The Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak called for a balanced and humane approach to migration governance, emphasising the need to harmonise national security imperatives with the human dimensions of migration. He said this when delivering the keynote address at the launch of the Centre for Migration Studies (CMS) 20th celebration. The celebration is to commemorate 20 […]

Dr. Frank Bannor, a Development Economist and Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Economic Research and Public Policy (IERPP), has called on the Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to publicly explain the sharp and unexplained decline in Ghana’s gold holdings, as revealed in the central bank’s latest External Sector Developments data. According […]

The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, has reaffirmed that Ghana’s economic future depends on shifting from raw material exports to high-value manufacturing. Speaking at the launch of the Africa Trade Summit 2026, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 in Accra, the Minister declared that government’s industrial agenda is now firmly anchored on value addition to […]

President John Dramani Mahama has issued a clarion call for a “bold and coordinated” overhaul of Africa’s financial architecture, warning that the continent’s industrial ambitions will remain stalled without access to affordable, long-term capital. Delivering the opening address at the Africa Trade Summit 2026 in Accra on Wednesday, January 28, 2028 in Accra, the President highlighted a critical […]

By a 4–1 majority decision, the Supreme Court has overturned the ruling of the Tamale High Court which ordered a rerun of the parliamentary election in the Kpandai Constituency of the Northern Region. Delivering a brief ruling on Tuesday, Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang, who spoke for the court, stated that the full reasons for the … The post No rerun at Kpandai! SC overturns high court order

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has handed down heavy sanctions following the chaotic scenes that marred the aftermath of the AFCON final, with players, coaches, and football associations facing suspensions and substantial fines. Senegal head coach Papa Thiaw has been handed a five-match ban from CAF competitions and fined $100,000 after leading his team […]

CAF has fined the Moroccan Football Federation USD 200,000 following incidents involving ball boys during the Africa Cup of Nations final, scenes that contributed to a chaotic climax to the tournament in Rabat and drew widespread attention away from the football itself.The sanction was imposed by CAFâ??s Disciplinary Board after it ruled that the conduct of stadium ball boys during the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2025 Final breached the CAF Disciplinary Code.The

…changes gear from stability to growth support By Joshua AMLANU & Ebenezer NJOKU The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has cut its benchmark interest rate by 250 basis points (bps) to 15.5 percent, extending its easing cycle to a four-year low as falling inflation and improved macroeconomic conditions allow policymakers to shift focus toward supporting growth. […] The post Central

Morocco international Ismail Saibari has been slapped with a three-game ban and a fine of $100,000 for exhibiting an unsporting behavior during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. The 25-year-old combined with teammate Achraf Hakimi attempting to prevent the return of the towel to belonging to Senegal goalkeeper Mendy.Following review of the high-stake final, the continental football governing body has decided to ban Saibari for three matches together with a fine

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has slapped Morocco and Paris Saint Germain star Achraf Hakimi with a two-game for unsporting behavior in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final against Senegal. In a high-stakes final held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, the pacey Moroccan full-back m was captured taking a towel belonging to Senegal goalkeeper Ã?douard Mendy and throwing it into the stands. Besides, the reigning African Footballer of the Year combined with teammate

Thousands of delegates from across the Ashanti Region on Sunday converged at Heroes Park in Kumasi as New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr Bryan Acheampong, concluded his campaign engagements in the party’s traditional stronghold with a call for unity, discipline and renewal. More than 11,000 delegates attended the event, which marked Dr Acheampong’s final […] The post Ashanti

A nationwide poll conducted by Africa Policy Lens (APL) has placed former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, in a commanding position ahead of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primary, following constituency-level engagements with party delegates. The poll, conducted between December 8, 2025 and January 23, 2026 was led by Dr. Hayford Mensah Ayerakwa, Director […] The post APL Poll

Samuel Abu Jinapor, Member of Parliament for Damongo and a member of the Dr Mahamudu Bawumia campaign team, has endorsed the former Vice President as the New Patriotic Party’s strongest option for the 2028 general election. Speaking on The Point of View on Channel One TV on Monday, January 26, Mr Jinapor said he holds […] The post Bawumia Will Bring Victory To NPP – Says Jinapor appeared

The Confederation of African Footballâ??s Disciplinary Board have cracked their whip, slapping Senegal coach Pape Thiaw with a five match ban and a fine of $100,000 for role in the chaotic 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final.The crucial final saw the Taranga Lions walked-off the pitch for 17 minutes orchestrated by Thiaw in protest against a penalty awarded to Morocco in the final, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. With Sadio Mane intervening, Senegal returned for the

…slashes benchmark policy rate By Joshua AMLANU & Ebenezer NJOKU The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has reduced the share of gold in its reserves by 51 percent and reinvested the proceeds into foreign-currency assets – betting on yield and liquidity even as bullion prices hit record highs, Governor Dr. Johnson P. Asiama has stated. The […] The post BoG cuts gold exposure by 50%

An Accra Circuit Court has charged a 36-year-old driver and ex-convict, Abdul Rahman Kofi Asiedu, for allegedly breaking into a vehicle belonging to Chinese national and stealing cash and valuables running into thousands of Ghana cedis. Abdul Rahman Kofi Asiedu (A1) is standing trial alongside Daniel Cobblah, also known as Asaawa (A2), while a third […] The post Ex-convict allegedly steals

The Chronicle observed President John Dramani Mahama’s address at the West Africa Security Association (WASSA) forum at Burma Camp with mixed feelings. The commissioning of new military vehicles, the announcement of a 2,000-unit housing project for the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) and plans to procure armoured personnel carriers, drones, advanced communication systems and establish a Cyber […] The post Editorial:

In basic school, there was a poem I remember very well because it taught deep lessons about human life and values. The poem focuses on money and how it affects relationships and conscience. It is titled “Money, O” by William Henry Davies (1871–1940). The poet explains how having money attracted many false friends, while losing […] The post When Money Consumes The Human Conscience appeared first

Professor Lord Mensah, Head of Local Government Service (LGS), has urged Chief Directors and Human Resource Managers to uphold professionalism, teamwork and integrity. He emphasised accountability in financial stewardship, time management, logistics, and public resources. Speaking at the Validation and Signing session of the 2026 Performance Contract for Regional Co-ordinating Councils, Professor Mensah disclosed the […] The post Chief

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has slapped the Royal Moroccan Football Federation  with $415,000 fine for improper conduct of players, technical staff, and supporters during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final.The crucial final saw the Taranga Lions walked-off the pitch for 17 minutes in protest against a penalty awarded to Morocco in the final, held at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium. With Sadio Mane intervening, Senegal returned for the continuation of the