The Head of Public Affairs at the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Jerome Kwaku Sam, has disclosed that GHC237 million has been released to cocoa farmers for 50,000 metric tonnes of cocoa. This announcement comes at a time when Ghana’s cocoa industry is facing challenges, with farmers voicing concerns over months of delayed payments. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, February 18, Mr. Sam stated, “I’m happy to report COCOBOD has started payment of the 50,000 metric tonnes. An amount of GHC237 million has been paid.” Recently, government introduced new measures, including a downward adjustment of the producer price for the...
Mahama Opens 2026 Mining Sector Local Content Summit in Takoradi
President John Dramani Mahama has officially opened the 2026 Mining Sector Local Content Summit, calling for a bold transformation of Ghana’s mineral industry to drive national development. Addressing industry leaders, traditional authorities, and international partners, the President emphasized the need to move beyond raw ore exports toward local beneficiation, downstream processing, and world-class industrial growth. He outlined five strategic pillars to advance local content in the sector: Transforming local procurement into transformational partnerships. Promoting refineries, industrial clusters, and value-added mineral processing. Developing a skilled, tech-savvy workforce for mining. Driving digital, sustainable, and innovation-led mining practices. Encouraging indigenous Ghanaian ownership of...
Minority threatens to summon Finance Minister over cocoa payment delays
The Minority in Parliament has signalled its readiness to compel Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson to appear before the House to address growing concerns over delayed payments to cocoa farmers. Raising the issue on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday, February 17, Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin said the situation has become urgent, as government has yet to fully settle payments owed to farmers for produce supplied during the 2024/2025 planting season. “This is a House of Parliament, a platform of the people’s representatives. This is where we discuss national issues. The cocoa farmers in Volta, Ashanti, Bono, and Western North...
President Mahama Visits Survivors of Burkina Faso Attack
President John Dramani Mahama this afternoon visited two survivors of Saturday’s terrorist attack in Burkina Faso, who are currently receiving treatment at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra. The victims, part of a group of Ghanaian tomato traders ambushed by armed bandits in northern Burkina Faso, were successfully transported home by the Ghana Armed Forces. Seven other traders lost their lives in the attack and have since been buried. Accompanied by his Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, President Mahama commiserated with the injured survivors and assured them that the government would absorb their medical bills. Earlier in the day, the...
Ghana Briefs Russian Envoy on Cybercrime Probe Involving National
The Government of Ghana has held a high-level meeting with the Russian Ambassador to formally brief Moscow on ongoing investigations into a Russian national accused of secretly recording Ghanaian women and distributing the footage online without consent. The engagement, led by Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations Hon. Samuel Nartey George and Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, forms part of efforts to protect citizens and ensure accountability in what officials describe as a clear cybercrime under Ghanaian law. Preliminary findings by Ghana’s cybersecurity and law enforcement agencies suggest the suspect monetised...
Health Ministry Orders Tightened Security After Baby Theft Incident
The Ministry of Health has directed all health facilities nationwide to immediately strengthen security measures following a baby theft incident at the Mamprobi Polyclinic. In a statement issued Wednesday, the Ministry commended the swift response of the Ghana Police Service, the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, and other stakeholders, including the whistleblower whose alert aided investigations. Health Minister Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye has instructed the Director-General of the Ghana Health Service to enforce strict day and night security protocols across hospitals and clinics. Facility administrators have been told to review and reinforce internal security arrangements without delay. The directive...
Hearts of Oak Reaffirms Contractual Status of Hamza Issah
Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club PLC has reaffirmed that striker Hamza Issah remains under a valid and legally binding contract with the club, dismissing recent speculation about his contractual status. In a statement issued on Wednesday, management clarified that no competent judicial, regulatory, or arbitral body — including the Ghana Football Association’s Player Status Committee (GFA-PSC) or FIFA — has confirmed the termination of Issah’s contract. The club stressed that it has not defaulted on financial obligations in a manner that would justify unilateral termination under FIFA regulations. Hearts of Oak condemned the unauthorized disclosure of confidential correspondence by...
Ghana Summons Russian Ambassador Over Privacy Violations
The Government of Ghana has summoned the Russian Ambassador to Ghana, His Excellency Sergei Berdnikov, following reports of unlawful conduct by a supposed Russian national who allegedly published sexually explicit images of Ghanaian women without their consent. The Honourable Minister for Foreign Affairs conveyed Ghana’s strong displeasure during the meeting, stressing that the act constituted a grave violation of the privacy and dignity of the victims. The summons sought Russia’s cooperation in pursuing justice against the individual responsible. Ambassador Berdnikov acknowledged the seriousness of the matter and expressed willingness to cooperate with Ghanaian authorities. He clarified, however, that the identity...
Ghana, Nigeria Strengthen Cooperation to Combat Cybercrime
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology and Innovations, Hon. Samuel Nartey George (MP), has met with the Nigerian High Commissioner to Ghana, Ambassador Ibok-Ete Ekwe Iban, to discuss measures to address the growing incidence of Nigerians involved in cybercrimes in the country. The meeting, held in Accra, reviewed the outcomes of Ghana’s recent crackdown on cybercrime and explored avenues for enhanced bilateral cooperation to safeguard the digital space. Ambassador Iban expressed concern over the arrests of Nigerian nationals and pledged his country’s commitment to tackling the root causes of cybercrime. He emphasized the importance of protecting law-abiding Nigerians and strengthening...
Ghana National Research Fund Engages Speaker Bagbin Ahead of Official Launch
The Ghana National Research Fund (GNRF), led by its Board Chairman, Prof. Eric Yirenkyi Danquah, has paid a courtesy call on the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, to outline steps being taken to operationalise the Fund. Prof. Danquah explained that the Fund’s primary objective is to support evidence-based development through research, positioning Ghana to harness knowledge for national progress. He formally invited the Speaker to the official launch of the Fund scheduled for June 4, 2026. The Speaker welcomed the delegation and assured them of Parliament’s support in advancing the Fund’s mission. He, however, encouraged the...