The latest drop in fuel prices across the country did not come as a surprise to industry players, the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC) has said. The Chamber insists that the movement was long anticipated under Ghana’s deregulated petroleum pricing regime. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday, COMAC’s Chief Executive, Dr Riverson … The post Fuel price reductions

Former Ghana international Matthew Amoah has shed light on the role he played in the clubâ??s decision to sign André Ayew, describing his involvement as modest but crucial in assessing the forwardâ??s readiness before the move was completed.Speaking in an interview, Amoah explained that although he was not directly involved in negotiations, the clubâ??s hierarchy sought his professional opinion once reports linking Ayew with a move to NAC Breda began circulating.â??It

Residents and traders along La Police Road and parts of Oko-Dan in Accra in the Greater Accra Region are facing growing difficulties as the 20 pesewa coin gradually disappears from daily commercial transactions. Although the coin remains legal tender, its use in small purchases has become increasingly problematic, creating inconvenience for both residents and traders. … The post Use of 20 pesewa coin declines

A member of the National Anti- Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat task force was shot in the thigh by armed assailants during a routine anti ‘galamsey’ operation in the Bono Region on Tuesday. The incident occurred in a bush along the Subinkurom-Kyeremasu stretch, in the Dormaa Central Municipality when the task force came under attack by … The post 1 dead, officer of NAIMOS

Police Minister Firoz Cachalia says organised crime is growing more complex, requiring new strategies.

Ghana midfielder Daniel-Kofi Kyereh has returned to full-scale training with German Bundesliga side SC Freiburg for the first time in almost three years, marking a major milestone in his long and difficult recovery journey.The 28-year-old has endured an extended lay-off after suffering a serious ACL injury in February 2023. Despite undergoing surgery and rehabilitation, Kyereh faced setbacks in 2024, delaying his long-anticipated return to action. Through perseverance and determination,

The Africa Sustainable Energy Centre (ASEC) has called for urgent structural reforms in Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector following Star Oil Limited’s indefinite suspension of its membership from the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC). ASEC, named Energy Think Tank of the Year at the 2025 Ghana Energy Awards, said the development exposes deep institutional and […] The post ASEC

Fifteen trotro drivers were arrested yesterday by the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) taskforce at Awoshi Market over allegations of overcharging passengers. The arrests follow complaints from commuters who reported being charged excessively during their journeys. The drivers identities have not been disclosed. Authorities claim they exploited passengers by imposing inflated fares without justification, violating fair-pricing … The post 15

Former Presidential Spokesperson, Samuel Koku Anyidoho, has commended the Mahama administration for the effort it is making to take over Dr Kwame Nkrumah’s residence in Guinea. On Wednesday, January 20, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced that on the instructions of President John Mahama, they have initiated negotiations with the Sékou Touré […]

Gerald Domfeh, Chief Executive Officer of Young Apostles, has expressed confidence that the club will retain its Ghana Premier League status in the ongoing 2025/26 season.After 19 matches, Young Apostles sit 15th on the league table with 22 points, reflecting a campaign of mixed results.Despite their struggles, Domfeh believes relegation is not a concern."We will survive relegation," he told Asempa FM."From the games we have played, we can do better, and we will give

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Ms Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, has assured traders affected by Tuesday fire outbreak at Circle in Accra of the government support, even as investigations continue to determine the cause of the blaze. Addressing the media during a visit to the scene yesterday, Ms Ocloo said the cause of the fire … The post Govt assures support as probe continues into

The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Jinapor, has engaged the Trades Union Congress (TUC), the Public Utilities Workers’ Union (PUWU), NEDCo, and representatives from various utility institutions on Private Sector Participation in ECG and NEDCo. He said the engagement forms part of the Government’s commitment to continuous engagement with all stakeholders. The […]

Minister for Trade, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has announced that the Transaction advisors are being recruited to assess defunct state-owned enterprises (SOEs). Regarding the Komenda Sugar Factory,s she said that the interim management has begun the technical evaluation. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare said this during the Government Accountability Series on Wednesday January 21. She also stated that the Ghana […]

The Ghana Tourism Federation (GHATOF) has announced reforms aimed at repositioning the country as a clean, sustainable and globally competitive 24-hour tourism destination. The new reforms seek to emphasise strong focus on sanitation, customer service, youth employment, transport reform and environmental protection.Speaking at the inauguration of a new five-member GHATOF Council in Accra yesterday , … The post GHATOF

Former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has told delegates of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to remain focused and vote for him to win the flagbearer election. The NPP will be electing a flagbearer on January 31. Dr Bawumia has been touring parts of the country in a bid to convince delegates to vote for […]

The Mayor of Accra, Michael Kpakpo Allotey, has paid a working visit to Ghana Post to officially brief its management on the Accra Metropolitan Assembly’s upcoming decongestion exercise and request the state postal operator’s support, particularly in areas where Ghana Post has properties affected by encroachment. According to the Mayor, the visit formed part of […]

French club, Marseille, have agreed a deal to sign Arsenal midfielder, Ethan Nwaneri, on loan for the rest of the season. BBC Sport previously reported that Nwaneri was not expected to go on loan this season, with the original feeling from both club and player being that the 18-year-old would benefit by being part of … The post Marseille agree loan deal for Arsenal’s Nwaneri appeared first

Asante Kotoko striker Albert Amoah has opened up about the challenges of leaving the club earlier this season.Amoah departed the Ghana Premier League giants for Libyan outfit Al Ahly Benghazi following Kotokoâ??s disappointing exit from the CAF Confederation Cup, where they suffered a heavy defeat to Moroccoâ??s Wydad Athletic Club in the second preliminary round.The 25-year-old has now returned to Kotoko on a loan deal for the remainder of the season. Speaking to the clubâ??s

The streets of Ghana echo with entrepreneurial spirit, yet beneath the surface, an obstinate challenge appears: unemployment. Particularly among the youth, there is a disconnection between academic qualifications and the practical skills demanded by the job market. This canker continues to create a significant impediment to national development. But what if Ghana could unlock a … The post TVET,

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU & Juliet ETEFE Multidimensional poverty in the country declined to 21.9 percent in the third quarter of 2025, confirming steady national improvement in living conditions. However, sharp regional, rural-urban and social inequities persist, the latest Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI) Statistics Bulletin released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) shows. This represents a […] The post Poverty