Breaking the cycle of stigma and misconception is a step to a sound treatment for the affected.
Sumaya is now an advocate, urging women suffering in silence to seek help.
“Don’t stay home and think it’s not treatable. It’s treatable and with a specialized doctor you will get your normal life back. Women suffering from this condition should remain patient and steadfast. And they should seek help even if they are poor,” she said.
The urge for extensive awareness has become pertinent as society wallows in misunderstanding and lack of alertness for Obstetric Fistula.
Dela Bright Gle of UN Population Fund says heightened education and awareness will dismantle controversies.
She is encouraging partnerships that utilize resources, social support systems and infrastructure provision to prevent, reintegrate, and repair the anomaly in struggling societies.
“When something is shrouded in mystery, it stirs up a lot of controversies, myths, and misconceptions about what it is. When people know what it is, then they would understand that it’s just one of those morbidities that can be treatable and fully eradicated.
“It is not yet covered by the national health insurance package but if partners routinize the repairs and we have more repairs, increasing from 60 a year to 200 to even 2,000 a year we will solve the situation,” she said.
Director of Safe Child Advocacy, Reverend Sister Olivia Umoh believes there should be a national and institutional policies to address the situations.
“These people should be supported by their immediate families. The burden also lies with civil societies, non-profit social organization and the government. Hospitals can set up specific units to tackle women suffering from fistula. This provides a well concentrated approach to tackling the situation head-on. The national health insurance scheme can further its coverage to these vulnerable groups” she said.
The phenomena of obstetric fistula is a national issue, yet neglected at the detriment of victims.
Mothers, wives and young women, want to live happy lives during and after child birth.
The duty falls on all.
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The organisers of the annual Telecel Ghana Awards (TGMA), last Friday honoured the former Editor of Graphic , Nanabayin Dadson with TGMA Titan Award at the TGMA Industry Mixer held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra.
The former Editor was instrumental in helping establish the awards, serving as a creative director and directing the show multiple times, and his contributions to promoting Ghanaian arts and music have been invaluable.
Presenting the award, Theresa Ayoade, CEO of Charterhouse, organisers of Ghana Awards, said, “I remember about 25 years ago that we started this journey of Ghana Awards, was one of the people with the most powerful pen in the arts.”
She stated that Nanabanyin Dadson wore many hats, including creative director, where he directed the show multiple times.
“He also directed the show at least five or six times. He was a writer, Deputy Editor and also a creative genius. His accolades are far more than what people know, and he is very dear to our hearts,” she stated.
Upon receiving the honour, Mr. Dadson expressed his surprise and gratitude, saying, “I’m used to writing, so when it comes to speaking, I am dumbfounded. This evening, I’m even more dumbfounded because I wasn’t expecting this.”
His impact extended beyond newspapers. His works have appeared in West Africa Magazine, African Concord, Africa Asia and even the Torino Film Festival Magazine. His name is cited in Manthia Diawara’s academic work, African Cinema, Politics and Culture – a testament to the weight his commentary carried.
Accra, June 10, GNA – Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has taken office as Chairperson of the Police Council, pledging to lead it with transparency, inclusivity, and a deep respect for the rule of law.
The Police Council, established by the 1992 Constitution, advises the President on internal security, including services role, budgeting, finance, administration, and promotions of police officers above the rank of Assistant Commissioner of Police.
It also has the power to make regulations with the President’s prior approval, for the effective administration of the Police Service.
The inauguration of the 10-member Police Council was performed by President John Dramani Mahama at the Presidency in Accra.
“I’m deeply honoured to accept the responsibility entrusted to me as Chairperson of the Police Council,” the Vice-President said.
She, on behalf of the Council members, expressed gratitude to President Mahama for the confidence reposed in them.
“I accept this role not as a privilege, but as a solemn duty to the people of our nation, and to the men and women of integrity who serve in our police service.”
She said the inauguration was taking place at a time that demanded a resetting of the police service, with a focus on principled leadership, clear vision, and an unwavering commitment to justice, equity, and to public service.
“The work of the Police Council is not ceremonial. This is a moral and strategic compass meant to guide the integrity, professionalism, and transformation of our law enforcement institutions. This responsibility is a serious one,” she said.
The Vice President noted that the Council’s decisions would impact the safety of citizens, the morale of officers, and the trust between law enforcement and the public.
She said the Council Members would work to ensure that the nation’s Police Service was empowered, well-trained, accountable and well-equipped to meet the evolving challenges of modern democratic policing.
“We must promote a culture where the uniform is a symbol of honour, not fear. We must work to foster trust between the police and the communities they serve, emphasizing community policing, human rights, and no tolerance to the abuse of power,” the Vice President said.
“Discipline within the service will be firm and fair, and every officer will be held to the highest standard of conduct.”
The Vice President said the police service was the front line of national security and the face of justice in the communities.
She noted that the Police Service deserved leadership that would support its mission to serve and protect.
Vice President Opoku-Agyemang said undue delays in promotions, unfair treatment and discrimination, as well as unjustified grievances in the Police Service, would be put under scrutiny as part of their resetting agenda.
“To the citizens of our country, we serve you. Your safety, your rights, and your confidence in our police service will always be at the centre of our work,” she said.
“I trust that all of us will contribute to building a safer, fairer, and a more just Ghana.”
To her fellow Council Members, the Vice President said: “let us be united in purpose and bound by duty”.
She said the path ahead might be challenging, but she was confident that with resolve, integrity, and collective wisdom, they would rise to the occasion as expected by the President.
Guinness Ghana is redefining the night with a fresh wave of culturally immersive experiences led by its iconic brands Johnnie Walker and Don Julio.
From curated rooftop gatherings to high-energy creative takeovers, these premium brands are tapping into Ghana’s vibrant nightlife with intentionality, craft, and style.
Rooted in a deep understanding of contemporary culture, Guinness Ghana is creating spaces where taste meets experience and where every moment celebrates the bold spirit of the Ghanaian consumer.
“Ghana’s nightlife scene is evolving and at Guinness Ghana, we’re proud to be at the heart of that evolution. Today’s consumers want more depth and energy. They want to feel something. They seek meaningful connections with people, with spaces, with brands that understand their rhythm,” said Abena Chrappah, Senior Brand Manager, International Premium Spirits & Reserve Brands, Guinness Ghana Breweries PLC (Diageo) Guinness Ghana.
At the core of this movement are two distinct philosophies, one of progress, the other of purpose.
Johnnie Walker, with its iconic Keep Walking ethos, has always been about momentum. It speaks to a generation that’s moving forward ambitiously, creatively, and unapologetically.
That same spirit is now finding expression in nightlife experiences that champion movement in all forms. Every activation is a message: we see you, and we are walking with you.
