News of Thursday, 8 May 2025

"Japa now": Australia offers Gh¢115k & free visa to GH construction workers

EPA Director admits some forest mining guidelines lacked legal backing

School Feeding Caterers to petition Asantehene, Chief Imam over contract termination

Prof Kanton’s six key systems to revive Ghana’s agricultural sector

We heard termination of our contracts on social media – School Feeding Caterers

Catholic Church will expand its outreach under Pope Leo XIV – Fr Gyaewu

Be a unifying voice on global issues – Akapame to new Pope

President Mahama must apologise for U-turn on L.I. 2462 revocation – Awula Serwah

A Rocha Ghana: Amendment of L.I. 2462 betrays political promise

Repealing L.I. 2462 without enforcement is futile – Erastus Asare Donkor warns

Rural communities suffer most from galamsey, but cause the least harm – Josephine Agbeko

Amending L.I. 2462 a good move, but it must go further - Nature & Development Foundation Director

Kumasi Central Market: Police investigate four persons over fake revenue tickets

CUTS calls for urgent regulatory reforms in public sector recruitment

Akufo-Addo supervised the ruin of Ghana’s forests – Gbande

Mahama compared to Nkrumah – Akyem Asuom chief predicts 20-year NDC rule

Nana Obodade hails Mahama’s return, calls his leadership ‘unmatched’

Akufo-Addo Govt approved galamsey that ravaged forests, water bodies – Gbande

Afua Asantewaa’s second Guinness World Record Singathon attempt disqualified

New Pope will restore Catholic Church’s global image – Bishop Osei-Bonsu

Livestream: JoyNews holds national dialogue on repealing L.I. 2462

Respect earlier agreement or refund cost for purchasing foodstuffs - School Feeding Caterers to gov't

Afua Asantewaa loses out on GWR sing-a-thon record again

Forestry Commission demands permanent military presence to reclaim Jimirah forest from illegal miners

My pastors are praying, and many Ghanaians are calling on me to run for president – Adutwum

“How is that even possible” – Sammy Gymafi reacts to Adu Boahene’s alleged GH¢8.3m payment to NDC

Dumsor Pro Max is unfolding under Mahama – Afenyo Markin

Breaking: Robert Prevost named new Pope

GIMPA lecturer calls for Jinapor’s dismissal over dumsor

How the new Pope Robert Prevost was elected

GHOne TV’s Ridwan Dini-Osman named 2025/2026 Nieman fellow at Harvard

The CJ's image is dented already; why the in camera hearing? – Prof Oquaye asks

CJ Suspension: Once the president decides you should go, you're out - Prof Mike Oquaye

This is only your first attempt; the future will be brighter – Yaa Naa encourages Bawumia

We'll be destroying the judiciary if we go this pathway - Mike Oquaye on 'secret trial' of CJ

Minority Leader lambasts Mahama-led government over 120-day record

I’ve come to serve with a clean heart and clear mind – Acting KATH CEO

Naomi Oyoe Ohene Oti named top 10 Aster Global Nursing finalist

White smoke emerges as a new Pope is elected

NPP must trace its roots back to its traditions to be taken seriously – Prof Gyampo

Partnered Advisory builds capacity of entrepreneurs under Investor Magnet Launchpad programme

Nana Addo is the main reason for NPP’s humiliating defeat in 2024 – Atik Mohammed

Oquaye slams 'ridiculous' Chief Justice removal processes

Health workers pledge not to sell free medications from Peace and Love Hospital

Ghanaians will soon reward your contributions to the nation's development - Yaa Naa to Bawumia

BREAKING: New Pope elected as white smoke emerges from Vatican

I Can’t Stop Drivers from Charging High Fares - KMA Boss

Ghana on the Brink of Environmental Collapse – Methodist Church

A/R: Six-year-old girl found dead in parked car

Prioritise Bawku conflict resolution – Mahama tasks Peace Council

Adu-Boahene’s intended prosecution has national security implications – Ex-NSB Lawyer warns

