The alleged recommendation to extend Ghana’s presidential term from four to five years has ignited intense public scrutiny, with critics warning that the proposal, if confirmed, could undermine democratic accountability and weaken constitutional safeguards carefully built over decades. The controversy erupted after the Honorary Vice President of IMANI Africa, Mr Bright Simons, disclosed on X […] The post 5yr

Even as an alleged illegal mining case involving Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, awaits determination at the High Court, the state has uncovered fresh allegations accusing him of defrauding the state of over GH¢24 million through the Ghana Exim Bank. At the same […] The post AG pounces on Chairman Wontumi again appeared

South Africa coach Hugo Broos is predicting that the Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco will go with form and there will be few shocks at the tournament, which gets underway on Sunday. “I don’t think that the big countries will make the same mistake they did two years ago. “As you remember, many … The post A tough AFCON awaits – Broos appeared first on Ghanaian

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Liverpool are awaiting scan results they fear will confirm record signing Alexander Isak has suffered a broken leg after he was injured in their win against Tottenham, reports said on Monday. The Sweden forward was hurt in the act of scoring the opening goal in Saturday’s 2-1 victory in London after a sliding challenge from … The post Liverpool fear Isak has broken leg appeared first on Ghanaian

Concerns surrounding Ghana’s Ewoyaa Lithium Deal have intensified, following allegations by the Honorary Vice President of IMANI Africa, Mr. Bright Simons and questions raised by the parliamentary minority caucus. Both parties warn that the agreement presented to Parliament may have transparency gaps and potential misrepresentation, raising serious questions about whether the state is being forthright […] The post Editorial:

Manchester City’s players will have three days away from football to enjoy the Christmas holidays but manager Pep Guardiola says anyone falling foul of the scales on their return will not play against Nottingham Forest on Saturday. “Every player makes a weight. They come back on the 25th and I will be there controlling how … The post Guardiola tells Man City players

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner has accused the English Football League of showing a lack of respect towards the Uefa Conference League amid his side’s fixture congestion. Palace will play Arsenal in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday (20:00 GMT) in a game scheduled to take place in the week after the other quarter-finals. The … The post Glasner critical of EFL’s Conference

Following a possible incident of criminal activities and attacks during the December 31st night activities to mark the New Year, the Head of Public Affairs Unit, Ashanti Regional Police Command, DSP Godwin Ahianyo, is appealing to officers to wear their uniforms when they attend religious services to make congregations feel safer. Speaking on Ghanakoma morning show […]

The Ukrainian foreign minister Andril Sybiha reported that over 1400 recruits from about 36 African countries have been participating in Russia’s war against Ukraine. These figures remain open to debate, however, growing evidence shows that some African nationals are directly engaged in combat operations, while others are engaged in auxiliary roles within Russia’s military complex. These emerging concerns raise a set of critical analytical and policy-relevant questions. How did African

Ruben Amorim didn’t want to talk about it, but Diogo Dalot did. Losing Bruno Fernandes is going to be a “massive” blow to Manchester United. Portugal full-back Dalot said he did not know the extent of the injury that forced his team-mate for club and country out of the 2-1 defeat against Aston Villa at … The post Fernandes injury woes for Man Utd appeared first on Ghanaian

Africa Cup of Nations 2025 hosts Morocco began their campaign to win a second continental title with a somewhat nervy win over Comoros in the tournament opener in rainy Rabat. The Atlas Lions spurned a glorious chance to take an 11th-minute lead after Iyad Mohamed brought down Brahim Diaz in the box but Comoros goalkeeper … The post Morocco beat Comoros in AFCON 2025 opener appeared first on Ghanaian

The Ashanti Regional Police Command, has raised concerns about commercial drivers charging inconsistent fares on the same routes, offering lower prices in the morning and higher rates in the evening. Speaking on Ghanakoma morning show on Akoma 87.9fm in Kumasi with Sir John, on Tuesday, December 23,2025, the Ashanti Regional Head of Police Public Affairs […]

Patson Daka was the hero for Zambia as his injury-time header secured a dramatic 1-1 draw against Mali at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Casablanca. Lassine Sinayoko had put Mali ahead just after the hour mark in the Group A encounter at the Stade Mohammed V, lashing home from close range after … The post Zambia strike late to hold Mali in AFCON opener appeared first on Ghanaian

Nigeria will begin its quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title today as the Super Eagles begin their campaign against Tanzania at the Fez Stadium in Fez, Morocco. Nigeria is entering the tournament after a disappointing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign, having fallen to the Democratic Republic of the Congo in the … The post Nigeria face tough test from Taifa Stars appeared first on

Senior leadership from the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) International Division, led by Dr James Tucker, Director of ONS International Division, and Mr Adil Deedat, Assistant Deputy Director, engaged in strategic discussions with the Government Statistician, Dr Alhassan Iddrisu. Also present was Mr Omar Seidu, Acting Deputy Government Statistician, together with members of the […]

The Northern Regional Minister, Mr Ali Adolf John Mburudiba, has commended security agencies, traditional authorities, and other stakeholders for sustaining relative peace and calm in the region over the past year. He attributed the improved security situation to strong collaboration among stakeholders and enhanced efforts to combat crime and activities that threaten public safety. Mr … The post NR

The East Dadekotopon Development Trust (EDDT) has appealed to National Security and other state security agencies to act decisively to prevent violence and preserve peace on its lands at Tse Addo. The Trust warned that rising tensions, fuelled by misinformation following a recent Supreme Court judgment, pose a serious threat to stability, development, and the … The post DDT appeals for security over

For more than a decade, while many elderly people in rural communities battle loneliness, neglect and declining health in silence, a quiet but transformative intervention has been changing lives in the Ellembelle. The AYA Elderly Care Centre, established by the Member of Parliament (MP) for Ellembelle in the western region, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has become […] The post Armah-Kofi Buah takes care of the