News of Friday, 25 April 2025

PUWU hoists red flags nationwide over gov't plan to privatize ECG and NEDCo

NALAG gets new General Secretary

May Day declared public holiday—Interior Ministry confirms

Suspect in GH₵1.3m Momo robbery remanded by Nalerigu court

W/R police clamp down on crime: Suspects arrested for vehicle theft, gold robbery, galamsey

Mahama pays tribute to late Pope Francis

Takoradi residents call on govt to fix Nkrumah Syno-Hydro interchange

MTN reacts to hack claim, assures users their data is safe

Yaa Naa’s plea moves TTH doctors to resume emergency services

Data Protection Commission probes MTN Ghana over potential cybersecurity breach

Ghana holds Memorial Mass for late Pope Francis at Holy Spirit Cathedral

Teachers have been suppressed for long – Thomas Musah laments

TTH to fully resume services after Health Minister meeting – Dr. Tia

Ease visa restrictions to boost intra-Africa trade – AfCFTA

Mahama orchestrated CJ’s suspension – Nana B claims

Akufo-Addo not responsible for NPP’s 2024 electoral defeat – Osman Masawudu

DAAD opens new regional office in Accra to boost West African Academic ties

This Saturday on Newsfile: Chief Justice suspension and galamsey take centre stage

TUC urges govt to improve wages, conditions to retain skilled workers

Bills Micro-Credit Board Chairman Richard Nii Armah Quaye set to retire

Power will be restored to Amakye Bare soon – PURC assures

Bernice Anowa Welbeck appointed Ag Executive Secretary of NLC

GNAT hails govt over teacher promotions following strike threat

Ghana’s economy to grow by 4.0% in 2025 – IMF

Zoomlion Ghana disassociates itself from equipment used in galamsey

‘Management is weak’ – Dagbon envoy criticises TTH leadership over Doctors’ strike

Cyra Pamela Koranteng resigns as Judicial Secretary, deputy elevated

Minority demands immediate reinstatement of suspended Chief Justice

Acting Chief Justice appoints Dr. Bapuuroh as interim Judicial Secretary

A/R: NDC executives accuse military officers of targeting their supporters

Cyracus Bapuuroh appointed as acting Judicial Secretary

Education Minister charges CIMG to champion national branding and public sector marketing

Benjamin Arthur hands over as Chief Executive of Fair Wages

Photos: Mahama swears in newly appointed Military Service Commanders

Govt withdraws injunction against anti-galamsey protest – Deputy AG

Mahama swears in top military chiefs, sets new security agenda

TTH Doctors resume emergency services following Yaa Naa’s intervention

TTH doctors resume emergency services hours after Yaa Naa's intervention

Momo vendors call for urgent action to protect their lives after recent attacks

“It is evil”: Basitale vows to keep Zoomlion from paying cleaners GH¢250

ASFC 2025: Ghana boys to fight for bronze after defeat to Tanzania

President Mahama declares 1st July as National Day of Prayers and Thanksgiving

NDC parliamentary caucus will not interfere in YEA-Zoomlion contract – Ayariga

Mpraeso MP criticizes NPP over Constitutional amendment drive without electoral defeat report

NPP invites proposals for constitutional amendments ahead of July conference

Chief of Army Staff was not shot in Bawku – GAF

NDC MPs not meddling in YEA-Zoomlion sanitation contract - Majority Leader

Mahama declares July 1 as National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving

We’re committed to paying better cocoa prices despite challenges – COCOBOD CEO

Mahama swears in new Military Commanders to Armed Forces Council

Ghana keeps losing money because offenders are not prosecuted – James Avedzi

Marietta Brew chairs new UG Governing Council

Thaddeus Sory writes: Bin the cacophony — Trust the process

Community leadership at the forefront of the Global HIV Strategy for Africa’s future

Zoomlion had no contract under my watch – Former YEA CEO breaks silence

Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah wins in court, police challenge to protest thrown out

Useless Column: ‘Men gossip more’

Don't underestimate the power of bold beginnings - Anthony Dzamefe urges youth

Gov’t committed to retooling public health facilities - Parliamentary Select Committee

Interior Ministry declares May 1, Workers' Day, a public holiday

Johnnie Hughes calls out doctors over apology demands amid hospital shortcomings

Cancel Zoomlion contract entirely, don’t just review it – Manasseh to YEA CEO

Johnnie Hughes challenges doctors’ comments on death at TTH

YEA boss Malik Basintale vows to end Zoomlion contract in its current form, calls it ‘evil’

