The Ghana Police Service, through the National Operations Directorate Surveillance Unit, has arrested a suspect in connection with the possession of foreign currency suspected to be counterfeit and a firearm without lawful authority at Ablekuma in the Greater Accra Region. The suspect identified as Josiah Elorm Kwame Amezado was arrested following intelligence indicating that a […]

21 drivers in Accra are in deep trouble for charging high and unapproved fares. They were rounded up during GPRTU operations to crack down on recalcitrant drivers. National Guard Commander of the GPRTU, Derumond Ekow Gaise, said the operation which will now be extended to the evenings, is part of a wider effort to tackle […]

Senegal head coach Pape Thiaw has issued a public apology for the chaotic scenes that overshadowed his team's 1-0 victory over Morocco in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final, stating it was "never my intention to go against the principles of the game."In an emotional statement posted on social media, the coach expressed "profound regret" for his decision to instruct his players to walk off the pitch in protest during the final's closing minutes.The

Love is getting a new address this Valentine’s weekend, and it’s all about escaping the noise for an unforgettable experience. The 3Xtra Val’s Day X’cape is offering just that. 3Xtra by MG Digital Media is set to host a premium Valentine’s weekend getaway dubbed “3Xtra Val’s Day X’cape 2026,” offering couples, friends, and solo explorers […]

The 2024 new Patriotic Party Running mate, Dr Mathew Opoku Prempeh, has expressed the view that, there will always be tensions and incidents during internal campaigns. In a statement on his Facebook page on Thursday, January 22,2026, Dr Prempeh said that “notwithstanding, they must never descend into insults, aggression, or violence.” “Such conduct has no […]

Ghanaâ??s Minister of Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, says a review of spending on the national menâ??s football team has delivered significant savings without disrupting preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.Speaking during a high-level meeting with Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, Adams revealed that tighter controls and revised release processes around the Black Starsâ?? budget saved the state close to $700,000 across two recent international matches.The

President John Mahama has given an indication of the issues that keep him awake at night. Speaking at the Davos Convening on Accra Reset on January 22, he said Ghana’s development hinges on a renewed commitment by African leaders to forge ahead in unity. Without this, he noted that Ghana’s recent strides will not mean […]

GCB Bank (GCB) PLC has restated its commitment to the protection of customer funds and the security of its banking systems following reports of an alleged ATM-related fraud matter currently before the courts. The Bank operates a zero-tolerance policy on financial crime and has in place robust security infrastructure, real-time transaction monitoring and strict internal […] The post GCB

By Joseph Aguyire ABONENGA One of the greatest single ambitious projects that requires immediate national attention is the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) and the bold incentives it is promising across the aluminium value chain. For decades, Ghana has mined bauxite ore for export in its raw form at Awaso in the Western North […] The post Why the downstream aluminum

By Kingsley Webora TANKEH ([email protected]) As government continues making strides in sustaining the economic gains made over recent months, the black star is set to shine brightly as Ghana preps to host the Association Cambiste Internationale (ACI) World Congress 2026 in May this year. This will be the first time a sub-Saharan African country is […] The post Economic

By Dr Edward Nartey BOTCHWAY Banking has always been built on the currency of trust. Whether it is a parent paying school fees, a trader receiving money for goods, or a customer transferring funds to a bank account, every transaction depends on the assurance that funds will remain safe, accessible, and received by the right […] The post Trust: The most valuable currency in modern banking

By Professor Kwasi DARTEY-BAAH Every working day begins and ends the same way for many urban employees: uncertainty. In the early hours of the morning, workers crowd bus stops hoping to secure transport to work on time. In the afternoon and evening, that anxiety returns as they struggle once again often more fatigued to find […] The post From home to work and back:

Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia   FORMER VICE President, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, insists the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential election is not an avenue for the trading of insults and insinuations. In Read More... The post NPP Flagbearer Race Not Insults Competition

President John Dramani Mahama has stressed the need for a united Africa to make the continent formidable in world affairs. Speaking at the Davos Convening on Accra Reset, the President said unity is not an option. “Unity should not be a slogan; it must be the strategy,” he noted. Please read full text below: Your […]

 By Gideon SARFO There are on the order of 350 to 400 denominations (including Pentecostal, Charismatic, mainline Protestant, Orthodox, independent Christian groups, etc.) that are registered or at least operating visibly in Ghana. The average age of churches in Ghana is approximately 3 years and 7 months, indicating a dynamic and rapidly growing religious landscape. […] The post Church

The five flagbearer aspirants of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have committed to a peaceful conduct before during and after the presidential primary on January 31, 2026. The aspirants, Kennedy Read More... The post NPP Flagbearer Aspirants Sign Peace Agreement appeared

President John Dramani Mahama has said that his administration is proving something important, that execution beats excuses. Speaking during the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos on Thursday February 22, he stated that his administration is cutting government spending and has reduced the size of government to a record low: 58 ministers and deputy ministers. […]

By Evelyn ARTHUR Fresh research by the OECD–OCDE has estimated food trade in the West African sub-region at almost US$10billion per annum – about six times higher than the official figure of US$1.7billion often cited by policymakers. OCDE is a French abbreviation of the OECD, which stands for the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development. […] The post West Africa food

By Kestér Kenn KLOMEGÂH The scramble for the multidimensional control of the African continent by global players is a geopolitical reality. In order to be part of this geopolitical arena, foreign players have been devising different mechanisms for revitalizing partnership and strengthening cooperation with Africa, says Dr. Babafemi A. Badejo, Professor of Political Science and International Relations […] The post Russia’s

There is a quiet disaster that happens regularly across conference halls, hotel ballrooms and community centres from Accra to Addis Ababa. An MC steps on stage with confidence, microphone in hand, dressed impeccably—and proceeds to host a state-level event like a birthday party, or a wedding like a board meeting. The outfit is right. The […] The post On Cue with Kafui DEY: