Responding to the troubling scenes of physical confrontations and chaos at a polling centre including the assault on former Fisheries Minister Mavis Hawa Koomson Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has issued a strong warning against the growing trend of political violence. He warned that allowing such acts to become commonplace could steer the nation down a perilous road. “This will be a recipe for disaster if each political party will raise its own army,” he cautioned. The former Vice President urged President John Mahama to take decisive steps to ensure that those behind the violent incidents on Friday are promptly identified and...
Police Officer Interdicted Over Alleged Assault on Journalist During Ablekuma North Rerun
The Ghana Police Service has taken swift action following the circulation of a viral video showing a police officer allegedly assaulting a journalist during election coverage at Ablekuma North. In a statement released on Friday, the Service confirmed that the officer involved has been immediately withdrawn from election duty and interdicted. The case has been referred to the Police Professional Standards Bureau (PPSB) for a full investigation. “The Ghana Police Service has monitored a viral video in which one of our officers is seen assaulting a reporter,” the statement read. “The officer concerned has been withdrawn from the ongoing election...
Hawa Koomson Attacked as Violence Breaks Out during Ablekuma North Rerun
Former Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, Hawa Koomson was reportedly assaulted at a polling center during the Ablekuma North election rerun. Distressing video clips captured the moment she was knocked to the ground after allegedly being kicked in the chest and lower abdomen before police officers stepped in. Other individuals caught in the chaos included the NPP parliamentary hopeful Nana Akua Afriyie and a female party operative, both of whom reportedly sustained injuries during the melee. Police looked helpless and called for reinforcement as the number of “thugs” who had stormed the Methodist Polling center outnumbered them. The...
Ghana Protests U.S. Visa Cutbacks, Pledges Dialogue to Restore Longstanding Reciprocity
Ghana has responded to the United States’ recent changes to its visa reciprocity policy, which now limits B1/B2 visas for Ghanaian nationals to just three months with a single entry. This marks a significant reduction from the previous five-year, multiple-entry arrangement that many Ghanaians have relied on for travel related to business, education, tourism, medical care, and family visits. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, the government expressed concern over the impact of the new policy and assured affected citizens of its solidarity. The Ministry described the move by the US as a...
GFA-StarTimes partnership: ‘We’ve paid part of the over $800,000 owed’ – StarTimes PRO
Eli Kondoh, the Communications Officer for StarTimes Ghana, has disclosed that the company has made partial payment toward the outstanding sum of over $800,000 owed to the Ghana Football Association (GFA) from their previous broadcasting agreement for the Ghana Premier League. After the conclusion of the GFA’s five-year collaboration with Chinese media company StarTimes, television rights were transferred to AFA TV and Globe TV. Throughout the season, there were indications that renewal discussions were underway. However, those negotiations were officially discontinued in May. The GFA later clarified that both sides were unable to reach a consensus, attributing the breakdown to...
Ghana looking to collaborate with Portugal on Establishing National Airline
President John Dramani Mahama has highlighted Ghana’s willingness to collaborate with the Portuguese government to set up a national airline, as part of broader efforts to enhance the country’s aviation industry and stimulate economic growth. He delivered these comments on Thursday, July 10, at the Jubilee House during a formal gathering to accept letters of credence from five newly appointed ambassadors to Ghana, including Maria Da Conceição de Sousa Pilar, Portugal’s new representative. The other diplomats hailed from Seychelles, Venezuela, Chad, and Gabon. During his conversation with the Portuguese ambassador, President Mahama emphasized the strategic value of strengthening ties between...
Not Voting Equals Silent Endorsement. Minority Caucus Blasts Gov’t Over LGBTQ Vote
The Minority Caucus has strongly criticized the government’s choice to refrain from participating in a pivotal vote concerning LGBTQ matters at the United Nations Human Rights Council. Members of Parliament from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) labeled the decision a betrayal of Ghanaian cultural principles and expressed concern over what they viewed as governmental apathy. Samuel Abu Jinapor, the MP for Damongo and lead member on Parliament’s Foreign Affairs Committee, released a statement condemning the move, asserting that “not voting equates to silent endorsement.” He maintained that Ghana’s refusal to cast a vote during the 59th session of the UN...
Sam George Maintains Firm Position on LGBTQ+ Issues, Calls for Prompt Action by Parliament
Samuel Nartey George, the Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, has reiterated his firm position on LGBTQ+ matters following Ghana’s recent choice to abstain from voting on draft resolution L.24. In a Facebook post, Mr. Nartey stated, “My viewpoint on LGBTQ+ matters remains resolute. I’ve reviewed Ghana’s complete statement delivered on the parliamentary floor regarding our stand on draft resolution L.24. I fully support both the content and intent of the message.” He voiced strong disapproval of Ghana’s abstention during the subsequent vote, saying, “I cannot, in good faith, comprehend the decision to abstain. This vote contradicts the stance Ghana has...
Trump Lauds Liberian President’s Fluency, Stirs Controversy Across Africa
US President Donald Trump praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his strong grasp of the English language on Wednesday. But the African leader was educated in Liberia, where English is the official language. During a meeting with five African leaders at the White House, President Trump reportedly asked President Boakai, “Such good English, it’s beautiful. Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?” The question came as a surprise to many, including President Boakai himself, who clarified that he was educated in Liberia where English is the official language. While some present interpreted the remark as a compliment, others, especially...
Israeli Strike in Gaza Claims Lives of Children and Women as Ceasefire Talks Stall
At least 15 Palestinians, including eight children and two women, lost their lives following an Israeli airstrike near a health post in central Gaza, according to officials from Al-Aqsa Martyrs Hospital. The deadly incident occurred in Deir al-Balah, where vulnerable families had gathered to receive nutritional supplements amidst the worsening humanitarian crisis. Witnesses report harrowing scenes at the hospital, with graphic footage showing lifeless bodies and severely wounded victims — many of them children. The Israeli Defence Forces have said they are investigating the incident. Elsewhere in the Gaza Strip, an additional 26 fatalities were reported from multiple airstrikes on...