4 h. ago Musk’s Grok signs $200m deal with Pentagon days after antisemitism row

The Pentagon has signed a multi-million dollar deal to begin using Elon Musk's artificial intelligence chatbot, Grok, as part of a wider rollout of AI tools for government use, the Department of Defence confirmed.

Economics

7 h. ago Trump threatens Russia with tariffs while unveiling Ukraine weapons plan

US President Donald Trump has announced the US will send "top-of-the-line weapons" to Ukraine via Nato countries, while also threatening Russia with severe tariffs if a deal to end the war is not reached within 50 days.

Politics

13 h. ago Minority, Majority MPs clash over credit for Ghana’s economic gains

Majority and Minority MPs have clashed in Parliament over Ghana’s recent economic gains, as inflation declines and the cedi strengthens against major foreign currencies.

Politics

15 h. ago Akua Afriyie apologises to NPP for defying orders to sit out Ablekuma North re

NPP’s 2024 parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, Nana Akua Afriyie, says she has rendered an unqualified apology to the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) after defying the party’s directive not to contest the Ablekuma North election re-run. While she declined to confirm whether she regrets flouting the party’s orders, she stated that the […]

Politics

15 h. ago Akua Afriyie defied NPP orders; now she apologises over Ablekuma North re

NPP’s 2024 parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, Nana Akua Afriyie, says she has rendered an unqualified apology to the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) after defying the party’s directive not to contest the Ablekuma North election re-run. While she declined to confirm whether she regrets flouting the party’s orders, she stated that the […]

Politics

15 h. ago Ablekuma North: If any NDC boy is harmed, we’ll hold you responsible – Gbande warns NPP

Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) over what he described as a reckless and dangerous campaign to label NDC members as violent criminals.

Events

15 h. ago Trump threatens ‘very severe’ tariffs against Russia if no Ukraine deal within 50 days

US Donald Trump says he is "very, very unhappy" with Russia and has announced plans to deliver "top-of-the-line" weapons to Ukraine, via Nato.

Politics

18 h. ago Gov’t moves to improve prison welfare, increases feeding allocation for inmates – Muntaka

The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has announced sweeping reforms within the Ghana Prisons Service aimed at improving inmate welfare, enhancing nutrition, and equipping prisoners with employable skills for life after incarceration. Speaking at the first session of the Government Accountability Series, Mr Mubarak highlighted the urgent need to tackle the long-standing challenges […]

Events

19 h. ago Gov’t to start work on Independent Police Complaints Commission in 6 months – Muntaka

The Minister for the Interior, Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, has announced plans to establish an Independent Police Complaints Commission within the next six months as part of efforts to strengthen public confidence in the Ghana Police Service.

Events

20 h. ago Gov’t launches youth internship scheme to support security services and tackle unemployment

The Ministry of the Interior has announced a new partnership aimed at enhancing youth employability through internships within Ghana’s security services.

Politics

21 h. ago Ablekuma North violence: Why is Mahama silent? Arthur K wonders

Former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Dr Arthur Kennedy (Arthur K.), has expressed disappointment over the violent incidents that marred the Ablekuma North parliamentary rerun election on Friday, July 11, 2025, pointedly questioning President John Mahama's silence on the matter.

Events

21 h. ago Arthur Kennedy Condemns Police inaction over Ablekuma North rerun violence

Dr Kwabena Arthur Kennedy, a respected stalwart and former presidential aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has strongly criticised the police for what he described as failure to act during scenes of violence at Ablekuma-North.

Events

21 h. ago NPP bans billboards, banners, and posters at at 2025 National Delegates Conference

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has issued a firm directive banning all forms of campaign-related materials ahead of its 2025 National Annual Delegates Conference, scheduled to take place on Saturday, 19 July, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

Events

23 h. ago NPP opens media accreditation for July 19 National Delegates Congress

With just five days to go until its highly anticipated 2025 National Delegates Congress, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially opened its media accreditation process, rolling out comprehensive guidelines designed to facilitate smooth entry and extensive coverage for journalists. The political event, where the party is expected to elect its flagbearer for the 2028 […]

Politics

26 h. ago Mahama petitioned to make Ghana carbon market powerhouse as Annoh

The Minority Chief Whip is urging former President John Mahama to take decisive action to place Ghana at the forefront of the global carbon credit economy by pursuing high-stakes bilateral agreements with the European Union and the United Arab Emirates.

Politics

38 h. ago I’m not too old to be ignored, I’ve sacrificed for NPP – Kufuor laments exclusion

Eighty-six-year-old former President John Agyekum Kufuor has voiced deep frustration over what he describes as his exclusion from key affairs of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), insisting that his age should not be used as a reason to sideline him. In a straightforward reflection, the statesman lamented the growing tendency to push aside senior figures […]

Politics

38 h. ago Kufuor demands respect and inclusion; laments marginalisation by NPP

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has broken his silence in what many are describing as a sobering critique of the party he once led to historic triumphs. In a rare public reflection, the elder statesman expressed disappointment over what he perceives as his marginalisation within the New Patriotic Party (NPP). “I’ve held my peace, but […]

Politics

40 h. ago Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen supports renal patients with GHS100K, urges gov’t to absorb full cost of dialysis care

The Ekosiisen Impact Project, an initiative under Asempa FM’s flagship current affairs programme Ekosiisen, has intensified its support for renal patients across Ghana, following a distress call from the Renal Patients Association of Ghana. Responding swiftly to an SOS appeal from the Association’s President, Baffuor Kojo Ahenkorah, the team behind the Ekosiisen Impact Project has […]

Politics

40 h. ago Bawumia visits assault victims in Ablekuma North rerun; pledges support

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has visited Akua Afriyie, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Ablekuma North, and several polling agents who were assaulted during the constituency’s parliamentary rerun on Friday, 11th July.

Events

42 h. ago NPP outlines guidelines ahead of 2025 National Delegates Conference

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has announced comprehensive guidelines ahead of its 2025 National Annual Delegates Conference, scheduled for Saturday, 19th July 2025, at the University of Ghana Sports Stadium.

Politics