3 h. ago Edem warns youth against drug abuse at 9th Eledzi Health Walk

Award-winning Ghanaian rapper and entertainer Denning Edem Hotor, popularly known as Ayigbey Edem, has cautioned young people against drug abuse, describing it as a destructive habit capable of ruining lives, families and communities.

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3 h. ago Suspension of new DVLA Plate: Abuakwa South MP warns of insurance and public safety risks

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has formally suspended the planned rollout of its new Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)-embedded vehicle licence plates, amid legal, parliamentary and public safety concerns.

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5 h. ago Ghanaians Feel Trapped in Democracy Without Real Choice, Says Review Chair

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-feel-trapped-in-democracy-without-real-choice-says-review-chair/Professor H Kwasi Prempeh has revealed that public consultations by the Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) uncovered growing frustration among citizens who feel Ghana’s democratic system no longer offers meaningful alternatives despite regular elections. The CRC chairman, speaking December 27 on TV3’s Hot Issues programme, said nationwide engagements showed people remain appreciative of democratic freedoms, particularly […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaians-feel-trapped-in-democracy-without-real-choice-says-review-chair/

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6 h. ago Ten Injured as Shooting Disrupts Friday Prayers at Ho Central Mosque

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ten-injured-as-shooting-disrupts-friday-prayers-at-ho-central-mosque/At least ten people sustained gunshot wounds when masked assailants stormed the Ho Central Mosque in the Volta Region on Friday, December 26, disrupting worship services and reigniting tensions over a prolonged leadership dispute within Ghana’s Muslim community. The violence occurred at approximately 9:00 a.m. as worshippers gathered for Friday Jumu’ah prayers, according to multiple […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ten-injured-as-shooting-disrupts-friday-prayers-at-ho-central-mosque/

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6 h. ago Salaga South MP calls for unity and peace at Kulaw 2025 Youth Homecoming

The Member of Parliament for Salaga South, Zuwera Mohammed Ibrahimiah, has called on chiefs, youth, settlers and opinion leaders in Kulaw to work together to promote peace, unity and development in the area. Addressing participants at the Kulaw 2025 Youth Homecoming durbar held at Buma, the MP stressed that sustainable development can only thrive in an atmosphere of cooperation and mutual understanding. “Lasting development can only be achieved where there is peace, unity and cooperation among the people,” she said.

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7 h. ago Ibrahim Mahama supports disability groups with Christmas donation

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Engineers and Planners and Dzata Cement, Ibrahim Mahama, has extended support to persons with disabilities through a donation to the Disabled Christian Fellowship International and the Accra Rehabilitation Centre.

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9 h. ago Less than 1% renewables: Dr. Richard Obeng Mensah calls for legal and policy reset

Dr Richard Obeng Mensah has spent his life chasing answers to questions that affect every Ghanaian. One of such questions is as follows: ‘Why is reliable energy supply so hard to come by in Ghana’? From selling kerosene as a teenager in Techiman to advising on national energy law, Dr Mensah’s journey has been deeply […]

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11 h. ago Sam George warns Ghanaians against assisting illegal acquisition of citizenship

The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mr Samuel George, has issued a warning to Ghanaians involved in aiding foreign nationals to illegally obtain Ghanaian citizenship through passports and Ghana Cards, describing the practice as a criminal offence.

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11 h. ago Three injured as firefighters rescue 26 passengers after multi

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has rescued 26 passengers after a multiple-vehicle collision near the Kintampo Waterfalls in the Bono East Region.

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12 h. ago Sports Betting Surge Sparks Mental Health Concerns Among Ghana Youth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sports-betting-surge-sparks-mental-health-concerns-among-ghana-youth/Sports betting has exploded across Ghana, transforming from casual entertainment into what health experts now describe as a public health crisis. Recent data from GeoPoll’s 2025 report shows that 71% of Ghanaians have placed bets, with young people comprising the majority of participants. The confluence of widespread smartphone access, mobile money platforms, and aggressive marketing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/sports-betting-surge-sparks-mental-health-concerns-among-ghana-youth/

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13 h. ago Canadian national and Ghanaian boyfriend arrested for alleged arson at Oyarifa

The Greater Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects in connection with an alleged arson incident at Oyarifa Anointed Down in the Greater Accra Region.