Don Julio, by contrast, brings a legacy of craft rooted in heritage, but never stuck in the past. Born from Don Julio González’s belief in doing things differently, the brand now channels that same mindset into intimate, elevated spaces. Think rooftop tastings infused with local culinary flair, tequila masterclasses that feel more like storytelling circles, or collaborations with modern creatives who embody the spirit of authenticity.
The magic lies in the detail. These are more than branded events, they are immersive cultural touchpoints.
Both brands are working closely with curators, mixologists, stylists, musicians, and visual artists across the continent to build experiences that reflect local nuance while delivering global sophistication. From custom cocktails to co-branded visuals and heritage-inspired design, everything is considered.
This is the new language of nightlife. One where brand meets culture, and where spirits meet the spirit of the people.
Johnnie Walker and Don Julio are being felt. In the music, in the design, in the energy of a crowd that knows when something is real. These are brands that understand their role isn’t to take over the room, but to elevate the moment for the people in it. Because when culture leads, the right brands don’t follow, they walk beside it. Or in Don Julio’s case, pour into it with purpose.
A political aide to former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Kofi Tonto has waded in on brouhaha regarding the former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta.
According to Kofi Tonto, Ken Ofori-Atta must be dealt with if found to have committed a crime.
Kofi Tonto is quoted by Metro TV, to have stated, “If Ken Ofori-Atta has committed a crime, he must be dealt with just like any other Ghanaian cited in corrupt practices”.
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The government of Ghana will officially roll out its 24-hour economy initiative on July 1, 2025, with the Tema and Takoradi ports designated as round-the-clock operational hubs. This was announced by President John Dramani Mahama during his speech at the Ghana Horticulture Expo on June 11, 2025.
President Mahama emphasized that the initiative is part of a broader strategy to unlock Ghana’s economic potential, particularly in critical sectors such as agribusiness, logistics, and exports.
“We are implementing a game-changing strategy to unlock Ghana’s production potential across all sectors. From July 1, the 24-hour Economy policy will go into full operation,” he stated.
Key Objectives of the 24-Hour Economy Policy:
• Increase productivity and revenue by enabling continuous economic activity.
• Support agribusiness and exports, especially perishable products like pineapples, herbs, and vegetables.
• Improve logistics and processing efficiency from farm to market.
• Minimise post-harvest losses and increase the value of exports.
The President said that government ministries—including Trade, Industry, Agri-business, and Transport—are working with agencies such as the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA), and the Ghana Shippers’ Council to ensure effective 24-hour operations at both ports.
This policy is expected to boost international competitiveness, particularly in the horticulture sector, by enabling faster export processing and delivery.
President John Dramani Mahama has urged exporters, farmers, and the youth to take decisive action in advancing Ghana’s productive economy, stressing that “the time is now” for the country to embrace growth and renewal as part of its vision.
Speaking at the 2025 Horticulture Expo held at Tafo in the Eastern region, he said, “The time is now. We are not starting from zero; we are building on the dreams of generations.”
He reminded the nation of the words of Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, who said, “Seek ye first the political kingdom.” According to President Mahama, it is time to “seek ye first the productive economy.”
He emphasised the importance of agriculture and youth empowerment in driving this economic transformation.
“To our farmers, you are the backbone of this renewal. To our youth, you are the heartbeat of our ambition,” he said.
He also assured the international community that “Ghana is open for business,” describing the country as “green, export-ready, and growing with purpose.”
President Mahama called for unity and partnership, stating that with “hope, confidence, and a renewed spirit of partnership,” Ghana is ready to open a new chapter of sustainable development.
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CEO of Lynx Entertainment, Richie Mensah, has rejected the notion that artistes should remain with a record label indefinitely.
Speaking in an interview with Joy Prime on June 10, 2025, Richie explained how contracts between record labels and artistes typically operate.
He noted that once a label helps an artiste reach a level where they can manage their career independently, it’s natural for them to consider moving on.
“First of all, it would be selfish to say an artiste shouldn’t leave. The way a label-artiste contract works is that you bring someone on board, support them, and help them grow to a point where they can handle things on their own,” he said.
Richie continued, “At that stage, they don’t need as much support as they did in the beginning, so it’s up to them whether to continue with that support system or find their own path.”
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Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Eric Edem Agbana
The Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Eric Edem Agbana, has urged the Ghana Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) to call off their ongoing strike and resume work, citing the impact on lives and the essential nature of their services.
The strike, driven by demands for improved conditions of service, has disrupted healthcare delivery across the country, prompting the MP to appeal for a return to negotiations.
Speaking in an interview on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, Edem Agbana acknowledged the nurses’ legitimate grievances but emphasized the moral imperative to prioritize patient care.
He also called on the government, particularly the Ministry of Health, to act in good faith and expedite resolutions once the strike is called off.
The MP highlighted the new government’s five-month tenure, noting that inherited challenges require collaborative solutions rather than prolonged disputes.
“As a representative of the people, I will add my voice to all Ghanaians who are pleading with the nurses to rescind their decision and resume work, even as they return to the negotiation table. It is difficult. I understand them. I understand their challenges. I understand the difficulties that workers, not just nurses, endure in their conditions of service. We all want to see better conditions of service. In fact, even we parliamentarians, you know, we have always advocated for better conditions of service. So, if nurses, teachers, or any group of workers are asking for improved conditions of service, I think it is within their rights.
“But we want to plead with them—their job constitutes what we call essential services, and with their current strike action, lives have been affected. So, on moral grounds, we are pleading with them. I would like to plead with nurses and midwives across the country to resume work as we finalize issues regarding their conditions of service at the negotiation table. I also want to appeal to the government, especially the Ministry of Health and all stakeholders, that when the nurses act in good faith and call off the strike, we should also act in good faith and expedite action to resolve their challenges,” he stated.
The MP further proposed that unresolved demands could be addressed in the mid-year budget, urging both parties to avoid accusations and focus on dialogue. He suggested involving stakeholders like the Peace Council, Christian Council, House of Chiefs, and Council of State to facilitate negotiations.
“I always say that the door to negotiation is never shut. You can always find a window of opportunity. Yes, the budget has been approved, but there will be a mid-year budget. So, if we get to the table and agree that, indeed, demands a, b, c, and d can be met, and there is firm assurance that in the mid-year budget—there is firm commitment that in the mid-year budget—some of these things will be introduced, I believe, I have every reason to believe, that nurses will understand.
“… If Madam Perpetual is listening to me, I am pleading with her and her executives that we are begging them—drop your arsenals, return to the negotiation table, and let’s find common ground. If it means involving other stakeholders—Peace Council, Christian Council, or other key stakeholders, some chiefs, the House of Chiefs—if it means involving even some members of the Council of State, we are pleading with them,” he stated.
The MP appealed directly to GRNMA President Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo and her executives, emphasizing the value of human lives and the need to avoid prolonging the strike.
He expressed confidence that a common ground could be found through dialogue, urging nurses to return to healthcare facilities while negotiations continue.
