Former Minister for Communications and former Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has formally declared her intention to contest the position of General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The announcement was made on her birthday, in a statement addressed to party members across the country and in the diaspora. In the […]| The Herald Ghana
A leading figure of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ahafo Region, Nana Yaw Donkor Jill, has firmly denied reports suggesting that he has joined the newly formed United Party (UP). In a statement issued on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, and titled “Denouncing Membership of United Party (UP),” Nana Yaw Donkor Jill described the […]| The Herald Ghana
Former Minister of Education and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has pledged to make education the central pillar of his vision to eradicate poverty in Ghana if elected to lead the party and ultimately the country. Speaking during an engagement with constituency executives in the Central Region over the weekend […]| The Herald Ghana
Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has held a breakfast meeting with the five presidential aspirants of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at his private residence in Nima, Accra, on Tuesday, 21 October 2025. The meeting, according to a statement issued by the Office of the Former President and signed by his spokesperson, Fatimatu Abubakar, […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has officially opened applications for Jewellery and Fabrication Licences (Categories A, B and C) as well as Refinery Licences, effective 22 October 2025. The initiative is part of GoldBod’s broader mandate to formalise downstream gold value addition, strengthen regulatory compliance, and promote sustainable industry growth in line with the Ghana […]| The Herald Ghana
A high-level delegation from Kimberly Process management in Mozambique has concluded a two-day study visit to Ghana, seeking to learn from the country’s experience in establishing and managing institutions that regulate gold trading and certification. Kimberly Process management is a government institution under the Ministry of Mineral Resources and Energy responsible for ensuring the legality […]| The Herald Ghana
The Finance Ministry, faces accusations of withholding funds from Parliament, escalating financial pressures in the House as reports of excessive spending by lawmakers, including unprofitable foreign trips, continue to mount. Sources within the legislature allege that Parliament has been grappling with a cash shortage, as the House has received allocations only for the first and […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ministry of Finance, has announced the immediate termination of Dr Yaw Ansu’s appointment as an Independent Director of Development Bank Ghana (DBG) Ltd., citing recent audit findings as the basis for the decision. In a formal communication dated June 11, 2025 and addressed to the director in question, who also serves as Board Chairman […]| The Herald Ghana
The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has sought to quell mounting criticism over the government’s fiscal management by outlining extensive payments made to contractors, suppliers, and key sectors of the economy in the first half of 2025. Addressing Parliament during the presentation of the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review on Thursday, 24th July, Dr […]| The Herald Ghana
The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has commended the Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, for his innovative approach to regulating Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry and ensuring a stable and reliable fuel supply across the country. Mr Jinapor also praised the NPA Chief for his effective […]| The Herald Ghana
Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has emphasised the need for Africa to adopt a well-structured framework in its quest to spearhead the green transition agenda and harness the continent’s vast natural resources. Speaking at the 7th Meeting of the African Petroleum Producers’ Organisation (APPO) National Oil Companies (NOCs) CEOs Forum in […]| The Herald Ghana
The Minister for Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor, has assured Ghanaians that all documents relating to the controversy surrounding the missing Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers have been submitted to the Office of the Attorney General for legal action. Speaking during a working visit to the ECG head office in Accra today, 17 October 2025, […]| The Herald Ghana
The Attorney General’s Office says it has been unable to initiate extradition proceedings against former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta because the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has not provided the required investigative docket, despite several formal requests. Deputy Attorney General, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, revealed that although the OSP has placed Ken Ofori-Atta on an […]| The Herald Ghana
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), early last night, granted bail to Nana Yaw Duodu, Chief Executive Officer of Goldridge Refinery Ltd, after fulfilling the necessary conditions, following an initial difficulty. The man, nicknamed Dr Sledge, is under investigation for suspected corruption and corruption-related offences linked to the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), especially […]| The Herald Ghana
