The Minority in Parliament has alleged that there is a stalemate in Ghana’s negotiations for the second tranche of the $3 billion credit facility from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Caucus maintains that there is a disagreement between the government and the International Creditors’ Committee regarding the cut-off point for the external debt required […] The post Second

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has said that its policy of issuing media releases after every major judicial pronouncement or decision is not an attack on the judiciary. Instead, it says it is to inform the public of judges’ opinions in cases involving the OSP and state the position of the Office on […] The post Issuing press releases

The National Media Commission (NMC) has written a strongly worded letter to the National Communications Authority (NCA), requesting the suspension of the authorization of Onua TV and Onua FM over their alleged incessant attacks on personalities. The NMC states that the suspension or revocation of the licenses of the two stations has become imperative because […] The post Take

Management of Onua TV/Onua FM has filed a perpetual injunction against the National Media Commission (NMC) at the High Court in Accra, restraining the commission from taking any steps that adversely seek to impact the media operations of the company and its associates. Onua TV/Onua FM is praying the court, among other things, to declare […] The post Onua FM/TV sues NMC over alleged

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng addressed the press on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, giving an update on his outfit’s investigations so far. He used the opportunity to complain about setbacks his office has encountered in court. Kissi Agyebeng also used the opportunity to announce new investigations his office is probing. Below is the full speech […] The post Special

The Juapong District of the Tema Region of the Electricity Company of Ghana has been taking part in the Company’s recent customer service engagement project, dubbed “fix the bill, pay the bill”. The project, which started on 6th November 2023, seeks to ensure that customers on postpaid meters get their meters read and checked to […] The post ECG Juapong District

Benjamin Nketsia, Nathan Quao and Edwin Kwakofi discuss Man City’s draw with Liverpool, Alejandro Garnacho’s superb goal and Spurs’ losing run. #CitiSports The post Liverpool hold Man City; Garnacho scores worldie; Spurs lose three-straight | The EPL Pitchside Show Ep.16 appeared first on

The Upper East Regional Minister, Stephen Yakubu, has defended his recent comments about the 24-hour economy proposed by National Democratic Congress flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama. The Regional Minister had alleged that John Mahama’s 24-hour economy would prevent men from having sex with their wives. Speaking to journalists in Bolgatanga, Stephen Yakubu said the 24-hour economy […] The post Upper

Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo says despite reports that Ghana’s Lithium agreement remains favourable, the move will still hurt the country in the long run. The Lands and Natural Resources Minister, Samuel Abu Jinapor, signed an agreement this month with an Australian company to mine Lithium in the Central Region. Speaking as a Distinguished Scholar […] The post Sophia

The Chief Justice, Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Sackey Torkornoo, in her quest to enhance the administration of justice and ensure a responsive legal system that addresses the needs of citizens, has organized a Conference for Supervising High Court Judges, Regional Administrative Officers, and Court Registrars of the Judicial Service in the Southern Sector of Ghana, […] The post Judicial

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has expressed grave concerns over the increasing trend of dismissive rulings in corruption cases, warning that this could lead to dire consequences for the country’s anti-corruption efforts. Addressing the media on Wednesday, November 29, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng expressed alarm at the “growing hasty dismissiveness and lack of […] The post ‘We

Acclaimed American rapper Busta Rhymes has gushed over the voice of Nigerian singer Burna Boy. The hip-hop legend, who collaborated with Burna on ‘Roboshotta,’ a track from his latest album, ‘Blockbusta,’ said he noticed that the Nigerian singer sounded like a Jamaican on the song.  “The original beat Pharrell William produced for me and Burna […] The post Burna Boy sings

Some aggrieved supporters of Michael Nii Yarboi, a disqualified aspiring parliamentary candidate in the Odododiodioo Constituency have vandalised the head office of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Accra. The angry supporters heaped refuse in front of the party’s head office and blocked the road slowing traffic. Some of the supporters also threw bricks at […] The post NDC

Ghana’s Ministry of Trade and Industry has tabled in parliament a proposed ban or restrictions on imports of certain goods, including rice, sugar, poultry, fruit juices and animal intestines (tripe). The proposed legislation empowers the trade minister to issue licences to potential importers of goods. Critics of the policy say it will give too much power to […] The post Ghana

Highlife singer, Kuami Eugene’s assertive stance towards former Highly Spiritual signee Mr Drew has reignited their contentious royalty dispute, with the former Lynx Entertainment artist expressing his willingness to exert his influence to obtain his due compensation.   Leveraging his established position in the music industry, Kuami Eugene successfully persuaded Mr. Drew to relinquish 50% […] The post Mr

Veteran Ghanaian actor Agya Koo has attributed the collapse of the Kumawood movie industry to his sidelining for roles at the time. Speaking on Kumasi-based radio Ezra FM, Agya Koo claimed that his exclusion at the time significantly impacted the industry, particularly because he remains the most marketable Ghanaian actor. “They sidelined me, and now they […] The post Agya

Recent data has revealed a surge in pedestrian accidents, comprising more than 60% of road crash fatalities in Kumasi. The National Road Safety Authority has attributed this trend to traders taking over pavements of major streets, leaving pedestrians with no option but to risk their lives on busy roads. Despite a 16% decrease in road […] The post Kumasi records alarming

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for the Korle Klottey constituency, Harry Harold Quartey, is calling on the delegates to vote massively for him in the party’s primaries scheduled for December 2, 2023. He described himself as the best candidate among his contenders to unseat the incumbent National Democratic Congress (NDC) MP, Dr. Zanetor […] The post I’m

Francis Manu-Adabo, the chairman of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Lands and Forestry, has advised the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to deploy geospatial data to aid in mobilizing property tax in the country. Geospatial data is information that describes objects, events, or other features with a location on or near the surface of the earth. […] The post Deploy

The renowned mining industry icon, Sir Dr. Sam Jonah, says Ghana and Africa stand a better chance to develop from their numerous mineral resources due to the current global green energy transition drive from fossil fuels to renewable energy. Sir Dr. Sam Jonah, who was speaking at the 15th Congregation ceremony of the University of […] The post Ghana,