Prez Akufo-Addo confident in economy recovery, Minority disappointed over Prez failure to tackle corruption and unemployment, NDC council of elders to decide on John Mahama running mate March 7, Spare parts dealers at abossey okai disappointed in Akufo-Addo address
First deputy speaker disappointed in Kyei Mensah resignation, Kyei Mensah Bonsu resignation forced - ACEPA, Cardiovascular disease number 1 killer in Ghana, Minority to demand special audit of Agyapa Royalties Deal
Organized labor suspends planned demo over VAT, Senior Staff, TEWU, FUSAG suspend strike, GJA Media blackout is dysfunctional-NMC, CID begins probe into death of Aburi girl’s student, Health committee protocols for senior high schools
Parliament resumes sitting with new rules, IMF tasks Ghana to stay on course on bailout, Gov’t asked to re-evaluate its estimated revenue, PPP asks Ghanaians to demand better from Akuffo Addo government
Parliament set to resume sitting, 82 bills to be laid, organizes labour relentless in push for government to withdraw 15 percent VAT, Poor air quality due to increase dust levels, looming health crises at universities as strike by TEWU and SSAG continues to bite.
Labour not to honour finance minister meeting on February 6, Tension at Betom over Chieftaincy enstoolment dispute, Drivers demand alternative payment for emissions levy, Peasant farmers concerned over local rice demand
Emissions levy tax to take effect February 1, ECG to begin revenue generation drive February 1, VAT on electricity deadline by Labour expires, John Mahama says no to LGBT
TUC’s seven days ultimatum to government to abandon the decision to impose of a 15% Value added tax on electricity expires, Mobile Money Agents Face Account Blockage Deadline, Alarming HIV Demographics Among Ghanaian Males, Mahama Condemns SML Deal as Resource Fleecing, GFA Apologizes for Black Stars’ Poor AFCON Performance
TUC’s seven days ultimatum to government to abandon the decision to impose of a 15% Value added tax on electricity expires.
EOCO commences investigations into Cecilia Dapaah case, OSP advocates insertion of office in constitution, Momo agent accounts not linked to Ghana card to be blocked, Organized Labour yet to meet government over VAT demands, Clerk of parliament criticized by Public Accounts committee
Father of Slain Major Mahama Calls for more prosecutions, no winner officially recognised in the NPP Parliamentary Primaries in Yendi- EC, Political Science Professor calls for systematic transition of EC suggestions, University Staff Strike Continues Over Pension Arrears
12 convicts in Major Mahama trial have been sentenced to life imprisonment, Electoral Commission urged to suspend its proposal for a change in date of elections, Senior Staff association of universities of Ghana say they will not call off strike, Police service tops list of most corrupt institution in Ghana, Sports Ministry & GFA budgeted 8.5 million dollars for AFCON
NDC Pushes for Electoral Reforms in IPAC Meeting, NPP Delays Decision on Yendi Primaries Amidst Dispute, Wontumi Faces Asanteman Council Over distasteful comments, Public University Strike Continues Despite NLC Directive, ECOWAS Yet to Receive Notification on Withdrawal of Three Nations.
NPP postpones Akuapem South primary, Ghana to be visa free for Africa, OSP defends decision to investigate Cecilia Dapaah, GJA declares media blackout on Hawa Koomson, GFA appoints committee to get new Black Stars coach
Two fire officers in critical condition after two -storey building collapses on them at west legon, 6 persons sentenced to death by hanging, for high treason, Francis Xavier sosu calls for complete abolition of the death penalty, NLC instructs striking members to call off strike before negotiations
Six persons including three soldiers sentenced to death for treason, President denies GRA request to continue SML monitoring contract, NLC directs 3 striking education unions to suspend strike, Upper East regional security council meets feuding Bawku factions
GFA Fires Black Stars Coach After AFCON Disappointment, Labor Commission to Mediate University Strikes Over Pensions, Political Deadlock, December Election Date Change Debated,Julius Malema Criticizes Akufo-Addo Government’s IMF Return
Minority disapprove of Corruption Probe Order by President Akufo-Addo, NPP Bimbilla Office Vandalized After Aspirant Exclusion, NPP Establishes Appeals Committee for Aspirant Vetting,DVLA’s Digital Operations Boost Vehicle Registrations in Accra,TUSAAG Declares Nationwide Strike Demanding Retirement Compliance
CLOGSAG demand government measures to stop fuel hikes, Health service workers demand payment of tier 2 pensions, President refutes clearing agent tag again, Minority chastise government for overspending budget, former first lady demands passage of anti-witchcraft bill
Majority leader questions EC handling of elections, NAM1 trial begins with first witness, Supreme Court nominees likely to return to appointment committee, GRA refutes claims in Fourth Estate investigations, Ursula to contest Ablekuma West again
GNAT demands evidence of AI use from WAEC, John Mahama concern over challenges with district elections, Minority wants government to cede Saglemi to Armed forces, High court throws out NCA request in Onua trial, SML challenges Fourth Estate investigative piece
Voting begins in Local Government Elections, Akufo-Addo and Speaker Bagbin Disagree on Unsigned Bills, Prosecutor Urged to petitioned to investigate $1 Billion Deal Involving Finance Ministry and SML, WAEC Withholds Results of Students Using Artificial Intelligence in WASSCE 2023, Farmers Express Discontent as Government Reduces 2024 Crop Season Price for Cashew.
Minority wants government to cancel SML contract canceled, Speaker disagrees with president over witchcraft bill, Information minister tasks NMC to give fair hearing to Onua TV & FM, EC says all is set for district elections
Ewoyaa Community’s Appeal for Increased Royalties in Lithium Mining Deal, Aviation Authority Concerns Over Airport Lands Encroachment, Minister’s Perspective on Chieftaincy Conflict in Dormaa, Parliament’s Examination of National Ambulance Service in 2024 Budget:
Ghana academy of arts and sciences demand immediate LI. 2462, Some MPs demand broader consultation on 3pm EC proposal, Judiciary wants parliamentary elections in November, IDEG wants election peace pact binding
IGP leaked tape report being delayed by budget work, Madina MP introduces new bill to legislate holidays, LI laid to regulate legal use of marijuana, NDC chair says party will not return to IPAC, Inflation drops by 8.8 percent to 26.4 for November
GES to reinstate dismissed SHS school heads, Minority resolves to oppose new tax bills, John Mahama responds to critics of 24-hour economy, Fromer MP says OSP office is not exercise in futility
Headteachers Face Disciplinary Committee Over Illegal Fees, Former GES Director General Calls for Review of Laws Governing Free Senior High School, Office of the special prosecutor defended after speaker criticism, Parliament Divided Over Controversial Clause in Anti-Gay Bill, EA Questions Government’s Haste in Lithium Lease Agreement
NPP to open nominations for Parliamentary Primaries on December 20, Concerns Raised Over Ghana’s Lithium Mining Deal, Economic Recovery Debate Prof Bokpin Disagrees GIBA Faces DTT Payment Issues, Shutdown Warning issued.
