The Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has announced that a group of international specialists has landed in the region to support inquiries into the devastating military helicopter crash that took place on August 6, 2025. The fatal incident occurred within the Dampia Range Forest Reserve, close to Brofoyedru-Sikaman in the Adansi Akrofrom District. Among the victims were the Defence Minister, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, and the Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, along with six additional individuals. Dr. Amoakohene stated that he has guided the investigative team toward relevant authorities and emphasized that their...
Ghana, Singapore ready to chart a new path of prosperity – Ablakwa
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that Ghana and Singapore are ready to chart a new path of prosperity, progress, and transformation. He reiterated that Singapore gave Ghana hope, inspiration and had defied all the economic theories about needing a big population to make it, becoming a transformed and progressive country. “You celebrated your 60th anniversary not long ago, Ghana will be 70 in 2027, and is determined to walk in the footsteps of Singapore to transform Ghana,” Mr. Ablakwa stated in his remarks at the Ghana-Singapore Business Dialogue 2025 in Singapore City. The event was on...
Parents of Teenager Who Took His Own Life Sue OpenAI
A California couple are suing OpenAI over the death of their teenage son, alleging its chatbot, ChatGPT, encouraged him to take his own life. The lawsuit was filed by Matt and Maria Raine, parents of 16-year-old Adam Raine, in the Superior Court of California on Tuesday. It is the first legal action accusing OpenAI of wrongful death. The family included chat logs between Adam, who died in April, and ChatGPT that show him explaining he has suicidal thoughts. They argue the programme validated his “most harmful and self-destructive thoughts”. In a statement, OpenAI told the BBC it was reviewing the...
I’m cool on the outside, but don’t underestimate my inner result – Dr. Bawumia
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President and the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 presidential nominee, has emphasized that his approach to leadership is rooted in effectiveness and endurance not in bluster or coercion. Speaking to party loyalists after submitting his nomination documents at the NPP’s headquarters in Accra, Dr. Bawumia underscored that his composed demeanor should not be mistaken for frailty. “I am cool on the outside, but do not underestimate my inner strength. That is what I bring to the leadership of the NPP and the leadership of Ghana. That is what makes a leader balanced and formidable,” he...
Dr. Bawumia Submits Nomination to Contest NPP’s 2028 Presidential Ticket
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has officially entered the race for the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2028 presidential candidacy by submitting his nomination forms. The scene at the NPP’s national office in Accra was transformed into a festive celebration, as throngs of passionate supporters gathered in anticipation of Dr. Bawumia’s arrival. Dressed in the party’s signature white and blue colors, the crowd sported customized shirts, waved party flags, and moved to the rhythm of a vibrant brass band, creating an atmosphere charged with energy and enthusiasm. The occasion evolved into more than just a procedural step—it became a powerful...
Bawumia Urges NPP to Embrace True Unity for 2028 Victory
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, former Vice President and the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer for the 2024 presidential race, has appealed to party members to wholeheartedly commit to unity if they hope to triumph in the 2028 national elections. Speaking to enthusiastic supporters after submitting his nomination documents at the NPP’s headquarters in Accra, Dr. Bawumia emphasized that the shared ambition among party faithful is to secure victory in 2028—but that goal hinges on authentic togetherness. “Dear delegate, the most important desire in the hearts of all our colleagues is a win in 2028. We have to put our best foot...
Evanex Gold Enterprise License Suspended Over Alleged Illegal Trading
The Ghana Gold Board (Goldbod) has officially suspended the operating license of Evanex Gold Enterprise, a Tier 2 licensed gold buying firm, following adverse findings from an ongoing investigation into illegal gold trading activities. In a press statement issued on Thursday, August 28, GoldBod directed all licensed traders, miners, and the general public to desist from conducting or engaging in any form of gold transaction with Evanex Gold Enterprise. According to the statement, the suspension is in line with the terms and conditions governing the company’s license and forms part of broader efforts to sanitise the gold trading sector and...
Ghana and Singapore Forge Partnership to Advance Cross-Border Payment Systems Under AfCFTA
President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that Ghana and Singapore will work together to establish interoperable cross-border payment frameworks designed to enhance trade and attract investment within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). This strategic collaboration was formalized during bilateral discussions with Singapore’s President Tharman Shanmugaratnam, held as part of Ghana’s official visit to the Southeast Asian nation. Addressing the media on Thursday, August 28, President Mahama underscored the need for fluid financial exchanges to complement the AfCFTA’s goals of unrestricted movement of goods and people. “It is not enough to allow free movement of people and goods. Cross-border...
Kenyan Activist Boniface Mwangi Declares 2027 Presidential Ambition
Renowned Kenyan human rights advocate Boniface Mwangi, known for his outspoken stance against government policies and leadership, announced on Wednesday his intention to contest the presidency in Kenya’s 2027 general election. His entry into the race will serve as a litmus test for whether the widespread youth-led demonstrations over the past two years can evolve into a viable political movement. Mwangi previously vied for a parliamentary seat in 2017, campaigning on a strong anti-corruption message, but did not win. Over the years, he has built a reputation for challenging human rights abuses both within Kenya and internationally. “Our leadership has...
Ghanaian Youth Lead the Charge in Sustainable Innovation at UK-Ghana Summit
On August 27, following global observances of International Youth Day, emerging leaders from across Ghana convened for the third annual UK-Ghana Young Leaders Summit. The event celebrated youth-driven innovation and eco-conscious design strategies. Centered around the theme “Showcasing Youth as Designers of Change,” the summit spotlighted how sustainable design can offer solutions to some of Ghana’s most urgent environmental issues. The gathering also marked 80 years of British design excellence and offered a glimpse into the upcoming World Design Congress in the UK, scheduled for next month. During the summit, the Design Council UK presented insights from its Design for...