Resolve Ablekuma North collation impasse now – IGP to EC

Suame: Six-year-old girl found dead in parked vehicle, family suspects foul play

Pupil-teacher jailed 10 years for incest

Veep donates four months’ salary to Ghana Medical Trust Fund

IGP requests collation roadmap for disputed Ablekuma North election

Ghanaian farmers find hope in organic farming aid amid climate struggles

4 land guards remanded for violent activities in Millennium City

CUT Calls For Reforms In Public Sector Recruitment

Cedi gains: Bawumia laid the foundation  – Kofi Bentil

When Ghanaians say let there be light, the NDC says let there be darkness – Afenyo Markin mocks

24-hour economy “atɔ nsuom”- Afenyo-Markin teases Mahama

WFP raises alarm over worsening hunger crisis in West and Central Africa

Road chaos in Ho: Tricycles blamed as crash numbers soar

MPs demand action on Odaw River encroachers

Cape Coast Mayor vows to revive abandoned Atta Mills Library

Big Chef Junior S4: Contestants make first kitchen appearance with their mothers

120 Days in Office: Mahama’s second term records best Cedi performance across transitions since redenomination

NPP delivers damning verdict on President Mahama's 120-day social contract

We will try to get Jerry Afriyie at the right time to come and help - Desmond Ofei

Bawumia’s Gold for Reserve Programme is anchoring the Cedi – Kofi Bentil

Taxpayers deserve probe into Adu Boahene’s GH¢49m ‘stolen funds’ breakdown – MP

“Shocking, scary and a major National Security scandal” – Ntim Fordjour reacts to Adu Boahene’s revelations

Revealed – Mahama’s car gift from a Ghanaian company and a Chinese firm

Cedi strength not an NDC miracle – Afenyo-Markin

Afenyo-Markin mocks Mahama’s 24-Hour economy as political gimmick

‘Youth need tools, not speeches’ – Minority slams Mahama’s digital agenda

Resolve Ablekuma North results or risk undermining democracy – IGP to EC

Afigya Kwabre South NDC endorses Mahama’s MCE nominee

Joy FM's 'Say Thank You To Mama' promo: What you need to know

GRA collaborates with FDA, GSA to seize and destroy 850 smuggled ‘Orexi’ diapers

Shamima defends Mahama's anti-galamsey efforts

Prof. Mike Oquaye accuses gov't of 'secret trial' of Chief Justice

Accept the outcome of Ablekuma North election when announced – NCCE Chairperson

Vanderpuye slams Adu-Boahene’s GH¢49m defence as “hollow”

Mahama’s 120 days ‘empty and cosmetic’ – Afenyo-Markin

Mahama’s 120-day achievements are overstated – Elvis Darko

Lack of strategy, data hindering fight against child beggars – Ernestina Tetteh

120 Days: Mahama has betrayed Ghanaians on galamsey promise – Afenyo-Markin

No timeline on galamsey fight – Nii Lantey Vanderpuye

The Conclave: Black smoke rises again as ballot remains inconclusive

Mining in forest reserves to ban permanently – President Mahama

You are not presidential material – Kevin Taylor jabs Ken Agyapong

I may be president one day, who knows – Kwame A Plus

Ntim Fordjour calls for probe into GH¢8.3m political party campaign cash

Over 156,000 first-year students in public tertiary institutions to enjoy no academic fee – Mahama

Adu-Boahene’s memo from EOCO cells on how monies were used for national security operations ‘irrelevant’ – Bright Simons

Don’t even dream about it – Kwesi Pratt warns against Mahama third term

Public officers seem love gifts too much – Domelevo

“I won’t listen to Wontumi” – Abronye rubbishes Wontumi’s cease-fire plea

We’ll face Mahama squarely if he ever attempts a third term – Kwesi Pratt Jnr

I declared my assets before vetting – Naa Momo Lartey

Ban illegal mining now – Joshua Zaato urges Mahama

Mahama never promised to end galamsey in 120 days – Vanderpuye

DVLA announces six new overseas offices to tackle fake driving licences

Black Queens can win WAFCON 2025 - Kim Lars Bjorkegren 

Police assualt:Afenyo-Markin reports to police CID

Former GES boss Refutes Haruna Iddrisu’s Claim of Unapproved Teacher Appointments

