News of Friday, 2 May 2025

GNECC commends Free Sanitary Pads initiative, urges strong, sustained commitment

Honour your promise, reinstate our contracts – Caterers to Mahama

Kidnapping case not closed, investigations ongoing – Police

Minority raises concerns over Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund, cites inadequate consultation

Utility tariffs impacting profits and growth of hotels - Ghana Hoteliers

We won’t appeal Adu-Boahene’s remand – Atta Akyea

GJA to honour 24 media champions on World Press Freedom Day 2025

Charges preferred against Adu Boahene are watery and anaemic – Atta Akyea

Atta Akyea slams detention of Adu-Boahene, calls it ‘a legal lottery’

ECG doesn’t need privatisation, it needs leadership – PUWU

This Saturday on Newsfile: Recall of CJ, halt NPP 'Thank You' tour, new Supreme Court list

Ghana Music Awards USA CEO donates to Ho Lepersarium

Adu-Boahen’s remand contradicts AG’s evidence claims – Atta Akyea

We'll grant amnesty to people who have been suspended, but not those who resigned from the party - NPP's Gen. Sec

Dr. Adutwum urges gov't support for the Church of Pentecost’s educational initiatives

Former MP for Ashaiman Alfred Agbesi is dead

"Between 400 to 500 customers fall victim each month": MTN exec speaks on MoMo

Ghana’s upstream petroleum investment surges to 181% in 2024

Pupil teacher jailed 10 years for abusing his 17-year-old daughter

2025 Homowo Festival: Sports Minister hails Gbese Mantse’s peace cup initiative

I was furious when I heard AG say he is ready to walk in the mud with A Plus - Nana B

Deliver truthful data, no matter how uncomfortable - Mahama tells new Gov't Statistician

Statistical integrity is not a luxury, it’s a necessity – Mahama to new GSS boss

MTN refutes claims that its employees have access to customers’ MoMo PINs

I’m getting ready to leave Ghana' - US Ambassador Virgina Palmer reveals ending her tour of duty

From ‘Otwebompitil” to the Supreme Court; congratulations, my lord Justice Kweku Tawiah Ackaah-Boafo

Photos from the unveiling of the Black Star Experience

Let's work together for sustainable development - Tano South MCE tells workers

Mahama launches Black Star Experience

Afenyo Markin is the one putting third-term agenda in the minds of Ghanaians – Majority leader

I would be extremely surprised if he even considers it – Solomon Owusu on Alan returning to the NPP

SHOCKER – Akufo-Addo withdraws his support for Dr Bawumia’s future presidential ambition

“Give them 5 months they will kill each other” – Kevin Taylor reacts to Adutwum’s flagbearership ambition

We need to rebrand to rebuild public trust – Afenyo-Markin

E/R: Excavator operator arrested for galamsey in Apranum Forest Reserve

Mahama: Ghana’s economic recovery underway with new BoG leadership

‘Tell the truth, even when data is uncomfortable’ – Mahama tells new Statistician

KATH CEO Prof Addai-Mensah relieved of his duties

Govt terminates all contracts under School Feeding programme

GoldBod denies allegations of supporting illegal mining

Parliament's Agric Committee chair leads delegation to 10th Our Ocean Conference in South Korea

Minister of Energy and Finance engage Karpower on legacy debt

Kennedy Agyapong will ultimately resign from the NPP – Solomon Owusu

“I am disappointed in you but not surprised” – AG’s text message to Paul Adom-Otchere

Sextortion, online blackmail surge in Ghana with nearly GH¢500k in losses

A-G rushing case without evidence – Atta Akyea defends Adu-Boahene

Ebenezer Opoku elected SRC Vice President of Ghana School of Law-Kumasi campus

Adu-Boahene's lawyer cuts communication with Dr Ayine

Gov't directs MMDAs to submit Assembly Members’ details ahead of monthly allowance rollout

