A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Arthur Kennedy, has argued that party supporters are not obliged to vote for any candidate simply because they belong to the party. In his view, party members have the freedom to decide who to support, and candidates must work to earn their votes. Speaking during … The post Party members have a choice,

A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Egyapa Mercer, has argued that Ghana would be better off if Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia becomes President. He said criticisms labelling Dr. Bawumia as a liar over unfulfilled campaign promises are unfair and politically motivated. According to him, no political party in Ghana’s history has been able to … The post Ghana will Be better under Bawumia’s

Ghanaian referee Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea has been appointed to officiate the CAF Confederation Cup clash between Kaizer Chiefs and Al Masry SC.Laryea, who recently featured at the Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, where he handled the semifinal between hosts and Nigeria, will be supported by an all-Ghanaian officiating team.Roland Nii Dodoo Addy will serve as Assistant Referee I, with Paul Kodzo Atimaka as Assistant Referee II, while Charles Benle Bulu takes up the role of Fourth

Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Asiamah has expressed grave worry about implications of the country’s scheduled exit from the IMF programme later this year, particularly with regard to uncertainties in the global environment. His major concern is that they could pose challenges to capital flows and exchange rate dynamics. The BoG Governor however said the […] The post Editorial:

The Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Ekow Vincent Assafuah, has described calls to rename the Kotoka International Airport as unnecessary and a waste of taxpayers’ money. According to him, the move does not address the real problems facing the country and would only place additional financial pressure on the state. Speaking in an interview … The post Renaming Kotoka Airport is

Deputy Minister of Transport, Dorcas Toffey, says government is taking steps to reduce overcrowding at major bus stations, especially during peak hours. She said a new fleet of Metro Mass buses is expected to arrive in the country by the end of this month or in early March to help ease congestion. Speaking to the … The post New Metro Mass buses in soon

Ghana's Honourable Minister for Sports and Recreation, Mr Kofi Iddie Adams, will be a guest speaker at the 8th Association of International Sports Press (AIPS) Africa Congress in Banjul, The Gambia.Hon. Kofi Adams will be speaking on the topic â??The Role of Government in African Sports Developmentâ? at the conference to be chaired by His Excellency Adama Barrow, President of The Gambia Republic.He will be joined by Mr Bakary Y. Bajide, Gambiaâ??s Minister for Youth

President John Dramani Mahama and his wife, Lordina Dramani Mahama , have left Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates, for a 3-day State Visit to Lusaka, Zambia. They will be welcomed at the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport by President Hakainde Hichilema of Zambia and his wife. The visit reflects President Mahama’s commitment to his vision … The post President Mahama and Lordina leave Dubai

By Elvis MENSAH Ghana’s pension reforms were designed to secure the dignity of the worker. Under the three-tier pension system, 18.5percent of a worker’s basic salary is mandatorily contributed every month, with 5percent allocated to Tier 2 as a privately managed scheme. Tier 2 is meant to deliver a lump sum at retirement and was […] The post Tier

The Engineering Council has directed all engineering practitioners in Ghana to regularise their certification and registration by February 27, 2026, urging that practising engineering without registration constitutes an offence under the law. In a press release issued on Tuesday and signed by the Registrar, the Council said it was acting under the Engineering Council Act, … The post Engineering

Dr Elikplim Kwabla Apetorgbor, the Volta Regional Representative of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has strongly opposed reported plans by the government to rename Kotoka International Airport (KIA), describing the move as a misplaced priority that offers no economic or operational benefit to the country. In a press statement dated February 2, 2026, the […]

The domestic political scene was recently on display as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) conducted its 2026 presidential primaries. Over 211,000 delegates across more than 330 polling centres participated in selecting the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 elections, culminating in a decisive victory for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. Beyond the numbers, however, the significance of this […] The post Editorial:

Minister of Sports and Recreation Kofi Adams has assured that the budget for the Black Starsâ?? participation in the 2026 World Cup will be publicly disclosed.Ghana is set to make its fifth appearance at the global tournament, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico this summer.Adams, who previously revealed the costs of each qualifier match despite criticism from some football stakeholders, confirmed in an interview that transparency will extend

Nations FC will welcome back forward Emmanuel Annor, who is set to rejoin the club for the rest of the season following a trial spell in Moldova.The attacker recently spent time with FC Sheriff, where his displays attracted interest from the clubâ??s technical team. Despite the positive assessment, a permanent move has not yet been finalised, as both clubs continue discussions over his future.Contrary to reports suggesting the talks collapsed over financial concerns, sources

The Member of Parliament for La Dade-Kotopon, Rita Naa Odoley Sowah, has described her election as MP for the constituency as the fulfilment of a childhood dream rooted in her upbringing in the area. Speaking in an interview, she said her journey to Parliament began many years ago, long before she entered active politics. According … The post Becoming MP for La Dade-Kotopon

Hearts of Oak midfielder Abdul Karim is mourning the tragic loss of his three-week-old firstborn, who passed away on Sunday after the clubâ??s league match against Bechem United.The club confirmed that the midfielder is currently with his family during this difficult period and is expected to rejoin the squad ahead of next weekâ??s clash with rivals Asante Kotoko.Karim joined Hearts of Oak from Nations FC before the start of the season and has featured 14 times so far in the

Ahmed Muharram is among several suspects arrested in a major crackdown on marijuana trafficking.

Ghana forward Antoine Semenyo has expressed optimism ahead of the Black Starsâ?? participation in the 2026 World Cup.After missing out on the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations for the first time in more than 20 years, the four-time African champions quickly bounced back to secure a spot at the global tournament, which will be co-hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.Placed in Group L alongside Panama, England, and Croatia, Ghana will aim to improve on their early exit from

By Michael AUSTIN Ghana’s construction industry is experiencing one of the most dynamic periods in its history. From high-rise residential developments in Accra to mixed-use schemes in Kumasi and major infrastructure projects across the country, the built environment is rapidly evolving. This growth reflects ambition, confidence, and economic progress. Yet beneath this progression lies a […] The post Building

The year-on-year inflation rate for January 2026 stood at 3.8%, according to the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data released by the Ghana Statistical Service. This represents a significant decline from 23.5% recorded in January 2025, underscoring a sustained slowdown in price increases across the economy. The data show that the CPI for January 2026 […]