Your ‘criminally managed economy’ comment is unpresidential – Minority to Mahama
The Minority in Parliament has criticised President John Dramani Mahama for describing Ghana’s economy as “criminally mismanaged,” calling the remark unpresidential and unnecessary.
According to...
Minority questions Mahama on 25% wage increase despite ‘mismanaged’ economy
The Minority in Parliament has challenged President John Dramani Mahama’s claim of inheriting a “criminally mismanaged” economy while delivering a lower wage adjustment for...
SONA 2025: Gov’t promises 20% allowance for teachers in rural areas
President John Mahama has announced the introduction of a 20% allowance for teachers posted to rural and underserved areas.
Ahead of the 2024 elections, Mr....
SONA 2025: ‘Nkokɔ Nketenkete’ project to cover 55k households – Mahama [Video]
President John Mahama has announced that his government is on course to implement the proposed poultry programme dubbed Nkokɔ Nketenkete.
Delivering his first State of...
SONA 2025: Sign language in curriculum, free tertiary fees for disabled – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama, in his 2025 State of the Nation Address (SONA), announced a series of educational reforms designed to promote inclusion, equity,...
Minister for Local Gov’t pledges good governance and accountability
The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, has emphasized the government's commitment to good governance and accountability.
Speaking during a meeting...
SONA 2025: Mahama expresses concern over low women participation in MMDCE roles
President John Mahama has expressed concern over the low number of women applying for Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executive (MMDCE) positions, citing systemic...
Full Text: President Mahama’s 2025 SONA
President John Mahama on Thursday, February 27, delivered the First State of the Nation Address(SONA) for his second term.In the much-anticipated address, the President...
SONA 2025: COCOBOD owes GH₵32.5bn – Mahama
President John Mahama has revealed that the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) is currently facing a total debt of GH₵32.5 billion.
Delivering his State of the...
SONA 2025: Our roads sector is in crisis – Mahama
President John Mahama has described Ghana’s road sector as being in crisis, highlighting issues such as mismanagement, stalled projects, and mounting contractor debts.
In his...
SONA 2025: I’ll not cancel free SHS – Mahama [Video]
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated that his government will not cancel the Free Senior High School (SHS) program.
In his State of the Nation...
NSA Scandal: I have directed for culprits to be declared wanted – Mahama
President John Mahama has directed that individuals involved in the National Service Authority (NSA) scandal be declared wanted, with their assets frozen as investigations...
SONA 2025: No dedicated funding for Agenda 111 despite $400m spent – Mahama
President John Mahama has disclosed that the Agenda 111 hospital project lacks a dedicated funding source, despite $400 million already being disbursed.
Speaking during the...
Identity of KNUST student found dead on campus uncovered
The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has officially identified the female student whose lifeless body was discovered on campus in the...
Three Years of Grace: Lifeahead Vision Ministries celebrates growth, unity, and impact
From a vision rooted in faith to a thriving spiritual community, Lifeahead Vision Ministries marks its third anniversary this weekend, reflecting on its transformative...
SONA 2025: NSS to include short military training – Mahama
President John Mahama has announced plans to introduce short military training as part of the National Service Scheme (NSS) to promote fitness and discipline...
SONA 2025: You’ll be paid to the last pesewa – Mahama assures bondholders [Video]
President John Mahama has urged calm among bondholders while pledging his commitment to honoring all financial obligations.
Delivering his first State of the Nation Address...
SONA 2025: Mahama urges Minority to participate in National Economic Dialogue
President John Mahama has called on the Minority in Parliament to participate in the upcoming National Economic Dialogue, scheduled for March.
Speaking during the 2025...
SONA 2025: My gov’t will reduce number of presidential staffers – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced a drastic reduction in the number of presidential staffers in his administration.
The President emphasized the need for a...
SONA: I solve challenges; my style is not to lament and shift blame – Mahama
President John Mahama has reiterated his commitment to resolving the challenges facing Ghanaians with his renewed mandate as their leader.
According to him, he will...