E/R: Tension mounts at Aboso as herdsmen’s properties torched, six cattle killed

Bawku: GAF refutes claims of attacks on Chief of Army Staff

SHS students donate GHs100k towards care of victim of Adventist SHS shooting

Africa must build, own its technology to secure its future - Margins ID Group CEO

Education minister directs NTC to propose alternatives before it scraps teacher licensure exams

Optimising Your Health: The Role of Meal Timing and Frequency

I won't renew Zoomlion contract if sweepers' salary remains GH¢250 - Basintale declares

JAGILS partners Rolla Foundation to support less privileged children in Kumasi

SHS students keeping dangerous weapon and harmful implements - CHASS reveals

Johnnie Hughes challenges doctors’ comments on death, questions apology demands

TTH: Yaa Naa appeals to striking doctors to resume emergency care

CDD-Ghana launches international desk to tackle emerging geopolitics in West and Central Africa

Parliament’s sanitation committee urges swift payment of GH₵1.3b debt owed to Zoomlion

Accra High Court strikes out motion against anti-galamsey protest

Ex-Pres Kufour's nephew attempted to bribe me with $10k – Hanna Bissiw-Kotei

AFFA files RTI over 'Recruitment Corruption' at GIFEC

GAF denies attack on Chief of Army Staff in Bawku

UG Governing Council inaugurated as gov’t announces GHC50M research boost

Respect legal process in CJ case – GBA warns lawyers, politicians

Condemning before hearing means nothing took place – Alex Gyamfi on CJ case

New US immigration rules: Lawyer breaks down how new laws could affect Ghanaians

Ghana Armed Forces denies attack on Army Chief in Bawku

CDD-Ghana launches International Desk to tackle global threats to African democracy

Minority health committee demands immediate restoration of services at Tamale Teaching Hospital

Parliament pays tribute to former Clerk, Mr. Samuel Ntim Darkwa, as final funeral rites are announced

Finding the sweet spot – why banks need a smart approach to lending

PFJ was built on fraud – Peasant Farmers Association

Education Minister inaugurates UG Governing Council

NPP, other political parties to protest CJ’s suspension on May 5

Nyinahin: Police probe tragic shooting incident

TTH Strike: Minority backs doctors but calls for return to work

Manasseh Azure fires back at Parliament’s Sanitation Committee over Zoomlion contract defense

Ntim Fordjour demands accountability over unresolved $500M cocaine busts amid latest Tema seizure

Parliamentary Committee backs Zoomlion, opposes call for YEA contract termination

NIA’s premium registration centre relocates to Legon City Campus from May 5

You can’t pick and choose which petitions to act on—Pratt to Mahama

Societe Generale Ghana rewards 40 customers in first mini draw of deposit and drive campaign

Feed Ghana Programme is a Game-Changer for Agriculture – GAPFA

UE/R: Toobu warns of looming water crisis from galamsey activities

Improve working conditions to curb brain drain – TUC tells govt

PFAG warns against political interference in Feed Ghana Initiative

Mahama to complete stalled regional hospital — Thomas Anaba

Look beyond the money, we are providing essential services - Jospong Group to critics

Vatican Succession: Could an African Pope lead a Global Church?

Finance Minister outlines measures to tackle Ghana’s large payable build-up in 2024

Feteh Kakraba 'Sub-Chief' wanted for leading car stealing syndicate 

Charismatic, Christian Churches support National Sanitation Day re-launch

Tafo MP Wants CJ’s Removal Process Halted

Catching the Digital Train: Why Africa Must Not Miss the Crypto Renaissance

CJ suspension: CDM says Ghana may be breaching international judicial norms

Provide security for journalists in galamsey fight - GJA Pres

GJA wants OSP to stop harassing Gordon Asare Bediako

GBA calls for adherence to Rule of Law in Chief Justice removal process

Tackle galamsey head-on, improve road network  - Rt Rev. Mbeah-Baiden

It Will Be Dangerous Not To Renew Zoomlion Contracts.... Says Parliamentary Committee Chair On Sanitation

Let Me Rebuild PZ Market – Bryan Pleads With Otumfuo

Minority Condemns Prez’s ‘Brazen Judicial Coup’

GBA calls for adherence to Rule of Law in Chief Justice removal process

Osahen Speaks At Kwahu Biz Forum: Ghana’s Future Can’t Be Built On Partisan Loyalty

