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 body with full prosecutorial independence. “I think it’s premature to call for the closure of that office,” President Mahama stated. “The distinctive feature of that office is that it is the only anti-corruption agency empowered to prosecute cases directly without relying on the Attorney-General.” He...
GES Condemns Assault on Teacher at Kade Senior High Technical School
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has strongly condemned an assault on a teacher of Kade Senior High Technical School , describing the act as unacceptable and assuring the public that appropriate sanctions will be applied. In an immediate release signed by the Head of Public Relations, Daniel Fenyi, GES said its attention was drawn to a video circulating on social media showing the attack on a teacher, identified as Mr. Michael Quayson, by some students of the school. According to the statement, the incident occurred on Saturday, October 5, 2025, during an invigilation session for the Christian Religious Studies (CRS)...
Supreme Court Dismisses NAM 1’s Bid to Halt Trial
The Supreme Court has thrown out an application filed by Nana Appiah Mensah, widely known as NAM 1, which sought to overturn earlier decisions of the High Court and Court of Appeal in his ongoing criminal case. The ruling clears the way for the trial to proceed without further delay. NAM 1, former Chief Executive Officer of the now-defunct Menzgold Ghana Limited, is facing several charges, including operating without a gold trading licence, fraudulent breach of trust, defrauding by false pretence, and money laundering. In 2024, the High Court ordered him to open his defence, a directive he has repeatedly...
President Mahama Signs Bill to Repeal COVID-19 Levy
President John Dramani Mahama has signed into law a bill repealing the COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy, fulfilling a major campaign promise to scrap what he described as a burdensome and confusing tax. The announcement was made in a statement by the Presidency Communications, accompanied by photos of the President assenting to the bill at the Flagstaff House on Tuesday. According to the statement, the repeal takes immediate effect and is aimed at easing the tax burden on households and businesses, particularly in the wake of ongoing economic challenges. “The repeal of the COVID-19 levy is in fulfilment of my promise...
Final Funeral Rites for Dr. Edward Omane Boamah Set for December 13
The concluding funeral rites for Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, former Minister of Defence and ex-Director of Elections and IT of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), are scheduled for Saturday, December 13, 2025. An official statement from the Presidency indicates that the service will commence at 12:00 noon at Jackson’s Park in Koforidua. The event is expected to draw family members, government dignitaries, party leaders, and members of the public, all gathering to pay their last respects to the distinguished statesman. Dr. Omane Boamah met his untimely death on August 6, 2025, in a military helicopter crash that claimed the lives...
Ghana Promotes Investment Opportunities in Washington as Attendees Urge Expansion Across U.S.
Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, H.E. Victor Emmanuel Smith, has reaffirmed the nation’s commitment to attracting American investment as the Embassy hosted the inaugural Investing in Ghana Business Forum in Washington, D.C. The high-level event, held at Norton Rose Fulbright, convened U.S. business leaders, investors, and policy stakeholders for dialogue on Ghana’s investment climate, economic priorities, and emerging opportunities across key sectors. Senior Ghanaian officials—including the Minister for Agriculture, the Minister for Energy, the Deputy CEO of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), and the Minister for Tourism (joining virtually)—participated in discussions and a Q&A session that allowed attendees...
GWCL Says Tariff Increase Won’t Guarantee 24/7 Water Flow
The Ghana Water Company Limited (GWCL) says it will keep working to maintain water flow across the country, but Ghanaians should not expect round-the-clock supply under the current tariff regime. Speaking on PM Express, the company’s PRO, Stanley Martey, said the new 15.92% tariff approved by the PURC is far too little to sustain the level of investment required to guarantee uninterrupted water. Responding to the regulator’s claim that the increment was meant to balance affordability and operational needs, he said the PURC itself acknowledges that the figure is inadequate. “I think Dr Shaffic Suleman has explained everything and explained...
Gov’t Condemns Alleged Ill-Treatment of Ghanaians at Tel Aviv Airport
The Government of Ghana has strongly protested the alleged ill-treatment of Ghanaian travellers by Israeli authorities at the Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv, describing the actions as unacceptable and deeply humiliating. In a press release issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, government said it had received reports that some Ghanaian nationals were deliberately targeted, detained and subjected to inhumane treatment upon arrival in Israel on Sunday, December 7, 2025. According to the statement, at least seven Ghanaians were held by Israeli officials without justifiable cause. Among them were four members of a Parliamentary delegation...
Roads Ministry Rolls Out Reforms to Ensure Quality Bitumen Supply
The Ministry of Roads and Highways has announced sweeping reforms to tackle the use of substandard bitumen in road construction, pledging stronger oversight and accountability across the sector. At a stakeholder meeting held Tuesday, Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Agbodza, underscored government’s determination to guarantee durable and cost-effective road infrastructure under the flagship “Big Push” projects. “Government is committed to ensuring that only high-quality bitumen is used in the country’s road sector, especially with the ‘Big Push’ projects. We are determined to institute a clear policy direction and a robust regulatory oversight that guarantees durable, cost-effective road infrastructure...
Roads Minister Warns Against Financial Indiscipline, Inaugurates Advisory Board
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Governs Agbodza, has inaugurated the Ministry’s Ministerial Advisory Board, cautioning against financial recklessness in the sector. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony on Tuesday, December 9, the Minister disclosed that in 2024 alone, contracts worth more than GH¢30 billion were awarded without commencement authorisation certificates, a practice he described as “unacceptable and unsustainable.” Mr Agbodza further revealed that the Ministry is weighed down by debts exceeding GH¢40 billion for completed works yet to be paid, leaving many contractors in financial distress. “We are also in huge debt in excess of GHS40 billion for work...