TV signals to be cut of next year over debt, Christian Council and Chief Imam kick against lithium deal, Catholic Bishops conference back anti-lgbt bill, Court grants new force PRO bail, NPP members in Volta make case for Napo
Parliamentary Committees begin scrutiny of budgetary estimates for Ministries, Departments and Agencies,WAEC Withholds 800 Exam Results, Clears 21,000 for SHS Placement, NDPC Director-General Emphasizes Digitalization for 24-Hour Economy Implementation, President Akufo Addo’s Decision on Anti-Witchcraft Bill Criticized by Amnesty International, Kumasi Frenchline Traders Count Losses After Fire Engulfs 50 Shops
Parliament approves 2024 budget, LI restricting imports of selected items abandoned, Lands minister justifies lithium deal, Minority describes lithium deal illegal, Major parties upbeat about 2024 election chances
Dismissed Circuit court Judge sues Chief Justice and Judicial Service at Accra High Court, NPP on course to break the eight, NPP National council grants flagbearer dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s request to name running mate at a later date, NDC ready to rescue the fortunes of the nation.
Teacher Unions to demand compensation from government, EC chair concerned about violent intentions ahead of elections, Attorney General to petition Aisha Huang jail term, Ten persons arrested at Efutu for rioting, Circuit court judge sacked for sleeping with woman in divorce case before him
Aisha Huang sentenced to 4 & half years in prison, Scores of traders displaced at Kejetia Market, Prez returns anti-witchcraft bill to parliament, Management of senior high schools displeased with December 4 reopening
OnuaTV and Onua FM sue National Media Commission (NMC), Private legal practitioner; Martin Kpebu asks national media commission to follow due processes, Majority in parliament stage walkout during budget approval, OSP takes on judiciary over unfavorable rulings, Gold Coast customers resolve to stay at finance ministry
Ghana Health Service directs hospitals to pay mortuary workers from IGF, IPPs describe tariff decrease as politically motivated, Hundreds left dejected after flooding of their homes in Dawhenya, CPA calls for audit of imported items, Upper East regional minister rubbishes dismissal calls
Mortuary workers to go ahead with strike, No work at La general hospital despite government promise, Cardinal Turkson advocates for gays, NPP supporters ask Ken to go independent
Controversial import restriction bill to be laid before parliament today, Two thousand BECE candidates under investigation for malpractices, Government racing against time to meet demands of Mortuary Workers Association of Ghana, Majority leader cautions against attempts to force a candidate on the flagbearer, Dr. Bawumia
Minority prevent laying of LI banning imports again, 41.6% of women aged 15-49 suffer intimate partner violence, Labour demands further reduction of tariffs, Anti-LGBT bill sponsors concerned over delay in passage
Minority demands withdrawal of “yemuadie” LI, Special Prosecutor demands suspension of TOR partnership, Heightened security at Kintampo over death, Pharmacy council shuts 100 pharmacies over license, North East NDC branch take on Veep over watermelon factory.
US embassy warns citizens over hostile LGBT environment in Ghana, Speaker summons security ministers over Kintampo tensions, Veep urges police to maintain professionalism in 2024 elections, Nabdam district is poorest in Ghana, All water sources affected by the Akosombo and Kpong Dam spillage declared polluted
Interior Ministry imposes curfew in the Oti region after ethnic clashes, John Mahama describes President Akufo-Addo and Dr Bawumia as vindictive and authoritarian, Alban Bagbin warns governance will suffer in the next one year, Work begins on la general hospital.
8 dead with 5 others in critical condition at Nkwanta in the Oti region, Dr Bawumia says 2024 is election of achievements, government to restrict the importation of Yemuadie, Ghana Medical Association defends car tax waivers
Bawumia mocks John Mahama over 24 hour campaign promise, Expelled NPP members defy allegations, Dr Samuel Ankrah denies allegations of being behind masked billboards, Alban Bagbin calls bluff of IMF over Affirmative Action bill.
Governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) revokes membership of four of its members, Speaker decries financial burden MPs carry, 2 in 5 children not properly vaccinated in Ghana, John Mahama promises to scrap betting tax
Economist intelligence Unit predicts NDC victory in 2024 elections, State prosecutors file new charges against NAM1, Police goes to court over planned December protests, Jurors in Ashanti region call off strike, Chair of mines and energy committee condemn Ada youth over Electrochem attack
National Petroleum Authority says fuel in Ghana is safe, Asantehene tasks chiefs to hold government accountable, Civil society groups welcome tax relief on sanitary products, Minority says 220 million for dam spillage victims inadequate, Final funeral rites of Theresa Kuffour to happen at Heroes park on November 18
Government projects total revenue for 2024 at 176.4 billion cedis, Spare parts dealers express disappointment in 2024 budget statement, Tollbooth workers arrested after picketing at finance ministry, NPP ends vetting of parliamentary aspirants in Accra
Government grants 23 base pay increment to labour, Chieftaincy ministry justifies religious policy, President assures Akosombo flood victims of compensation, Criminal cases suffering in Kumasi over juror strike, health minister under fire over La General Hospital
NPP begins Vetting of aspiring candidates in orphan constituencies, High cost of living is a major issue of concern to Ghanaians ahead of the budget presentation, organized labour and government to meet again over salary increment, Members of Parliament for Garu and Zebilla dismiss statement made by National Security Minister, residents of communities around the Kakum National Park vehemently opposed any attempt to give off portions of the Kakum national park for mining
National security minister condemns Garu Attack, Businesses demand review of taxes ahead of budget presentation, family of missing lands commissioner staff place 100K bounty for info, Over 300 private property to be pulled down at Dzorwulu, Illegal miners and forestry commission staff still in stand off at Ashanti region
Minerals Commission rejects application by private company to mine in the Kakum National Park, Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, scheduled to present 2024 on Wednesday, November 15, 2023 amidst calls for removal of E-levy and Covid levy, NDC rejects 5 million cedi rebranding set to be undertaken by the Ghana Health Service, Ghana Geological Survey Authority calls for calm after an earth tremor, Israel ambassador to Ghana defends her Country’s military siege in Gaza
Canoe accident on the Afram River claims five lives, Government approves payment of 4 million cedis to clear korle-bu renal unit debt, Energy minister attributes recent power interruptions to a 20 million dollar debt owed the West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo), La Dadekotopon, MP appeals to first lady Rebecca Akufo Addo to intervene in the re-construction of the La general hospital, Stakeholders in Education want government to diversify funding sources.
Energy Minister justifies recent controlled spillage of the Akosombo Dam, North Tongu MP disappointed over no compensation and settlement plan for flood affected residents, People in safe havens may not find homes to resettle-NADMO, Investigative, prosecutorial and judicial agencies must be held accountable for reported attacks on journalists-Information minister.
