Ghana’s steady movement toward price stability with annual inflation easing to 9.4% in September 2025 has been accompanied by a focused set of proposals from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) aimed at consolidating these improvements. During a presentation to key stakeholders, Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu outlined specific measures for households, businesses, and policymakers to sustain the disinflation trend and reinforce long-term economic recovery. For households, the advice was straightforward and practical: “take advantage of the falling inflation to plan ahead.” This means creating smarter budgets, cutting back on non-essential expenses, and setting aside even modest savings to cushion against...
Petition Filed to Remove Justice Kulendi Over Alleged Misconduct in Ambulance Case
A new petition has been filed demanding the removal of Supreme Court Justice Emmanuel Yonny Kulendi over claims of misconduct and conflict of interest in the ongoing ambulance procurement trial involving Minority Leader Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson. The petitioner alleges that Justice Kulendi breached judicial ethics by engaging in matters linked to the prosecution of his cousin, even though he is not directly presiding over the case. According to the complaint, Justice Kulendi is accused of improperly interfering in High Court proceedings in the case of Republic v. Cassiel Ato Forson & 2 Others. “This conduct violates several provisions of...
President Mahama Commissions 11 New Ghanaian Envoys
President John Dramani Mahama has formally inducted 11 newly appointed Ghanaian envoys who will serve as Ambassadors and High Commissioners in various countries around the world. The commissioning ceremony, held in Accra on Wednesday, October 1, followed the receipt of agrément (formal consent) from the respective host nations throughout September 2025. All the appointees are non-career diplomats, chosen to advance Ghana’s interests abroad under the current administration. Those sworn in include: Mr. Kwesi Ahwoi – Ambassador to Serbia Mr. Kojo Choi – Ambassador to South Korea Captain (Rtd.) George Kofi Nfojoh – High Commissioner to Togo Prof. Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh...
Mahama Launches Cyber Security Awareness Month, Inaugurates 18-Member Committee
President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated an 18-member Joint National Cyber Security Committee (JCC) as part of activities marking the launch of the 2025 National Cyber Security Awareness Month. The ceremony, held at Burma Camp in Accra, brought together senior government officials, security chiefs, and representatives of intelligence agencies. Speaking on the theme “Building a Safe, Informed and Accountable Digital Space,” President Mahama underscored the importance of a coordinated national response to the growing threat of cybercrime. “Cybersecurity must not be fragmented. It demands unity of purpose, a clear strategy, and disciplined education. Cyber‑crime ignores borders,” the President said, stressing...
DRC Military Court Sentences Former President Joseph Kabila to Death in Absentia
A military tribunal in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has handed down a death sentence in absentia to former President Joseph Kabila, convicting him of multiple serious offenses including treason, crimes against humanity, murder, sexual assault, torture, and insurrection. Delivering the ruling on Tuesday, presiding judge Lieutenant General Joseph Mutombo Katalayi stated: “In applying Article 7 of the Military Penal Code, it imposes a single sentence, namely the most severe one, which is the death penalty.” Kabila, who governed the DRC from 2001 to 2019, left the country in 2023 but was recently seen in Goma, a city...
Nkoko Nkitinkiti: Government prepares GHC200m poultry initiative to reduce imports
The Government of Ghana has reiterated its commitment to roll out the long-awaited ‘Nkoko Nkitinkiti’ Programme in the first week of October, an initiative aimed at cutting the country’s heavy dependence on imported poultry, which drains over $300 million annually. Under the scheme, the state will acquire 3 million birds for distribution nationwide. Each constituency is set to receive 10,000 birds at no cost, while 50 commercial-scale farmers will be allocated 80,000 birds in total. Medium-scale farmers will also benefit, with allocations ranging from 1,000 to 3,000 birds each. According to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, commercial and medium-scale...
Ghana AIDS Commission to Roll Out HIV Preventive Drug in 2026
The Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has revealed plans to introduce an HIV preventive drug in 2026 as part of its strategy to reduce the spread of the virus, which saw over 15,000 new infections recorded last year. Speaking on Tuesday, September 30, the Commission’s Director-General, Dr. Prosper Akanbong, said the initiative is designed not only to strengthen prevention measures but also to enhance Ghana’s capacity for local pharmaceutical production. “As a country, we have already put the vaccine as a main component of our HIV prevention programme. Initially, we will secure it from outside, but with the pharmacy organisations that...
Ghana’s U.S. Mission Urges Citizens to Respect Immigration Rules
Ghana’s Embassy in the United States has advised nationals to strictly comply with American immigration laws and avoid overstaying their visas, cautioning that any misuse of the recently reinstated visa benefits could negatively affect the broader Ghanaian community. Speaking on behalf of Ghana’s Ambassador to the U.S., Victor Emmanuel Smith, the Deputy Head of Mission, Jane Gasu Aheto, delivered the message during the 40th anniversary celebration of the GaDangme Association in Washington. She revealed that the U.S. has relaxed its visa restrictions for Ghanaians, allowing qualified applicants to now secure multiple-entry visas valid for up to five years. This marks...
Abronye honours NPP summons, demands live telecast to prove Ken Agyapong’s ‘anti-Christ’ conduct
The Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwame Baffoe Abronye, has confirmed that he has been invited to appear before the party’s National Disciplinary Committee. In a statement issued on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, Mr. Abronye disclosed that the invitation was extended by the General Secretary of the party, Lawyer Justin Frimpong Kodua. According to him, the summons is in connection with allegations he has made against Assin Central MP, Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, which he insists have the potential to undermine the cohesion and integrity of the party. Mr. Abronye, who signed the statement in his capacity...
NPP Refers Abronye DC to Disciplinary Committee Over Misconduct Allegations
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially referred its Bono Regional Chairman, Mr. Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, to the National Disciplinary Committee over allegations of misconduct, defamation, and gross indiscipline. In a statement issued by the party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, the NPP explained that a petition had been submitted outlining various actions by Abronye DC that the party considered not only unbecoming of a senior member but also harmful to the image and unity of the organisation. Key AllegationsThe petition cites three major concerns: Defamation of a Senior Party Member – Abronye DC is alleged...