POLITICS

The Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) has declared Eric Oduro Osae as its newly appointed Chief Executive Officer. His term officially began on Monday, January 5, 2026. Oduro Osae possesses an impressive 25-year background as a Chartered Accountant, Lawyer, and Governance Specialist. His notable experience includes public financial management, …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II today, visited the Bank Square in Accra to make a courtesy call on the Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Johnson Asiama. The visit is largely viewed as strengthening communication between conventional leaders and the nation’s economic administrators. While ceremonial in nature, the visit …

Duncan Amoah, the Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), has assured transport operators and ride-hailing firms that fare reductions can be carried out without an immediate risk of fuel prices increasing again. COPEC has been urging commercial transport services, including platforms like Bolt, Uber, and Yango, to …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has called for the Bank of Ghana to be protected from political meddling, stressing the need to preserve the central bank’s autonomy and credibility. He placed the call during a courtesy visit to the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Johnson Asiama, on Wednesday, …

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, …