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has provided a detailed timeline of its efforts to extradite former Finance Minister Kenneth Ofori-Atta, while also addressing what it describes as a “leakage of highly sensitive communication” that poses “grave risks” to its investigations. The clarification from the OSP, issued on 20 October 2025, follows public comments […]| The Herald Ghana
By Patrick Biddah Ghana will host the 2025 Triennale of the Association for the Development of Education in Africa (ADEA), drawing over 350 delegates from across the continent and beyond. The high-level conference will be officially opened by President John Dramani Mahama and will take place from October 29 to 31, 2025, at the Labadi […]| The Herald Ghana
The Minister for Energy, John Abdulai Jinapor, has assured Ghanaians that all documents related to the controversy over the missing 2,600 Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers, have been submitted to the Office of the Attorney General for legal action. The principal culprits are Energy Minister, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, also known as “Napo,” and […]| The Herald Ghana
Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has revealed that the Cabinet has issued a directive for the government to change the names of all public universities that were given individual names under the previous Akufo-Addo administration. Speaking on the floor of Parliament yesterday, Tuesday, October 21, 2025, the Bawku Central MP noted that the Mahama […]| The Herald Ghana
Razak Kojo Opoku (PhD) Writes First and foremost, I was extremely surprised to read an article from the Fourth Estate shared by Sulemana Briamah, making some comparisons between: 1. Telecom Business Model and Lottery Business Model of NLA-KGL 2. Dealers and Agents of Scratch Cards for Telecom companies and Lotto Marketing Companies for National Lottery […]| The Herald Ghana
Many people out of ignorance of the lottery industry have stated that NLA should rather operate NLA 5/90 USSD and Web online lottery instead of Third Party Companies and Collaborators. They argue that the NLA is also the only body mandated to operate lottery under Section 4 of the National Lotto Act, 2006(Act 722). Respectfully, […]| The Herald Ghana
Integrity and credibility are built on consistency but unfortunately it seems our colleagues at Fourth Estate and Media Foundation for West Africa are gradually undermining their own integrity and credibility in relation to their investigative work about NLA-KGL deal, and I say so due to these facts: On 19th September 2025, Fourth Estate and Sulemana […]| The Herald Ghana
…As he extols NLA–KGL deal Integrity and credibility are built on consistency; unfortunately, it appears that our colleagues at The Fourth Estate and the Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) are gradually undermining their own reputation regarding their investigative work on the NLA–KGL deal. I say this based on the following facts: On 19 September […]| The Herald Ghana
….Stakeholders engaged on draft bill The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) hosted industry players in Ghana’s petroleum downstream sector on Monday, 25 August, to deliberate on the draft NPA Bill as part of efforts to finalise the legislation. The forum, held under the auspices of the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, was chaired by the […]| The Herald Ghana
Energy and Green Transition Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor, has sworn in the new board of the Petroleum Commission with a bold charge: revive Ghana’s dwindling oil reserves, boost production, and lure back the big international players who have been shying away from the country’s oil sector. The Minister minced no words when he told the […]| The Herald Ghana
….As WAPCo’s maintenance sparks dumsor fear Former Minister for Energy under the Akufo-Addo administration, Herbert Krapa, has taken a swap at the Co-chair of the Akufo-Addo – Mahama transition team’s sub-committee on Energy and Natural Resources, John Jinapor, for claiming that “massive load shedding looms as Ghana’s fuel stock depletes.” In a post on his […]| The Herald Ghana
Finance Minister, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has described the energy sector as the biggest economic threat currently facing the country. Speaking during a deep-dive session on the Ghana Energy Compact under Mission 300 at the World Bank, he warned that the sector is grappling with a financial shortfall of approximately $2 billion annually. Dr Forson, […]| The Herald Ghana
The Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Mr Samuel Dubik Mahama, has been accused by members of his management team, as handling the current power outages Ghanaians are experiencing with profuse carelessness. Per what the management members are saying, 80 per cent of the power outages are the result of ECG’s internal […]| The Herald Ghana
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has begun a nationwide revenue mobilisation exercise dubbed “Operation All Must Pay” to collect arrears from customers across the country. Running from Tuesday, September 9 to Tuesday, September 30, 2025, the drive targets all categories of debtors, including residential consumers, businesses, industries and government institutions such as Ministries, Departments […]| The Herald Ghana
