The Government of Ghana has approved new visa waiver agreements with Antigua and Barbuda, the Maldives, and Zambia as part of efforts to expand travel opportunities and strengthen diplomatic relations. Foreign Affairs Minister, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced the development in a statement on Wednesday, April 22, noting that Cabinet had given its approval the previous day. The agreements cover holders of all categories of passports—ordinary, service, and diplomatic. Under the arrangement, Ghanaians and citizens of the three countries will be able to undertake visits of up to 30 days per trip without requiring visas. Parliament is expected to ratify...
PAC Warns Assemblies Against Misuse of MPs and PWDs Funds
The Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Hon. Abena Osei Asare, has cautioned District and Municipal Assemblies to desist from diverting monies allocated to Members of Parliament (MPs) and People With Disabilities (PWDs) accounts to finance their “emergency activities.” She issued the warning during the Committee’s second Zonal Public Hearing in Kumasi to examine the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report. The hearing revealed that misapplication of funds remains a recurring infraction among several Assemblies, with some reportedly using PWD allocations to cover expenses such as Independence Day celebrations and retirement packages for Assembly members. Hon. Samuel Atta Mills, Ranking Member of...
Parliament’s Energy Committee Commends Cylinder Manufacturing Company
The Chairman of Parliament’s Energy Committee, Hon. Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, has lauded the Ghana Cylinder Manufacturing Company (GCMC) for its renewed efforts to revitalize operations and enhance performance. Speaking during a working visit, Hon. Bedzrah noted that the company has embarked on measures to retool its facilities and restore full productivity. He revealed that GCMC has already secured a contract to export products to the West African market and currently commands an estimated 30 percent share of the domestic market. The Committee, he said, will submit recommendations to the Ministry of Finance to expedite approval processes for funding support to...
Ghana, Sierra Leone Hold Technical Session to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
Senior officials from Ghana and Sierra Leone convened in Accra on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, for the Technical Session of the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC), reaffirming their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. Delivering her remarks, Ambassador Khadija Iddrisu, Chief Director of Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Co-Chairperson of the session, recalled the historical ties between the two nations, built on mutual respect and cooperation. She noted that the meeting marked the activation of a mechanism established in 2013 to provide a structured platform for dialogue. Ambassador Khadija emphasized the importance of focusing on priority sectors including trade...
High Court Grants GH₵30 Million Bail to Abu Trica
The High Court has granted bail of GH₵30 million with two justified sureties to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in a major development in his ongoing extradition case. The ruling, confirmed by his lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor in a Facebook post on Tuesday, comes after months of unsuccessful attempts by the defence to secure his release while contesting the legal basis of the proceedings. Background to the Case Abu Trica, a Ghanaian social media personality and businessman, was arrested on December 11, 2025, in a joint operation involving Ghanaian and United States law enforcement agencies. He is accused of...
CAGD Refutes Social Media Allegations of Unearned Salaries
The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has dismissed claims circulating on social media alleging that a senior civil servant at the Ministry of Defence received unearned salaries amounting to GHS427 million over a 29-month period. In a statement issued on April 20, 2026, the Department described the allegations as false and misleading, stressing that Ghana’s payroll system is designed with strict controls to prevent irregular payments. The release outlined four key safeguards within the payroll process: Salaries are processed strictly according to approved pay structures for eligible employees. Monthly payments are made only after online validation by heads of covered...
GES Releases Funds for 2026 WASSCE Practicals
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the release of funds to cover the cost of practical examinations for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). In a statement signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations, GES confirmed that all Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) across the country have received allocations to ensure that practical exams are fully supported with the necessary materials and resources. The Service explained that the move is aimed at facilitating a smooth and well-coordinated examination process while easing the financial burden on parents and guardians. Regional, district,...
Audit Service Issues Correction on Payroll Report Error
The Audit Service of Ghana has issued a formal correction to its nationwide payroll audit report, clarifying that a figure previously attributed to a public servant was the result of a transpositional error. In a press release dated April 21, 2026, the Service explained that the reported unearned salary of GH₵427,995,661.40, which had been linked to Mr. Frank Oliver Kpodo in media publications, was inaccurate. The figure, officials stated, actually pertains to the Ministry of Education and reflects 3,476 unaccounted staff identified during the audit covering the period January 1, 2023 to June 30, 2025. The Audit Service expressed “sincere...
GES Releases Funds for Perishable Food Procurement in Senior High Schools
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the release of outstanding funds for the procurement of perishable food items for Senior High and Technical Schools across the country. In a statement signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations, the Service confirmed that management has initiated processes to ensure the efficient distribution of the funds to the various schools. The release emphasized that monitoring and accountability mechanisms have been put in place to guarantee that the funds are used judiciously and solely for their intended purpose. GES reassured stakeholders of its unwavering commitment to student welfare and the continuous improvement...
Interior Minister Calls for Vigilance Against Extremism at Regional Security Talks
Ghana’s Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mubarak, has urged heightened vigilance and stronger collaboration in the fight against violent extremism during the Coastal States Stability Mechanism (CSSM) Senior-Level Talks held in Accra. The high-level dialogue, hosted by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), brought together key stakeholders to advance coordinated efforts at safeguarding stability, particularly in Northern Ghana where emerging threats demand urgent and sustained attention. Addressing the gathering, the Minister described Ghana as a beacon of peace in the sub-region, emphasizing that this stability is the product of deliberate leadership, strategic coordination, and consistent investment in people and institutions....