Members of health committee describe La General statement as contradictory, La residents demand government to allow them reconstruct demolished hospital, Energy minister mounts defense for VRA dam spillage, Alan urges Ghanaians to vote against Mahama and Dr Bawumia, Avenor junction and Opeibia intersection high risk crash locations
La hospital unlikely to be completed anytime soon, Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company denies interference in management of the company, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital renal unit re-opened, Environmental and sanitation impact assessment begins on November 8 in flood affected areas.
CHRAJ says Paul Adom Otchere breached procurement laws, Korle Bu renal OPD opens to patients, Chiefs in North Tongu demand immediate resettlement of affected residents, MP for Ada Comfort Doye Cudjoe pleads for cool heads over eletrochem clashes, Kejetia market traders to embark on action over redevelopment of their market.
Ghana Water Company to resolve water challenge by Wednesday, Patients yet to be received at OPD of Korle Bu renal dialysis center, Some postpaid electricity consumers bemoan inconsistencies with billing, Adwoa Sarfo confident constituents still love her
NPP intensifies calls for a unified front in the party’s quest to break the 8, Executive Director of Global Info Analytics Mussa Dankwah, says the NPP has a lot of work to do in its stronghold, NDC describes Dr. Bawumia’s elections as just a continuation of the NPP government’s failure, NDC Chairman Johnson Asiedu-Nketia, says the ideal number of MPs Ghana needs should be two hundred, ECG to embark on an exercise dubbed ‘Operation Fix the Bill & Pay the Bill’ from November 6 to the 11th at its operational areas
All set the governing new patriotic party’s presidential primary slated for Saturday November 4, Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, Mussa K. Dankwah predicts tight race between Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and Kennedy Adjepong,first day of voter register exhibition records low turnout, arrested residents of Garu released after parliament’s intervention, retired Justices urge current judges to be guided by their consciences when passing judgements
NPP flagbearer aspirants sign undertaking to accept the outcome of Saturdays exercise, NPP Chairman, Stephen Ntim says the party will not tolerate indiscipline in flagbearer elections, Parliament summons health minister over the closure of the Korle Bu renal unit for over 4 months, foreign affiars ministry refuts claims that some Ghanaians have been caught up in the ongoing war between Isreal and Hamas
Mahama Ayariga demands help to locate Ghanaians in Burkina Faso, EC says flood victims can vote, SALL leaders accuse EC of deception, Cathedral Secretariat accuses Ablakwa of reckless populism, Dr Afriyie Akoto calls on delegates to reject monetary offers
youth of garu and tempane demand immediate release of 8 persons for allegedly attacking national security, Energy Ministry takes responsibility over dam spillage, Childs right international, alleges possible sexual and physical abuse of some children residing in supposed safe havens created in the wake of the flooding, EC maintains it has not taken a decision to create additional constituencies beyond the Guan constituency, Church of Pentecost deacon kidnapped in South Africa freed.
EC lays CI for creation of SALL constituency before parliament, Minority vows to resist alleged efforts to create 25 new constituencies, Majority to haul management of VRA to Parliament, Speaker announces inquiry into Akosombo dam spillage, Renal Patients urge Korlebu to open renal unit for outpatient services, NDC to investigate Charles Adu Bohen
Calls for a probe into a military operation at Garu that left some residents injured heighten, Anti graft agencies call on president to assent to Conduct of Public Officers Bill,Ghana’s High Commission in Pretoria, South Africa, working on release of Church of Pentecost deacon who was kidnapped,VRA ends spillage of the Akosombo Dam, PRESEC wins 2023 NSMQ, Messi wins 8th Ballon D’or
OSP says Charles Adu Boahene exhibited lack of sound judgement, Growing calls for probe into military brutality in Garu, NPP dismisses claims of bribery ahead of primary
National Security minister comes under fire, Garu MP calls for probe into military brutality, NPP dismisses bribery claims, EC chair cautions media on misinformation
Erratic power supply expected to continue across the country, Minority in Parliament call on the government to settle the $20 million dollars owed to the West African Pipeline Company (WAPCo), Finance minister announces long term relief measures for flood victims would be taken into consideration during the formulation of the next budget reading, security expert Colonel RTD Festus Aboagye convinced government has no plan for the disaster, aggrieved customers storm court in NAM1 trial,
High court set aside Ga Manye funeral injunction, Dr Kwabena Donkor insists on investigating Boakye Agyarko, Latest poll predicts runoff in NPP presidential primary, Kidney patients cast doubt over NHIS treatment package, NPP leadership ask EC and Police to handle primary without fear
Looming health crisis at dzemeni community, Subsidized dialysis not likely to occur, IGP denies allegations of brutalities against Occupy Julorbi protestors, Injunction placed on funeral for the late Ga Manye.
Chief Justice declines OSP petition for judge removal, Residents of Garu in gun confrontation with national security, Majority MPs dismiss NIB sale claims, Kidney disease treatment on NHIA to take up to a year, Ghana’s terror fight receives major boost
Dzemeni Residents counting their loses as flood waters take over town, There’ll be no further increase in the spillage of the Akomsombo dam-VRA, government to facilitate voluntary teaching and learning at Mepe, Dr. Bawumia hits back on claims of attacks against his person.
