News of Tuesday, 3 June 2025

Talensi: Illegal miners fire gunshots at minerals commission officers during underground inspection

Rising Star: Yvonne Dadson’s groundbreaking research earns international recognition

Wontumi visits Bawumia following release from EOCO custody

‘Don’t abandon the party that can save Ghana’ – Ashanti NPP to grassroots

Mahama must rein in security excesses – Atta Akyea

Wa Circuit Court jails notorious armed robber for 18 years

Govt proposes GH¢1 fuel levy to clear energy debt

Defamation: Bright Simons files motion for Ibrahim Mahama to admit key facts

Gov’t risks ‘shooting itself in the foot’ with fuel tax – COPEC

CEO of NEIP supports Solomon Akugru, a survivor of the June 3 disaster

NASPA Coordinating Secretary slams NSA over ‘undue interference’ in A/R elections

OneGhana Movement demands justice for victims of June 3 disaster  

Majority Leader backs “1 litre, GH¢1 levy to end dumsor”

Govt seeks GH¢1 fuel levy hike to save energy sector

Ghana confirms 26 new Mpox cases, total rises to 45

Government to increase tax on fuel, Ato Forson submits request to Parliament

‘I won’t shield anyone from anti-corruption probes’ – Mahama

Police arrest taxi driver with suspected cannabis hidden in fertiliser sacks

Gov’t clears all SSNIT arrears - Finance Minister 

Ken Ofori-Atta’s lawyer rebuts OSP’s ‘dismissal’ of medical report

Considering the work and commitment shown by this government… - Joyce Bawah

Mahama gov’t making every effort to create opportunities for Ghanaians – Joyce Bawah Mogtari

Statutory funds for Q1 fully disbursed – Ato Forson

Supreme Court overturns High Court ruling in Bissue, OSP legal battle

OSP wasting public resources – NPP’s Kofi Tonto fires Kissi Agyebeng

Ofori-Atta scared he will be placed under arrest in Ghana – Kwame Jantuah

OSP to file criminal charges against NPA officials over GH¢280m corruption scandal

If NPP returns to gov’t, we will also set a GH¢1bn bail condition – Assafuah

Our condition of service is not renegotiable – GRNMA Secretary

Ghana Bauxite Company to refine its waste after successful completion of refinery

Notorious armed robber jailed 18 years

Armed robbers shoot 3 in another attack at Dominase Junction

Association of Health Service Administrators trains members on medical negligence

Japan promises to support Volivo bridge project; invites Mahama to TICAD

New 9-member MIIF Board inaugurated to drive strategic transformation

Wontumi visits Bawumia after release from EOCO custody

Dynacor signs MoU with Ansong-Askew to launch joint venture in Ghana’s gold sector

Mahama: GHS4 to $1 unrealistic, cedi should stabilise between GHS10–GHS12

Japan reaffirms support for Volivo Bridge project

Goldbod to open ‘Ghana Gold Village’ as hub for gold jewellery in Africa

GoldBod targets cutting-edge digital traceability technology before 2026

AETC 2025 closes in Accra with bold vision for Africa’s energy future

Mahama hints at ideal value of cedi, urges support for export sector

Japan promises to support Volivo bridge project; invites Mahama to TICAD

How did you conclude that Ofori-Atta was suffering from cancer? – OSP quizzed

Cedis’s fair value to the dollar is anywhere between 10 and 12 – Mahama

Errand boy gives heavy testimony against Adu-Boahene in GH¢49m corruption case

Education Minister orders IGF audit in public universities

Investigations turning into political retribution – Kwabena Agyapong

Chairman Wontumi visits NPP leadership after EOCO release

11% of voters accepted money to vote in 2024 elections —GIMPA-KAS survey

June 3 disaster: 10 years on, victims await court decision in search for justice – Samson Lardy Anyenini

GoldBod CEO woos global investors for gold refining and jewellery ventures

GoldBod’s $4bn breakthrough validates Mahama’s vision for mining sector – Sammy Gyamfi

Responsibility should be our ignition, not the pain of a tragedy — June 3 disaster survivor Akosua Ogyiri

Francis Sosu calls for General Legal Council to be scrapped, labels it ‘amorphous and unaccountable’

81.6% blame NPP’s 2024 defeat on economic mismanagement; 47.3% cite high cost of living – GIMPA-KAS survey

OSP treats Ken Ofori-Atta like a 'common criminal' – Kwabena Agyapong fumes

Embattled Wontumi to report to EOCO June 4 for further probe

Newly recruited jurors defy strike directive, sit in Abesim murder trial

Wontumi visits NPP head office after release, expresses gratitude to party supporters

