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The NPP and the NDC, Ghana's two major political parties, have held their final rallies and are making last-minute pushes for votes to secure the presidency.
President Akufo-Addo strongly condemns acts of religious hate, particularly those targeting Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia at a gathering in Kyebi, emphasizing unity and tolerance ahead of Saturday's polls.
The Office of the Special Prosecutor vows to safeguard the integrity of the December polls as it commences an investigation into the alleged vote-buying incident at Ayawaso West Wuogon during the special voting.
The EC has declared that it is fully ready for the special voting on Monday with the exception of the Eastern and Western Regions. Over 130,000 EC officials, media personnel, and security officers are expected to cast their ballots during the special voting exercise.
Elections are won or lost at the polling stations... At the end of the day, Ghana should remain standing as the beacon of democracy in Africa- Mrs Jean Mensa
Presidential candidates withdraw from campaigns in readiness to sign the 4th presidential peace pact.
Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has pledged to complete the Agenda 111 hospital project within his first year in office if elected in the 2024 general election.
CHRAJ recommends that the Auditor-General conduct a forensic audit of the construction of the National Cathedral project from its inception to date to ascertain whether monies released for its construction have been properly utilised.
The Ghana Police Service has urged churches and religious leaders not to shield individuals who incite violence on election day.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has pledged to prioritise the provision of potable water to all communities as part of its commitment to achieving Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6, which targets the availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all.
Pressure mounts on the Ghana Police of the customs division of the Ghana Revenue Authority, to unmask persons behind the illegal importations of several variety of ammunition impounded at the tema port.
Inspector general of police, warns he will not relent to deal ruthlessly with anyone who attempts to forment trouble during and after the December polls.
Chief of Staff, Frema Osei Opare described the issue as untrue and propagandist which should not be allowed in the education sector.
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has urged Ghanaians to exercise caution and moderation when criticising the Supreme Court and other key state institutions.
The Supreme Court is scheduled to resume hearing and deliver its ruling today, Monday, November 11, on the case involving vacant parliamentary seats, following an adjournment on October 30.
The Deputy Chairman in charge of Corporate Services at the Electoral Commission, Dr. Bossman Asare, has assured the public, including political parties, that the Commission will provide detailed summaries of the Voters Register latest by Monday, 11 November, even though it is not obligated to do so.
Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, has filed a writ in the Accra High Court, requesting the Speaker confirm the status of four vacant seats in the legislature.
High Court dismisses application by NDC to injunct Electoral Commission from printing ballot papers.
The Electoral Commission (EC) has suspended the printing of presidential ballot papers following the sudden death of Madam Akua Donkor, the Presidential Candidate of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP).
The Ghana Police Service and the Ghana Armed Forces have assured the public of their commitment to restoring peace and stability in Bawku, its surrounding areas, and along the Bolgatanga-Walewale-Tamale highway.
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin has adjourned sitting in the House amid vacant seats controversy.
Speaker Alban Bagbin has declared four seats in Parliament vacant. Three of the seats were occupied by NPP MP's whereas one was held by the NDC.
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) CEO, Joseph Boahene Aidoo, has disclosed that Ghana lost an alarming 120,000 metric tons of cocoa beans to smuggling between 2022 and 2023.
Again in a bold move to combat illegal mining, the Kotoku Environmental Task Force arrested 20 suspected galamsey operators in New Abirem, Eastern Region.
The Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners, in partnership with the military, has intensified efforts to combat illegal mining, particularly along the Birim River, as part of the government's broader strategy to protect the environment.
In the wake of growing calls for the release of the 53 detained anti-Galamsey protesters, President Akufo-Addo has spoken against suggestions that the government is stifling voices of dissent.
Another 3 day anti-galamsay demonstration takes place today as concerned citizens against illegal mining hit the streets calling for a ban on mining activities and the release of arrest members of Democracy Hub.
Eight days more to labour union's nationwide shut down. In response to governments inactive against galamsay.
Members of the management of ECG board urged to step down following the resignation of the managing director ECG Samuel Dubik Mahama.
The flagbearer of the All-People's Congress (APC), Dr Hassan Ayariga has pledged that if he is elected President in the 2024 elections, Ghana will cease borrowing from other countries. He explained that his government would focus on repaying the country’s existing debt and reclaiming natural and mineral resources currently under foreign control.
The lawyers representing over forty “Stop Galamsay Now” protesters claim that the police have violated their constitutional rights by not revealing the location where the protesters are being detained.
The Ghana Police Service announced that it has detained 42 protesters from the “Stop Galamsay” demonstration and plans to bring them to court to face justice.
The Ministry of Health has reported the detection of a circulating Vaccine Derived Poliovirus type 2 (cVDPV2) in an environmental sample collected from Koforidua, the Eastern regional capital. This finding emerged from routine surveillance conducted by the Polio Laboratory at the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research.
The National Democratic Congress gives the Electoral Commission a week's ultimatum to address their concerns about the voter's register or face more demonstrations.
A survey from the office of the presidency predicts that the 2024 General election will go into a run-off as over 80 percent of persons surveyed reveal their preference ahead of the 2024 polls.
The National Democratic Congress is making a final push to urge the electoral commission to perform a forensic audit of the voter register, which they claim is fraught with irregularities, as they plan to hold a demonstration tomorrow.
“Chinese nationals in Ghana must respect the laws of the host country. Any act of illegal activity, especially in mining, will not only tarnish the image of China but also lead to severe consequences under Ghanaian law”-China warns its nationals engaging in illegal mining.
