May 9 Accra Sports stadium disaster: Darkest day in Ghana’s football history

Deputy Minister for the Interior,  Ebenezer Okletey Terlarbi has emphasised the government’s commitment to combating organized crime and ensuring the safety and security of citizens. He highlighted the importance of collaboration and partnerships in achieving this goal. He said this when he addressed multi-stakeholders at the opening ceremony of a consultation workshop aimed at finalising […] The post Government

Ghana’s flag is flying high on one of the greatest entertainment platforms in the world thanks to Black Sherif, the hitmaker of “Kwaku the Traveller,” who has received a coveted nomination for Best International Act at the 2025 BET Awards. The nomination places him alongside some of the world’s most celebrated names, including Ayra Starr […] The post Black

The traditional media landscape has undergone a significant transformation in recent years, seamlessly integrating into the new trend of social media. This shift has been both subtle and profound, often escaping the notice of the common eye. However, upon closer inspection, it becomes apparent that traditional media outlets such as TV, newspapers and radios have […] The post The Media Shift appeared first on The

On May 9, 2001, tragedy struck at the Accra Sports Stadium during a high-stakes Ghana Premier League clash between arch-rivals Accra Hearts of Oak and Kumasi Asante Kotoko. What began as a heated football match ended in disaster when disgruntled fans, enraged by the result, began tearing up seats and hurling them onto the running […] The post May 9th remembered: 24 years on first appeared on

 President John Dramani Mahama has declared that his 120-day social contract with the Ghanaian people prior to the 2024 general election has been fulfilled. Launching the National Demo­cratic Congress’ electioneering manifesto in Win­neba on August 24, 2024, then candidate Mahama itemised 26 things he intended to do within the first 120 days in office if … The post We‘ve delivered …Pres Mahama

The Bishop of the Accra Diocese of the Methodist Church, Rt. Rev. Dr Samuel Nii Onmai Ollennu has called for an equal distribution of resources to Day and Boarding Senior High Schools by the government as it reviews the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy. He explained that allocation of more resources to boarding schools … The post ‘Distribute resources equally to Day, Boarding schools’

 The Metropolitan Chief Executive for the Cape Coast Metropolitan Assembly (CCMA), George Justice Arthur, has expressed his commitment to work towards the development of the metropolis in line with the framework of the National Development Planning Com­mission (NDPC). He has, therefore, called on residents and stakeholders to support the assembly as it rolls out several … The post Cape Coast

 The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Ambassador to Ghana, Sultan Abdul­rahman Al-Dhakel, on Wednes­day paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Parliament, Kings­ford Sumani Alban Bagbin. The purpose of the visit was to congratulate the Speaker for his re-election as the Speaker of the 9th Parliament and to explore possible ways of strengthening diplomatic relations … The post Saudi Arabia Ambassador

 The Minority Leader, Osa­hen Alexander Kwamena Afen­yo-Markin, has commissioned a court complex house in his constituency, Effutu, with a re­newed commitment to champi­on an independent judiciary. According to Mr Afen­yo-Markin, “without a strong, independent judiciary, the very fabric of our democracy begins to erode. A strong, independent judiciary is crucial.” At the inauguration of the … The post Minority

The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Kingsford Sumana Bagbin, has made a number of proposals to the Constitutional Review Committee. He made the proposal when the Committee consulted him as part of the ongoing nationwide consultations. The consultations aimed at reforming Ghana’s 1992 Constitution. The Speaker highlighted the importance of developing a Constitution that reflects Ghana’s […] The post Constitutional

The University of Aberdeen, Scot­land, Centre for Maritime Law Se­curity, and National Security recently organised a 2-day workshop on Education in National Security in Accra, to equip selected educa­tionists and teachers with valuable skills and knowledge to promote national security from the school level. The Ghanaian Times had an inter­view with one of the facilitators, … The post Ghana

The Minister for the Interior, Alhaji Muntaka Mubarak, has sworn into office the reconstituted Governing Board of the National Identification Authority (NIA). The newly appointed Board, chaired by Mr. Moses Afetsi Positive, has been entrusted with the crucial task of guiding the NIA in its mission to enhance and secure our national identification systems. The […] The post Interior

 Salford City have been acquired by a new owner­ship group led by former England internationals David Beckham and Gary Neville, who were already investors in the club, the League Two (fourth-tier) side said on yesterday. The ownership group also in­cludes American-based business­man Declan Kelly and Mervyn Davies, the chairman of Britain’s Lawn Tennis Association. Salford … The post Beckham,

The Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has assured stakeholders that the recent appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi is not a fleeting development but the result of deliberate and strategic economic management. Speaking during a meeting with the leadership of the Food and Beverage Association of Ghana (FABAG), Dr. Forson reiterated the government’s commitment to […] The post Cedi

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The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) is ramping up its efforts to enhance tax collection and ensure greater compliance, aligning with government’s broader agenda to reset the nation’s economy. In line with this, acting Commissioner-General Anthony Kwasi Sarpong has outlined a comprehensive strategy focusing on broadening the tax net, achieving an ambitious revenue target of GH¢200 […] The post Revenue

A mother’s call for justice has challenged a culture of shame and inspired a nationwide movement to tackle the crisis of sexual violence.