The Inspector-General of Police’s Special Operations Team has arrested 74 suspects in a series of intelligence-led operations targeting narcotics trafficking and other criminal activities in the Upper East Region. The operations, conducted in Paga and the Navrongo Municipalities, between May 20 and May 22, 2026 led to the retrieval of assorted foreign cigarettes, suspected narcotic […] The post IGP’s

The Gold Fields Ghana Foundation (GFGF) has announced major new investments in healthcare infrastructure, medical equipment and preventive healthcare programmes as part of efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery in mining communities within the Western Region. The announcement was made during the Annual General Meeting of the Society of Family Physicians of Ghana (SOFPOG), where the […] The post Gold

The Ebiradze Royal Family of Takoradi-Amanful has publicly denounced one Enoch Abeiku Ehurong, also known as Nana Obo Atta Kukoamoah IV, accusing him of unlawfully parading himself as the Divisional Chief of Takoradi-Amanful. At a news conference held in Takoradi, the leadership and principal elders of the Takoradi-Amanful Stool described the actions of Mr. Ehurong […] The post Ebiradze

Delta Air Lines has celebrated 20 years of uninterrupted operations in Ghana, marking two decades of continuous service, customer engagement, and community impact in the country. The airline, which launched its Accra–New York route in 2006, has maintained vital connectivity between Ghana and the United States, contributing significantly to business, tourism, education, trade, and cultural […] The post Delta

Teachers serving in deprived communities across the Eastern Region have been highly commended for their dedication, resilience, and selfless sacrifices in sustaining education under extremely difficult conditions. Education advocates continue to stress that investing in rural education remains the blood tonic to Ghana’s national development and poverty reduction agenda. The commendation came during a donation […] The post ‘As

If you’ve ever felt calmer after a walk in the park or a stroll through the woods, it’s not your imagination – it’s biology. Being outdoors can trigger measurable changes inside your body from lowering stress hormones, easing blood pressure and even improving your gut health. You don’t have to hike for hours to feel […] The post How 20 minutes of nature can boost your

The Environmental Protection Authority has announced a nationwide ban on the production, importation, distribution, sale and use of polystyrene foam products, popularly known as Styrofoam or takeaway packs, effective January 1, 2027. The directive, contained in a statement issued by the Authority yesterday, follows a policy announcement made by President John Dramani Mahama during the […] The post EPA

The simmering chieftaincy tensions in Funsi in the Wa East District of the Upper West Region have taken a deadly turn, following the killing of three young men in a shooting incident that has triggered a massive police security operation in the area. The Upper West Regional Police Command has confirmed the arrest of 34 […] The post 34 Arrested Over Funsi Chieftaincy Killings appeared first on

The Minority Caucus on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee has strongly criticised government over the postponement of the planned evacuation of Ghanaians living in South Africa amid renewed xenophobic tensions in the country. In a statement signed by Samuel Abu Jinapor, Ranking Member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee and Member of Parliament for Damongo Constituency on […] The post Jinapor

The Malian government has launched a major crackdown on Société des Mines de Kofi (MIKO-SA), a subsidiary of Nguvu Mining Group. The latter is also a majority shareholder of Adamus Resources in Ghana. Société des Mines de Kofi is being accused of failing to pay the required tax to the state of Mali and multiple […] The post Mali Accuses Adamus’ Sister Coy Of Tax Evasion appeared first on

Ghana’s push for industrial self-reliance and local participation in the oil and gas sector gained fresh momentum with the commissioning of the 7 Eleven Energy Service Baseline Bolts and Nuts and ASAC Advanced Surface Coating Facility at Aboadze, a development expected to reduce reliance on imports, create skilled jobs and strengthen indigenous manufacturing capacity. The facility, […] The post 7

The arrest of four students of Ada Senior High Technical School over a disturbing viral video has reignited concerns about violence, intimidation and the growing culture of aggression in some second-cycle institutions across the country. According to a statement issued by the Ghana Police Service, through the Tema Regional Police Command, the students were arrested […] The post Cutlass-Wielding

Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, has questioned the basis of his prosecution in an alleged illegal mining case, arguing that individuals who claimed ownership of seized items have instead been turned into prosecution witnesses. Testifying before the Criminal Division of the High Court in Accra, presided over by Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, […] The post Wontumi

After years of frustration, dust pollution, protests, and dangerous driving conditions, residents and motorists along the Somanya-Kpong road in the Eastern Region are finally witnessing what many describe as a long-awaited turning point, as contractors have commenced the application of primer seal and bituminous surfacing works on the badly deteriorated stretch. The latest phase of […] The post Somanya-Kpong

Last week, the Vice President, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang inaugurated 100 newly acquired 29-seater buses for Metro Mass Transit Limited (MMTL) as part of government’s efforts to improve public transportation and ease commuting difficulties across the country. The buses represent the first batch of a planned 300-bus procurement programme intended to strengthen the operational capacity of […] The post Purchase

The Financial Stability Council (FSC) has stepped up efforts to strengthen Ghana’s financial system through a series of reforms, says the Financial Stability Review Report 2025. The report said the reforms were aimed at reducing risks and making the financial sector more stable and resilient. The FSC, which includes key regulators such as the Bank […] The post FSC intensifies reforms

Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), has assured the public and investors that the significant operating and Other Comprehensive Income (OCI) losses incurred in 2025 will not recur at the same scale in 2026. He pointed to a fundamental shift in the three key conditions that drove those losses, […] The post BoG losses will not recur at last year’s scale

Elder Osei Kwabena Owusu has appealed to the Ahafo Ano South East District Assembly to call Hon. Evans Antwi Agyei, assembly member for Betinko, to order and also discourage illegal mining activities in the community. Elder Owusu, who is a proprietor of a local sawmill, the only source of employment for the youth, claims the […] The post Betinko community resists illegal mining by

The Adum Pampaso Traditional Council in Kumasi has cautioned the Ashanti Regional Police Command against redeveloping a parcel of land located behind the palace at Adum Pampaso. The Traditional leaders claim the land does not legally belong to the police because it has not been officially allocated to the Police Service. According to the traditional […] The post Pampaso Sub-Traditional

Legislation and Acts of Parliament normally include an enforcement agency to ensure that citizens comply with the law. However, some Acts of Parliament primarily guide Ministers, CEOs, and other officials in carrying out their administrative duties. What happens when a Minister or the head of an institution does not comply with an Act of Parliament? […] The post Can Parliament Enforce Its Own Laws? appeared