Lands and Natural Resources Minister warns an outright ban on small scale mining may impact negatively on the country's economic but maynot stop illegal mining
Organised Labour joins forces with the media coalition to determine actions to be taken to push government to deal with the issue of illegal mining.
The Bono Chiefs have given the government a one-month deadline to halt illegal mining (galamsey), warning that if the government fails to act, they will take matters into their own hands and reclaim their lands.
The government anticipates that the food situation will officially stabilize by the year’s end, thanks to the measures implemented to reduce the drought’s impact.
The Electoral Commission and the National Democratic Congress to have a high-stake meeting over the credibility of the voter's register today as the Electoral commission rejects calls from the NDC to have a live broadcast of the meeting.
The NDC calls for a forensic audit of the the electoral commissions voter register sighting concerns of its integrity.
The Ghana Police Service has apprehended a man for vandalizing the statues of the Big Six at the Airport Roundabout.
The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) has announced the suspension of elective surgeries and temporary relocation of emergency cases. According to KBTH, the suspension and relocation were necessary because there have been ongoing issues with the use of lifts at the surgical block.
The agriculture minister has warned Ghanaians to anticipate a food shortage by the end of the month due to drought conditions in some areas, and a ban on grain exports has been implemented.
Dr. Bawumia defends his decade-old statement, “when the fundamentals are weak, the exchange rate will expose you,” and explains that the fundamentals are currently strong despite the current exchange rate issues.
Former Auditor General Daniel Yaw Domelevo casts doubts on the ability of the running mate of the new Patriotic Party Dr Bawumia to fight corruption questioning his track record.
US court uncovers Ghana made ‘intrinsically weak’ appeals in $134m judgement debt to Trafigura. The U.S. district court document reveals that Ghana’s legal team twice failed to challenge a $134 million judgment awarded to energy firm Trafigura by English courts.This debt stems from a power purchase agreement between Trafigura’s GPGC and the Ghanaian government.
Seek medical help when you have rashes – Ghana Health Service (GHS).Health authorities in Ghana are ramping up their surveillance systems in response to a significant increase in Monkeypox (Mpox) cases since the beginning of 2024.The virus has been spreading to countries that were previously unaffected, prompting concern across the continent.
We don’t have any job opportunities within our community; the only job here is galamsey. As for the galamsey, it is not something we can stop if you tell us to stop” - Akyem Wenchi Chief tells Bawumia.
The Minister for Trade and Industry, K.T. Hammond has announced plans by the government to lease the Komenda Sugar Factory to West African Agro Limited, an India-based firm, for a renewable term of 15 to 20 years.
Agricultural Economist Prof. Edward Ebo Onumah says Ghana must diversify its agricultural focus beyond cocoa to enhance economic support. The Associate Professor highlighted that the current budgetary allocation to agriculture is insufficient, given its critical role in the economy. Prof. Onumah stated that increasing the agricultural budget from the current 7-8% to at least 10% is crucial for significant progress.
JoySports has intercepted a letter from National Security Minister Albert Kan-Dapaah detailing how nine members of a 'paralympic team' from Ghana are on the run following accusations of impersonation.
The Eastern Region has recorded two additional cases of Dengue Fever, bringing the region's count to 11 the number of confirmed cases. A total of 11 cases have been confirmed by the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research. The region is expecting feedback on 57 samples that are being worked on. The region currently is managing about 103 suspected cases
Over 500,000 candidates to sit for The Basic Education Certificate Examination today as government releases 55.8million cedis to the West African Examination Council.
There is a standoff at the Walewale police station in the Mamprusi West Municipality of the North East Region. This was after dozens of NPP supporters besieged the facility to stop the Police from transporting two ballot boxes and the party’s voters register to Tamale.
The National Democratic Congress has called on the General Legal Counsel to take disciplinary action against Attorney General Godfred Dame for witness tampering in the ongoing ambulance case.
Former President John Dramani Mahama expresses his intention to bolster the cedi and eliminate the E-levy within his first 100 days if elected to office.
Courts to go digital as Chief Justice announces that from next year courts will hear applications virtually.
Pressure mounts on trade minister to reverse his earlier directive to cement manufacturers to reduce prices of cement.
Renal Patients Association Raises Concerns Over Dialysis Cost Surge to GH¢491 as it urges government to review the latest cost increment.
Collins Dauda Arrested Following Kukuom Disturbances; Two Police Officers Interdicted for Mishandling EC Officials.
Office of the Special Prosecutor calls for the reinstatement of the Unexplained Wealth Order taken out of its act to enable them to facilitate lifestyle audits on public officials and persons of interest.
President Nana Akufo-Addo takes a dig at the independent candidate for the Ejisu constituency over his allegations the NPP is trying to rig the bye election in favour of its candidate.
The "Bawumia Energy committee" backs calls for the Energy Ministry to give direction on what it’s doing to fic the “Dumsor” situation.
Ghana health service warns the general public to go back to the wearing of nose masks following the emergence of new cases of COVID-19
Finance minister Mohammed Amin Adams speaks about measures taken to tackle the current power crises and money issues withing the power sector.
Government commences negotiations with private entities to take over bill calculations and debt collection for the Electricity Company of Ghana amidst the energy crisis.
Persons living with HIV in Ghana say they are at their wit's ends as health officials begin rationing anti-retroviral drugs meant to sustain them.
The Executive Secretary of the Chamber of Petroleum Consumers (COPEC), Duncan Amoah, has projected an imminent surge in fuel prices, with expectations that it will soon surpass GH¢16 or GH¢17 per litre.
