Ghana has commemorated World AIDS Day 2025 against the backdrop of troubling statistics revealing that more than 334,700 citizens are currently living with HIV. Data from 2024 recorded over 15,200 new infections and 12,600 AIDS-related deaths, underscoring the persistent public health challenge the epidemic poses nationwide. In a statement issued on Monday, December 1, government described the occasion as a moment for reflection, solidarity, and renewed determination to achieve an AIDS-free Ghana. The global theme for this year, “Overcoming disruption, transforming the AIDS response”, highlights the importance of building resilient health systems capable of sustaining services during crises. Ghana’s national...
Petitions Against EC Boss and Special Prosecutor Sent to Chief Justice
Minister of State for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has confirmed that petitions calling for the removal of the Electoral Commission (EC) Chairperson, her two deputies, and the Special Prosecutor have been formally received and forwarded to the Chief Justice for further consideration. Speaking on Joy Midday News, Kwakye Ofosu stated: “Every process that needed to be done has been undertaken. The process for doing so is quite clear. At this stage, the process has left the hands of the president beyond conveying the petitions to the Chief Justice. There’s little else that the president does in this particular instance....
Minority Slams Tamale High Court Over Kpandai Election Ruling
The Minority in Parliament has accused the Tamale High Court of stalling the appeal process in the Kpandai election dispute after presiding judge, Justice Emmanuel Bart Plange Brew, failed to issue the written judgment that overturned the constituency’s 2024 parliamentary results. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin noted that the judge had pledged in open court to deliver the detailed ruling on Friday, November 28, 2025 — a deadline that passed without explanation. The Minority voiced its concerns in a statement released on Monday, December 1, 2025. The caucus insists the written judgment is essential for Mathew Nyindam, who was declared winner...
GES Sets Records Straight on 2025 WASSCE Results Amid Public Debate
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has released an official statement addressing what it describes as growing misconceptions and misinformation surrounding the recently released 2025 WASSCE results. The statement, issued on 1st December 2025 by the Public Relations Unit at the GES Headquarters, aims to provide clarity and reinforce public confidence in the credibility of the examinations. According to the release, management has observed heightened public discussions following the publication of the results and believes it is important to provide accurate information to foster balanced national conversation. GES strongly refuted claims made by the immediate past Minister for Education, Dr. Yaw...
10 Petitions Seek Removal of Special Prosecutor, EC Chair and Deputies
President John Dramani Mahama has received ten separate petitions calling for the dismissal of key public officials appointed under Article 70 of the 1992 Constitution. The petitions target two major institutions — the Electoral Commission (EC) and the Office of the Special Prosecutor (SP). Electoral Commission: Seven petitions have been lodged against EC Chairperson Jean Mensa and her two deputies — Dr. Bossman Eric Asare, responsible for Corporate Services, and Samuel Tettey, in charge of Operations. Special Prosecutor: Three petitions demand the removal of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng. All petitions have been forwarded to the Chief Justice, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie,...
Asantehene to Deliver Final Ruling on Bawku Chieftaincy Conflict Today
The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, is expected to issue his concluding verdict on the long-standing Bawku chieftaincy conflict today, Monday, December 1, at the Manhyia Palace. Earlier this year, President John Dramani Mahama entrusted the Asantehene with the responsibility of spearheading renewed efforts to resolve the decades-old dispute. Otumfuo’s role in this latest peace initiative began in April, when he engaged delegations from the rival factions between April 28 and 30, reopening dialogue and laying the groundwork for constructive negotiations. Although discussions were briefly suspended, they resumed on May 13. At that time, the Asantehene observed that the talks...
Petrol, Diesel, LPG Prices to Climb Marginally Starting Today
The cost of petroleum products is projected to rise modestly at fuel stations starting today, December 1. This forecast was highlighted in the latest outlook report from the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), which serves as a guide for pricing decisions by oil marketing firms . Petrol: Prices are expected to climb between 1.97% and 3.30%, pushing the cost per litre to GH¢12.91. Diesel: Anticipated to rise between 2.85% and 5.15%, with the pump price per litre reaching about GH¢13.37. Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG): Could see an increase of up to 3.10% per kilogram, bringing the price to around...
Police Arrest Woman Seen in Viral Assault Video
The Ghana Police Service has arrested two suspects in connection with a viral video showing a woman assaulting a man. According to a statement, the arrests were carried out on Thursday, November 27, 2025, by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team. The female suspect, identified as Esther Nana Afia Sarfowaa, was picked up at Subriso in the Ahafo Ano North Constituency of the Ashanti Region. A second suspect, Stephen Ofori, was also arrested at Nkawie in the Ashanti Region for his alleged involvement in the incident. Police say both suspects are currently in custody, while efforts...
NMCG Clarifies Position on Muslim Students in Mission Schools
The National Muslim Conference of Ghana (NMCG) has clarified that Muslim students in government-assisted mission schools are not demanding the construction of mosques on campuses, but are simply seeking the right to freely observe their faith. According to the Conference, Muslim students only wish to be allowed to pray, fast, and refrain from compulsory participation in church activities. The clarification comes in response to a joint statement issued by the Christian Council of Ghana (CCG) and the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC). In a statement released under the leadership of the National Chief Imam, the NMCG expressed concern over the...
NPP Rejects Court-Ordered Kpandai Rerun, Blames NDC for Interference
The Northern Regional Executive Committee of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has declared its opposition to the High Court’s decision annulling the Kpandai parliamentary election, with the party’s Communications Director, Mr. Danjuma, describing the judgment as a “grave miscarriage of electoral justice” and an “affront to democracy.” Mr. Danjuma insisted that Honourable Matthew Nyindam remains the legitimately elected Member of Parliament, a position he said has been affirmed by the party leadership, the Minority Caucus, and the Speaker of Parliament. He stressed that the NPP will pursue every available legal avenue to defend the seat, urging supporters to respond with...