Atuguba chides Supreme Court over Gyakye Quayson, Surge in typhoid cases at Buipe, Government yet to decide on relocating flood victims, Education material to be transported to flood areas, All businesses to close on Saturday for Ga Funeral
Sanitation minister under criticism over relocation comments, MPs condemn sanitation minister over relocation comments, Ghana water defends plans to demolish Weija houses, Ant-graft crusaders demand action on road contracts bribery allegations
Dormaa East MP petitions NPP over presidential primary, Prof Boateng rules out NPP chances with Bawumia, Bono teachers demand payment of allowances, Civil society group urge caution over social media framework, Weija chiefs threaten suit against Ghana water
NADMO creating access route for flood victims, EduWatch wants education emergency plan, Armed Forces varying rescue efforts, Prof Boateng defends evidence in his report, Tension in Bawku over missing herdsmen
NAM1 gives police 5 million cedis for customer payment, Kasoa residents issue ultimatum to fix roads, Police arrest four over death in Pankrano, Adabraka clashes, Minority demands probe into Akosombo dam spilling, Private legal practitioner, Akoto Ampaw dead
Malaria cases in children under five increase in flooded communities, stress related medical conditions also soar in the flood affected areas, National Security Minister Albert Kan Dapaah concerned about the spate of misinformation and fake news, Ghana now given the greenlight to produce and export anti-snake venom
Government focused on emergency efforts rather than state of emergency, national house of chiefs task state agencies to provide relief to flood victims, Trade minister KT Hammond escapes jail term, Group urges EC to reconsider Ghana Card plan, Group demands dismissal of BOST boss
No plan to declare state of emergency-Deputy Information Minister, farmers to benefit from 40 million dollar cash package, classrooms in mepe turned to makeshift homes, Ama Governor declined call to bar, 1992 deadly voyage survivor arrested,
Cathedral secretariat respond to pastor resignations from its board, Dormaa East MP asks speaker to reconvene parliament over dam disaster, Mahama tasks government to declare state of emergency, Ghana Bar Association want president to fight corruption, Godfred Dame hits back at Sammy Gyamfi
Teachers and pupils risk their lives on canoes without life jackets, NMC lauds trial of UTV invaders despite criticism, two members of National cathedral board resign, Black Stars suffer four-zero defeat to US
EC urges parliament to allow Ghana Card C.I, Calls intensify for relief for dam spillage victims, 31 ECOWAS national arrested for trafficking and prostitution, President tells Christian Council to pray for citizen understanding, Archbishop Duncan Williams & Rev Eastwood Anaba resign from national cathedral board
Dam flooding declared public health emergency, President links visit to flood victims to votes, NDC to prosecute NPP appointees linked to galamsey
Opposition NDC demand resignation of Attorney General, Godfred Dame, Special Prosecutors releases 5 accounts of Cecilia Dapaah, NPP thugs fined 2,400 cedis for attacking UTV, Minority issue ultimatum over Korle Bu renal OPD, Tema high court to determine Jean Mensah guilt November 24
President Akufo Addo to visit island communities today,Evacuation underway for residents affected by Akosombo dam spillage, Ghanaians in Israel unwilling to return to Ghana, Health Ministry to consider cost of dialysis treatment
Government sets up 13 inter-ministerial committee on dam spillage, Some schools in Buipe shut over flooding, Unsuccessful NDC parliamentary aspirants caution party against complacency, Fuel prices expected to drop on Monday, Majority leader blames party disunity on the long primary process
After Ato Essien, more defunct bank owners to follow, One Chinese national reportedly dead over dam spillage, Speakers at Media General National Dialogue on Assets Declaration advocate for reforms, President calls on global community to support terror fight
Capital Bank founder, Ato Essien sentenced to 15 years jail term, Chief Justice begins probe into OSP request for new judge, VRA continues spillage of Akosombo & Kpone Dams, Government considering subsidies for dialysis patients, Voter register delivered to NPP flagbearer hopefuls
Courts to rule on confirming OSP freezing order on Cecelia Dapaah accounts, Anti-corruption crusaders advocate new legal framework for declaration of assets, Nyaho-Nyaho Tamakloe criticizes Akufo Addo’s leadership style, Liberia start release of provisional election results.
NADMO launches rescue operations in Volta region, Cecilia Dapaah to challenge OSP asset freeze tomorrow, OSP partners FBI over Cecilia Dapaah investigations, CHASS demands scrapping of Buffer Stock in food supply to schools, COP Alex Mensah (rtd) files supplementary witness statements
Cecilia Dapaah in court seeking early hearing of case, IGP to face accusers again today, Gold Coast customers spend night at ministry of finance, Theresa Kuffour to be given state burial, Black stars prepare for two international friendlies
OSP charges Cecilia Dapaah over income declaration, National Service Scheme to become Authority, University of Ghana to sack students with 1.00 CGPA, Theresa Kufour to get state funeral on November 16, Eden Hazard retires from football
COP Alex Mensah (rtd )confident of vindication, Democracy Hub and Fix the country to protest throughout December, Gold Coast customers to picket at Finance Ministry, Minority says IMF programme a failure, Majority leader questions approach over BOG governor
Info minister defends UTV press statement, GJA accuses NPP of crossing the line over press freedom, Aggrieved customers of Gold Coast Investment fund to picket at Finance ministry, Three maintenance staff drown in fuel tanker
Ghana Journalists Association calls out Info Minister, Cecilia Dapaah prays court to release seized funds, Government condemns Hamas attacks on Israel, Volta region’s Selorm wins GMB
IMF to Release Second Tranche of $600 Million as Ghana’s Performance Impresses, Research: 70% of Participants Express Concerns About Ghana’s Direction and Declining Standard of Living, HIV/AIDS Patients Struggle to Access Antiretrovirals, Forced to Overdose on Children’s Prescriptions, Global Alliance Urges Ghana to Uphold Quality Vaccine Program Amid Self-Financing Goals by 2029
Opinion Poll: Shifting Voter Preferences Raise Questions for 2024 Elections, Economist: Central Bank Governor’s Reputation Compromised Amid Protest Critique, Lawyer Denies Plea Bargain in Ambulance Case Involving Minority Leader, Collective Bargaining Agreement for Teachers’ Allowances Expires Amid Teacher Exodus
Accra College of Education Teacher Trainees Voice Concerns Over Brain Drain of 10,000Licensed Teachers, Bank of Ghana Governor Faces Parliamentary Opposition Amidst Controversial Remarks, MP Ato Forson Denies Plea Deal Negotiations in Ambulance Case, Kurt Okraku Re-elected GFA President with Overwhelming Support
Electoral Commission Exceeds Voter Registration Target, Smaller Parties to Pursue Legal Action, Minority Accuses BOG Governor of Contempt Over Protest Comments, Parliament Health Committee to Grill Korle Bu CEO on Dialysis Charges, Lead Suspect in Former Sanitation Minister Theft Case Denied Bail Again
Evening Episode of Daily Beats Podcast on 04-10-2023
Five people paid ‘proposed’ cost of dialysis, Petroleum product prices remain unchanged, Gabon Coup Leader Seeks Support from Congolese President to End Sanctions, Minority Caucus in Ghana Parliament Plans Demonstration Against Bank of Ghana Leadership
Health Ministry summons management of Korle-Bu over new dialysis fee, Gas booster station near Tema Oil Refinery catches fire, Police on manhunt for siblings said to have killed 60-year-old woman over witchcraft accusation, South Africa adds Ghana to E-Visa list
