The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has announced the commencement of licensing for the cultivation of medicinal and industrial cannabis in Ghana, following parliamentary approval of a regulatory and cost framework. In a press statement dated 11 February 2026, NACOC confirmed that the licensing regime will apply strictly to cannabis with tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content not exceeding...
A nationwide survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) indicates that President John Dramani Mahama continues to enjoy strong public backing one year into his tenure, with 68 percent of Ghanaians endorsing his performance. The poll, conducted in December 2025 among more than 1,000 respondents across all regions, found that 22 percent disapprove of...
The Baptist Medical Centre has pledged its strongest commitment yet to partner with the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) in delivering critical healthcare support to patients battling chronic non-communicable diseases. Hospital management emphasized that with modest assistance from GMTF — particularly in retooling and advanced training for medical staff — the facility would be better...
The Parliament of Ghana is set to unveil its Corporate Strategic Plan for the years 2026 to 2030 at a high-profile event scheduled for Thursday, 12th February 2026, at the Justice D.F. Annan Auditorium, Parliament House. The launch, to be officiated by the Rt. Hon Speaker, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, marks a pivotal moment in...
President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated a new Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy, a high-level body tasked with guiding Ghana’s macroeconomic policy, fiscal stability, and long-term economic transformation. The Group, chaired by the President, brings together eminent figures from academia, public service, finance, and the private sector to provide evidence-based advice for economic decision-making....
The Government of Ghana has announced plans to establish an Independent Fiscal Council to strengthen financial oversight and ensure sustainable economic management once the country exits the International Monetary Fund (IMF) programme. The disclosure was made by the Deputy Minister for Finance, Hon. Thomas Nyarko Ampem, during a courtesy call by Ms. Emmanuelle Boulestreau, Head...
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has paid a working visit to the 31st December Women’s Early Childhood Day Care Centre at Makola Market to assess operations and engage with children, caregivers, and market women. During the visit, Dr. Lartey met with management of the Centre to...
The Ministry of the Interior, in partnership with the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Office of the President, has announced the commencement of vetting for applicants seeking Ghanaian citizenship under the “Historic Diaspora Community” initiative. The vetting exercise will begin on February 11, 2026, at the Dubois Centre in Cantonments, Accra, with applicants scheduled in...
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has strongly criticized what it describes as “unacceptable conduct of investigations and abuse of power” by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) in its handling of the case involving Mr. Kofi Ofosu Nkansah. In a statement signed by Minority Chief Whip, Hon. Annoh-Dompreh, the Caucus expressed concern over the manner in...
The Oti Regional Police Command has arrested two men for unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition following an intelligence-led operation on Sunday, February 8, 2026. Police reports indicate that officers intercepted a Kia Rhino truck with registration number GS-4677-17, which was transporting building materials from Accra to Kpandai in the Northern Region. A search...