Parliament has ratified a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between government, GNPC and other contractor parties to extend the West Cape Three Points and Deepwater Tano petroleum agreements respectively from 2034 and 2036 to 31st December, 2040. The agreements include a commitment of US$2 billion of additional investments into the two contract areas, which will include […]

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 39-year-old man suspected to be a key distributor of narcotic drugs in Berekum and its surrounding communities in the Bono Region. The suspect, identified as David Frimpong, was apprehended by the Berekum Divisional Police Command at Nyamebekyere, a suburb of Berekum Municipality, following what police described as an […] The post Police Arrest Alleged Drug

With Ghana preparing for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has placed funding at the heart of the nationâ??s ambitions, urging Parliament to donate to the Sports Fund.Addressing the House on Thursday, February 19, he argued that a structured financing model is essential not for the Black Starsâ?? campaign but also for transforming sport into a meaningful contributor to national growth.Drawn in Group L alongside Panama, England and Croatia,

Ghana’s World Cup qualification sparked action in Parliament on Tuesday, as the Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddi Adams, led the charge for strengthened sports financing, prompting the Majority Caucus to pledge portions of their salaries to support the Ghana Sports Fund and deepen investment in sports development.   The Minister for Sports and […] The post World Cup Qualification

Vision FC will look to continue their climb away from danger when they host Bechem United at the Nii Adjei Kraku II Sports Complex, riding the momentum of last Fridayâ??s emphatic 3-0 win over Eleven Wonders.That result pushed the Tema side up to 11th on 27 points and reinforced the growing belief within Nana Kweku Agyemangâ??s squad. Vision are quietly putting together a strong run, unbeaten in six of their last seven matches, with improved organisation and confidence evident

The Upper West Regional Football Association has officially launched the U-15 Girls Regional Colts League in a ceremony attended by school representatives, club officials and coaches.The initiative is aimed at strengthening girlsâ?? football in the region and creating structured opportunities for young players to develop through regular competition.RFA Chairman Sadugu Yahaya said the programme is funded by FIFA through the Ghana Football Association and implemented by the Regional

The Majority in Parliament has lashed out at the Minority in Parliament for calling for a bailout for cocoa farmers amid a GHC60 million debt owed by the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). Addressing journalists in Parliament on Thursday, February 19, 2026, the Caucus noted that the previous administration left COCOBOD in deep financial distress with […]

Soldiers from the 11 Mechanized Battalion halted their long-range border patrol on Thursday midway in Widana, in the Pusiga District, to rescue a civilian who had sustained serious injuries in a motorcycle accident. The soldiers, led by their Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Colonel Isaac Boako; the General Officer Commanding Northern Command, Brigadier General Worlanyo Agbebo; and […]

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced plans to collaborate with the Ghana Police Service to construct a modern community football pitch at the Police Depot School in Tesano, aimed at boosting grassroots development and expanding opportunities for young players.The initiative was confirmed during a courtesy visit by GFA President Okraku to Inspector-General of Police COP Christian Tetteh Yohunu at the Police Headquarters in Accra on Thursday.Okraku described the project

Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has announced an end to long-standing perceptions of inequality in the call-to-the-Bar system. The General Legal Council, he said, has abolished the perceived distinction between the “main core” and “mini core.” The former “mini core” will now be known as the March Call, while the traditional “main core” will be designated […]

The Director-General of the Ghana Health Service Dr. Samuel Kaba Akoriyea has directed all health facilities to administer first aid before referring patients to other facilities. This is in response to the public outrage following the alleged denial of emergency care at 3 major facilities leading to the death of 29-year-old engineer, Charles Amissah. Speaking […]

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has intercepted 12 articulated trucks in a major enforcement operation along the Dawhenya–Tema Road, in what officials describe as a serious breach of Ghana’s transit regime with significant revenue implications. The operation, conducted between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., was led by the Deputy Commissioner, Operations, […] The post GH¢85m

The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has intercepted 12 articulated trucks in a major enforcement operation along the Dawhenya–Tema Road, in what officials describe as a serious breach of Ghana’s transit regime with significant revenue implications. The operation, conducted between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m., was led by the Deputy Commissioner, Operations, […]

A paramilitary group in Sudan’s civil war “acted with genocidal intent” in a monthslong siege of El Fasher, according to human rights experts.

The gunmen launched simultaneous assaults on multiple communities in a remote border district, officials say.

St. Gallen goalkeeper Lawrence Ati-Zigi took to social media to celebrate his teamâ??s dominant 5â??1 victory over Winterthur on February 18, 2026.In an enthusiastic post, the Ghana international praised the squadâ??s collective spirit and credited the fans for their "unbelievable support" throughout the match.His comments, which began with a note of gratitude to the "Most High," highlighted the significance of the result as St. Gallen continues its

You’re in front of a camera. The lights are on. The microphone is live. And the interviewer asks a serious question: “Why has the electricity outage lasted three days?” And then, in a moment that feels like it’ll lighten the mood, you crack a joke. “Ah, well, maybe the power wanted a long weekend too!” […] The post On Cue with Kafui DEY: Media

Morning Glory MCDC has donated more than 300 tables and chairs to five schools in the Krowor Municipality, as part of activities leading to its 30th anniversary celebrations in September. The furniture, which the officials of the schools said was being replaced on its own campus, was handed over during an outreach exercise to SPMagna […] The post Morning

Fire has destroyed one of the heritage trains belonging to Ghanaian creative artist and author Ibrahim Mahama. The incident occurred in the Northern Region on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Confirming the incident in a Facebook post on Thursday, February 19, Mr. Mahama said fire engulfed the train after sparks from repair works on the train. […]

In celebration of this year’s Valentine’s Day, FirstBank Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to customer appreciation by distributing chocolates to customers and key external stakeholders across all its branches and Head Office. The initiative, which has become a cherished annual tradition for the Bank, reflects FirstBank’s culture of putting customers first in all that it does. […] The post FirstBank