Members of the CIMG visit Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah
The President and Chairman of the Governing Council of the Chartered Institute of Marketing, Ghana (CIMG), Michael Abbiw, has reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to partnering with the government to accelerate Ghana’s economic transformation through strategic marketing.
This pledge was made during a high-level engagement with the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, whose leadership continues to drive impactful partnerships across sectors.
He lauded the Chief of Staff for the successful execution of the Kwahu Business Forum, a platform that empowers indigenous businesses and promotes entrepreneurship.
Abbiw proposed that this initiative be replicated across all 16 regions, ultimately transforming it into a globally recognised platform for showcasing Ghanaian enterprise.
He also introduced two major research-led initiatives, the Regional Brand Index and the Consumer Survey Index, both designed to measure customer satisfaction and promote regional and national branding strategies.
These indices, according to Abbiw, would provide data-driven insights to inform policy and marketing strategies at the national level.
As part of the visit, the President of CIMG extended a formal invitation to the Chief of Staff to grace two upcoming flagship events, the African Marketing Confederation (AMC) Conference scheduled for August 20–22, 2025 at Labadi Beach Hotel, and the National Sales Leaders Conference (NSLC) to be held from August 19–21 at the Accra International Conference Centre.
In Response, the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, expressed appreciation to the CIMG’s proactive engagement to support the government initiatives.
He welcomed CIMG’s offer of collaboration and expressed the President’s willingness to support efforts that would position Ghana as a preferred conference destination within Africa.
On the issue of professional development, the Chief of Staff commended CIMG’s introduction of professional marketing qualifications, noting that localising the curriculum makes it more accessible and relevant for Ghanaian professionals.
According to him, this approach helps to reduce reliance on foreign exchange, making certification more accessible to a wider group of professionals. He welcomed CIMG’s involvement in the Brand Ghana Agenda and invited the Institute to submit a formal proposal on how it can support the government in that regard.
The Chief of Staff further endorsed the Regional Brand Index as a critical national tool and expressed interest in partnering with CIMG to roll out the 2025 edition.
He also encouraged the Institute to support the Accelerated Export Development Programme and announced that preparations were underway to organise Ghana trade fairs in some countries aimed at promoting Made-in-Ghana products.
He called for CIMG’s active involvement to help maximise the impact of these events.
He applauded CIMG for its introduction of locally contextualised professional marketing qualifications, describing them as a significant shift from foreign-based certification models.
The Presidential Advisor, Seth Terkper, provided additional strategic direction, urging CIMG to work closely with key ministries such as Trade, Agriculture, and Information, in addition to its supervising ministry, the Ministry of Education. He described the Institute’s role as cross-cutting and highlighted the importance of marketing to sectors that directly impact the economy.
He also reiterated the government’s commitment to making Accra a regional conference hub and encouraged CIMG to align its programs with that vision.
Terkper added that the Institute could design initiatives that harness the potential of marketing graduates, ensuring they are adequately prepared to contribute to national development immediately after completing school.
The engagement ended with the government tasking CIMG to address three major national challenges. The first is to develop a roadmap for transforming the Kwahu Business Forum into an international brand that attracts global participation.
The second is to propose a comprehensive strategy for advancing the Brand Ghana Agenda through CIMG’s independent professional expertise. The third is to design training programs for public sector officials and political appointees in areas such as communication, branding, and political marketing.
Abbiw expressed optimism about the future of the partnership and reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to working closely with national leadership to build a resilient, inclusive economy.
He extended gratitude to the Chief of Staff, the President of the Republic, and all stakeholders working to create a better Ghana, adding that CIMG remains committed to contributing its quota to national development through professional marketing.
Carlo Ancelotti (in black suit) congratulating Vinicius Jr (in yellow jersey) after the game
Real Madrid winger Vinicius Jr’s goal that aided Brazil to beat Paraguay 1-0 on June 11, 2025, has qualified the team for the 2026 World Cup.
Vinicius netted from close range in the second half following a brilliant pass from Matheus Cunha to give The Selecao victory and propel them to the Mundial.
It is the first game and win for former Real Madrid manager Carlo Ancelotti, who took over the Brazilian team in 2025 after he exited the Spanish club.
Speaking after the game, the Brazilian attacker urged his compatriots and fans to celebrate as the team has secured qualification despite their struggles.
“We needed to win and qualify for the World Cup. Now it’s time to celebrate qualifying,” he said, as reported by the BBC.
Vinicius noted that the win will give Ancelotti enough time to work on the team and fix the problems ahead of the tournament to get a positive result.
“Now the coach will have more time to work. Of course, today wasn’t one of our best performances, but the important thing is always to win,” he added.
The estranged husband of Nigerian media personality, Toke Makinwa, Maje Ayida has opened up about battling depression after their much publicized divorce.
New Telegraph recalls that Maje Ayida and Toke Makinwa got married in 2014, but their marriage hit the rocks in 2016.
Over nine years after their divorce, Maje, while testifying in a United Kingdom (UK) Church, said the divorce situation made him ashamed, and he withdrew from society.
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has warned the Minister for Foreign Affairs that he could issue a warrant of arrest if the minister continues to disregard parliamentary summons.
The Speaker’s warning came after a heated exchange in Parliament yesterday, following the unexplained absence of the Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, who was scheduled to appear before the House to respond to urgent questions.
Veteran Ghanaian actor and musician, Agya Koo, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to complete creative arts infrastructure projects that were initiated by former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.
In a heartfelt message posted on his X (formerly Twitter) page, Agya Koo commended President Mahama for showing interest in the development of Ghana’s arts and culture sector. He urged the President to continue and complete the projects, which he believes will significantly benefit artists and help preserve the country’s cultural identity.
“Hello Mr. President John Mahama, I am writing to express my appreciation for the importance of arts and culture in Ghana’s development,” he wrote. “As an actor and musician, I humbly request that you consider continuing the creative art buildings initiated by the previous administration led by @NAkufoAddo. These projects have the potential to promote Ghana’s cultural heritage and support local artists. Let’s help keep Ghana’s creative spirit alive.
Agya Koo stressed that completing these initiatives would provide valuable support for local talent, creating opportunities and helping the creative industry thrive. He believes investing in the sector is key to preserving Ghana’s rich cultural legacy and boosting the economy through arts and entertainment.
His appeal has sparked conversations online, with many in the creative arts community backing his call for continuity and support for the industry’s development.
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that the Tema and Takoradi ports will soon be declared 24-hour operational ports, as part of his administration’s bold 24-hour economy initiative aimed at boosting productivity, efficiency, and national growth.
The move is expected to significantly enhance Ghana’s trade and logistics capacity by enabling continuous port operations, minimising delays, and attracting increased investment.
Speaking at the 2025 Horticulture Expo, President Mahama explained that the transition to round-the-clock port operations is being implemented in close collaboration with key public institutions.
