The Ghana Prisons Service has interdicted Chief Officer Michael Osei-Bonsu (No. 8566) after he was allegedly caught attempting to smuggle Indian hemp into the Kete-Krachi Local Prison. According to the Service, the incident occurred on June 19, 2026, during routine security checks before the officer’s night shift. The suspected narcotic substance was detected and retrieved at the prison gate. Osei-Bonsu was immediately handed over to the Kete-Krachi District Police for further investigation. He was subsequently arraigned before the Kete-Krachi District Magistrate Court and remanded in custody for two weeks. The case has been adjourned to July 8, 2026. The Prisons...
Ghana and Denmark Partner to Preserve Osu Cultural Heritage
Ghana and Denmark have signed a new partnership to preserve and promote cultural heritage sites in Osu, Accra, reflecting the deep historical ties between the two nations. The collaboration begins with a GHC 1.7 million project involving the Ghana Museums and Monuments Board, the University of Ghana, and the National Museum of Denmark. The initiative will document historical sites and increase public awareness through digitalization and landmark installations. Officials say the project aims to preserve cultural memory, strengthen historical understanding, and support future plans for a museum and memorial at Osu Castle. The effort is expected to ensure that future...
‘VAR went for coffee’ – Carlos Queiroz slams officials after Ghana hold England in draw
Carlos Queiroz has launched an attack on VAR officials following Ghana’s hard-fought goalless draw with England, claiming they were “on vacation” and missed a clear penalty and red card that could have handed the Black Stars a famous victory. Speaking after the match at the Gillette Stadium, the Portuguese coach praised his players’ fighting spirit and defensive organisation but could not hide his frustration at what he described as a pivotal refereeing decision in the second half. “A clear penalty, red card. You have any doubts about that? You guys that saw the game, have any doubts about that? Or...
No Expansion of School Feeding Programme in 2026 – Gender Minister
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has announced that no new schools will be added to the Ghana School Feeding Programme (GSFP) this year due to financial limitations under the 2026 budget allocation. Addressing Parliament on Wednesday, Dr. Lartey explained that while government remains committed to strengthening and expanding the initiative in the long term, the current appropriation did not provide the financial clearance required to extend coverage. “There is a long-term policy commitment to progressively strengthen and expand the programme within available resources. However, under the 2026 appropriation, the programme did not...
NDC Must Raise Governance Standards — Tsatsu Tsikata
Legal luminary and statesman, Tsatsu Tsikata, has called on the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to uphold higher standards of governance and public service in honour of the legacy of its Founder, former President Jerry John Rawlings. He said the party risked betraying the ideals on which it was founded if it became complacent and measured its performance only against its predecessors, rather than adhering to the principles of accountability, integrity and national transformation associated with Rawlings’s leadership. “So, in honour of J.J Rawlings and as an expression of the ideals of the NDC, we must raise the bar of service...
ECOWAS Court dismisses Torkornoo’s human rights claims against Ghana
The Community Court of Justice of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has dismissed all allegations of human rights violations raised by former Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo over her suspension and subsequent removal from office. In an abridged judgment delivered today (June 24, 2026), the court held that Ghana did not violate Justice Torkornoo’s rights to a fair hearing, dignity, information and work under the African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights. The court consequently dismissed all reliefs sought by the former Chief Justice, including her request for reinstatement as Chief Justice and Justice of...
Formalise NAIMOS With L.I. To Fight Galamsey — Minority
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Mampong, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, has called for the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) to be formalised through a Legislative Instrument (L.I.) to strengthen the fight against illegal mining (galamsey). Mr Ampratwum-Sarpong, who is the Ranking Member of Parliament’s Select Committee on Lands and Natural Resources, said the legal backing for NAIMOS would clearly define its mandate, powers, structure, accountability mechanisms and operational independence, while ensuring continuity in anti-galamsey efforts across successive governments. He made the call in a statement signed and issued in support of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana’s...
Police Special Operations Team Records Major Breakthrough Against Organised Crime
The Inspector-General of Police’s Special Operations Team (SOT), working in collaboration with the Ashanti Regional Police Command, has announced a major breakthrough in the fight against organised crime following a series of intelligence-led operations across the region. The operations, conducted between 8th and 17th June 2026, targeted criminal networks involved in human trafficking, sexual exploitation, narcotics trafficking, and unlawful possession of firearms. Coordinated raids were carried out in Asafo, Kenyase Aframa, Asokwa, Buokrom, Krofrom, Atonsu-Bokuro, Asawase, and Old Tafo Ahenbronum. According to the Police, a total of 186 suspects were arrested, comprising 86 Ghanaian nationals, 96 Nigerian nationals, and 4...
Three Students Arrested for Destroying School Property
The Volta North Regional Police Command has arrested three former students of Hohoe E.P. Senior High School after they were captured in a viral video destroying school property shortly after completing their final examinations. According to the Police, the incident occurred on Friday, June 19, 2026, when about five immediate past students allegedly damaged the school’s water pipeline before leaving campus. Following a complaint filed by school authorities, intelligence surveillance was deployed, leading to the arrest of three suspects. The arrested individuals have been identified as Rashid Suraj Dakpo (19), Alhassan Mohammed (20), and Abdul Kadri Abdulai (20). They have...
GES Outlines Recruitment Timeline, Successful Applicants to Assume Duty August 31
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the schedule for its ongoing recruitment process, assuring applicants of transparency and timely updates. In a statement issued by the Service’s Headquarters, management expressed appreciation to all applicants for their interest in serving the nation through education. It noted that applications are currently under review to ensure compliance with eligibility requirements outlined in the recruitment advertisement. According to the timeline, the review of applications will be completed by June 30, 2026, with the announcement of shortlisted candidates scheduled for July 20, 2026. The onboarding process at the regional and district levels will run...