The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested five students of the Central University during a targeted operation on campus over the sale and distribution of cannabis and cannabis-infused products. The suspects, who are in Level 100, 300, and 400 were picked up following intelligence gathered on illicit drug activities within the university community during their … The post ????????????????????

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced he will step down as Labour Party leader, triggering a contest to elect his successor as Prime Minister. Speaking outside 10 Downing Street, Sir Keir said he had accepted that he was “not best placed to lead the Labour Party into the next general election” after hearing feedback … The post Keir Starmer steps down as UK Prime Minister

The Narcotics Control Commission has dealt a major blow to drug trafficking after arresting three suspects in an overnight raid on a suspected cannabis production and storage hub in Koleonu, Wegbe, and Akplamafu, Volta Region. Acting on credible intelligence, NACOC’s tactical team stormed a stash house believed to be a key center for cultivating, processing, … The post NACOC

The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) held a farewell ceremony in honour of Assistant Chief Fire Officer II (ACFO II) Semey Anthony Mawuko, marking his retirement after 37 years of exemplary service to the nation. The ceremony, attended by senior management members, led by Chief Fire Officer (CFO) Daniella Mawusi Ntow Sapong, celebrated ACFO II … The post GNFS honours

The Ghana National Fire Service carried out rapid emergency responses on Sunday, June 21, 2026, after multiple road crashes in the Volta Region left 6 people dead and 34 injured. The first incidents occurred around 12:53pm along the Todome stretch near Kpeve on the Peki–Kpeve Road. Fire crews from Peki Station, led by STNO II … The post Volta Road Crashes: 6 dead, 34 rescued by GNFS appeared

The Ghana National Fire Service carried out rapid emergency responses on Sunday, June 21, 2026, after multiple road crashes in the Volta Region left 6 people dead and 34 injured. The first incidents occurred around 12:53pm along the Todome stretch near Kpeve on the Peki–Kpeve Road. Fire crews from Peki Station, led by STNO II … The post Volta Region Road Crashes: 6 dead, GNFS rescues 34

The Ho West District Assembly has equipped 64 persons living with various forms of disabilities with tools and financial support to enable them to become self-reliant. The beneficiaries received items including freezers, ‘fufu’ pounding machines, cassava grinding machines, industrial sewing machines and wheelchairs. The equipment and items presented Others were given financial assistance to support … The post Ho

Stakeholders have called for sustained investment and stronger partnerships to improve sickle cell care in the country, as thousands of patients continue to face challenges in accessing diagnosis, treatment and long-term support. They emphasised that tackling the disease burden would require a coordinated national response backed by sustainable financing, research, public awareness and improved healthcare … The post Sickle

Madam Belinda Bukari, the Acting National Director of Special Olympics Ghana (SOG), has appealed to the Ministry of Sports and government to invest and support the organisation to nurture talents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Madam Belinda Bukari made the appeal at the closing ceremony of a five-day National Advancement Special Olympics Games at Twin-City Special School, Sofokrom, … The post Special

The Black Stars were all energy and focus at the Bryant University on Saturday as they intensified preparations for their second Group L clash against England tomorrow. Gideon Mensah at yesterday’s training session It was a case of ‘all work and no play makes Jack a dull boy’ moments for some of the players as … The post Black Stars in high spirits as England clash looms

American Olympic medalist and former world champion, Jenny Simpson, is receiving medical care at a hospital, the Sir Walter Running team has confirmed. She collapsed during an event in Raleigh, North Carolina. The 39-year-old was pacing a mile group during a community track event hosted by Sir Walter Running when she collapsed ?and required CPR. … The post Former Olympic medalist

The United States will continue to assess the Iran squad’s travel arrangements at the World Cup but for now the original plan remains in ?place despite the team saying they would lodge a complaint with FIFA, Andrew Giuliani, Executive Director of the White House Task Force for the tournament, has said. Iran are unhappy at … The post US defends Iran World Cup travel restrictions appeared

Morocco captain, Achraf Hakimi, will stand trial for rape, French prosecutors have confirmed. A woman accused the Paris St-Germain defender of raping her at his home in the French capital in 2023, when she was aged 24. The public prosecutor’s office in Nanterre, a western suburb of Paris, began a preliminary investigation in March 2023. … The post Morocco captain Hakimi to stand trial

MobileMoney Fintech LTD (MMFL) has said its recent structural separation will enable the company to deliver faster innovation, stronger security and greater value to customers as it strengthens its position as a leading fintech business in Ghana. Speaking after the company’s Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) in Accra, the Chairperson, Ms Victoria Bright, described the completion … The post MobileMoney

Ecobank Ghana PLC has reiterated its commitment with environmental sustainability with an ambitious nationwide tree-planting campaign aimed at planting more than 4,200 tree seedlings across the country as part of activities marking this year’s World Environment Day celebration. The initiative, which forms part of the bank’s sustainability agenda, saw 200 tree seedlings planted at Prampram … The post Ecobank

Journalists have been urged to uphold the principles of responsible journalism by ensuring accuracy, fairness and truth in their reportage, as misinformation and disinformation continue to pose serious threats to both national and global economies. The call was made by the Director of Communications at the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Bernard Otabil, during a two-day … The post Journalists

Child Rights International (CRI) has called for a ban on social media access for children under the age of 17, following findings from a recent study which revealed high levels of screen use among children and growing exposure to online risks. The study indicated that children in the country spend up to seven hours a … The post Ban social media for

Japan plans to set a target of about $2.3 trillion in combined public and private investment by 2040 across ?17 strategic sectors as part of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s new growth strategy, the Nikkei reported on Friday. The 370 trillion yen investment initiative, to be unveiled as early as ?this week, will focus on areas … The post Japan targets $2.3 trillion public-private

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, sustained a gunshot injury and was rushed to hospital on Sunday following a shooting incident near the residence of her late father, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, at Kwabenya in the Greater Accra Region. According to reports, the incident occurred as Mrs Safo was heading to the … The post Adwoa Safo injured in shooting

The Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with the shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya. A search conducted after the arrests led to the retrieval of five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol loaded with seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, an additional magazine with five rounds … The post Police