The African Union has said that it is following with grave concern the recent developments in the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, including reports of the abduction of the President of the Republic, Mr. Nicolás Maduro, and military attacks on Venezuelan institutions. This is contained in a press statement issued on January 3. “The African Union […]

Residents of Babili in the Lawra Municipality of the Upper West Region are calling for the immediate operationalisation of an abandoned fire station which has been left in a bush. According to the residents, the place has become a gathering spot for miscreants. The fire station, which was completed five years ago, after work commenced […]

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority, Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, says calls for a third presidential term for President John Dramani Mahama must be understood within a democratic context, but ultimately brought to a close in line with the President’s own clear position. According to Edudzi, democratic societies naturally allow room for extreme, […]

Senegal booked their place in the quarter-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations after coming from behind to eliminate Kwesi Appiah’s Sudan in an entertaining Round of 16 encounter. Sudan, the 1970 champions, stunned the reigning African giants with a dream start when Aamir Abdalla unleashed a sensational strike just six minutes into the contest. […]

Acting Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority, Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, has described discussions about leadership succession within the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as premature. He has therefore urged party supporters to focus instead on governance and delivery of manifesto promises. Speaking on the KeyPoints with Alfred Ocansey on internal party dynamics, Edudzi stressed […]

Former Auditor-General Daniel Yaw Domelevo has expressed support for extending Ghana’s presidential term from four to five years, citing both cost savings and improved governance efficiency as key benefits. Speaking on the proposal by the Constitution Review Committee, Domelevo framed his argument from an accountant’s perspective, noting the high financial burden of frequent elections. “Under […]

Antoine Semenyo has been named in Bournemouth’s starting lineup against Arsenal at the Vitality Stadium, despite growing speculation surrounding his future. The Ghana international takes to the pitch with a potential move to Manchester City edging closer, but for now, his focus remains on delivering for the Cherries. Semenyo is set to agree a deal […]

The Deputy Minister for Defence, Mr. Ernest Brogya Genfi, has extended his profound gratitude to the Ashanti Regional Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), citing their unwavering commitment as the bedrock of the party’s growing vibrancy and electoral success in the region. Speaking at a high-level consultative meeting in Kumasi with constituency youth […]

Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, has pushed back against growing commentary questioning Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s viability as a presidential candidate. He said data, political history, and resilience under scrutiny all point to one conclusion that Bawumia remains the strongest contender within the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Speaking on the KeyPoints with Alfred Ocansey, […]

The Vice President of Ghana, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has called on students to avoid dishonesty and commit themselves to diligent learning. Speaking at the 2026 PENSA Ghana Gospel and Power Conference, she urged young people to see themselves as the country’s next leaders and to pursue positive ambition. The atmosphere was electric yet reverent […]

Ghana Premier League side Hohoe United have parted ways with their head coach, Bashiru Tijani. This comes a day after their goalless draw to regional rivals Heart of Lions in match week 17 of the Ghana Premier League at the Hohoe Stadium on Friday, January 2, 2026. Bashiru oversaw a good start to their first-ever […]

Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, says Ghana’s current post-election calm and optimism in the first year of the Mahama government should be understood in historical context. He noted that most governments in the Fourth Republic have enjoyed strong public goodwill in their first year. Speaking on the KeyPoints, Mr Bentil said Ghanaians often […]

The National President of the Ghana Red Cross Society (GRCS), Dr Edward Donkoh, has expressed gratitude to volunteers in the Upper West Region for their dedicated service, emphasising their key role in delivering aid during conflicts and disasters. Addressing a gathering at a brief ceremony in Wa to mark the new year and foster member […]

The year 2025 will go down in Ghana’s economic history as the year the reset truly began. After inheriting an economy weighed down by inflation above 23 percent, interest rates north of 30 percent, a sharply depreciating cedi, battered investor confidence, and unsustainable debt dynamics, the Mahama Administration moved with speed and clarity to stabilise […]

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The Ghana Education Service has announced the calendar for the 2025/2026 academic year. According to a press release dated January 2, the academic year starts from January 5. “The Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) wishes to inform Heads, teachers, students, parents and all relevant stakeholders of Senior High Schools and Senior High Technical […]

Under the current 10992 Constitution, there is no room for a third term for president, former Member of Parliament for Asante Akim North, Kwame Andy Appiah-Kubi, has said. He made the point that seeking a third term will be unlawful. He added that this is the position of the law referred to by the General […]

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has said that it swiftly brought under control a fire outbreak that gutted two (2) shops near the Royal VVIP Bus Terminal, Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Accra, on Friday, January 02, 2026. A statement issued by the GNFS on January 3 indicated the incident was reported at 2040 hours at […]

Vice President of IMANI Africa, Kofi Bentil, has said that a third-term idea for President John Dramani is an unpopular idea in Ghana. Although President Mahama has said he is not interested in a third term, Bentil cautioned that it will cause President John Dramani Mahama huge collateral damage if he attempts to run for […]

Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has called on Ghanaians, especially young people, to embrace hard work, adaptability, and transparency as key tools for national development and the fight against corruption. Speaking on the KeyPoints on the issues of governance, the economy, and accountability, Mr Kpebu said the country must deliberately push for improvement at every […]