President Akufo-Addo orders VRA to curtail exporting electricity to neighboring countries
The Ghana Police Service has confirmed that the 12-year-old girl who is married to the 63-year-old Ga priest has been placed under police protection.
Paramount Chief for the Sempe traditional area, Nii Adote Otintor II, is peeved by the recent marriage between a 63-year-old Ga priest and a 12-year-old child.
Energy Minister, Dr. Mathew Opoku Prempeh is facing heavy criticism for rejecting calls to implement a load-shedding timetable regarding the erratic electricity supply.
The strike by teachers in public basic and senior high schools is to be sustained until concerns about teachers conditions of service and other matters are addressed.
Six persons have died from Cerebrospinal Meningitis in the Upper West Region. This has pushed the total death toll from the disease to ten this year.
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has reassured the public that there is no need for a load-shedding timetable despite recent power interruptions.
Lack of adequate space is compromising the quality of healthcare at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi, Ashanti Region.
Eastern Regional Minister, Seth Kwame Acheampong says preparations are being made for the 67th Independence Day celebrations in Koforidua. According to him, adequate arrangements have been made to ensure that the celebration is successful.
The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), has served notice that it will be joining any group that heads to the Supreme Court or even lead the charge if President Akufo-Addo gives his assent to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill passed by Parliament.
Proponents of the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values bill say they are prepared to face off in court with the Coalition of 18 Civil Society Groups, who are considering legal action if President Akufo-Addo signs the Anti-LGBTQ+ bill into law.
President Akufo-Addo is set to deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament today, Tuesday, February 27, in accordance with Article 67 of the 1992 Constitution.
Policy think tank, IMANI Africa has thrown its support behind the National Democratic Congress (NDC) bid to investigate the contentious Agyapa deal.
Policy think tank, IMANI Africa has thrown its support behind the National Democratic Congress (NDC) bid to investigate the contentious Agyapa deal.
President Akufo-Addo has spoken about the motive behind his recent ministerial reshuffle, which comes at the tail end of his last term in office.
The Majority in Parliament has described moves by the NDC Minority to introduce a private members bill to repeal a raft of taxes, which the Vice President committed to abolish if he is elected president, as political gimmick.
Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah backs GJA’s position to blackout politicians as he encourages the association to demand action from police and the Judiciary.
CLOGSAG, says it will only reconsider its decision to demonstrate if government withdraws its letter concerning the implementation of the Value Added Tax (VAT) on electricity.
The striking Tertiary Workers' Unions have rejected any calls for negotiations with the government over the delayed payment of their pension funds contributions.
The Electoral Commission (EC) has declared that no winner was officially recognized in the NPP Parliamentary Primaries in Yendi.
Former Assistant Commissioner of Police, Dr. Benjamin Agordzor, is daring the Attorney General to appeal his acquittal if he finds it problematic.
Martin Kpebu, the lawyer for Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Dr. Benjamin Agordzo, has threatened to sue the state for malicious prosecution.
Residents in Bawku are living in fear after a bus attack yesterday that claimed the lives of six people. The unknown assailants ruthlessly killed two men and four women in a bus attack yesterday, pushing the death toll to 13.
The National Labour Commission (NLC) is set to engage with the leadership of the Senior Staff Association of Public Universities in Ghana (SSA-UoG) and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG) today, Wednesday, January 24, to address their ongoing strike.
The National Labour Commission (NLC) says the ongoing industrial action by the Senior Staff Association of Public Universities in Ghana (SSA-UoG) and the Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG) is impeding efforts to address their grievances.
The Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard reports of a purported hike in cost of public transportation across the country.
Parliamentary Christian Fellowship calls on the Seventh Day Adventist church to reconsider its decision to push for a change in the day for voting the 2024 general elections.
Labor unions are asserting their commitment to providing relief and flexibility to the next government but under a specific condition.
Black Stars head coach, Chris Hughton, says the Cape Verde defeat leaves the team with no option but to get a positive result against Egypt in their next game.
The Paramount Chief of Akyode in Nkwanta South, Nana Obombo Swura Lupuwura, has expressed his willingness to engage in peace talks aimed at resolving the ongoing clashes within the area.
Asante Akyem North MP hits back at Special Prosecutor rejecting the OSP’s claim that he should open hostility to its investigators
Office of Special Prosecutor comes under criticism for terminating investigations into alleged attempt to bribe majority MPs over their demand of the removal of Finance Minister
President Akufo-Addo has assured Ghanaians that the nation has turned the corner in its economic situation. However, delivering his Christmas Day message, the President stated that things are getting better and he is hopeful with sustained hard work and determination, the country will sail through this quagmire.
Minority in parliament says it will only cooperate with the majority for the passage of their Appropriation bill only if their main recommendations are taken into account.
The Finance Ministry and the Ghana Revenue Authority commits Ghana to a 10year contract worth over 1b which is not benefiting the state
Parliament clears the cannabis L.I. which will actualize the law passed to legalize the use of cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes
The deliberation of the controversial anti-LGBTQ bill in the Consideration stage will continue today in Parliament. This follows the commencement on Friday, December 8.
The Minority in Parliament is urging civil society organisations, stakeholders, and the public to vehemently reject the proposed Legislative Instrument (LI) aiming to restrict the importation of selected items into Ghana.
President Akufo-Addo says he is unable to sign some crucial bills passed by Parliament into law due to certain constitutional concerns.
Special Prosecutor gets backing of anti-graft campaigners to continue his fight against corruption
Minority urges rejection of the GHS1 billion contingency vote in the 2024 budget, alleging misuse by the Finance Minister.
