In a solemn and heartfelt tribute, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of Ghana journeyed to Bondo in Siaya County, Kenya, yesterday to honor the memory of the late Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, former Prime Minister of Kenya and revered champion of democracy across Africa. President Akufo-Addo was joined by senior officials of the Kenyan government and Gideon Moi, National Chairman of the Kanu Party, as they paid their final respects to Odinga, whose legacy as a statesman and reformist continues to resonate across the continent. Speaking during the visit, President Akufo-Addo described Odinga as a “beloved friend” and a...
Akufo-Addo Honored at DUA Forum, Calls for Inclusive Governance Across Africa
At the Democracy Union of Africa (DUA) forum held yesterday in Nairobi, Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of Ghana delivered a powerful address reaffirming the organization’s pivotal role in shaping the future of democratic governance across the continent. Speaking to a distinguished gathering of African leaders, policymakers, and civil society advocates, President Akufo-Addo emphasized the need for modernization in all spheres of African society — from production and distribution systems to inclusive governance frameworks. He called on member states to embrace reforms that prioritize equity and reject racism and ethnocentrism, describing these values as central to DUA’s mission. “DUA...
Government Ministries Face PAC Over Audit Infractions; Key Infrastructure Updates Revealed
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) convened on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, to scrutinize audit infractions involving the Ministries of Transport, Roads and Highways, and Finance, along with their affiliated agencies. The high-level session saw ministers and agency heads respond to pressing questions on financial accountability and infrastructure progress. Appearing before the Committee, Minister for Roads and Highways, Hon. Kwame Agbodza, announced that the long-awaited Kumasi by-pass project is back on track, with completion expected within 18 months. He confirmed that all outstanding debts to consultants and contractors have been cleared, paving the way for resumed construction. Hon. Agbodza also issued...
Air Force Officer Arrested for Alleged Assault at Burma Camp Pharmacy
A Ghana Air Force officer, Warrant Officer Class One (WO1) Mensah Williams, has been arrested by military police following an alleged assault on a young woman and a pharmacist at Burma Camp earlier this week. Sources within the Ghana Armed Forces confirmed that WO1 Williams, reportedly attached to the Office of the Chief of Staff, confronted the victims inside a pharmacy located within the military base. The incident, described by eyewitnesses as unprovoked, left both individuals visibly distressed. A video of the altercation, now circulating widely on social media, shows a tall, dark-complexioned man aggressively confronting the pharmacist before slapping...
BoG Projects Continued Inflation Decline as Cedi Strengthens
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has projected a further decline in inflation by the close of 2025, citing the sustained appreciation of the cedi and disciplined economic management as key drivers of the country’s disinflationary trend. Speaking at the launch of the Cedi@60 celebrations in Accra, Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama announced that headline inflation had dropped to 9.4% in September 2025, down from 23.5% at the beginning of the year. This marks the first time in four years that inflation has returned to the central bank’s medium-term target band of 8±2 percent. Dr. Asiama attributed the progress to a...
OSP Raids Trassaco Mansion, East Legon Offices in $94m MIIF Gold Trade Probe
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has intensified its probe into the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) gold trade programme, conducting high-profile searches in Accra that have already led to the seizure of luxury assets. The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) on Wednesday carried out court-sanctioned searches at two key locations in Accra as part of its ongoing investigation into alleged corruption linked to the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) gold trade programme. The searches targeted the Trassaco residence of businessman Nana Yaw Duodu, popularly known as Dr. Sledge, and the East Legon offices of Goldridge Company Limited....
Caregiver Arrested for Burning 7-Year-Old Girl at Mamobi
Police have arrested a 24-year-old caregiver, Ayisha Zakaria, for allegedly burning a seven-year-old girl with a heated metal spoon as punishment for bedwetting. The victim, identified as Amina, sustained severe burns on her private parts and inner thighs following the incident at Mamobi. The arrest, which took place Wednesday, October 29, 2025, comes after widespread public outrage and condemnation following Baina TV’s airing of the plight of the little girl. Police say the caregiver is still in custody as investigators demand two sureties before granting her bail. They added that if the conditions are not met, she will remain in...
Fisherman jailed 10 years for sexually assaulting 13-year-old girl
The Circuit Court Two in Cape Coast has sentenced a man, Samuel Armah, also known as Kofi Nyan, to 10 years’ imprisonment in hard labour for defilement. According to a statement issued by the Public Affairs Unit of the Ghana Police Service, Cape Coast, and signed by Acting Public Affairs Officer ASP Mr. Patrick Bentum, the case was heard on October 28, 2025, before Her Honour Nana Aba Quiba Nunoo. The court found Armah guilty after he pleaded guilty to the offence of defilement, which occurred on October 16, 2025, at Apam in the Central Region. The victim was initially...
Guardian Burns 7-Year-Old Girl with Heated Spoon at Mamobi
A seven-year-old girl has suffered severe burns after her guardian, identified as 24-year-old Ayisha Zakaria, allegedly pressed a heated spoon on her private parts as punishment for bedwetting. The disturbing incident, which occurred at Mamobi, has sparked outrage among residents and child rights advocates, with many calling for justice for the victim. According to reports, the case was first brought to light after school authorities noticed the child’s absence and probed further. The matter was subsequently reported to the Nima Division of the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU), leading to the arrest of the suspect last Thursday. However,...
Mahama Reaffirms Commitment to Stable Ghana Cedi at 60th Anniversary Celebration
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to ensuring a stable Ghanaian currency as the nation celebrates 60 years of the Ghana Cedi. In a statement shared on social media and highlighted by the Presidency Communications Directorate, President Mahama described the Bank of Ghana’s dedication to monetary stability and economic prosperity as “encouraging,” noting that his government’s focus remains on stability rather than strength of the cedi. “What we seek is a stable currency and not a strong Ghana Cedi,” President Mahama stated. “My administration is working to guarantee a stable Ghana Cedi to create a conducive environment...