Ghana Politics

Students at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) have lauded Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang’s historic elevation as Ghana’s first female Vice President, heralding it as a transformative milestone for women in the country. Many students view her achievement as a reflection of her steadfast dedication to education, leadership, and public …

The Ghana Police Service has apprehended four individuals for allegedly stealing materials designated for the construction of an Agenda 111 Hospital at Awutu Bereku in the Central Region. The arrests occurred on Tuesday, December 10, 2024, following a collaborative effort between the police and community members. A statement from the …

A tragic accident at Gomoa Okyereko Junction in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region has claimed the lives of three passengers, leaving 20 others in critical condition. The incident, which occurred early Thursday morning, involved a VW Sprinter Benz Bus (registration number GW 5477-24) and a Hyundai Grace …

DSP Nana Boakye Yiadom, the Wenchi Municipal Police Commander, is receiving treatment at the Bono Regional Teaching Hospital in Sunyani after being severely beaten by a group of unidentified youth. The assault occurred on December 10, 2024, in Tohaba, a suburb of Wenchi Municipality, following the arrest of a suspect’s …

A 45-year-old unemployed woman, Faustina Foli, has been remanded into police custody by an Accra Circuit Court over allegations of defrauding an insurance officer of GHC265,000 under the pretense of securing U.S. and Canadian visas. Foli, charged with defrauding by false pretenses, pleaded not guilty. Presiding Judge Mr. Isaac Addo …

Bernard Mornah, the unsuccessful Presidential Candidate of the People’s National Convention (PNC) in the 2024 general elections, has congratulated John Dramani Mahama, Ghana’s President-elect, on his decisive victory. The Electoral Commission Chairperson, Mrs. Jean Mensa, declared Mr. Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the winner, securing 56.55% of …

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has disclosed that it is awaiting the release of an outstanding GH¢118 million from the Ministry of Education to finalize post-WASSCE activities. WAEC confirmed that the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for School Candidates began on August 5 and ended on …

The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has expressed grave concern over the violence and unrest that have followed the 2024 general elections. In a firm statement, the Bishops condemned the violence, rioting, and looting that have disrupted national peace, leading to loss of lives, destruction of property, and deepening divisions among …

A group of youth believed to be supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) reportedly stormed the Bono Regional Forestry Commission office in Sunyani on Monday, December 9, causing extensive damage and property loss. The armed group, wielding machetes, seized two patrol vehicles from the office, which also houses the …

Joyce Bawah Mogtari, special aide to President-elect John Dramani Mahama, has demanded the resignation of Jean Mensa, Chairperson of Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC). She accused Mensa of incompetence and partisanship in managing the recently concluded 2024 general elections. In an appearance on Channel One TV’s Face to Face program on …