Traders take over streets of Nkwanta deserting the central market for fear of reprisals despite heavy security presence
President Akufo-Addo pledges proactive measures by security agencies ahead of the 2024 elections, assuring that those wielding weapons at the former president's residence will face consequences.
Bono Regional House of Chiefs calls for cease fire between the Wangara and Mo communities as it charges REGSEC to expedite steps towards resolving the issue.
Ministers for Defence, Interior summoned to parliament over factional tensions in Kintampo
Minority opposes a regulation to restrict the importation of selected products into the country including rice and diapers.
LUV News investigations reveals aside from increasing cost of treating water polluted by illegal mining, Ghana Water Company machines cannot remove hidden metals from polluted water
Minority cast out on government's allocation of GH¢4 billion in the 2024 budget to support the National Investment Bank
Government on its knees as Labour Union rejects 15% increment in base pay for the 2024 working year.
We cannot be blamed for last Thursday’s power outage- Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG)
Former Supreme Court Judge William Atuguba hits back at NPP lawyer for suggesting his comment on the Gyakye Quayson case was skewed.
Ministry of Roads and Highways asks EUCO to investigate claims of contractors to pay 1million before contracts are awarded to them .
Inter-Ministerial Committee considers calls to declare a state of emergency in all flood affected arrears across the country
Ghana Health Service declares public health emergency as flooding of toilet facilities heightens fear of potential disease outbreak in volta region
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has charged the embattled former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah for failing to declare her income and property.
The Electricity Company Ghana (ECG) has begun querying its staff cited in JoyNews' exposé on illegal meter sales.
JoyNews exposes cartel that forged documents to sell unapproved meters so customers enjoy free electricity
The Ghana Police Service has stated that no participants in the scheduled street protest against the Bank of Ghana (BoG) will be allowed anywhere near the premises of the regulator of the banking industry.
Former president John Dramani Mahama has called on the government to as a matter of urgency scrap import charges and taxes on medication and kits for dialysis services to bring relief to the elderly.
CHRAJ boss threatens to drag government to the UN human right counsel if it continues to frustrate the rights of the protestors.
The Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has blamed the high cost of taxation for the recent increase in the cost of dialysis. The hospital increased the cost of dialysis per session for persons with kidney conditions by over 100%.
WHO expresses concern about mass exodus of Ghanaian nurses travelling abroad for greener pastures
National security minister refuses to tender in findings on IGP leaked tape, insisting information gathered are classified and may have security consequences if revealed.
NaCCA orders immediate withdrawal from the market history textbooks for basic schools containing questionable contents on Christianity
Asantehene directs chiefs at Bekwai to collaborate with security agencies to deal with illegal miners destroying the area at an alarming rate
‘It’ll put me at risk’ – Anas withdraws from testifying against Nyantakyi over order to remove mask.
Seven people have been confirmed dead after an illegal mining pit in which they worked caved in on them at Korle Teye (Takorso site) in the Birim North District of the Eastern Region. About 17 others remain trapped under debris as time runs out, with locals helping with rescue efforts doing so with anything they could lay hands on.
The Attorney General angers sponsors of the Anti-LGBTQ bills after the Akuffo Addo refused to sign it if parliament passes it in its current form.
10 bodies retrieved with one still missing after 10 children drowned at the Faana Bortianor on Wednesday night.
Ghana Water Company insist it will not backing down on its quest to retrieve more than ₵6million of the Guinness Ghana brewery limited despite the company saying there has been compliance in payment.
Technical committee set up by the Finance Ministry has completed a new payment schedule with government to clear all bondholders' arrears by the end of the month.
With the 2023 budget set to be presented this week, public sector employees are still uncertain if their demand for a significant pay raise for next year will materialize.
With the 2023 budget set to be presented this week, public sector employees are still uncertain if their demand for a significant pay raise for next year will materialize. The government has not yet agreed on anything with the labor union leaders after a meeting convened last Friday ended inconclusively.
The Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, has asked the Minority in Parliament to furnish him with documents that they will rely upon to execute the motion of censure initiated against him.
Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu has revealed that when some of the Majority MPs called for Mr. Ofor-Atta’s dismissal, one of Ghana’s wealthy businessmen approached them to plead on behalf of the Minister.
Government says it is taking steps to protect the investment of citizens as it pushes for a deal with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). President Akufo-Addo expressed confidence in his negotiators to see through a bailout which will prevent the loss of funds of persons and institutions that have invested in various public funds.
Former President John Mahama has joined calls for Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta to be dismissed. He explained that the Minister is partly to blame for the country’s current woes.
The Majority acceded to President Akufo-Addo’s appeal to allow Mr Ofori-Atta to continue to be at post.
NDC MPs in Parliament have employed a basket of adjectives to fuel their demand for the dismissal of Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta. At a short press briefing on Tuesday, the Minority spokesperson on finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, spared no superlatives in painting the embattled Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, as ‘super incompetent’.
A dispute over a parcel of land at Central Dzorwulu in Accra has left one person injured and at least a vehicle set ablaze. The vehicle belonging to two suspects who organized some thugs to demolish a bedroom apartment is said to have run into a ditch in an attempt to escape from the police.
Some New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentarians are demanding the sacking of Ken Ofori-Atta as Finance Minister.
GUTA directs members to constantly adjust prices to reflect cedi depreciation as president Akufo Addo and Ga mantse's intervention gets them to call off their strike.
The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) says it will mobilize its members to embark on a massive protest to drum home their displeasure over the devastation caused by illegal mining.
