President John Mahama states that Ghana’s battle against illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey, is starting to yield positive outcomes, as some formerly contaminated water bodies are slowly becoming cleaner. He stated that even though the fight has been challenging and occasionally perilous for enforcement teams, ongoing efforts by …

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has demanded the prompt dismissal of DOII Desmond Ackah from his position as Head of Public Affairs for the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). The request follows claims that personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service reportedly attacked a Class Media Group reporter while they …

President John Mahama has commended the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi-Buah, along with the anti-illegal mining task force for what he called promising advancements in Ghana’s ongoing battle against illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey. Addressing the 77th Annual New Year School at the University …

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II at the honor guard parade organized by the Ghana Police Service on January 6, 2026, stated that Ghana’s journey toward enduring peace relies on cooperation between traditional leadership and contemporary law enforcement. He challenged the idea that the two institutions vie for significance, stating, “Our …

Member of the Ashanti Regional Communication team of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Mr Ishaq Kyei-Brobbey, has officially announced his intention to contest the Party’s Communications Directors position ahead of the 2028 general elections. He made the declaration on his Facebook page, where he sought prayers and blessings ahead of …

Parliament has conveyed profound sadness regarding the death of Ayawaso East’s Member of Parliament, Naser Toure Mahama, calling his demise a significant loss to the House, the country, and the constituents he diligently served. In a statement issued on Sunday, January 4, 2026, on behalf of the Speaker of Parliament, …

The Ghana Police Service, through the Special Support Unit to the IGP, has detained an individual for illegal gun possession after receiving tips that he had an assault rifle and planned to sell it in Accra within the Greater Accra Region. Suspect Abdulai Ibrahim was apprehended on December 29, 2025, …

Ghana aims to decrease its dependence on foreign financial aid, as the government prioritizes regaining economic stability and public trust following years of sluggish growth, elevated inflation, and increasing debt. Since 2023, the country has been participating in an IMF-supported programme aimed at stabilising the economy following a rise in …

A young woman has passed away after reportedly being poisoned by a man who was interested in her following a disagreement over GH¢100 at Gomoa Buduburam in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region. The individual who passed away has been named as 23-year-old Theresa Darkoah. Her purported boyfriend, …

The Special Support Unit of the Ghana Police Service has apprehended three individuals linked to a wave of thefts reported in Afienya, Atadeka, Apollonia, and nearby areas in the Greater Accra Region. The individuals apprehended, named Seth Noi Tetteh, known as “Wonder,” alongside two others, Selasie Emmanuel and Sulemana Osman, …