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…
In a colorful display of rich Sissala culture, the Tumu Traditional Council has adopted the Chief Executive of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Mr. Julius Neequaye Kotey, as a son and prince of Tumu, crowning him with the title “)aah£Maglin”—which translates to “Leave a Legacy.” The installation, which preceded the official commissioning of…
The United States Embassy in Ghana has congratulated Ghanaians on successfully conducting the 2024 general elections. In a post on their official X account, the embassy described the elections as a reflection of the will of the Ghanaian people and applauded the country’s commitment to democracy. The statement also highlighted the U.S.’s readiness to continue its strong…
The President, John Dramani Mahama, has called on state investigative bodies to intensify efforts in solving high-profile murder cases, including the killings of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale and former Member of Parliament J.B. Danquah-Adu. Addressing the Ghana Bar Association at the presidency on Wednesday, March 26, 2025, President Mahama stressed the need for justice and accountability….
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan‘s mountainous eastern region at 23:47 local time on Sunday (20:17 BST). Its epicentre was 17 miles (27km) away from Jalalabad, the country’s fifth-largest city in Afghanistan’s eastern Nangarhar province. The earthquake has also affected the Kunar and Laghman provinces, and was felt 140km (87 miles) away in the country’s capital Kabul. More than 600 killed in Afghanistan…
Government has taken steps in tackling the renewed unrest in Bawku by directing the Ghana Armed Forces to enforce curfews and maintain law and order in the area, following a dangerous escalation in the chieftaincy conflict. According to a press statement issued by the Presidency and signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications…
Security analyst Prof. Kwesi Aning has criticised the decision to let those who pose existential threats to the state go unpunished will only embolden transnational criminal networks and undermine national security efforts. Speaking on Joy News’ PM Express on Tuesday, April 8, he criticised what he described as the state’s failure to enforce its laws,…
The African Paralympic Committee (AfPC), under the leadership of President Samson Deen, has extended its congratulations to John Dramani Mahama, the newly elected president of the Republic of Ghana. Following the decisive victory in the presidential elections held on December 7, 2024, the AfPC expressed its support and optimism for Mahama’s upcoming term, set to begin on…
The Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee and Member of Parliament for Damongo, Samuel A. Jinapor, has emphasized the need for Ghana to take a leading role in advocating democratic governance in the Sahel region. He asserts that as a nation built on democratic principles, Ghana must actively promote these values, particularly in its…
The Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation has warned that MultiChoice Ghana could have its broadcasting licence suspended if it fails to reduce DStv subscription fees by 30 per cent. The Communications Minister Mr Samuel Nartey George issued the warning at a press conference in Accra on Friday, August 1, 2025, as part of…
