4 h. ago West African health ministers pledge joint action against Lassa fever

West African health ministers have united in a pledge to tackle Lassa fever with renewed joint action and a collaborative commitment to accelerating vaccine development and enhancing regional readiness against the growing health threat posed by the disease.

Politics

4 h. ago Nigerian Opposition Groups Condemn Tinubu’s US$1.75bn World Bank Loan

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-opposition-groups-condemn-tinubus-us1-75bn-world-bank-loan/Political parties and civil society organizations have strongly criticized President Bola Tinubu’s plan to secure a fresh $1.75 billion loan from the World Bank despite record revenue collections. The Conference of Nigeria Political Parties (CNPP) and Coalition of National Civil Society Organisations (CNCSOs) jointly condemned the borrowing plan as “reckless” and “insensitive” in a statement […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Roger A. Agana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-opposition-groups-condemn-tinubus-us1-75bn-world-bank-loan/

Economics

5 h. ago Nigerian Business Leader and New York Archbishop to be Honored

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-business-leader-and-new-york-archbishop-to-be-honored/Nigerian entrepreneur Tony Elumelu and Cardinal Timothy Dolan will receive the prestigious Appeal of Conscience Award at the foundation’s 60th Annual Gala on September 29, 2025, at the Waldorf Astoria in New York City. The Appeal of Conscience Foundation announced the dual honor on September 4, recognizing both leaders for their commitment to ethical leadership […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigerian-business-leader-and-new-york-archbishop-to-be-honored/

Politics

8 h. ago Ghanaian Screenwriter Joins Elite African Storytelling Program

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-screenwriter-joins-elite-african-storytelling-program/Gamel Apalayine has been selected for the prestigious AuthenticA Series Lab alongside three other African writers in a competitive program designed to elevate continental storytelling to global audiences. The Ghanaian filmmaker joins Nigerian-British poet Joladé Olusanya, Kenyan scriptwriter Mona Ombogo, and Egyptian-Canadian filmmaker Reem Morsi in the fourth edition of the six-month development program run […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Prosper Kay, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/ghanaian-screenwriter-joins-elite-african-storytelling-program/

Politics

12 h. ago Let’s Enforce Regulations To Ensure Good Sanitation – Mark Dzodzozie

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Robert Ayanful, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/lets-enforce-regulations-to-ensure-good-sanitation-mark-dzodzozie/The Environmental Health Director of Agona West Municipality, Mr. Mark Dzodzozie, has warned that the directorate will not hesitate to take drastic action and punish offenders who fail to participate in the national cleanup exercise, to deter others. He gave this warning during last Saturday’s cleanup exercise at Agona Swedru, where the majority of the […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, Robert Ayanful, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/lets-enforce-regulations-to-ensure-good-sanitation-mark-dzodzozie/

Politics

16 h. ago Vaccine hesitancy threatens Nigeria’s fight against infectious diseases

Vaccine hesitancy is fast becoming a major public health obstacle in Nigeria, where anti-vaccine campaigns are undermining progress against infectious diseases and raising fears of prolonged outbreaks.

Events

18 h. ago Lassa fever is a local challenge, solutions must come from within – Nigerian Health Minister

Lassa fever vaccines could prevent deaths, protect communities, and strengthen economies across West Africa.

Politics

23 h. ago International Legal Battle Threatens Ghana’s Mining Sector Over Black Volta Gold Project

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-legal-battle-threatens-ghanas-mining-sector-over-black-volta-gold-project/Ghana’s mining sector faces potential international arbitration as competing ownership claims over the Black Volta Gold Project have escalated into a high-stakes legal confrontation that could expose the country to billion-dollar liability claims. Engineers & Planners Company Ltd has announced the successful acquisition of all issued shares of Azumah Resources Ghana Ltd and Upwest Resources […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/international-legal-battle-threatens-ghanas-mining-sector-over-black-volta-gold-project/

Events

24 h. ago Businessman in court for allegedly trafficking 5 Nigerians to Ghana 

A 30-year-old businessman accused of trafficking five persons from Nigeria to Ghana under the pretext of securing them jobs has appeared before an Accra Circuit Court.  