Sissala West: Ghana, Burkina Faso security agencies on manhunt for suspected terrorists, La Traditional Council denies bribery allegations in Burma Camp land reclamation, Rabies kill two in Ashanti Region, TEWU, other university unions give govt two-week ultimatum to restore allowances
Ghana to use electric vehicles for public transport – Bawumia, Court adjourns Adisadel College assault case to October 04, Government wants to sell NIB and ADB to cronies – Minority fights proposed merger
NAGRAT demands cancellation of double track in SHSs, academic calendar reset, Probe into collapsed building at Ofankor in limbo as caretakers clear site, It’s unfair for high-profile criminal cases to drag for years – Dame laments, At least 100 killed, 150 injured in fire at Iraq wedding party
Ghana Armed Forces denies releasing land to La Traditional Council, Government secures GH₵3.9bn in reopened DDEP, Suhum: Police on manhunt for Okada rider who allegedly poisoned 17-year-old pregnant girlfriend, John Dumelo says NHIS should cover dialysis treatment
FDA orders recall of Beltocin and Vernetocin Injections, Kan Dapaah sues Barker-Vormawor over bribery allegation; demands GH¢10m, Alan’s resignation disappointing but we respect his decision – NPP, NPP not hijacked by a select few – NPP replies Alan Kyerematen
Savannah region: Government fails to meet seven-day deadline to fix damaged Doli bridge, Ashanti Region: NPP leadership orders removal of all Alan posters, Seven die at an illegal mining pit at Bonsawire in the Western Region, Nelson Mandela’s granddaughter Zoleka dies at 43
Bill to remove 15% sanitary pad tax introduced, Kumasi traders threaten demo over delayed works on Kejetia market, North East Region: 60-year-old woman shot dead over witchcraft accusation
#OccupyJulorbihouse demo: Police to hold debriefing session with organisers, #OccupyJulorbiHouse: There was no concrete basis for 3-day demo – NPP Youth Wing, Disregard false reports of Larabanga mosque collapse – Managers, Ofankor: Three-storey building under construction collapses, 2024 Women’s AFCONQ: Rwanda suspends coach for claiming Black Queens players were “like men”
Alan resigns from NPP again; to contest 2024 polls as an Independent Candidate, #OccupyJulorbiHouse demo: Accra Regional Police Commander summoned over brutalities, Accra will suffer with more than 50 millimetres of rain – GMeT
Celebrities join protesters for Day 2 of #OccupyJulorbiHouse demo, Gas explosion at Eastern Regional Hospital, Fake doctor robs patients and absconds, Missing Nigerian journalist found dead in pit
Democracy Hub Proceeds with protest, Parliament Minority Objects to Government’s Plan to Use TEN Oil Field as Loan Collateral, Akufo-Addo calls for international support to fight coups, terrorism in Africa, Ghana’s economy grows by 3.2% in second quarter of 2023
Police file application to prohibit planned demonstration by democracy hub group, One feared dead and several injured as landguards clash with wood sellers at Ofankor, Three students from T.I. Ahmadiyya Senior High School have been arrested for attacking and injuring 15 Form 2 students with machetes, Russian Embassy denies ties to alleged pro-Wagner mercenaries in Ghana
OSP alleges that Cecilia Dapaah’s dead brother’s account still sends money to her, Attorney General to apply for daily hearing in NAM 1’s case, CMB fire victims reject NADMO’s proposal to relocate, 5 miners jailed 100 years for mining without authority
Court Grants NAM1 bail of GHC 500m cedis, 40 police Chief Inspectors sue Dampare for refusing to promote them, EC debunks claims of disenfranchising voters, GTEC cautions mature students
Ghana retains 1st position as Africa’s highest borrower from IMF, COP Alex Mensah declares he rerun for Asante Bekwai MP, Pensioner bondholders reject the effort to involve them in the DDEP, New UK Visa Fees To Be Implemented In October
Hundreds of residents rendered homeless after demolition exercise in Ablekuma, Ghana lost GH¢64 million to fire outbreaks in 2022, Government settles 10 months of allowance owed School of Hygiene Trainees, Anto-Aboso explosion: EPA sets up committee to review its monitoring
Fire guts several shops at CMB, Embattled COP Alex Mensah retires from police service, Passengers stranded as heavy rains cut off Bamboi-Wa highway in the savanna region, Ghanaian women receive less pay than their men - GSS
Trade Ministry suspends permits for construction of new factories for manufacturing portland cement, House help arrested for killing businesswoman, Take immediate steps to resolve Airbus scandal – Owusu Bempah petitions OSP, 64% increase in cocoa price woefully inadequate – GNACOF, Quantities of Explosives Retrieved at Another Quarry in Shama
Adwoa Safo apologises to NPP over absenteeism, 13 fishermen reportedly missing in the sea, Demolition of toll booths on Tema Motorway underway, Trade Ministry suspends permits for construction of new factories for manufacturing portland cement
Minority demands resignation of COCOBOD CEO over mismanagement, Government Extends Invitation for Fresh Debt Exchange Program, Nigeria hit by widespread blackout in, Let’s support BoG to build a befitting Headquarters – Ofori-Atta
NPP Hopefuls Ballot for November 4 Conference, Leaked tape: Parliamentary committee to resume sittings October 2, Survey Shows Alarming Drop in Women’s Representation as Experts in Ghanaian Media, African Union to launch regional credit rating agency in 2024
National Security Minister Withholds Interim Report on Alleged Plot to Oust IGP, Citing Classified Status, Inflation for August drops from 43.1% 40.1%, Shama Explosion: Authorities discover over GH¢55,000 at quarry site, “Bank of Ghana Governor Reports Improved Financial Soundness in first half of 2023
Kan Dapaah, Bugri Naabu to appear before ‘leaked tape’ committee tomorrow, Limited voter registration: NDC alleges EC deliberately took faulty machines to strongholds, Over 5,000 people dead and 10,000 missing in Libya floods, Black Stars wins with 3-1 victory over Liberia in an international friendly
OSP files motion for confirmation of seizure and freezing orders of Cecilia Dapaah’s funds, OccupyBoGdemo: Police to provide security for Minority’s protest, I didn’t plot a secret recording with Bugri Naabu – Dampare, Dampare denies withholding promotions
Minority suspends OccupyBoG protest again over safety concerns, IGP to appear before ‘leaked tape’ committee, Mahama fumes over court’s delay in hearing injunction application against EC
Explosion at Anto-Aboso quarry site kills several people, Bag of cocoa beans to sell at GH¢1,308, President Akufo-Addo commissions six new vessels into Ghana Navy Fleet, Akufo-Addo: Mahama’s allegations of judicial bias ‘dangerous and reckless’
Police suspend interdiction of three senior officers implicated in leaked tape, Ghana Highway Authority to remove toll booths on the Tema Motorway, High Court Grants 7-Day Deadline for Ghana Police to Amend Title in Injunction Application Against Parliamentary Minority’s Protest, African Swine Fever Outbreak Devastates Pig Farms in Eastern Ghana, Losses Soar to GH¢2.2 Million
NDC, 4 other political parties sue EC over limited voter registration, Aggrieved Menzgold customers to protest on September 12 over locked up cash, Frustrated motorists clamour for govt to fix dangerous Tema Motorway, Air Quality: Makola, Agbogbloshie among five polluted hotspots in Accra
Police interdicts three high-ranking officers over leaked IGP tape, Works on La General Hospital to begin soon, EU allocates €80,000 for flood preparedness in northern Ghana, Presidential Election Petition Court Confirms Bola Tinubu as Nigeria’s Elected President
