News of Monday, 19 May 2025

Transport fares to drop by 15% effective May 24

Food security has improved under Burkina Faso’s Ibrahim Traoré – Prof. Aning

Bawumia’s Cambridge speech makes the case for digital Africa

76 -year-old cement seller commits suicide over missing cement bags

Ato Forson: Ghana Cedi’s turnaround signals economic progress

Nungua: Krowor Municipal Assembly demolishes shrine erected on waterway

Poor maintenance culture fueling floods – Hydrological Authority

Illegal mining linked to breast cancer surge in Eastern Region: Dr. Wiafe Addai

Chowdeck launches in Ghana with rider training, customer rewards, and plans to enhance on-demand delivery

Call for load shedding timetable misplaced; power generation meets peak demand - Energy Ministry

Adentan MP urges bold, non-partisan action on flooding crisis

Dumsor: No need for load-shedding timetable – Energy Ministry

Afram Plains North doesn’t have a single tarred road – MP

No law Bars MPs from serving on BoG Board – Attah Issah

Fredrick Amissah leads new NLA board, tasked with driving innovation and accountability

Fredrick Amissah leads new NLA board, tasked with driving innovation and accountability

Traders don’t trust the current situation – KNUST lecturer explains price standoff

Finance Minister charges new NIC board to expand insurance coverage

I’ve closed all ECG’s bank accounts except for one single holding account at GCB Bank - Energy Minister

GPRTU to reduce transport fares by 15% effective May 25

Dr. Adu Anane Antwi appointed Chairman of new SEC Board

Patrick Owusu Agyei urges comprehensive port reforms in Ghana

Opare Addo urges NSA board to remove ghost names with tech reforms

Adu Anane Antwi chairs reconstituted SEC Board

Mahama petitioned to dissolve committee probing Chief Justice

I’ve closed all of ECG’s accounts except one at GCB – Energy Minister

Don’t collapse ECG, don’t sell ECG – John Jinapor explains major reforms at ECG

Ghanaian students abroad declare June 4 day of protest over 14-month unpaid stipends

New Insurance Commission board vows bold reforms to expand access and innovation

Ghana’s power paradox: thermal energy surges, but debt to IPPs hits $2.5 bn

Encroachment on waterways caused Sunday floods – Hydrological Authority

Expect more heavy rains and flash floods – Meteo agency cautions

Amewu restrained from holding himself as MP for Hohoe in the 8th Parliament

Court of Appeal grants injunction against Amewu and Speaker in SALL case

Ato Forson: Order restored in Ghana’s gold purchasing sector

Posterity won’t favour any judge who replaces Torkornoo – Fatimatu Abubakar warns Mahama

Chaos in Ghana’s Gold trade has come to an end — Ato Forson declares

"He was my music hero" - KK Fosu eulogises close friend Dada KD

“You’re on the right path” – Manasseh reacts to Mahama’s plans to decentralise sanitation budget

Would you be happy if you were impeached because of the first lady? – Fati Abubakar quizzes Mahama

Revealed – NPP to elect 2028 presidential candidate latest by January 2026

Watch disturbing video of students of Winneba Technical Institute openly brandishing weapons

Stan Dogbe and Omane Boamah were discussing football amid Accra floods – NPP communicator

Every district will be responsible for its sanitation – Mahama

By the grace of God, if we get another opportunity we will get many things right – Dr Bawumia

Tragedy – Three dead in Adentan floods following heavy downpour

I apologize to all Ghanaians – Bawumia renders

Nsawam Prison seeks urgent aid over medical debt, legal gaps

SSNIT opens 52nd branch at Spintex, unveils virtual platform

“Remarkable turnaround”: Ato Forson hails robust performance of Cedi under JM

Court of Appeal grants injunction order in SALL Case against John Peter Amewu and Speaker of Parliament

Building permits and planning are supposed to be handled by assemblies — Expert

Prosperity won’t favour any judge who replaces Torkornoo – Fatimatu Abubakar warns Mahama

Workers demand termination of Heat Goldfields’ Mining lease over alleged breaches and unpaid salaries

Burkina Faso applauded for recognising Rawlings’ legacy

Retaliatory tariffs will hurt Ghana more – Dr Amin Adam cautions against trade war with US