“I am pleased to inform you that the Ministry of Trade and Agriculture Business and Industry, together with the Ministry of Transport, are working in collaboration with the Ghana Revenue Authority, the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority, the Ghana Shippers’ Council, and other key stakeholders to soon declare the Tema and Takoradi ports as 24-hour operational ports,” he stated.
He clarified that the initiative is not merely about extending work hours but about creating the full infrastructure to support uninterrupted economic activity.
“It will involve building the necessary infrastructure, improving energy supply, enhancing security, strengthening transport networks, and developing digital platforms to enable continuous agricultural and industrial activities,” President Mahama added.
He described the initiative as “a strategy of hope rooted in efficiency and skill,” stressing its potential to reposition Ghana as a leading trade hub in the West African sub-region.
The 24-hour economy policy is one of the Mahama administration’s flagship programmes under the RESET Agenda, which aims to reengineer key sectors for sustainable national development.
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The Supreme Court has set aside the conviction of the Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Ernest Yaw Kumi, by a Koforidua High Court for contempt of court, after he flouted an injunction issued by the court.
The apex court in a 4:1 majority decision has also prohibited the trial judge, Justice Emmanuel Senyo Amedahe from sentencing the MP.
The MP was before the court contesting the decision of the High Court to convict him for contempt of court and subsequently issued a warrant for his arrest.
He had argued that the trial court breached the rule of natural justice by not hearing an interlocutory application filed by his lawyers prior to the court finding him guilty of contempt.
The decision of the Supreme Court essentially means Mr. Kumi was not in contempt of court and therefore should not be sentenced for same.
However, the court in a unanimous decision dismissed a request by the MP that the Petition filed by Henry Boakye Yiadom, challenging his election in the absence of the Gazette Notification of the Parliamentary Election is incompetent as same did not properly invoke the jurisdiction of the High Court.
By this decision, the parties will go back to the High Court in Koforidua to contest the election but the matter would be determined by a different judge following the prohibition of Justice Amedahe by the Supreme Court.
Nigerian chess champion and founder of Chess in Slums Africa, Tunde Onakoya, has declared that his recent meeting with President Bola Tinubu was solely about empowering the youth, rather than a matter of political affiliation, as speculated by his critics.
Onakoya, who the City of New York recently recognised after achieving a Guinness World Record, clarified that receiving acknowledgement from Nigeria’s highest office is neither a wrongdoing nor a political endorsement.
Youth advocate and entrepreneur, Akosua Asaa Manu commonly referred to as Kozie has appealed to Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, to intervene in what she describes as the unjust treatment and public humiliation the Chief Justice, Justice Gertrude Torkornoo who has been suspended.
In an Open Letter, she expressed concern over the processes that led to the Chief Justice’s suspension by President John Dramani Mahama, and what she termed ‘a deliberate and concerted effort to not only remove Justice Torkornoo, but also subject her to the highest possible form of public ridicule.’
“What began as scrutiny has swiftly transformed into a siege, and our democracy suffers alongside its distinguished daughter,” she wrote.
The open letter, titled “When Scrutiny Turns Into Siege,” pays tribute to the Vice President’s legacy as a trailblazer in Ghana’s academic and political history and calls on her to use her moral authority to defend the dignity of the Chief Justice and the judicial institution.
“You are the icon who ascended to Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast… In unlocking this door, you reminded us with those poignant words: ‘What really matters is not first to come through the door, what matters is holding the door open for those behind to enter.’”
Kozie invoked the history of female leadership in Ghana’s judiciary and pointed to former Chief Justices Georgina Wood and Sophia Akuffo, as part of a legacy now under threat.
“Why then is Justice Torkornoo not merely being pushed out, but also being bruised and embarrassed on her way out?” the letter queried.
She also raised concerns about the methods used by state investigative agencies, alleging that the Chief Justice has endured “random searches, the seizure of mobile devices, home invasions, and synchronized media trials. These, she argued, are inconsistent with the ideals of fairness and respect for constitutional officeholders.
Akosua Manu, who contested the 2024 Parliamentary election in the Adentan constituency on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) stressed that her appeal was not to shield any official from accountability but to protect the dignity of Ghana’s institutions.
“Justice must not be sacrificed on the altar of vendetta. Justice must not only be done but must be seen to be done,” she cautioned.
She also referred to a recent statement by the Majority Leader in Parliament, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, indicating the government’s intention to introduce legislation outlining clear procedures for removing a Chief Justice. Manu described this as “an admission that the present process is flawed.”
Kozie called on the Vice President to stand up for institutional integrity and Ghana’s promise of justice and demanded, “Will you rise not just as Vice President, but as a woman who knows what it means to lead against the odds.
Your Excellency, I trust this letter finds you well. News of your return home has brought a welcome sense of refreshment to a national and political landscape that can often feel overly toxic and cynical.
During your time away, my thoughts often returned to the cheerful words of encouragement you shared with me years ago. While I’m discreet about making your specific words public, anyone who has engaged with you would recognise your unwavering belief in the competence and depth of the Ghanaian woman.
It is for one such daughter, sister, and mother that I write to you today.
As you are aware, His Excellency, President John Dramani Mahama, has acted on petitions seeking the removal of Chief Justice Her Ladyship Gertrude Torkornoo. Subsequently, acting on the non-binding advice of the Council of State, the President has suspended the Chief Justice pending the determination of these petitions. Beyond this, the distinguished Chief Justice has endured egregious ill-treatment by investigative agencies, experiencing a denial and maligning of her rights in ways unprecedented for her high office.
Any observer not exercising extreme restraint can only conclude that there is a deliberate and concerted effort not only to remove Madam Torkornoo but also to subject her to the highest possible form of public ridicule.
What began as scrutiny has swiftly transformed into a siege, and our democracy suffers alongside its distinguished daughter.
I address you, Madam Vice President, because I know you. I know you just as every woman and young girl in this country does.
You are the icon who ascended to Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, the just and fair woman who now occupies an office never before held by another woman.
For all our strides, there has always been a ceiling to shatter or a locked door to open.
In unlocking this door, you reminded us with those poignant words: “What really matters is not first to come through the door, what matters is holding the door open for those behind to enter.”
When you spoke those words, you addressed not only the Ghanaian women of the future but also acknowledged the women who came before you, knocking on that very door.
Women like Justice Georgina Wood, our first female Chief Justice. She, too, like yourself, believed that merely entering was insufficient; her duty was to hold the door open for those who followed.
And indeed, she held it beautifully, enabling Justice Sophia Akuffo’s elegant entrance in 2017.
In that beautiful moment in 2023, Chief Justice Torkornoo was sworn in. Why, then, is she not merely being pushed out, but also being bruised and embarrassed on her way out?
I am not oblivious to the political, social, and legal undertones of this pursuit. It is not lost on me that pre-election commentary indicated Madam Esaaba’s position was under threat following the NDC’s victory.