Former YEA boss refutes Zoomlion's claims over sweeper allowance proposal

Ghana Federation of Labour protests TUC’s conduct at 2025 May Day Celebration

CDS William Agyapong promoted to Lieutenant General

Ghana School Feeding contracts terminated nationwide

What is unfolding in Adu-Boahene's case is a travesty of justice - Lawyer slams AG

Manessah petitions Mahama to terminate Zoomlion-YEA contract over alleged corruption

You’re planting the idea – Ayariga blasts Afenyo-Markin over third term claims

Blackmail, Sextortion losses near GH¢500,000 in early 2025 – CSA

Mahama launches Black Star Experience, vows major investment in tourism

YEA, SoccaBet offer 500 job opportunities

Kwabena Adu-Boahene Remanded For 7 Days

“I am going to walk on the catwalk” – President Mahama on Ghana’s Fashion Week

Council of State has failed us – Afenyo Markin

We will not sack the Supreme Court Judges – Afenyo-Markin

No law prohibits it – Domelevo wants monthly public disclosure of asset declarations

Online blackmail and sextortion: Victims lose nearly GH¢500k in 4 months - CSA

Ianmatsun Global Services honours 26 for responsible business practices in Ghana

Our pay is a disgrace – TUC slams gov’t over minimum wage and pay gaps

MTN official tells users what to do if someone calls about MoMo wallets

Labour Minister pledges safer workplaces amid tech advancements

CJ's removal: Minority Leader demands live broadcast of proceedings

Missing Containers: Port authorities should be held responsible - Afenyo-Markin

CJ's revomal: NPP's reaction biased, political and interest driven - Dr Amakye-Boateng

Adu-Boahen remanded for 7 days as court probes alleged interference in trial

Mahama elevates Edmond Kombat as new TOR MD

Eduwatch, ACET push for urgent reforms to transform Ghana’s TVET sector

Publish list of public officers’ asset declarations monthly – Domelevo to Auditor General

Mahama not pursuing any ‘third term agenda’ – Ayayiga

What is NPP’s problem? Is the CJ their card-bearing member? – Nana Yaa Jantuah quizzes 

CDS Lt. Gen. William Agyapong promoted to Three-Star General

Ex-National Signals Bureau Boss Adu-Boahen remanded for 7 Days

Telecel Healthfest uncovers hidden typhoid trend in Lawra

Ghana, Algeria sign Visa waiver agreement to expand strategic ties

Paul Afotey Quaye unanimously confirmed as Krowor MCE

Ex-YEA boss denies proposing GHS300 sweeper pay, accuses Zoomlion of twisting facts

BREAKING – High Court remands Adu-Boahene into prison custody

Chairman Ntim withdrew from ‘Thank You Tour’  to prepare for May 5 demo – NPP clarifies

Mahama plotting a third term agenda in disguise – Afenyo Markin

Watch President Mahama ‘boogie’ at Black Star Experience launch

Defence Minister commends Erastus Asare Donkor for anti-galamsey reporting

Abuakwa South MP commends security agencies for swift rescue of kidnapped woman

MOMO vendors to receive safety education amid rising attacks

MoMo Fraud: Our staff can’t access your PIN – Godwin Tamakloe

MoMo Fraud: Over 400,000 messages blocked daily – MobileMoney Ltd

Goldbod isn’t in Ghana’s interest; it’ll end up in the hands of galamseyers - Afenyo-Markin

We need to rebrand; assure Ghanaians that we'll do better next time - Afenyo-Markin on NPP

I almost said, “mo mma me steer no” – Mahama teases Bawumia

We didn’t plan for a rainy day– Freddie Blay on party financing failures

GMet forecasts hot day with isolated thunderstorms across Ghana

Attorney General pushes to revoke bail in Adu-Boahene cyber fraud case

GRIDCo, ECG blame major blackout on construction mishap near Nkawkaw

Ayine Is Mad Over A-Plus Sleaze Accusation …. Ready for showdown with entertainer turned politician

300 okada riders trained in road safety

High Court sets aside ruling against Akaveli

Use Threat Of Dismissal As A Tool To Fight Galamsey –Methodist Church

Government Reaffirms Commitment to Resolving Ewoyaa Lithium Project Delays

AngloGold Ashanti commemorates World Malaria Day

Appoint lawyers dedicated to party’s cause onto boards, councils - Anagbo

CJ’s Suspension: TUC advises Mahama to hasten cautiously

Ghana, Qatar deepen  diplomatic, economic relations

Bawku mediation put on hold

Ghana Armed Forces retires soldiers after 30 years’ service

Organised Labour in Ashanti Commemorates May Day

Adu Boahen pockets GH¢49.1m from Ghana Water company contract?

