5 d. ago Weaponisation of bail terms must be checked – Dr. Zaato urges judiciary actions

Political analyst and senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Joshua Zaato, has raised concerns about the cohesive use of power by the Office of the Special Prosecutor and other investigative bodies.

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5 d. ago Kpebu’s case is a misdemeanour; OSP is overstretching the matter – Appiaagyei

Law lecturer at the University of Ghana has criticised the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) for what he calls an excessive response in the arrest private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu.

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5 d. ago Kpebu’s case is a misdemeanour; OSP is overstretching the matter – Appiagyei

Law lecturer at the University of Ghana has criticised the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) for what he calls an excessive response in the arrest private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu.

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5 d. ago Removal of special prosecutor could deepen perception of political interference

A law lecturer at the University of Ghana, Professor Kwadwo Appiagyei-Atua, has cautioned that any move to remove the Special Prosecutor at this time could reinforce public perceptions that the government is seeking to weaken anti-corruption institutions. Speaking on The Pulse on Joy News, the human rights and governance expert said the process surrounding any potential impeachment would place a heavy burden on the current Chief Justice to demonstrate fairness and independence.

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5 d. ago Removal of special prosecutor could deepen perception of political interference – Law professor

A law lecturer at the University of Ghana, Professor Kwadwo Appiagyei-Atua, has cautioned that any move to remove the Special Prosecutor at this time could reinforce public perceptions that the government is seeking to weaken anti-corruption institutions. Speaking on The Pulse on Joy News, the human rights and governance expert said the process surrounding any potential impeachment would place a heavy burden on the current Chief Justice to demonstrate fairness and independence.

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5 d. ago Minority’s “vicious defence” saved Ghana from bad lithium deal – Dr Zaato

Political scientist and senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Joshua Zaato, has praised the Minority in Parliament for what he describes as their “vicious defence and rejection” of the government’s renegotiated lithium agreement, saying the country owes the current pushback to their unwavering stance. Speaking on the AM Show, Dr Zaato said the Minority Caucus has shown exceptional leadership in resisting what they believed to be an unfavourable deal for Ghanaians. “We are here today because that small minority in Parliament refused to be intimidated, refused to be bulldozed, refused to be harassed. They knew their stuff,” he stated.

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7 d. ago Banks Cannot Ignore Ghana Reference Rate Says Finance Expert

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banks-cannot-ignore-ghana-reference-rate-says-finance-expert/Competition will force Ghanaian banks to reduce lending rates as the Ghana Reference Rate continues falling, according to a senior finance lecturer who says lenders attempting to maintain high charges will price themselves out of the market. Dr. Benjamin Amoah, a senior lecturer at the University of Ghana Business School, told JoyNews that banks operating […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/banks-cannot-ignore-ghana-reference-rate-says-finance-expert/

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8 d. ago Gov’t urged to strengthen fiscal discipline to avoid premature return to costly borrowing 

Professor Issahaku Haruna, a Senior Lecturer at the Department of Finance of the University for Development Studies (UDS), has urged government to strengthen fiscal discipline.

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1 week ago University Lecturer Calls for Scrapping Office of Special Prosecutor

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-lecturer-calls-for-scrapping-office-of-special-prosecutor/Dr. Joshua Jebuntie Zaato, a political science lecturer at the University of Ghana, has called for the scrapping of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), arguing that the institution has outlived its usefulness and resources allocated to it should be channeled into development projects like the Big Push initiative. The senior lecturer described the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-lecturer-calls-for-scrapping-office-of-special-prosecutor/

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2 w. ago University Lecturers Announce Reconciliation After Television Clash

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-lecturers-announce-reconciliation-after-television-clash/A senior lecturer at the University of Ghana (UG), Dr. George Domfeh, says he has resolved his recent public disagreement with fellow academic Professor Ransford Gyampo, following what he described as a long and cordial telephone conversation between the two. In a statement posted on Facebook on Wednesday, November 20, 2025, Dr. Domfeh said both […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-lecturers-announce-reconciliation-after-television-clash/