Source: energynewsafrica Kosmos Energy’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Andrew G. Inglis, has reaffirmed the company’s commitment to continue partnering with Ghana and Senegal to develop their oil and gas resources, in order to spur economic growth and improve the welfare of their citizens. He noted that both Ghana and Senegal have adopted gas-to-power policies, signaling […]| The Herald Ghana
The Government of Ghana has entered into a landmark memorandum of intent with Italian energy giant ENI, global commodities firm Vitol, and the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC) to drive a major expansion of the country’s oil and gas sector. The agreement, valued at US$1.5 billion, was signed during the ongoing 2025 Africa Oil Week […]| The Herald Ghana
After months of waiting to hear what steps the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Office of the Attorney General, were taking regarding the missing containers, Ghanaians are now being told that all of them have been traced. According to ECG’s acting Managing Director, Ing. Julius Kpekpena, the company has successfully located the containers. […]| The Herald Ghana
One woman has died and at least 20 others are receiving treatment after a dawn collision on the Cape Coast–Accra highway. The crash happened around 5:30 a.m. in front of the NDC Regional Office in Cape Coast when a Mercedes Sprinter minibus (registration CR 623-25) travelling toward Cape Coast rammed a stationary Man Diesel truck […]| The Herald Ghana
The National Youth Wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has condemned what it describes as “arbitrary and undemocratic” police violence against students of Tamale Technical University (TaTU), calling for swift accountability and a full restoration of order on campus. In a strongly worded statement signed by National Youth Organizer Salam Mustapha, the NPP Youth […]| The Herald Ghana
By Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, Sogakope The Volta Regional Directorate of the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has strongly condemned what it described as the malicious redistribution of an outdated hospital incident content on social media platforms including facebook as though it reflects a recent occurrence. Such actions, the Health Service noted, create unwarranted public anxiety and […]| The Herald Ghana
The campaign team for Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has announced the formal commencement of his nationwide tour to secure the flagbearership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The campaign will kick off on Wednesday, 15 October 2025, with a tour of all 276 constituencies across Ghana. In a statement issued on Tuesday (14 October), […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ghana Police Service has arrested ten suspects alleged to be behind a fraudulent online food delivery syndicate that created fake platforms to defraud unsuspecting customers. The operation, led by the Cybercrime Unit of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), followed weeks of sustained intelligence gathering. Six suspects — Wonder Sakpiti, Seninam Amaglo, Godsway Dunyo, Angela […]| The Herald Ghana
The Executive Director of Global Info Analytics, Mussa Dankwah, has fired back at critics within the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) who have accused his company of fueling succession debates and distracting government appointees from their mandate. He defended his outfit’s credibility and independence, following criticisms from sections of the NDC over the release of […]| The Herald Ghana
‘He begged for a job, then turned against the NDC’ Veteran National Democratic Congress (NDC) stalwart, Ato Ahwoi, has launched a blistering attack on broadcaster Paul Adom-Otchere, accusing him of being a shameless mischief-maker determined to sow confusion within the ruling party. In an explosive appearance on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana, Mr Ahwoi, a […]| The Herald Ghana
….In his premature Mahama succession list Mussa Dankwa, continues to demonstrate the unscientific nature of his Global InfoAnalytics polls, as their outcomes appear to depend mainly on his discretion regarding who is included and who is excluded, heavily dependent on his biases and “judgment call”. The latest controversy reinforces concerns that he is attempting to […]| The Herald Ghana
There is growing concern within the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) over the activities of Musah Danquah and his outfit, Global InfoAnalytics, following the release of controversial polls on the presidential ambitions of key government appointees just eight to nine months into the Mahama administration. Many within the party believe these surveys are being fuelled […]| The Herald Ghana
Ghana’s inflation rate has been cut by more than half in less than a year, signalling a decisive turn in the fight against rising prices and currency instability. The Bank of Ghana’s latest Summary of Economic and Financial Data shows headline inflation easing to 11.5 percent in August 2025, down sharply from 23.8 percent in […]| The Herald Ghana
Government’s flagship 24-Hour Economy Plus (24H+) programme has taken a significant step forward following the signing of a financing agreement with the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), unlocking up to US$500 million in support for the initiative. The agreement, signed at the Bank of Ghana headquarters, includes an initial US$60 million tranche […]| The Herald Ghana
