The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) says the government’s much-touted ‘Big Push’ infrastructure agenda has been rendered inconsequential, due to severe fiscal challenges that derailed capital spending in the first half of 2025.   Presenting the Think Tank’s assessment of the 2025 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review in Accra on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 Senior Research […] The post IFIS

Mr Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, the Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources says the Mahama government has taken decisive action to tackle the perennial flooding challenges in Kumasi. Speaking at a stakeholder validation workshop with the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Council and top officials of selected Metropolitan and Municipal Assemblies within the Greater Kumasi Metropolitan Area, […] The post Government

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has called for a renewed commitment to good governance across Africa, emphasising that the continent’s future depends on strong institutions, accountable leadership and bold reforms. Addressing the graduating class of Course 33 at the National Defence College of Nigeria, in Abuja, on Monday, the former Ghanaian leader underscored the […] The post Africa

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has issued a stern warning to individuals planning to cause violence or disrupt the upcoming Akwatia by-election, scheduled for September 2, 2025. He emphasised that the Ghana Police Service will respond decisively to any acts of lawlessness. As part of security preparations, more than 5,000 police […] The post IGP

In recent times, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission has had to revoke academic degrees and titles carried by some individuals. It is very imperative to carefully scrutinize the Curriculum Vitae (CV) of such individuals by bodies that chance on them and advise the bearers accordingly. The trouble is that private consultations do not resolve the issues. […] The post Cleansing

The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has confirmed that eight people have been arrested in connection with violent incidents recorded during the Ablekuma North by-election. Speaking at a meeting with the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), the IGP said the suspects are being processed and will soon face court. He assured that justice would […] The post Editorial:

Okofrobour Obeng Nuako III, the chief of Dunkwa-On-Offin has advised the government to prioritise road networks across the country. This, he said, would improve upon the socio-economic development of the nation. The Dunkwahene observed that in spite the abundance of resources the nation’s road network is “very bad”, hence the need for the government to […] The post Dunkwahene

The Board of Directors and Management of Stanbic Bank Ghana paid a condolence visit to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene, at the Manhyia Palace on August 19, 2025, following the passing of Nana Konadu Yiadom III, Asantehemaa. The delegation also made donations in support of the one-week observation of the late Queen on Thursday August […] The post Stanbic Bank commiserates

An analysis of the Annualized Percentage Rates (APRs) for June 2025 has revealed a significant disparity in loan costs, with households often receiving more favourable rates than Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). The data, compiled by the Bank of Ghana, indicates that while households have access to lower APRs, SMEs face a wider and often […] The post Ghana’s SMEs face higher, more volatile

President Bola Tinubu has permanently abolished the controversial 5% excise duty on telecommunications services, a move aimed at easing financial pressures on consumers and businesses in Nigeria’s digital economy. The announcement was made by the Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Aminu Maida, during a media briefing in Abuja on Tuesday. Maida confirmed […] The post Prez

Residents of Ehin Grammar community in Ibadan, Oyo State have appealed to the state government and security agencies to deploy security personnel to all public secondary schools in the area during school hours. The residents noted that incessant student’s clashes have lead to the destruction of properties worth millions of naira and affected many families […] The post Deploy

Justice Emeka Nwite has explained why he granted an ex parte order by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to freeze the account of former Group Chief Executive Officer of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited, NNPCL, Mele Kyari. The development has landed Kyari in fresh trouble. Justice Emeka Nwite granted the ex parte […] The post Why court froze ex-NNPCL

The Nigerian Government is considering an upward review of salaries for political office holders, following concerns that their current earnings are inadequate and outdated. The Chairman of the Revenue Mobilisation Allocation and Fiscal Commission (RMAFC), Mohammed Shehu, disclosed this at a press briefing in Abuja on Monday. Shehu noted that President Bola Tinubu presently earns […] The post Nigerians