The Ghana Education Service (GES) has officially released funds to all Senior High Schools (SHS) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTS) nationwide to support the conduct of practical examinations for the 2025 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE). According to GES, the initiative aims to ensure that all scheduled practical exams are adequately resourced with the necessary materials, while also easing the financial burden on parents and guardians. The funding is expected to facilitate a smooth and well-organized examination process, allowing students to concentrate fully on their academic work. In an official release signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of...
Vehicle Severely Damaged in Late-Night Blaze at University of Ghana
A vehicle sustained extensive damage after a fire erupted late Friday evening near the Sports Stadium on the University of Ghana campus, prompting a swift intervention by the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS). According to a statement shared on Facebook, the GNFS reported that the Legon Fire Station received an emergency call at precisely 22:17 hours on Friday, 25th July 2025, alerting them to a car ablaze within the university premises. A fire engine was deployed within sixty seconds of receiving the alert. Upon reaching the scene, firefighters discovered the vehicle completely engulfed in flames, with both the engine bay...
Ashanti Region REGSEC Imposes 7pm Motorbike Ban Amid Escalating Tensions
The Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has enforced an immediate restriction on motorbike usage after 7:00 pm in selected areas of the region, including the Asokore Mampong Municipality and the Kumasi Metropolis, following the fatal shooting of Alhaji Abdul-Malik Azenbge, Chief of Kusaase. The order, announced by Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene, was detailed in a statement released on Friday, July 25, 2025. It is part of a series of urgent security interventions designed to restore stability after the tragic event that occurred in Asawase on Tuesday, July 22. Dr. Amoakohene revealed that REGSEC held an emergency session on...
“As a True African, I’m Not in Support of LGBTQ” – Gyakye Quayson
Deputy Minister-nominee for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, James Gyakye Quayson, has reiterated his firm stance against LGBTQ-related activities in Ghana, making it clear that he will not endorse any initiatives aimed at advancing or legitimizing such practices within the country. Speaking before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Friday, July 25, the Assin North MP explained that his views are rooted in long-standing cultural and personal convictions, shaped over many years including during his residence abroad. “As a true African, I’m not in support of LGBTQ,” he declared. “I was in Canada when LGBTQ was liberalized, but I was one of...
Dorcas Affo-Toffey Vows Active Role as Deputy Transport Minister
Deputy Minister-nominee for Transport, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, has affirmed her unwavering dedication to supporting the substantive Minister in establishing a reliable, secure, and effective transportation system in Ghana. During her appearance before Parliament’s Appointments Committee, she highlighted her eagerness to take on a proactive and impact-oriented role within the Ministry of Transport. The Member of Parliament for Jomoro made it clear that she does not intend to be a ceremonial figure, but rather an integral part of the Ministry’s daily operations and strategic planning, contributing to the execution of policies aimed at improving the sector’s overall efficiency. Dorcas Affo-Toffey also stressed...
Mahama Government Credits Akufo-Addo for Economic Stabilization -IMF Report
The latest review by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revealed that Ghana’s new administration under President John Mahama acknowledges the pivotal role played by the previous Akufo-Addo government in stabilizing the economy and laying the foundation for ongoing reforms. According to the IMF’s Fourth Review under the Extended Credit Facility, the Mahama-led government expressed “strong support” for the current IMF-supported programme and recognized the Akufo-Addo administration as having provided a “credible anchor” to address long-standing vulnerabilities and restore market confidence. This recognition comes amid heightened political debate in Parliament over the source of Ghana’s recent economic gains. The opposition...
Hulk Hogan, Wrestling Icon and Pop Culture Legend, Dies at 71
Hulk Hogan, the towering figure who transformed professional wrestling into a global entertainment powerhouse, has died at the age of 71 following a cardiac arrest. World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) confirmed the news in a statement Thursday, saying it was “saddened to learn that WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan has passed away.” The company described Hogan as “one of pop culture’s most recognizable figures,” crediting him with helping WWE achieve worldwide prominence during the 1980s. Police in Clearwater responded to a medical emergency at Hogan’s residence early Thursday morning. He was transported to Morton Plant Hospital, where he was later...
NPA Refutes Fuel Shortage Claims, Assures Steady Aviation Supply
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has moved to allay public concerns over the availability of aviation fuel (ATK), firmly denying reports of a nationwide shortage. In a statement released on Thursday, the Authority emphasized that Ghana currently holds sufficient stocks of ATK to meet domestic demand. This reassurance comes on the heels of similar denials issued by the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition, which earlier refuted media claims of an impending fuel crisis in the aviation sector. According to the NPA, engineers from the Ghana Petroleum Mooring Systems (GPMS) have successfully completed the replacement of 600 meters of critical...
President Mahama Names New Ambassadors to Strategic International Posts
President John Mahama has put forward a fresh roster of Ambassadors and High Commissioners to serve as Ghana’s representatives in various international assignments. The disclosure, made through an official release endorsed by the Secretary to the President, Dr. Callistus Mahama, comes after deliberations with the Council of State. It reflects the government’s ambition to revitalize Ghana’s diplomatic strategy amid a shifting political landscape. Notable among the nominees is Mona Helen Kabuki Quartey, a former minister and distinguished economist, selected to lead Ghana’s diplomatic mission in Italy. Dr. Kwame Ampofo, a veteran in the energy sector, has been chosen to represent...
Domestic Bond Market to Reopen in August 2025 – Finance Minister
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has unveiled the government’s intention to relaunch the domestic bond market as part of an updated debt management framework designed to lower borrowing expenses and enhance fiscal resilience beginning August 2025. While delivering the 2025 Mid-Year Budget Review to Parliament on Thursday, July 24, Dr. Forson stated that the government’s revised debt strategy would now focus on deploying treasury bills solely for short-term liquidity management. “Our debt management strategy is to use treasury bills for cash management only and reopen the domestic bond market to finance the budget deficit,” he informed the House. He...