The Bank of Ghana has called on financial institutions to prioritise customer satisfaction as the defining benchmark of success in Ghana’s banking sector, underlining that delivering excellent service is no longer optional in the digital era. Speaking on behalf of Governor Johnson Asiama at the launch of the CIMG Ghana Customer Satisfaction Index (GH-CSI) 2024 […]| The Herald Ghana
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has commenced a one-month suspension of the remittance partnerships of five Money Transfer Operators (MTOs) and the Foreign Exchange Trading Licence of United Bank for Africa (UBA Ghana), effective yesterday. The Central Bank, as usual, seems to be dancing around violations within the financial system rather than effectively cracking down […]| The Herald Ghana
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) will commence foreign exchange (FX) intermediation under the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme, with plans to sell up to US$1.15 billion for the month. These sales will be conducted on a spot basis through twice-weekly, price-competitive auctions open to all licensed banks. Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama, the Governor, made this known […]| The Herald Ghana
…six suspects arrested as investigation widens The Ghana Police Service have intercepted more than a thousand boxes of the restricted painkiller Tramadol in a major operation in the North East Region. According to a statement issued by the Regional Police Headquarters in Nalerigu, officers working with the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) discovered 1,195 boxes of […]| The Herald Ghana
…..Cleared to return to school Suzzy Pinamang, a Ghanaian Senior High School student who survived a tragic shooting incident that left her with a severe eye injury, has been given medical clearance to return to school after a successful assessment in London. Pinamang, who underwent surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital in June, returned to the […]| The Herald Ghana
Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Sabah Zita Benson, has arrived in London to formally take up her diplomatic duties. Her arrival signals the beginning of her tenure as Ghana’s principal representative in the UK. She is expected to oversee bilateral relations between Ghana and the United Kingdom, including political, economic and cultural engagements, […]| The Herald Ghana
Ghana has signed a bilateral debt restructuring agreement with the United Kingdom, marking another significant step in the country’s economic recovery programme. Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson, representing the Republic of Ghana, confirmed the agreement worth about US$256 million was signed in Accra with His Majesty’s Trade Commissioner for Africa, John Humphrey. “This milestone reflects […]| The Herald Ghana
Legal counsel for the former Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), Paul Adom-Otchere, has raised serious concerns about the conduct of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) in its ongoing investigation into a revenue assurance contract. Nicholas Lenin Anane Agyei, representing Mr Adom-Otchere, accused the OSP of lacking clarity on the […]| The Herald Ghana
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested a British citizen and two Ghanaian accomplices at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) for attempting to smuggle 38 kilograms of compressed substances suspected to be cannabis into Ghana. The suspects were intercepted during a routine inspection at the arrival terminal, where security personnel discovered two pieces of luggage containing […]| The Herald Ghana
Paul Adom-Otchere, the former Board Chairman of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), is expected to report again to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) tomorrow, Tuesday, August 5, 2025, to assist with ongoing investigations into a controversial revenue assurance contract at the Kotoka International Airport. The GACL, had contracted Evatex Logistics Ltd to […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) have begun a nationwide manhunt for four men linked to illegal gold smuggling, placing a GHC1 million bounty on each suspect. The wanted individuals have been named as Abdul Karim, Sadique Abubakar, Muhammed Afsal Puth Puthalan, and Muhammed Nandoli Rafeeq. According to Sammy Gyamfi, Chief […]| The Herald Ghana
The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Godwin Kudzo Tameklo, has undertaken a working visit to the Western Naval Command and fuel smuggling hotspots in the Western Region, as part of efforts to strengthen collaboration in curbing illicit fuel activities along Ghana’s coastline. Mr Tameklo, toured key operational points, inspected enforcement measures, and […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is partnering with the Ghana Commodity Exchange (GCX) to introduce gold trading on the exchange’s platform, a move aimed at creating a structured market for the country’s most valuable mineral. The planned initiative will give both institutional and retail investors direct access to gold, while formalising and modernising how the […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has thrown its weight behind the national campaign to curb non-communicable diseases with a GHC 2 million injection into the Ghana Medical Trust Fund. At a brief presentation ceremony, GoldBod’s Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Richard Nunekpeku, lauded the government’s health-care vision and the Fund’s leadership. “We are convinced of the […]| The Herald Ghana
