1 week ago Ghana submits formal extradition request for former finance minister to US authorities

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-submits-formal-extradition-request-for-former-finance-minister-to-us-authorities/Ghana transmitted an official extradition request for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and his former Chief of Cabinet Ernest Darko Akore to United States authorities on December 10, 2025, Attorney-General Dominic Ayine announced Thursday. The request marks the culmination of a months-long process that began when the Office of the Special Prosecutor filed 78 corruption […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-submits-formal-extradition-request-for-former-finance-minister-to-us-authorities/

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1 week ago Atta Akyea Warns NPP Delegates Against Kennedy Agyapong Over Temperament Concerns

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atta-akyea-warns-npp-delegates-against-kennedy-agyapong-over-temperament-concerns/Former Works and Housing Minister Samuel Atta Akyea has urged New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates to reject Kennedy Agyapong’s presidential bid citing concerns about his temperament warning that the former Assin Central Member of Parliament (MP) could physically assault cabinet ministers if elected president. Speaking on Accra based UTV on December 17, 2025 the former […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/atta-akyea-warns-npp-delegates-against-kennedy-agyapong-over-temperament-concerns/

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1 week ago Ken Agyapong lacks temperament for presidency, he can beat up a cabinet minister – Atta Akyea

Former Minister for Works and Housing, Samuel Atta Akyea, has expressed concerns over the temperament of former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, suggesting that his volatile nature could pose a threat even to senior government officials.

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2 w. ago GRA must stop intimidating entrepreneurs, support job creation

NPP flagbearer candidate Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has urged the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to reform its approach toward local businesses, describing its methods as “harsh and intimidating.” He made the call during an outreach engagement with constituents in the Central Region, highlighting concerns about how revenue collection practices are affecting entrepreneurship. “The GRA should stop treating Ghanaian businessmen like criminals. When people try to build companies in this country, they go through too much frustration. How do we expect to create jobs when the very institutions meant to help are scaring business owners?” Ken Agyapong said. The NPP flagbearer candidate argued that aggressive practices by some GRA officials create the perception that business owners are suspects rather than partners in national development.

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3 w. ago Ken Agyapong salutes farmers, promises modernisation agenda for agriculture

New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Ken Ohene Agyapong, has marked this year’s National Farmers’ Day with a tribute to the country’s farmers and fisherfolk, positioning them as the lifeblood of Ghana’s food security and economic resilience.

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3 w. ago Lands minister confirms 5% lithium royalty, cabinet to approve comprehensive guidelines

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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3 w. ago Gov’t introduces sliding royalty system to boost Ghana’s gains when lithium prices surge

Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, has clarified that the current royalty rate for Ghana’s lithium resources stands at 5%, while revealing plans to introduce a permanent, comprehensive framework for mineral royalties across the country.

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3 w. ago Claims I have endorsed Ken Agyapong false; I remain committed to Bawumia’s campaign – Kofi Tutu Agyare

Former Board Chairman of the Volta River Authority (VRA), Kofi Tutu Agyare, has dismissed claims circulating on social media that he has endorsed Kennedy Agyapong in the New Patriotic Party’s presidential race. In a statement, the former VRA chairman, who reaffirmed his support for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, said the claims suggesting he had joined Mr Agyapong’s campaign were “false” and intended to “mislead” the public.

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