The Ghana Police Service has apprehended four individuals suspected of involvement in the brutal killing of a Mobile Money (MoMo) vendor in Aflao, in the Volta Region. In a statement issued on May 12, 2025, the Volta Regional Police Command announced that the suspects were arrested on May 10 during a coordinated, intelligence-led operation. The…
The President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Angel Carbonou, has called on the government to implement a comprehensive national policy to regulate mobile phone use among senior high school students, arguing that the existing ban is no longer effective. Speaking in an interview with Citi FM on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, Mr….
The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has summoned the Acting CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, in connection with a widely circulated video showing him publicly handing over a cash gift to evangelist and former fetish priestess, Nana Agradaa—legally known as Patricia Oduro Koranteng. In the viral footage, Mr. Gyamfi is seen giving…
The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has officially begun its annual one-month ban on drumming and noise-making, effective today, May 12, and running through to June 12. This traditional exercise is an integral part of the lead-up to the Homowo Festival, a cherished cultural event of the Ga people. According to a statement signed by Gilbert…
The Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) has issued a strong call to traders across the country to immediately reduce the prices of goods and services in light of the cedi’s recent appreciation. In a concise yet firm statement, GUTA urged the trading community to reflect the improved exchange rate in their pricing. “We wish…
Mr. Victor Adawudu, a private legal practitioner, has raised concerns that Mr. Kwabena Adu-Boahene, former Director General of the National Signals Bureau, may have violated his oath of secrecy by publicly sharing confidential information about his previous role. Speaking on a current affairs programme over the weekend, Mr. Adawudu stressed that public officials are bound…
The Ministry of Higher Education of Botswana has commended Ghana’s Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Service for its forward-thinking and impactful approach to skills development. In pursuit of best practices, a high-level delegation from Botswana—led by Sector Minister Mr. Prince Maele and a team of education experts—is currently on a week-long visit to…
Cape Coast Mayor George Justice Arthur has announced a comprehensive plan to restore the long-abandoned Atta Mills Presidential Library, aiming to bring the deteriorating facility back to life through a partnership with the Ghana Library Authority and the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly. Originally commissioned in 2016 to serve as a hub for research, education, and…
Ghana’s Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mubarak, has officially inaugurated a newly reconstituted Governing Board for the National Identification Authority (NIA), charging the team with the responsibility of strengthening the country’s national identification system to ensure it is secure, inclusive, and reliable. The 10-member board is chaired by Mr. Moses Afetsi Positive and comprises…
President John Dramani Mahama has issued a firm ultimatum to the leadership of the Volta River Authority (VRA), warning that any recurrence of the catastrophic Akosombo Dam spillage of 2023 will result in their resignation or immediate dismissal. In a televised address on Wednesday, May 7, marking his first 120 days in office, President Mahama…
