The High Court in Tamale has granted a motion filed by the legal team of Hajia Lariba Abudu, the plaintiff in the ongoing Walewale NPP parliamentary primary dispute, ordering the Electoral Commission to open the ballot box and provide copies of the voter register used during the polls conducted on January 27, 2024. This decision […] The post Walewale

Contribution of Gold Small-Scale Mining Sub-Sector The small-scale mining sector contributes approximately 35% of all gold produced in Ghana. The sector has seen significant growth over the past two decades due to increased participation across the length and breadth of the country. Artisanal mining currently employs at least 1.5 million people directly and indirectly. Environmental […]

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has officially closed the investigation into the Airbus scandal, after finding no evidence of criminal conduct by any individuals involved. This comes after the OSP exonerated former President John Dramani Mahama and his brother Samuel Mahama of any wrongdoing in the Airbus scandal. The case, which involved alleged bribery by […]

The Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA) says attempts by the Office of Special Prosecutor (OSP) “to smear the former President of an unwarranted corruption tag flies in the face of ethical investigation processes, it undermines rules of law and the fundamental human rights of the persons involved.” The OSP has identified former […]

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Ghana Energy Commission have launched a campaign to raise awareness and ensure compliance with newly introduced energy efficiency regulations. The initiative began with a town hall meeting in Tamale, Northern Region, aimed at educating the public and stakeholders on the significance of these regulations for electrical appliances. […]

ActionAid Ghana has commended Parliament for passing the Affirmative Action (Gender Equity) Bill 2024. The organisation believes that the legislation will empower women and girls across society and help achieve gender equality and equity. As a social justice organisation, ActionAid Ghana views the bill as a critical tool to redistribute power and address systemic discrimination […]

Famous Nigerian singer, Rema, has finally responded to reports that he received a whopping $3 million for performing at the high-profile wedding of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant in India. In an interview with GRM, Rema confirmed the payment, stating, “Hehehe. That’s what I can say, to be honest. Money-wise, but overall, it was a […]

Six health unions have petitioned the Ministry of Health against extending the tenure of Dr. Opoku Ware Ampomah as Chief Executive Officer of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. The unions comprise the Health Service Workers Union, Ghana Federation of Allied Health Professionals of Korle Bu chapter, Health Accounting Staff Association of Ghana, Korle Bu Senior Staff […]

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has identified former President John Dramani Mahama as Government Official 1 (GO1) in the Airbus Scandal but cleared of any wrongdoing. Below is the report by the OSP on the scandal Report of Investigation into Alleged Bribery of Ghanaian Officials by Airbus SE 8 August 2024 1.0 Introduction […]

Popular Ghanaian gospel music group, Team Eternity Ghana, has confirmed the passing of one of its lead singers, Nhyira Marfo. In a statement, the group indicated that Nhyira died on August 7, 2024. “On Wednesday, 7th August 2024, we received news of the sudden passing of our friend and sister, Nhyira Marfo. Grief-stricken and heartbroken […]

Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has identified former president John Dramani Mahama as the Government Official 1 in the Airbus Scandal. Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Thursday, August 8, the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng also confirmed the brother of the former president, Samuel Mahama, as intermediary 5. Giving a brief overview […]

Director General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), Kofi Bosompem Osafo-Maafo says management has made strides in the improvement of the trust. According to him, management has adopted three key pillars to steer the affairs of the scheme indicating that the sustainability of the scheme, adoption of state-of-the-art technology and ensuring that […]

Controversial Ghanaian musician, DJ Azonto has said that he will only agree to perform at events organized by the opposition National Democratic Congress(NDC) if the flagbearer of the ruling New Patriotic Party[NPP] Dr Mahamudu Bawumia permits him. Speaking on Hitz FM, DJ Azonto affirmed that Dr Bawumia was the first to have invited him as […]

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has advocated for an expansion of Ghana’s road-tolling architecture to ensure it is more inclusive and encompassing. The proposal comes in the wake of the government’s 2022 budget decision to abolish road tolls, which was replaced by the introduction of the electronic transaction levy (E-Levy). Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta […]

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has launched a scathing attack on the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, accusing him of being a chronic liar who cannot be trusted to fight corruption if elected president. The NDC further accused Dr Bawumia of being one of the key architects of the ongoing state capture […]

Traders in the Ashanti region have expressed excitement over the resumption of work on phase two of the Kejetia-Central Market redevelopment project after it was abandoned for over a year. The traders have urged the government to ensure it is completed as early as possible to allay their fears of using the project to deceive […]

Socialite Efia Odo has opened up about her relationship with Revloe. According to her, Revloe who she dated in the past broke up with her two weeks after she tattoed his name on her body. “He broke up with me after tattooing his name on my body. He saw me doing the tattoo. I used […]

The Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) at the University of Ghana has attributed rising labour agitations, high business costs, and the collapse of some businesses to the high foreign exchange rates and inflation. This finding is sourced from the Institute’s assessment of the recent mid-year budget review presented by the Minister of […]

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called on Ghanaians to reject John Mahama in the upcoming 2024 general elections. According to Dr. Bawumia, a Mahama presidency would only last four years, rendering him unaccountable to the people since he would not be seeking re-election. Dr. Bawumia made this statement […]

Ghanaians living in the United Kingdom are expressing fear and concern over recent anti-immigrant protests that have turned violent in several British cities. The protests, fuelled by misinformation online, have resulted in attacks on mosques, hotels housing immigrants, and individuals of colour. The unrest follows the tragic killings of three young girls in Southport, England, […]