His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama has granted amnesty to nine hundred and ninety-eight (998) prisoners across the country, following recommendations from the Prison Service Council and in consultation with the Council of State. The decision, made in accordance with Article 72(1) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana, comes after a total of one thousand and fourteen (1,014) inmates were recommended for clemency. The President approved the release of 998 of them, offering a fresh start to many who have served time under various categories of conviction. In a statement issued by the Presidency Communications Directorate and signed by Hon....

The Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge Hospital) has strongly condemned a recent altercation at its Emergency Department, captured in a widely circulated social media video, involving relatives of an accident victim and hospital staff. The confrontation, reportedly triggered by perceived delays in attending to a critically injured patient, escalated into verbal abuse and physical assault on a nurse. The hospital’s management subsequently called in the Ghana Police Service to restore calm and ensure the safety of staff and patients. In a statement signed by the Head of Public Relations, Ms. Juliana Haruna, the hospital explained,”The Emergency Department of GARH is...

President John Dramani Mahama has embarked on a two-nation official visit to Japan and Singapore, aimed at deepening bilateral relations and promoting Ghana as a prime destination for investment. In Japan, President Mahama will participate in the 9th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD), where he is scheduled to speak at a plenary session focused on trade and investment. He will also headline the Ghana Presidential Investment Forum, highlighting opportunities under the government’s Resetting Ghana agenda. The President is expected to hold high-level meetings with Japanese officials, including Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba, and engage with executives from the Japan...

The Western Regional Police Command has apprehended a suspect linked to a violent robbery at a gold buying shop in Mpohor, Western Region. The incident occurred on Saturday, August 16, 2025. According to police reports, a group of armed men stormed the premises, making away with an undisclosed sum of money. The attack left one individual injured, who is currently receiving medical treatment and reported to be in stable condition. The arrested suspect is assisting police with ongoing investigations. Meanwhile, security agencies have launched a manhunt for the remaining members of the gang believed to be on the run. Superintendent...

The last six individuals who tragically lost their lives in the August 6 helicopter accident were laid to rest on Friday, August 15, 2025. The burial ceremony was held at the Military Cemetery in Tse Addo, located in Accra. The solemn event drew attendance from top government officials, senior military personnel, grieving families, and sympathizers from all corners of the nation. Prior to the burial, a multi-faith memorial service was conducted at Black Star Square to honour the fallen patriots. Families and loved ones paid tribute by laying wreaths in remembrance of the six victims. The atmosphere was heavy with...

President John Dramani Mahama has announced the establishment of a Children’s Support Fund to provide long-term support for the children of the eight Ghana Armed Forces personnel and public servants who perished in the August 6 helicopter crash. The initiative has received an initial seed capital of GHC 500,000 from Stanbic Bank, which the President praised for its generosity. Describing the crash as a “national tragedy that has cast its shadow over the heart of Ghana,” President Mahama said the fund will cover education from primary school to university, healthcare, specialized care where needed, welfare support, clothing, shelter, and other...

President John Mahama has announced the posthumous promotion of eight Ghana Armed Forces personnel who lost their lives in the August 6 helicopter crash. Speaking at their state funeral on Friday, 15th August, 2025 the President hailed the fallen servicemen as true patriots who paid the ultimate price in the line of duty. He emphasized that their bravery, dedication, and sacrifice would forever be remembered in the nation’s history. Among those honoured were Wing Commander Peter Baafemi Anala, Flight Lieutenant Manaen Twum Ampadu, and Flight Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah. Their new ranks were formally conferred by the Ghana Armed Forces...

The Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has delivered a moving tribute to fallen members of the Ghana Armed Forces and other public servants, emphasizing that their contributions to nation-building will never be forgotten. In her address, she praised their clarity of purpose and commitment to duty, noting that even brief conversations revealed their deep resolve to serve Ghana faithfully. She fondly remembered ongoing collaborations, including an outstanding meeting with the late Omane on the Armed Forces Council, where both pledged to streamline national agendas and work with urgency. “You had a positive reaction to working more closely with me....