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Ablakwa reveals ‘bombshell offer letter’ from GACL to Frontiers Healthcare for ‘killer profit’ COVID-19 testing deal

Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has released an exposé to shed light on what he deems a bombshell offer letter from the Ghana Airport Company Limited to Frontiers Healthcare Services...

How Kofi Amoabeng nearly lost his life while trying to beat curfew in 1982

Captain Prince Kofi Amoabeng (retired) recounted a harrowing incident that occurred shortly after his departure from the Ghana Armed Forces in May 1982 (officially discharged in May 1983). He described it as a near-murder...

We have not approached Ken Agyapong for running mate position – Bawumia campaign team

The campaign team for presidential aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has refuted claims that it has engaged another aspirant, Kennedy Agyapong, on the possibility of him being...

Returning to NPP will damage Alan’s reputation – Dr Theo Acheampong

Economist and political analyst, Dr. Theo Acheampong, has expressed doubts about the likelihood of former Trade Minister, Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, reversing his decision to rejoin the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Dr. Acheampong believes that if...

Investigate Akufo-Addo, appointees or face my wrath – Dr Nyaho-Tamakloe tells next president

A retired military officer and ambassador, Dr. Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe, has called for a thorough investigation into allegations of financial misconduct within the Akufo-Addo government and among its appointed officials. As a prominent member of the...

Ken Agyapong won’t leave NPP even if he loses; he will support Bawumia – Palgrave 

The Government spokesperson on governance and security, Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, expressed confidence that flagbearer aspirant Kennedy Agyapong would remain loyal to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) even if he doesn't win the primaries. In contrast...

More than 16,000 heart cases, 21 deaths recorded by Korle-Bu Hospital in 2022

The Cardiothoracic Centre at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) in 2022 registered 16,946 patients in the Outpatient Department (OPD) with various heart conditions, resulting in 21 deaths attributed to heart failure. This patient pool...

Condemn extension of term limits by some African leaders – Akufo-Addo to ECOWAS

President Akufo-Addo has urged the members of the ECOWAS Parliament to vocalize their opposition to the practice of leaders extending presidential term limits as a means to consolidate their authority. According to President Akufo-Addo, “these...

#OccupyJulorbiHouse protestors snubbed by Ghana’s High Commissioner to UK

Ghana's High Commissioner to the UK, Papa Owusu-Ankomah, did not address the #OccupyJulorbiHouse protestors during the London edition on Friday, September 29. The Ghanaian expatriates living in the United Kingdom had organized their own version...

5 feared dead after mining pit in Tarkwa collapses

A tragic incident occurred at the Akoon Community Mining, a part of the Tarkwa Community Mining Programme, resulting in the feared loss of five lives as a mining pit collapsed. The bodies of the deceased...

IMF wants external debt restructuring agreement between Ghana and OCC done ‘soon’

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reiterated its optimism regarding the possibility of the Official Creditor Committee and the Ghanaian government reaching an agreement on external debt restructuring in the near future. Ghana's total debt,...

People ‘behind the curtain’ in NPP calling the shots, not Ministers – Alan

Independent presidential aspirant, Alan Kyerematen, has asserted that there are prominent figures within the administration led by President Akufo-Addo who wield more influence than government ministers. Mr Kyerematen, who recently distanced himself from the New...

We are not bussing minors for limited voter registration – NPP, NDC to EC

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have distanced themselves from allegations made by the Electoral Commission (EC) suggesting that political parties are encouraging minors and foreigners to participate in...

Sissala West district allegedly infiltrated by suspected terrorists

A group of individuals, suspected of being terrorists, have reportedly entered Ghana from Burkina Faso. These suspects, attempting to evade were arrested by Burkina Faso's police after their hideout was exposed. According to reports they...

“Aduru wo su” label was unbefitting of me – Alan

Former presidential aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Alan Kyerematen, has rejected the tag “Aduru wo su” used to label his campaign during his days with the ruling party. Since the 1990s, Mr Kyerematen...

Kufuor told me he will not support my flagbearership bid in 2007 – Alan

Former Trade Minister and former presidential hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Alan Kyerematen has shed light on a pivotal moment in his political career, revealing that in 2007, former President John Agyekum...