DVLA Announces Phase-Out of Old Driver’s Licences, Urges Replacement with Smart Cards, NPP Postpones Flag Bearer Aspirants’ Balloting Amidst Concerns and Alan Kyerematen’s Withdrawal, NDC Swears in New National Executive Committee Members, Emphasizes Commitment to Change, Tragedy Strikes as Three School Children Drown While Crossing River in Ashanti Region
IMF to Review Ghana’s Economic Recovery Programme Implementation, Mahama Calls for Decentralized Voter Registration to Ensure Fair Elections, Vice President Bawumia Launches National Premix Fuel Automation Project for Ghana’s Fishing Industry, Outrage as Taxi Driver and DJ Found Dead in Police Cell in Central Region
Alan Kyerematen Withdraws from NPP Flagbearer Race, OSP Retains Custody of Cecilia Dapaah’s Funds Despite Court Order for Release, ECG to Demand Outstanding Payments, Conducts Households Visit to Capture Unregistered Users, International Vaccine Institute Partners with EuBiologics for Technology Transfer of Oral Cholera Vaccine Production in Ghana
Medical Impersonator Apprehended at Komfo Anokye Teaching, CETAG Calls Off Strike, Kurontirehene Found Dead in Goaso, Foul Play Suspected; Community in Shock, Lagos Rail Mass Transit Blue Line Finally Begins Commercial Operations
Leaked tape: Parliamentary committee uncovers new audio, Minority reschedules protest against BoG Governor to September 12, Gabon Military Leader Sworn in Amid Calls for Return to Constitutional Order, GES reschedules Form 1 students reopening date to Sept. 25
Minority suspends planned protest against BoG Governor, Expect more rains: Up to November - GMet warns, Attorney General Vows Justice as Menzgold CEO Faces 39 Counts of Fraud and Money Laundering, Man Sentenced to Eight Years for Operating Unlicensed Microfinance and Forging Bank Documents
Claims of unfair treatment against Jubilee House security personnel untrue, Akenten Appiah-Menka university student dies after fire incident during hall procession, Custom officials intercept over 700 fake metres at Dabala checkpoint, NPA starts Cylinder Recirculation Model
NPP Cancels Run-off Election Amidst Controversy, National Cylinder Re-circulation Model Launches in Greater Accra and Ashanti Region, Senior Police Officer Accused in IGP Removal Plot Voices Criticism of Leadership Amid Denial of Tape Authenticity, Tipper Truck Drivers Clash with Police in Gomoa East District
OSP disagrees with court order to return Cecilia Dapaah’ seized money, Minority vows to protest against BoG Governor despite police injunction, The Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) sanctions 16 staff for violations, President Nana Akufo-Addo commissions Africa’s largest industrial salt production mine
Court Orders Special Prosecutor’s Office to Return Seized Funds to Cecilia Dapaah, NPP Flagbearer Hopeful Boakye Agyarko Withdraws, President Akufo-Addo Forms Committee to Review Privileges of Office Holders, Senior Police Officer Implicated in Plot Against IGP Denies Ties to Former NPP Chairman, COP George Alex Mensah Claims Leaked Tape Altered, Denies Involvement
Menzgold CEO Faces Fresh Charges, NCCE Urges Electoral Commission to Boost Public Education on Limited Voter Registration, NPP National Council to Decide Boakye Agyarko vs. Francis Addai-Nimoh Run-off, Fatal Shooting at Illegal Mining Site Kills Teen, Injures Two Others in Western North Region
Two dead, two others injured in Nsawam shooting, Four galamseyers arrested, guns confiscated by Twifo-Atti-Morkwa task force, Gabon military declares coup, saying election results were falsified, First Lady launches ‘Unifying Campaign’ to promote gender
Protest Over Utility Rates Halted as Police Refuse Protection, Suspected Police Officers in Leaked Tape Face Parliamentary Committee, Barber Sentenced to 8 Years for Defiling Minor; Allegations of Attempted Tampering with Case Emerge, Police Probe Suspected Suicide of Man Found in Well in Koforidua
President Akufo-Addo swears in two High court judges, NDC threatens to sue EC over limited voter registration, Nkwatia Presby SHS Assistant Headmaster relieved of his duties for slapping student, Nkwatia Presby SHS Assistant Headmaster relieved of his duties for slapping student, Two armed robbers stab gold buyer to death
President Akufo-Addo Launches Phase Two of Planting for Food and Jobs, Kennedy Agyapong’s Campaign Team Clarifies ‘Showdown’ Remark,13 Detained for after Tamale Court Chaos, Ugandan Man Faces First ‘Aggravated Homosexuality’ Charge Under New Anti-Gay Legislation
Paramount Chief Confirms Leaked Audio Plot to Remove IGP, NPP Flagbearer Aspirant Boakye Agyarko Denies Withdrawal from presidential race, Minister Inaugurates $10 Million Factory for Cocoa Pulp Conversion to Fruit Juice in Eastern Region, National Identification Authority Launches Limited Registration for Ghana Cards in Eight Regions, 17-Year-Old Apprentice Remanded in Custody Over Alleged Rape Case in Agbozume District Court
Vice President Bawumia Emerges Front-runner for NPP Flagbearer Race, Kennedy Agyapong and Others Referred to Disciplinary Committee for Misconduct, Arrest Made in Connection to Murder Case in Ayiem- Police Hunt for Five Other Suspects, Onion Trucks Return Home After Weeks Stranded at Benin-Niger Border
Minority Defiles Police, Planting for Food and Jobs Program Set for Review, EOCO Surpasses 2023 Target- Retrieves GH¢79 Million, 17-year-old’s Abduction Leaves Victim mentally challenged
National Identification Authority resumes Ghana card registration for citizens aged 15 and above, Bugri Naabu absent from leaked tape investigation committee, High demand for HIV self-testing kits in Ghana, Chinese embassy in Ghana launches poverty alleviation initiative
Attack in TMA School at Sakumono,MP for Afram Plains North, Betty Krosbi Mensah urges voter registration review, Ghana withdraws Men’s 4x100m Relay team from Budapest 2023 World Athletics Championships. Wagner chief Yevgeny Prigozhin dead in Russia plane crash.
Electricity Company of Ghana clears debts owed to Independent Power Producers, Family demands investigation into death of a man in police custody in Ho, Three-year-old girl dies amid flooding in Western North Region, Bawumia campaign team denies allegations of fund accumulation for party delegates, Police express concerns over protest routes chosen by Minority Caucus
Transport association threatens 20% fare hike amid petrol tax standoff, Ewoyaa Lithium project contract reports denied by Minerals Commission, AU suspends Niger following coup and Terrorist attack on Ghanaian driver transiting from Niger to Burkina Faso
Tamale international Airport phase two expansion inaugurated by Vice President, Ghana railways workers union demands payment of salary arrears and contributions, Disturbing abuse suffered by four children in Wa molestation case confirmed, Former Nigerian oil minister charged with bribery in UK for contract awards
Ghana leads West Africa in Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) trial launch, Ministry of Finance initiates settlement of restructured bonds in Ghana, Electricity and Water rates to increase from September, Another bail granted in Cecilia Dapaah money theft case and Accused beheader apprehended in Western Region
Lands Commission urged to remove “Goro Boys” from their operations, Political parties in raise concerns over voter registration restrictions, Saudi Border guards accused of mass killings of migrants and Media General rewards Paa Kwesi Asare with USD 10,000 for winning BBC News Award
Bank of Ghana Governor responds to cost concerns and procurement process of New Headquarters, Majority Chief Whip denies involvement in defacing political billboard, Students injured in float parade accident, and some exciting news as TV3 presenter Paa Kwesi Asare wins 2023 BBC News Komla Dumor Award.