What was not said was that she would be robbed of her dignity. It is this dignity that I implore you to intervene and restore.
Dear Madam Vice President, help restore it by entreating the President and his administration to cease the violation of the Chief Justice’s rights.
The random searches, the seizure of mobile devices, the home invasions, and the synchronised media trials must end.
The tone and tactics being employed to discredit and oust the Chief Justice send a deeply concerning signal in the year Ghana celebrates its first female Vice President.
While we may hold differing views on the perceived frivolity of the petitions, it is crucial to understand that this is not about shielding any official from accountability.
It is about safeguarding the dignity of our institutions and the message we convey to every Ghanaian girl with dreams. Madam Vice-President, during your unveiling as then-Flagbearer Mahama’s running mate, he emphasised that you bring integrity and truth to the ticket, providing a necessary balance.
It is for this reason that I write today, urging you to use your moral leadership to rise above the fray and call this nation back to its better self.
Justice must not be sacrificed on the altar of vendetta. Justice must not only be done but must be seen to be done.
The Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, has indicated the government’s intent to table legislation on the processes to remove a Chief Justice(click here).
This, in itself, is an admission that the present process is flawed and that any well-meaning Ghanaian should not pursue this current means to remove the Chief Justice.
Madam Vice-President, this nation has always been brimming with promise. That promise propelled us to independence.
That promise saw us through the tense moments of the 2024 election.
Indeed, that promise safeguarded and facilitated your ascendancy to the Vice-Presidency.
That promise, reflecting in your journey, is more than personal; it symbolises Ghana’s progress.
Will you stand by as that promise is battered, just as Justice Torkornoo is being battered?
Will you allow purveyors of injustice to tarnish Ghana’s reputation and its institutions, or will you rise not just as Vice-President, but as a woman who knows what it means to lead against the odds?
Madam Vice-President, your voice carries immense weight. Use it, not just for the Chief Justice, but for justice itself.
(Ecofin Agency) – • MTN, Telecel, and AT to invest $150 million in network improvements by end-2025 • Move follows public complaints and government pressure to improve service quality • Internet quality in Ghana ranked 98th out of 120 countries in 2024 index
MTN, Telecel, and AT (formerly AirtelTigo), Ghana’s main telecom operators, have pledged to invest around $150 million to upgrade their networks by the end of 2025. This was announced on June 10, by Samuel Nartey George, Minister of Communication, Digital Technologies, and Innovation, during a press conference held with the CEOs of the involved companies.
The investment commitment comes in response to rising consumer frustration, often shared on social media, regarding the poor quality of telecom services. Although the National Communications Authority (NCA) has not confirmed these complaints in recent reports, international data paints a different picture. According to the “Digital Quality of Life Index 2024” by Lithuanian tech company Surfshark, Ghana ranked 98th out of 120 countries for internet quality, with a score of 0.06, falling 12 places from its 2023 ranking.
Surfshark defines internet quality based on the speed and stability of a nation’s connection, as well as how these metrics improve over time. According to the company, slow and unstable internet reduces productivity and everyday efficiency, while fast and stable connections enable better communication and content delivery.
The government’s push seems to have influenced the operators’ decision, although the exact nature of the investments has not been disclosed. To ensure accountability, the Ministry announced that the NCA would carry out a full assessment of service quality in the final quarter of 2025. Sanctions may be applied to operators that fail to meet the required standards.
Ernest Kumi’s status as MP for Akwatia has been reaffirmed by the Supreme Court
The Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Akwatia, Ernest Kumi.
The MP was convicted of contempt of court by a High Court in Koforidua in the Eastern Region.
However, the MP filed an application for the apex court to set aside the contempt conviction handed to him by the Koforidua High Court and to quash an interim injunction that bars him from acting as the elected representative of the constituency.
He also wanted the Supreme Court to prohibit the judge who convicted him, Justice Emmanuel Seny, from proceeding with sentencing.
The court, on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, by a 4–1 majority, granted the MP’s applications.
The court quashed the contempt application and the ruling of the High Court, and all the proceedings on it.
This implies that the Akwatia legislator is no longer barred from holding himself out as a Member of Parliament.
The court also ruled that Justice Emmanuel Seny should no longer sit on the case.
Background:
A Koforidua High Court issued a bench warrant for Ernest Yaw Kumi, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Akwatia in the Eastern Region, after convicting him of contempt of court.
According to multiple reports, the bench warrant was issued after Kumi failed to appear in court.
The MP had disobeyed an interim injunction issued on January 7, 2025, which barred him from being sworn in and admitted as the Member of Parliament-elect for the Akwatia Constituency due to an ongoing legal dispute over his election.
Despite the court order, Kumi presented himself in Parliament and was sworn in on January 7, 2025.
Presiding judge, Justice Senyo Amedahe, ruled that the convict had consistently failed to appear in court throughout the contempt case.
He also dismissed a letter from the Minority Caucus, which argued that the MP was occupied with parliamentary duties and, therefore, could not attend court sessions.
The judge rejected the letter, stating that accepting it would contradict his ruling.
Linda Akeley Ocloo, Greater Accra Regional Minister presenting the award to Ida Appiah, FirstBank Head, Credit Analysis & Processing. Looking on is Enoch Vanderpuye, CTL, Mkt. & Corp Comms.
FirstBank Ghana has been recognized for its commitment to innovation and excellence in the banking sector, receiving the prestigious Innovative Bank of the Year award at the 8th edition of the Ghana-West Africa Business Excellence Awards.
The event, held at the luxurious Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel, celebrated the resilience and achievements of businesses across the region, bringing together influential leaders, industry experts, and key stakeholders to acknowledge their contributions to the economic development of Ghana and West Africa.
The award was presented by Linda Akweley Ocloo, the Greater Accra Regional Minister and Member of Parliament for Shai Osudoku. Representing FirstBank at the ceremony were Ida Appiah, Head of Credit Analysis and Processing, and Enoch Vanderpuye, Country Team Lead for Marketing and Corporate Communications, who proudly accepted the award on behalf of the bank.
In total, approximately 40 organizations and individuals were honored for their significant roles in advancing various sectors across Ghana and the wider West African region, highlighting the importance of innovation, sustainability, and corporate social responsibility in today’s dynamic business environment.
FirstBank’s recognition as the Innovative Bank of the Year underscores its dedication to leveraging technology and innovation to enhance customer experiences. The Bank has undertaken a series of strategic initiatives aimed at transforming the banking landscape in Ghana.
These initiatives include upgrading to the Finacle 11.x Core Banking Application for improved operational stability, deploying intelligent cabling for enhanced network connectivity, and implementing comprehensive security measures such as multifactor authentication and advanced transaction monitoring to safeguard customer data.
Additionally, FirstBank is focused on providing seamless digital services and plans to introduce new digital products and services, including mobile banking enhancements and AI-driven financial advisory services, to further improve customer convenience and engagement.
