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February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Chinese Nationals, Ghanaian Arrested for Alleged Illegal Mining on Pra River

Three Chinese nationals and a Ghanaian individual have been arrested by National Security operatives for suspected illegal mining activities (galamsey) along the Pra River near Supom-Dunkwa in the Shama District of the Western Region. The suspects, whose names have not been

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Bawku Conflict Sparks Security Concerns In Savannah Region

The Savannah Regional Minister, Salisu Be-Awuribe, has expressed serious concerns about the potential for the Bawku conflict to spread into the Savannah Region. Recent security incidents in Walewale, linked to the Bawku crisis, have heightened these fears. Following a stakeholder meeting,

February 19, 2025February 19, 2025

Akwatia MP Ernest Yaw Kumi Found In Contempt, Bench Warrant Issued

Koforidua, Eastern Region - Ernest Yaw Kumi, Member of Parliament for Akwatia, has been convicted of contempt of court by a Koforidua High Court. A bench warrant has been issued for his arrest due to his repeated absences from court. The

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

President Mahama Vows To Stabilize Ghana’s Economy

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to stabilizing Ghana's economy, emphasizing it as a foundation for long-term sustainable development. Speaking at the Africa Business Forum 2025 in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Mahama outlined key measures to tackle Ghana's economic challenges,

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

President Mahama Advocates For Preparatory Justice At AU Summit

President John Dramani Mahama is championing the cause of reparative justice for Africans and people of African descent at the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union Assembly in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. He emphasized the urgent need for strong legal and

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

NDC Seeks To Remove Annoh-Dompreh From Parliament Over Electoral Dispute

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is taking a strong stance against Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, vowing to remove him from Parliament through all legal means necessary. According to Dr. Rashid Tanko Computer, Deputy Director of Elections and

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Minister Tia Ibrahim Attacked At Walewale Palace Amidst Curfew Tensions

The North East Regional Minister, Tia Ibrahim, has revealed a harrowing experience where he was held hostage for over two hours and his vehicle vandalized at the Walewale Palace. The incident occurred on Saturday, amidst tensions and attacks in the area,

February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

Criminologist Calls For Regulation Of MoMo Vendors’ Cash To Curb Attacks

A criminologist at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Dr. Jones Opoku-Ware, is advocating for regulations to limit the amount of cash mobile money (MoMo) vendors can hold. This call comes after a recent fatal attack on a

February 17, 2025February 17, 2025

Yaw Obimpeh Wins Ashanti Regional Council of State Election

Former Ashanti Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Yaw Owusu Obimpeh, has emerged victorious in the Ashanti Regional Council of State election, securing a decisive win with 49 votes. The results, announced on Monday, February 17, 2025, showed Obimpeh

February 17, 2025February 17, 2025

OSP Declares Kenneth Ofori-Atta Wanted, Seeks Public Assistance

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has officially declared former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta wanted and called on the public to provide any information regarding his whereabouts. This follows a previous announcement by the OSP at a press