News of Wednesday, 16 April 2025

Galamsey: End impunity and commit to state of emergency – Abu Jinapor to govt

I never said Mahama appointed 100 presidential staffers – Abu Jinapor

Lands Minister justifies non-renewal of Gold Fields' Mining Lease

Manwe traditional area inducts Naa Yahaya Hamidu Saliah as Divisional Chief of Bujunimuni

Water crisis hits Accra: Residents, businesses struggle to cope

Pedestrians in Kumasi demand restoration of bollards for safety

No one can stop Bawumia’s rise – Former NPP executive declares

Minority urges Mahama to act on Bawku security situation

Electrification project announced for Kantamanto market

Ghana targets one million tech talents in new digital training initiative

GRA locks up over 150 shops in Kumasi over unpaid taxes

GPL 24/25: Aduana Stars defeat spiritless Hearts of Oak

NPP to begin nationwide Thank You Tour after 2024 election defeat

Agric Minister signs $1m deal to boost food production and support women in the North

Avoid ‘brute talk’ in law enforcement – Franklin Cudjoe to Kumasi Mayor

Supreme court adjourns Chief Justice injunction case to May 6

Sokode SHTS Clash: Report uncovers drug use, indiscipline, GH¢175k damage

Minority warns against ‘loose petitions’ targeting Chief Justice Torkornoo

Govt terminates Ofosu Asamoah’s appointment as Labour Commission Boss

E/R: Illegal miners invade Nwii River in the Kwahu West municipality

I haven’t sacked anyone - Petroleum Hub CEO clears air

Feed Ghana initiative will solve Ghana's food problems - Casper Kampoli

Akufo-Addo must take responsibility for NPP’s defeat – Dr. Amoako Baah

Chief Justice directs registrars to prevent jurors from serving in multiple courts as criminal assizes begin

Use bank guarantees to finance country’s nat’l budget – Dr. Frank Forbes-Menson-UK International Financial Expert

Ghanaians should report drug couriers - Patrick Agyapong

I’m unemployed, bring my commission – Napo jokingly confronts Comedian OB Amponsah

I’m not running in 2028—Napo shuts down flagbearer rumours

NPP’s 2024 election defeat: Committee presents investigative report to national leadership

NPP will not make 2024 election defeat report public – Richard Ahiagbah

I would've thrown Akufo-Addo out of NPP if… - Amoako Baah

"Pray for me": GH policeman deployed to Bawku to help restore peace cries out

The future of mobility in Ghana: How digital innovation is revolutionising car rentals

NPP's 2024 election defeat: Prof Oquaye declines comment after presenting probe report

Dr Ernest Ofori Sarpong honoured as Outstanding citizen at the Georgia State Capitol

Akosua Manu questions govts silence over mayor’s assault threat

Kumasi Mayor backtracks on threats: No more beatings, offenders to face court

Edem Agbana leads push in Ketu North to create jobs through agriculture

Take advantage of the One Million Coders Programme - Mahama urges youth

Stop Mahama from ousting CJ – Minority to Chiefs, Clergy

Judicial reforms: Jury selection now open to all citizens – Chief Justice

Victor Kwadjoga rejects claims of data manipulation in Ghana’s IMF deal

Wa West MP urges Asantehene to fast-track Bawku peace mediation

CIMAG hails commissioning of 453 Blue Water Guards; calls it a milestone for Ghana’s maritime security and environmental sustainability

'Thanks for using my name to fill halls but...' -Napo to comedian OB Amponsah

Bawku Conflict: Open letter to UN Security Council President

Ghana Venture Capital Association to host annual conference from April 24

GAYO presents 2024 Earthshot Prize to Minister, calls for stronger government partnership on sustainability

Cybersecurity expert urges telcos to identify system vulnerabilities amid rising MoMo fraud

W/R: NDC youth lock up NSS Office over Coordinator’s appointment

Chief Justice launches reforms to boost jury system efficiency

90,000 apply for national coders programme in Just 48 hours - Mahama announces

Parliament's Trade Committee promises more tax waivers for industries to support job creation agenda

I'm not running for flagbearer in 2028 - NAPO

Willie Klutse: Good ambassador for football

Suit against CJ's removal: Mahama is performing his constitutional duty - Ayine replies Dame

'One Million Coders' programme is for you, take it and own it – President Mahama tells youth

You are the architects of our digital future - Mahama tells Ghanaian youth as he launches One Million Coders programme

