Former Ghana Football Association president, Kwesi Nyantakyi has rejected claims linked to the Number 12 exposé that he once stated he had the President in his pocket. Speaking during an interview on Joy News television, Mr Nyantakyi insisted the claim was false and never came from him. He stressed that he never made such a … The post Number 12 exposé: Kwesi Nyantakyi

The Ministry of the Interior has announced the start of Phase Two of the 2025/2026 recruitment process into the Internal Security Services through the Centralized Services E- Recruitment Portal. Applicants who successfully passed Phase One will undergo documentation and body inspection from January 12 to February 4 2026. The exercise will be conducted in phases, … The post Internal security

The Central Regional Commander of the Ghana National Fire Service, ACFOII Merinder Mary Attigah Mensah, has visited the Kasoa New Market following a recent fire outbreak to assess the damage and support traders who were affected. She toured the scene with the Kasoa Municipal Fire Commander and interacted with fire officers who worked to control … The post Central regional fire commander

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced plans to certify and register Environmental Management Practitioners in line with the Environmental Protection Act, 2025 (Act 1124). In a public notice issued on January 6, 2026, the Authority said the new law gives it the mandate to regulate the activities of individuals and firms that provide environmental … The post EPA

Residents of Tain-Ano, a cashew-growing community in the Jaman South Municipality of the Bono Region, ushered in the New Year in shock and disbelief when a farmer allegedly butchered a couple on a cashew farm in the area. The Ghana News Agency (GNA) gathered that the suspect, also a cashew farmer, fled the scene after … The post Farmer butchers couple at cashew farm in Jaman South appeared

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has handed over an officer, AICO1 Ahmed Abdul Samad, to the Upper East Regional Police for questioning on his role in the smuggling of 2,600 rounds of live AK-47 ammunition to Paga. His arrest followed the police’s interception of the ammunition on December 26, 2025, at the Kantanso–Asankare Police Barrier … The post GIS hands over AICO1 Ahmed Abdul Samad

The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two women in connection with the alleged assault of a 12-year-old girl at the La Roman JHS area in Accra. According to a press release signed by Head of Public Affairs of the Accra Region, Superintendent Juliana Obeng, and shared with The Ghanaian Times, the incident occurred on … The post 2 arrested in connection with assault of 12-year-old

A total of five newborns were recorded on Christmas Day in 2025, the Wa Municipal Hospital has revealed. The sex distribution showed a male-skewed ratio, with males constituting four of the births, while females accounted for two, reflecting a marginal variance in gender outcomes. The New Year Day 2026 saw seven new babies, representing an … The post Wa Municipal Hospital

The First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Zakari Mumuni, has called for a renewed commitment to ethical, holistic development, unity, and social responsibility within the Muslim community, as enshrined in the Ummah Constitution. He stated this during the High-Level Muslim Leaders Summit in Accra last Saturday under the theme, “Towards a Unified … The post Let’s

The La Dade-Kotopon Municipal Assembly (LaDMA) has disbursed GH¢219,592 from the District Assemblies Common Fund (DACF) Disability Allocation, to support 48 Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the municipality. The disbursement, which came in the form of cash and items depending on the beneficiary’s preference, included cash ranging from GH¢2,000.00 to GH¢5,000.00, refrigerators, industrial knitting machines, … The post LaDMA

In a move to harness global intellectual capital for national advancement, the Jospong Group has formalised a collaboration with Ghanaian Scholars in the Diaspora (GSD). The partnership, sealed by a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last Friday in Accra, is designed to channel the specialised knowledge of Ghanaian postgraduate students in the US, Germany, Japan, South … The post Jospong

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has hosted a landmark faith and cultural gathering dubbed “Ghana in Praise,” to celebrate national unity through worship and thanksgiving as the country ushered in the new year. Held in Accra on Saturday under the theme “One Nation, One Praise,” the event formed part of GTA’s faith, culture and tourism … The post GTA hosts faith, cultural gathering appeared first

The Office of the Administrator of Stool Lands (OASL) says beginning this year, it would facilitate the establishment of three hundred (300) new Customary Land Secretariats in the country to improve customary land administration in line with the Land Act 2020 (Act 1036). A statement issued in Accra yesterday and signed by Mr Gad Asorwoe … The post OASL deepens customary land reforms

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has scheduled Tuesday, January 13, for the official draw of the Women’s FA Cup Round of 16. The draw, set to begin at 11:00 am at the GFA Conference Room, will be broadcast live on the GFA’s Facebook page. All 16 teams for the next stage have been confirmed, and … The post GFA to conduct Women’s FA Cup Round of 16 draw on January 13 appeared

VENEZUELA’S Nicolás Maduro says “I am still president” as he pleads not guilty to drug trafficking and other charges in his first appearance at a New York court. Outside the court, protesters are gathering, chanting and holding Venezuelan flags and signs. Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, were seized from their Caracas compound on Saturday … The post Venezuela’s

THE Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is paying a historic visit to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, today at the Police Headquarters in Accra. The visit confirms the Asanteman’s positive impression of the IGP following the extension of his service. It also underscores growing institutional confidence in Mr Yohuno’s leadership at … The post Otumfuo pays historic visit

Dr. Charity Binka urges New Times Corporation staff to stay focused, united, and disciplined in pursuing institutional renewal. She emphasizes professionalism, resilience, and faith in God as NTC enters a new chapter of renewal and growth. Dr Charity Binka (seated third from right) with management and staff of NTC The Deputy Chairman of the Interim … The post Be

The ZEN Petroleum Limited has appointed seasoned banker and corporate leader, Mr Frank Adu, as its new Board Chairman, effective January 1, 2026. A move seen as a strategic step to consolidate the company’s growth and strengthen its governance framework. According to a statement issued and Copied the Ghanaian Times on Monday, said the appointment … The post ZEN Petroleum appoints Frank Adu

The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has foiled a planned robbery operation following intelligence that a gang of armed robbers had converged in a bush along the Antoakrom–Manso Nkwanta stretch, preparing to attack commuters. Acting on the intelligence on 31st December 2025, a police team swiftly moved to the area and encountered four armed suspects … The post Police foil

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has confirmed that major road projects previously affected by Ghana’s Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) are now being resumed, following the near completion of the country’s debt restructuring exercise. Speaking on Citi FM on Monday, January 5, the minister explained that several critical infrastructure projects had been … The post Stalled