Thomas Partey’s legal troubles are set to follow him into the new football season, with the midfielder due to appear at Southwark Crown Court on 17 September, just a day after his new club Villarreal take on Tottenham in the Champions League. The former Arsenal star, who completed a controversial move to the Spanish side […]| The Herald Ghana
….Military Officer Security architect and columnist Lieutenant Colonel Martin Dziedzorm Dey, has cautioned that the Ghana Police Service’s long-standing reliance on mass deployments to deter election-related violence has consistently failed to manage crowd behaviour. In an interview with the Ghana News Agency, Lt. Col. Dey, said police crowd-control strategies often allow voters and onlookers to […]| The Herald Ghana
–Reduced fees, issues fraud alerts The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) will recruit 12,000 personnel over the next three years, as part of a nationwide expansion drive, with reduced recruitment costs and strict measures in place to combat fraud. Deputy Defence Minister, Brogya Genfi, announced that the initiative aims to strengthen the country’s defence and security […]| The Herald Ghana
A damaging report on the Ghana Armed Forces’ (GAF) acquisition of Soviet-era Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs), specifically the BTR-70 model, has been submitted to President John Dramani Mahama, raising serious questions about corruption, negligence, and potential criminality at the highest levels of the military. The summary report sets the stage for either a Military Board […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources (MLNR) has intensified efforts to combat Ghana’s escalating environmental threat, illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey, with the launch of an extensive training programme for personnel assigned to the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations (NAIMOS). Galamsey, has become a significant concern in Ghana, causing widespread deforestation, contamination of water […]| The Herald Ghana
The Human Security Research Centre (HSRC-Ghana) has urged government to integrate human security measures into the fight against illegal mining (galamsey) in order to protect livelihoods and strengthen the resilience of vulnerable populations. In a press release issued on Wednesday, 1 October 2025, and signed by its Director of Corporate Communications, the Centre commended President […]| The Herald Ghana
…But warns against heavy-handed tactics The Human Security Research Centre, Ghana (HSRC-Ghana), has applauded President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to initiate a high-level dialogue with civil society organisations (CSOs) on the urgent issue of illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. While urging decisive measures, HSRC-Ghana, however, warned the President against declaring a State of Emergency […]| The Herald Ghana
…. Lands ministry vows action The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, has reaffirmed its commitment to intensify the fight against illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, warning that the country’s food security and future are under serious threat. According to the Ministry, disturbing reports of deformed babies and traces of harmful chemicals like mercury […]| The Herald Ghana
Founding member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Ato Ahwoi has warned political commentator Paul Adom Otchere to “shut up” over his constant ctiticism of the party’s leadership choices. Speaking via phone on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana Show, Mr Ahwoi argued that President Mahama has barely spent a year in office, thus, conversations about […]| The Herald Ghana
Academic City University has released a white paper on illegal small-scale mining, calling for a coordinated national approach to address the growing menace that continues to threaten Ghana’s environment and livelihoods. According to the paper, it is critical for stakeholders at this moment to move beyond fragmented crackdowns and instead pursue long-term solutions and interventions […]| The Herald Ghana
The 95 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament (MP), who recently demanded for the dismissal Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and Minister of State at the Ministry, Charles Adu Boahen from office, have turned out to have made the call not for the honour of rescuing Ghanaians from the economic headship, but for the attention […]| The Herald Ghana
The 95 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Members of Parliament (MP), who recently demanded for the dismissal Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and Minister of State at the Ministry, Charles Adu Boahen from office, have turned out to have made the call not for the honour of rescuing Ghanaians from the economic headship, but for the attention […]| The Herald Ghana
The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Asante Akim Central Constituency in the Ashanti Region, has dismissed reports that he and other MPs, were bribed to step down calls for Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, to be sacked by President Nana Akufo-Addo. Andy Appiah-Kubi, revealed that they had previously been approached with financial […]| The Herald Ghana