Events

24 h. ago DSTv Row Threatens Ghana Diplomats’ New Investment Performance Targets

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dstv-row-threatens-ghana-diplomats-new-investment-performance-targets/Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa Benjamin Quarshie warns that the escalating DSTv pricing dispute could undermine newly appointed envoys’ ability to meet ambitious Key Performance Indicators aimed at boosting foreign investment and trade. The concern emerges as Ghana has introduced its first-ever performance targets for diplomatic missions, with over 500 measurable benchmarks including securing […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/dstv-row-threatens-ghana-diplomats-new-investment-performance-targets/

Events

25 h. ago UN Condemns Attack Killing 50 Civilians in Northeast Nigeria

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/un-condemns-attack-killing-50-civilians-in-northeast-nigeria/The United Nations condemned an attack that killed more than 50 civilians in Nigeria’s northeastern Borno State over the weekend, marking another deadly escalation in violence plaguing the region where Boko Haram and affiliated groups remain active. Mohamed Fall, UN resident and humanitarian coordinator in Nigeria, said an unknown number of people were abducted during […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/un-condemns-attack-killing-50-civilians-in-northeast-nigeria/

Events

30 h. ago Deadly doses: FRHab rehab centre appeals for support as recovery efforts strain

The fight against drug addiction is facing a major setback as under-resourced rehabilitation centers struggle to sustain their services.

Events

32 h. ago United Nigeria Airlines and Southwest Airlines seal agreement for 737

United Nigeria Airlines, one of Africa’s fastest-growing carriers, today announced the signing of a landmark aircraft sale and purchase agreement with Southwest Airlines for the delivery of six Boeing 737-800 aircraft. This strategic acquisition and fleet expansion marks a new phase in United Nigeria Airlines’ strategic plan and growth. The Boeing 737-800, renowned for its […]

Politics

35 h. ago Ghana’s Diaspora Affairs Office, Nigeria’s Presidential Economic Advisory Council laud AfriCanada Expo 2025

The Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President of Ghana and the Presidential Economic Advisory Council of Nigeria have endorsed the upcoming AfriCanada Expo 2025 to be held from October 17–19, 2025 at Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. The endorsement places both Ghana and Nigeria at the centre of Africa–Canada trade, investment, and education relations. […]

Politics

41 h. ago Director leads construction of diagnostic laboratory, disease control unit

Mr Stephen Bordotsiah, the outgoing Bolgatanga Municipal Director of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), is spearheading the construction of a diagnostic laboratory and disease control unit at the Sumbrungu Health Centre to improve healthcare delivery in the area.

Politics

42 h. ago Trump administration says migrant Abrego could be deported to Eswatini

The Trump administration on Friday unveiled a plan to send Kilmar Abrego, whose arrest and fight to stay in the U.S. have become a flashpoint in its immigration crackdown, to the small African nation of Eswatini.

Politics

46 h. ago 3 Nigerians jailed 20 years each for vehicle theft in Kumasi 

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has secured convictions and sentences for three Nigerians engaged in vehicle thefts within the Kumasi metropolis. 

Events

52 h. ago Three Nigerians jailed 20 years each for vehicle theft in Kumasi

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has secured convictions and sentences for three Nigerians engaged in vehicle thefts within the Kumasi metropolis.

Events

53 h. ago Nigeria Wins IATF 2027 Hosting Rights as Ghana Eyes Participation

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-wins-iatf-2027-hosting-rights-as-ghana-eyes-participation/Nigeria has secured hosting rights for the 2027 Intra-African Trade Fair, with Lagos confirmed as the venue, following an announcement by former President Olusegun Obasanjo during the opening of IATF 2025 in Algiers. The selection was announced by Obasanjo, who serves as chairman of the IATF Advisory Board, during the opening ceremony of the fourth […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/nigeria-wins-iatf-2027-hosting-rights-as-ghana-eyes-participation/

Politics

54 h. ago Boko Haram Kills 63 in Deadly Overnight Raid on Nigerian Village

News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/boko-haram-kills-63-in-deadly-overnight-raid-on-nigerian-village/Boko Haram militants have killed at least 63 people, including five soldiers, in a devastating overnight attack on the northeastern Nigerian village of Darul Jamal, where residents had only recently returned after years of displacement. The assault occurred late Friday night in the Bama local government area of Borno State, targeting the border community that […] News Ghana, Latest Updates and Breaking News of Ghana, News Ghana, https://www.newsghana.com.gh/boko-haram-kills-63-in-deadly-overnight-raid-on-nigerian-village/

Events