Illegal mining proceeds allegedly funding Bawku conflict – Forestry Commission

Man arrested over alleged sale of Ghana’s Diplomatic Mission property in Lagos

MPHIL student jailed for admission fraud; faces more fraud cases

Govt launches One Million Coders Programme to drive digital transformation

Ayine rebuffs calls for Mahama to halt CJ removal proceedings

REGSEC swoops on illegal miners on Bonsa river

Imminent land-led crisis looms at Apenkwa -Chief

Akosua Manu questions Govt’s silence over Mayor’s assault threat

Supreme Court adjourns injunction case on CJ’s removal to May 6

CJ Removal: Supreme Court adjourns hearing to May 6

1 Million Coders initiative to give equal digital opportunities - Sam George

Weija Gbawe: Ahmed Shaib cautions GWL to handle spillage with care

E/R: Illegal miners invade Mim River in the Kwahu West municipality

Ghanaians in US face new immigration restrictions and rules under Trump

Sincerity, Friendship and Equality: Written in An Era of Global Economic Turbulence

UEW cracks down: MPhil student expelled over fake admissions & forged grades

Photos: Illegal miners invade Tano Anwia forest reserve again

Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra appoints first Ghanaian GM

Govt launches One Million Coders Programme to empower youth with digital skills

Supreme Court sets May 6 for hearing of injunction applications in Chief Justice Case

Police seek help to identify deceased pregnant woman found on Tema motorway

Ghanaians in U.S. urged to comply with new immigration regulation

One Million Coders project sees explosive interest with over 91,000 applications

Tariff hike part of IMF conditionalities – Ato Forson

Arrest gang leaders of hidden galamsey settlement – Prof Appiagyei-Atua

We can build a brighter future — Vice President Naana Jane speaks after health scare

IGP Welcomes CDS with Guard of Honour at Police Headquarters

IMF Confirms Robust Growth In 2024 – Minority

Supreme Court adjourns injunction application against CJ’s removal to May 6

24-Hour Economy to provide on-lending support to agribusinesses

Labourer pleads not guilty to child abduction at Mallam Market

KMA Boss Vows To Publicly Flog Kumasi Hawkers … if they disobey orders  

We must immediately declare a state of emergency - Awula Serwah

453 Blue Water Guards pass out to bolster fight against illegal mining in water bodies

Government Declines To Renew Goldfields Mining Lease

Agongo: Akufo-Addo gov't 'persecuted' me for 8 years due to 'backward thinking' rooted in prejudice

Kusaug Chiefs Grateful To IGP For Visiting Bawku

Ghana-Russia Centre and UAE explore collaborative opportunities for growth and innovation

Labourer pleads not guilty to child abduction at Mallam Market

Adukrom: Boy, 15, murdered after intervening in GHC10 fight

Togo’s Foreign Minister On A Crusade To Tell Africa’s True History

'Traders are not adversaries' - Minority Caucus decries Kumasi Mayor’s threats of physical assault

Akosua Manu calls for immediate removal of Kumasi Mayor over assault threat

New Dunkwa ‘Nifahene’ advocates gov’t, chiefs partnership to fight illegal mining

IMF Confirms Robust Growth In 2024 – Minority

Supreme Court hears injunction application against CJ's removal today

Driver remanded over alleged escape from police custody

Imminent land-led crisis looms at Apenkwa -Chief

Rein in 'militant' Kumasi Mayor - Minority to Local Govt Minister

Police Dispatch 4 Gun Toting Robbers …In Ashanti Region

Leadership must be based on competence, not ethnicity - Ebi Bright's team

W/R: Illegal miners begin reconstructing raided settlement

NPP convenes emergency NEC and National Council meetings today

Defence Minister vows decisive action in galamsey fight: “We will talk less and act more”

Trans women are not legally women – UK Supreme Court rules

Traditional Coup In Kwahu Must Be Quelled –Forum

2 Nigerian Women Remanded for allegedly engaging in human trafficking 

24-Hour Economy to provide on-lending support to agribusinesses

New Dunkwa ‘Nifahene’ advocates gov’t, chiefs partnership to fight illegal mining

REGSEC swoops on illegal miners on Bonsa river

Suale’s Murder Suspect Refused Bail Again

2 Nigerian Women Remanded for allegedly engaging in human trafficking 

Stop The Excuses & Increase Producer Price Of Cocoa Now -Minority Caucus

Pregnant woman found dead on Tema-Accra Motorway; police seek public’s help

NPP lied to Ghanaians —Wereko Brobbey and Yaw Boamah speak on poor leadership, Mahama’s task ahead

Kumasi Mayor’s comments a recipe for chaos – Akosua Manu blasts threat against traders

