The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced the commencement of “Operation Keep the Lights On” from January 15 to January 31, 2025, across all its operational areas. The initiative aims to recover arrears, inspect prepaid meters, and enforce compliance with disconnection regulations. ECG emphasized that self-reconnection is illegal, citing Legislative Instrument (LI) 2413, and urged customers…
Calm has been restored at Ntotroso in the Ahafo Region following an attempted security breach at the Newmont mining site on the night of Wednesday, January 8, 2025. According to a press release from the Ghana Police Service dated January 9, 2025, the incident involved an attempt by some individuals to allegedly steal gold from…
President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to establish a committee tasked with organising a National Constitutional Review Validation Conference. The conference aims to build broad consensus on proposed amendments to the constitution as part of his administration’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s justice system and addressing systemic inequalities. Speaking at the 92nd Jalsa Salana of…
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s justice system, underscoring that justice and peace are essential to the nation’s progress and aspirations. Speaking at the 92nd Jalsa Salana of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana in Gomoa Pomadze, Winneba, Central Region, President Mahama emphasized the moral imperative of upholding justice, a…
OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman’s sister, Ann Altman, has filed a lawsuit alleging that he regularly sexually abused her between 1997 and 2006. The lawsuit, which was filed on 6 January in a US District Court in the Eastern District of Missouri, alleges that the abuse started when she was three and Mr Altman was…
Johnson Asiedu Nketiah, National Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has underscored the critical importance of President John Dramani Mahama’s success to the party’s future electoral prospects. Speaking at Mahama’s inauguration ceremony in Accra on Tuesday, January 7, Nketiah stressed the direct link between the President’s performance and the NDC’s chances in the 2028…
The Institute for Energy Security (IES) has issued a strong warning about a looming power crisis, commonly referred to as ‘dumsor,’ urging the government to act swiftly to prevent nationwide outages. This warning follows concerns raised by Member of Parliament for Yapei Kusawgu John Abdulai Jinapor, who revealed that Ghana’s fuel reserves are critically low,…
André Ayew, one of Ghana’s most celebrated footballers, has expressed heartfelt gratitude to the fans of Olympique Marseille after receiving an emotional ovation that left him visibly touched. The moment brought back memories of his time at the club, which he describes as a pivotal chapter in his career. “Honestly, I want to thank all…
After declining to criticize Black Stars forward Brandon Solomon Thomas-Asante for missing a big chance, Coventry City manager, Frank Lampard, praised the Ghana player’s performance in Coventry’s 2-1 loss to Norwich City. Coventry held a 1-0 lead before Black Stars midfielder Amankwah Forson’s goals in the 91st and 94th minute respectively got Norwich the win. Thomas-Asante played out…
Swedish-born Ghanaian midfielder Jonah Kusi-Asare made his much-anticipated first-team debut for Bayern Munich during a commanding 6-0 friendly victory over RB Salzburg. The 17-year-old took to the pitch in the second half, replacing seasoned player Joshua Kimmich, and showcased the skills that have garnered attention from European scouts since his transfer to Bayern from AlK Solna in…
