Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has directed the House to revisit the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, popularly known as the anti-LGBTQ bill. This follows concerns over whether the level of bipartisan support reflected in the committee report was adequately demonstrated during proceedings on the floor. The directive was issued after questions were raised about the manner in which the bill was passed by Parliament. According to the Speaker, the committee report that accompanied the bill indicated that members from both the Majority and Minority sides unanimously supported the proposed legislation. However, he noted that...
MoGCSP Marks Menstrual Health Day with Call for Inclusive Interventions
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP), through its Department of Gender, has commemorated the 2026 Menstrual Health and Hygiene Day with a renewed call for inclusive interventions that uphold the dignity, wellbeing, and rights of women and girls with disabilities. The event, held under the global theme “Together for a #PeriodFriendlyWorld” and the national sub-theme “Breaking Barriers – Menstrual Hygiene for Women and Girls with Disabilities,” brought together government officials, development partners, disability advocacy groups, health professionals, caregivers, and beneficiaries. Delivering the keynote address, the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo...
Bank of Ghana Refutes Claims of Planned Sale of New Headquarters
The Bank of Ghana has dismissed reports suggesting that it is considering the sale of its newly constructed headquarters, describing the claims as false and misleading. In a statement issued on June 2, 2026, the Bank noted a publication by MyJoyOnline dated June 1, 2026, which alleged that the institution was exploring the sale of the $260 million facility. The Bank categorically denied the report, stressing that it is neither considering nor discussing such a move. According to the release, the new headquarters was commissioned to support the Bank’s operations and enhance efficiency in fulfilling its statutory mandate, and therefore...
GES Releases 2026/2027 Academic Calendar for Second Cycle Schools
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released the academic calendar for Senior High Schools (SHSs) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTSs) for the 2026/2027 academic year. The calendar, issued on June 1, 2026, covers both Single Track and Transitional Schools. According to the release, Form One and Form Two students in Single Track Schools will begin their first semester on September 18, 2026, and remain in school until January 29, 2027. They will then proceed on vacation from January 30 to March 29, 2027, before returning for the second semester from March 30 to July 30, 2027. The academic...
NACOC Seizes Over 2.3 Tonnes of Cannabis in Volta Region
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has seized more than 2.3 tonnes of suspected cannabis during a special anti-drug operation at Gbi-Wegbe, near Hohoe in the Volta Region. The operation, carried out in the early hours of Sunday, May 31, 2026, led to the confiscation of 2,372.38 kilograms of suspected cannabis, with an estimated street value of GH¢1,186,190. According to NACOC, the intelligence-led exercise uncovered a farmhouse and warehouse believed to be serving as a storage point for illegal drugs. Officers raided the premises, resulting in one of the Commission’s largest seizures in recent months. Investigations are underway to identify and...
Parliament Suspends Sittings Ahead of African Inter-Parliamentary Conference
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has announced the suspension of parliamentary sittings to enable Ghana to host the 4th African Inter-Parliamentary Conference on Family and Sovereignty, scheduled for June 3–6, 2026. Addressing the media, the Speaker emphasized that Parliament remains the most fitting venue for the continental gathering, which will convene Speakers, Members of Parliament, policymakers, academics, civil society leaders, and development partners from across Africa and beyond. Rt. Hon. Bagbin disclosed that over 30 countries have confirmed participation, underscoring the conference’s importance as a platform for strengthening cooperation among African states and advancing the...
TOR Records First Profit in a Decade — SIGA Commends Refinery’s Turnaround
The State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA) has lauded the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) for achieving a historic financial turnaround, marking its first profit in ten years. In a press statement issued in Accra on June 1, 2026, SIGA disclosed that TOR posted a profit before tax of GHS 1.24 billion in 2025, supported by strong revenue growth, foreign exchange gains, associate profit contributions, and improved receivables management. The refinery also reduced payables, cut down debt, and successfully completed Turnaround Maintenance activities. The Authority further noted that TOR had submitted six years of audited accounts, covering 2019 through 2025, in...
“Integrity is the Strongest Antidote to Corruption” — Speaker Opens Training for Parliamentary Staff
The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has officially launched a training programme on integrity and related themes for staff of the Parliamentary Service. The initiative, jointly organised by the Legal and Governance Services Office, the Parliamentary Training Institute (PTI), and the Human Resource Department, seeks to instill values of integrity, ethical conduct, accountability, and professionalism among staff. Addressing participants, the Speaker underscored that integrity remains one of the most valuable qualities in public service. He described it as the strongest antidote to corruption and the foundation upon which public trust is built. “Public confidence is not...
Mahama: Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill Faces Long Road Before Becoming Law
President John Dramani Mahama has cautioned that the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025, widely referred to as the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill, still has significant hurdles to clear before it can be enacted. Speaking during a question-and-answer session at Chatham House in the UK, President Mahama explained that several procedural and constitutional matters must be resolved before any decision is taken on presidential assent. The President acknowledged that the legislation has drawn intense public interest due to its far-reaching implications for family values and social policy in Ghana. “The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has probably been...
Police Arrest Two Suspected Robbers, Recover Stolen Motorbike in Tumu
The Upper West Regional Police Command has arrested two suspected robbers in connection with a violent attack along the Tumu-Kowie road in the Sissala East District. The suspects, identified as Seidu Muizu (20) and Salifu Mutada (22), allegedly robbed three individuals at gunpoint on May 30, 2026, and made away with an unregistered Apsonic motorbike. Swift police action led to their arrest and the recovery of the stolen bike. Further investigations uncovered another unregistered Loujia motorbike believed to have been used in the crime. Police say the suspects may be linked to other robbery incidents in the Tumu area. Efforts...