Lady entrepreneur remanded over alleged visa fraud

Pedu-Junction Cocaine Suspects Plead Not Guilty In Court

Don’t treat BoG’s stories with propaganda spins

Afenyo-Markin pushes for cheaper ports, stronger ECOWAS trade

GATE backs aggrieved teachers over 9-month salary arrears

Mahama ‘third term’ agenda through Supreme Court nominations

GFL protests marginalisation by TUC at 2025 May Day parade

Today’s Front pages: Friday, May 2, 2025

Manasseh Azure Awuni petitions Mahama over YEA-Zoomlion contract

The window to fight galamsey is closing – Ken Ashigbey warns Mahama

Baako suro – A Plus deletes “If you are an old fool, I’ll reset your brain. Stupid man!” post

Nat’l Chairman withdraws from NPP ‘Thank You Tour’

NDC plotting to secure a third term for Mahama – Afenyo-Markin alleges

Manasseh Azure Awuni petitions President Mahama to end YEA-Zoomlion contract

Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum hints at 2028 presidential run with cryptic post

Zoomlion’s Pending Proposal: Zoomlion to take GHC888, sweepers get GHC420

May Day Parade: GFL accuses TUC of snub, reckless Chief Justice comment

Court to decide on remand of Ex-NSB Boss today

Ship carrying activists, aid to Gaza attacked by drones, NGO says

GJA honours former Ghanaian Times Editor, 23 others for contribution to media freedom

Exhibit diligence, seriousness in your duties … Parliamentary Service staff advised

New PMSU executive committee of NIB inaugurated

Ayawaso West, Central MCE nominees rejected by assembly members

COCOBOD to resume rehabilitation of affected farms

Network of Women in Broadcasting commemorates World Press Freedom Day

Integration of evidence-based research findings key to resilient, equitable healthcare system -Prof. Akoriyea

500,000 youth apprenticeship  programme takes off

Desk to deepen ties between Ghana, Turkey established

I’ve considered filing a defamation suit against A-Plus – AG Ayine

Adutwum to contest for NPP’s 2028 flagbearership?

Fight against galamsey remains a complex one but I say “aluta continua” – Mahama

I did not kid myself that when I came into office, I would win galamsey fight in four months – Mahama

In-camera consequential trial in Kwabena Adu-Boahene case expected today

Frank Davies responds to critics: We'll choose the method of protest in CJ’s case

'We cannot be spoon-fed forever' - Patrick Boamah pushes local industry to cut imports, grow exports

GRIDCo, ECG cite tipper truck incident as cause of May Day widespread power outage

Police begin probe after 5 were killed in dispute over sand winning activities near Nsawam

Communications Minister visits ShaQ Express, commends local innovation

‘AGOA is not forever; we must wean ourselves off it and build our own’ - Patrick Boamah

War in Ukraine not ending ‘any time soon’ – JD Vance

We demand complete overhaul of wage structure - TUC

At the May Day parade:  We ‘ll restore hope in workers …Pres pledges

 Regional May Day celebrations

‘GETFund, SLTF not limited to public tertiary institution students’

5 killed in violent Nsawam sand dispute as police begin probe

TUC calls for immediate repeal of L.I. 2462

Ministers abandon parliamentary duties after appointment – Ayikoi Otoo laments

Mahama urges public sector workers to report wrongdoing of management 

GAF to resume general releases of soldiers in May

8 suspects arrested as police rescue victims in viral kidnapping incident

Current constitutional processes for removing Chief Justice unfair - Sophia Akuffo

