Flagbearer aspirant of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Bryan Acheampong, has lauded Ghanaian farmers for their immense contribution to national development as the country celebrates Farmers’ Day. In a message to mark the occasion, Dr Acheampong emphasised that farmers remain the backbone of Ghana’s food security and economic stability. He noted, “the hardworking farmers...
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Agric Minister Showcases Gains Under Feed Ghana at Farmers’ Day
The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to transforming Ghana’s agricultural sector, citing significant progress made under the Feed Ghana programme. Speaking at the 41st National Farmers’ Day celebration in Ho, the Minister said the Ministry has, over the past 11 months, laid a strong foundation for agricultural transformation. “Over...
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2025 Farmer’s Day: Farmers demand a 2% interest rate on loans to boost farming activities
President of the Concerned Farmers Association of Ghana, Nana Oboadie Boateng Bonsu, has urged the government to introduce 2% interest rates on loans to support and expand the farming activities of registered and recognised farmers. Speaking on Joy News on Friday, December 5, he noted that the interest rates ranging from 22% to 33% make...
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Minority Raises Concerns Over Declining Conditions in Fishing Communities
The Minority in Parliament has raised concerns about deteriorating conditions in Ghana’s fishing communities, accusing the government of neglect and logistical shortcomings that endanger food security and livelihoods. In a statement issued to mark National Farmers’ Day on Friday, December 5, the Minority pointed to the severe lack of premix fuel in Keta and other...
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Heated Debate in Parliament Over Future of Office of the Special Prosecutor
The future of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has become the subject of intense debate in Ghana’s Parliament, following the detention of private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu by the OSP. Majority Leader, Hon. Mahama Ayariga, speaking on the floor of the House, called for the abolishment of the OSP. He argued that the...
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Ghana Police Rescue Woman in Viral Video, Arrest Suspect
The Ghana Police Service has rescued a young woman who appeared in a viral video with a severe injury to her left eye, visibly distressed and pleading for help from pedestrians and motorists. The operation was carried out by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team. Upon receipt of the video, the...
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Health Ministry Warns of Low HIV Treatment Coverage in Ghana
The Ministry of Health has sounded the alarm over Ghana’s inadequate HIV/AIDS treatment coverage, cautioning that the persistent gap in care threatens national efforts to curb the epidemic. Unveiling Ghana’s 2024 National HIV Estimates at the 23rd International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa (ICASA 2025), Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh disclosed that the...
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U.S. Imposes Visa Restrictions on Nigerians Over Alleged Anti-Christian Violence
The United States announced Wednesday that it will impose visa restrictions on Nigerians deemed responsible for what it described as “anti-Christian violence.” Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington was taking firm action in response to “mass killings and violence” targeting Christians in Nigeria. He explained that the restrictions would apply not only to individuals...
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Mahama Pledges Continued Support for Police Service
President John Dramani Mahama has assured the Ghana Police Service that the 40 armoured vehicles handed over on Thursday, December 4, mark the beginning of a wider initiative to strengthen the operational capacity of the force. At the ceremony, President Mahama announced that an additional 10 covert operational vehicles and two tow trucks would soon...
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Mahama Presents 40 Armoured Vehicles to Police Service
The Ghana Police Service has taken delivery of 40 armoured vehicles to boost its operational strength and improve public safety nationwide. The official handover ceremony was held on Thursday, December 4, with President John Mahama, senior government officials, and police leadership in attendance. Speaking at the event, Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohunu assured...