Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, has filed a submission of no case to answer at the High Court, challenging the six criminal charges brought against him by the Attorney-General. In a 43-page application, the first accused, together with the third accused, Akonta Mining Company Limited, argue that the prosecution failed to adduce […] The post Wontumi Seeks Acquittal,

The trial of the Accra Sky Train project took another dramatic turn at the Criminal Division 4 of the High Court in Accra, where disagreements among former board members of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) dominated proceedings. Kofi Boakye, a former GIIF board member and prosecution witness, continued his testimony in support of the […] The post Sky Train

Depression is a pervasive and debilitating mental health disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), depression is the leading cause of disability globally, impacting over 300 million people across all ages, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds. This article aims to provide a comprehensive review of the global burden of […] The post  Depression:

The Chronicle is compelled to return to a matter that strikes at the very heart of public confidence in Ghana’s health system. A deeply disturbing incident in Accra has once again exposed what many citizens quietly fear, that our public hospitals are struggling to fulfil their most basic mandate, saving lives in emergencies. Report carried by Myjoyonline indicates that a […] The post Editorial:

A German-based Non-Governmental Organization (German Ghana Aid Association) on Monday donated fourteen Laptop computers to the Teshie Presbyterian Senior High School at a special ceremony in Accra. The computers are designed to support the teaching and learning of Information and Communication Technology and its related courses in the school, promoting quality education. Receiving the donation […] The post Teshie

The Police in Cape Coast have arrested a man who claimed to be a Captain in the Ghana Army and a presidential staffer attached to the office of the vice president. The suspect, who identified himself as Dr Patrick Nelson Ayittey, was alleged to have used these fake identities to defraud by false pretense and […] The post Self-acclaimed Presidential Staffer arrested for Visa fraud

The High Court in Accra has adjourned proceedings in the criminal trial involving former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSA), Gifty Oware-Mensah, after her legal team informed the court of a fresh application for a stay of proceedings. Ms Oware-Mensah is standing trial in a case, where she faces charges of allegedly […] The post Gifty Oware Mensah files fresh

The Kaduna State Government on Wednesday said it had resumed its Christian pilgrimage programme after an 11-year suspension, with 50 intending pilgrims set to embark on the journey under government sponsorship. The resumption was announced during the 2025 orientation programme. The state’s Head of Service, Jummai Bako, praised Governor Uba Sani for restoring the initiative. […] The post Kaduna

The Federal High Court in Calabar has ordered the remand of six suspects over the alleged kidnap and murder of a University of Calabar professor and other related crimes. The suspects — Patrick Essien Etim (aka PATO); Etim Effiong Eyo (aka IT-CAN-HAPPEN); Anthony Essien Etim (aka HUMBLE); Bassey Anthigha Asuquo; Isaac Uwem Ekpeyong (aka Kemzy […] The post Six remanded over kidnap, murder

A revealing disclosure on the floor of Parliament has brought renewed attention to the structure and governance of churches in Ghana, with the Minister for Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Ahmed Ibrahim, indicating that an overwhelming majority of churches in the country are owned and operated by single individuals. Responding to a question from the Member of […] The post 98% of Churches

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has filed a submission of no case to answer at the High Court after the prosecution closed its case in the ongoing criminal proceedings. The motion was filed on Tuesday at the High Court, presided over by Justice Audrey Kocuvie-Tay, following the state’s decision to close its […] The post Wontumi Challenges Prosecution’s

Ghana’s masquerade and fancy dress traditions remain among the nation’s most powerful cultural expressions, combining colour, discipline, music, and symbolism. For generations, masquerade festivals in Winneba, Agona Swedru, Sekondi, Takoradi, Elmina, Kumasi, and Tema have brought communities together through pageantry, competition, and storytelling. Despite their popularity and cultural depth, these activities have largely operated independently, […] The post National

Accra, February 18, 2026 — The Office of the President has announced that no prima facie case exists in the petitions seeking the removal of Ghana’s Electoral Commissioner, her Deputy Commissioners, and the Special Prosecutor. According to a statement by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, President John Dramani Mahama received seven petitions from various individuals and groups […] The post No

The Government of Ghana has paid GH¢10 billion in interest obligations under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP), the Ministry of Finance has announced. In a statement issued in Accra on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, the Ministry said the payment marks the sixth coupon settlement under the programme. The latest settlement also represents the second […] The post Government Pays

The Government of Ghana has formally summoned the Russian Ambassador to Accra after a man described as a “supposed Russian national” allegedly published sexually explicit images of Ghanaian women online without their consent — an act authorities say violates both Ghanaian law and the dignity of the victims. In a press release issued Tuesday, the […] The post Ghana Summons Russian

Police continue to make giant strides in ongoing mopping-up operations to dislodge criminals from their hideouts, where they emerge to create surprises. The men in arm have, according to reliable Chronicle sources, recovered a service AK47 assault rifle, which was snatched from a Sergeant, arrested the prime suspects in the murders of two policemen, subdued […] The post Police

The King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) has distributed 7,640 food baskets to vulnerable Muslims across Ghana, ahead of the Ramadan fasting period. The distribution ceremony took place at the National Mosque, at Kanda, in Accra, where officials of the Saudi Embassy, religious leaders and beneficiaries gathered to mark the official inauguration of […] The post KSrelief

President John Dramani Mahama has announced an ambitious plan to generate US$12 billion annually from Ghana’s tree crop production and its associated agricultural value chains, positioning the sector as a central pillar of the country’s economic transformation agenda. Speaking at the maiden Ghana Tree Crop Summit 2026 and Exhibition, organised under the auspices of the […] The post Ghana Targets

Mr. Peter Nortsu-Kotoe, Member of Parliament for Akatsi North, has cut sod for a series of education infrastructure projects aimed at improving learning conditions and teacher welfare across the district. The sod-cutting ceremony, undertaken in collaboration with the Akatsi North District Assembly, covers the construction of classroom blocks and teachers’ bungalows in selected communities. The projects include a three-unit classroom block […] The post Akatsi North

Tensions flared in Parliament yesterday as the Minority caucus strongly criticised the Mahama administration over the recent reduction in cocoa producer prices, describing the decision as economically damaging and politically inconsistent. Leading the charge, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, formally called on the government to immediately restore the previous farmgate price of […] The post KON