The Ghana Water Limited (GWL) has raised alarm over persistent challenges that continue to undermine reliable water supply across the country, pointing to poor revenue mobilisation and widespread illegal connections as major setbacks. According to the company, many consumers have failed to pay their water bills, while water theft through illegal connections is depriving GWL of the revenue needed to expand infrastructure and improve service delivery. Speaking in an exclusive interview with JoyNews, the Public Relations Officer of GWL, Stanley Martey, said the situation has made it increasingly difficult for the company to invest in critical projects required to meet growing...
Minority Demands Probe into $214m BoG Gold-for-Reserves Loss
The Minority in Parliament has called for a bipartisan ad-hoc investigation into the reported $214 million loss incurred by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) under the Gold-for-Reserves programme, warning that the matter raises serious concerns about accountability, transparency, and environmental governance. Addressing journalists in Accra on Monday, December 29, Ofoase Ayirebi MP, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, said the scale of the reported loss demands urgent and uncompromising scrutiny in the interest of the Ghanaian people. According to the Minority, the Gold-for-Reserves initiative—introduced to shore up Ghana’s foreign reserves and stabilise the cedi—has instead become clouded by opacity, with troubling questions surrounding...
TOR says structures in place to prevent another shutdown
The Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has assured Ghanaians and industry experts that firm structures have been put in place to guarantee a steady supply of crude oil, addressing one of the key challenges that previously stalled the refinery’s operations. Speaking on JoyNews, Corporate Affairs Officer of TOR, Godwin Mahama, said structured Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) have been signed to ensure that crude oil is consistently available to feed the refinery’s Crude Distillation Unit (CDU). “I want to assure everybody and all experts that structured MOUs have been signed to make sure that we don’t lack crude. So that at any...
Mr. Eazi calls on GTA to back $2m project
Nigerian singer, entrepreneur, and Detty Rave founder Mr. Eazi made a bold investment statement during his appearance at the Detty Rave concert, calling on the Ghana Tourism Authority to support his vision for a major entertainment infrastructure project in Ghana. Speaking on stage before a charged audience, Mr. Eazi revealed his interest in acquiring land to develop a purpose-built entertainment venue with both outdoor and indoor facilities. He disclosed that he is ready to commit an initial investment of up to $2 million to bring the vision to life. According to the artiste, the proposed project would significantly enhance Ghana’s...
Minister For Gender Joins National Roundtable To Accelerate Reduction In Maternal Mortality
Ghana has renewed its commitment to tackling maternal mortality, with the Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, urging coordinated national action to save women’s lives. Dr. Lartey was speaking at a high-level Maternal Mortality Roundtable convened by the Office of the President through the SDGs Advisory Unit, in collaboration with the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC). The event, held under the theme “No Woman Should Lose Her Life to Give a Life: Presidential Initiative to Accelerate Reduction in Maternal Mortality in Ghana,” brought together government officials,...
Ablakwa Awards 50 Scholarships to Tertiary Students Ahead of January Reopening
Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has extended his annual support for education by awarding 50 tertiary scholarships to students preparing to return to school in January 2026. The initiative, announced alongside his constituency’s Annual Christmas Party in Juapong, underscores the MP’s commitment to investing in the future of young people. More than 6,000 children attended the festive celebration, which has become a hallmark of his community engagement. According to Hon. Ablakwa, the scholarships are part of broader efforts to ease the financial burden on families and ensure that talented students are not denied access to...
Over 6,000 Children Join Ablakwa’s Annual Christmas Party in Juapong
The Annual Christmas Party hosted by the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, drew a record crowd this year, with more than 6,000 children from across the constituency gathering in Juapong for a day of celebration, fun, and festive cheer. The event, which has become a cherished tradition in the constituency, featured music, games, food, and gifts, creating a joyful atmosphere for children and families. Organizers described this year’s edition as “bigger, better, and more exciting,” reflecting the MP’s commitment to making the celebration inclusive and memorable. Hon. Ablakwa expressed his delight at the turnout, noting...
Latvia to Host Ghanaian Delegation in Nana Agyei Case, Ablakwa Confirms
The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has confirmed that the Latvian Foreign Ministry has officially responded to Ghana’s request for cooperation in the ongoing investigations surrounding the death of Ghanaian national Nana Agyei. According to the Minister, Latvian authorities have agreed to receive a Ghanaian delegation in Riga on January 20, 2026, to advance efforts in the pursuit of truth and justice. “This journey is a crucial step in ensuring accountability and transparency,” Ablakwa stated, reaffirming his commitment to providing regular updates to the public. He emphasized that the Mahama administration remains resolute in its duty to...
Dambai Gets Passport Application Centre: Mahama to Commission Facility Today
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is set to commission a new Passport Application Centre in Dambai today, marking a major milestone in expanding access to passport services across the Oti Region. The centre, which promises 24-hour operations and delivery within 15 days, will be officially opened by President John Dramani Mahama. He will be joined by Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Member of Parliament for North Tongu, and Hon. John Kwadwo Gyapong, Member of the Council of State representing the Oti Region. Designed to streamline passport processing, the facility offers reduced application fees, courier delivery options, and an e-tracking system. It...
Treasury Bills Oversubscribed for Fifth Consecutive Week
The government recorded a 19 percent oversubscription of treasury bills for the fifth week in a row, according to auction results released by the Bank of Ghana. The auction target was set at GH¢3.3 billion, but bids totaled GH¢3.95 billion, representing a 19.69 percent oversubscription. Of this, the government accepted GH¢3.89 billion. Breakdown of bids shows strong demand for the 91-day bill, which accounted for just over 61 percent of total subscriptions. GH¢2.449 billion was tendered, with GH¢2.447 billion accepted. For the 182-day bill, bids amounted to GH¢781.43 million, of which GH¢726.43 million was taken up. The 364-day bill recorded...