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2 w. ago University Opens Probe Into Lecturers After Television Altercation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-opens-probe-into-lecturers-after-television-altercation/The University of Ghana (UG) says it has begun internal processes to review the conduct of Professor Ransford Gyampo and Dr. George Domfeh following a heated on air altercation between the two Senior Members during a current affairs programme on TV3. In a statement issued on November 21, 2025, management said it had noted a […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/university-opens-probe-into-lecturers-after-television-altercation/

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2 w. ago Policy Success Needs More Than Announcements Says UPSA Lecturer

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/policy-success-needs-more-than-announcements-says-upsa-lecturer/A lecturer at the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), has argued that President John Dramani Mahama’s 24 hour economy and BIG Push policies represent a critical opportunity to redesign Ghana’s growth model by placing small firms at the center rather than treating them as afterthoughts. However, Dr Winston Asiedu Inkumsah emphasized that transforming policy […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/policy-success-needs-more-than-announcements-says-upsa-lecturer/

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2 w. ago ECOWAS Court may award compensation, not reinstatement, in Torkonoo Case – Prof Appiagyei

A law lecturer at the University of Ghana, Prof. Kwadwo Appiagyei-Atua, states that former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo may receive monetary compensation if the ECOWAS Court finds that her rights were violated; however, she is unlikely to be reinstated to her former position.

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2 w. ago Gyampo Remains Defiant Amid Renewed Controversy Over Past Allegations

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gyampo-remains-defiant-amid-renewed-controversy-over-past-allegations/Professor Ransford Gyampo, the acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers Authority, has declared himself unbothered by what he characterizes as a failed propaganda campaign orchestrated by political opponents seeking to undermine the current government’s reform agenda. The University of Ghana political science lecturer made these defiant remarks through social media following reports […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/gyampo-remains-defiant-amid-renewed-controversy-over-past-allegations/

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3 w. ago Agricultural Expert Praises Budget Oil Palm Development Policy

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agricultural-expert-praises-budget-oil-palm-development-policy/Dr Ackah calls for similar commitment to cassava and home gardening initiatives A Senior Lecturer at the University of Cape Coast’s Department of Crop Science has commended the government’s 2026 budget for its ambitious and well funded National Policy on Integrated Oil Palm Development running from 2026 to 2032. Speaking to The High Street Journal, […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/agricultural-expert-praises-budget-oil-palm-development-policy/

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3 w. ago Economist Questions Sustainability of Ghana’s 800,000 Job Creation Plan

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-questions-sustainability-of-ghanas-800000-job-creation-plan/Ghana’s ambitious 2026 Budget promises 800,000 new jobs, but an economist warns the country risks repeating cycles of temporary employment that disappear once projects end. Dr. Paul Appiah Konadu, an economist and lecturer at Academic City University, has raised concerns about the durability of employment opportunities outlined in the government’s latest fiscal plan. While he […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/economist-questions-sustainability-of-ghanas-800000-job-creation-plan/

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3 w. ago 2026 Budget: Economist urges efficient implementation of bold infrastructure plans

Economist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Priscilla Twumasi Baffour, has welcomed the government’s renewed emphasis on infrastructure development in the 2026 Budget but cautioned that the real test lies in effective implementation and prudent use of public funds.

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3 w. ago Dr. Zaato urges finance minister to release funds for Wa–Tumu–Chuchuliga road in 2026 budget

Political scientist and senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Joshua Zaato, has called on the government to make good on its longstanding promise to complete the Wa–Tumu–Chuchuliga Road, one of the key infrastructure projects repeatedly mentioned in national budgets over the years.

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3 w. ago Dr. Zaato criticises Pusiga MP over ‘Insensitive’ comment on GAF recruitment deaths

Political scientist and senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Joshua Zaato, has sharply criticised comments by the Member of Parliament for Pusiga, Laadi Ayii Ayamba, describing them as “insensitive” and a reflection of “mediocrity” in the country’s political leadership.

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