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has expressed deep shock and sorrow over the killing of two female students of Nkwanta Senior High School in the Oti Region, following violent clashes linked to renewed tribal conflict in the area. The incident, which occurred on Thursday, June 26, 2025, left the nation stunned as the victims, […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ministry of Education has launched an investigation into allegations circulating on social media that placement into Aburi Girls’ Senior High School (AGSHS) requires a payment of GH¢15,000. The claim, attributed to one Gertrude Adzo Borklo, suggested that admission into the prestigious institution could be bought. Her post, which quickly went viral, was deleted shortly […]| The Herald Ghana
Source: myjoyonline Some officials of the Ghana Education Service (GES) colluded with invigilators, accepting as little as GH¢60 to allow candidates to cheat in the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examinations (BECE). This revelation is contained in the latest JoyNews Hotline documentary, Dark World of BECE, produced by GH Probe investigative journalist Francisca Enchill. At the […]| The Herald Ghana
By Patrick Biddah The Ghana Education Service (GES) has reaffirmed its commitment to a fully transparent and merit-based placement system for the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates, ruling out any possibility of favoritism, bribery, or backdoor placements. Speaking at a press briefing in Accra, the Director General of the GES, Prof. Ernest Kofi […]| The Herald Ghana
By Patrick Biddah The Ministry of Education, has announced the official release of the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) placement results, with an impressive 82% of qualified candidates successfully placed into Senior High Schools (SHSs), Senior High Technical Schools (SHTSs) and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) institutions across the country. Delivering a […]| The Herald Ghana
Following the release of the 2022 Basic Certificate Examination (BECE) results, cross-section of Ghanaians, have taken to social media platforms and traditional media to chastise the Ministry of Education for the falling standard of education in the country. According to some Ghanaians, this year’s BECE results if not the worse in terms of pass rate […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ministry of Education, says it has been unable to trace the individual behind a viral social media post alleging that school placements under the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) system are being sold for GHC15,000. The allegation, attributed to a social media user identified as Gertrude Adzo Borklo, claims that placement into Aburi Girls’ […]| The Herald Ghana
By Paul Mamattah The former Northern Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Daniel Bugri Naabu, has exploded in anger over what he describes as deliberate attempts by some elements within the party to insult former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and treat Northerners as secondhand goods. Mr. Naabu, visibly furious, said he has […]| The Herald Ghana
…He disowns responsibility for party’s defeat and chaotic state As if declaring that, “salvation is personal,” former Vice-President and one-time flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has, in the spirit of the biblical admonitions in Romans and John, appealed to Ghanaians to forgive the party for its mistakes in government. But […]| The Herald Ghana
….As he jabs Ken Agyepong, Bryan Acheampong, others The 2024 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Candidate, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has emphasized that his leadership style is defined by delivering tangible results, rather than engaging in insults or flaunting wealth. Speaking to party supporters at the NPP Headquarters in Adabraka, Accra, yesterday, Thursday, 28 August 2025, […]| The Herald Ghana
–After vowing to Akufo-Addo to abandon presidential race Former Vice President and 2024 Presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has refuted allegations that his Muslim identity or ethnic background, contributed to the party’s electoral loss, dismissing such claims as mere propaganda disconnected from factual analyses. Addressing NPP delegates as part […]| The Herald Ghana
Former president Nana Akufo-Addo has launched a sharp attack on John Dramani Mahama’s administration, describing its performance as “abysmal” while calling on the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to stay united as it eyes a return to power in 2028. Addressing party faithful at the commissioning of a new NPP constituency office in Bantama, Kumasi, Akufo-Addo […]| The Herald Ghana
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey (GCAG) has criticised President John Dramani Mahama’s latest comments on illegal mining, saying his statement “did not convey the urgency required to rid Ghana of unprecedented environmental terrorism.” At a Presidential Media Encounter held at Jubilee House on Wednesday 10 September, the President stressed the need to provide alternative livelihoods […]| The Herald Ghana
