Professor of Political Science at the University of Ghana, Ransford Gyampo, has been named Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers Authority. The appointment, made by President John Dramani Mahama, sees Prof. Gyampo succeeding Kwesi Baffour Sarpong who was appointed by the erstwhile Akufo-Addo government in December 2024. Prof. …

According to Article 89(1) of the 1992 Constitution, the Council of State is “to counsel the President in the performance of his functions.” Who are the members of the Council of State? The Council of State consists of: (a) The following persons appointed by the President in consultation with Parliament— …

Below are the major news headlines captured on the front pages of the various newspapers in Ghana today.        The Daily Searchlight             Daily Graphic             The Chronicle         The Ghanaian Times       …

The Eastern Region branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has released its shortlist of candidates for the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) positions. This development is a significant step towards the appointment of new leaders for the region’s various metropolitan, municipal, and district assemblies.   The shortlisted …

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) UK Swindon Chapter Secretary, Roberta Baaba Pobee, has called for a renewed focus on unity as the party prepares for the journey toward the 2028 general elections. Pobee emphasized that the foundation for success in 2028 must be built on a strong, united, and inclusive …

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) has announced the appointment of Dr Bernice Makafui Brempong as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 29, 2025. She succeeds Yofi Grant, who served in the role until December 30, 2024. GIPC in a statement released on Wednesday, January 29 noted that Dr …

After a thorough review of the performance of the Black Stars during last year’s qualifiers for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), the Ghana Football Association has revamped the Technical team of the Stars. The vastly experienced and accomplished German Manager and former African Cup of Nations Winner (with Cameroon …

Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has formally raised a complaint in Parliament, seeking disciplinary action against Victoria Emerfa Hardcastle, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Petroleum Commission. This followed what the MP described as a humiliating verbal assault he suffered from her. The MP, who is also …

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially acknowledged the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, the Republic of Mali, and the Republic of Niger from the regional bloc, effective today, Wednesday. In a January 29 press statement released by the ECOWAS Commission, the organisation emphasised its commitment to regional …

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a directive ordering all individuals and entities involved in illegal mining, both small- and large-scale, to halt their operations immediately. The EPA expressed grave concern over the increasing destruction of water bodies due to illegal mining activities across the country.   The agency …