OSP treats Ken Ofori-Atta like a 'common criminal' – Kwabena Agyapong

Finance Minister inaugurates SSNIT Board, warns against politically-motivated asset sales

Ghana’s small-scale gold exports overtake large-scale for the first time  – GoldBod CEO

No certified medical reports received – OSP rubbish viral medical report on Ofori-Atta

Why haven’t you charged Ofori-Atta if you have evidence? – Kwabena Agyepong quizzes OSP

Group petitions President to revoke alleged ‘last-minute’ appointments at GCAA

Walewale MP to establish state-of-the-art recording studio to boost creative art and fight drug abuse menace

OSP dismisses purported medical report on Ken Ofori-Atta, denies receiving any official document

Ongoing drainage projects must be backed by attitudinal changes towards waste - Adjei-Mensah Korsah

OSP is a waste of public funds – Kwabena Agyepong slams handling of Ofori-Atta

BOMB – OSP uncovers GH¢280m corruption scandal at NPA

Even John Mahama was investigated how much less Ofori-Atta – OSP

Data prices to go down in a few weeks – Sam George

Locally produced meals developed by CSIR set to be incorporated into the National School Feeding Programme-Environment Minister

BoG clamps down on hidden bank charges; tightens rules on interests, other fees

State submits witness statements in GH¢49m fraud case against Adu Boahene

OneGhana Movement demands justice for June 3 victims

Ten Years On: June 3 disaster survivors share painful memories and call for civic responsibility

OSP dismisses purported medical report on Ken Ofori-Atta, denies receiving any official document

Kwabena Agyapong challenges OSP's authority to declare suspects wanted

10-years after June 3 Disaster: Nii Ashitei Ashietey calls for bold action to end perennial flooding

2028 Presidential Elections: The Lion and the Mosquito set for epic presidential showdown

Sharing state matters on personal social media is “unethical” – Kwabena Agyapong

Taxi driver arrested with large cannabis haul in Accra

I won’t talk to Appiah-Kubi again, I have blocked him – Gary Nimako

Ofori-Atta’s ‘media disclosure’ on ailment afterthought – Sammy Darko

Ken Ofori-Atta’s diagnosed with cancer – OSP reveals

Citi Business Festival: Financial planning still possible without steady income – Kush Mkushi

You will need Jesus Christ and Angel Michael as bail conditions if am EOCO boss – Maurice Ampaw

OSP under fire for alleged media bias

KATH Director of Finance remains in office despite expired appointment

Ghanaian restaurant in US seized by government over unpaid taxes

OSP insists it has no medical report on Ken Ofori-Atta

We will respond once charges are officially filed – Wontumi’s Lawyer

EOCO requests a copy of Cecilia Dapaah’s docket from OSP

Freeze and seize Ofori-Atta’s assets – Vormawor tells OSP

National Security urges repairs of Afalo-Togo border potholes

Ofori-Atta’s conduct unacceptable, why does he want special treatment? – OSP quizzes

Mahama recounts childhood ties with Asantehene: “They used to send us for ice cream”

Emmanuel Adjei cycles 10,000km solo from Munich to Accra to raise €100,000 to support education in rural communities

Sagyimase Youth Kick Against Mining In Atewa Forest

Cecilia Dapaah’s Case Back To EOCO

Agyebeng Talks Tough: Ofori-Atta Can’t Be Treated Like A King … Says He Is Fugitive From Justice

Government to track importation of Excavators -President Mahama 

Ofori-Atta’s conduct unacceptable, why does he want special treatment? – OSP quizzes

NDC will be shown the red card if Mahama does not sign the anti-LGBT+ bill – Ntim Fordjour

“When Otumfuo makes a request, who am I to refuse?” – Mahama recounts how he became Prof Mills’ running mate

We’ll be waiting for you to bring Ofori-Atta back - Frank Davies calls OSP’s bluff

Revealed – ‘Fugitive’ Ofori-Atta has not provided any medical report to justify health conditions

Today’s Front pages: Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Govt in talks with strategic investor to revamp and takeover AT

Journalist appointed Jury member of World Press Freedom Prize 

Police Arrests 20 Illegal Miners in 3-Day Crackdown

June 3 Disaster: Ghana marks 10 years after deadly flood and fire incident

More than 700 believed dead in devastating Nigeria floods

You stepped forward to assist your nation - Mahama backs Otumfuo’s mediation in Bawku crisis

Accra marks 10th anniversary of June 3rd disaster with climate summit and citywide clean-up today

