Senior Communicator for the Movement for Change, Solomon Owusu, has fiercely opposed a proposal to cap the number of Supreme Court Justices at 20, calling it excessive and a distraction from deeper judicial reforms. His comments come in response to remarks made by Supreme Court nominee Justice Philip Bright Mensah during his vetting on Tuesday, June 17. Justice Mensah had argued that the Supreme Court’s wide jurisdiction demands a larger bench to handle the growing volume of cases. But Owusu isn’t buying it. “20 is too much for this country, people are missing the point,” he declared on TV3’s New...
NDC’s Hamza Suhuyini tips Bawumia as NPP’s best bet for 2028, warns of internal sabotage
A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communication team, Hamza Suhuyini, has described former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia as the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) most viable candidate to lead the party into the 2028 general elections. Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Wednesday, June 18, Suhuyini expressed concern that internal power struggles within the NPP could derail Dr. Bawumia’s chances of leading the party and delivering meaningful reform. “Whatever way you look at it, the initiative to organise an early congress is simply driven by the motivation to control, not an opportunity to rebuild and ensure...
If the NDC stays on course, Ghana will reach its destination- Dr Asah-Asante
Political Scientist and Senior Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr Kwame Asah-Asante, has expressed strong optimism that Ghana can achieve its development goals if the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government maintains its current trajectory. Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show, Dr Asah-Asante commended the government’s early achievements while emphasising the need for steadfast focus and commitment to ensure the country reaches its intended destination. “I am hopeful, and I have no doubt in my mind that this government has started well,” Dr Asah-Asante remarked. “I hope and pray that they remain afloat and deliver on all the promises made to the...
Iran-Israel war: BoG stands ready to take pre-emptive measures to preserve Ghana’s economy – Asiama
The Bank of Ghana (BoG) stands ready to take prudent and pre-emptive measures to preserve Ghana’s economic stability and protect the progress against the impact of the Israel and Iran war, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has said. Dr Asiama said that Ghana’s foreign reserve position, inflation trajectory, and fiscal adjustment efforts provide a solid cushion. The BoG has also actively engaged with its international partners to remain responsive to any external shocks. Speaking during the Ghana Association of Banks Industry Thought Leadership forum in Accra held on Tuesday, June 17, he said the Bank of...
922 Ghanaians set for evacuation from Israel
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is working with Israeli authorities to obtain clearance for a possible evacuation of Ghanaian nationals following the escalation of conflict between Israel and Iran. In an update posted on Facebook on Tuesday, [June 16, 2025], the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, said 922 Ghanaians have so far been identified in Israel. Among them are 65 students enrolled at six different universities. Mr Ablakwa confirmed that there have been no reports of Ghanaian fatalities or injuries in either Israel or Iran. He also disclosed that evacuation efforts from...
Still no answers! Attorney-General yet to act on Ahmed Suale murder investigation
The Police Prosecutor handling the murder case of investigative journalist, Ahmed Suale has noted to the Madina District Court that the prosecution is still awaiting the advice of the Attorney-General on the progress of the case. Daniel Owusu Koranteng, an investigative journalist, has been charged with abetment of crime and murder in connection with the death of Ahmed Suale. Prosecution alleges that he led two other alleged culprits currently at large to the home of Ahmed Suale, where he was eventually shot and killed by unknown assailants. He has, however, pleaded not guilty and is on a GHC50,000 bail. n...
DVLA orders mandatory notice of ownership transfer of mining, construction equipment within 14 days
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has informed all dealers and owners of mining and construction equipment about a mandatory notice to notify the Authority of a change in ownership of such equipment within fourteen days after sale in accordance with the Road Traffic Regulation, 2012 (L.I 2180). DVLA says failure to comply with this requirement could result in legal implications. The Authority expressed concern over the widespread failure by individuals and businesses to register ownership changes after sale to new owners. Consequently, the Authority is calling on all stakeholders in the mining and construction sectors to ensure that...
President to unveil farmer service centres in August to boost agriculture
President John Mahama is set to officially launch Farmer Service Centres across Ghana in August, an initiative aimed at modernizing agriculture and providing farmers with essential equipment and technology. The announcement was made by Eric Opoku, Minister of Food and Agriculture, during an engagement with farmers and media practitioners in Kumasi, Ashanti Region. He revealed that the design and operational plans for the centres have been finalized, paving the way for their implementation. According to Opoku, the initiative will ensure that every agricultural district has a fully equipped centre, offering farmers access to machines, inputs, and the latest farming technologies...
Ghana confirms six new Mpox cases, total rises to 91
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed six new cases of Mpox, bringing the country’s total infections to 91. Health officials report that two of the newly infected patients are currently hospitalized and under close medical supervision. The recent uptick in Mpox cases has sparked growing public anxiety. In response, the GHS has assured citizens that the situation is under control and that contact tracing efforts are actively underway to identify individuals who may have been exposed. In a public health advisory, the GHS emphasized the importance of personal hygiene and early detection to curb the spread of the virus....
Deputy AG Confirms International Probe Into Chairman Wontumi’s Affairs
Ghanaian business mogul and politician Bernard Antwi Boasiako, widely known as Chairman Wontumi, is reportedly under scrutiny from foreign investigative agencies, according to Deputy Attorney General Dr. Justice Srem Sai. Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Wednesday, Dr. Srem Sai disclosed that international authorities are tracking Wontumi’s business activities, with concerns that he may possess proceeds of crime or materials linked to criminal investigations. “There are issues with our foreign partners, an investigative agency,” Dr. Srem Sai stated. “We have partnered with other foreign agencies who are interested in things that have been traced—or suspicions of crime that have been...