The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening emergency preparedness and response capabilities through renewed collaboration with the North Dakota National Guard and the United States Embassy in Accra. The commitment was highlighted during a visit by a delegation from the North Dakota National Guard and the U.S. Embassy to NADMO headquarters in Accra for discussions on enhancing cooperation in disaster preparedness, emergency response and capacity building. The delegation was led by Brigadier General Mitchell Johnson, Adjutant General of the North Dakota National Guard and Director of the North Dakota Department of Emergency Services. The team...
Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources Debunks Claims of Armah-Kofi Buah’s Exit from GoldBod Board
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has dismissed reports suggesting that the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has resigned from the Board of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), describing the claims as false and misleading. In a statement issued in Accra on Tuesday, the Ministry said media reports and social media publications alleging that the minister had stepped down from the Board did not reflect the facts. According to the Ministry, Mr. Armah-Kofi Buah remains a member of the GoldBod Board and has not had any disagreement with the institution. The statement explained that although...
Vice President Calls for Stronger Multi-Sector Action to Tackle Malnutrition
Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for intensified multisectoral collaboration and sustained investment to address malnutrition, describing it as one of the most enduring challenges to human development. According to the Vice President, tackling malnutrition requires coordinated efforts across key sectors, including health, education, agriculture, social protection and the private sector, to achieve lasting and sustainable results. She made the call at the opening of the 7th Global Conference of the Micronutrient Forum in Accra, being held under the theme, “Nutrition at the Frontiers of a Changing Environment.” Prof. Opoku-Agyemang noted that the effects of malnutrition often extend...
Foreign Affairs Ministry to Launch ECOWAS Public Sensitisation Campaign
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in collaboration with the ECOWAS National Office, will on Thursday, October 1, launch a national citizens engagement and public sensitisation campaign aimed at enhancing public awareness of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and its programmes. Dubbed “ECOWAS for All,” the initiative seeks to bring ECOWAS closer to citizens by promoting greater understanding of the regional bloc’s policies, opportunities and benefits, while encouraging active public participation in regional integration efforts. According to a statement issued by the Ministry, the campaign is themed “Bringing ECOWAS Closer to the Citizens: Promoting Awareness, Participation and Opportunities...
NSA Releases PIN Codes for 2026/2027 National Service Applicants
The National Service Authority (NSA) has released Personal Identification Number (PIN) codes for eligible applicants seeking enrollment into the 2026/2027 national service programme. The PIN codes cover previously defaulting Ghanaian graduates who are yet to undertake their mandatory national service, as well as foreign-trained graduates and private candidates who qualify for the upcoming service year. In a statement issued by the Authority on September 28, 2026, the NSA said the release follows the completion of registration, payment, verification and approval processes for prospective applicants. According to the Authority, a total of 7,794 applications were received. Out of the number, 4,722...
Minority Demands Parliamentary Probe into Major Narcotics Seizures Linked to Ghana
The Minority in Parliament is pushing for an urgent parliamentary investigation into a series of major narcotics seizures linked to Ghana, arguing that the incidents raise serious concerns about the country’s border security and cargo inspection systems. Addressing journalists ahead of Parliament’s sitting on Tuesday, September 29, the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee and Member of Parliament for Assin South, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, called on the Mahama administration to account for the effectiveness of measures intended to prevent international drug trafficking. According to the Minority, three significant drug interceptions between 2025 and 2026 have exposed possible...
Ghana, Philippines to Strengthen Trade and Investment Ties as Manila Opens Embassy in Accra
Ghana and the Philippines have agreed to deepen cooperation in trade and investment, with both countries set to promote stronger business linkages through the organization of business fora and the establishment of a chamber of commerce. The commitment was reached during a meeting between Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the Philippines’ Secretary of Foreign Affairs, Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York. The discussions focused on expanding economic cooperation and creating new opportunities for businesses and investors in both countries. Mr. Ablakwa...
Ghana, Saint Kitts and Nevis Sign Enhanced Labour Agreement for Nurses
Ghana and Saint Kitts and Nevis have signed an additional bilateral labour agreement aimed at improving the welfare and working conditions of Ghanaian nurses recruited to work in the Caribbean nation. The agreement guarantees enhanced conditions of service for Ghanaian nurses, including legally protected salaries, health insurance coverage, rent allowance, end-of-service benefits and other labour rights. The agreement was signed by Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the Deputy Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, on the sidelines of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly in New York. Speaking after...
Bawumia Meets GMA Leadership, Calls for Major Reforms in Healthcare Sector
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has underscored the need for a fundamental shift in Ghana’s healthcare policies following high-level consultations with the leadership of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) at the GMA House within the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. The meeting formed part of Dr. Bawumia’s ongoing engagement with key stakeholders and identifiable groups across the country aimed at gathering perspectives on national development issues. During the discussions, GMA President, Professor (Dr.) Ernest Yorke, together with members of the Association’s National Executive Committee, outlined several challenges confronting medical professionals and the healthcare sector. Among the key concerns raised were...
Gold Board Tightens Assay Rules, Warns of Enforcement
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has announced sweeping changes to its assay regime for local gold purchases, effective October 1, 2026, alongside a stern reminder to aggregators and licensed buyers to ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements. In a compliance notice signed by Chief Executive Officer Samuel Gyamfi, Esq., the Board stated that the Water Density method will henceforth serve only as an indicative assessment of gold purity. The definitive basis for determining purity, pricing, and payment will be X‑Ray Fluorescence (XRF) Assay. Where XRF is unavailable, or parties voluntarily elect to use water density, transactions will attract a 0.7%...