2 h. ago Death of Venezuelan opposition figure in custody ‘vile’, US says

The US has criticised the Venezuelan government over the death of an opposition figure in custody, calling it a "reminder of the vile nature" of President Nicolás Maduro's regime.

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41 h. ago KSM says he has criticized every government including Rawlings and Mahama

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ksm-says-he-has-criticized-every-government-including-rawlings-and-mahama/Media personality Kwaku Sintim-Misa has rejected claims that he favors any political administration, saying his career shows consistent criticism of every government regardless of party affiliation. Speaking on KSM UNFILTERED as monitored, the satirist recalled his radio days during the Rawlings era when he delivered sharp commentary on the then president. He said his approach […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ksm-says-he-has-criticized-every-government-including-rawlings-and-mahama/

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52 h. ago Prime Insight: OSP vs. Kpebu and petitions to remove EC boss to dominate discussions this Saturday

Legal discussions are set to take centre stage this morning as Joy Prime's Prime Insight gathers key figures to dissect two of Ghana's most critical governance issues: the controversial arrest of lawyer Martin Kpebu and the numerous legal challenges filed against the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson Jean Mensah and her two deputies.

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59 h. ago Mampong tragedy: Students among 30 injured as curve crash kills three

A deadly road crash at Mampong Abuontem on December 4, 2025, has claimed three lives and left 30 others injured. Twenty-six of the victims have since been treated and discharged, while four remain in critical condition at the Mampong Government Hospital.

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68 h. ago Minority accuses gov’t of neglect after GH¢5bn rice left to waste

On the occasion of National Farmers’ Day, the Minority in Parliament has expressed deep concern over the hardships facing Ghanaian farmers, highlighting the abandonment of over 1 million metric tonnes of paddy rice valued at GH¢5 billion.

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3 d. ago Kpebu arrest: OSP should clarify the laws they are acting under – Bentil

The sudden arrest and subsequent detention of prominent lawyer Martin Kpebu by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has drawn sharp criticism from governance experts, with IMANI Africa Vice President Kofi Bentil demanding immediate clarification on the legal basis of the OSP’s actions.

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3 d. ago Calls to Scrap OSP Are Only Public Opinion, Not Government Policy – Felix Ofosu Kwakye

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/calls-to-scrap-osp-are-only-public-opinion-not-government-policy-felix-ofosu-kwakye/Communications Minister Felix Ofosu Kwakye has shot down speculation that the government is preparing to scrap the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). During an appearance on GHOne TV, he made it clear that no official suggestion or decision regarding the office’s abolishment has reached the government. He explained that public commentary—whether supportive or critical—is […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Attractive Mustapha, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/calls-to-scrap-osp-are-only-public-opinion-not-government-policy-felix-ofosu-kwakye/

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4 d. ago Gideon Boako criticises government over tariff hikes, hails NPP’s past record

Dr Gideon Boako, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Tano North, has criticised the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) over the newly announced electricity tariff increments, arguing that the increases place additional strain on already burdened consumers.

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5 d. ago West Africa Leaders Demand Fair Share from Critical Mineral Boom

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-leaders-demand-fair-share-from-critical-mineral-boom/Civil society organizations, policymakers, and technical experts from across West Africa have issued urgent calls for regional governments to overhaul how critical minerals are extracted and governed, warning that current practices perpetuate inequality while threatening environmental stability. The High-Level West Africa Conference on Equity in Extraction concluded in Accra on October 16, 2025, with participants […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/west-africa-leaders-demand-fair-share-from-critical-mineral-boom/

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7 d. ago IMANI Warns Government Against Springfield Afina Acquisition Without Independent Assessment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-warns-government-against-springfield-afina-acquisition-without-independent-assessment/Policy think tank IMANI Africa has cautioned government against proceeding with a state acquisition of Springfield Exploration and Production’s Afina oil block, arguing that relying solely on company provided data for valuation creates unacceptable financial risks for taxpayers. The warning comes as the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) engages in discussions regarding potential takeover of […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-warns-government-against-springfield-afina-acquisition-without-independent-assessment/

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7 d. ago IMANI Proposes Convertible Loan Alternative to Springfield Oil Block Buyout

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-proposes-convertible-loan-alternative-to-springfield-oil-block-buyout/Policy think tank IMANI Africa has proposed a convertible loan structure as a safer alternative to the government’s consideration of an outright purchase of Springfield’s Afina oil discovery, warning that a direct buyout could expose the state to inflated valuations and political risks. The recommendation comes amid discussions between Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) and […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/imani-proposes-convertible-loan-alternative-to-springfield-oil-block-buyout/

