An economics lecturer at the University of Ghana, Professor William Baah Boateng, has issued a direct challenge to Ghanaian importers and traders benefiting from the appreciating cedi. He says they must reflect the gains of the local currency in the prices of goods or risk exposing a double standard. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express Business…
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has announced that UK visa for a medical treatment abroad has been secured for Suzy Adwoa Pinamang, the lady who was accidentally shot in the eye by a classmate. In addition two visas have also been secured for two caregivers accompanying her on her medical trip. Foreign…
The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has raised serious concerns about the government’s Goldbod initiative, warning that it could ultimately benefit illegal miners, known locally as galamseyers, rather than serve the national interest. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, 2nd May, he criticised the programme as lacking the necessary safeguards to prevent abuse and…
Presidential staffer, Nana Yaa Jantuah, has launched a scathing attack against the New Patriotic Party (NPP) over their planned demonstration following the suspension of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo. Nana Yaa Jantuah described the demonstration as unnecessary, suggesting it is simply the NPP’s way of coping with boredom. Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen, she questioned the NPP’s…
The Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL) has issued a strong protest against what it describes as unilateral conduct and marginalisation by the Trades Union Congress (TUC) during the 2025 May Day Parade in Accra. In a statement signed by its Secretary-General, Abraham Koomson, the GFL expressed deep disappointment over what it sees as a lack…
The Secretary-General of the Ghana Federation of Labour (GFL), Dr. Abraham Koomson, has alleged that speeches delivered by the Secretary-General and the National Chairman of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) during the 2025 May Day commemoration held in Accra yesterday, May 1, 2025, were politically motivated Speaking in an interview on Accra-based TV3, Dr. Koomson said, “The…
The Network of Women in Broadcasting (NOWIB) Ghana has joined journalists and media practitioners across the globe to commemorate World Press Freedom Day 2025, under the UNESCO theme: “Reporting in the Brave New World – The Impact of Artificial Intelligence on Press Freedom and the Media.” This year’s theme underscores the increasing influence of artificial intelligence on…
President John Dramani Mahama has ruled out the privatisation of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), promising instead to pursue strategic public-private partnerships aimed at enhancing efficiency in electricity distribution. Speaking during the 2025 May Day celebrations held at Black Star Square in Accra on Thursday, May 1, President Mahama sought to allay mounting public concerns…
An Accra High Court has ordered that the former head of the National Signals Bureau, Kwabena Adu-Boahene, whose bail conditions were yet to be met, be kept in the custody of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) for seven working days, to enable the Attorney General to complete the preparation of its witness statements….
The Upper East Regional Minister, Akamugri Donatus Atanga, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to resolving the protracted Bawku conflict and ensuring the safe return of displaced workers. The conflict, rooted in longstanding ethnic and traditional tensions, has frequently erupted into violence over the past four years, displacing workers and severely disrupting livelihoods. Speaking at the…
