Obuasi violence: Mahama orders immediate investigation
President John Dramani Mahama has ordered an immediate investigation into the violent clash at a mining site in Obuasi, which resulted in the tragic loss of up to eight lives, believed to be those of illegal miners. The investigation aims to “determine the circumstances surrounding the clashes and ensure that any individuals found to have […]
Obuasi violence: Our men shot and killed seven in self-defense – Ghana Armed Forces
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has confirmed that its troops shot and killed seven illegal miners in self-defense at the AngloGold Ashanti mines in Obuasi on Saturday, January 18, 2025. According to the GAF, a group of about 60 illegal miners breached the mine’s security fence and attempted to access the Deep Decline area. When […]
TikTok goes offline in the US hours before ban due to come in
TikTok has gone offline in the US, hours before a new law banning the platform was due to come into effect. A message appearing on the app for US users said a law banning TikTok had been enacted, meaning “you can’t use TikTok for now”. “We are fortunate that President Trump has indicated that he […]
GFA unveils Dr. Randy Abbey-led Management Committee for Black Stars
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced the formation of a new Management Committee for the Senior Male National Team, the Black Stars. The Committee will oversee the team’s administrative and logistical operations and will be chaired by Dr. Randy Abbey, an Executive Council member of the GFA. In addition to his role as Chairman, […]
President Mahama appoints Edudzi Tamaklo as acting CEO of NPA
Godwin Edudzi Tamaklo has been named the National Petroleum Authority’s (NPA) acting CEO by President John Dramani Mahama. The Presidency made the announcement on Friday, January 17, in a press statement. The NPA is the regulatory agency in charge of Ghana’s petroleum sector, making sure that its activities support both national growth and international standards. […]
Fuel price increase: Petrol at GH₵15.74, diesel going for GH₵15.77 a litre
Fuel prices have started to rise somewhat by some Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) as the second January pricing window goes into effect. Prominent OMCs have already changed the rates of petrol and diesel, including state-owned GOIL and Shell. During the first pricing window, petrol at GOIL cost GH₵14.99 per litre; today, it costs GH₵15.74. Additionally, […]
COCOBOD CEO Joseph Boahen Aidoo steps down
Joseph Boahen Aidoo has formally resigned as the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), with effect from January 7, 2025. He resigned in response to a mandate on January 13, 2025, that all State-Owned Enterprise (SOE) board memberships be terminated. Mr. Aidoo wrote to President John Dramani Mahama on January 16 that, […]
Suspected NDC sympathizers vandalize EC Collation Center in Ablekuma North
The Electoral Commission’s Greater Accra Regional Office’s collation center was raided by suspected thugs who are purportedly connected to the National Democratic Congress (NDC). The commission planned to continue compiling the results of the Ablekuma North constituency’s parliamentary election today. The incident happened while officials and members of the media waited for the process to […]
GFA announces deadline for 2024/25 football player registration
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced that the player registration window for the 2024/2025 football season will close on Sunday, August 25, 2024, at exactly 11:59 PM. This applies to all clubs in the Ghana Premier League, Access Bank Division One League, Malta Guinness Women’s Premier League, and competitions under the Regional Football Associations. […]
Mohammed Abdul-Salam appointed as Acting Director-General of NLA
Mohammed Abdul-Salam has been appointed as the National Lottery Authority’s (NLA) acting CEO by President John Dramani Mahama. In accordance with Article 195 (1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 45 (1) of the National Lotto Act, 2006 (Act 722), the appointment took effect on January 15, 2025. Abdul-Salam’s position is still temporary while the […]