Former President John Dramani Mahama says the budget for the Presidency should be cut as the government seeks assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
Managing Director of the Ghana Water Company Limited, Dr. Clifford Braimah said the flooding was caused by encroachment on the buffer zones around the dam. Given the forecast by the Ghana Meteo Agency of more rains in the coming days, Dr. Braimah says that settlers around the dam would have themselves to blame if water from the dam is spilled once more.
Almost 80,000 girls in Ghana aged between 12 and 17 years are already married or living with a man, data from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has revealed.
The Dompim-Pepesa chief says he is heartbroken about the impact of illegal mining activities, popularly known as ‘galamsey’, within his area. Nana Nyonwah Panyin IV said the canker is a major concern.
Deputy Lands Minister, Benito Owusu-Bio, has revealed that illegal mining is endemic in the Bosome Freho district of the Ashanti region, especially in the Bosomtwe Range Forest Reserve.
Hundreds of residents of Ashalaja in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region have been rendered homeless by a torrential rainfall that hit the area 3 days ago.
Government dismisses allegations that GMPC has caused a GH1.5 billion financial loss to the state in it's gas supply deal with Genser energy.
With three days to the September 30 SIM re-registration deadline, the Communications Ministry is facing a flood of lawsuits against its determination to block unregistered SIM cards.
JoyNews exposé, Smugglers Paradise uncovered how the customs officials are bribed to assist local and foreign importers to smuggle oil from neighboring Togo and Ivory Coast to markets in Ghana.
With just three days to Ghana's talks with the IMF the minority in parliament warns government against targeting domestic investors solely for any planned debt restructuring.
The Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited (BOST) has commenced disciplinary action against its officials who supervised the award of a contract for a streetlight project.
National road safety authority rolls out major policy decision to clamp down on high speed and overtaking by some drivers.
Attorney General Godfred Yeboah Dame says ‘galamsey’ kingpin Aisha Huang was repatriated from Ghana in 2018. This is despite police prosecutors telling a Circuit Court that she fled the country, hence terminating her prosecution in 2018.
JoyNews will on Monday, September 19, release yet another riveting exposé on how some senior customs officials connive with smugglers to transport thousands of gallons of vegetable cooking oil from Togo and Cote d’Ivoire.
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has pledged to intensify its collaboration with the Economic Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to unmask faceless individuals behind activities of online ponzi schemes in the country.
Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has insisted that notorious Chinese illegal mining kingpin, Aisha Huang was repatriated from Ghana in December 2018.
Cocoa beans from Ghana risk being banned on the European Union and Switzerland markets as the European Commission put forth legislation on cocoa sustainability.
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has said it will not accept blame for the unlawful blocking of SIM cards that have already been fully re-registered. Although it has empathised with subscribers affected by the blockage, the NCA stressed that telecom operators should bear the full responsibility for the situation.
A team of operations and intelligence police officers in the Western Region has retrieved one of the excavators that were reported missing in the Ellembelle District. The District Chief Executive (DCE) of Ellembelle, Kwasi Bonzo, and three others have been arrested for obstruction and attack against the police officers that recovered the excavator.
The government has said “Galamsey” kingpin, Aisha Huang, entered the country after her deportation with forged documents. According to government spokesperson on National Security, Palgrave Boakye Danquah, after her entry, security agencies tracked her to ascertain if she was the same person.
The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund, Kristalina Georgiva, has reiterated his outfit’s commitment to reaching agreement with the government by the end of this year for an economic programme.
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced its decision to roll out some punitive actions against users who have not registered their SIM Cards.
Minority in parliament calls on President Akufo Addo to direct education minister to collate views on reform of the free SHS program.
JoyNews investigation exposes fraudulent frozen food companies at port. Investigations, uncovered that by virtue of the description of content of containers, the companies involved in the entire operation collected, name, and underpaid a tax amount of GHS4.6 million.
The 27.15 per cent power tariff increment for the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), as approved by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), takes effect from today. Customers, depending on the category and consumption, will be paying slightly more.
Total irregularities in public sector organizations in 2021 stood at ¢17.48 billion in 2022, the latest 2021 Auditor General’s Report has revealed. This is a 36.0% or ¢4.62 billion rise from ¢12.856 billion in 2020.
A middle-aged man, believed to be in his thirties, has been killed by a lion at the Accra Zoo. According to the Forestry Commission, the intruder was spotted around the premises on Sunday at about 12 noon, after he managed to scale the zoo’s security fence.
The Asokore Mampong Magistrate Court has issued a warrant for the arrest of 61 persons suspected to be involved in last week’s violence on the campus of KNUST.
Three persons suspected to be armed robbers have been killed in a shoot-out with the police at Aroma junction, a suburb of Obosomase-Akuapem in the Eastern Region.
Armed men have allegedly attacked the Founder and Leader of the United Progressive Party (UPP), Akwasi Addai ‘Odike’ in his office at Patase, Kumasi. Cars parked in front of the office were vandalized.
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced its commitment to finding the persons responsible for the destruction of some of its transformers serving the Krobo enclave.
There is heavy police presence at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) following a clash between students of the University and Unity Halls.
Some heads of senior high schools threatens to shut down if the finance minister refuses to immediately release funds for perishable foods.
Three persons have been killed by unknown persons in Bawku in the Upper East Region. The incident is said to have occurred around 2pm on Tuesday, August 16, 2022.
The rising prices of cement is forcing some developers to reduce the required quantity for concrete and other construction work.
