The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), under the leadership of Kissi Agyebeng, recorded major financial recoveries and intensified prosecutions in the second half of 2025, even as it faced an unprecedented parliamentary attempt to abolish the institution. The Office led high-impact investigations, filed significant cases before the courts, seized and managed tainted assets and […] The post Corruption Has

The campaign team of Kennedy Ohene Agyapong has mounted a strong case against granting Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s attempt to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) into the 2028 general elections, insisting that only a change in leadership can return the party to power. Addressing a press conference in Kumasi on Wednesday, Sheik Dauda Mohammed, the […] The post Team Kennedy Agyapong opposes Bawumia’s

After the historic defeat in the last general election, the embattled opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) is regrouping, starting with the election of a new flagbearer. The contest amongst the five – Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, Dr Bryan Acheampong, Dr Osei Yaw Adutwum, Dr Mahammudu Bawumia and Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong has been fierce. Beyond criss-crossing […] The post Battle of Prophecies and Polls:

According a report on myjoyonline.com, cocoa farmers across the country have not been paid for beans sold as far back as November 2025, raising serious concerns about their livelihoods, production and the broader economy. Farmers from several cocoa-growing regions told JoyNews Research that despite repeated assurances from the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), payments remain outstanding. […] The post Editorial:

Ghana stands at a crossroads. For decades, leaders have spoken of change. They have promised transformation. Yet families still struggle. Prices rise. Services fail. Opportunities remain scarce. The choice before us is simple: continue with empty promises, or act on real priorities. Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s ten thematic promises are not slogans. They are practical steps. […] The post 10

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested four suspected armed robbers in connection with a robbery incident that occurred at Kunsu on December 7, 2025. The suspects were arrested on January 21, 2026 at about 10:00 pm by personnel of the Regional Anti-Robbery Unit, Kumasi, in collaboration with officers from the Surveillance Unit of the National Operations Directorate (NOD), […] The post Ashanti

The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has intercepted a large consignment of suspected narcotic substances and arrested a commercial driver during a routine snap-check operation at Asanso in the Bekwai Municipality. Addressing the media, the Regional Commander of the Ashanti South Police Command, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Joseph Hammond Nyaaba, said the arrest was […] The post 713

The Ashanti Regional Drug Law Enforcement Unit of the Ghana Police Service has destroyed illicit drugs worth millions of Ghana Cedis seized during operations in the region. The drugs, including Tramadol, Cannabis and male enhancement products, among others, were intercepted during operations in 2025 and 2026. ASP Frazer Nutakor, Commanding Officer of the Unit, stated that […] The post Police

By Joshua Worlasi AMLANU Building cost inflation slowed further in December 2025, extending a run of easing price pressures in the construction sector as materials and labour costs moderated, data from the Ghana Statistical Service have shown. The Prime Building Cost Index rose to 131.0 in December from 125.5 a year earlier, translating to a […] The post Building cost inflation falls

By Wisdom JONNY-NUEKPE The Customs Division of Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) mobilised a total amount of GH¢56billion as tax revenue in the 2025 operational year, Commissioner of Customs Brigadier-General Glover Ashong Annan has said. This amount falls short of the 2025 GH¢60billion target. The Customs chief explained that the GH¢56billion was collected despite prevailing constraints. […] The post Customs

Asante Kotoko head coach Karim Zito insists his team remains determined to clinch the Ghana Premier League title despite trailing Medeama SC by eight points.After 20 games this season, the Porcupine Warriors occupy second place on the league table, with Medeama leading on 43 points.â??Itâ??s a marathon race. Some teams can start well, but there may be moments when the gap widens, and people want to give up. But for me, I donâ??t give up until it ends. We are still fighting

Asante Kotoko coach Karim Zito has declared that they have the best players in the Ghanaian topflight.The Porcupine Warriors currently remain in the 2nd position in the ongoing 2025/26 Ghana Premier League season, with eight points separating them and league leaders, Medeama SC, who have 43 points.After a convincing 3-0 win against Basake Holy Stars last weekend, Kotoko will be on the road to play Heart of Lions at the Kpando Sports Stadium on Saturday, January 31.Ahead of the

…as NDPC unveils strategic priorities for 2026-2029 The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) has concluded a high-level Strategic Planning Retreat with key stakeholders and ministries to accelerate progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for children. Building on the 2025 Voluntary National Review, which highlighted Ghana’s resilient GDP growth of 5.7 percent, the NDPC convened […] The post Gov’t charts

Bechem United coach Kobina Amissah has expressed optimism that his side will score against goalkeeper Benjamin Asare. The Hunters will be hosted by Hearts of Oak in the Matchday 21 games at the University of Ghana Stadium on Sunday, February 1.Speaking ahead of the clash, Amissah praised Benjamin Asare, describing him as a very good shot-stopper who deserves all the praise.However, he noted that Asare has conceded goals in the league, suggesting that his side could also find

By Ebenezer NJOKU Bilateral trade between India and Ghana has surpassed US$5 billion in the current fiscal year, significantly ahead of recent projections as the socioeconomic relationship between both countries has deepened on account of recent high-level engagements. This was disclosed by the High Commissioner of India to Ghana, Manish Gupta at a reception in […] The post India-Ghana

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has spoken publicly about the humanitarian situation in Palestine, urging global action and solidarity during a charity campaign held in Barcelona.Speaking at the event, Guardiola reflected on images he has seen over the past two years, particularly of children affected by the conflict. He described the emotional impact of watching footage of a child searching for his mother amid destruction, saying such scenes raise difficult questions about

Early strategic planning took centre stage as the newly reconstituted leadership of Ghanaâ??s national Under-20 side, the Black Satellites, held their first official meeting in Accra.The meeting was held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Football Association headquarters and was chaired by Management Committee Chairman Alhaji Abu-Hassan Mahamadu, popularly known as Rhyzo.Head coach Maxwell Konadu attended the session alongside members of his backroom staff, with discussions

The reconstituted Management Committee and Technical Team of Ghanaâ??s national menâ??s Under-20 side, the Black Satellites, have held their first official meeting as preparations begin for future international assignments.The meeting took place on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at the Football Association headquarters and was chaired by Management Committee Chairman Alhaji Abu-Hassan Mahamadu, popularly known as Rhyzo. He formally welcomed members and urged them to approach

Almost 30 years after he died, the Nigerian will posthumously receive a Lifetime Achievement Award.

By Juliet Aguiar Dugbartey, Takoradi Ghana Manganese Company (GMC) has announced plans to invest US$450million in a manganese refinery at Nsuta near Tarkwa, Western Region, in a major step for the country’s drive to add value to its mineral resources. The proposed refinery is expected to boost industrial processing, create thousands of jobs and strengthen […] The post GMC to establish