The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has scheduled Friday, October 10, 2025, for the balloting of positions for its upcoming January 31st Presidential Primary. In a letter dated October 7, 2025, and signed by Mr. William Yamoah, Secretary to the Presidential Elections Committee, the party extended invitations to aspirants to participate in the exercise, which will determine their placement on the ballot paper for the crucial primary. The balloting is expected to take place at the party’s national headquarters at Asylum Down, Accra, starting at 11:00 a.m. The invitation, copied to the General Secretary, Acting National Chairman, and the Chairman of...
Health Minister Dismisses HPV Vaccine Misinformation
Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has dismissed as “false and dangerous” claims circulating on social media that cast doubt on the safety of the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. He cautioned that such misinformation undermines public confidence in vaccines that play a critical role in preventing serious illnesses. Speaking at the official launch of the national HPV Vaccination Campaign in Osu on Wednesday, October 8, Mr. Akandoh appealed to parents and guardians to ensure that children—particularly girls between the ages of 9 and 14—receive the vaccine to help reduce the risk of cervical cancer in Ghana. He urged the public to...
National Security Council Condemns Rising Attacks on Security Personnel
The National Security Council has voiced grave concern over what it describes as an alarming surge in assaults on security officers and installations nationwide. This follows a series of violent incidents targeting uniformed personnel in recent weeks. On October 5, 2025, masked gunmen reportedly invaded Sampa in the Bono Region, firing shots during clashes between rival factions. A police officer was fatally wounded, while several others sustained injuries. Just two days earlier, on October 3, an officer of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) was killed and another injured in an armed assault at the Gbintri inland checkpoint in the East...
Police Launch Manhunt for Suspect Who Assaulted Officer in Garu
The Upper East Regional Police Command has begun a manhunt for a commercial tricycle rider accused of assaulting a police officer during a routine stop-and-search operation at Garu. According to a statement issued by the Regional Headquarters in Bolgatanga on October 7, 2025, the incident occurred the previous day along the Garu–Nakpanduri road, where officers and Community Protection Assistants (CPAs) were conducting checks. Police said the rider defied instructions by riding on the shoulders of the road and bypassing a checkpoint. When directed to stop and park properly for inspection, he allegedly refused and physically attacked the officer. “The suspect...
World Bank Upgrades Ghana’s 2025 Growth Outlook to 4.3%
The World Bank has revised Ghana’s 2025 economic growth forecast upward to 4.3 percent, from an earlier projection of 3.9 percent, reflecting renewed confidence in the country’s recovery path. The revision was announced in the October 2025 edition of Africa’s Pulse Report, released in Washington, D.C. The new forecast, however, remains just below the Government of Ghana’s 2025 Budget target of 4.4 percent. Ghana’s economy recorded strong momentum in the second quarter of 2025, expanding by 6.3 percent. Growth was driven largely by the services sector, which surged by 9.9 percent and contributed the most to overall GDP. Looking ahead,...
President Mahama Rewards UDS with GHC500,000 for Historic Football Achievement
President John Dramani Mahama has handed over a GHC500,000 monetary package to the University for Development Studies (UDS) in recognition of their outstanding triumph at the FISU World University Football Championship in China. UDS etched their name in history as the first African university to secure the global title. The victorious side paid a courtesy visit to the President at the Jubilee House, where they proudly displayed the trophy. During the meeting, President Mahama disclosed that government is creating a School Sports Authority to supervise and promote sports development from the basic school level through to the tertiary stage. “My...
Ghana Records 36 New Mpox Cases; National Tally Hits 657
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed 36 new cases of Mpox, bringing the country’s cumulative case count to 657 as of September 28, 2025. Health authorities say the latest figures reflect a steady rise in infections across several regions, underscoring the need for heightened vigilance and adherence to preventive measures. Mpox, a viral disease, spreads mainly through close contact with an infected person, including direct skin-to-skin contact, body fluids, or contaminated materials. Symptoms typically include fever, headache, muscle pain, swollen lymph nodes, and skin rashes. The GHS has urged the public to maintain good personal hygiene, wash hands regularly...
GoldBod Taskforce Nabs American, Moroccan and Four Ghanaians Over Illegal Gold Trade
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Taskforce has arrested six individuals, including an American and a Moroccan national, for engaging in illegal gold trading without the requisite lincence. The suspects — Smart Philander, an American citizen; Nina Elfseky, a Moroccan; and four Ghanaians identified as Nana Yaw Sarpong Boateng, Sowa Elisha, Evans Arhin, and Arnold Otutey — were picked up at the SSNIT Emporium, near Marina Mall in Accra, after weeks of surveillance and intelligence-led operations. According to the Taskforce, the group was caught attempting to buy and assay 2.1 kilogrammes of gold, valued at about GH¢2.2 million, without authorisation as...
Ghana Reaffirms Commitment to Refugee Protection at UNHCR Executive Committee
Ghana has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to protecting refugees and advancing durable solutions at the 76th Annual Plenary Session of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Executive Committee, held in Geneva. Delivering Ghana’s statement, the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mubarak, underscored the country’s long-standing tradition of hospitality and its dedication to upholding the ideals of the Global Compact for Refugees (GCR). He emphasized that Ghana continues to make significant progress in collaboration with countries of origin to ensure the effective implementation of all aspects of durable solutions, including their legal dimensions. Addressing the global refugee crisis,...
Ghanaian Delegation Joins Global Parliamentary Dialogue at 68th CPC in Barbados
Under the leadership of the Speaker of Parliament, Rt Hon Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, a distinguished Ghanaian parliamentary delegation is actively participating in the 68th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CPC) currently underway in Bridgetown, Barbados. The event, hosted by the Parliament of Barbados and the CPA Barbados Branch, commenced on Sunday, October 5, and has drawn over 500 delegates from across the Commonwealth. Held under the theme “The Commonwealth: A Global Partner”, the conference is a pivotal platform for parliamentary leaders, presiding officers, and decision-makers to deliberate on pressing global issues. Key workshop topics include strengthening democratic institutions, leveraging technology and...