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13 h. ago Police take over Gomoa Nyanyano after two factions clash in chieftaincy dispute

Two people injured after two faction clashes over Chietaincy at Gomoa Nyanyano in the Gomoa East District.

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15 h. ago King Paluta Says London Concert Backlash Part of Orchestrated Attack

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/king-paluta-says-london-concert-backlash-part-of-orchestrated-attack/Ghanaian musician King Paluta has addressed the London concert controversy, claiming the backlash represents a calculated effort to damage his reputation rather than a simple disagreement over his stage conduct. The rapper questioned the motives behind allegations levelled against him during an interview with Zionfelix. “Those who know me question why these allegations are being […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/king-paluta-says-london-concert-backlash-part-of-orchestrated-attack/

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16 h. ago Ghanaian delegation set for January 20, 2026 trip to Latvia in Nana Agyei case – Ablakwa

Minister for Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has announced that the Latvian Foreign Ministry has formally responded to Ghana’s request for engagement over the ongoing investigations into the death of Nana Agyei, confirming its readiness to receive a Ghanaian delegation in Riga on January 20, 2026.

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16 h. ago Thailand and Cambodia Sign Ceasefire After Deadly Border Clashes

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/thailand-and-cambodia-sign-ceasefire-after-deadly-border-clashes/Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, bringing an end to weeks of fierce border fighting that killed more than 100 people and displaced over half a million civilians. The ceasefire agreement was signed on Saturday by Thai Defence Minister Natthaphon Narkphanit and his Cambodian counterpart Tea Seiha, ending 20 days of intense […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/thailand-and-cambodia-sign-ceasefire-after-deadly-border-clashes/

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16 h. ago Cedi Maintains Stability Against Dollar During Christmas Week

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cedi-maintains-stability-against-dollar-during-christmas-week/The Ghanaian cedi held steady on the interbank foreign exchange market during the Christmas week, trading around GHS 11.10 to the US dollar, according to data from the Bank of Ghana (BoG). The relative stability comes as the festive season draws to a close, offering a reprieve from the currency volatility experienced earlier in the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/cedi-maintains-stability-against-dollar-during-christmas-week/

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28 h. ago Nine arrested in Italy for allegedly raising millions for Hamas

Italian police have arrested nine people accused of raising around €7m (£6m) for Hamas over more than two years.

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31 h. ago Kojo Antwi thrills fans with regal entry, marathon performance at ‘Antwified’ concert

Legendary Ghanaian musician, Kojo Antwi on Wednesday, December 24, delivered an unforgettable musical experience at his much-anticipated concert dubbed ‘Antwified’, held at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA).

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34 h. ago KNUST College of Engineering deepens industry partnerships to drive innovation and national development

The College of Engineering at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi is intensifying collaboration with industry partners to accelerate innovation, strengthen engineering education and deliver practical solutions to Ghana’s development challenges. The renewed push was outlined at the College of Engineering and Industry Symposium held at Kwawu-Nkwatia in the Eastern Region of Ghana under the theme “Engineering Partnerships for Sustainable Innovation and Development,” which brought together academics, industry leaders and policymakers to explore long-term collaboration models.

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38 h. ago Why Ghana’s Constitution Review Committee’s Work Should Be Extended to Strategic Communication

Ghana’s Constitution Review Committee (CRC) has completed the task it was formally given. Through extensive consultations and careful analysis, it compiled citizen views and expert input and submitted its report, Transforming Ghana: From Electoral Democracy to Developmental Democracy, to the President on Monday, December 22, 2025. In procedural terms, the Committee’s mandate has been fulfilled. […]

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