Ghana’s state-owned enterprises (SOEs) concluded the 2024 fiscal year with a net deficit of Gh₵9.7 million, up from Gh₵7.1 million in 2023, despite indications of improved operational output, according to the latest State Ownership Report. The sector’s earnings before interest and tax (EBIT) saw a notable turnaround, reaching Gh₵1.57 million in 2024, a sharp contrast...
Author: Baina Media (Baina Media)
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Police Probe Violent Clashes During Homowo Festivities at Sowutuom and Anyaa
The Accra Regional Police Command launched investigations into violent disturbances that marred the climax of the annual Homowo Festival at Sowutuom and Anyaa on Saturday, August 30, 2025. According to a statement issued by the Regional Police Affairs Unit on Sunday, August 31, a misunderstanding erupted between supporters of two rival chiefs during the celebration,...
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COP Lydia Donkor Makes History as First Ghanaian Elected to INTERPOL Africa Committee
The Ghana Police Service has celebrated a historic milestone following the election of Commissioner of Police (COP) Lydia Yaako Donkor, Director-General of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), to the newly formed INTERPOL Africa Regional Committee. COP Donkor, who will serve a four-year term, becomes the first Ghanaian and the only woman on the committee, marking...
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GHS3.5 Million Raised for Children Affected by August 6 Tragedy — Presidency Releases Donor Update
The Office of the President has released a public update detailing contributions made to the Tragedy Children Support Fund, established in the wake of the August 6 military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of several high-ranking government officials. According to the statement signed by Dr. Valerie Sawyer, Senior Presidential Advisor on Governmental Affairs and...
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Eight Convicted Over Ablekuma North By-Election Clashes, Fined GH¢6,000 Each
Eight individuals involved in violent disruptions during the Ablekuma North by-election have been found guilty and sentenced by the Accra Circuit Court. Each of the offenders was fined 500 penalty units, equivalent to GH¢6,000. Failure to pay the fine will result in a two-year prison term. The convicted men—Mohammed Abubakari, Tijani Mahmudu, Prince Dzakpasu, Anas...
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First Deportees Arrive In Rwanda From The US
Seven migrants deported from the US have arrived in Rwanda, the first of 250 expected to be taken in by the African state under a deal reached with President Donald Trump’s administration. “The first group of seven vetted migrants arrived in Rwanda in mid-August,” Rwandan government spokesperson Yolande Makolo said. She gave no details about...
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Ashanti Regional Minister Confirms Arrival of Global Experts to Investigate Helicopter Crash
The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has announced that a group of international specialists has landed in the region to support inquiries into the devastating military helicopter crash that took place on August 6, 2025. The fatal incident occurred within the Dampia Range Forest Reserve, close to Brofoyedru-Sikaman in the Adansi Akrofrom District. Among...
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Ghana, Singapore ready to chart a new path of prosperity – Ablakwa
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that Ghana and Singapore are ready to chart a new path of prosperity, progress, and transformation. He reiterated that Singapore gave Ghana hope, inspiration and had defied all the economic theories about needing a big population to make it, becoming a transformed and progressive country. “You...
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Parents of Teenager Who Took His Own Life Sue OpenAI
A California couple are suing OpenAI over the death of their teenage son, alleging its chatbot, ChatGPT, encouraged him to take his own life. The lawsuit was filed by Matt and Maria Raine, parents of 16-year-old Adam Raine, in the Superior Court of California on Tuesday. It is the first legal action accusing OpenAI of...
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I’m cool on the outside, but don’t underestimate my inner result – Dr. Bawumia
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President and the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 presidential nominee, has emphasized that his approach to leadership is rooted in effectiveness and endurance not in bluster or coercion. Speaking to party loyalists after submitting his nomination documents at the NPP’s headquarters in Accra, Dr. Bawumia underscored that his composed demeanor...