The Ghana Police Service has apprehended a suspect, Mark Forson, in connection with the murder of Dr. Christopher Adu Boahen in Accra. Dr. Christopher Adu Boahen was the son of the late Professor Albert Adu Boahen, who was the NPP’s presidential candidate in the 1992 elections, marking Ghana’s return to democracy under the Fourth Republic. […] The post One arrested over murder

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has reaffirmed his commitment to legalising the operations of ‘okada’ riders if he wins the December polls. He has also expressed his intention to introduce electric motorbikes for commercial use and provide training for riders to ensure proper regulation of the business. Although their […] The post I’ll

The worst may not be over for Ghana’s cedi, Africa’s third-worst-performing currency this year. Analysts said the unit, which has already lost more than 7% against the dollar, could continue to weaken despite the International Monetary Fund’s $3 billion bailout following the country’s 2022 default. Ghana has secured workouts with its domestic and official creditors […] The post More

For most people, language is often viewed as a means of communicating words and ideas. However, upon closer examination, language transcends the mere transmission of words and ideas. Besides conveying words, ideas, and sounds, language importantly conveys cultural values, identity, and closeness. This notion holds for other African countries as well. Step into most Ghanaian […] The post Nicholas

Thirteen Black Stars players have arrived in the team’s base in Marrakech, Morocco ahead of the international friendly games against Nigeria and Uganda. Thirteen players have arrived in the Black Stars camp at Marrakech, Morocco. Ghana will play Nigeria and Uganda in friendly games as Otto Addo returns as head coach.#CitiSports pic.twitter.com/HyVE8uHjZ2 — Citi Sports […] The post Black

Ashanti Regional Minister, Simon Osei-Mensah, has credited the decline in highway robberies, kidnappings, and high-profile crimes in the region to the robust strategies implemented by the Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC). Despite the region’s previous reputation for a high crime rate, Mr Osei-Mensah at a media engagement on the state of the region in terms […] The post Ashanti

Republic Bank (Ghana) PLC is excited to announce a major milestone in its commitment to delivering unparalleled banking experiences to its valued customers. The bank has completed a comprehensive upgrade of its core banking system signifying Republic Bank’s dedication to enhancing Operational Efficiency, Security, and Customer Service Delivery. The new system incorporates state-of-the-art technologies that […] The post Republic

“Port-au-Prince is in panic mode,” a friend in the Haitian capital texted me. Residents of Petionville, a wealthier area of of the city, are shaken after their most violent day so far in the country’s spiralling security crisis. More than a dozen bullet-ridden bodies lay in the street – the victims of the latest gang […] The post Haiti

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has expressed optimism about the potential mutual benefits between Ghana and Mytilineos S.A., a strategic partner chosen by the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) to develop portions of the Nyinahin bauxite and construct a refinery. During a courtesy call by GIADEC to the Manhyia Palace to formally introduce Mytilineos […] The post Asantehene

Illegal profits from forced labour worldwide have risen to the “obscene” amount of $236 billion per year, the U.N. labour agency reported Tuesday, with sexual exploitation to blame for three-fourths of the take from a business that deprives migrants of money they can send home, swipes jobs from legal workers, and allows the criminals behind […] The post Criminals

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has directed the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to furnish it with a load management timetable by April 2, 2024, amidst ongoing challenges with internet connectivity and disruptions in electricity supply experienced by Ghanaians. Despite recent power interruptions, ECG has stated that there is currently no need for a […] The post Dumsor:

The Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed grave concerns over a letter from the Presidency requesting Parliament not to transmit the Bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values to President Akufo-Addo for assent, describing it as a significant threat to Ghana’s democracy. The Office of the President, in a letter […] The post Anti-Gay

The Member of Parliament for Tamale South, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed grave concerns over a letter from the Presidency requesting Parliament not to transmit the Bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values to President Akufo-Addo for assent, describing it as a significant threat to Ghana’s democracy. The Office of the President, in a letter […] The post Anti-Gay

Members of the Majority caucus on the Health Committee of Parliament have criticized John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), for labelling the government’s Agenda 111 policy as unrealistic, stating that it undermines the NDC’s 2020 manifesto. John Mahama recently voiced scepticism about the feasibility of the Agenda 111 policy, citing […] The post Agenda

A sense of nostalgia and inspiration swept through the Legon Sports Stadium, one of the stadiums hosting the All-African Games as legendary Ghanaian athletes made a memorable appearance to impart wisdom and motivate the younger generation to go for gold in the ongoing games. The gathering, which took place as part of the Ministry of […] The post Legendary

Technology Analyst, Maximus Ametorgoh, has expressed concern over the country’s handling of the recent internet disruptions. He pointed out that the situation is causing financial losses for both the telecommunications networks and their subscribers. Since Thursday, March 14, Mobile Network Operations (MNOs) have been disrupted, resulting in many Ghanaians being left without internet connections. In […] The post Ghana

Ghanaian 100m sprint champion, Benjamin Azamati says the country should expect nothing but the best from him ahead of the men’s finals. The 23-year-old qualified to the finals of the men’s 100m finals by finishing second in his semis heat with a time of 10.41s. Azamati will be coming up against Barnabas Aggerh, Itsekir Usheoritse […] The post “Expect nothing but

The Minister for Communications and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has described the recent internet disruptions as a blessing in disguise for Ghana. She explains that though it triggered widespread frustration among Ghanaians, it highlighted the need for the government to focus on providing the needed infrastructure to reduce possible disruptions in the telecommunications sector. Mrs Owusu-Ekuful […] The post Recent

A devastating fire has ravaged a drinking spot, shops, and residential homes in Teshie Mobil near the Shell Filling Station, destroying several properties. According to reports, the fire broke out around 6:30 am and is suspected to have originated from the burning of a car tyre by a resident. Eyewitnesses recounted that the fire rapidly […] The post Fire destroys several properties

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has clarified that its responsibilities extend beyond merely extinguishing fires. In an Eyewitness News interview with Umaru Sanda Amadu on Citi FM on Monday, the GNFS Public Relations Officer ADO 1 Alex King Nartey, explained that the service also performs tasks such as extricating people from vehicles during accidents. […] The post We don’t only fight