The Bureau of National Intelligence (BNI) has arrested four individuals linked to Power Distribution Services (PDS) as part of ongoing investigations into the transfer of large sums of money believed to belong to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). The suspects, named as Philip Ayensu, Viraj Phat, Sophia Korkor, and Justice Menka-Premoh, were picked up last week. According to a Facebook post by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the quartet was taken into custody to assist with inquiries into the suspected diversion of funds. The BNI has since granted them bail pending further investigations. Authorities have not disclosed the exact amounts involved...
Ministry of Health Partners with World Bank Group to Tackle Regional Health Challenges
The Ministry of Health, in collaboration with the World Bank Group, has launched a landmark Regional Health, Nutrition and Population Strategy aimed at strengthening healthcare systems across West and Central Africa. Unveiled under the theme “Fit to Prosper,” the initiative seeks to address pressing challenges such as infectious diseases, malnutrition, and the growing burden of non-communicable diseases, while positioning health as a driver of economic growth. Speaking at the launch, President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, underscored the central role of health in Ghana’s economic transformation agenda. In remarks delivered on his behalf by Chief...
Ghana Police Interdict Five Officers Over Viral Videos
The Ghana Police Service has interdicted five of its personnel following the circulation of viral videos that the Service says have brought its image into disrepute. In a statement issued by the Public Affairs Directorate, the affected officers were identified as Inspector Emmanuel K. Ofori, Sergeant Isaac Mensah, Corporal Sarah Owusu, Lance Corporal Daniel Tetteh, and Constable Josephine Adjei. They have been handed over to the Police Professional Standards Bureau for further investigation. The Service emphasized its commitment to upholding professionalism, integrity, and accountability, assuring the public that appropriate action will be taken once investigations are concluded. “The interdiction underscores...
Parliament to Reconvene on May 21 for Second Meeting of Second Session
Ghana’s Parliament will reconvene on Thursday, May 21, 2026, to begin the Second Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic. This was announced in an official notice issued from the Office of the Speaker at Parliament House in Accra. The notice, signed by the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, stated that proceedings will commence at 10:00 a.m. on the scheduled date. The directive was issued in accordance with Order 58 of the Standing Orders of Parliament, which governs the summoning of sittings. The upcoming meeting is expected to bring lawmakers...
Ghana to Host High-Level Conference on Reparatory Justice in June
Ghana is set to host a major international conference on reparatory justice from June 17 to 19, 2026, following the recent adoption of a landmark United Nations resolution declaring the trans-Atlantic enslavement of Africans as the gravest crime against humanity. According to a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the High-Level Next Steps Conference will be held under the auspices of President John Dramani Mahama, who also serves as the African Union Champion for Reparations. The event is intended as a strategic follow-up to the United Nations General Assembly’s adoption of the historic resolution. The resolution, which...
NIA Resumes Ghana Card Registration for Children in Volta and Oti
The National Identification Authority (NIA), in partnership with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), has resumed Ghana Card registration for children aged 6 to 14 years in the Volta and Oti Regions. The exercise, which begins Tuesday, May 5, forms part of a nationwide programme to register approximately 3.1 million children. It is aimed at strengthening Ghana’s national identity system by ensuring inclusion from an early age. Each phase of the rollout is expected to last at least 21 days to guarantee comprehensive coverage. Registration teams will visit both public and private schools daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m....
Vice President Encourages Confidence as BECE Begins
The Vice President of Ghana, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has extended warm wishes to candidates sitting for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), urging them to approach the tests with confidence and determination. In a statement issued on Monday from Jubilee House, Accra, the Vice President expressed optimism that students across the country would perform to the best of their abilities after years of preparation, discipline, and hard work. “Government extends best wishes to all students writing the BECE this week,” the statement read, adding that candidates should remain honest and focused throughout the examination period. Professor Opoku-Agyemang also...
Ghana Prisons Service Warns Public Against Online Impersonation and Fraud
The Ghana Prisons Service has issued a strong public warning against individuals impersonating its officers on social media platforms, cautioning citizens to remain vigilant against fraudulent schemes. In an official statement released by the Public Affairs Department, the Service revealed that scammers have been posing as senior officers, including the Director General, Mrs. Patience Baffoe-Bonnie (esq.), to defraud unsuspecting members of the public. The disclaimer emphasized that the Service does not authorize anyone to solicit money, gifts, or personal information through Facebook or other unofficial channels. “All recruitment and official engagements are conducted strictly through approved and publicly announced procedures,”...
President Mahama Attends Inaugural Libreville International Forum
President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Libreville to participate in the maiden edition of the Libreville International Forum for Innovation and Development, a high-level gathering of Heads of State, government officials, global investors, and technology experts. The forum, hosted under the patronage of Gabon’s President, His Excellency Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema, is themed “Political Stability, Business Climate, and Artificial Intelligence: Catalysts for Growth.” It seeks to position Gabon as a regional hub for innovation and a prime destination for international investment. Organisers are using the event to inaugurate the newly constructed Omar Bongo Ondimba Congress Centre, which will serve...
Ghana’s Foreign Ministry Warns of Immigration Penalties in Ethiopia
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a public announcement warning Ghanaian nationals of strict penalties for overstaying in Ethiopia. According to the notice, the Ethiopian Immigration and Citizenship Services (ICS) has begun enforcing fines under the country’s amended immigration regulations, passed in October 2024. The penalties include a fine of USD 3,000 for overstays of less than three years, and USD 5,000 for overstays exceeding three years. Failure to pay these fines may result in further legal action. The Ministry urged Ghanaians to comply fully with Ethiopian immigration laws and to ensure that their stay does not exceed the...