Victor Yaw Asante, Managing Director and CEO of FirstBank, expressed his gratitude for the recognition, stating, “This award is a demonstration to our steadfast commitment to innovation and excellence in banking. At FirstBank, we believe that by harnessing technology, we can empower our customers and provide them with unparalleled financial services. We are dedicated to continuing our journey of transformation and look forward to leading the way in Ghana’s digital banking revolution.”
The Ghana-West Africa Business Excellence Awards, organized by KN Unique Communications and endorsed by the West Africa Chamber of Commerce and Industry & Strategic Accountancy Africa, serves as a platform to celebrate the outstanding achievements of businesses that are driving growth and development in the region. FirstBank remains committed to its mission of providing best-in-class financial services while fostering a culture of innovation and resilience in the face of evolving market dynamics.
Ghanaian artiste Epixode is sounding the alarm on what he sees as Dancehall’s slow but steady slide from prominence at home and globally.
In an interview with Okay FM’s Nana Romeo, Epixode pulled no punches as he broke down the genre’s fading influence, tracing its downturn to a mix of cultural disconnection, miscommunication with fans, and brand image problems that have made corporate support elusive.
Akosua Asaa Manu, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 Parliamentary Candidate for Adentan, has challenged Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang to take a stand against what she calls a threat to Ghana’s institutional integrity and international reputation.
Her remarks come in the wake of the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, which she believes is being handled in a manner that discredits the judiciary.
Kaba and slit is one of the most iconic traditional outfits in West Africa, particularly in Ghana. With the evolution of fashion, modern women now embrace Ankara-inspired kaba and slit styles that blend tradition with trend. These styles are elegant, bold, and perfect for various occasions including weddings, church, family gatherings, and festivals.
1. Off-Shoulder Kaba with High Slit Skirt:
This style adds a touch of sophistication and modern flair. The off-shoulder design highlights the neckline while the thigh-high slit brings in a youthful edge. Perfect for formal events or traditional weddings.
2. Peplum Kaba with Fishtail Slit:
A peplum top flatters the waistline and adds volume to the hips, while a fishtail slit skirt gives a dramatic and graceful silhouette. This look is ideal for stylish women who want elegance with a fashionable twist.
3. One-Shoulder Kaba with Layered Slit Skirt:
Unique and eye-catching, the one-shoulder design adds a modern twist. Pair with a skirt that has layered or ruffled details to bring movement and glamour to the outfit.
4. Puff Sleeve Kaba with Matching Slit:
Puff sleeves are trendy and dramatic, giving the outfit a bold statement. A well-fitted slit skirt balances the volume, creating a classy and powerful look.
5. Mixed Fabric Designs:
Combine Ankara with lace, chiffon, or satin to add texture and depth. This mix allows you to stay rooted in tradition while embracing contemporary fashion.
6. Crop Top Kaba with High Waist Slit Skirt:
For younger women or fashion-forward ladies, a crop top kaba with a high-waist slit skirt offers a chic, trendy look perfect for parties or special occasions.
Ankara kaba and slit styles continue to evolve, allowing modern women to celebrate culture while staying fashionable and confident.
Award-winning television presenter, Judith Afia Pinamang, has officially joined Multimedia giant Adom TV, marking a significant step in her flourishing media career.
Her move signals an exciting new chapter in a journey that has earned her a place among the most celebrated female personalities on Ghanaian television.
Afia Pinamang brings with her years of experience and a magnetic screen presence, making her well-positioned to connect with a wide and diverse audience.
Beyond her on-screen glamour, Afia Pinamang is grounded in strong academic credentials. She holds a Bachelor of Education in Basic Education and an MPhil in Akan from the University of Cape Coast.
Prior to joining Adom TV, she was a prominent figure at Angel Broadcasting Network, where she gained national recognition and amassed several accolades for her exceptional work.
Since launching her broadcasting career in 2019, Afia has been the recipient of multiple prestigious awards. These include Television Discovery of the Yearat the RTP Awards (2020 and 2021), Outstanding Woman Television Personalityat both the GOWA and Global Women Leadership Awards, and Best Fashion Icon at the Time Ghana Arts and Entertainment Awards.
Her magnetic presence also earned her Woman of the Yearat the Ghana Media and Entrepreneurship Awards, Best Female TV Presenterat the Ashanti Legendary Awards, and Outstanding Woman TV Personality at the Global Women Leadership & Summit Awards.
Afia Pinamang’s addition to Adom TV is expected to bring renewed energy and creativity to the station’s programming.
Viewers can look forward to insightful conversations, stylish appearances, and impactful content as she begins this new chapter with Adom TV.
Renowned international model and environmental advocate Victoria Michaels proudly represented Africa at the prestigious Austrian World Summit 2025, an influential climate conference hosted by American actor and former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
This year’s summit themed, “Unite in Action, Eliminate Pollution”, brought together changemakers, and sustainability champions to address the urgent challenges of pollution, climate change, and environmental degradation.
Held under the Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative, the event once again served as a high-profile platform for the exchange of ideas and innovative climate solutions.
Victoria Michaels’ participation was a proud moment for the African continent, as she joined the voices of such personalities as former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair and Austrian Federal President, Alexander Van der Bellen, advocating for sustainable development and environmental justice.
A longtime advocate for green innovation and climate action, Victoria has consistently used her influence to empower underserved communities and amplify the voices of those most affected by climate change. Her work on the ground and through various campaigns highlights the critical role of African voices in the global climate movement.
For her, climate change does not recognise borders. Africa must be part of the global dialogue and solution.
With her strong presence and unwavering dedication, Victoria Michaels continues to inspire a new generation of climate leaders while shining a spotlight on the unique environmental challenges facing Africa.
The Bank of Ghana has raised GH¢4.79 billion through the issuance of 56-day central bank bills as part of efforts to tighten liquidity conditions and reinforce its monetary policy stance.
The short-term securities auctioned on June 9, 2025, were issued at an interest rate of 27.9%, according to results published by the Central Bank.
The auction details, however, did not disclose the bid volume received or the auction target.
BoG bills, a key instrument of the central bank’s Open Market Operations (OMO), are deployed to manage liquidity within the banking system, anchor inflation expectations, and signal the policy rate trajectory.
In Ghana, proceeds from such bills are often used to provide short-term financing support to the government.
The 27.9% yield aligns closely with the current monetary policy rate suggesting the Bank is maintaining a tight monetary policy stance to counter inflationary pressures.
The absence of data on bid coverage leaves a gap in assessing the strength of demand and broader investor sentiment.
However, the relatively high rate points to sustained tightening, even as the BoG balances disinflationary objectives with the need to support fragile economic recovery under Ghana’s ongoing IMF programme.
