The Ashanti Regional Police Command has mounted a manhunt for armed robbers who attacked passengers along the Ahyiresu–Kwame Dwumor Sreso (KDS) road in the Nyinahini District on Sunday night, April 12, 2026, resulting in the death of Berekum Chelsea footballer Dominic Frimpong. According to a police statement issued on April 13, the incident occurred at about 10:30 pm when a VIP bus carrying about thirty players and officials of Berekum Chelsea from Samreboi to Berekum came under attack by six armed men, three of whom were wielding pump-action guns. In an attempt to escape, the bus skidded into a bush....
GFA Commiserates with Berekum Chelsea Following Armed Robbery Attack and Tragic Passing of Dominic Frimpong
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has expressed profound shock and sorrow at the tragic passing of Dominic Frimpong, a player of Berekum Chelsea Football Club, following a reported armed robbery attack on the team. The incident, which occurred as the club was returning from a Ghana Premier League fixture, has sent shockwaves across the football fraternity. In a statement, the GFA extended heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, his teammates, technical staff, management, and the entire Berekum Chelsea community during this difficult time. “This tragic incident is not only a huge loss to Berekum Chelsea but also to...
Ghana, Ukraine Deepen Agricultural Cooperation
Ghana and Ukraine have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral ties, with a renewed focus on agricultural cooperation aimed at enhancing food security. On Friday, April 10, 2026, Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP), met with Ukraine’s Deputy Minister of Economy, Environment and Agriculture, Mr. Denys Bashlyk, to take stock of progress made under an understanding between the two countries. During the meeting, Honourable Ablakwa underscored Ghana’s readiness to provide a conducive business environment for investment, noting the country’s ambition to become an agrarian hub. He also conveyed his gratitude to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy for granting...
Lordina Foundation Donates to Youth Singles Rally
The Ministry of Gender, Children, and Social Protection, on behalf of H.E. Mrs. Lordina Mahama and the Lordina Foundation, has made a significant donation to support this year’s Youth Singles Rally, held on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at the Assemblies of God Glory Chapel in Sakumono. The donation, presented by Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, Minister for Gender, Children, and Social Protection, comprised essential relief items including bags of rice, cartons of sardines, cooking oil, and a cash contribution of GH¢100,000. The support was aimed at enhancing the experience of participants and ensuring the success of the annual gathering....
President Mahama Cabinet Moves to Cushion Ghanaians Against Rising Fuel Prices
In a decisive response to mounting public concern over escalating fuel costs, President John Dramani Mahama’s Cabinet has announced a series of measures aimed at easing the financial burden on citizens. At its latest meeting, Cabinet directed the Ministers for Finance and Energy to immediately remove selected taxes and margins on petroleum products. The directive is expected to take effect in the next pricing window, approximately one week from now, and will remain in place for an initial period of four weeks. Officials say the move is designed to bring down pump prices and provide short-term relief to households and...
Vice President Launches Mfantsipim’s 150th Anniversary Celebrations
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has officially launched the 150th anniversary celebrations of Mfantsipim School, hailing the institution as a cornerstone in shaping Ghana’s intellectual and leadership heritage. Addressing a packed gathering, the Vice President underscored the school’s enduring legacy of excellence, discipline, and character formation. She noted that generations of students who have passed through Mfantsipim have made significant contributions to national development, with its influence extending across families and communities. Reflecting on the school’s traditions, she referenced the longstanding and respectful rivalry between Mfantsipim and Adisadel College, describing it as a healthy engagement that exemplifies values of intellectual...
Gender Ministry Extends Support to Domestic Abuse Survivor
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection has intensified its efforts to safeguard and empower survivors of domestic abuse, with renewed support for Ms. Harriet Amuzu, who was rescued last year following reports of severe abuse. The Ministry’s swift intervention at the time led to her rescue and the initiation of legal proceedings, which remain ongoing in court. Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, personally engaged Ms. Amuzu during the process, reaffirming government’s commitment to her safety, recovery, and pursuit of justice. Beyond the immediate rescue, the Ministry has continued to provide...
Sachet Water Packaging Manufacturers Appeal for Government Relief
Manufacturers of sachet water packaging have appealed to government for support, after deciding to maintain current prices despite rising production costs. The call was made by the President of the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers’ Association, Ebbo Botwe, at a press conference in Accra on Wednesday, April 8, 2026. “We hope that the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry will pass on this good message to His Excellency the President and so we’ll also get some reliefs as we may deserve,” Mr. Botwe stated. He explained that producers had initially planned to adjust prices due to the rising cost of polymers used...
Firefighters Contain Hostel Blaze at Ashaley Botwe
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has brought under control a major fire that broke out at a hostel in Ashaley Botwe, near the International God’s Way Church, in the early hours of Thursday, 9th April 2026. The blaze, which engulfed a two-storey, 30-room apartment building, was first reported at 05:45 hours. Firefighters from the Adentan Fire Station, led by ADO I Ackon, were dispatched within a minute and arrived at the scene at 05:56 hours to find the structure well alight. Reinforcements from Madina and Legon Fire Stations joined the operation, and by 07:46 hours the fire was successfully...
Police Arrest Suspect in Adjin Kotoku Market Shooting
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting incident that occurred at the Adjin Kotoku Onion Market on 5th April 2026. According to a statement, surveillance officers from the Special Operations Assistant (SOA) to the Inspector General of Police were deployed to the area following the disturbance. The team conducted an intelligence-led operation to track down those involved. On 8th April 2026, at about 3:00 p.m., officers arrested Inusah Seidu, aged 40, from his hideout at Adjin Kotoku. He is believed to have played a role in the shooting incident. Police confirmed that Seidu is...