The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has responded to the viral video showing its officers attempting to arrest the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Hon. Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, at the Accra High Court. In a statement signed by Head of Corporation Affairs, EOCO said the attempted arrest today, September 23, 2026, was … The post EOCO breaks

Private legal practitioner, Lawyer Agyei Baffuor, has broken his silence on his confrontation with a woman who identified herself as an official of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). Speaking during the Minority’s engagement with the media on Wednesday, the lawyer said his decision not to comply with the woman’s directive was driven purely … The post “I

The Zongo community in Tema has entered a new chapter following the historic installation of Alhaji Faisal Abdullah Masud as Sariki Zongo I of Tema, making him the first person to officially hold the title in the history of the industrial city. Widely known in Tema as Alhaji Faisal Saltan (Alhaji Netro), his installation represents … The post Alhaji Faisal Abdullah Masud installed

The Black Stars of Ghana have arrived in Côte d’Ivoire ahead of their highly anticipated Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier clash against the Elephants of Côte d’Ivoire. The team touched down in Bouaké on Wednesday morning after departing Accra, as preparations intensify for what promises to be a fierce West African derby. In a … The post Black

The Ghana Maritime Authority (GMA) has rejected claims by Dennis Miracles Aboagye that its vessel monitoring system is ineffective and that vessels operating in Ghana’s waters are not being monitored. The Authority described the claims as false and misleading, insisting that its maritime surveillance system is fully operational. In a press release dated September 22, … The post GMA

The Inter-Governmental Action Group Against Money Laundering in West Africa (GIABA) has urged journalists across the ECOWAS sub-region to intensify investigations into money laundering, terrorist financing and other economic and financial crimes. The Director of the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) and National Correspondent of GIABA, Mr Albert Kwadwo Twum-Boafo, made the call in Accra yesterday … The post Media

West African countries must deepen cooperation and coordination to combat the growing threat of transnational organised crime and strengthen security across the sub-region, the Minister for the Interior, Mr Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has said. He said stronger collaboration was also needed to improve border management and ensure safe, orderly and regular migration across the sub-region. Mr … The post West

The Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) has appointed Ms. Rafatu Inusah, President of Ghana Rugby, as Chef de Mission (CDM) for Team Ghana at the upcoming Commonwealth Youth Games. The event is expected to take place from October 29 to November 4, in the islands of Malta and Gozo. Her appointment, according to a GOC statement, … The post Rafatu Inusah appointed C’wlth Youth Games Chef de

The Head Coach of Bechem United, Mohammed Bashar Ogba, says the outcome of their Matchday 3 clash against Hearts of Oak was not a true reflection of the game, believing that the Phobians rode on luck to split the points. According to him, Hearts of Oak were very fortunate to escape defeat to Bechem United, … The post Hearts lucky to escape defeat -Bechem United Coach appeared first on

Agnes Ngetich broke the world record for a women-only half marathon as she took gold at the World Road Running Championships in Copenhagen. The Kenyan claimed victory in one hour, five minutes and 15 seconds as she took a second off the previous record, which her compatriot Peres Jepchirchir set in winning the World half … The post Ngetich breaks women half-marathon record appeared first on Ghanaian

Mikel Arteta has agreed an improved new contract with Premier League champions Arsenal. The Spaniard’s current deal expires at the end of the current season but talks over a new contract have been ongoing for a number of months. BBC Sport reported earlier this month that an agreement between all parties was close. And it … The post Arteta agrees new deal with champions Arsenal appeared

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has proposed an independent review of the world soccer body’s decision-making, in a move that could ?help him regain support after the withdrawal of a controversial private investment plan. “First, I will ask the Council whether it wishes to commission an independent external review of FIFA’s current governance framework for major … The post Infantino open

The Central Securities Depository (CSD) has launched a new digital platform, Investor Connect, aimed at making Ghana’s capital market more accessible, convenient and transparent to investors across the country and beyond. The platform, officially launched in Accra last Thursday, allows investors to access information on their securities holdings and transaction history, while prospective investors can … The post CSD

Poor corporate governance remains one of the major causes of business failures and corporate distress in Ghana, the Founder and President of the Chartered Institute of Restructuring and Insolvency Practitioners, Ghana (CIRIP-Ghana), Mr Felix Addo, has said. He said weak governance structures, undisclosed conflicts of interest, poor internal controls and inadequate professional oversight continued to … The post Poor

The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has charged newly appointed church leaders to demonstrate absolute loyalty to Christ, the church’s leadership, doctrines and constitution. He said such loyalty was essential to the successful implementation of the church’s Transformation Agenda, which seeks to reach every village, town and city … The post Rev.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has commended the Ghana Medical Trust Fund for the progress it has made in its first year, describing the initiative as an important step towards reducing the financial burden on people living with chronic and high-cost diseases. Speaking at the first anniversary of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, the WHO … The post WHO backs Medical Trust Fund, calls

The Volta Regional Director of the Department of Gender, Mrs Thywill Eyra Kpe, has urged parents to take a greater interest in the lives and wellbeing of their children to help curb teenage pregnancy in the region. She said effective parental guidance was critical to helping young people make informed decisions and avoid behaviours that … The post Parents urged to take greater interest in children

The government has been urged to draw lessons from the Power Distribution Services (PDS) agreement, which was terminated in 2019, and ensure greater due diligence and transparency in future state transactions. Three resource persons said the termination of the agreement had cost the country financially, stressing that the mistakes associated with the deal should not … The post PDS termination:

Accra Hearts of Oak dropped their first points of the season, Asante Kotoko stretched their unbeaten start while Debibi United and Port City FC recorded historic first top-flight victories after Matchday 3 encounters of the Ghana Premier League. Bibiani Gold Stars also produced the weekend’s biggest result, rallying to defeat 10-man Dreams FC 3-2 at … The post GPL: Hearts trip, Kotoko