The General Secretary of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Frimpong Kodua, has criticised the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) over the arrest of the party’s communications team member, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, accusing the agency of attempting to subject him to a “public trial”. His comments come amid growing criticism from the NPP over the arrest of Mr Aboagye, who also serves as spokesperson for former Vice-President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. Speaking to the media on Monday, July 13, outside EOCO’s headquarters in Accra, where Mr Aboagye was being held following his arrest, the NPP General Secretary further accused...
Government Mourns Passing of Dagbon King, Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II
The Government of Ghana has expressed profound sorrow over the death of His Majesty Yaa Naa Abukari Mahama II, Paramount Chief of Dagbon, whose reign is remembered for ushering peace and reconciliation after years of conflict in the northern kingdom. In a statement issued by the Presidency Communications, President John Dramani Mahama extended condolences to the Royal Family, the people of Dagbon, and the nation at large. The President described the late monarch as a distinguished traditional ruler whose leadership fostered unity, stability, and development across Dagbon and Ghana. “His Majesty will be remembered as a ruler whose unwavering commitment...
Government Nears Completion of External Debt Restructuring with SADEREA Notes Exchange
Ghana has reached a decisive milestone in its economic recovery as the Ministry of Finance announced the successful exchange of the country’s outstanding SADEREA Notes, marking the near completion of its external debt restructuring programme. The settlement, finalized on July 13 with a value date of July 10, resolves the last outstanding component of Ghana’s sovereign bonded debt restructuring. Officials described the transaction as a critical step toward restoring debt sustainability and reinforcing investor confidence in the economy. The SADEREA Notes, originally issued at US$253.2 million to finance capital expenditure in the health sector, carried a 12.5 percent Senior Secured...
EOCO Explains The Arrests Former IMCCoD Officials Over GH₵55 Million Probe
The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has arrested two former officials of the Inter‑Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD) in connection with investigations into alleged financial irregularities amounting to GH₵55 million. In a statement issued on July 13, 2026, EOCO confirmed the arrest of Mr. Dennis Edward Aboagye, also known as “Miracles,” who served as Executive Secretary of IMCCoD, and Mr. Gerald Appiah, the former Accountant of the Secretariat. The arrests follow a forensic audit covering the period from August 2022 to February 2025 and a subsequent petition by the current Executive Secretary requesting further investigations. The probe centers...
GES Condemns Attack on Zohe E.P. Schools in Yendi
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has strongly condemned a violent attack on Zohe Evangelical Presbyterian Schools in the Yendi Municipality, which disrupted academic activities and left the headmaster assaulted. According to a statement issued on July 10, 2026, armed individuals stormed the schools on July 9 following a dispute between community members and school authorities over a commercial shed located on school premises. The headmaster, Mr. Mohammed Shani Gazali, was physically attacked during the incident. While no casualties were recorded, the invasion caused panic among pupils and staff, forcing the temporary closure of the schools. GES said security personnel have...
Accra Airport Introduces New Security Screening Technology
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has announced the installation of state‑of‑the‑art security screening equipment at passenger checkpoints in Terminals 2 and 3 of Accra International Airport, a move aimed at enhancing aviation security while improving passenger convenience. According to a public notice, the upgraded system will allow travelers to keep laptops and other large electronic devices inside cabin baggage during screening. Passengers will also be able to proceed with shoes and belts on, unless otherwise required during profiling. Liquids, aerosols, and gels may remain in bags, provided they comply with the 100ml per container limit under international security regulations....
Ghana Gold Board Issues New Guidelines for Gold Trade Compliance
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced fresh directives governing the onboarding of Offtakers and the conduct of transactions by Self‑Financing Aggregators (SFAs), reinforcing its regulatory mandate under the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140). In a notice dated July 13, 2026, the Board outlined a five‑step onboarding process requiring SFAs to submit proposed Offtakers for Know‑Your‑Customer (KYC), Anti‑Money Laundering (AML), and financial due diligence checks. Only Offtakers that successfully pass GoldBod’s compliance assessments will be cleared to trade. Approved applications will be accompanied by written conditions specifying operational requirements, disclaimers, and obligations. The guidelines also detail the transaction...
NHIA Achieves 70 Percent Universal Health Coverage
The National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has announced that Ghana’s Health Insurance Scheme has reached 70 percent Universal Health Coverage (UHC) as of the first half of 2026, marking a significant milestone in the country’s healthcare delivery. Chief Executive Dr. Victor Asare Bampoe disclosed the achievement during a staff durbar at the Authority’s Head Office in Accra, attributing the progress to the dedication and commitment of NHIA staff nationwide. “These are things that people see… that connect us to people, and that is why I am so proud that when we came in, our coverage was 56 percent and now...
GES Releases Non‑Teaching Staff Promotion Results
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released the results of the 2025 Promotion Interview for non‑teaching staff, providing transparency and recognition for personnel across the Service. In a statement dated July 10, 2026, management confirmed that the results are now accessible online, enabling staff who participated in the interview process to check their status directly. The Service congratulated all successful candidates, noting that the promotions reflect dedication and commitment to supporting Ghana’s education system. The release, signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations, emphasized GES’s commitment to fairness and accountability in career progression. It also reassured staff that...
NHIA Deputy Chief Executive Urges Staff to Prioritise Routine Medical Check-Ups
The Deputy Chief Executive of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) in charge of Human Resources and Administration, Raphael Segkpeb, has urged staff to be proactive in undertaking routine medical check-ups as part of efforts to safeguard their health and improve workplace productivity. Speaking at a staff durbar held at the Authority’s Head Office forecourt in Accra, Mr. Segkpeb expressed concern over the rising number of sick leave applications, describing the trend as worrying. “From where I sit and the number of excuse duties that are coming, people asking for two, three months of sick leave, it is very worrying,”...