A Political Science lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Joshua Jebuntie Zaato, has suggested to the government to ban all surface mining for one year. He believes that this is one of the best approaches to solving the illegal mining (Galamseny) menace. “We need an immediate ban on surface mining for a whole year […]

Dr Joshua Zaato, Policy Analyst and Lecturer at the University of Ghana, has accused the government of adopting a cosmetic approach to the fight against illegal mining. He says that the allocation to the task force to fight the galamsey menace is woefully inadequate. “The government’s fight against Galamsey is only cosmetic. The amount allocated […]

Private Legal Practitioner, Martin Kpebu, has dismissed claims that some illegal miners have supernatural powers that make it impossible for bullets to penetrate their bodies. He said such claims are superstitious, thus must be treated with contempt. Contributing to discussions on the fight against illegal mining, Mr Kpebu cautioned against giving such stories undue attention […]

Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu is urging the government and the public to rethink the increasing deployment of military personnel for internal security operations. Kpebu insisted that Ghana’s constitution places that responsibility squarely on the Ghana Police Service. Speaking on the KeyPoints on November 22, Kpebu said the country risks “ceding the powers and constitutional […]

Head of Western Region Forestry Commission, Nana Poku Bosompim has disclosed that the Commission has destroyed a number of shrines mounted in various forests believed to be used to spiritually fortify illegal miners in their operations. The destruction was carried out during anti-illegal mining operations as part of efforts to end illegal mining in the […]

A domestic fire outbreak has destroyed two bedrooms at Natwikumye, a suburb of Bibiani in the Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai Municipality of the Western North Region. The incident, which occurred around 1630hrs on November 21, left residents in shock as flames quickly engulfed the affected portions of the building. The exact cause of the fire is not yet […]

Head of Western Region Forestry Commission, Nana Poku Bosompim, has said that the time has come for the commission to be resourced enough to fight the illegal miners. He says they lack bulletproof vests and other =tools to enable them to go into the forest to deal with the weapon-wielding illegal miners “The time has […]

The Coordinator of Eco-Conscious Citizens, Awula Serwah, has said that the fight against illegal mining (Galamsey) should involve community members and activists. She said the community members know all those involved in the practice. “We need to act now, we need to take the necessary actions now. Harness the support of the community and deal […]

Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has said that the Special Prosecutor Kissi Ayebneg must be removed on account of incompetence. Kpebu said that for him to have watched on for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to leave the country was an act of incompetence for which he has to be removed. “Kissi Agyebneg must go,” […]

Nana Poku Bosompim, Western Region Director of Forestry Commission, has said that the illegal miners (Galamsey) are adopting new ways of going about their operation. He says that these miners pick up information about the task force’s plan to storm their area and then pour petrol around. So as soon as the task force lights […]

On The KeyPoints on November 22, Alfred Ocansey and his panelists are discussing the following topics: – ECOWAS Court readies to hear Gertrude Torkornoo’s case? – OSP charges Ken Ofori-Atta and 7 others over SML deal. – Fight against Galamsey: After NAIMOS, what next?

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First Lady Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama visited St. Mary’s School in Accra to encourage girls to defy stereotypes, emphasizing confidence and education. She donated supplies.

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has paid glowing tribute to Private Sarfo Agyapong Collins, the NAIMOS officer who lost his life in Tuesday’s tragic operational accident near the Obuasi Airport enclave. The Minister described the late soldier as “a true patriot who served his country with honour, courage and unwavering […]

In a bold and transformative gathering, the 2025 Girls’ Empowerment and Advocacy Platform (GEAP) Annual Conference in Tamale brought together a remarkable coalition of young leaders, activists, and trailblazers, affirming the vital role of girls in shaping their own futures. Themed “Invest in Her Future: Mobilising Resources for Quality Girl-Child Education and Transformative Leadership through […]

The past week has brought two unsettling incidents to the fore. They have reminded the country that the attitude toward work in many corners of our public service demands urgent attention. These issues are not isolated. They reveal gaps in responsibility, discipline and care for the very citizens our institutions are meant to protect. The […]

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Every time dark clouds gather over Accra, Kumasi, or Takoradi, many Ghanaians brace themselves for more than just rainfall — they prepare for chaos. Flooded streets, stranded commuters, faulty vehicles, and hours-long traffic jams have become an all-too-familiar scene whenever it rains. The country’s poor drainage system has once again come under scrutiny as roads, […]

The Ghana Police Service has commenced investigation into a viral video where a man is seen administering a substance suspected to be a cigarette to a child.A statement issued by the police on Friday, November 21, 2025 said “every effort is being made to identify and arrest the suspect involved, and to ensure that the […]

Lead sponsor of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, John Ntim Fordjour, has accused the Majority side of sidestepping the laying of the Anti-LGBTQ bill before the House for first reading. The Assin South MP demanded that the Bill must be added to the Order Paper for next week to be laid before […]