Former NSB boss sends memo from EOCO custody on use of security funds

We’ll purge militia elements – Mahama unveils reforms in security services

Ama Pratt hails Mahama’s appointments and early delivery

Naa Momo Lartey: School feeding contract terminations not vindictive

Rollout excavator tracking system nationwide to combat galamsey – Ken Ashigbey

AfDB Presidency Race: Dr. Sidi Ould Tah eyes Gulf partnerships to bridge infrastructure financing gap

Absa Group Chair Sello Moloko to Step Down July 15; René van Wyk Named Successor

Trump administration warns World Cup visitors against overstaying visas

Rev. Charles Owusu calls for arrest and prosecution of pedestrians who shun footbridges

Today’s Front pages: Thursday, May 8, 2025

Global food prices to drop by 7% in 2025 amid sharp decline in rice costs

Putin’s 3-day ceasefire comes into effect, but Ukraine claims Russia already broke it

Accra, Kumasi, and Tamale to experience changing weather conditions

We made promises and we have kept them – Mahama after clocking 120 days in office

SHOCK – Adu Boahene ‘fingers’ opposition party for receiving 8.3m of alleged stolen money

GH¢960K out of GH¢49m alleged stolen funds was used to pay MPs – Adu Boahene drops ‘bomb’

BOMB – GHC5.1m ‘stolen money’ was allegedly used to buy 3 vehicles for President Mahama

Photo of Sam George and Adu Boahene pops up amidst claims GH¢960K payment to MPs

120 days promises not mere checkboxes on a list – President Mahama

10-member taskforce for new national airline inaugurated

NCPTA, Celltel launch $100m digital learning project for SHSs

40 individuals nominated for MMDCE positions in Ashanti Region

Works on 1.6 kilometres storm drain progress steadily

West African Pharma, Health Exhibition opens in Accra

Kpakpo Allotey confirmed as new MCE of AMA

Mahama vows to amend Mining Act for permanent ban on forest mining

Mahama warns he will punish appointees who violate Code of Conduct

'My word is my bond' – Mahama on keeping his 120-day promises

Afenyo-Markin waives parliamentary immunity; reports to police over alleged assault case

Mahama announces National Cathedral audit findings due this month

Mahama vows to sanction those responsible for bank collapses

New Scholarships Authority legislation to be presented to Parliament – Mahama

New Times Corporation, SSNIT strengthen ties

Beyond 120 days …focus on bringing relief to Ghanaians - Dr Sakara

Stakeholders review action plan on women, peace , security

Inflation drops to 21.2% in April - GSS

Let’s join hands to boost  vaccine coverage - Prof. Akoriyea

Participants renew call for electoral, institutional reforms

Chip-embedded passport not creation of current govt  - Abdulai Jinapor

Ghana demonstrates global leadership in immunisation - GAVI boss

Playback: Mahama addresses nation as he marks 120 days in office

‘Resetting Ghana’ with results; Mahama trumpets early achievements

'Dead weight no more' - Mahama targets loss-making SOEs for shutdown or merger

10 major highlights from the 2025 budget statement

BoG moves to broaden FICSOC scope, revise Cybersecurity Directive

24-Hour Economy: Lower power tariffs coming for night shift businesses to boost jobs, says Mahama

'COVID levy still with us' – Mahama blames IMF deal, promises review

'No more silence', says Mahama as gov't launches national push for justice in unresolved criminal cases

Akosombo Dam Spillage: Mahama orders flood plan, threatens VRA leadership

Mahama reopens Ayawaso West Wuogon case with DSP Azugu assisting investigators

Afenyo-Markin reports to Police over alleged assault incident

DVLA to open six new foreign offices to curb fake licences

Deloitte to submit National Cathedral audit report this month – Mahama

Mahama announces bold reforms to end illegal mining in forest reserves

Gov't inaugurates new governing board of National Peace Council

Stanbic Bank donates GH¢500k to 3 institutions in commitment to human capital development

Mahama warns VRA leadership: No room for repeat of dam spillage disaster

UHAS receives GH¢300k support from Stanbic Bank after Vice Chancellor’s appeal

Mahama sworn-in as President to complete historic comeback

Parliamentary Committee lauds Dredge Masters for Accra flood control measures

120-day social contract - NDC's resetting agenda yet to take off - IERPP

Court grants GH¢13m bail to 4 in KIA cocaine case

Five arrested for illegal water tapping in Kumasi 

Ghana-based Nigerian woman jailed 29 years for human trafficking, forced prostitution, and illegal abortions

