In celebration of this year’s Valentine’s Day, FirstBank Ghana reaffirmed its commitment to customer appreciation by distributing chocolates to customers and key external stakeholders across all its branches and Head Office. The initiative, which has become a cherished annual tradition for the Bank, reflects FirstBank’s culture of putting customers first in all that it does. […] The post FirstBank

Eric Chelleâ??s future as Nigeriaâ??s head coach has come under renewed scrutiny following revelations of an extensive 19-point contract proposal submitted to the Nigeria Football Federation, even as his attempt to secure the managerial post at Olympique de Marseille collapsed.The 48-year-old Malian had set his sights on a return to French club football after Olympique de Marseille parted ways with Roberto De Zerbi in the aftermath of a humiliating 5-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain

The Head of Public Affairs at the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Jerome Kwaku Sam, has announced a payment of GH¢854 million to Licensed Buying Companies (LBCs). This follows an earlier payment for 50,000 metric tonnes of cocoa, disbursing GH¢237 million to stakeholders. the recent disbursement brings the total disbursements to GH¢1.091 billion. In a Facebook […]

The Ministry of Health has set up a three member committee to investigate the alleged denial of emergency care that reportedly led to the death of a 29 year old engineer, Charles Amissah. The incident is reported to have occurred on February 6, 2026. In a press release issued on February 18, the Ministry explained … The post Health Ministry sets up committee to probe

By Yaw Korankye Antwi Pre-retirement leakage refers to anything that reduces your accumulated pension wealth before you begin to draw benefits. Since defined-contribution (DC) schemes, such as the 2nd and 3rd Tiers, depend on contributions plus investment returns minus costs, any disruption to these components weakens your eventual retirement income. Retirement fulfilment does not happen […] The post Tackle

  By  Yaw SOMPA This paper examines Ghana’s Corporate Insolvency and Restructuring Act, 2020 (Act 1015), analyzing its interaction with the Banks and Specialized Deposit-Taking Institutions Act, 2016 (Act 930), and the Insurance Act, 2021 (Act 1061). It reviews the legal framework for addressing distressed financial institutions, focusing on the roles of administrators, receivers, and […] The post Navigating

More than 60,000 members of the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) are set to embark on a nationwide strike beginning March 9, 2026. The Association says the industrial action is intended to press home its demand for the immediate implementation of its conditions of service which was concluded and approved in […]

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has provided an update on government action following the death of Nana Agyei Ahyia, a Ghanaian student who lost his life under what officials describe as unusual circumstances while studying in Latvia. In a press release dated February 19, 2026, the Ministry explained that a delegation led by the Foreign … The post Foreign Affairs Ministry

The Director General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, has met with executives of the Nigeria Transport Association in Ghana to strengthen collaboration in the fight against human trafficking. The engagement forms part of ongoing efforts by the Ghana Police Service to enhance stakeholder partnerships and preventive measures against the crime. … The post Police

By: Professor Kwasi Dartey-Baah   In today’s volatile and fast-moving business environment, organisations are under relentless pressure to perform, adapt, and remain competitive. Markets shift quickly, technology accelerates change, and uncertainty has become a permanent condition rather than a temporary phase. Strategy matters, systems matter but leadership matters most. At the heart of sustainable performance lies […] The post When

The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested three suspects believed to be part of a dangerous robbery network that has been terrorising parts of Obuasi in the Ashanti South Regional Police Command The arrests were made on February 15, 2026 during an intelligence-led operation at Mangoase near Pokukrom, where Police raided several hideouts linked … The post Police

Italian Serie A giants Napoli have set sights on securing the services of Dutch-born Ghanaian winger Ernest Poku ahead of the upcoming summer transfer window.The 23-year-old has become one of the most sought-after young talnets following his impressive performance for Bayer Leverkusen this season.Poku joined the Bundesliga side for a reported â?¬10 million plus â?¬2 million in add-ons and has quickly established himself as a key player for the team.In 25 appearances across

President John Dramani Mahama on Thursday February19, assented to the 24-Hour Economy Authority Bill, 2025, in a brief ceremony before the 13th cabinet meeting. In his remarks after the signing, the president said, “Cabinet colleagues, I just appended my signature to give assent to the 24-hour Authority Bill.This Bill, which Ghanaians have been waiting for, … The post President

Bellarmine Mugabe is in custody after he allegedly shot a security guard at a property in Johannesburg.

Forum for Accountability of Sefwi Cocoa Farmers, a group farmers in the Western North region has staged a protest over the reduction in the producer price of cocoa, which they say is negatively affecting their livelihoods. The farmers claim the price of cocoa has dropped from GH¢3,600 to GH¢2,587, despite the rising cost of farm […]

The 2025 Africa Malaria Progress Report reveals 270.8m cases and nearly 600,000 deaths; It warns of potential resurgence, as Heads of State and Government urge increased domestic resource mobilisation, call on partners to honour their commitments, and demand a renewed World Bank Malaria Booster Programme Against a backdrop of stalled progress, declining international funding, and […] The post African

A Blacks Star team   Ghana national football team, the Black Stars will play an international friendly against Mexico national football team in May as part of their build-up to Read More... The post Ghana To Face Mexico In Pre- World Cup Friendly appeared first

Vinicius Jr. complaining to the referee   A Champions League knockout play-off match between Real Madrid and Benfica was suspended for about 10 minutes after Vinicius Junior reported an alleged Read More... The post Vinicius Jr. ‘Racial Abuse’ Halts

Kurt Okraku   Kurt Okraku, president of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), says he has no objection to the Black Stars’ budget being published but has raised concerns about why Read More... The post Okraku