Ofori-Atta not evading justice; he’s just unwell – Frank Davies

Asante Gold secures $110m funding; targets 500,000-ounce annual output by 2028

‘One of us was in trouble’ – Bryan Acheampong explains Wontumi bail support

Cocoa farmers renew push for 70% share of global cocoa price

GIS warns public against fake recruitment portal

PAC saved Ghana over GH¢273m in 2024 – Bagbin

Victory Bible Church International celebrates 40 years of impact and God’s manifold goodness

Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee saves Ghana over GH¢278m - Bagbin  

Ofori-Atta has not provided any medical report to justify absence – OSP

Gushegu MP slams EOCO over Wontumi’s detention, labels it abuse of power

OSP returns Cecilia Dapaah’s docket to EOCO

Accept Ofori-Atta’s request for virtual session – Tampuli to OSP

Cybercrime ringleader, 10 others remanded in custody

This is personal now – Lecturer warns of NPP revenge over Wontumi arrest

Gov’t Tables Energy Levy Bill, Proposes ₵1 Fuel Tax to Tackle Dumsor

You promised to bring Ken Ofori-Atta in May, where is he? – Mahama Ayariga slams Afenyo-Markin

Gov’t clears SSNIT arrears, boosts funding for free SHS

Chairman Wontumi visits NPP National Executives after EOCO bail release

Where s Ofori-Atta? – Ayariga questions Afenyo-Markin

Govt transfers GH¢987.9m to DACF for Q1 – Ato Forson

Don’t repeat Kufour-era mistakes in pursuit of Ken Ofori-Atta – Amidu warns

Don’t force a sick man home just to satisfy public opinion – Martin Amidu to OSP

Bonobo Concept Store: Crafting Ghana’s signature furniture

Absa Bank launches referral campaign for prestige banking customers

District Assemblies to receive GH¢25m in 2025 – Finance Minister

Sammy Darko questions timing of Ofori-Atta’s cancer report

Your silence on Sedina Tamakloe is damaging – Barker-Vormawor warns gov’t

OSP squandered GHC 60m I refused to spend – Martin Amidu accuses Kissi Agyebeng of fiscal irresponsibility

Dynacor signs MoU with Ghanaian partner

The OSP has become a rogue agency draining public funds – Martin Amidu

Energy Minister vows accountability over missing containers amid criticism

Zoom Court Hearings Are Legally Valid – Gideon Tettey Tetteh Esq On Ofori-Atta Prosecution

Ghana secures $2.6m Japanese grant for Human Resource Development Scholarship

Ama Pratt calls for collective action to empower Zongo girls at Obaasima Summit

Ken Ofori-Atta was never a target until power changed hands – Amidu fires OSP

OSP engaging in psychological games over Ofori-Atta – Martin Amidu

Your efforts helping in galamsey fight – Lands Minister to IGP

Wontumi’s detention: Bawumia was not truthful to Ghanaians – Adams Sukparu

Chairman Wontumi unwell but ready to cooperate – Lawyer assures

When did he become a doctor? Ken Ofori-Atta’s lawyer slams SP

Kwabena Agyepong Slams OSP Over Ken Ofori-Atta Probe, Calls Actions “PR Stunt”

Your efforts are helping in galamsey fight – Lands Minister to IGP

C/R: Baba Gariba Adams confirmed as Assin Fosu MCE with unanimous endorsement from Assembly Members

NEWSPAPER HEADLINES: Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Otumfuo urges Mahama’s appointees to uphold integrity and serve Ghana diligently

U/E: NDC youth protest leadership style of Garu MP

Findings against Wontumi alarming - NDC's Beatrice Annan

Asantehene urges Mahama appointees to serve with integrity and put Ghana first

Election of MMDCEs back on the table

Defence Minister slams NPP lawyer over Wontumi bail handling

Playback: OSP Declares Ken Ofori-Atta wanted

It’s time OSP freezes Ken Ofori-Atta’s assets – Oliver Barker-Vormawor

There’s no law that says Ken Ofori must be present physically before OSP—Hassan Tampuli

If you think any of our members have done any wrong, take them to court —Kodua dares gov’t

WaterAid Ghana, Guinness Ghana commission water project in Upper West Region

Journalists urged to champion nutrition and public health advocacy

Tricycle operators in Techiman rally as gov't moves to legalise 'Okada' trade

Volta Region records decline in child immunisation coverage - Health officials

Ghana urged to prioritise maternal mental health amid rising postpartum depression cases

3 Schoolchildren injured in Kasoa Ofaakor electricity cable collapse horror

Garu NDC youth protest against leadership style of their MP

Bunkprugu Paramount Chief officially gazetted after 18-year legal battle

Automobile artisans urge gov't to support establishment of workshop facilities

Accra to mark 10th Anniversary of June 3rd Disaster with climate summit and citywide clean-up

Mpox outbreak: 26 new cases confirmed, total cases now 45

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