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ECG transformers vandalised by thieves in Bogoso

Some unidentified individuals have vandalised three Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) transformers in Bogoso, Western Region.Reports available to the GNA indicate that two of...

Driver flees after crashing into shop, taxi at Labadi [Video]

A black Nissan 4x4 pickup driver is on the run after crashing into a Hyundai i10 taxi and a shop at Labadi Akrowah House,...

Fire guts shops at Suame Magazine

Fire has destroyed several shops at the Suame industrial enclave, Kumasi in the Ashanti Region.Numerous properties, including vehicles, spare parts, and auto-mechanic equipment worth...

Mahama sued over appointment of Anthony Sarpong as GRA boss

A private citizen, Emmanuella Sarfowaah, has filed a suit against President John Mahama,  over the appointment of Anthony Kwasi Sarpong as the Acting Commissioner-General...

We’ve witnessed greed in the fight against galamsey in the past – Mary Addah

The Executive Director of the Ghana Integrity Initiative (GII), Mary Awalena Addah, has said that the fight against illegal mining in the country has...

I fled Ghana ahead of 2024 elections – Erastus

Environmental Journalist Erastus Asare Donkor of the Multimedia Group has revealed that he had to leave Ghana ahead of the 2024 elections due to...

Lack of parental care linked to rising mental health issues among youth

Mental health Nurse Dora Awuah has spoken out about the growing mental health challenges among youth, attributing many of these issues to a lack...

DRIP contract was inflated by more than $100m – Ablakwa

Minister-designate for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has called on President John Dramani Mahama to renegotiate the terms of the District Road Improvement Programme...

Multimedia Group kicks off 30th anniversary celebration with Thanksgiving Service [Photos]

To usher in the New Year and kick-start the celebration of its 30th anniversary, the management and staff of The Multimedia Group on Friday,...

Ablakwa proposes establishment of Consular Fund to support deportees

The Minister-designate for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has proposed the establishment of a dedicated Consular Fund to provide legal and humanitarian support to...

I’ll investigate drone delivery contract – Mintah Akandoh

Health Minister-designate, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has revealed plans to investigate the previous government’s contract for drone delivery services if approved by Parliament.The Juaboso MP,...

Minority demands removal of ‘bullying’ Dafeamekpor as Majority Chief Whip

The Minority in Parliament is calling for the dismissal of Rockson-Nelson Etse Kwami Dafeamekpor from his role as Majority Chief Whip, citing concerns over...

Why establish Embassies if we can’t use them to help Ghanaians abroad? – Ablakwa questions

The Foreign Affairs Minister nominee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has questioned the relevance of Ghana’s embassies abroad if they cannot be effectively utilized to assist...

CDD launches podcast to educate Ghanaians on governance and human rights issues

The Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has launched a podcast to educate Ghanaians on governance and human rights issues.The podcast was launched during the...

Govt will facilitate migration of health professionals to create jobs – Mintah Akandoh

The Health Minister-designate, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has outlined plans to address unemployment among health professionals by creating opportunities for them to work in countries...

I’ll use technology to reform passport regime – Ablakwa

Foreign Affairs Ministry nominee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has pledged to reform Ghana’s passport system through advanced technology, eliminating unnecessary bureaucratic hurdles for citizens.Speaking before...

We’ll ensure brain drain becomes brain gain – Ablakwa

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the nominee for the Foreign Affairs Ministry, has assured Ghanaians that efforts will be made to transform the challenge of brain...

I’ll probe $77m ambulance maintenance contract – Health Minister-designate

Minister-Designate for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has pledged to investigate the controversial ambulance maintenance contract if confirmed by Parliament.Speaking during his vetting on Friday,...

Ghana remains friends of all, enemies of none – Foreign Affairs nominee

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the nominee for the Foreign Affairs Ministry, has reaffirmed Ghana's commitment to remaining neutral and maintaining diplomatic relations with all nations.Speaking...

