GENERAL NEWS

Felix Gyamfi has been appointed as the Acting Director-General of the National Service Authority, effective January 22, 2025. This announcement was made through an official letter signed by Callistus Mahama, Secretary to President John Dramani Mahama. The appointment was made in accordance with Article 195(1) of the Constitution and the …

Frederick Adjei, a 27-year-old health information technician, has announced his intention to represent the Ashanti Region on the Council of State under the new NDC government. In a statement declaring his intention, Mr Adjei said, “I possess a deep understanding of the needs and challenges facing our region and the …

Bawku Central MP, Mahama Ayariga, has been officially appointed as the new Majority Leader in Parliament, succeeding Cassiel Ato Forson, who now serves as the Minister of Finance. The reshuffle, which is expected to bring strategic realignment within the Majority Caucus, also sees Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, MP for South Dayi, poised …

George Opare-Addo, the Minister-Designate for Youth Development and Employment, has openly acknowledged his membership in Freemasonry, a global fraternal organization. Appearing before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on January 22, 2025, Opare-Addo addressed questions about his affiliation, affirming the values and principles he has embraced through the organization. “Yes, I’m a Freemason,” …

As the world commemorates the International Day of Clean Energy on January 26th, 2025, Ghana finds itself at a pivotal moment. The day symbolizes hope and progress, a reminder of the transformative potential clean energy holds for addressing global challenges such as climate change and energy insecurity. Hon. Francis Owusu-Akyaw, …

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has attributed its humiliating defeat in the December 2024 general elections to what it describes as a spiritual influence. According to the party’s General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua, there were inexplicable occurrences on the day of the election that suggest a spiritual dimension to the …

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 Metro Lens     …

The Okyenhene, Osagyefuo Amoatia Ofori Panin, has issued a one-month ultimatum to owners of excavators and mining equipment operating along the banks of the Birim River to remove their machinery from the area or face confiscation. This directive comes after a report from the Ghana Water Company Limited revealed a …

The Electoral Commission (EC) has discredited a viral video alleging some bags branded in the name of the elections management body contained dollars that were being smuggled out of the country by the New Patriotic Party. According to the EC in a statement signed by Mr. Samuel Tettey, Deputy Chairman …

The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced plans to conduct elections to elect Regional Representatives for the Council of State, in accordance with Paragraph (C), Clause (2) of Article 89 of the 1992 Constitution. According to the EC, the elections are scheduled to take place in all regional capitals on Tuesday, …