The Government of Ghana has welcomed the decision by the United States Administration to rescind the 15 percent tariffs previously imposed on Ghana’s cocoa and selected agricultural products. In a Facebook announcement, Minister for foreign affairs, Mr. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, disclosed that Washington has officially communicated the tariff reversal to Accra. He noted that the measure took effect on 13th November 2025 following a new Executive Order signed by President Donald Trump. US diplomats have confirmed that the rescission covers cocoa beans and a wide range of Ghanaian produce including cashew nut, avocado, banana, mango, orange, lime, plantain, pineapple, guava,...
Bandits Demand ₦100m Ransom Each After Kwara Church Abduction
Armed assailants who seized around 35 congregants from the Christ Apostolic Church, Oke-Igan, Eruku, in the Ekiti Local Government Area of Kwara State, have allegedly demanded a ransom of N100 million for each captive, The PUNCH has gathered. Several relatives and community leaders confirmed on Thursday that the kidnappers had reached out to the families of those taken, using the victims’ own phones during the Tuesday night raid. The Secretary of the CAC congregation, Josiah Agbabiaka, told The PUNCH that some households had already been contacted by the abductors. “It is true that the criminals have begun calling family members...
Gender Ministry Condemns Viral Video of Child Forced to Smoke; Calls for Swift Prosecution
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has expressed deep concern over a viral social media video showing a group of men forcing a young child to smoke a cigarette. The Ministry has described the act as abusive, criminal, and a violation of the child’s rights and dignity. In a statement issued on 21st November 2025, the Ministry noted that exposing children to harmful substances constitutes child endangerment and is punishable by law. It explained that the incident contravenes the Children’s Act, 1998 (Act 560), which mandates protection for every child from abuse, neglect, and all forms of...
22 Electoral Coordinators Endorse Dr. Bawumia for 2028 NPP Flagbearership
Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has been hailed as a visionary leader, with supporters insisting he possesses the qualities needed to transform Ghana if given the mandate as president. This endorsement came from 22 out of 25 electoral area coordinators in Assin South, who publicly declared their backing for Dr. Bawumia to remain the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidate for the 2028 elections. “We are electoral area coordinators from Assin South and our message is that we have seen the goodness in Dr. Bawumia so we have all decided to back him to be our party’s flagbearer again,”...
Ayariga Warns: Government Officials Involved in Galamsey Will Be Arrested
Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has cautioned that any government appointee found engaging in illegal mining will face arrest, signalling a firmer position by the Mahama administration against the escalating environmental crisis. He made the statement in Parliament after Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, requested weekly briefings from the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources on the destruction of forest reserves and water bodies. Ayariga stressed that President John Dramani Mahama is determined to allow the law to take its full course against officials complicit in galamsey, contrasting this with what he described as a lack of action under...
Bono Region Records Nearly 20,000 HIV Cases, Commission Calls for Urgent Action
The Bono Region has documented 19,979 individuals living with HIV and AIDS, according to Ahmed Ibrahim Bambila, the Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regional Technical Coordinator of the Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC). He revealed that the region also registered 875 new HIV infections, describing the statistics as “alarming” and stressing the need for stronger, coordinated measures to address the root causes and curb further spread. Mr. Bambila made these remarks during the inauguration of the Bono Regional Committee of the Ghana AIDS Commission (RECCOM) in Sunyani on Thursday, November 20, 2025. The nine-member committee, chaired by Bono Regional Minister Joseph...
Deloitte Ghana Endorses Government’s Debt Reprofiling and Buyback Plan
Deloitte Ghana has commended the government’s decision to implement a debt reprofiling and buyback programme, describing it as a well-considered response to the challenges posed by costly debt obligations and uneven repayment schedules. The firm advised that to maximise the impact, authorities should focus buybacks on the most expensive and volatile debt instruments, particularly those that threaten fiscal stability. “It is essential to conduct these operations in close consultation with key stakeholders, including domestic and international investors, to maintain market confidence.” “We further recommend transparent communication of objectives, processes, and expected outcomes to all stakeholders to avoid market disruptions. Ultimately,...
Police Launch Probe Into Viral Video of Man Giving Cigarette to Child
The Ghana Police Service has begun investigations into a disturbing viral video that shows an adult male giving a substance believed to be a cigarette to a young child. In a statement, the Police described the act as concerning and said efforts are underway to identify and arrest the suspect captured in the footage. According to the Service, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of the child remains a top priority as the inquiry progresses. “The Ghana Police Service has commenced investigation into a viral video where a man is seen administering a substance suspected to be a cigarette to a...
Mahama Announces Beach Cleaning Initiative to Support Fishing Communities
President John Mahama has revealed that the government will soon roll out a nationwide programme focused on keeping Ghana’s beaches tidy. He noted that young people will be engaged and provided with monthly stipends to take care of coastal zones. The announcement was made during the National Conference of Chief Fishermen and Queen Fishmongers on World Fisheries Day 2025, held at the Accra International Conference Centre on Friday, November 21. President Mahama emphasized that the initiative will actively involve the fishing community, creating jobs while enhancing sanitation along the country’s shoreline. “We are also going to launch an initiative for...
UG Initiates Disciplinary Processes After Heated On-Air Altercation Between Two Senior Lecturers
The University of Ghana has commenced internal disciplinary proceedings following a widely circulated video capturing a confrontation between two of its senior academic members during a live television programme. The incident, involving Professor Ransford Gyampo and Dr. George Domfeh, occurred on Saturday, 15th November 2025, during an appearance on The Key Points, a current affairs show aired on TV3. In the video, a panel discussion reportedly degenerated into a personal and heated exchange between the two lecturers, sparking widespread public reaction. In a statement issued by Management and dated 21st November 2025, the University said the conduct of the two...