GJA wants OSP to stop harassing Gordon Asare Bediako

DVLA launches National Community Outreach to improve service delivery

Court Orders Exhibit Production in Cannabis Smuggling Case

Accra to host first-ever ESG, sustainability conference

Kwabena Adu-Boahene, wife sue Ayine for defamation following corruption arrest

Catching the Digital Train: Why Africa Must Not Miss the Crypto Renaissance

Active citizenship, inclusive leadership essential tools for navigating today’s complex World -STAR-Ghana Foundation Executive Director

Ag CJ gives new directive on case allocation 

Gov’t, Gold Fields reach transition deal on Damang mine

Mahama Suspends CJ Torkornoo

Nationalisation of minerals requires strategy, not impulse—mining expert cautions govt

Today’s Front pages: Friday, April 25, 2025

Political parties rally nationwide protest over Chief Justice suspension on May 5

Ukraine may have to give up land for peace – Kyiv Mayor Klitschko

GMet forecasts hot weather with chance of evening thunderstorms today

Cholera, human rights, and clean streets — Vanderpuije justifies demolitions in Accra

Why so many petitions against the Chief Justice? Something must be wrong—Pratt

Without office, they’ll still be directors — Mahama orders immediate promotions for GES deputies

No more skipping school because of periods — Haruna Iddrisu

More Nigerians will become poor by 2027 — World Bank

Ablekuma Central MP congratulates MCE nominee

President launches Free Sanitary Pad Initiative… to benefit 2 million girls

Be guided by rule of law in processes to remove CJ from office  - GBA

President nominates new batch of MMDCEs

CDD-Ghana establishes International Desk to address role of foreign influence in WA

Zoomlion assured of govt GH¢1.2bn debt settlement

Bank of Ghana reports 33% rise in staff-involved fraud in 2024

NACOC seizes 73 suspected cocaine slabs at Swiss Port bound for Netherlands; arrests 4 Ghanaians

NACOC says recent drug busts reflect enhanced operational effectiveness

Parliament’s Sanitation Committee rejects call to scrap YEA-Zoomlion contract; cites job losses

'Ghana needs watchdogs, not cheerleaders' - Bright Simons calls out empty praise politics over IMF endorsements

GES to promote eligible deputy directors on Mahama’s order

Staff fraud cases in banks hit 365 in 2024 – BoG

$2bn of World Bank-funded projects driving harmful energy investments in Ghana – Report

World Bank cuts Ghana’s 2025 growth forecast to 3.9%

GRA targets digital economy to boost tax revenue

Mahama directs GES to promote all eligible deputy directors

Observing World Malaria Day: Commit resources to eliminate malaria -  Prof. Binka

Mpraeso MP urges gov't to hand over Damang Mine to Ghanaian firm after transition

'The IMF can’t be our conscience' - Bright Simons warns of false security in Fund’s praise

Ntim Fordjour urges equal urgency in prosecuting major drug traffickers

Don’t terminate Zoomlion’s contract – Parliamentary Select Committee on Sanitation to YEA

FDA intensifies crackdown on fake diapers amid growing health concerns

Nyinahin community in darkness after shooting incident

'We are committed to assisting Ghana and other countries hit by global tariff war — IMF MD

Africa-US economic partnerships must focus on strategy, equity, and co-creation 

'Ghana’s IMF exit is a political show' - Bright Simons warns of missed reform opportunity

CJ’s Removal Petitions: H Kwasi Prempeh expresses concern about secrecy of Article 146

'IMF targets will be irrelevant by 2028' - Bright Simons warns against programme exit

'Early IMF exit makes for great optics, bad economics' – Bright Simons warns of premature celebration

Prophet urges end to stigma against ex-convicts

Former MP appeals for calm amid rising tensions in Kusaug

COCOBOD CEO fumes over abandoned imported Cocopeat at Sewhi Boako station

Adu-Boahen, wife take legal action against A-G over damning allegations

I sold kenkey to fund my education –ACP Kofi Sarpong

ASFC 2025: 'We didn't come to play' - Ghana coach cautions South Africa ahead of semis clash

The dilemma of Mohammed Kudus: Prestige in Europe or big money in Saudi Arabia?