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has commenced maintenance works on their substations in the Yilo and Manya Krobo municipalities.
A 24-year-old woman who contracted Marburg Virus disease in Ghana has been reunited with her family after recovering fully.
Year-on-year inflation crossed the 30% mark to hit 31.7% in the month of July 2022, data from the Ghana Statistical Service has revealed. This is the highest inflation rate recorded since late 2003.
The Managing Director of the Electricity Company Ghana (ECG), has explained the reason behind deploying the military for the installation of pre-paid meters at Yilo and Manya Krobo municipalities.
University students reeling under current economic crisis saying they are now rationing lecture attendance to cut cost of transportation.
JoyNews’ investigations have uncovered how politically connected individuals and a smuggling cartel in the Central and Volta regions hoard and re-sell premix fuel to fishermen at exorbitant prices.
Six students of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) have been remanded on Wednesday. The suspects were accused of raping a first-year student. According to the School’s Public Relations Officer, Daniel Norris Bekoe, security on campus will be beefed up.
The Deputy Minister for Employment and Labour Relations, Bright Wireko Brobbey has said that the recently approved 15% Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) is expected to hit the accounts of public sector workers by the end of August.
The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Yilo Krobo, Eric Tetteh has appealed to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) not to use disconnection from the national grid as punishment for people who fail to pay light bills.
Government is making frantic efforts to resolve the concerns of gas tanker drivers and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) operators who have embarked on strike action.
The Minister for Communication and Digitalisation, Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has “reluctantly” extended the nationwide exercise to re-register SIM cards to September 30, 2022.
Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta says a review of the Free Senior High School policy of government remains a constant possibility.
The Ghana Police Service has blamed the public, partly, for the perception that it is the most corrupt institution in the country.
Some Members of Parliament have described as unfortunate, a recent Afrobarometer report which ranked Parliament as the third most corrupt institution in Ghana.
Former Deputy Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has accused the government of encouraging the Bank of Ghana to print an amount of GH¢22 billion without Parliamentary approval.
One more person has died of the Marburg virus with 40 others quarantined in the Savannah Region.
Senior High Schools across the country will not participate in the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) until further notice as a result of prolonged delay in the release of funds for such activities by government.
The Bibiani Police command has begun investigations into a demonstration by the youth of Bibiani to stop Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyabi II, Chief of Sefwi-Anwhiaso from performing some rites at a mining firm sited in the town to kick start operations.
Chairman of Parliament’s Finance Committee says government needs approval of the $1bn loan by Parliament to pay salaries and deal with other critical commitments.
General Secretary of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) has warned the populace to be vigilant and cautious as the country has recorded cases of the Marburg disease.
After nearly 24 hours of a highly contested election involving over 6000 delegates and 45 aspirants from the New Patriotic Party, the NPP has finally elected its new national executives.
“Brace yourselves for tougher times” – Vice President Dr. Mahammadu Bawumia to Ghanaians as he hints that the current economic hardship could get worse before it gets better.
IMF indicates its readiness to provide Ghana with the much needed bailout amid public anger over spiraling crises and the rising cost of living.
JoyNews is learning that the earliest the International Monetary Fund can take a decision on whether to give Ghana a deal will be in the first quarter of 2023. This is according to sources close to the Fund.
Government is expected to meet teacher unions and other labour groups today, July 12, over their demand for a Cost of Living Allowance (COLA).
Defence Minister, Dominic Nitiwul, has pleaded with workers unions to exercise patience with the government as it negotiates with the International Monetary Fund for a bailout.
Students in their final year at Ashia Mills Basic School in Accra say they will blame President Akufo-Addo if they fail the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).
School Authorities have been compelled to rely on National Service Personnel (NSP) in the absence of the striking teachers. Four teacher unions are currently on strike over their demand for the 20 percent Cost of Living Allowance (COLA).
Officials of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will commence negotiations with the government today on a possible programme to support Ghana’s homegrown economic policies.
Four teacher unions have declared an indefinite nationwide strike – effective Monday, July 4 – over demands for the payment of the Cost of Living Allowance (COLA).
A delegation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) will hold a series of meetings with government officials on Ghana’s economic recovery programme, beginning Wednesday July 6.
The National Petroleum Authority has sought an injunction order from the court to stop an attempt by the purported owners of the adulterated diesel to auction the product.
Pressure mounts on government to address challenges facing economy and labor front as Ghana’s largest public sector workers, the TUC adds its voice for the immediate payment of cost of living allowance by government or face industrial actions.
The Ghana Police Service have arrested some 29 persons in connection with Tuesday’s demonstration by Arise Ghana. According to the statement, “the organizers of the demonstration will be arrested and put before court for the attacks and damage to public property, in line with the provisions of Section 3 of the Public Order Act, (Act 491).
A pressure group, Arise Ghana, is set to hit the streets today to express its displeasure at what it describes as worsening economic conditions in the county.
JoyNews’ investigations have revealed how a company linked to the Deputy Sanitation Minister, Amidu Issahaku Chinnia, and registered in the names of his brother, cousin, and personal driver won government contracts at the Upper West Regional Coordinating Council during his tenure as Deputy Regional Minister.
Fishermen complain of contamination leading to fishes dying due to mining activities in the Western region.
Minority Leader, Haruna Iddrisu, has called for the probe into Covid-19 expenditure, as directed by the Speaker of Parliament, to be made public.
There was a gridlock at the Takoradi-Agona-Tarkwa highway on Tuesday evening, June 21. This followed a flooding situation after a downpour in that part of the Western Region which left about 1000 people stranded.
