47 h. ago U.S. airstrikes in Nigeria signal major shift in West African security

United States President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he ordered a "powerful and deadly" military strike against Islamic State militants in Northwest Nigeria. The operation, executed on Christmas Day, targeted what the president described as "ISIS Terrorist Scum" responsible for the persecution of Christians. Trump stated on Truth Social that he had previously warned these groups to "stop the slaughtering of Christians" or face "hell to pay." He characterised the mission as a series of "numerous perfect strikes" carried out by the "Department of War." In his concluding remarks, Trump wrote: "Under my leadership, our Country will not allow Radical Islamic Terrorism to prosper. May God Bless our Military, and MERRY CHRISTMAS to all, including the dead Terrorists, of which there will be many more if their slaughter of Christians continues."

Politics

57 h. ago Nvidia Licenses Groq Technology in Reported Twenty Billion Deal

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nvidia-licenses-groq-technology-in-reported-twenty-billion-deal/Nvidia has agreed to license artificial intelligence chip technology from startup Groq and hire several of its top executives, the companies announced on December 24, 2025. The deal, reportedly valued at $20 billion, represents Nvidia’s largest transaction to date. Groq confirmed that Nvidia will take a non exclusive licence to its inference technology, which enables […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nvidia-licenses-groq-technology-in-reported-twenty-billion-deal/

Economics

61 h. ago Ghana Cannabis Industry Could Generate US$1 Billion But THC Cap Limits Growth

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cannabis-industry-could-generate-us1-billion-but-thc-cap-limits-growth/Ghana’s cannabis industry could generate at least $1 billion annually in tax revenue if regulatory conditions evolve to reflect global medical and research standards, according to Dr Mark Darko, Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Cannabis Industry Ghana. Speaking at the launch of the Chamber of Cannabis Training Centre and Sky Bridge Pharmaceuticals in […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghana-cannabis-industry-could-generate-us1-billion-but-thc-cap-limits-growth/

Economics

62 h. ago Global Forest Products Sector Shows Recovery After Sharp 2023 Decline

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-forest-products-sector-shows-recovery-after-sharp-2023-decline/The global forest products sector showed signs of stabilization in 2024 following a sharp decline the previous year, with international trade in wood and paper products regaining momentum across most major product groups. According to the Global Forest Products Facts and Figures 2024 report released on Wednesday, December 24 by the Food and Agriculture Organization […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/global-forest-products-sector-shows-recovery-after-sharp-2023-decline/

Politics

63 h. ago Joy FM Party in the Park  kicks off as patrons flock in amid growing excitement

The highly anticipated Joy FM Party in the Park 2025 is officially underway, with a steady stream of patrons trooping into the Aburi Botanical Gardens as excitement builds for what promises to be an unforgettable entertainment experience.

Politics

64 h. ago Economist Challenges Central Bank Over Gold Programme Losses

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-challenges-central-bank-over-gold-programme-losses/An economist has questioned the Bank of Ghana and the Ghana Gold Board’s dismissal of reported losses from the country’s gold operations, citing contradictions with International Monetary Fund disclosures in a sharply worded public statement. Frank Bannor, senior research fellow at the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP), challenged the central bank’s Thursday […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-challenges-central-bank-over-gold-programme-losses/

Politics

4 d. ago ICRISAT Schedules Major Conference on Transforming Dryland Agriculture Through South South Cooperation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/icrisat-schedules-major-conference-on-transforming-dryland-agriculture-through-south-south-cooperation/The International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) has announced an international conference focused on innovations to transform dryland agriculture through South South Cooperation, scheduled for September 10 to 12, 2026 at ICRISAT Headquarters in Patancheru, Telangana, India. The conference will bring together leaders from the Global South and beyond to advance practical, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/icrisat-schedules-major-conference-on-transforming-dryland-agriculture-through-south-south-cooperation/

Politics

4 d. ago Urgent Appeal: Family seeks GH¢210,840 to save young woman battling life

A family has launched an urgent public appeal for financial support to save the life of 36-year-old Rebecca Odarquaye, who is battling a life-threatening brain condition following a sudden haemorrhage.