Drivers suspend nationwide strike following Govt assurances to decongest

Transport fares: GPRTU hints at imminent reduction

Electroland Ghana slashes prices in “Cedis Apicki” promo following cedi gains

Ghanaian students abroad to picket at Embassies over unpaid stipends

We’re not in crisis, we’re leading with solutions – Jinapor Counters Energy Sector Criticism

Lighthouse Chapel, 14 other churches in trouble with Ga Traditional Council

We are not in crisis, we are doing fairly well – Energy Minister

Anthony Mallen Ntiador Appointed Deputy Executive Secretary of Lands Commission

Strict policies needed to tackle harassment and bullying at work – Psychiatrist

Odaw holds its banks after heavy rainfall - but concerns linger over dredging approach

Laboratory professionals petition chief of staff over recruitment discrimination

Ghanaian economy has not realised the full benefit of our gold resources - Ato Forson laments

Lakeside Estate clarifies flood reports, blames nearby fuel station for obstruction

Let’s not be hypocritical – Kwame Jantuah Defends Sammy Gyamfi Amid Dollar Video Backlash

Concerned NPP lawyers accuse Sampson Anyenini of unethical conduct

GMet warns of continued heavy rainfall across southern Ghana

We got quite a few things wrong – Bawumia apologises for NPP’s 2024 election performance

ECOM Ghana commemorates International Day of the Boy Child

3,000 affected as floods hit Odawna – NADMO confirms

Professor Boateng urges EOCO, CHRAJ, OSP, and CSOs to visit SML, calls for independent, fact-based reflection on strategic national innovation

National Security officials storm Lakeside after Sunday's deadly floods

Full text: Finance Minister’s speech at inauguration of Goldbod’s Board of Directors

PIAA to roll-out 'School Farm Initiative' in collaboration with GES

NAM1 hints at going to Supreme Court after losing stay of proceedings at Court of Appeal

Finance Minister swears in new Ghana Gold Board Members

Ghana to host 2025 ADEA Triennale as continent rallies to end learning poverty by 2035

It’s easy to end galamsey, but no one will - Prof. Owusu Addo slams political inaction

'I believe NPP will come back into gov't in 2028' - Bawumia

Politicians blocking town planners from doing their jobs – Prof. Owusu Addo

NAM1 back in the news, court dismisses his appeal to halt Menzgold fraud trial

NAM1 back in the news, court dismisses his appeal to halt Menzgold fraud trial

GA/R: Darkuman residents accuse police of collaborating with vigilante gang in violent swoop

"He was talking abt football": Tabitha Ayillah slams Stan Dogbe on Accra floods

Afetsi Awoonor awarded for outstanding leadership in Energy and Social Development

World Vision Ghana launches Border Project to support communities in U/E and U/W regions

Cedi’s 16.7% surge marks major economic turnaround – Finance Minister

GoldBod has contributed immensely to recent currency stability – Ato Forson

Over 3,000 affected by floods at Odawna Sahara – NADMO

Court of Appeal dismisses NAM1’s bid to halt Menzgold trial

'I believe NPP will comeback into gov't in 2028' - Bawumia

Goldbod is a vehicle for achieving currency stability – Ato Forson

Finance Minister inaugurates GoldBod board, charges members to bolster economic recovery

Why Apostle Chibuzor rejected another church branch to educate poor kids

Custom officer, 2 others arrested as NACOC seizes 53.6kg of cannabis

Cedi turnaround reflects strong coordination between monetary and fiscal policy – Finance Minister

Court of Appeal dismisses NAM1’s application to halt criminal trial

Prepare for more heavy rains – GMet tells Ghanaians

Suspected notorious carjacking ringleader Solomon Siaw Tetteh arrested

GACL: Oboubia squatting as deputy MD, position not in company’s organisation chart

Minority questions Adongo’s dual role on BoG board and finance committee

Heavy rains signal peak of our rainy season – GMeT warns Ghanaians to stay alert

Cedi’s strong performance must reflect in prices – Joyce Bawah tells businesses

Residents blame poor drainage planning for deadly Lakeside floods

Cedi’s surge marks the beginning of sustainable economic reset – Ato Forson

Bawumia Tells Cambridge Biz Forum: MOMO Has Changed Ghana's Economy ...Has Brought Banking Services To The Unbanked

Otumfuo Awards Afetsi Awoonor

Pastor, Son Charged Over Alleged GH¢500k Land Fraud

Government Afraid Of Prosecuting Akonta Mines?