….150,000 Personnel stranded; Mahama’s 6-week basic military orientation programme hit The Herald’s investigation into the delays in processing the 2025/2026 national service year’s batch of National Service Personnel by the National Service Authority (NSA) has revealed some intriguing developments, including a GH¢97 million investment for the efficient registration, posting, and monitoring of personnel. At the […]| The Herald Ghana
….Warns GBA against acting as ‘Wing of Opposition Party’ The Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has accused the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) of politically sidelining President John Dramani Mahama in its upcoming annual conference, questioning the association’s impartiality and commitment to fairness. In a strongly worded statement, Mr Dafeamekpor, a lawyer by profession and a […]| The Herald ghana
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Singapore for a three-day State Visit, aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation| The Herald ghana
President Mahama announces scrapping of minimum capital requirement under GIPC reforms to boost Ghana’s global investment competitiveness| The Herald ghana
The concept of dual citizenship has been a topic of debate in Ghana, with many Ghanaians in the diaspora calling for a change in the country’s laws to allow them to participate in the country’s governance. The current law, specifically Article 94(2)(a) of the 1992 Constitution, bars Ghanaians with dual citizenship from becoming Members of […]| The Herald ghana
By Patrick Biddah The World Health Organization (WHO) has partnered with Ghana’s Ministry of Health to strengthen the country’s fight against the ongoing Mpox outbreak, following the donation of critical medical supplies and a pledge of continued support. In a courtesy visit to the Ministry of Health, WHO Regional Director, Mohamed Yakub Janabi, formally handed […]| The Herald ghana
Ministry of Health processes pharmacist salaries, assures 2024 interns of imminent payment, and pledges to resolve arrears| The Herald ghana
Ghana to host Vaccine Manufacturing Forum August 6 to mobilise $2.5bn for self-sufficiency in local vaccine production| The Herald ghana
The National Lottery Authority (NLA) and the Morocaine Des Jeux Et Des Sports (Morocco) have entered into long term collaboration which will strengthen the relations between the two state institutions. The agreement is also to help them achieve their core mandates and also increase revenue for their respective institutions. On the sidelines of the just […]| The Herald ghana
…Over GNPC’s offshore company in Cayman Islands The Ranking Member of the Mines and Energy Committee in Parliament, has condemned the Akufo-Addo government for attempting to sell the country’s oil shares in Jubilee Oil Holdings (JOHL) through the backdoor after it failed to clandestinely sell it to the Petroleum Gas Corporation of South Africa (PetroSA). […]| The Herald ghana
By Paul Mamattah The Natural Resource Governance Institute (NRGI), in collaboration with Citi FM/Citi TV, organized a day-long training programme for journalists in Accra focused on energy transition. The initiative was aimed to address the gap in disseminating and engaging the public in Ghana’s energy transition framework. This training, leading up to the Conference of […]| The Herald ghana
NPP’s constitutional amendments missed a vital chance for democratic reform, favouring popularity over merit and transparency in politics| The Herald ghana
…“We are all hurting inside”: Cops speak out as morale crumbles The Herald has uncovered troubling developments within the Ghana Police Service, suggesting growing discontent and waning morale, particularly at the Police Headquarters, over what appears to be a disregard for established procedures on career progression and retirement. Sources within the Service indicate that the […]| The Herald ghana
The Inspector-General of Police, Christian TettehYohuno, in his wisdom, gathered former Inspectors-General of Police at the National Police Headquarters, Accra to seek their counsel and share experiences to enhance the administrative and operational effectiveness of the Police Service. The meeting which came off on April 2, 2025, was also aimed at strengthening collaboration between the […]| The Herald ghana
Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, officially assumed office yesterday as Ghana’s Minister for Works, Housing, and Water Resources. Upon his arrival, he met with management to express gratitude for the warm reception and, more importantly, to seek their support in achieving President John Dramani Mahama’s vision for the sector. He urged staff to leverage their expertise to […]| The Herald ghana
The State Housing Company Limited (SHCL), has unveiled an ambitious plan to deliver 1,500 new housing units across the country, as part of a broader strategy to support President John Dramani Mahama’s 24-hour economic policy and reducing the national housing deficit. Speaking at the commissioning of the Seasons Court, a 9-unit affordable apartment complex in […]| The Herald ghana
the Pound Sterling rose 0.4% against the dollar after the UK’s annual inflation rate unexpectedly accelerated to 3.5% in April, defying forecasts of a continued decline and casting immediate doubt on the Bank of England’s recent rate cut. Core inflation also moved higher, climbing to 3.8%, underscoring the persistent strength of price pressures in key […]| The Herald ghana
US limits Nigerian non-immigrant visas to single-entry, three months; Nigeria urges reconsideration to maintain strong bilateral relations| The Herald ghana
