Executive Director of the Ghana Centre for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana), Professor H Kwasi Prempeh, has called for the removal of the payement of “retirement on salary” compensation practices in the public sector. He said nowhere in the world is this done except in Ghana. “We must scrap the ‘retirement on salary’ compensation practices in our […]

The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has visited victims of the recent IED explosions receiving treatment at the University of Maiduguri Teaching Hospital (UMTH) and conducted an on-the-spot assessment at the Maiduguri Monday Market bombing site. As part of ongoing engagements, the IGP also visited the Borno State Government House and the State Police Command […] The post IGP

First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, is set to preach at London’s Lambeth Palace, the seat of the Archbishop of Canterbury, on Thursday, as Nigeria records its first state visit to the United Kingdom in nearly four decades. This is as President Bola Tinubu and Oluremi arrived Tuesday at London’s Stansted Airport. The First Lady will also […] The post First Lady To Preach At Lambeth Palace

King Charles is hosting the first Nigerian state visit to the UK for 37 years, with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and his wife Oluremi Tinubu receiving a ceremonial welcome at Windsor Castle. At the start of the two-day visit, the leaders of the African nation with the biggest population – triple that of the UK […] The post King Charles receives Tinubu in first state

Residents of some areas have been without mains water for weeks.

President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), Dr. Patrice Motsepe, has stood by the autonomy of the organizationâ??s disciplinary structures following widespread criticism over Senegalâ??s removal as 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) champions.In a statement released via video on Wednesday, Motsepe highlighted the importance of respecting the rulings of CAFâ??s Disciplinary and Appeals Boards.â??It is important that the decisions of our Disciplinary Board

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU The Bank of Ghana cut its benchmark interest rate by 150 basis points to 14 percent from 15.5 percent, citing sustained disinflation, improving domestic macroeconomic conditions and elevated real interest rates. Nonetheless, the bank warns that rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions could pose risks to the inflation outlook. The decision, […] The post BoG lowers

Ghanaian forward Mohammed Sofo has expressed excitement after making a comeback from injury to make his first appearance of the campaign for New York Red Bulls in the MLS. The 21-year-old missed the opening three games of the campaign due to the setback but recovered in time for the trip to Toronto.New coach Michael Bradley handed the winger a start in Toronto as New York Red Bulls returned to home with a valuable point following a 1-1 draw at the BMO Field.The Canadians opened

…complains high tariffs continue to undermine industry competitiveness By Kingsley Webora TANKEH Electricity tariffs have surged by over 28.2 percent cumulatively since January 2025, increasing production costs for the manufacturing sector. This, according to industry experts, threatens the viability of government’s 24-hour economy initiative. In an exclusive interview with Business and Financial Times (B&FT), the […] The post 24-hour

In India, China and several other nations, Novo Nordisk is on the verge of losing patent protection for its blockbuster weight loss drug, opening the door for cheaper competing versions.

Ghanaian centre-back Maxwell Woledzi produced a strong performance as Nashville SC eliminated MLS champions Inter Miami from the Concacaf Champions Cup. The towering defender played full throttle as Nashville held Inter Miami to a 1-1 draw and progress to the next stage of the competition via the away-goal rule.On a historic night for the legendary Lionel Messi, who netted his 900th career goal, it was the Ghanaian's masterclass that proved key for the visitors at the Chase

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE President John Mahama has urged young people to venture into agriculture, describing the sector as a key driver of the country’s future growth. Speaking at the maiden Ghana Agrotech Fair 2026 in Accra, he said agriculture should no longer be seen as a preserve of the elderly but as a modern, innovation-driven […] The post President emphasises youth-led

Newmont paid a total of GH¢12.822 billion in taxes and other statutory payments to the Government of Ghana for 2025, reinforcing the company’s position as a leading contributor to Ghana’s domestic revenue. These payments were made to various state agencies, including the Ghana Revenue Authority, Forestry Commission and the Ministry of Finance. The 2025 full-year […] The post Newmont

The Board of KEK Reinsurance Brokers (Africa) Ltd has appointed Dr. Nashiru Iddrisu as its new Chief Executive Officer. With extensive experience across underwriting, risk management, life insurance operations, and executive leadership, he brings deep industry insight and a proven ability to drive strategic and operational excellence. A seasoned insurance professional Dr. Nashiru Iddrisu is […] The post KEK

Grammy-winning Nigerian music superstar Burna Boy has set a new record as the first African artist to gross the highest revenue from a single concert. According to Touring Data, a global tour monitoring platform, on X (formally Twitter), @burnaboy’s “No Sign of Weakness” is officially the highest-grossing tour by an African artist in Oceania’s history, with $3.1 […] The post Burna

Veteran highlife musician and Chairman of the Telecel Ghana Music Awards Board, Amandzeba, has expressed his disagreement with calls to offer special incentives to winners in the highlife categories. Speaking at Joy FM’s 8th Showbiz Roundtable held on March 14, 2026, he dismissed suggestions by some stakeholders that artistes who win highlife awards in the TGMA should receive […] The post Amandzeba

Before being known for a thriving career in music and broadcasting, Blakk Rasta says he developed a passion for writing and storytelling. Speaking to Kafui Dey on Youtube, Blakk Rasta explained that his interest began through reading literature and studying plays. “I enjoyed plays and in no time, I could tell the difference between an […] The post My love for literature inspired

Popular Rapper Medikal has confidently asserted that he deserves to win the coveted Artiste of the Year title at the 2026 Telecel Ghana Music Awards, following the official announcement of nominees. Speaking during a live performance at the Papa Nantwie Festival in Kumawu, the Rapper argued that the awards board to ensure that the selection […] The post I deserve the Ariste of the year award –Medikal

Iran has threatened to attack oil and gas facilities in the Gulf region in retaliation for an Israeli strike on its South Pars gas field as the fallout from the United States-Israeli war on the country continues to escalate. In a statement shared by Iran’s semiofficial Tasnim news agency on Wednesday, Iranian authorities said five facilities […] The post Iran threatens

A judge in the US has ruled that the effective closure of the Voice of America (VOA) last year was “illegal” and that hundreds of its journalists should be reinstated. District Court Judge Royce Lamberth has given authorities one week to put the international broadcaster back on air. The VOA was set up during World […] The post US judge orders Trump administration to