The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has allegedly apprehended Kofi Akpaloo, the founder and head of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), at his residence in Kumasi. According to sources, the early morning operation was executed by EOCO’s Surveillance and Asset Recovery Unit (SARU), dispatched from the agency’s Accra headquarters and working in collaboration...
Author: Baina Media (Baina Media)
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MultiChoice Ghana Risks Closure by September 6 if Prices Stay High—Minister Declares
Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations,Samuel George, has given MultiChoice Ghana—providers of DStv—a firm deadline of September 6 to lower its subscription rates or risk losing its operational license. Addressing attendees at the Digital Africa Summit in Accra, Mr. George underscored the government’s dedication to securing equitable pricing for Ghanaian consumers, citing recent positive...
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Mahama’s Removal of Chief Justice Was Expected—Prof. Agyeman-Duah
Professor Baffour Agyeman-Duah, a former Senior Governance Adviser to the United Nations, has expressed little surprise at President John Mahama’s decision to remove Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo from office. According to Prof. Agyeman-Duah, the move was anticipated, as President Mahama and other prominent members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) had openly declared their intention...
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Prof. Agyeman-Duah urges constitutional review on appointment and removal of Chief Justice
Former United Nations Senior Governance Adviser, Professor Baffour Agyeman-Duah, has called on the Constitutional Review Committee to revise the current procedure for removing a Chief Justice in the country. Speaking on JoyNews AM on Wednesday, Prof. Agyeman-Duah warned that the current process leaves the judiciary vulnerable to partisan political interference. “Yesterday, also, I heard some NPP stalwart,...
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NDC Reclaims Akwatia Constituency as Baidoo Emerges Winner
Legal practitioner and representative of the National Democratic Congress (NDC),Bernard Bediako Baidoo, has secured a decisive win in the highly competitive Akwatia by-election. Baidoo, running as a private attorney, amassed 18,199 votes—roughly 54% of the total ballots cast—ushering in a significant victory for the NDC as they reclaim the pivotal swing constituency from the New...
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Mahama Reopens State Land Transactions, Pledges Reform and Oversight
President John Dramani Mahama has officially ended the temporary suspension on dealings involving public and government-owned lands, allowing the resumption of sales, leasing, and administrative processing—now governed by enhanced protocols aimed at promoting openness and accountability. The moratorium, which began on January 10, 2025, was put in place to facilitate a detailed evaluation of Ghana’s...
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Mahama Calls for Leadership Beyond Politics, Urges Protection of Democratic Principles
President John Mahama has called on national leaders and public officials to transcend political divisions, authoritarian tendencies, and disregard for the rule of law, emphasizing that the preservation of democracy must remain a top priority. He delivered these remarks at Jubilee House on Tuesday, September 2, during a formal visit by Speaker of Parliament Alban...
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Tensions Flare Early in Akwatia By-Election, Casting Shadow Over Peaceful Voting
There were heated exchanges in the early hours of today (September 2) between supporters of the two political parties contesting the Akwatia by-election. JoyNews cameras captured a brief moment of tension as supporters of the governing NDC and the opposition NPP faced off. According to JoyNews‘ Blessed Sogah, the confrontation erupted after some supporters stormed past a...
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Fuel Price Changes Reflect Industry Forecasts
Some Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have begun adjusting fuel prices in line with industry projections. At Goil, the price of petrol is now selling at GH¢12.90 per litre, up from GH¢12.88. Diesel, however, has been reduced from GH¢14.30 to GH¢13.90. Shell has also adjusted its prices, with petrol selling at GH¢13.59 per litre compared to...
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Black Stars Set to Leave Accra for World Cup Qualifier in Chad
Ghana’s national football team, the Black Stars, will head to N’Djamena today, September 2, for their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Chad. The squad has been preparing in Accra for this pivotal encounter, with head coach Otto Addo expected to travel alongside all 24 selected players. With five victories and one defeat in...