Pedu Junction cocaine worth $350m destroyed; trial of three continues – Muntaka
By Ashiadey Dotse Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has announced that cocaine worth more than $350 million, intercepted at Pedu Junction in the Central Region, has been destroyed following a court order, while the suspects linked to the case continue to stand trial. Mr Muntaka made the disclosure when he appeared before Parliament’s Public […]
Auditor-General uncovers GH¢5.26bn in financial irregularities across MDAs in 2025
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Auditor-General has uncovered GH¢5.266 billion in financial irregularities across Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs) for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. The report shows a 156% increase in financial irregularities compared with the previous year, the highest level recorded in the past five years. According to the audit findings, tax-related […]
Ghana rejects Ramaphosa’s intended visit, over killing of Ghanaian in South Africa
By Ashiadey Dotse The Government of Ghana has turned down a planned state visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa following xenophobic attacks in South Africa, resulting in the killing of a Ghanaian national. Forty (40) year-old Bashiru Isak, is reported to have been shot and killed during xenophobic linked demonstrations, and purported immigration enforcement […]
Allow visa-on-arrival for all Africans to boost intra-African trade – AfCFTA Secretary-General
By Love Wilhelmina Abanonave The Secretary-General of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Wamkele Mene, has called on African governments to adopt visa-on-arrival policies for all African citizens, arguing that easier cross-border travel is essential to boosting intra-African trade and economic growth. Speaking on the GTV Breakfast Show on Tuesday, July 7, 2026, Mr […]
Post-flood mitigation measures: Dredging of major drains continues
The Coordinator of the Flood Mitigation Task Force, Brigadier General Forster Okae Yeboah, and his team have visited identified water retention ponds and affected communities. Accompanied by Deputy Chief of Staff, Operations, Stanislav Dogbe, Minister for Water Resources, Works and Housing, Kenneth Adjei, and 15 Engineer Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Richard Kinney, the team visited […]
Ex-NAFCO Boss’ wife rushes to court, demands husband’s release after dramatic airport arrest
By Ashiadey Dotse The wife of former National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) Chief Executive Officer, Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, has launched an urgent legal battle to secure his release after his dramatic arrest at the Accra International Airport while preparing to travel to the United Kingdom for medical treatment. Hajia Faiza Seidu Wuni on Monday, […]
Nana Ama Bonsu named Asantehemaa-designate
By Nicholas Osei-Wusu The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu, has accepted the nomination of a member of the Royal Family of Manhyia, Nana Ama Bonsu, as the next Asantehemaa. Otumfuo Osei Tutu’s acceptance of Nana Ama Bonsu follows her nomination and presentation to him at the Palace in Kumasi. It is the first major step in […]
Government settles US$700 million eurobond debt ahead of schedule
By Ashiadey Dotse The Ministry of Finance has announced that the Government of Ghana has fully settled a US$700 million Eurobond obligation ahead of schedule.According to a press release issued by the ministry on Monday, July 6, 2026, the payment was completed on Thursday, July 2, 2026. The settlement included US$525.2 million in principal repayments […]
President Mahama urges senior citizens to take advantage of MahamaCares to address age-related health challenges
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Dramani Mahama has urged senior citizens to take full advantage of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, also known as MahamaCares, to help address age-related health challenges, particularly non-communicable diseases. He said the initiative forms part of government’s broader commitment to strengthening healthcare delivery and social protection systems […]
President Mahama honours senior citizens, pledges better healthcare, pensions and preservation of Ghana’s family values
By Celestine Avi and Seth Eyiah President John Mahama has paid glowing tribute to Ghana’s senior citizens for their immense contribution to nation-building, describing them as the country’s “greatest national treasure” whose sacrifices laid the foundation for modern Ghana. He also reaffirmed his government’s commitment to improving healthcare, social protection and pensions for the elderly […]