Agric minister scores "Planting for Food and Jobs" 100% after 5 years of implementation.
One person has been confirmed dead and scores of people trapped in their homes at Amamoma in the Central Region after Saturday's downpour.
Time to ramp up COVID 19 vaccination - Vice Chancellor of University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS).
The Ghana Police Service has announced that the Accra-Tema Motorway has fully been opened to traffic.
Caterers of the school feeding program withdraw their services after prolonged arrears by government.
Two top police officers in the jurisdiction have been interdicted, including the Deputy Regional Police Commander, DCOP Kwasi Akomeah-Apraku folowing the Kumasi Islamic SHS riot.
Government dismisses claims it failed to obtain parliamentary approval in its expenditure on national cathedral project.
Ranking Member of Parliament’s Works and Housing Committee and MP for Dormaa West, Vincent Oppong Asamoah has blamed the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta for the devastating effect of recent floods in some parts of Accra.
Some Public Health analysts are advocating for a review of the covid-19 safety protocols as the country’s active cases continue to rise.
Two people have been left injured following an alleged dynamite blast at Santa Maria in Accra.
The Police have arrested a soldier, Sergeant Isaac Abbey, for his alleged involvement in a shooting at Zammrama line, a suburb of Accra on June 4.
Riot broke out in the capital town of the Upper West Region following the arrest of three persons who were connected to the flogging of two lovers at the forecourt of Wa Naa’s palace.
The British High Commissioner has reacted to Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr Akuffo Dampare’s response to her tweet about the arrest of FixTheCountry’s Oliver Barker-Vormawor.
The Ghana Police Service has dismissed claims by the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) that there is an increase in armed robberies and violent attacks in the country.
The Savannah Regional Police Command says it has mounted a manhunt for the three suspected armed robbers involved in the murder of an Accra-based lawyer on the Bole-Bamboi Highway over the weekend.
Education Minister, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has denied misapplying an amount of $1.2 million from the World Bank, meant for training teachers under the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project (GALOP).
JoyNews investigations have revealed how tonnes of soya beans and other grain products are exported to Togo, Nigeria and Benin illegally through Chereponi in the North East Region. It comes after government placed a temporary ban on the export of grains last year as a measure to protect the collapsing poultry industry.
An anti-corruption group, Corruption Watch, has petitioned the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to investigate the alleged state lands belonging to the late Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, Kwadwo Owusu Afriyie. The Organisation’s Technical Advisor, William Nyarko in the signed letter noted that it is an offence for a person to use public office for personal profit.
Parts of Accra was submerged in water after a downpour which started late Monday evening. Areas including; Kasoa, Kaneshie, Teshie, Tse-Addo, Dansoman, Tesano, Kwame Nkrumah Interchange (Circle), Adabraka, and Asylum Down amongst others, were heavily hit by the floods.
Information Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, says intelligence picked by the country’s national security apparatus reveals the active involvement of some Ghanaians in terrorist attacks in the Sahel region.
The District Chief Executive (DCE) for Abura-Asebu-Kwamankese, Willi Evans Obiri Awuah, has been ordered to immediately put in measures to ensure the safety of pupils in the Constituency. The Local Government Minister, Dan Botwe, asked the DCE to urgently provide a detailed report on the status of the said schools.
The family of an apprentice who was allegedly shot by the Police in the Upper East Region has given more details about the aftereffect of the incident.
One person has been confirmed dead whilst nine persons, including three in critical condition, are receiving treatment for gunshot wounds at the St. Theresa’s Catholic Hospital, following a clash between rampaging youth and the police at Nkoranza in the Bono East region. In protest against the alleged killing of Albert Akwasi Donkor, the youth in the farming community attacked the Nkoranza Municipal Police Headquarters and freed at least six suspects in custody.
Consumers of water and electricity have asked the utility companies to significantly reduce the percentage they are demanding with regard to the upward adjustment in tariff. The consumers said the increase in utility tariffs is too high.
Deputy Defence Minister, Kofi Amankwa-Manu, has warned that given the current activities of terrorists in the sub-region, there is the need for Ghana to pay more attention to its security. According to him, ‘all is not well’.
The Police in the Northern Region have began investigations into an alleged rape case involving two military officers. The two military officers accosted the couple and physically assaulted them. One of the soldiers is reported to have dragged the woman into the bush and forcefully had sex with her on a motorbike.
The Employment and Labor Relations Minister, Ignatius Baffour Awuah, has announced new roadmaps to resolve the ongoing industrial action by the Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (GLOGSAG). He gave the assurance during a meeting with the Local Government Committee of Parliament on Wednesday, where he noted that all allowance arrears owed members of CLOGSAG will be addressed soon.
The Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) will meet with utility service providers today over their proposed tariff increments. The Commission will negotiate with the service providers and develop adjustments it finds acceptable in the current scheme of things.
If government fails to subsidize electricity tariffs, consumers could pay for an increment in light bills from August 2022, with the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) demanding a 148% increase in tariff. A proposal from the power distributor submitted to the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), wants the adjustment to cover the period 2019 and 2022.
The captain of a fishing vessel is feared dead, and one observer is reported missing after the large boat sunk between the sea waters of Elmina and Takoradi. Three people on board the vessel have been rescued and are undergoing treatment. Information gathered by JoyNews indicates that the Menghxin 11 vessel sunk in the early hours of Saturday with all the crew on board, but fortunately, some were able to swim to a nearby vessel, with the name Menghxin 6.