SONA: Ghana’s economic crisis deeper than previously known – Mahama
President John Mahama has acknowledged that Ghana's economic crisis is more severe than previously understood.
Speaking during the 2025 State of the Nation Address delivered...
3 on the run, 6 arrested for alleged defilement at Kasoa Gada
The Kasoa Ofaakor District Police Command has arrested six young boys for allegedly assaulting two Junior High School (JHS) pupils at Kasoa Gada in...
Oko Vanderpuije assures NDC will tackle Accra’s sanitation and congestion issues
Former Accra Mayor and Member of Parliament for Ablekuma South, Alfred Oko Vanderpuije, has assured Ghanaians that an NDC-led government will take decisive steps...
KNUST student found dead on campus in suspected murder case
A female student of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has been found dead near the school's Centre for Disability in...
Approval of Deputy Ministerial nominees does not require Minority votes – Appointments Committee chair
The Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor, has clarified that the approval of deputy ministerial nominees vetted on Wednesday, February 26, does not...
Netherlands Embassy in Ghana processes over 15,000 visa applications annually – Ambassador
The Dutch Ambassador to Ghana, Jeroen Verheul, has revealed that the Netherlands processes the highest number of Schengen visa applications in Ghana, handling over...
University of Energy mourns final-year student who died of kidney illness
The University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) is mourning the loss of a final-year Petroleum Engineering student, Grace Offeibea, who passed away after...
BBC Komla Dumor Award 2025 launched
The BBC is seeking a rising star of African journalism for the BBC News Komla Dumor Award, which is now in its 10th year.Journalists...
Nungua: All the hospitals failed us – Family of Naa Gamu
The family of Lawrencia Naa Borley Nelson (Naa Gamu), who died during a chieftaincy installation at Nungua, has spoken out about the incident.
In an...
The Constitution requires a ‘State of the Nation,’ not a projection – Prof. Kofi Abotsi
Professor Kofi Abotsi, Dean of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) School of Law, has emphasized that the constitution mandates presidents to present...
Revoking last-minute public service appointments is necessary – Yusif Sulemana
The Deputy Minister-Designate for Lands and Natural Resources, Yusif Sulemana, has justified the government’s decision to revoke all public sector appointments and recruitments made...
Hajj Taskforce sets March 13 deadline for 2025 pilgrimage payment
The Hajj Taskforce has set March 13, 2025, as the final deadline for payment of the 2025 pilgrimage.
In a statement, the Taskforce has cautioned...
Man shot dead in Sagnarigu after dispute
A 26-year-old man, Yakubu Mohammed Habib, has been shot and killed in Fou in the Sagnarigu Municipality following a dispute between his brother, Mustapha...
KNUST food research scientists find harmful banned substances in some tomato paste
Food Research Scientists at the Department of Food Science and Technology of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) have detected a...
My client is suffering in custody – Lawyer for ‘Sexy Dondon’ tells court
Counsel for Daniel Asiedu, also known as Sexy Dondon, says he will file a bail application because his client is suffering in prison custody.
Daniel...
State yet to receive analytical report on alleged ‘drugs’ found on 3 women
The state on Tuesday informed an Accra High Court that it was awaiting the analytical report on over 16 kilogrammes of narcotic drugs allegedly...
Ghana risks losing port traffic to neighbours over Covid-19 tax
The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) has raised concerns that Ghana’s ports could lose significant transit traffic to Togo and Côte d’Ivoire due...
Several properties destroyed after gas explosion at University of Ghana’s Bush Canteen
Several properties worth thousands of cedis have been destroyed following a gas explosion at the Bush Canteen of the University of Ghana, Legon.
The incident...
Energy Minister John Jinapor engages partners of East Cape Three Point Block
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, on Wednesday, 26th February 2025, held discussions with key partners of the 1,560-square-kilometre East...
Endrick scores as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad in Copa del Rey first leg
Endrick's strike gave Real Madrid a narrow advantage in their Copa del Rey semi-final first-leg against Real Sociedad.The teenager latched on to a brilliant...