Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has confirmed that Israeli authorities have issued an apology following the deportation of three Ghanaian nationals, urging calm in the ongoing diplomatic dispute. Appearing on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Thursday, December 12, Mr. Ablakwa stressed that Ghana would continue to respond firmly to any unjustified treatment of...
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Bawumia Slams EC Over “Indecent Haste” in Kpandai Rerun
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has taken aim at the Electoral Commission (EC), accusing it of acting with “indecent haste” in announcing a rerun of the Kpandai parliamentary election. Dr. Bawumia argued that the Commission’s decision disregards ongoing judicial proceedings at both the High Court and the Supreme Court involving New Patriotic Party (NPP)...
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Study Uncovers Dangerous Heavy Metal Contamination in Food and Cosmetics
A new nationwide study has revealed disturbing levels of lead, cadmium, and mercury in food and cosmetic products sampled across all 16 regions of Ghana. The research, jointly conducted by the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and UNICEF, examined 1,691 samples of turmeric, cereal mixes, bentonite clay (commonly known as ayilo), kohl (kajikaji), and skin-lightening...
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OSP Begins Trial of Ken Ofori-Atta and Seven Others Today
The high-profile prosecution involving 78 counts of corruption and corruption-related offences is expected to commence today at Criminal Court 5 in Accra, marking one of the most closely watched legal proceedings in recent years. The case, initiated by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), lists eight accused persons and one corporate entity. According to...
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Ghana Signs Seventh Bilateral Debt Restructuring Agreement with Czech Republic
Ghana has signed its seventh bilateral debt restructuring agreement, this time with the Czech Republic, as part of ongoing efforts to stabilize the country’s economy and strengthen international financial cooperation. The agreement was signed by Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson on behalf of the Government of Ghana, and Mr. René Jakl, Director of the Claims...
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Gender Minister Receives Delegation on Dansoman Market Fire
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has received a delegation led by the Municipal Chief Executive for Ablekuma West, Hon. George Kpakpo Allotey, together with representatives of traders affected by the recent Dansoman market fire. The visit was to formally present a copy of the incident report...
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EC Sets December 30 for Kpandai Parliamentary Election Rerun
The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that the rerun of the Kpandai Constituency Parliamentary Election will take place on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. The decision follows a ruling by the Tamale High Court on Monday, November 24, 2025, which directed that the election be conducted within 30 days. The move was further reinforced after the...
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Mahama Urges Special Prosecutor’s Office to Fast-Track Investigations
President John Dramani Mahama has urged the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to quicken its investigations and prove its relevance in Ghana’s anti-corruption drive. Addressing the National Peace Council at the Jubilee House in Accra on Wednesday, December 10, the President said calls for the abolition of the OSP were premature, despite ongoing controversies...
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Ghana Expels Three Israelis in Reciprocal Response to Deportation of Citizens
The Government of Ghana has deported three Israeli nationals in retaliation for what it described as the “ill-treatment and unjustified deportation” of Ghanaian citizens by Israeli authorities, a move aimed at upholding the dignity of its nationals abroad. In a statement issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on December 10, 2025, officials confirmed that...
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Mahama: Scrapping OSP premature, let’s give it time
President John Mahama has cautioned against moves to scrap the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), stressing that the institution remains vital to Ghana’s fight against corruption. During a courtesy visit by the National Peace Council at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, December 10, the President underscored the OSP’s unique role as the only anti-graft...