When Joshua Nkrumah boarded a flight to Moscow in July 2024, his family believed he was leaving to take up a well-paid civilian job. The offer was precise and persuasive: a monthly salary of 195,000 rubles (about $2,480), accommodation and paperwork arranged on arrival. Within weeks, 35-year-old Nkrumah was on the front line in Ukraine’s […] The post From Promises

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Mr Governs Kwame Agbodza, has announced government plans to significantly increase penalties for overloaded trucks, raising the maximum fine from GH¢5,000 to GH¢50,000. Speaking in an interview on GTV on January 26, 2026, the Minister described the existing fines as grossly inadequate and ineffective in deterring offenders whose actions […] The post Editorial:

A violent clash between two rival factions in Winneba, in the Central Region, has left one person dead and several others injured. The incident occurred at Sankor, within the Efutu Constituency of the Minority Leader in Parliament, Osahen Alexander Afenyo-Markin, on Sunday, January 25, 2026. The cause of the confrontation remains unclear. However, videos circulating on social […] The post Osahen’s

As delegates of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) converge this weekend to choose a flagbearer for the next electoral cycle, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, one of the candidates for the race appears to walk into what many party watchers would describe as a political lion’s den. The former Vice President and the NPP’s presidential candidate in […] The post Bawumia in the ‘Lion’s Den’ as NPP

The European Union and India have announced a landmark trade deal after nearly two decades of on-off talks, as both sides aim to deepen ties amid tensions with the US. “We did it, we delivered the mother of all deals,” European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said at a media briefing in Delhi. Indian […] The post India and EU announce landmark trade deal appeared first on

Tea is a common drink across the globe. It’s a hydrating beverage with a range of different types and flavors. Tea is an important beverage in many different cultures. With no calories, tea is a great addition to a low-calorie diet. Caffeine levels in tea vary depending on the type you drink, but in general, […] The post Health Benefits of Drinking Tea appeared first on The

Ghanaian scout, Ebenezer Sefah, has urged Black Stars head coach Otto Addo to consider working closely with competent home-based scouts in Ghana as he prepares his team ahead of the upcoming World Cup in June. Last week, the Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association revealed that coach Otto Addo has formally requested improvements to […] The post 2026 World Cup: Otto

A devastating fire has swept through the Afful Nkwanta Market in the Kumasi Metropolis of the Ashanti Region, destroying more than 150 stalls and leaving traders with losses running into millions of Ghana cedis. The blaze broke out at about 10:41 p.m. on Monday, January 25, 2026, and was brought under control by the Ghana […] The post Fire Destroys 150 Stalls at Afful Nkwanta

The Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena  Afenyo-Markin, has accused the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) of political deception over its handling of the controversial anti-LGBTQ+ bill, claiming the party exploited the issue to secure electoral victory, but has since abandoned its commitment to pass the legislation. Addressing a press conference in Accra to mark […] The post NDC

The Ghana Police Service is experiencing renewed confidence and operational momentum under the leadership of the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, whose tenure has been marked by decisive action, discipline and visible results. Affectionately referred to within the Service as “The Turnaround Tiger,” Mr Yohuno is credited with restoring morale and purpose […] The post IGP Yohuno:

The Government exceeded its Treasury bill auction target for Tender 1991, mobilising GH¢12.78 billion against a target of GH¢9.82 billion. According to results released by the Bank of Ghana for the auction held on Friday, January 23, 2026 the amount raised exceeded the target by about 30 per cent. The results showed strong investor interest, […] The post Confidence

Mr Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, Member of Parliament (MP) for Akatsi North has presented a cheque to 95 tertiary students from his constituency to cover their school fees. The beneficiaries, drawn from various universities, colleges of education, and nursing training institutions, received amounts ranging from GHS 2,400.00 to GHS 8,000.00, totaling GHS 400,000.00. Mr Nortsu-Kotoe, who also chairs Parliament’s Education Committee, said the initiative […] The post Akatsi North

The Office of the Attorney-General has withdrawn the extradition proceedings against Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, at the Gbese District Court, effectively rendering moot a certiorari application pending before the High Court in Accra. The withdrawal was communicated to the High Court during proceedings in the court, presided over by Ladyship Halimah El-Alawa […] The post Abu

An Accra Circuit Court, presided over by Her Honour Evelyn Asamoah, has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of car dealer, Morgan Selly, for allegedly misappropriating GH¢160,000 from the proceeds of a vehicle sale. Morgan Selly is accused of dishonestly appropriating funds from the sale of a Toyota Tacoma 2020 model vehicle belonging to […] The post Car dealer wanted for misappropriating

The General Jurisdiction Division of the High Court in Accra, presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Halimah El-Alawa Abdul-Bassit, has struck out an application filed by Counsel for Alhaji Seidu Abagre, also known as Naa Sheriga Kulga II. The application was struck out as withdrawn on Monday, January 26, 2026 following the decision of lead […] The post Naa Sheriga Kulga II’s Application Dismissed  

Today marks the International Day of Clean Energy. The U.K. – Ghana Jobs and Economic Transformation (JET) programme joins the global community to spotlight the vast potential Ghana holds to chart a cleaner energy future – one that boosts industrial competitiveness, safeguards the environment, creates high-quality jobs, and strengthens the country’s ambition as a leading […] The post Inclusive

President John Dramani Mahama’s announcement of plans to establish Ghana’s first Cyber and Electronic Warfare Centre at the Tamale Air Force Base represents a significant shift in the country’s national security strategy. It reflects growing recognition that modern security threats demand modern responses, particularly in an era where warfare extends beyond land, sea and air […] The post Editorial:

The Tetrefu Technical Institute (TTI) has appealed to government, philanthropists and corporate organisations to come to its rescue to address challenges facing it. Mr Philip Boamah, Deputy Principal of the Institute disclosed that the Institution was doing well academically, indicating that the TTI garnered over 80 percent in the last examination, but that notwithstanding, the Institution faces a lot […] The post Tetrefu

Nana Kobina Nketsia V, President of the Western Regional House of Chiefs, has called for value addition to local raw materials to enhance economic growth and sustainable development. According to him, the Western Region, most resourced and endowed region in Ghana, with its outstanding history of contribution to national revenue, export and industrial activities continued to lag […] The post Nana Nketsia V

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, says Ghana’s macroeconomic indicators have improved markedly, reflecting the impact of recent monetary and fiscal policy measures. Opening the 128th Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting in Accra on Monday, Dr. Johnson Asiama said inflation, external reserves and growth outcomes had all strengthened since the […] The post Policy