ASFC 2025: Ghana boys face last year champions Tanzania in semifinals

ASFC 2025: Ghana girls set up semis clash with defending champions South Africa

Health Minister reaffirms commitment to reform as he donates medical equipment to Tamale Teaching Hospital

Offinso highway robbery: Police mount hunt for killers of bus conductor

Pastor remanded for allegedly publishing falsehoods about Prophet Adom Kyei-Duah

GJA to seek justice for Ahmed Suale at ECOWAS Court

Cabbie jailed 25 years for defiling fiancée’s sister

Illegal miner gets 12 months for theft

Supervisor jailed 3 years for stealing 2 sewing machines

Police arrest suspect in the Abuakwa murder case

After Chief Justice, EC chair is next – NPP warns

NPP Inherited crippling debts from Mahama’s incompetent Govt – Osman Masawudu

We'll not rest until CJ's unlawful suspension is withdrawn - Krobea Asante

Pope Francis was a good man with a good soul – Mahama

CJ’s suspension: We’ll resist attempts by Mahama to politicise judiciary – NPP

Mahama declares July 1 as National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving

Petitions against CJ's removal baseless, hollow - Nana B

NPP calls for proposals to amend party constitution

Rev. Charles Owusu decries partisan divide in Chief Justice impeachment discourse

NPP calls for submission of constitutional amendment proposals by May 9

Minority slams Mahama's suspension of Chief Justice Torkornoo

Stop the 'judicial coup', reinstate Chief Justice Torkornoo - Minority tells Mahama

Bole residents reject President Mahama's MCE nominee

Blame Bawumia, NPP for Adum Bluelight chaos - Kumasi Mayor

I’ll not renew Zoomlion contract in its current state – Malik Basintale

Parliament’s NDC Caucus distances itself from Zoomlion contract debate

I am not surprised – NPP's Mohammed Awal on CJ’s suspension

New research study reveals Samira Bawumia substantially re-defined second lady role

Bawumia supports NPP with GHS3m for welfare activities

Bawumia donates GH¢3m to NPP for welfare support

Bawumia Donates GHS 3 Million To NPP For Welfare Support

Court Dismisses Attempt To Halt Protest Against Galamsey

Binduri: Minority condemns killing of woman and four children

Bawumia supports NPP with GHS 3 m for welfare activities

Bawumia bears cost of NPP’s ‘Thank You Tour’

Opposition parties declare nationwide protest over CJ’s ousting

I won’t leave my husband even If I catch him with another woman – Cynthia Morrison

CJ suspension: Political parties to stage nationwide protest on May 5

Council of State's move on Chief Justice Torkornoo a disservice to Ghana - Egyapa Mercer

Engage and be suspended — NPP warns members over Media General ban

Tema Traditional Council kick against nomination of Ebi Bright as MCE

GHC 68K per kilo gap is why miners bypass state channels – Gomashie

Minerals Fund Scandal: Bisiw alleges $10K bribe offer by ‘Kufour’s nephew’

Political parties to stage nationwide protest against suspension of Chief Justice

Stalled Eastern Regional Hospital will be completed - Parliamentary Select Committee on Health

Becoming a DCE drained me, could not sustain my family on GH¢5,000 Salary – Duanab

Violence in Gaza must be urgently addressed by international community  - GAMP

Don’t blame Akufo-Addo for 2024 defeat if you were silent on his actions – Butey to NPP Leadership

Vote against any National Executive who contest again – NPP Vice Chairman to Delegates

Becoming a DCE drained me, could sustain my family on GH¢5,000 Salary – Duanab

I’ll continually vote  for Bawumia if he is presented 10 times – Former DCE

Becoming a DCE drained me, could sustained my family on GH¢5,000 Salary – Duanab

Mobile Money robbery suspect remanded into police custody

'We will fish him out' – DCOP Teye-Cudjoe vows to arrest soldier behind Nyinahin shooting

Traditional leaders laud AngloGold Ashanti's youth dev't initiatives in Obuasi

Prosecute military officers responsible for Nyinahini killing - Chief

Ashanti Regional Police Command demands release of soldiers involved in Nyinahin shootings

Nyinahin shooting: MP commiserates with bereaved family, urges calm

GAF remains steadfast in restoring peace in Bawku - Chief of Army Staff

Appolonia City begins work on Oyibi to Appolonia road to improve accessibility for surrounding communities

From isolation to inclusion: MyHelp-YourHelp Foundation brings Easter joy to Weija Leprosariu

TTH doctors resume emergency services after Dagbon Overlord's intervention

Newborns to receive Hepatitis B vaccinations from October

Dagbon Overlord intervenes in TTH doctors’ strike

Stress doesn’t just affect your bladder. It can hijack your overall health

Health Benefits of Tiger Nuts

The health benefits of coconut water