8 h. ago “Programme baako, definitions brebree” – Oppong Nkrumah mocks 24

Former Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has criticised the government over what he describes as its failure to clearly define and explain key economic policies, particularly the much-touted 24-hour economy.

Politics

12 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

14 h. ago New BoG building: $230m paid to contractor, $31.8m outstanding – Dr Asiama

The new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, has revealed that the state under the previous Nana Akufo-Addo-led administration has paid $230 million to the contractor working on the new BoG building project, with an outstanding balance of $31.8 million still owed to the construction firm.

Politics

15 h. ago Mancell Girls SHTS to introduce Biomedical and Engineering courses to address gender gap

Mancell Girls Senior High Technical School (SHTS) in Kumasi has announced plans to introduce biomedical and engineering courses aimed at addressing the ongoing gender gap in these fields. The Headmistress, Mrs Donkor revealed this initiative during the World Engineering Day program organized by the Technology Consultancy Centre (TCC) at Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST). The event, held under the theme: “Shaping a Sustainable Future: Inspiring Engineering Careers in Senior High School Students,” focused on encouraging young women to pursue careers in traditionally male-dominated sectors.

Sport

16 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

16 h. ago NSS scandal: Richard Sumah urges NIB to act swiftly against Gifty Oware

Leading member of the Movement for Change and business consultant, Richard Sumah, has called on the nation’s security agencies to take immediate action in the National Service Scheme (NSS) scandal, as a key suspect, Gifty Oware-Mensah, has returned to the country.

Events

18 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.

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18 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

19 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

20 h. ago Gideon Boako breaks down Ghana’s debt contribution: NDC 43%, NPP 38%

The Member of Parliament for Tano North, Gideon Boako, has provided a breakdown of Ghana’s total public debt, attributing 43% to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration and 38% to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) government.

Events

20 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

21 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

32 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

34 h. ago Savannah Minister accuses GTEC and NPP of premature Savannah College of Education absorption claim

The Savannah Regional Minister, Salisu Be-Awuribe, has accused both the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) and the previous administration of prematurely announcing that the Savannah College of Education had been absorbed by the government and had attained public status.

Politics

34 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

35 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

39 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

41 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

45 h. ago Mahama agrees with former CJ on need for review of agreements governing extractive industry

President John Dramani Mahama has agreed with former Chief Justice (CJ) Sophia Akuffo on her call for a review of agreements governing the nation’s extractive industry.  

Politics

51 h. ago GFA hands GHC 5.1M deal to Chief of Staff to procure buses in blatant conflict of interest

The room was filled with anticipation. Club administrators, coaches, and football enthusiasts had gathered in Kumasi for the Ghana Football Association's (GFA) Ordinary Congress in 2023. As the GFA President, Kurt Okraku, took the stage, his voice carried the weight of promise and change.

Economics