The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) says it has repatriated a total of 925 foreign nationals engaged in begging for alms on the streets of Accra and other major cities as of last Saturday. A total of 2,241 foreign nation­als were rounded up across various parts of Accra for engaging in street begging and are currently … The post 925 migrant beggars repatriated by GIS appeared first on Ghanaian

 The Accra Circuit Court on Tuesday ordered the police to send Abdul Moudjibu, the Togolese extradit­ed to Ghana for alleged robbery, to the hospital for psychiatric evaluation. This was after Assistant Super­intendent of Police (ASP), Amoah Richard, told the court that the accused was consuming his own faeces while in police custody. “The suspect is … The post Court orders psychiatric

 The Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Eliza­beth Ofosu-Adjare, has called on the Economic Com­munity of West African States (ECOWAS) to expedite the process of harmonising standards to facili­tate trade in the sub-region. She said one of the key tenets of ECOWAS was economic empow­erment but trade disruptions and global inflationary trends pose a major … The post Fast

 His Excellency John Dramani Mahama returned to the Jubilee House this year with a renewed mandate and a clear promise to work with Ghanaians to build the country we all desire and deserve. Anchored on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) manifesto promises, this pledge is beginning to take shape and this is evidenced by the … The post The ‘Big Push’ must accelerate development priorities

Since docking in Ghana in 2015, Karpowership’s Ka­radeniz Powership Osman Khan has become a corner­stone of the country’s energy supply consistently delivering reliable electricity to power homes, businesses, and indus­tries. As the first floating pow­er plant to serve Ghana, the Powership brought with it an innovative solution to a press­ing national challenge and has remained … The post Karpowership

Child Rights International (CRI) has urged authorities to be sensitive to the fundamental rights of children involved in the recent swoop by the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) to rid the streets of Accra of migrant beggars. The CRI said the government must adopt a more “child-sensitive and coordinated approach” in dealing with the situation since … The post Getting rid of

 The Member of Par­liament for Bantama, Francis Asenso-Boakye, on Tuesday hosted another successful session of the Bantama Constitu­ency Clinic, an initiative designed to deepen direct engagement between the MP and his constit­uents. The event, held at the Bantama Parliament grounds from 9:00am to 1:00pm, drew a cross-section of community members who took the opportunity to … The post MP

At least four people have died following flooding that occurred after a down pour that hit the Accra metropolis and its environs on Sunday with 3000 households affected and dozens of cars swept away. While the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) put the number of deaths as one person who lost his life when he … The post Floods hit Accra again!  4 die, 3000 houses

 About 200 youth at Madina in the La Nkwan­tannang Municipality of the Greater Accra Region have undergone a four-day vocational skills and entrepreneurial training. The objective of the training is to develop their entrepreneurial spirit and enable them establish their businesses as well as reduce their over dependency on others. The event, organised by Shalom … The post 200

 The Direc­tor-General of the Narcotics Control Commis­sion (NACOC), Brigadier General Maxwell Obuba Mantey, has called on traditional authorities to join the commission in the fight against illicit drugs in the country. According to him, the fight against illicit drugs had gotten to a point where the moral author­ity of traditional leaders were required to deal … The post Join

As part of efforts to bring it services to the doorstep of its members and clients, the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has opened a new branch on the Spintex Road in Accra. The Spintex Branch located in the Takyi Plaza, brings to 52, the number of SSNIT branches across the country. Speaking … The post SSNIT opens new branch on Spintex Road appeared first on Ghanaian

 Old Mutual Ghana, a lead­ing provider of insurance and financial services, has entered a strategic partnership with the Grow, Unite, Build Af­rica (GUBA) Diaspora Network to deliver bespoke travel and per­sonal accident insurance solutions for members of the diaspora community. The partnership is designed to enhance financial protection for individuals of African heritage particularly those … The post Old

The alleged notorious armed robber, Adinda Abdul Mujibu, who was extradited from Togo to Ghana will make his first appearance before the Accra Circuit Court today at 9am. Mujibu, also known as Adinda Akpo Abdo, was alleged to be the man terrorising residents in plush neighbourhoods in Accra. He was arrested in Lomé, Togo on … The post Notorious armed robber to appear in court today appeared

The Amasaman Circuit Court has sentenced an apprentice to three years’ imprisonment in hard labour for stealing his trainer’s cameras and other valuables. Benjamin Okyere was convict­ed for stealing two R10 Canon cameras worth GH?30,000, along with a silver bracelet and wrist­watch valued at GH¢500. His alleged accomplice, Bernard Nwaeze, was arraigned for purchasing one … The post Court jails

 The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey (GCAG) says it is disappointed and shocked by the government’s failure to enforce Ghana’s laws against the criminal conduct of Akonta Mining Ltd. “In the wake of the devas­tating pollution of our water bodies, such as the Tano River, and the decimation of our forest resources, including the destruc­tion of … The post We

 The Chairman of Parliament’s Select Committee on Hu­man Rights, Ernest Yaw Enim, has appealed to the government to urgently settle the debt of over GH¢506,000 owed by the Nsawam Medium Security Prison in medical bills. He described the situation as a serious violation of the rights of inmates to health and life, calling for immediate … The post Govt urged to settle medical

 “This condition has turned my life upside down, and I am faced with the daunting task of raising funds for a surgery that could potentially save my life. I am reaching out to anyone who can offer to support, be it individuals or organisations. I understand this is a lot to ask, but I am … The post  Let’s stretch a hand of support to Agnes Owusu appeared first on Ghanaian

Former Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr Moham­med A. Alhassan (rtd.), has called on the police to view the uniform not as a symbol of authority, but as a badge of service, integrity, and justice. He made the statement during the launch of his memoire entitled, “An Aroma of Policing: A Life of Service in … The post Former IGP Mohammed Alhassan launches memoir appeared first on Ghanaian

 Inter  Milan and Napoli will play their final Serie A games of the season on Friday instead of Sunday, the Italian league announced on yesterday. The Lega Serie A council decided Napo­li’s home game against Cagliari and Inter’s away match against Como will kick off si­multaneously at 20:45 CEST (18:45 GMT). Antonio Conte’s Napoli are … The post Serie A title deciding

In the upcoming 2026 Maryland Elections, one name is capturing attention and inspiring hope: His Royal Majesty, His Excellency Osuman Lumor Jeroboam Yah Nii Armah Blackwell, affectionately known as Yahu Blackwell. As the leading candidate for the House of Delegates representing the Republican Party, Blackwell is positioning himself as a transformative figure for the state’s … The post House