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March 19, 2025March 19, 2025

Minority to Investigate IGP Yohuno’s Age and Tenure – Afenyo-Markin

Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has raised concerns regarding the age and tenure of the newly appointed Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno. Speaking in Parliament on March 18, 2025, Afenyo-Markin pointed to an

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Tema Port Bust: Authorities Seize GHC 20M Worth Of Opioids

Ghana's Customs Division has made a massive bust at the Tema Port, seizing a container of opioid drugs worth approximately GH₵20 million. The shipment, which included various types of opioid medications, was intended for Niger.¹ Seized Medications: Rahol Tapentadol 250 mg:

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Speaker Bagbin Calls For Active Participation In Budget Debates

Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has stressed the importance of the national budget, calling it the most critical policy instrument of any government. According to Bagbin, the budget declares government policy priorities and provides a roadmap for national development.¹

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Ghana’s Cultural Heritage: Parliamentary Committee Vows To Promote And Preserve

Ghana's Parliamentary Committee on Chieftaincy, Culture, and Religious Affairs has pledged its full support to religious and traditional leaders in promoting and preserving Ghanaian culture for national development. According to Dr. Fred Kyei Asamoah, Chairman of the Committee and MP for

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Ashanti Region Task Force Seizes Excavators, Arrests Illegal Miners

In a bold move to combat illegal mining, the Ashanti Region Anti-Galamsey Task Force has seized six excavators and arrested three foreign nationals - a Chinese, an Indian, and a Burkinabe - for mining along River Anum in the Bosome Freho

March 18, 2025March 18, 2025

Asantehene Urges Review Of Free SHS Policy Amid Challenges

Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has expressed concerns about the challenges facing Ghana's Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, suggesting that a review may be necessary if issues persist. The Asantehene questioned the effectiveness of the policy in its current state,

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim Urges Discernment In The Face Of Popular Preaching

In a compelling broadcast on AP Radio 105.7, as part of his ongoing "Ability to See" series, Dr. Kuuku Dadzie Ephraim, a respected preacher, delivered a powerful message urging listeners to avoid being misled by the fame of preachers. He cautioned

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

President Mahama Swears In COP Yohonu As New IGP

President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno as the new Inspector General of Police (IGP). The ceremony took place on Friday, March 14, at the Jubilee House following the removal of Dr. George Akuffo Dampare from office

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Fire Destroys Dormitories At Labone Senior High School

A devastating fire has ravaged three girls’ dormitories at Labone Senior High School in Accra, leaving significant damage to the facilities. Emergency services, including the Ghana National Fire Service responded promptly to the scene and worked tirelessly to bring the situation

March 17, 2025March 17, 2025

Ghana Boundary Commission to Restore Displaced International Markers

The Ghana Boundary Commission (GhBC) has revealed that numerous international boundary pillars, set up over time, have been displaced due to natural factors and environmental conditions. Major General Dr. Emmanuel Wekem Kotia, Commissioner General of the GhBC, emphasized the urgency of