Ghana deploys sanitation guards against plastic waste dumping, Alarming breast cancer mortality rate in Ghana as over 4,000 women face high risk, Niger coup leader pledges civilian transition and Riffle accident leaves soldier dead.
Ghanaian Community in Niger wants border reopening, Electoral Commission removes 15,000 ineligible names from Ghana’s voters’ register, Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs cracks down on extortion at passport office, Former GN Savings and Loans employees petition President for license restoration.
Office of the Special Prosecutor reveals arrest of Cecilia Dapaah’s husband amidst seizure proceedings, MP James Gyakye Quayson calls for disciplinary action against Attorney General and Electoral Commission clarifies intent behind Ghana Card as sole voter registration document.
Minority Caucus demands transparency from Bank of Ghana over new headquarters construction, West African army chiefs convene in Accra to discuss Niger Crisis, Forestry Commission officer shot by illegal miners, Accra High Court sets ruling date for freezing accounts of former minister Cecilia Dapaah.
Ahmed Suale’s family expresses concern over justice if Ken Agyepong becomes president, Kumasi tricycle operators comply with ban in Central Business District, Ghana to conduct comprehensive census of businesses and Ablakwa urges Ministry to address passport backlog and move towards automation
NDC youth wing protests against controversial 10% betting win levy, Police officers accused of killing teenager in Eastern region, Ministry of Energy secretary faces trial for alleged ATM manipulation and theft, North East region’s food security threatened by recent floods.
Man remanded for alleged defilement of 14-Year-Old, infecting her with HIV and TB, Minors testify in closed trial against man accused of defiling them, Protests escalate over deteriorating road conditions in Kpone Katamanso and Malian music icon Salif Keïta appointed special advisor to military junta leader
Minister criticizes passport office staff for alleged fraud and calls for clean-up, GNAT seeks dialogue on Free SHS programme review for sustainable education, Kumasi Technical University offers special exams for late registrants. Greater Accra Council takes action to regulate tricycle operations and ease traffic
Controversy surrounds fatal shooting of suspected criminals by Jacobu District Police, Fuel prices expected to rise by 5.7% in upcoming August pricing window, Deputy Education Minister appeals for end to CETAG strike and Man pleads not guilty to 15 counts of defilement.
Kumasi Technical University students appeal for reconsideration amid registration woes; Charles Bissue resolves to defend himself against Anas Aremeyaw Anas and OSP’s allegations; Majority Leader criticizes calls for Bank of Ghana officials’ resignation; Alleged Police killings in Jacobu spark tensions and; Niger’s ousted president faces high treason charges under military junta
Father sentenced to death for sacrificing son in occult ritual; John Mahama outlines strategies to tackle youth unemployment; President Akufo-Addo proposes University of Ghana be named after JB Danquah and; Niger’s ousted president Mohamed Bazoum held in challenging conditions after coup
Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ bill could trigger trade and investment crisis according to the US; Bridge collapse after heavy rains cut off communities; Cocoa road program comes to an end; 13,000 children flourish with improved feeding practices and; Deputy Minister refutes BECE cancellation claims.
Corruption allegations prompt freeze on Cecilia Dapaah’s accounts; IMF supports Bank of Ghana’s efforts despite financial setback; New rule allows Deputy Speakers to vote privately in Parliament; ECOWAS leaders agree on armed response to Niger coup crisis
Cecilia Dapaah’s bank accounts frozen amid corruption allegations; MP urges tricycle operators in Kumasi to comply with rules, Stranded onion trucks raise price concerns due to border closure, World Bank halts loans to Uganda over anti-LGBTQ law.
The trial of Beige Bank CEO Micheal Nyinaku is ongoing and this week the prosecution revealed details of financial transactions; Papa Kwesi Ndoum calls out media’s lack of coverage for smaller parties; Ghana’s inflation climbs to 43.1% in July; NDC executive fired for supporting NPP flag-bearer aspirant and; Ghana Revenue Authority to introduce tax stamp on textiles to fight counterfeiting.
Bank of Ghana’s Governor faces calls for resignation over massive loss; BECE cheating attempt foiled; 12 demonstrators in police custody after clash at KMA over impounded tricycles; New suspects apprehended in Cecilia Dapaah’s theft case; Pavement flour drying halted along Kanda highway and; ITUC-Africa supports ECOWAS’s non-military approach to Niger’s political impasse
NDC’s Fred Nuamah steps back from Ayawaso West-Wuogon contest; Record number of students benefit from GETFund scholarships; Accra Court sends fake microfinance operator to eight-year prison term; Tensions rise at Kumasi South Hospital over appointment of Dr. Oheneba Owusu Danso and; Tinubu’s war rhetoric faces resistance as ECOWAS delays military action against Niger.
Ghana’s oil revenue woes deepen as the country loses millions of dollars; Ghana’s involvement in Niger crisis requires Parliamentary approval, says MP; National ID flexibility in Ghana’s Cylinder Recirculation Model Programme and; President Akufo-Addo honored with the medal of merit for Pan-African leadership
In the 6PM GMT Mon, 7 Aug 2023 episode; 2023 BECE see balanced number of male and female candidates; Fifteen arrested for blocking Awoshie to Pokuase highway; Mahama criticises Akufo-Addo’s decision to abandon Saglemi Housing project and; Niger closes airspace amidst neighbouring countries’ threat.
In the 9AM GMT Mon, 7 Aug 2023 episode; 27 Ghana Immigration Officers face action over alleged misconduct; Hospital workers arrested for stealing medicine in Bolgatanga; Dr. Evans Aggrey-Darkoh named new head of Ghana’s Civil Service; Nogokpo controversy: Archbishop Charles Agyin-Asare holds his ground and; Onion sellers plead for help amid Benin border closure.
In the 6PM GMT Thu, 3 Aug 2023 episode; The Ghana AIDS Commission is rationing drugs amid financial struggles; Significant strides made in water and sanitation goals with $6.6 million sewerage projects; Ex-Deputy National Security Coordinator receives presidential pardon and; Ghana Independent Broadcasters Association seeks justice in court over imposed fees and disconnections on Digital Terrestrial Transmission Platform
In the 9AM GMT Thu, 3 Aug 2023 episode; President Akufo-Addo denies allegations of backing a presidential candidate in NPP race; 37 Military Hospital to decongest morgue; Ablakwa accuses President Akufo-Addo of broken promise on Finance Minister’s removal, and; Niger’s major cities experience blackouts following coup.