Afram Plains residents urge Mahama to prioritise bridge, road projects

Homowo: Ga Traditional Council summons 15 churches for violating noise-making ban

Four-year-old among multiple deaths reported after Greater Accra flooding

Cedi appreciation can be attributed to NPP’s work – Former MP

We gave Mahama an advantage by electing our presidential candidate late – Dr Bawumia laments

KMA intensifies decongestion, but pavements still occupied

NACOC to establish first training school at Akwamu

W/R Minister averts potential labour unrest at Prestea

Four employees allegedly steal GH¢475,000 from Pziram Eye Clinic

Africa Must Work Towards Self-Reliance –Dr Bawumia

Kumasi decongestion has failed due to previous approach – Mayor

ECG collaborates with NADMO to safely restore power after Accra Floods

Adongo cannot serve on BoG Board and chair Finance Committee – Minority

GIS Swoop: Foreign nationals must enter Ghana legally – Ibrahim Adjei

Nana Aba Anamoah Biography, Age, Net worth, Career, Husband, Children

Use social media to attract customers – Ibrahim Adjei to Abossey Okai dealers

Ga Traditional Council summons Lighthouse Chapel and 14 churches over noise ban violations

Three dead in Adentan floods after torrential rain – MCE confirms

GIS swoop: Street beggars will be back in three months – Elvis Darko

4-year-old among three killed in weekend floods – Adentan MCE

99% of road crashes are caused by preventable accidents -WRI

We are not in crisis – Jinapor fires back

Ga Traditional Council summons 15 churches for flouting ban on noise-making

Ghana records 45% reduction in malaria among children under five

I’m fixing the energy sector, not complaining – John Jinapor fires back at critics

The more you reply, the more the President might wonder if you lied on your CV – Netizen fires Sam George

Pressure mounts on Wontumi as Coalition against Galamsey pushes gov’t to prosecute Akonta Mining

Mamponghene Daasebre Osei Bonsu II to be buried on June 9

Old Mutual, GUBA strike partnership to provide unique insurance for Diasporans

Today’s Front pages :Monday, May 19, 2025

What candidate Mahama said about floods in Ghana in 2024

What candidate Mahama said about floods in Ghana in 2024

Stay Prepared: NADMO shares emergency numbers to call during floods

Thunderstorms to hit all regions this afternoon – GMet cautions

Ban on Noisemaking: Stop lawless church invasions before tragedy strikes – Kofi Bentil to authorities

I am not gay, and I will never be gay – Paul Adom-Otchere

I ‘charmed’ Sammy Gyamfi with lucky oil to gift me dollars – Agradaa reveals

A ball of kenkey is GH¢3? Onaapo! – Man showers praises on President Mahama

SHOCKING – 16-year-old SHS student arrested with firearm

AMC & TICON Africa conferences promise insight and networking

Western Regional Minister summons Bogoso Prestea Mine Managers

Energy Ministry dispels scaremongering claims against John Jinapor

Resolve trade imbalance with trust, not tariffs - Bawumia to world leaders

Resolve trade imbalance with trust, not tariffs - Bawumia to world leaders

Only a cartel benefiting from Ghana’s revenue hemorrhage will resist SML solution – Rev. Charles Owusu

Bawumia lauds Ghana as Africa’s fastest-growing mobile money market

Energy Ministry denies scaremongering claims against John Jinapor

Minority slams tariff hikes, calls for better performance from ECG

Bawumia: Africa must build systems to scale its innovations

'Are we sacrificing the environment to save the cedi?' - Prof. Bokpin quizzes BoG’s gold strategy

16-year-old student arrested with locally made gun

Bawumia declares 'I was made for this' as he leads Africa’s digital agenda at Cambridge

'Africa’s time is now'- Bawumia inspires with digital vision at Cambridge Conference

'Why is a board member doing PR?' - Ken Thompson on Adongo’s dollar withdrawal comments