It’s in Ghana’s strategic interest to relate well with the Sahelian States – Ablakwa

The Foreign Affairs Ministry nominee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has highlighted the importance of Ghana maintaining strong diplomatic ties with the Sahelian States, describing them...

Prof Gyampo vows to tackle systemic wrongs as new GSA CEO

The newly appointed Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA), Professor Ransford Gyampo, has pledged to confront systemic wrongs head-on...

Mining leases issued by NPP to be revoked – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to revoke all mining leases issued for activities in forest reserves during the previous New Patriotic Party...

Group petitions Mahama to take decisive action against Aowin MP over alleged involvement in galamsey

The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has petitioned President John Mahama to take decisive action following allegations against Aowin MP, Oscar Larbi, over his involvement...

My call saved the public purse; I should be celebrated – Sam George on seized gold pallets at KIA

The Minister nominee for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovation has defended his call for National Democratic Congress (NDC) party members to position themselves at...

Woman who hit man with empty crate resulting in his death jailed

A 40-year-old trader who hit the head of a public servant with an empty crate, leading to his death, has been sentenced to 10...

Chief Justice not above the law; my criticism was constructive – Sam George

The Minister-designate for Communications, Digitalization, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has defended his comments against Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo over the delayed anti-LGBTQ Bill...

Ghana progresses in prevention and control of cholera

A study by WHO-AFRO evaluating the five-year progress of the implementation of the regional cholera prevention and control framework adopted in 2018, has shown...

Joseph Osei-Owusu appointed to University of Gold Coast Council

The University of Gold Coast (UGC) has announced the appointment of Joseph Osei-Owusu, former First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, as a member of its...

Tema records over 600 fires in 2024, Fire Service set to review prevention strategy

The Tema Regional Command of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has recorded 616 fire outbreaks in 2024, marking a 15% increase from the...

Painter jailed three years for stealing laptop

A 25-year-old painter who stole a laptop from an office at La Kojo Sardine in Accra has been sentenced to three years in prison.Appearing...

DVLA rolls out 2025 DV plates with enhanced security features

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has officially released the 2025 DV plates across all its operational offices in Ghana, incorporating advanced security...

Nungua Livestock Breeding lands under siege – Agric Minister to petition ORAL Committee

A tract of land belonging to the Nungua Livestock Breeding Station along the Tema Motorway in the Tema West Municipality has been taken over...

Your work will not be in vain – Mahama tells Constitutional Review Committee

President John Dramani Mahama has assured that the Constitutional Review Committee’s efforts will lead to meaningful and productive outcomes.He emphasized that their work will...

I’ll not be a Minister who’ll be afraid to sanction telcos – Sam George

Samuel Nartey George, Minister-designate for Communications, Digitalisation, and Innovation, has warned that Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) failing to meet required quality standards will face...

Calls for Constitutional reforms signal progress, not failure – President Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has called for bold and decisive reforms to address gaps and ambiguities in Ghana's 1992 Constitution, emphasizing the need to...

I’ll reintroduce Anti-Gay Bill – Sam George

The Minister nominee for Communications, Digitalisation, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has vowed to reintroduce the Anti-Gay Bill in the 9th Parliament.Speaking during his...

Cybersecurity should remain a standalone entity – Sam George

The Minister nominee for Communications, Digitalisation and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has emphasised the need for cybersecurity to remain a standalone entity in Ghana’s...

Nobody can sack me until I receive a letter from Mahama – PBC MD [Listen]

The Managing Director of the Produce Buying Company (PBC), Kwaku Nkansah, has stated that he will not be a pushover despite the change of...

MNOs failing to meet quality standards will face fines – Sam George

The Minister nominee for Communications, Digitalisation, and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has warned that Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) that fail to meet the required...

Irate group attacks PBC MD’s residence, tows vehicle

Managing Director of the Produce Buying Company (PBC), Derek Kwaku Nkansah, has reportedly been attacked at his official residence.The incident occurred in the early...