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8 d. ago Think Tank Warns Against State Acquisition of Springfield Afina

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/think-tank-warns-against-state-acquisition-of-springfield-afina/Policy think tank IMANI Africa has cautioned the Government of Ghana against proceeding with a state led acquisition of Springfield Exploration and Production’s Afina oil discovery, describing the asset as high risk and warning that any purchase could reward poor corporate governance while exposing taxpayers to speculative liabilities. The warning comes as the Ghana National […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/think-tank-warns-against-state-acquisition-of-springfield-afina/

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1 week ago Minority condemns renegotiated Lithium Deal as “complete compromise” of Ghana’s interest

The Minority Caucus on Parliament’s Lands and Natural Resources Committee has sharply criticised the government over the newly renegotiated lithium mining lease with Barari DV Ghana Limited, describing the revised terms as a “complete compromise” of Ghana’s national interest. At the centre of the dispute is the decision to reduce the royalty rate for lithium exploitation from the previously agreed 10 percent to 5 percent — the statutory minimum under the Minerals and Mining Act.

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1 week ago Teacher unions slam gov’t agencies over failure to pay agreed allowances

Three prominent teacher unions the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) and the Pre-Tertiary Education Teachers Union of Ghana (PRETAG) have criticised the government following a press release from the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) announcing its inability to pay two key allowances due in November 2025.

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1 week ago Mahama Government Faces Criticism Over IGP Contract Extension Decision

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-government-faces-criticism-over-igp-contract-extension-decision/President John Dramani Mahama’s approval of a two year contract extension for Inspector General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno has sparked public criticism over apparent policy inconsistency, coming seven months after government suspended all post retirement contracts. The extension, contained in a letter dated November 25, 2025, and signed by Secretary to the President […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/mahama-government-faces-criticism-over-igp-contract-extension-decision/

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1 week ago Journalist Criticizes Political Inconsistency Over Presidential Aircraft Debate

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/journalist-criticizes-political-inconsistency-over-presidential-aircraft-debate/Journalist Peter Ankomah has criticized what he describes as political inconsistency surrounding government plans to acquire new presidential aircraft, linking the issue to the fatal military helicopter crash that killed eight people including two cabinet ministers in August 2025. Speaking on Movement TV, Ankomah argued that the national conversation around presidential jets has been shaped […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/journalist-criticizes-political-inconsistency-over-presidential-aircraft-debate/

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1 week ago Industry Questions Ghana State Takeover of Springfield Oil Block

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/industry-questions-ghana-state-takeover-of-springfield-oil-block/Industry players are questioning the rationale behind attempts to get the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) to acquire West Cape Three Points Block 2 from Springfield Exploration and Production. The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has signaled plans for the state, through GNPC and the Petroleum Commission, to acquire the West Cape Three Points […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/industry-questions-ghana-state-takeover-of-springfield-oil-block/

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2 w. ago ACEP Questions Springfield Oil Block Takeover, Defends Regulatory Process

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/acep-questions-springfield-oil-block-takeover-defends-regulatory-process/The Africa Centre for Energy Policy (ACEP) has clarified its opposition to the government’s proposed acquisition of the Springfield oil block, insisting the dispute centers on protecting legal and governance principles in Ghana’s petroleum sector rather than undermining local content support. Executive Director Benjamin Boakye stressed that bypassing the Petroleum Commission’s regulatory authority threatens the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/acep-questions-springfield-oil-block-takeover-defends-regulatory-process/

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2 w. ago Health Groups Criticise COP30 Deal for Weak Fossil Fuel Action

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/health-groups-criticise-cop30-deal-for-weak-fossil-fuel-action/The Global Climate and Health Alliance (GCHA) has criticised governments at the COP30 climate summit in Belem, Brazil, for failing to deliver transformative action on fossil fuels while acknowledging limited progress on adaptation finance and just transition frameworks. The two week United Nations Climate Change Conference closed on Saturday, November 22, with a compromise deal […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/health-groups-criticise-cop30-deal-for-weak-fossil-fuel-action/

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2 w. ago Africa Risks Missing Clean Cooking Opportunity Without Investment

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-risks-missing-clean-cooking-opportunity-without-investment/Africa faces losing a critical chance to deliver clean cooking energy unless governments and investors quickly address financing, transport, and regulatory obstacles, industry leaders warned Friday at the G20 Africa Energy Investment Forum in Johannesburg. Executives said the continent’s delayed shift from wood, charcoal, and kerosene to liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) remains hindered by fragmented […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/africa-risks-missing-clean-cooking-opportunity-without-investment/

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