In the 6PM GMT Wed, 2 Aug 2023 episode; Heartbreaking accident leaves six dead and several injured; Ghana faces HIV crisis with 16,574 new cases in 2022; AG’s office takes over prosecution of theft case at Cecilia Dapaah’s residence; Kumasi’s tricycle operators block roads in protest against ban and; MP Muntaka Mubarak questions Police account of youth’s death in Asawase
In the 9AM GMT Wed, 2 Aug 2023 episode; Ghana’s onion importers alarmed by ECOWAS sanctions on Niger trade; Minority in Parliament raise alarm over new affordable housing project Initiative; Bawumia to appease party loyalists with “One constituency 10 appointments policy” and; Chief Justice justifies denial of Bar admission over ‘obscene’ conduct.
In the Tue, 1st Aug 2023 6PM GMT episode, New National Affordable Housing programme to provide 8,000 housing units in 18 months. Haruna Iddrisu pushes for tougher measures on unexplained wealth. Riders arrested as Kumasi authorities crack down on tricycle ban violations I8-year-old convicted and fined for electricity meter theft
In the Tue, 1st Aug 2023 9AM GMT episode, Court acquits Savelugu MP of unlawful possession of firearm Trial of former Ministers and others over Saglemi housing project to begin in November Finance Minister and Minority leader clash over Ghana’s economic outlook. Senegal opposition leader Ousmane Sonko charged with fresh offences.
Ghana’s economy on track to recover, says finance minister, Petrol, diesel prices to go up 9%, LPG by 20%, Colleges of Education teachers to strike over unpaid allowances and Trainee nurses patience wearing thin over unpaid allowances
Menzgold completes transaction validation process, promises to pay customers soon. Minister of Finance to address Parliament on mid-year budget review. Juaboso MP Kwabena Mintah Akandoh injured in serious accident. Niger Junta warns against aggression as regional leaders demand President’s release.
ILO, GSS to develop national labour and multi-factor productivity document. Independent Power Producers threaten to shut down power plants. Conflict entrepreneurs fuel illegal arms trade in Ghana. 14-year-old boy killed by stray bullet at fire festival and Adisadel College student’s assault case adjourned due to lack of jury.
GPHA security boat did not collide with fishing boat, says authority. Ghana becomes one of the few countries to criminalize accusations of witchcraft. Cannabis Bill does not legalize the recreational use of weed and the Ghana government pays GH¢55 million to WAEC for 2023 BECE and WASSCE.
Ghana Rubber Estates Limited considers shutdown, putting 7,500 jobs at risk. Two fishermen die while illegally fishing. Adisadel College student arrested for assault. Fourteen suspects arrested for the murder of two people in Bono region and co-founder of defunct UT bank cautions business owners
New Patriotic Party holds balloting for flag-bearer hopefuls. Three military officers and three civilians arrested on suspicion of attempted robbery. Government denies granting lithium licenses. The Ghana Real Estate Developers Association (GREDA) denies money laundering claims
A seven-member jury has been constituted to try the police officer who shot his girlfriend. Army worm infestation hits Nabdam district. Road crash fatalities down in Ghana. EOCO and MTN to combat mobile money fraud.
Freda Prempeh MP for Tano North replaces Dapaah as the new Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources. Police recover some of the stolen items of Cecilia Dapaah. Ghana finally abolishes the death penalty. AG wants perpetrator of Adisadel College assault brought to justice and Court sets October 12 to deliver judgement in Aisha Huang case
Cecilia Dapaah released on bail. Adisadel College student assault, housemaster interdicted, thorough investigation underway. Seven-member committee to probe audio recording on IGP’s ouster. Mid-year budget presentation postponed to Monday. Nigerian national sentenced to 10 years in prison for cocaine smuggling.
Cecilia Dapaah’s home searched by OSP, Mid-year budget review set for today, First phase of Apiatse reconstruction almost ready and Building Collapse in Cameroon Kills 33, Injures 21.
Cecilia Abena Dapaah arrested by OSP in connection with the theft of cash and valuables. Man charged with stealing $386,790 from National Investment Bank. BoG increases the Monetary Policy Rate to 30%. NPP sets rules for parliamentary primaries and the NDC holds memorial service for late President Mills.
Cecilia Abena Dapaah has resigned from her ministerial position following a controversy surrounding the theft at her residence. Some good news for National Service personnel as the government approves an increase in their allowance. Newborn babies to be issued Ghana card numbers starting August. A Chinese national who allegedly accommodated alleged galamsey kingpin Aisha Huang remanded and irate youth attack Asawase police station.
High Court dismisses case against First Atlantic Bank over sexual harassment allegations. Housekeepers of Minister Cecilia Abena Dapaah charged with stealing huge sums of dollars, pounds, and cedis. One killed, several injured in shooting Incident on Bawku-bound bus. Russia-Ukraine war a wake-up call for Africa’s food systems
Center for Employment of Persons with Disabilities decries the diversion of disability funds. NAGRAT demands immediate reinstatement of the interdicted WASS headmistress. National Intelligence Bureau allegedly picks up Bugri Naabu’s aide and receptionist over the content of an alleged leaked tape and NPP National Council dismisses petition to centralize flag-bearer elections
Inusah Fuseini speaks after his son’s imprisonment. Ghana denies turning its back on Burkinabe nationals fleeing extremist attacks. Kwame Pianim wants MPs who boycott parliamentary sitting to lose their allowances and Vladimir Putin will no longer go to South Africa
Supreme Court dismisses an injunction application seeking to stop Parliament from continuing with the consideration of the anti-LGBTQ bill. The office of the Vice president denies affiliations to Islamic groups. More Ghanaians to receive Covid 19 jabs and Protests against the high cost of living turn deadly in Kenya.
Bloody clashes at Asawase leave two injured, Alleged Galamsey Kingpin Aisha Huang sheds tears in court. Office of former President John Agyekum Kufuor denies death rumours. Ghana and Portugal sign defence and economic pacts and Black Queen thrash Guinea to advance in Olympic qualifiers
Ghanaians asked to brace themselves for higher food prices in the coming days. In parts of Upper East region, girls education hang in the balance. Minority in Parliament want office of the Special Prosecutor scrapped. Payment to agitating food suppliers to be completed in August.
The Ghana government is under enormous pressure to refund monies paid to South African company for sky train construction. The Lands and Natural Resources ministry also under pressure to make details its contract with Aynok Holdings Limited. President Akufo-Addo is Portugal and Chairman of APC party in Nigeria has resigned
Illegal miners trapped, BoG on galamsey and more on the 9AM episode of Daily Beat podcast for 17th July 2023. Updates at 9am and 5pm, every weekday.