Events

5 d. ago AI Satellites Transform Earth Observation and Disaster Response

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ai-satellites-transform-earth-observation-and-disaster-response/Artificial intelligence (AI) powered satellites are fundamentally changing how humanity monitors Earth, moving from passive data collection to intelligent real time analysis that can save lives during disasters and improve agricultural productivity. Space agencies and researchers report that AI integrated satellites now process terabytes of information directly in orbit, sending only actionable insights to ground […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ai-satellites-transform-earth-observation-and-disaster-response/

Politics

5 d. ago Constitutional Review Committee Proposes Major Reforms for Civic Education Body

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-major-reforms-for-civic-education-body/The Constitutional Review Committee (CRC) has outlined a slate of reforms for the National Commission for Civic Education that signal a strategic shift toward strengthened governance, increased civic participation and enhanced institutional credibility, with potential long term benefits for Ghana’s business environment and investor confidence. In its Constitutional Review Report submitted to President John Dramani […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/constitutional-review-committee-proposes-major-reforms-for-civic-education-body/

Politics

5 d. ago University of Ghana Commissions Innovation Enclave to Drive Youth Entrepreneurship

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-of-ghana-commissions-innovation-enclave-to-drive-youth-entrepreneurship/The University of Ghana (UG) has commissioned its Innovation Enclave, a state of the art facility aimed at bridging the gap between academic research and enterprise development, while promoting youth entrepreneurship and technological innovation. The commissioning, held on Sunday, December 22, 2025, at the former Research and Innovation Directorate (RID) Annex, represents a major milestone […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-of-ghana-commissions-innovation-enclave-to-drive-youth-entrepreneurship/

Events

5 d. ago Treasury market to record another oversubscription; government to borrow GH¢3.31bn this week

“We anticipate activity to moderate this week as the festive period tempers investor participation, but the smaller auction target should still attract sufficient bids, making another oversubscription likely”, said Databank Research.

Politics

5 d. ago Report on Ghana’s new national airline to be presented to President Mahama today

The task force responsible for guiding the establishment of Ghana’s new national airline is set to submit its findings to President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday, December 23, signalling a major step forward in the government’s plans to revive the national carrier.

Politics

5 d. ago UG commissions innovation enclave to drive youth entrepreneurship

The University of Ghana (UG) has commissioned its Innovation Enclave, a facility designed to bridge academic research with youth entrepreneurship.

Events

6 d. ago Why Ghana’s insurance laws still fail claimants, according to new KNUST research

A doctoral researcher at KNUST says personal experience and community-based research reveal deep enforcement failures in Ghana’s motor insurance system, allowing bad-faith claims denial to persist despite existing laws. Dr. Edmund Nelson Amasah, a doctoral researcher at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), says personal experience shaped his resolve to investigate what […]

Politics

6 d. ago Crypto currency influencers to face sanctions without SEC, BoG authorisation

“The promotion of cryptocurrencies will be streamlined. No one will be allowed to offer advice on the performance of any crypto coin or virtual asset without authorisation. If you do so, law enforcement agencies will arrest you, and sanctions will apply,” he emphasised.

Technology

6 d. ago OSP exists largely on paper – Majority Chief Whip Rockson Dafeamekpor

The Majority Chief Whip in Parliament, Rockson Dafeamakpor, has questioned the practical effectiveness of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), arguing that the institution appears to exist largely in name rather than in action.

Politics

7 d. ago African States Imposed 193 Internet Shutdowns Across 41 Countries Since 2016

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-states-imposed-193-internet-shutdowns-across-41-countries-since-2016/African governments imposed 193 internet shutdowns across 41 countries between 2016 and 2024, doubling from 14 instances in 2016 to 28 in 2024, according to a new open access book providing the first comparative analysis of state sponsored digital blackouts written by African researchers. The book titled Internet Shutdowns in Africa Technology Rights and Power […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/african-states-imposed-193-internet-shutdowns-across-41-countries-since-2016/

Events

7 d. ago Photos: First Atlantic Bank PLC officially listed on Ghana Stock Exchange

In a move that signals robust investor confidence in Ghana’s financial sector, First Atlantic Bank PLC officially rang the bell on the trading floor of the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) on Friday, marking its transition to a publicly-listed entity.

Politics

7 d. ago Massive Rot at Research Committee Of The VRHC: Allegations Emerge Over Illegal Gazetting of 24 Chiefs in Agave

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/massive-rot-at-research-committee-of-the-vrhc-allegations-emerge-over-illegal-gazetting-of-24-chiefs-in-agave/The research committee of the Volta Regional House of Chiefs (VRHC), has been hit by serious allegations of corruption and administrative abuse, raising questions about the institution’s credibility in handling chieftaincy dispute matters at the Research Committee level. The VRHC, headquartered in Ho, under the leadership of the Paramount Chief of Anfoega Traditional Area, Togbe […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/massive-rot-at-research-committee-of-the-vrhc-allegations-emerge-over-illegal-gazetting-of-24-chiefs-in-agave/

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