Akufo-Addo’s statue in Sekondi destroyed
The statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, which stands at the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital roundabout in Sekondi, Western Region, has been entirely vandalised. The statue was unveiled to honor the former president’s efforts during his administration, and this is the second time it has been damaged. The first instance of vandalism happened […]
Child Rights International opposes shifting Free SHS food costs to parents
Child Rights International has issued a strong warning against attempts to shift the cost of feeding pupils under the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy onto parents. In a statement issued on January 11, 2025, the group stressed the need of preserving the Free SHS program’s integrity, calling it as a transformative project that […]
John Mahama cuts the number of ministries from 30 to 23
President John Dramani Mahama has reduced Ghana’s civil service structure, cutting the number of ministries from 30 to 23. This strategic move intends to reduce administrative costs and increase efficiency. It was formalized with an Executive Instrument issued on January 9, 2025. The Ministry of Finance, the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Education, and […]
Toddler’s life cut short in Asawase-Dagomba Line fire
A fire outbreak at Dagomba Line in Asawase, a suburb of Kumasi in the Ashanti Region, has resulted in the tragic loss of a young life. The blaze, which occurred on Tuesday, claimed the life of a 3-year-old boy who was trapped in a burning wooden structure. Eyewitnesses report that the toddler was taking a […]
President Mahama demands justice and reparations for election-related fatalities
The President of Ghana, H.E. John Mahama, has directed the Inspector-General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, to conduct an expedient investigation into the terrible deaths of eight Ghanaians during the 2020 and 2024 general elections. According to a statement made, these incidents have left an indelible stain on the nation’s democratic process, necessitating immediate […]
Free SHS cannot continue; parents must be responsible for funding accomodation, food costs- Angel Carbonu
Angel Carbonu, President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), has proposed that parents of senior high school students be required to pay for their children’s meals and lodging. He thinks that parents should be held financially responsible for their children’s food and housing as part of a review of the Free Senior High […]
Electrochem Ghana condemns raid on its warehouse by alleged NDC thugs
Armed thugs headed by a known NDC activist raided Electrochem Ghana Limited’s salt warehouse in Ada, causing significant financial damage and disrupting daily operations. According to a statement released and signed on Thursday, January 9, 2024, by Electrochem Ghana’s Chief Executive, Abdul Razak Adam, the armed gunmen who stormed the facility at approximately 3:00 a.m., […]
Ghana to seek more IMF support – Ato Forson
Ghana’s new government could seek extra funding from the International Monetary Fund during its current, three-year programme with the lender in order to cushion the economy, finance minister designate Cassiel Ato Forson said on Thursday. President John Dramani Mahama, who was sworn into office this week after beating the ruling party candidate in December’s election, […]
‘Love for all, hatred for none’ – Mahama calls for religious harmony and peace
President John Dramani Mahama has called for increased religious harmony and peaceful coexistence among all faiths in Ghana. Speaking at the 92nd Annual Jalsa Salana of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission, Mahama emphasized the importance of mutual respect between religious communities, noting that the nation’s strength lies in its ability to foster dialogue and understanding across […]
Mahama pledges commitment to judicial independence and constitutional reform
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to strengthening Ghana’s justice system. Speaking at the 92nd Annual Jalsa Salana, Mahama outlined his government’s agenda for judicial reforms aimed at ensuring greater independence and fairness in the legal system. Highlighting the critical need for impartiality in governance, Mahama stressed that a truly independent […]