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The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George’s announcement of 10 to15 percent increase in data bundles, from July 1, 2025, has been greeted with mixed reactions on social media.
According to the minister, the intervention follows a series of negotiations with telecommunication providers to introduce data bundles that offer more value for money.
For instance, MTN Ghana’s popular GH¢399 monthly bundle which had dropped to 92.88GB, will now increase to 214GB.
The development has triggered a wave of reactions online.
While some users welcomed the move, others expressed skepticism, citing past price hikes and unpredictable data reductions.
An excited X user posted;
“Sam George has overtaken Ato Forson in the Ballon D’or race.”
However, not everyone was convinced as another user on X said;
“Masa …We the average Ghanaian don’t even purchase that. He should do something about the normal data packages not this. How ago take 399gh buy data. Na how much be my pay sef”.
Below are some reactions on X
Thank you Tech In Twi
Thank you Sam George
This be all we dey need, a listening Government ✊🏼
Congratulations everyone, we are doing great and the government is listening. This is what we love from every government. MTN will now offer 399ghs for 214GB starting from July. Now tell us the government doesn’t influence data prices. Great job, Sam George! ❤️🥰👏🏽👏🏽🥳🥳…
you see say everybody dey praise Sam George yh that be how e for dey. if you do the job we go praise you if you slack too pressing machine niggas go press you.
Union Ghana are poised to continue their dominance in the UG Corporate Football league
From week one to now, Union Ghana has done one thing: win. With an immaculate record of seven wins in seven games, they sit comfortably at the summit of Group A with 21 points, a perfect campaign so far in the University of Ghana Corporate Football League.
Union Ghana is a men’s social club of distinguished professionals and businessmen who meet at the University of Ghana every Saturday for football and other social activities.
They boast leading Ghanaian lawyers, doctors, engineers, politicians, and businessmen.
Their dominance hasn’t just been about collecting wins; it’s been about complete control. They’ve scored 18 goals, the highest in the group, and conceded just one, making them both the most clinical attack and the most disciplined defense.
Their +17 goal difference is a testament to their tactical discipline, chemistry, and killer instinct.
Union Ghana started strong and never looked back. Each game brought new challenges, tactical battles, resilient opponents, and tense finishes, but Union showed up with consistency, confidence, and cohesion.
Their style? Efficient, fluid, and fearless. They’ve built a squad that understands each other at the back, is creative in the middle, and lethal up front. Whether it’s a counterattack or a patient build-up, Union Ghana has shown they can win in every way.
While the team thrives on unity, Union’s number 20, Emmanuel Arthur, has emerged as a standout star, leading the league with an impressive 8 goals, the highest by any player this season.
In tight moments, Union Ghana didn’t panic; they delivered. Late winners, clean sheets, and strategic finishes have made their matches some of the most anticipated fixtures each week.
What’s most remarkable is that Union Ghana is the only team in Group A without a single draw or loss. No slip-ups, no complacency, just pure winning momentum.
With the end of the tournament approaching, Union Ghana will be the team to beat. But with this kind of form, confidence, and belief, the bigger question is: can anyone stop them?
The next round of games will take place on Friday, June 13, 2025, at the University of Ghana Stadium at 5pm.
The league is being spearheaded by the University of Ghana Sports and Wellness Directorate and RITE Sports Services.
Meanwhile, watch the latest edition of Sports Check with former Hearts of Oak midfielder Frederick Ansah Botchway
In a bold and unprecedented shift in Ghana’s radio broadcasting scene, popular preacher and social commentator Apostle Dr. Kofi Oduro has officially taken over as the host of Sompa FM’s new morning show. The announcement has sparked excitement and curiosity across the country, with many eager to hear how the outspoken clergyman will reshape morning radio.
The appointment was confirmed by Akosua Ago Aboagye, Managing Director of Sompa 106.5 FM, who described the move as a strategic step towards redefining the role of radio in national development.
“This is the morning show you’ve been waiting for—not the usual noise that drains your energy and reduces your productivity,” Akosua said during the official launch. “We’re bringing purpose to your morning and leadership to the airwaves.”
The new show, which began airing Monday, June 9, 2025, promises more than just news updates and routine interviews. With Dr. Kofi Oduro at the helm, listeners are being offered a unique mix of motivation, bold commentary, and spiritual insight—a combination Akosua believes will set a new standard for talk radio in Ghana.
“Just when you think you’ve heard everything, his energy and wisdom will surprise you,” she added, pointing to Dr. Oduro’s ability to challenge conventional thinking and provoke deep reflection on everyday issues.
Known for his fiery preaching style and no-holds-barred opinions, Dr. Oduro has built a massive following beyond the pulpit. From corruption and governance to youth empowerment and morality, he has never shied away from confronting uncomfortable truths quality.
Highlife artist Kwabena Kwabena has revealed that he once faced a disheartening experience while attempting to collaborate with a gospel musician, leaving him feeling like an outsider in the music space.
In an interview on Hitz FM, the award-winning singer, born George Kwabena Adu, recounted how a respected gospel musician treated him dismissively when he reached out for a possible collaboration on his gospel-themed EP, God of Restoration.
“There was one particular gospel artist – for obvious reasons, I won’t mention the name – but I believe it was a bit disrespectful,” Kwabena Kwabena shared. “She made me feel like a worldly person. I called her personally and she told me to speak with her husband.”
The highlife singer, who is celebrated for his soulful vocals and timeless love songs, said the cold reception made him question his place in gospel music despite his genuine spiritual intent for the project. “It made me feel like I didn’t belong, like I was just a highlife artist trying to force my way into gospel,” he added.
However, the narrative took a more positive turn with the involvement of veteran gospel musician Obaapa Christy. Kwabena Kwabena expressed deep appreciation for the singer, who warmly embraced the idea of a collaboration.
“I would like to appreciate Obaapa Christy. When I phoned her to talk about doing a song, she made me feel she was rather honoured to do a song with me,” he said. “It was so humbling, and I say thank you and may God bless her very much. I now understand why she is quite unique.”
Their collaboration features on Kwabena Kwabena’s seventh studio project, God of Restoration, an EP that marks a spiritual chapter in his musical journey.
Fans and industry players have lauded the artist’s openness and his effort to bridge the gap between secular and gospel music, urging more inclusivity and respect across genres within Ghana’s music industry.
Telecel Ghana has launched Telecel 2Moorch Money, a nationwide cash giveaway campaign set to reward customers daily, weekly and climax with a staggering grand prize of GH₵1.2 million.
The promo, which runs from June until September, 2025, will reward over 10,000 customers with daily, weekly, and grand prize draws. Throughout the duration of the promotion, 120 customers will each win GH₵100 daily; up to eight winners will receive GH₵20,000 every week; and at the end of the campaign, the luckiest Telecel user will take home the life-changing sum of GH₵1.2 million.