Ghana and Singapore agree to continue Visa Waiver Agreement

Govt disburses GH¢550m for NHIS claims – NHIA boss

Sack Kumasi Mayor now – Akosua Manu to Mahama

Govt disburses GH¢550m for NHIS claims – NHIA boss

No law backs brute force on street hawkers – Osei-Mensah tells Kumasi Mayor

Tariff increases will cripple traders — GUTA slams PURC

Ebi Bright is one of us: Team fires back at claims she’s not indigenous to Tema

OR Foundation announces electrification plan for Kantamanto market

Isaac Adebesah takes office as new GRATIS CEO

Minority donates GH¢200,000 to Kantamanto fire victims

Minority MPs criticise Kumasi Mayor’s ‘military-democratic’ threats to traders

22 pupils hospitalised in Prampram over suspected Asana contamination – Minister assures probe underway

Energy Minister appeals to Tamale residents to help NEDCo fight illegal connections

GMet forecasts hot weather with evening thunderstorms in parts of Ghana

Use bank guarantees to finance country’s nat’l budget  - Financial expert

KMA approves President’s nominee

Alpha and Omega Specialist Hospital records 85,332 outpatient visits 1st year

$370m 5th tranche ECF expected in June - IMF

C/R NPP condemns NIB over Ntim Fordjour’s arrest

Clergy urged to use Easter to promote cleanliness, sanitation

453 Blue Water River Guards pass out to protect environment

Qatar Charity inaugurates water project at Sagnarigu

Ghanaians in U.S. face penalties if they don’t carry legal documents

US tariffs may cost chip equipment makers more than $1 billion, industry estimates

ECOWAS to launch 50th Anniversary celebrations in Accra on April 22

Volta, Oti confirm  all nominees for MDCE positions

Minority gives to Kantamanto fire victims

Worsening Tamale water crisis: Bupiala residents scoop water from dried dam  …to quench thirst

G/A Minister leads cleanup exercise in Shai-Osudoku

Bawku conflict: We need operational shift in 72 hours - Prof. Aning warns

Galamsey fight: We'll talk less and let action and outcomes guide us - Defence Minister Omane Boamah

Kumasi Mayor justifies flogging threat: “Police too costly, I want results”

GAF has been empowered to fight galamsey menace - Defence Minister

Meet the incoming Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Ghana

We have needed political will to fight galamsey - Defence Minister

Hotels association calls for tourism forum, accountability

Healthy Farmer’s telemedicine innovation supports rural farmers to promote food security

Accept criticisms in good faith – Kofi Adams advises Black Stars

MMDCE agitations based on assumptions, not facts – Ahmed Ibrahim

Ghana must end cycle of IMF reliance – Sagnarigu MP

No need to release Black Stars budget now – Kofi Adams

Govt to review Ghana Automotive Development Policy

Stop politicising Ghana’s economic gains – Oppong Nkrumah tells govt

Illegal Connections: Energy Minister decries rampant power theft

'It was a hoax, a sham' – Sam George alleges SIM registration under NPP was ‘brazen fraud’

Sam George sends evidence to Attorney General over SIM registration ‘hoax’ under NPP

'We’ve reintroduced anti-LGBTQ bill' – Sam George vows fidelity to Ghanaian Family Values

2 remanded for illegally transiting ammunitions at Aflao

Two suspects arrested for attempted robbery near Asankragua

Driver accused of escaping from police custody remanded

Ahmed Suale murder case: High Court denies suspect bail

Driver accused of escaping from police custody remanded

Driver remanded over alleged escape from police custody

Dispatch rider granted GH¢16,000 bail in fraud case

Security guard remanded for knife threat in iPhone robbery

NPP’s 2024 election defeat: Committee presents investigative report to national leadership

Annoh-Dompreh – I expected the NDC to fail, but I just didn’t think it would be this fast

W/R: NDC youth lock up NSS Office over Coordinator’s appointment

Stop Mahama from ousting CJ – Minority to Chiefs, Clergy

Supreme Court sets May 6 for hearing of injunction applications in Chief Justice Case

No one can block Mahama’s constitutional duty – Dr. Ayine fires back

I'm not running for flagbearer in 2028 - NAPO

ORAL Delays: Gov’t is gathering evidence to pin down corrupt appointees from the previous gov’t – Asiedu Nketia

Level 100 student allegedly commits suicide after partner cheats on him

Adum Fire: Developers defy city authorities, start reconstructing fire ravaged buildings

West Hills Mall announces activities for Easter weekend

Stop illegal mining or spend not less than 10 years in jail - Bono Minister warns