Korle-Bu Hospital yet to implement new price for dialysis treatment

The management of the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital has made a clarification regarding the recently announced review of dialysis costs at the facility. Contrary to earlier reports, the health facility has not yet implemented the...

FDA to sanction media houses advertising unapproved medicines

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has made it clear that, as part of its comprehensive measures to safeguard public health and safety, it will impose punitive measures on media houses that engage in...

High taxes, subsidy removal responsible for high dialysis cost – Korle-Bu Hospital

The recent steep rise in the cost of dialysis at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has been attributed to the hospital's increased taxation burden. Korle Bu Teaching Hospital recently raised the cost of dialysis sessions...

60% of my ministers will be between the ages of 25 and 45 – Alan

Leader of the Movement for Change, Alan Kyerematen, has announced that the majority of ministerial positions within his government will be occupied by the youth. He revealed that those between the ages of 25 and...

I gave GHC500,000 to NPP to organize a credible voter album, but they wasted it – Alan

Former presidential aspirant for the New Patriotic Party, Alan Kyerematen has noted that he gave an amount of GHS500,000 to the party to ensure the creation of a genuine voter album ahead of the...

I didn’t tell Akufo-Addo about my decision to leave the party – Alan Kyerematen

Former Trade Minister Alan Kyeremanten has revealed that he did not formally inform Ghana's President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, about his departure from the New Patriotic Party (NPP). He characterizes this decision as a...

‘Who is Wontumi? He was a small-time businessman when I met him” – Alan responds to Chairman Wontumi

In a swift response to an instruction by Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), to remove his posters from all party offices in the region, former NPP presidential...

Playback: NPP addresses Alan’s exit

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has addressed the public on the resignation of former presidential aspirant, John Alan Kyerematen today at the party headquarters. Mr Kyerematen announced his resignation when he addressed the country during...

“Your resignation is a curse to you, because you have enjoyed before!” – Wontumi tells Alan Kyerematen

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely recognized as Chairman Wontumi, has expressed strong criticism towards Alan Kyerematen, a former NPP presidential aspirant, for his decision to...

You have benefited from NPP, leaving the party is a curse – Chairman Wontumi to Alan

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi has strongly criticized former NPP presidential hopeful Alan Kyerematen for his choice to exit the party...

Going independent won’t destroy the NPP – Alan

A former member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Alan John Kwadwo Kyerematen, has expressed his enduring commitment to the party's founding principles despite his recent resignation and decision to run as an independent...

I am capable of transforming Ghana’s economy – Alan

Former Trade Minister and unsuccessful presidential aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Alan Kyerematen, has declared himself as the leader capable of ensuring Ghana's economic revival. Alan Kyerematen resigned from the NPP on Monday,...

BREAKING: Alan resigns from NPP to contest as Independent Candidate

Disgruntled flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party(NPP) Alan Kyerematen has officially announced his resignation from the governing party. The 3-time failed NPP flagbearer aspirant made this announcement on September 25, 2023 at the...

Alan Kyerematen to contest as Independent candidate, resigns from NPP

Former presidential aspirant for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Alan Kyeremanten, has announced his resignation from the ruling party following the Super Delegates Conference to determine the party's flagbearer. Mr Kyerematen announced his decision...

Accra Regional Police Commander summoned over #OccupyJulorbiHouse brutalities

The Police Management Board (POMAB) has summoned COP Sayibu Gariba, the Accra Regional Police Commander, to provide explanations regarding the use of excessive force against participants in the #OccupyJulorbiHouse protest. The demonstration, held to...

It’s annoying how Duncan Williams, Otabil, others are quiet – Anyimah on EC brouhaha

Communication Team Member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Emmanuel Anyimah, also known as Ellembele K.K, has expressed strong displeasure at the apparent silence of certain religious leaders and the National Peace Council regarding...

‘You worked so hard to become the worst president ever!’ – Angry protestor tears into President Akufo-Addo

A “very angry”protester identified as Nasiba, who participated in the recent #OccupyJulorbiHouse demonstration organized by Democracy Hub and concerned citizens, has unleashed a scathing attack on President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, branding him as...

Three new witnesses to testify against IGP on Supt Asare’s claims

The parliamentary committee investigating a leaked tape that allegedly reveals a plot to remove the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr George Akuffo Dampare, from office has received the names of three new witnesses to...

