The Ghana Police Service has refuted claims that Gloria Vera Louise, one of the arrested protesters from the Democracy Hub demonstration, was pregnant at the time of her arrest and remand. Initial reports suggested that Gloria was four months pregnant, but the police have clarified through a statement that medical …

A severe shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has gripped parts of Accra, causing concern among residents and businesses. The shortage, if unresolved, could lead to the closure of gas stations across the country, affecting daily life. Numerous gas stations have displayed “No Gas” signs, leaving consumers frustrated as they …

Authorities in Benin have arrested three men, including a former minister and a key figure in President Patrice Talon’s security team, on suspicion of planning a coup. The arrests were confirmed by the state prosecutor on Thursday, September 26, 2024. Ex-sports minister Oswald Homeky was apprehended on Tuesday while allegedly …

John Dramani Mahama, Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has criticized the decision to remand the Democracy Hub protesters, asserting that the youth have a right to demonstrate, especially on pressing issues such as environmental degradation caused by illegal mining. In a tweet on September 26, 2024, Mahama …

Oliver Barker-Vormawor, Convener of the Democracy Hub, has pleaded not guilty to charges filed against him after his arrest during a three-day protest criticizing the government’s response to illegal mining, known as “galamsey.” Barker-Vormawor, who was initially absent from court due to illness on September 25, made his plea on …

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has announced plans to commence Ghana Card registration for minors aged 6 to 14 years, starting from October 7, 2024. This initiative is part of the government’s broader effort to ensure every citizen is included in the national identification system. The first phase of the …

Residents of Ada, Magazine, Aboabo, Wawase, and Nkurakan clashed with personnel from the Counter Terrorism Unit of the Ghana Police Service during a protest over the poor condition of the Koforidua-Nkurakan road. The demonstration, which occurred on Thursday morning, saw residents blocking the road with tyres, logs, and wooden boxes …

The University of Ghana has postponed the start of the 2024/2025 academic year due to an ongoing strike by several tertiary employee unions. In a statement released on September 25, 2024, the university’s Registrar’s Office informed students and stakeholders about the delay, which affects the entire academic community. While special …

Eleven additional Democracy Hub protesters, including activist Felicity Nelson, have been denied bail and remain in police custody after their court hearing was adjourned by Circuit Court 6. The court rescheduled the session to Thursday, September 26, 2024, to allow the prosecution time to address the bail applications. This development …

A group of Ghanaians gathered at the United Nations (UN) Headquarters in New York, demanding the release of protestors from the Democracy Hub who were recently remanded by the Ghanaian authorities. The protestors were arrested following a demonstration against illegal mining (galamsey) on September 21, 2024, in Accra. The Democracy …