Sports Minister Kofi Adams outlines measures to combat hooliganism and enhance fan safety
Newly appointed Minister of Sports, Kofi Adams, has outlined measures his department will adopt to combat hooliganism, which remains prevalent in Ghanaian football. The most recent incident occurred in Nsuatre, where an Asante Kotoko fan was tragically stabbed to death during a match between Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman. In an interview with Michael Kofi Oduro […]
President Mahama suspends rotational 6th March Independence Day celebrations
President John Dramani Mahama has officially suspended the rotational celebration of Ghana’s 6th March Independence Day. This practice, introduced during the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia administration, was designed to rotate the venue for the national celebrations across different regions of the country. In a press briefing held at the Presidential Jubilee Lounge, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government […]
Ashanti Regional Police Commander reassigned over Council of State election chaos
DCOP Frank Abrokwa, the Ashanti Regional Police Commander, has been relieved of his duties, Metro TV News has been informed by sources at Police Headquarters. His reassignment comes after the violent disruption of Tuesday, February 11, 2025,’s Council of State election in Kumasi. Frank Abrokwa, DCOP, has been moved to the Accra Police Headquarters. Unknown […]
Special Prosecutor declares Ken Ofori-Atta wanted over National Cathedral, SML deal
The Special Prosecutor has declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta wanted in connection with the SML deal and National Cathedral disbursements, among other cases. Addressing a press conference in Accra on Wednesday, February 12, Kissi Agyebeng, Special Prosecutor, said Ofori-Atta is required to report to the office to assist with investigations into alleged corruption and […]
Scrapping betting tax will be suicidal for Ghana’s economy- John Kwakye
Dr. John Kwakye, an economist and director of research at the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA), has stated that he believes that gambling ought to be subject to taxes. He claims that it would be financially foolish and suicidal to leave betting untaxed. He wrote in a post on his X page that,”“Betting will become […]
Old Tafo MP to sue gov’t over ‘unjust dismissals’ of persons hired after December polls
Member of Parliament for Old Tafo Constituency, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has threatened to take the government to court over the unjust dismissal of young people recruited by the government after the December 7 polls. According to him, the government’s decision to dismiss these young people without just cause is “nothing but political victimization.” He stated […]
Asantehene adopts late Pooley’s children, secures their education
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene and bankroller of Asante Kotoko, has made a deeply moving gesture by officially adopting the children of the late Nana Pooley, ensuring their well-being and future. All of the deceased’s children have been enrolled in his educational fund, guaranteeing full financial support for their schooling. This generous contribution ensures […]
Kennedy Osei Nyarko jabs Agbodza’s Road Law Suspension
Akim Swedru’s Member of Parliament (MP), Kennedy Osei Nyarko, who was also the previous Chairman of the Parliamentary Roads and Transport Committee, has strongly denounced the suspension of the National Roads Authority Act (Act 1118) by Kwame Governs Agbodza, Minister of Roads and Highways. In order to address long-standing issues in Ghana’s road sector, the […]
Men in military uniform allegedly raid Ken Ofori- Atta’s home
A group of people, some of whom were dressed in police and military uniforms, stormed former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s home Tuesday afternoon. Ofori-Atta was allegedly abroad when the event took place in Cantonments. His wife was among the family members in attendance at the time. About 12 people, five dressed in military uniforms, one […]
Lands Minister Affirms Govt’s Commitment To Sustainable Mining; Meets Canadian High Commissioner
The Canadian High Commissioner to Ghana,H.E. Myriam Montrat, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025 paid a courtesy call on the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, MP. Inherent in the discussions is the commitment of both countries to the fight against illegal mining as well as investment opportunities available in Ghana’s extractive […]