The decision by the Greater Accra Regional Minister to halt construction beneath the East Legon Flowerpot Flyover has blown the lid off what is rapidly emerging as one of the most disturbing urban planning scandals in recent memory. What has been exposed is not merely an unauthorised project, but a dangerous culture of institutional recklessness […] The post Editorial: The Poor

Your Excellency, As tensions between the United States and Iran continue to simmer with warships positioned in the Gulf, indirect talks in Oman delicately unfolding, and warnings issued from both sides, I write with concern for Ghana’s national interest. If I may, Ghana may be geographically distant from the Persian Gulf, but we are not […] The post Why Ghana Must Support Diplomacy in

  What if the phone resting quietly in your pocket knows more about you than your closest friend and is sharing it with someone you’ve never met? What if every Read More... The post Is

The Ejisu Municipal Assembly has distributed start-up equipment to selected persons with disability in the municipality to improve their living standards. Deaconess Jerryn Asante, Municipal Chief Executive, explained that the gesture was made possible through the Assembly’s Common Fund, which allocated 5% of its resources to support people with disabilities. She noted that the equipment, […] The post Ejisu

Scores of residents in the Adansi South District of Ashanti region, at the weekend, thronged the District Office of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture at New Edubiase to receive the first batch of 10,000 Broilers and Layers from the government, under the “Nkoko Nketenkete” programme. The DCE, Oheneba Kobena Andoh, said 300 to 400 people […] The post Adansi

Fidelity Bank Ghana has entered into a strategic partnership with the National Lottery Authority (NLA) to digitise lottery operations, expand market access, and strengthen regulatory control across Ghana’s lottery ecosystem. The partnership, unveiled during an engagement session held at Palms by Eagles with NLA management and Regional Sales Managers in Accra, seeks to address longstanding […] The post Fidelity

Prof. Samuel Lartey www.pefghana.org Every month, millions of dollars sent home by Ghanaians abroad quietly power the local economy. These remittances pay school fees, fund health care, finance housing, and seed small businesses. For many households, they are more reliable than wages or credit. For the nation, they are a major source of foreign exchange […] The post Compliance as Competitive Advantage

Five US lawmakers have introduced a bill to the US Congress, seeking to impose sanctions on former Kano State Governor Rabiu Kwankwaso, the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore for alleged violations of religious freedom. The bill, titled “Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026,” was introduced […] The post US

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia   Flagbearer of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has  assured supporters of the party of his commitment to wrestle power from the ruling Read More... The post I’ll Work To Win Power For NPP – Bawumia appeared first

The Ghana Incentive-Based Risk Sharing System for Agricultural Lending (GIRSAL) joined Ghanaian-owned agribusiness exporters, alongside other international agribusiness players, at the 2026 Fruit Logistica trade fair in Berlin, Germany, one of the world’s largest platforms for fresh produce and horticultural trade. The delegation, led by the Board Chairman ,Prof. Richard Jinks Bani,the  Chief Executive Officer […] The post GIRSAL

Seven out of ten Ghanaians are extremely concerned about growing food prices and the rising cost of living, according to a new survey conducted by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA). The findings of the survey which were released in a press release on February 11, 2026 show that 71% of respondents expressed profound concern […]

Asante Kotoko may be without key winger Peter Amidu Acquah for Sundayâ??s highly anticipated Super Clash against Hearts of Oak.The Porcupine Warriors are set to host their rivals at the Baba Yara Stadium for the Week 22 showdown, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00 GMT.Amidu Acquah has been a standout this season, topping the Ghana Premier League assist chart with seven assists, but reports suggest he could miss the crucial encounter.Kotoko will approach the game under interim

Public support for President John Mahama remains high, despite ongoing socioeconomic challenges, that’s according to a survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA). A press statement released on February 11, 2026 detailing the findings of the survey indicated that 68 per cent of respondents approve of the way President Mahama is handling his job, […]

Ghana is experiencing rapid urban expansion as cities like Accra, Kumasi, Koforidua and secondary urban centres continue to grow. In response to rising demand for housing and infrastructure, vast tracts of agricultural land, particularly on the urban fringe are being converted into residential estates. While this trend reflects economic growth and increased investment in real […] The post Housing

MTN Ghana has been adjudged the overall best-performing operating company (OPCO) within the MTN Group after winning the MTN Group 2025 Million Dollar Challenge, cementing its position as a pacesetter across the Group’s footprint. The prestigious recognition was announced at the MTN Global Leadership Gathering (GLG) 2026, a high-level forum that brings together leadership from […] The post Local

Nine people have been killed and dozens wounded after a shooting at a school and home in northeast British Columbia, Canada on Tuesday afternoon. Six of the victims were found dead at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School, making it Canada’s deadliest school shooting in decades. A seventh person died en route to hospital, while the bodies of two people were […] The post At least 9 killed

Police in Albania have fired water cannon and tear gas against protesters outside Prime Minister Edi Rama’s office in the capital, Tirana, as the demonstrators called for his resignation following a major corruption scandal. Protesters threw Molotov cocktails and flares at police on Tuesday night, who sprayed water cannon and tear gas on the crowds. […] The post Anti-govt protests

Five people, including three young children, have been killed in the latest overnight Russian attacks on Ukraine, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said, as United States-led efforts to end the nearly four-year war continue to progress at a slow, bogged-down pace. The Ukrainian leader said on Wednesday that a Russian drone had struck a private family […] The post Russian

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU [email protected] The Treasury bill market has rallied sharply at the start of 2026, with interest rates falling fast as investors rush into government securities. While the move reflects improving inflation and strong demand, amid further rate cut expectations, it is also raising a key question: are yields falling too quickly, before […] The post Is

EFL clubs will vote on expanding play-offs in the Championship from four to six teams at a meeting on March 5. The proposal, which has been under consideration for a number of seasons, would mean the teams finishing from third to eighth compete for a place in the Premier League. It would mirror the format … The post Clubs to vote on expanding Championship play-offs appeared first on Ghanaian