Bawumia’s Cambridge speech makes the case for digital Africa

NADMO confirms no casualties from Sunday’s heavy rains

Unity is possible, but we’ll call out those who sabotage it — Boakye Antwi

Unity is possible, but we’ll call out those who sabotage it — Boakye Antwi

This is a political party, not a family business — Boakye Antwi warns bad nuts in NPP

This is a political party, not a family business — Boakye Antwi warns bad nuts in NPP

NPP’s best chance is 2028, unity is non-negotiable – Boakye Antwi

Several parts of Accra submerged after hours of downpour on May 18

Ghana’s non-traditional exports hit $3.8bn in 2024 despite slight dip

Atwima Mponua: 40 assembly members petition Mahama to name Sakina Oforiwaa as DCE

ECG assures swift Power restoration after rainstorm-induced outages

Petroleum revenue overhaul must deliver real impact – Kwame Jantuah

Kasoa residents raise Cholera fears amid mounting sanitation crisis

Minority opposes further tariff hikes, demands improved ECG performance

Telecom chamber seeks legal backing to prosecute fibre optic cable vandals

Treasury Bill auction undersubscribed for third straight week

Accra Mayor meets hawkers as AMA prepares for major decongestion exercise

OKESS student, 16, arrested with locally manufactured firearm

OKESS student, 16, arrested with locally manufactured firearm

Coalition demands immediate prosecution of Akonta Mining executives for illegal mining

'This strengthening of the cedi risks undermining local production,' says Prof Bokpin

Private involvement in ECG urgent or sector may collapse, says Prof. Bokpin

Private involvement in ECG urgent or sector may collapse, says Prof. Bokpin

'ECG's collection losses at 15%, distribution at 40% not sustainable' - Prof Bokpin warns

Faith Ladies come from behind to beat Jonina Ladies to win Women's FA Cup

'You’re not powering an 8-Hour economy, but promising 24 Hours?' - Prof Bokpin on energy sector failures

Authorities at Osei Kyeretwie SHS using informants to fish out students possessing firearms

'NDC has no policy behind cedi gains' - Bawumia dismisses opposition credit for currency stability

Absa, Seso Global, T.A. Braithwaite partner to enhance mortgage accessibility for Ghanaians abroad

NPP will return to power in 2028 – Bawumia

Court of Appeal grants injunction order in SALL Case against John Peter Amewu and Speaker of Parliament

YEA, Police to recruit 12,000 youth for community policing roles

NPP will have advantage in 2028 because NDC will field a first-time candidate - Bawumia

We got many things wrong; Please forgive us – Bawumia begs Ghanaians

Sam George: Only Finance Minister can remove data tariffs

Surv. Anthony Mallen Ntiador appointed Dep. Executive Secretary of Lands Commission

'I am sorry' – Bawumia apologises to NPP members over 2024 election defeat

Fintech pioneer David Amuquandoh is transforming global finance through design-led development

Ato Forson: Ghana cedi’s rise signals a sustainable economic reset

I never defended Adu-Boahene over GHC 1.3m payments – Ghana Water MD clarifies

I never defended Adu-Boahene over GHC 1.3m payments – Ghana Water MD clarifies

Ketu North MP backs education and sports to empower youth

Ghana joins Burkina Faso to honour Thomas Sankara and fallen heroes

40 Assembly members in Atwima Mponua petition Mahama to appoint Sakina as DCE

I’m solving energy crisis, not grumbling – John Jinapor

Zanetor deserves ministerial role in Mahama’s government - Jerry Ahmed

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES: Monday, May 19, 2025

I’ll not be part of pointless shouting matches – Samson Anyenini hits back at Pro Ken Agyapong Elements

Digital Faceoff: Sam George clashes with X user over cost of data in Ghana

“Africa’s time is now”—Dr. Bawumia inspires with digital vision at Cambridge conference

Ghana joins Burkina Faso to honour Thomas Sankara and fallen heroes

Sammi Awuku calls for drastic measures to fight drug abuse among Ghanaian youth

IGP orders raid on illegal mining hub at Wassa Gyapa after JoyNews reports

Slain Momo vendor in Aflao to be laid to rest on June 7

Six-year-old boy feared drowned in Dunkwa floods after heavy rainfall

Galamsey near Police barrier in Wassa Japa sparks outrage

FDA warns against cannabis-laced alcohol, shuts illegal facility

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