The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has warned that persistent delays in clearing bulk and bagged goods at the Tema Port could compel importers to reroute cargo to Lomé, heightening risks of smuggling and revenue losses. In a statement dated December 29, the Association said the disruption is already straining supply chains and driving up costs across the food and beverage industry. “The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) urgently wishes to draw the attention of the Director General and Management of the Tema port, the Minister of Transport and the general public to the growing concern...
FABAG Warns of Food Supply Risks Amid Tema Port Delays
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG) has cautioned that ongoing delays at the Tema Port are jeopardizing the supply of essential food commodities such as rice and sugar, with possible repercussions for market prices and availability. In a statement issued on December 29, the Association said its members are experiencing “significant delays in the offloading and clearance of bulk and bagged goods at the Tema Port,” adding that the situation is “adversely affecting the supply chain and increasing operational costs for businesses.” FABAG attributed the bottlenecks to a shortage of casual labour required to discharge cargo from vessels....
Ministry Reassures PUWU: ECG Ownership Remains Public
The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has moved to clarify its position on the involvement of the private sector in the operations of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), following protests by the Public Utilities Workers’ Union (PUWU). In a statement issued Tuesday, the Ministry confirmed that Cabinet, under President John Dramani Mahama, approved Private Sector Participation (PSP) in ECG in April 2025 as part of a broader reform agenda. The initiative aims to improve billing, revenue collection, and service delivery, while reducing technical and commercial losses. “The Government of Ghana does not intend to, and will not, sell...
Fokuo: Sammy Gyamfi’s response to GoldBod $214m loss unfortunate
Member of Parliament for Manso Nkwanta, Tweneboa Kodua Fokuo, has described the response by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board, Sammy Gyamfi, to the reported $214 million loss under the Gold-for-Reserves programme as “unfortunate.” The statement follows Mr. Gyamfi’s preliminary response to claims made by the Minority in Parliament regarding the Bank of Ghana’s Gold-for-Reserves (G4R) programme. The Minority in Parliament had earlier called for a bipartisan inquiry into the losses, urging full disclosure of procurement practices, fees, and pricing formulas associated with GoldBod and the Bank of Ghana’s gold purchase programmes. Mr. Gyamfi has indicated that...
GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi Rebuts Minority’s Claims on BoG Gold Losses
Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, has dismissed accusations from the Minority Caucus regarding losses under the Bank of Ghana’s Gold for Reserves (G4R) program, insisting that the initiative is a forex-generation policy rather than a profit-making venture. In a Facebook post, Gyamfi rejected suggestions that he was “equalizing” past losses under the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration, arguing instead that he was exposing what he described as “hypocrisy and deliberate mischief.” Key Points from Gyamfi’s Statement 2024 Purchases Under NPP: BoG bought 45 tonnes of artisanal small-scale (ASM) gold through PMMC and Red Sapphire. Gold prices stood below...
GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi Defends BoG Over Gold for Reserves Losses
Chief Executive Officer of GoldBod, Sammy Gyamfi, has announced that he will formally respond on January 5, 2026 to issues surrounding the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) reported loss of $214 million under the Bank of Ghana’s Gold for Reserves (G4R) program. In a Facebook post, Gyamfi criticized the Minority Caucus for what he described as “uninformed and unfounded claims” made at a press conference earlier today. He provided what he called a “teaser” of audited and unaudited losses incurred by the Bank of Ghana from artisanal small-scale gold purchases under the G4R and Gold for Oil (G4O) programs. Breakdown of...
Two Dead as Anthony Joshua Rushed to Hospital After Highway Collision
British boxer Anthony Joshua has been rushed to hospital following a car crash in Nigeria that has reportedly claimed two lives. The former two-time world heavyweight champion suffered minor injuries in the collision, which occurred at 11am local time on Monday along the Lagos-Ibadan expressway, according to reports. A friend of Joshua said he is “ok but badly shaken up,” as unverified footage circulating online appears to show the 36-year-old topless and dazed in the passenger seat of a vehicle surrounded by broken glass. Joshua, who has Nigerian heritage, was holidaying in Africa just 10 days after his high-profile bout...
Police Gun Down Three Suspected Armed Robbers in Ashanti Region
The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has shot and killed three suspected armed robbers in a fierce gun battle aimed at foiling a planned highway attack along the Anwiankwanta–Obuasi Highway. The suspects, identified as Seidu Issah, Musah Yakubu, and Yahaya Munkaila, also known as Tijani, were gunned down on December 24, 2025 when they converged in a bush between Anwiankwanta and the Jacobu junction to stage an operation. Police say the gang opened fire on officers, who returned fire, killing the three while two others managed to escape. Recovered from the scene were two pump action guns loaded with ammunition,...
Police Arrest 141 in Major Cybercrime Crackdown
The Ghana Police Service has arrested 141 suspected cybercriminals in a large-scale, intelligence-led operation targeting cyber-enabled financial crimes in parts of the Greater Accra Region. According to a press release issued by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID), the arrests were carried out on December 27, 2025, during a joint security operation involving the Cyber Security Authority, National Security, and the Ghana Immigration Service. The suspects were picked up from identified cybercrime enclaves in Tabora and Lashibi. Police said preliminary investigations indicate that the suspects were part of coordinated cybercrime networks involved in a wide range of illegal activities, including mobile...
National Chief Imam Condemns Ho Central Mosque Shooting, Calls for Calm
The National Chief Imam of Ghana, Sheikh Dr. Osmanu Nuhu Sharubutu, has strongly condemned the shooting incident that occurred at the Central Mosque in Ho on Friday, December 26, 2025, describing the act as unfortunate and calling for restraint, justice and peaceful coexistence. In a statement issued on his behalf by Sheikh Dr. Abubakar Mohammed Marzuq Azindoo, the Chief Imam expressed deep sympathy to the families of the victims and the Muslim community in Ho, as well as to the entire nation. He described the incident as distressing and a threat to national peace and unity. The Chief Imam noted...