The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama, has outlined a bold new vision to transform diaspora remittances into long-term investment capital for Ghana’s development. Speaking at the maiden Diaspora Roundtable in Alexandria, Virginia, on April 19, 2026, Dr. Asiama described the Ghanaian diaspora as a “strategic asset,” noting that remittances reached nearly US$7.8 billion in 2025, surpassing Foreign Direct Investment inflows. “Our next phase is not just about remittances. It is about turning diaspora income into long-term investment capital for Ghana,” he declared. The Governor explained that the Bank is advancing policies to expand formal remittance...
Police Rescue Abducted Nine-Year-Old, Arrest Female Suspect
The Eastern Regional Police Command has announced the rescue of a nine-year-old girl who was abducted in Agormanya Zongo, Odumase-Krobo District, and the arrest of a female suspect in connection with the incident. According to the police, the victim was reported missing by her father on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Following swift investigations and intelligence gathering, officers from the Odumase-Krobo District Command, with support from Bureau of National Investigations (BNI) personnel, intercepted the suspect at the Accra International Airport on Monday, April 20, 2026. The victim was rescued and reunited with her father. The suspect, identified as 36-year-old Regina Mamle...
Bank of Ghana Governor Engages Content Creators on Service Export Proceeds
The National Chairman of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), Johnson Asiedu Nketia, has dismissed claims that his nationwide ‘thank you tour’ was a political strategy for a future presidential bid. He said the tour was to express gratitude to party faithful, chiefs and supporters for their support and hard work towards the party’s victory in the 2024 general elections. Speaking in Lambussie, Mr Nketia described the tour as a fulfilment of a campaign promise to return and thank constituents if the NDC won. He noted that some party members had criticised the move as unprecedented for a national chairman...
Ghana Approves New Visa Waiver Agreements with Three Countries
The Government of Ghana has approved new visa waiver agreements with Antigua and Barbuda, the Maldives, and Zambia as part of efforts to expand travel opportunities and strengthen diplomatic relations. Foreign Affairs Minister, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced the development in a statement on Wednesday, April 22, noting that Cabinet had given its approval the previous day. The agreements cover holders of all categories of passports—ordinary, service, and diplomatic. Under the arrangement, Ghanaians and citizens of the three countries will be able to undertake visits of up to 30 days per trip without requiring visas. Parliament is expected to ratify...
PAC Warns Assemblies Against Misuse of MPs and PWDs Funds
The Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Hon. Abena Osei Asare, has cautioned District and Municipal Assemblies to desist from diverting monies allocated to Members of Parliament (MPs) and People With Disabilities (PWDs) accounts to finance their “emergency activities.” She issued the warning during the Committee’s second Zonal Public Hearing in Kumasi to examine the 2024 Auditor-General’s Report. The hearing revealed that misapplication of funds remains a recurring infraction among several Assemblies, with some reportedly using PWD allocations to cover expenses such as Independence Day celebrations and retirement packages for Assembly members. Hon. Samuel Atta Mills, Ranking Member of...
Parliament’s Energy Committee Commends Cylinder Manufacturing Company
The Chairman of Parliament’s Energy Committee, Hon. Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, has lauded the Ghana Cylinder Manufacturing Company (GCMC) for its renewed efforts to revitalize operations and enhance performance. Speaking during a working visit, Hon. Bedzrah noted that the company has embarked on measures to retool its facilities and restore full productivity. He revealed that GCMC has already secured a contract to export products to the West African market and currently commands an estimated 30 percent share of the domestic market. The Committee, he said, will submit recommendations to the Ministry of Finance to expedite approval processes for funding support to...
Ghana, Sierra Leone Hold Technical Session to Deepen Bilateral Cooperation
Senior officials from Ghana and Sierra Leone convened in Accra on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, for the Technical Session of the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC), reaffirming their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations. Delivering her remarks, Ambassador Khadija Iddrisu, Chief Director of Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Co-Chairperson of the session, recalled the historical ties between the two nations, built on mutual respect and cooperation. She noted that the meeting marked the activation of a mechanism established in 2013 to provide a structured platform for dialogue. Ambassador Khadija emphasized the importance of focusing on priority sectors including trade...
High Court Grants GH₵30 Million Bail to Abu Trica
The High Court has granted bail of GH₵30 million with two justified sureties to Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, in a major development in his ongoing extradition case. The ruling, confirmed by his lawyer Oliver Barker-Vormawor in a Facebook post on Tuesday, comes after months of unsuccessful attempts by the defence to secure his release while contesting the legal basis of the proceedings. Background to the Case Abu Trica, a Ghanaian social media personality and businessman, was arrested on December 11, 2025, in a joint operation involving Ghanaian and United States law enforcement agencies. He is accused of...
CAGD Refutes Social Media Allegations of Unearned Salaries
The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has dismissed claims circulating on social media alleging that a senior civil servant at the Ministry of Defence received unearned salaries amounting to GHS427 million over a 29-month period. In a statement issued on April 20, 2026, the Department described the allegations as false and misleading, stressing that Ghana’s payroll system is designed with strict controls to prevent irregular payments. The release outlined four key safeguards within the payroll process: Salaries are processed strictly according to approved pay structures for eligible employees. Monthly payments are made only after online validation by heads of covered...
GES Releases Funds for 2026 WASSCE Practicals
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has announced the release of funds to cover the cost of practical examinations for the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). In a statement signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations, GES confirmed that all Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) across the country have received allocations to ensure that practical exams are fully supported with the necessary materials and resources. The Service explained that the move is aimed at facilitating a smooth and well-coordinated examination process while easing the financial burden on parents and guardians. Regional, district,...