A nine-year-old girl has given a chilling account of how her guardian held her hand into boiling water as punishment for taking ¢2 to buy food without asking. Ellen Serwaa, a teacher, is accused of managing the injury at her house in the Ahafo regional town of Goaso for days until the child’s hand deteriorated. Doctors at the Bibiani Government Hospital say the girl has a 20 per cent chance of regaining her finger function.
Transport unions in the country have vowed to increase transport fares.
This follows President Akufo-Addo’s outright rejection of suggestions to scrap taxes on petroleum products explaining that it will cost the nation ¢4 billion for that to happen. The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) and the Concerned Drivers Association are unhappy about the President’s response.
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has rejected government’s claim that it cannot afford to remove taxes on petroleum products. It says government must strive to provide incentives that will cushion industry players and consumers who are reeling from the impact of high fuel prices in the country.
Members of the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) say they will no longer tolerate the imposition of special assistants and consultants appointed by government on them. The Association says the existence of such individuals undermines the work of their members and causes a drain on the resources of the country.
The Ghana Revenue Authority has announced its decision to commence the operationalization of the E-levy from May 1 in a modified-phased approach. This follows the results of an assessment carried out by the GRA to test the general readiness of some charging entities to integrate with the E-Levy management system. The new development is a snag in the Authority’s plan to fully implement the E-levy by May 1.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has identified four constituencies as hotspots ahead of its constituency elections tomorrow, April 28. The flashpoint constituencies are; Dome Kwabenya, Odododiodioo and two others. Greater Accra Regional Chairman of the party, Divine Agorhom disclosed this in an interview with Joy News’ Kwesi Parker-Wilson. He said the party has engaged the Inspector General of Police to beef up security in these areas during tomorrow’s election.
Rescuers have been working through the night to save scores of passengers who were stranded after a pontoon that was ferrying them across the Volta Lake broke down last night.
President Akufo Addo's representative at the Ministry of Finance, Ken Ofori Atta, has flown out to the United States to seek medical review after suffering post-COVID-19 complications.
Education Minister-designate, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, says schools will remain open in spite of the surge of COVID-19 cases recorded in schools. The nominee said that the military has been engaged to ensure the distribution of PPE to all schools, arguing that the schools are currently the safest place for students.
COVID-19 is becoming the leading cause of mental health disorders in Ghana; 50,000 people in Ashanti Region to be profiled for COVID-19 relief packages.
Parliament's Appointments Committee begins vetting of President Akufo Addo's ministerial nominees this morning. As part of strict COVID-19 protocols which have been introduced to curb the spread of the virus, only four persons will be allowed to accompany the nominee.
On Thursday, Speaker of Parliament - Alban Bagbin - introduced new measures to slow the spread of the virus in the house after confirming that 15 MPs and some other staff of Parliament have tested positive.
At least 14 persons are in the hospital after being injured in Wednesday's deadly collisions between two commercial buses. The incident occurred at Sakrewa, a farming community near Fufulso in the Savannah Region
Legal team for NDC 2020 Presidential Candidate - John Mahama - is urging the Supreme Court to compel the EC to allow them to inspect the election results summary and collation sheets used to declare the election results
Presidential advisor on health, Dr. Anthony Nsiah Asare, has justified government's decision not to regulate the operations of commercial or public transport following the announcement of strict restrictions to curb the spread of COVID-19
A reinforcement of restrictions is taking effect today as government steps up the fight to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Ghana. In his 23rd update on Sunday night, President Akufo-Addo said the country's situation was now dire as hospitals are full with many severe and critical cases
President Akufo-Addo's legal team has described as pedestrian, the claims by the NDC's General Secretary- Johnson Asiedu Nketia - that the EC Chairperson Jean Mensa cooked figures for President Akufo-Addo in the 2020 elections.
Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings will be laid to rest today after a state funeral at the Black Star Square. The former president died at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital after a short illness in November.
Doctors and nurses in ICUs across the country are getting overwhelmed by the rising cases of COVID-19.
Speaker of Parliament has announced that as a measure to slow the spread of COVID-19. only one-third of the members of Parliament may enter the chamber to participate in parliamentary proceedings at any given moment. The other two-thirds will join Parliamentary sittings via an online platform.
Chaotic scene in Parliament as MPs- elect vote for a New Speaker on the day of inauguration of the President.
Fierce contest between Speaker of Parliament, Professor Aaron Mike Oquaye, and his second Deputy Alban Bagbin as NDC and NPP lock horns.
Techiman Shooting: Uneasy calm settles the town of Techiman as the families of the deceased demand justice
ECG blames issues of debt on some of its prepaid meters on reconciliation problem and says the deduction are legitimate
NDC intensifies its push for the re-collation of the Techiman South Constituency parliamentary results
Kumasi National Fire Service says its preliminary investigation into the fire that gutted the office of the Electoral Commission at Fomena on election day is about to come to an end
Election 2020: Discussing the Electoral process - What the Electoral Commission put in place and how it worked.
Topic: President Akufo Addo and the NDC leader John Dramani Mahama commits to peaceful elections as the the two leaders sign a peace pact to ensure a violent free elections on December 7.
Vice President Doctor Bawumia appeals to Ghanaians to retain the NPP in power as he warns a vote for the NDC will destroy Ghana's economy.
Resource Officer of Administrator General risks against time to retrieve hand-over notes from several MMDAs just 11 days to the elections.
Joy FM early-morning news bulletin with Emmanuel Koranteng. Nurses and Midwives on strike Electoral commission dismisses claims by opposition NDC that is deliberately deleting names at the exhibition exercise. National science and Math quiz elimination