6 h. ago ‘Government size shrinks on paper, but grows in reality,’ says Samuel Jinapor

Damongo MP Samuel Abdulai Jinapor has raised concerns over the President’s claim of reducing the size of government by appointing only 60 ministers and deputy ministers.

Politics

17 h. ago Sekondi Nursing and Midwifery College introduces new programmes as it targets autonomous university status

The Nursing and Midwifery Training College (NMTC) at Sekondi in the Western Region is aspiring to become an autonomous University. Established in 1954, the Nursing Training College has produced quality human resources for the country’s health sector. Consequently, the College now intends to step out of its current position, as a Nursing Training College and […]

Events

18 h. ago Ayariga demands more accountability after BoG explains cost of new HQ to Parliament

The Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has called for an explanation from the former leadership of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) regarding the $11 million spent on procuring furniture and furnishing the new Bank of Ghana head office.

Politics

22 h. ago Richard Obeng Mensah: The initial failings of Ghana’s new Attorney

‘I know of no safe depository of the ultimate powers of the society but the people themselves; and if we think them not enlightened enough to exercise their control with a wholesome discretion, the remedy is not to take it from them but to inform their discretion’ – Thomas Jefferson. ‘Everything is permissible (allowable and lawful) for me; but not all things are helpful (good for me to do, expedient and profitable when considered with other things). Everything is lawful for me, but I will not become the slave of everything or be brought under its power’ – 1 Corinthians 6:12 (AMP). Dr. Basabasa: Good to see Prof. Nkwantabisa and Opanin Wisdom. I have a lot on my mind to discuss with both of you. President Mahama has now appointed 26 Ministers of State and 16 Regional Ministers, making it a total of 42 ministers. A number of deputy ministerial positions are yet to be approved by Parliament. Prof., what is your initial assessment of these ministers?

Politics

23 h. ago National Economic Dialogue: A comprehensive report will be presented to President Mahama – Prof. John Gatsi

Professor John Gatsi, a member of the National Economic Dialogue Committee, has stated that a comprehensive report on the two-day dialogue held in Accra will be presented to President John Mahama before the end of March 2025.

Politics

23 h. ago National Economic Dialogue: A comprehensive report will be presented to the president – Prof John Gatsi

Professor John Gatsi, a member of the National Economic Dialogue Committee, has stated that a comprehensive report on the two-day dialogue held in Accra will be presented to President John Mahama before the end of March 2025.

Politics

24 h. ago Ghana open for sustainable partnerships – Lands Minister to investors

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, MP, has called on investors to take advantage of the country's rich mineral resources and business-friendly environment.

Politics

25 h. ago Mahama orders reversal of Foreign Ministry land allocations – Ablakwa

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate reversal of all allocations and sales of land belonging to the ministry. He stated that the decision was taken to safeguard state assets and prevent further encroachment on public lands. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, […]

Politics

26 h. ago Mahama calls on clergy to speak against injustice in the country

President John Dramani Mahama has called on religious leaders to speak up against injustice and contribute to the national discourse on social and economic challenges. 

Politics

27 h. ago Set KPIs for State Owned Enterprises – Edem Agbana appeals to Mahama

Ketu North Member of Parliament, Eric Edem Agbana, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to establish Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for the newly appointed heads of State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs) in Ghana.

Politics

36 h. ago 200 youths in Asante Akyem empowered with practical skills for financial independence

Sinapi Aba Savings and Loans is helping to reduce the spate of social vices in Asante Akyem following the launch of its 3-year Youth Apprenticeship program. Local leaders have expressed worry over the growing number of youth involved in social misdemeanors owing to the high rate of unemployment. Through its apprentice program, the financial institution […]

Events

38 h. ago Gender advocate applauds President Mahama’s commitment to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act

Gender advocate and media personality, Josephine Oppong-Yeboah, has lauded President John Dramani Mahama for his strong desire to enforcing the Affirmative Action Act of 2024 (Act 1121). The Act, designed to promote gender equity across all facets of national life in Ghana, aims to ensure that women’s voices are heard and included in every area […]

Politics

39 h. ago We must find ways to reduce high NPL ratios across banks – Dr Asiamah

Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiamah, has called for urgent need to reduce the high levels of non-performing loans (NPLs) in the banking sector, stressing that the issue is a major challenge to financial stability.

Politics

40 h. ago Find resources and operationalise comissioned Agenda 111 hospitals – Dr Nsiah Asare to Mahama

The former Presidential Advisor on Health under the Akufo-Addo administration, Dr. Anthony Nsiah-Asare, has emphasised the responsibility of the current government to ensure that hospitals under the Agenda 111 project become fully operational.

Events

41 h. ago Mahama highlights amendments that will strengthen governance at meeting with Constitution Review Committee

President John Mahama has identified areas he believes require constitutional amendments to enhance Ghana’s governance framework.

Politics

45 h. ago Collins Dauda lauds Mahama for setting up satellite office to process passports speedily for Hajj pilgrims

The Chairman of the five-member interim Hajj Taskforce established by the President to oversee activities related to the Hajj pilgrimage, Alhaji Collins Dauda, has praised President John Mahama for his decision to establish a satellite office of the passport office at the Hajj Village.

Sport

45 h. ago Oil Palm Production: Oro Oil Ghana partners with Nigerian investors to boost production

Ghana is set to bring back the glory of Oil Palm as Oro Oil Ghana has sealed a 10-year partnership deal with some Nigerian Investors to explore production potential and market expansion, aiming to reduce reliance on traditional methods and boost smallholder farmers’ income. Beyond trade, the strategic partnership will bring Nigerian oil palm investments, […]

Politics

45 h. ago Telecel Ghana volunteers hand over fully renovated ICT Lab to Anfoega E. P. Primary School

The ICT lab, now fitted with 30 modern computers, internet connectivity, and furniture, will serve as a valuable resource and enhance the digital literacy of over 1,700 students in the Anfoega Traditional Area.

Politics

47 h. ago Concerned Small Scale Miners endorse GoldBod to ensure fair pricing and exchange rate stability

The National Concerned Association of Small-Scale Miners, Ghana (NCSSMAG) has thrown its full support behind the Mahama government’s decision to establish a Gold Board (GoldBod) to regulate gold trading for small-scale miners.

Politics

47 h. ago $5.4 million in appearance fees and worse. The GFA’s preposterous 2022 World Cup budget proposal revealed

Time is a great source of irony. It reveals the truth in every matter, yet, often after the fact and when very little can be salvaged. Only a week ago, the Ghana Football Association was pontificating piety, trumpeting its innocence in the thorny issue of Black Stars budgets and national team expenditure.The football governing body […]

Economics