It’s time to take Current Assets Declaration Law serious, it is a joke – Domelovo on Cecilia Dapaah’s case

Former Auditor-General Daniel Yaw Domelovo has raised doubts about the efficiency of Ghana's current Assets Declaration Law. During an interview on JoyNews' Newsfile program on Saturday, he expressed his opinion that the existing law...

Political elite now our colonial masters – Togbe Afede XIV

The Agbogbomefia of Asogli, Togbe Afede XIV, has expressed deep concern over Ghana's escalating corruption problem, which is tarnishing the nation's democratic reputation and stifling its development. In a speech delivered at the second edition...

OccupyJubilorHouse demo: National Security minister offered me $1million to call of the protest – Barker-Vormawor alleges

Oliver Barker -Vormawor, the primary advocate of #FixtheCountry, during the #OccupyJubilorHouse protest on September 21, 2023  said that the government had paid his organization a million dollars to end their protest. This assertion by Barker-Vormawor...

“I am still on good terms with Bawumia” – Kennedy Agyapong

Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, a prominent flagbearer aspirant within the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has revealed details on his current relationship with Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. Amidst speculations of a tensions between the two...

“Over my dead body!” National Security Minister’s alleged threat to #FixTheCountry conveners revealed!

One of the leader of the #FixTheCountry movement, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, has made shocking revelations about the government's alleged attempts to suppress protests organised by the movement. In an interview with TV3 on Friday, September...

Eastern Regional Hospital gas explosion kills one

A gas explosion at the Eastern Regional Hospital's Oxygen Unit in Koforidua on Thursday evening has claimed the life of a security guard. The cause of the oxygen cylinder explosion remains unclear; however, two other...

#OccupyJulorBiHouse protestors hit the streets again today

Organisers of the #OccupyJulorBiHouse, Democracy Hub, have announced the continuation of their demonstration which commenced on Thursday, September 21, 2023. The Police Service has arrested 49 people who showed up within the vicinity of the...

Watch video of how Bridget Otoo was attacked and arrested by police

The video of how popular broadcast journalist with Metro TV was attacked and arrest by the police has emerged. Among those who were arrested were some prominent activists including Metro Tv journalist and businesswoman,...

Africans fought WWII for you, it is time to help us fight coups – Akufo-Addo tells international community

Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo has appealed to the global community to support Africa in its efforts to address the challenges of terrorism in the Sahel region and the resurgence of coups across the continent. Speaking...

Horses, riot control gears, buses: Details of how #OccupyJulorbiHouse protesters were arrested

The Ghana Police Service has come under fire for arresting about 50 protesters who participated in the #OccupyJulorbiHouse demonstration on Tuesday, September 21, 2023. The demonstration, organized by the #FixtheCountry movement, aimed to demand...

LIVE UPDATES of OccupyJulorbiHouse: Police arrest many demonstrators

The Ghana Police Service has initiated the process of arresting numerous protesters who were intending to take part in an anti-government demonstration called #OccupyJulorbiHouse. This action follows the police's denial of allegations that they had...

$5000 was paid by Kennedy Agyapong for just one vote in Bawumia’s home region – NPP communicators

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is gearing up for its presidential primary to elect a flagbearer for the 2024 general elections. The party has set November 4th 2023, as the date for its national congress...

17 individuals en route to Buipe for voter registration involved in accident

Seventeen prospective voters participating in the ongoing limited voters' registration have been involved in a motor accident on the Tamale-Kintampo highway in Sawba, a suburb of the central Gonja district in the Savannah region. The...

Resist any form of harassment by GRA – GUTA charges members

The Ghana Union of Traders (GUTA) has called on its members to stand firm against any attempts at harassment or intimidation by Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) officials. The union has alleged that the GRA...

Violent clash between landguards and wood sellers in Ofankor leaves one dead

Police have successfully quelled the disturbance in Ofankor that unfolded on Wednesday morning, September 20, involving road blockades and tire burning. Preliminary investigations indicate that the turmoil stemmed from a land dispute involving landguards and...

Police restore calm after riot at Ofankor; manhunt perpetrators

The Police have restored law, order, and security at Ofankor following a riot that resulted in the burning of tyres and blocking of public road. In a social media post, the Police noted that...

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