Kidnapped Chinese sailors rescued, brought to Ghana

11 galamseyers arrested at Teleku-Bokazo

Two suspects arrested in connection with murder of seamstress at Twifo Praso 

12 miners remanded over illegal mining, River Tano pollution

Seven alleged illegal miners in Wassa Dunkwa remanded by Accra High Court

IPMC University College launches AI-embedded programme to power Ghana’s future

No tangible gains under Mahama’s 120 days – Ahiagbah

YEA to launch GRICS programme to tackle graduate unemployment

Muntaka vows to recruit anti-drug volunteers into security services

Adu-Boahene’s GH¢49m disclosure ‘shocking and scary’ – Ntim Fordjour

Samuel Tetteh Quarshie confirmed MCE for Kpone Katamanso

Prof. Oquaye criticises govt over ‘secret trial’ of suspended Chief Justice

Nyaho-Tamakloe hails Mahama’s 120-day progress, demands tougher galamsey action

Freeman Tsekpo unanimously confirmed as Ashaiman MCE

Boadi calls for independent scrutiny of Mahama’s 120-day achievements

Mahama's 120-day address not worth applause – NPP Communicator

Cedi performance: Credit Bawumia for his gold reserve initiative – Kofi Bentil

You promised a state of emergency, now it’s silence – Afenyo-Markin jabs NDC

Ashanti NDC members protest return of former DVLA regional director

Mahama’s gov't has 'disappointingly betrayed' Ghanaians on galamsey promise – Afenyo-Markin

Minority describes Mahama’s 120-day performance as ‘empty and cosmetic’

Ntim Fordjour demands probe into alleged national security fund misuse

Krontihene of Akyem Asuom hails Mahama’s first 120 days

We’re ready to fix the loopholes – Parliament pledges support for Auto Industry

Fight against galamsey not bound by 120 days – DRIP coordinator

Legon lecturers petition NPP over Abronye’s attacks on Ken Agyapong

Kwabena Agyapong urges Mahama to defy party pressure and focus on legacy

Let’s be clear, declaring assets without verification is useless – Kwesi Pratt

Teiko accuses Mahama of packing courts with NDC judges

We’ll purge militia elements – Mahama unveils reforms in security services

More MMDCE nominees confirmed in Eastern Region amid strong support from Assemblies

Afenyo-Markin reports to police over alleged assault during protest

Mahama's 120 days in office a promising start - Nuacoo Nunoo

World-class forest amusement park ‘We-Ape’ opens in Aburi

120 Days In Office: 7 out of 9 forest reserves have been reclaimed from illegal miners – Mahama

Individuals behind collapsed banks will be punished – Mahama

A/R: STC moves to reclaim encroached lands nationwide, vows humane approach

ASA Savings and Loans renovates two classrooms blocks at Mataheko ‘1’ Basic School

Mahama details progress on 24-hour economy, institutional partnerships

Mahama: VRA bosses will be sacked if Akosombo Dam flooding recurs

Mahama calls for national unity in building Ghana’s future

120 Days: ‘I take my promises seriously, my word is my bond’ – Mahama

“We are going to reset Accra” – new AMA Mayor vows bold transformation

NDC Legal Director demands answers from Adu Boahene and his lawyer over alleged diversion of public funds

My fight against corruption not limited to just appointees of the previous government—Mahama

I have come to serve with a clean heart and clear mind – Ag. KATH CEO

V/R: Five bodies exhumed in Amefinukope, heads missing

KNUST elevates patient care with specialised hospital social work training

Enterprise Group supports the establishment of a Dialysis Centre at Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital

Enterprise Group supports establishment of Dialysis Centre at Tetteh Quarshie Memorial Hospital 

Nurses, Midwives press gov't to implement negotiated service conditions

Investing in midwives to save mothers and babies

Ghana Wellness and Healthcare Awards return for 2025 edition with focus on national development

Edu-Fair IGNITE 2025 Presentation.