‘Defame Patapaa and face the law’ – One Corner star warns, says attacks hurt his brand

The Minority Caucus has charged the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohunu, to uphold the High Court’s directive and cooperate fully with the Electoral Commission (EC) of Ghana by swiftly deploying adequate security personnel to its designated collation center for the collation and declaration of the 2024 Ablekuma North Parliamentary Election. This, they […] The post NPP

The rate of inflation slowed to 18.4 per cent year-on-year in May, compared with 21.2 per cent in April 2025, marking the lowest rate since February, the Ghana Statistical Service said on Wednesday. This is the fifth straight year-on-year decline in inflation, a clear signal that price stability is returning to our economy. Dr. Alhassan […] The post Mahama’s Magic: Inflation

The Narcotics Control Commission (NARCOC) on Monday took possession of a massive consignment of cannabis valued at GHC2million (Two Million Ghana Cedis) from the custody of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) in Ho. The cannabis, comprising 3,680 (Three Thousand Six Hundred and Eighty) slabs in 49 (Forty-Nine) bags have since been evacuated to the NARCOC Headquarters […] The post NARCOC Transfers

Junior football match turns ugly as angry dad knocks out referee in viral clip [Video]

A 39-year-old administrator, Louisa Amoako Boadu, has been charged before the Dansoman Circuit Court for allegedly defrauding a Logistics Coordinator of nearly GH¢282,000 under the pretext of investing in a Vodafone scratch card business. Louisa Boadu is facing a charge of defrauding by false pretence, contrary to Section 131(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 […] The post Administrator

Four individuals have been arraigned before the Dansoman Circuit Court for allegedly conspiring to illegally transport cocoa beans from Tepa in the Ashanti Region to Accra, without the requisite authorisation from the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). The accused, Kofi Boateng, a driver; Seth Kwabena Baffour, also a driver; and their respective driver’s mates, Joseph Yakubu […] The post 4

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Abetifi, Dr Bryan Acheampong, has made it clear he is eyeing the presidency. He will, therefore, contest the upcoming presidential primary of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP). The former Minister for Food and Agriculture under the erstwhile Akufo-Addo administration has made public pronouncements pointing out why he wants to […] The post My focus

Most interviewers appreciate candidates who come prepared with thoughtful questions. However, while your questions are important, the strategic timing of when you ask them is more crucial. You’ve likely heard, “Timing is everything.” This is especially true in interviews. Asking about work-life balance too early—during the initial (introductory) or second interview—can lead to elimination. Sure, […] The post The

 Despite the Cedi appreciation against the dollar, the prices of rams and cattle have remained increased across major markets in Accra ahead of the Eid-ul-Adha celebrations. This has resulted in stagnated markets and low patronage be­cause many people are unable to afford the animals, citing econom­ic challenges. Some livestock dealers are calling on the government … The post Livestock dealers

Somewhere in 2003, the John Agyekum Kufuor government passed the Debt Recovery Fund Levy Act 2003 (Act 642), popularly known as Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) Debt Recovery Levy. The purpose of this levy, which was imposed on petroleum products was to retire about GH¢450 million debt owed by TOR at the time. But despite the […] The post Editorial: The New Fuel Levy: Is It Justifiable? appeared first

 The Eastern Regional Minister, Mrs Rita Akosua Adjei Awatey, has made a passionate appeal to tradi­tional authorities in the region to join hands with the government in the fight against illegal mining, commonly known as “galamsey.” Speaking at a general meeting of the Eastern Regional House of Chiefs in Koforidua on Tues­day, the Minister described … The post E/R Minister rallies

Today, the Series features two of the standout players, Yaku­bu Ahmed and Anthony Mensah (Wang Yu). Yakubu Ahmed, the top striker projected for the season. He joined the club mid-way in the 1973 league season when the registration window had closed. This young striker started the season on a superlative note. As it were, lived … The post Profiling Oly’s gallant League winning

 The Chartered Institute of Bankers (CIB) Ghana has held the maiden edition of the National Banking and Ethics Challenge (NBEC), a pioneering competition aimed at promoting ethical banking prac­tices among tertiary students. The event, held on Thursday at the Institute’s auditorium in Accra, featured five universities vying for top honours in a quiz-style contest centered … The post CIB

 Absa Bank Ghana has introduced the Prestige Referral programme, a client-driven initiative that in­vites existing prestige customers to share the banking experience they trust with others in their network. The campaign recognises and rewards those who bring others into the prestige com­munity. The launch event, held on Friday in Accra, was aimed at re-echoing the … The post Absa

 The Greater Accra Regional Police Command has arrested 30-year-old Mavis Nkrumah for allegedly pouring substance suspected to be acid on her ex-boyfriend at Ablekuma Fan Milk, a suburb of Accra. To read the full story, subscribe to Ghanaian Times Newspaper here: https://swennewsgh.com/index.php?dispatch=products.view&product_id=26 The post Police grab woman, 30, for pouring acid on ex-boyfriend

 Following a recent detec­tion of nearly 1,500 cases of illegal connections across its 12 operational districts between the Accra West Region Management of Ghana Water Limited (GWL), it has taken a decisive action to curb illegal water connections that con­tinue to affect its operations. In a show of goodwill, and in line with its commitment … The post GWL to prosecute illegal water

 Andy Thomas Owusu, the sec­ond accused in the Charles Bissue alleged illegal mining case, was yesterday convicted to a fine of GH¢206,000 by the Accra High Court. This was after he opted for a plea bargain with the Office Special Prosecutor (OSP) who is prose­cuting him together with Charles Bissue, the former Secretary of the … The post Accused in illegal mining case fined GH¢206,000

BILL Gates has urged African leaders to join him in advancing health and development on the continent. He says his foundation will partner with nations putting people’s health first. US billionaire Bill Gates on Tuesday announced that the majority of his phil­anthropic Gates Foundation’s $200 billion (€175 billion) endowment will be spent in Africa over … The post Bill Gates

The Member of Parliament for the Kumawu in the Ashanti Region, Ernest Yaw Anim, has organised free career guidance for Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in the Sekyere Kumawu district. Aside from the career guidance, which assembled facilitators to assist the candidates about how to answer examination questions, how to make proper selection of […] The post Kumawu