The Telecel 2Moorch Money Promo is an enhanced version of last year’s highly successful Telecel More Money campaign and is designed to reward the telco’s loyal customers across the country.
The promo is open to all prepaid, hybrid, and enterprise customers with users simply opting in for free and participating by recharging their airtime or buying bundles on the network.
Speaking at the launch, Aneth Muga, Acting Director of Consumer Business at Telecel Ghana, highlighted the telco’s commitment to rewarding its loyal customers. “Our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and the 2Moorch Money promo is our way of showing appreciation for their continued trust and loyalty. This year, we’ve taken the rewards a notch higher with more cash, more winners, and more reasons to smile every day on the Telecel network.”
All draws are conducted under the supervision of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) on the Caritas Lottery platform ensuring fairness, transparency, and full regulatory compliance. At the launch, Beryl Adom, Marketing Executive of NLA, reiterated the organisation’s role in safeguarding the integrity of the promotion.
“As regulators, our role is to ensure that each draw is secure, random, and above all, fair. Telecel customers can participate with full confidence knowing the process is credible and transparent. We take this opportunity to encourage all Ghanaians who wish to participate to do so responsibly and within their means.”
The Supreme Court has overturned a contempt conviction issued against Ernest Kumi, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Akwatia, by the High Court in Koforidua.
The apex court also barred Justice Emmanuel Senyo Amedahe from proceeding to sentence the MP. The decision follows a judicial review application filed by Mr. Kumi, challenging the High Court’s ruling.
Led by legal counsel Gary Nimako-Marfo, who also serves as the NPP’s Director of Legal Affairs, Mr. Kumi’s team argued that the High Court lacked the jurisdiction to entertain the election petition that led to an initial injunction against the MP.
According to Nimako-Marfo, Ghana’s electoral laws require that an election petition be filed within 21 days of the publication of certified results in the official gazette.
In this case, while the petition was filed on December 31, 2024, Nimako-Marfo said the results were not gazetted until June 6, 2025—well beyond the statutory timeframe.
He argued that because the court’s jurisdiction was improperly invoked, all subsequent rulings, including the injunction and contempt conviction, were invalid.
He also criticised the High Court for convicting Mr. Kumi of contempt without granting him a hearing, calling it a breach of natural justice.
However, counsel for the NDC parliamentary candidate, Henry Boakye Yiadom, opposed the claims, insisting the High Court acted within its legal mandate and that both the injunction and the contempt ruling were valid.
Dr Palgrave Boakye-Danquah (L) has fully endorsed Kennedy Agyapong for the NPP flagbearership
A former Government Spokesperson on Governance and Security, Dr Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has officially thrown his support behind Kennedy Agyapong as the ideal candidate to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and ultimately become President of Ghana in the 2028 general elections.
According to a statement by him and made available to GhanaWeb, Dr Boakye-Danquah drew inspiration from former US President Abraham Lincoln’s famous quote, “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.”
He argued that Kennedy Agyapong has not only overcome adversity but has also demonstrated an admirable capacity to wield influence with integrity.
“Agyapong’s life and career reflect a character shaped not only by overcoming challenges but also by wielding influence with integrity, He is the exemplary leader to guide the NPP and Ghana toward a thriving future from 2028,” he stated.
He commended Agyapong’s long-standing advocacy for truth, fairness, and justice, adding that his track record of confronting corruption and championing transparency in both political and public spheres make him an ideal candidate for the highest office.
“His relentless pursuit of accountability, confronting corruption in both political and public arenas, highlights a character that flourishes under the responsibilities of power, driven not by personal gain but by a commitment to the welfare of Ghanaians,” he added.
Dr Boakye-Danquah, who served in President Akufo-Addo’s administration from 2017 to 2024, described Kennedy Agyapong as a courageous and visionary leader whose style of leadership is empathetic and service-driven.
“I proudly endorse Kennedy Ohene Agyapong as the optimal leader to steer the NPP and Ghana from 2028. His proven record of service and steadfast integrity align perfectly with Lincoln’s vision of leadership,” he concluded.
Read his full endorsement statement below:
Dr. Palgrave Boakye-Danquah Endorsement of Kennedy Ohene Agyapong for NPP Leadership and President of Ghana, 2028
Kennedy Ohene Agyapong embodies the leadership qualities extolled by Abraham Lincoln’s profound insight: “Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man’s character, give him power.” Agyapong’s life and career reflect a character shaped not only by overcoming challenges but also by wielding influence with integrity, positioning him as the exemplary leader to guide the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Ghana toward a thriving future from 2028.
In the face of history’s demands, Agyapong rises with grace, resolve, and an unyielding dedication to truth, fairness, and justice—principles he has vowed to champion as President of Ghana. His relentless pursuit of accountability, confronting corruption in both political and public arenas, highlights a character that flourishes under the responsibilities of power, driven not by personal gain but by a commitment to the welfare of Ghanaians.
I proudly endorse Kennedy Ohene Agyapong as the optimal leader to steer the NPP and Ghana from 2028. His proven record of service, empathetic leadership, and steadfast integrity align perfectly with Lincoln’s vision of a leader whose power enhances their dedication to the greater good. Let us unite behind this courageous and visionary leader to forge a future that reflects Ghana’s highest aspirations.
Sincerely,
Dr Palgrave Boakye-Danquah
Former Government Spokesperson on Governance and Security (Akufo-Addo Administration, 2017–2024)
Kumasi, June 11, GNA – The Kosmos Innovation Centre (KIC), in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, has awarded a total of USD 200,000 in start-up seed funding to 22 teams of young entrepreneurs.
The awards were presented during the final pitch session of the 2025 AgriTech Challenge Pro, held over two days in Kumasi.
The event brought together 43 teams from universities across the country, each presenting existing business ventures aimed at transforming Ghana’s agricultural sector.
Their pitches included innovative AgriTech and food solutions, ranging from tech-driven tools and sustainable farming methods to initiatives focused on job creation and employment.
A panel of 10 experts evaluated the presentations, ultimately selecting 22 teams to receive funding and progress to the KIC Business Incubation Program.
The awarded teams received seed capital ranging from USD 5,000 to USD 25,000.
In addition to the funding, the winning teams will gain access to KIC’s incubation program, which offers mentorship opportunities and connects them with an extensive network of partners.
Mr. Benjamin Gyan-Kesse, Executive Director of KIC, commended all participants for their commitment to innovation and their contributions towards reshaping Ghana’s agricultural landscape.
“This year’s AgriTech Challenge Pro has once again showcased the brilliance and resilience of Ghana’s youth. The innovative solutions presented today reaffirm the transformative power of agriculture and technology in driving economic growth and sustainability,” he said
He urged teams that did not receive awards to persevere and continue improving their business models, noting that resilience is key to long-term success.
According to a report by ModernGhana, General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has declined to release a controversial memo that influenced the decision to drop charges against former Bank of Ghana Deputy Governor, now Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama.