Respect legal procedures in CJ’s removal – Frank Davies advises gov't

Fitch Solutions retains 2025 growth rate projection at 4.2%

GA/R: MP celebrates May Day with the Tema District Council of Labour

Gov't secures deal with 9 more gold miners to buy 20% of their output

PHOTOS: Mahama applauds workers on May Day

Church of Pentecost establishes presence in 190 countries 

Kasoa: NDC Member urges President Mahama to make lawlessness a national priority

Roads Minister urges cooperation on compensation as Kasoa–Cape Coast highway nears completion

NPP Thank You Tour: Ken meant well, but tensions made his exit necessary – Justin Kodua

Court jails two 18 years for human trafficking

 Adu-Boahene, wife, 2 others in court… for allegedly stealing State’s GH¢49m

Alleged cocaine smuggling: 4 remanded in NACOC custody

AG must resign or be sacked – Nana B fires

We don’t want you playing in the mud – Nana B to Attorney General

Alifo criticizes Akufo-Addo for partisan appointments to judiciary, EC

Our food is not tasteless, just limited in quantity – School feeding caterer

Ghana to pilot vaccine safety monitoring for pregnant women in 2026

We are committed to delivering credible, timely, and relevant data – Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu

NPP suspends “Thank You Tour” to participate in “Save the Judiciary” demo

'Ghana was not auctioned to you' – Nana B to Mahama

‘I’m done talking to the A-G’ – Atta Akyea on Adu-Boahen case

Paul Afotey Quaye receives unanimous endorsement as Krowor MCE amidst some mixed reactions

Mahama not pursuing any ‘third term agenda’ – Ayariga

Viral kidnapping case: Two victims alive and safe – Police

Support Mahama in galamsey fight – Stephen Amoah urges Ghanaians

Afenyo-Markin commends NDC for rebranding efforts

Accra High Court grants bail to Adu-Boahen’s wife, another in cyber fraud case

Kuipers Breeders marks two years since first Ghana Hatch

NPP MUST REBRAND, ADMIT MISTAKES, AND REBUILD PUBLIC TRUST- AFENYO -MARKIN

Former STC Boss Slams ‘Collapsed Company’ Claim by New Deputy MD

NDC is a sellable brand – Afenyo-Markin commends ruling party’s rebranding effort

CJ suspension: Let's leave behind the era of retaliatory politics - Afenyo-Markin

Afenyo-Markin Alleges Mahama Plotting ‘Third Term’ Through Supreme Court Appointments

Former CJ criticizes article 146, demands judicial reform

Guard your voice – NPP MP warns ahead of 2028 flagbearer race

It’s laughable- Joyce Bawa on claims that Mahama wants to seek a third term

Police rescue victims in viral kidnapping case, eight arrested

Former Education Minister Yaw Adutwum floats presidential ambition amidst NPP turmoil

Yaw Osei Adutwum declares intent to contest NPP flagbearership for 2028

Defence Minister tells NPP's 'mighty' Minority to “get serious” over military reshuffle allegations

First Deputy Speaker commemorates May Day with sod-cutting for twin classroom projects in Akatsi South

Her Ghana leads fight against menstrual stigma in Ghana

Adum Fire: NPPs Naa Toshie donates 100k to victims, urges fire resilient market

V/R Minister charges newly sworn-in MMDCEs to embrace innovation, impactful leadership

Trading, parking on streets must cease effective May 5 - KMA

Abuakwa South MP Dr Kingsley Agyemang commends security agencies for swiftly rescuing a kidnapped woman

GH₵5.8m dialysis centre unveiled at Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital to fight kidney disease mortality

Experts warn Africa could see 1.8m malaria deaths by 2025 without urgent action

Pharmaceutical Society warns of growing liver illnesses linked to unregulated drug sales

KATH CEO relieved of his duties, gov't to announce replacement soon

Shaifest 2025: Bra Jay partners with Pauline Ngugi to support ALS patients

Telecel Healthfest uncovers hidden typhoid trend in Lawra

Health Benefits of Fish Eggs