The updated Energy Sector Levy (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141) officially comes into force today, Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The revised levy framework, unveiled by the government and implemented by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), follows an earlier delay aimed at evaluating international market trends and safeguarding recent improvements in local fuel costs. The move to activate the new policy was made in collaboration with the Ministries of Finance and Energy, following a comprehensive analysis of prevailing economic data. Officials indicate that the timing is consistent with broader strategies to reinforce economic stability and close financial shortfalls within the energy...
Nigeria’s Former President Buhari Laid to Rest in Daura His Native Home
Nigeria’s former president Muhammadu Buhari was buried Tuesday in his hometown of Daura in northwestern Nigeria, where thousands of people lined the streets to say their goodbyes. Buhari died Sunday in London, where he had been receiving medical treatment. He first took power in Africa’s most populous nation in 1983, after a military coup, running an authoritarian regime until fellow soldiers ousted him less than 20 months later. When he was elected in 2015 on his fourth attempt, he became the first opposition candidate to win a presidential election there. Buhari rode into power in that election on a wave...
Deputy NYA Boss Urges Legal Instrument to Mandate 5% Employment Slot for PWDs
Deputy Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA) Jacob Adongo Atule, has called for the introduction of a Legislative Instrument (LI) that would require public and private sector organizations in Ghana to allocate at least 5% of job opportunities to persons with disabilities (PWDs). During a stakeholder dialogue held on Tuesday, July 15, themed “Promoting Inclusion Among Young People with Disabilities,” Mr. Atule highlighted that, despite ongoing national initiatives and discussions around inclusivity, individuals with disabilities continue to be marginalized—especially in employment and leadership spaces. He argued that the proposed LI would serve as a legal mechanism to...
Lamine Yamal to be investigated over dwarfism row
Spain’s Ministry of Social Rights has asked the country’s prosecutor’s office to investigate Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal after he reportedly hired people with dwarfism to perform at his 18th birthday party. Lamine Yamal hosted a party on Sunday at a rented property in Olivella, a small town 50 kilometres north west of Barcelona, with guests including YouTubers, influencers, and several Barcelona team-mates. It is alleged Lamine Yamal hired a group of entertainers with dwarfism, something the Association of People with Achondroplasia and other Skeletal Dysplasias in Spain (ADEE) described as “unacceptable in the 21st century”. When contacted by BBC Sport,...
High Court Rejects Bail Request for Nana Agradaa Amid Ongoing Appeal
The High Court in Amasaman has turned down a bail request submitted by the legal representatives of Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely recognized as Nana Agradaa, as her appeal remains under review. Dr. Bernard Kofi Asamoah, a member of her defense team, confirmed the court’s decision in an interview with Accra-based Citi FM on Tuesday, July 15. He noted that the court declined to approve bail and instructed the Circuit Court to provide all relevant documents concerning the appeal proceedings. “We wanted bail pending appeal, and the court did not grant it. The court has given an order that the Circuit...
Government Withdraws Military Protection For Unauthorized Civilians
The Ministry of Defence has announced the withdrawal of military protection for all civilians who are not legally entitled to such services. The directive affects public officials, former ministers, businesspersons, and other individuals previously benefiting from unauthorized military escorts. This action is part of the government’s plan to bring back order and responsibility in Ghana’s security system. On Tuesday, July 15, Defence Minister Dr Edward Omane Boamah shared the news in a Facebook post. He said the decision is an important part of the government’s bigger “Reset Agenda,” ” focused on promoting transparency and responsible governance. “As part of...
President Mahama Slashes Fuel Allowances for Political Appointees
President John Dramani Mahama has announced the immediate cancellation of fuel allowances for all political appointees as part of the government’s ongoing efforts to reduce public spending and promote fiscal discipline. This move is intended to redirect public funds towards vital sectors critical to national development. The President emphasized that leadership must also share in the sacrifices being asked of citizens during these challenging economic times, stating, “Leadership must bear its part of the sacrifice, calling in the people to make the same.” The government has already introduced several cost-cutting measures, including reducing the size of the public sector and...
Ministry of Education Allocates $117.1 Million to Improve Basic Schools
The Ministry of Education has allocated $117.1 million from the Ghana Accountability for Learning Outcomes Project (GALOP) and its second phase (AF2) to expand special support programs in basic schools across Ghana. This money will help fund several programs that aim to improve education, such as training teachers, giving schools extra money, and offering rewards based on performance to boost student learning. The announcement was made during the first meeting of the GALOP project oversight committee on Tuesday, July 15. Speaking on behalf of the Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu,..Deputy Minister Apaak stressed the need to carefully carry out and...
NPP Confirms National Delegates Conference Set To Happen on July 19
The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has confirmed that it will hold its National Delegates Conference as planned on Saturday, July 19, 2025. This decision was made even though some party members asked for the event to be delayed so they could deal with important issues within the party. After looking closely at the request, the party’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and National Council decided on Monday, July 14, not to change the date. They said they had already made many plans and promises for the event. Joseph Osei-Owusu, who leads the team organizing the conference, shared the decision during...
Interior Minister Vows Calm and Orderly Akwatia By-Election
Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has assured the people of Akwatia of a peaceful and incident-free by-election, drawing on lessons from the recent unrest during the Ablekuma North rerun to enhance security preparedness. Speaking at the Jubilee House on Monday, July 14, during the Government Accountability Series, the Minister described the violence at just 19 polling centres in Ablekuma North as deeply concerning, but also a crucial moment for reflection and reform. “I know the challenge people will say is, coming events cast their shadow if we can go to only 19 polling stations and this happens, what...