Low voltage and power fluctuations experienced in Volta Region due to insufficient supply from GRIDCO - ECG 

Ghanaians in U.S. face penalties if they don’t carry legal documents

Olive Tower Prayer Ministries, Unilever Ghana hold free health screening for 700 Pokuase M.A. Basic School students

Health Minister cautions heads of training institutions against intimidation tactics

Private health facilities association of Ghana launches 5th annual general conference

Women and Girls Bleed Too: Shining light on haemophilia and bleeding disorders in women and girls

Indian High Commissioner announces cooperation in herbal medicine between Ghana and India

Fit and Festive This Easter Season: Embrace Post-Meal Walks for Better Health

Heavy drinking linked with lasting impact on the brain, study finds

Top Benefits of Cashew Nuts

Terrifying complications of butt lift jabs 

Minority not desperate in criticizing govt – Abu Jinapor

Parliamentary Health Committee to assess hospitals across Ghana in nationwide tour

Galamsey worsened under Mahama govt - Abu Jinapor

Galamsey has worsened under Mahama - Nana B

Removing CJ will set a bad precedent for Ghana – John Darko

Abu Jinapor: NPP’s 2024 election loss was unexpected and difficult

Water scarcity worsens in Agbozume despite repeated appeals

Don't destabilise Ghana's constitutional democracy by removing CJ - John Darko to Mahama

2024 Election Defeat: Oquaye-led committee presents report to NPP National Council

Let's not politicize decongestion efforts in Kumasi - John Darko

NPP’s Nana B blames Mahama for escalating Bawku conflict

Oquaye committee presents report on election 2024 defeat to NPP leadership

Judiciary must resist attempts to remove CJ – Afenyo-Markin

Ahiagbah: We won’t make post election report public

Mahama did reckless politics with Bawku conflict - Nana B

NPP urges judges to resist attempts to remove Chief Justice

Muster courage and go by dictates of report - Dr Asah-Asante to NPP

New lecture hall commissioned at Artillery Training School in Akoefe

Oquaye report credible and detailed — NPP’s Nana B

Stop illegal mining or spend 10 years in jail – Bono Regional Minister cautions

Prof. Oquaye’s report: NPP sets up 9-member committee to review constitution

Ofosu Asamoah removed as Labour Commission Boss

NPP warns members against speculation over Oquaye report

Adamu Yakubu confirmed as Sissala East MCE with overwhelming support

Talensi: Nabwomya secures overwhelming endorsement as DCE amid tensions

Gov’t Launches One Million Coders Programme To Power Digital Future

I'm no longer a member of the NPP - Dr Amoako Baah

Ursula Foundation donates to Labone SHS

PURC hosts review of regulatory frameworks for rural water supply, sanitation

Supreme Court Adjourns CJ Removal Injunction Case To May 6

I'm not running for President in 2028 elections - Napo

AG dismisses calls to suspend Chief Justice removal process

Sam George: Over 91,000 apply for coding programme

One Million Coders programme key to Ghana’s digital future – Mahama

I’m not interested in running for Flagbearer in 2028 – NAPO

One Million Coders Programme a bold step towards Ghana’s digital future – Sam George

NPP activist only meant well for Vice President in Facebook post-MP

Minority demands action against KMA Boss over flogging threat – Minority

Sack Kumasi Mayor now – Akosua Manu to Mahama

Akosua Manu demands dismissal of Kumasi Mayor over assault threat

Monetise hawker indiscipline, don’t resort to assault – Elvis Darko to Kumasi Mayor

Afigya Kwabre South MP rallies women to embrace leadership and education

Minority condemns Kumasi MCE's

Trump’s Tariffs A Wake-Up Call For Africa – Former CPP Chairperson

Patrick Boamah donates to Christian Council ahead of Easter Celebration

Cleaning up the system does not mean replacing NPP members with NDC members – Asiedu Nketia

Fiscal risks in the energy sector remain a challenge- Ato Forson

Minority’s donation to Adum Market victims laughable – Ade Coker

Full Text: Statement By Finance Minister After 4th Review of IMF-Supported Programme

Murder cases: Families demand justice after years of silence

No NDC member will support the overzealous Kumasi mayor in his “beating” expedition-Ade Coker

Mahama can ensure all galamsey operators leave forest reserves in two weeks if he wants to – Manasseh Azure

GA/R: Ashai Odamtten deepens grassroots engagement during parliamentary recess

Asiedu Nketia warns NDC presidential hopefuls to focus on governance, not 2028 ambitions

Ghana Tourism Authority showcases unique offerings at Seatrade Cruise Global Exhibition in Miami