The Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA) has expressed its willingness to engage with the Ministry of Health but insists that it will not return to the negotiation table over matters already agreed upon. This follows a nationwide strike by nurses and midwives that began on June 4, 2025, over the government’s failure to implement the provisions of their 2024 Collective Agreement, which includes allowances, incentives, and improved working conditions. Responding to the strike, Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh emphasised the need for dialogue and urged all parties to come together to find a resolution. However, in an interview...
Abena Osei-Asare Slams GH₵1 Fuel Levy as an Unfair Burden on Ghanaians
Former Deputy Finance Minister and Member of Parliament for Atiwa East, Abena Osei-Asare, has strongly criticized the GH₵1 fuel levy, arguing that it unfairly denies Ghanaians the benefits of the recent appreciation of the cedi. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Monday, June 9, Osei-Asare expressed concern over the government’s decision to impose new taxes despite campaign promises to ease the tax burden. She questioned the rationale behind the levy, stating, “Why should you refuse or prevent Ghanaians from enjoying a windfall that they ought to enjoy just because you feel there has been a reduction or appreciation...
GRA Postpones Implementation of GH₵1 Fuel Levy Amid Industry Concerns
The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has officially postponed the rollout of the Energy Sector Shortfall and Debt Repayment Levy, shifting the implementation date from June 9 to June 16, 2025. The decision follows strong opposition from the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), which warned that the GH₵1-per-litre levy could significantly increase fuel prices and worsen financial strain on consumers. Industry Concerns and Stakeholder Engagement In response to growing concerns, the GRA confirmed that it had engaged with stakeholders and reached a consensus to allow for a smoother rollout. A GRA representative explained, “The association has concerns with the 9...
NRSA orders Assemblies to remove unauthorized billboards by June 2 or face court action
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has issued a firm directive to Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) in the Greater Accra Region, demanding the removal of all unauthorized billboards by June 2, 2025 or risk legal action. The NRSA initially set a 21-day deadline for assemblies to dismantle billboards that obstruct road visibility and pose safety risks. However, a scheduled meeting to discuss possible extensions failed as key assemblies did not attend. According to NRSA Director-General Abraham Amaliba, this absence was interpreted as deliberate noncompliance, prompting the authority to escalate the matter to the courts Officials warn that many...
Supreme Court dismisses Justice Torkornoo’s affidavit in landmark ruling
The Supreme Court has struck out the supplementary affidavit filed by suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, ruling that its contents violated constitutional provisions requiring certain proceedings to be held in camera. The five-member panel, presided over by Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, upheld an objection raised by Deputy Attorney-General Dr. Justice Srem-Sai, who argued that the affidavit contained details of the committee investigating the petitions for Justice Torkornoo’s removal—information that should remain confidential under Article 146 (8) of the Constitution. Legal Grounds for the Ruling The court determined that the affidavit disclosed proceedings that should not be made public, thereby violating constitutional...
Patrick Boamah Urges Immediate Reopening of Ghana’s Washington Embassy
Member of Parliament and Foreign Affairs Committee member, Patrick Boamah, has urged Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa to immediately reopen Ghana’s Embassy in Washington, D.C., despite ongoing investigations into alleged corruption at the mission. The embassy was temporarily shut down following a special audit report that uncovered a fraudulent scheme involving a locally recruited IT staff member, Fred Kwarteng. The audit found that Kwarteng had created an unauthorized link on the embassy’s website, redirecting visa and passport applicants to his private company, where illegal fees were charged. Speaking in an interview, Boamah criticized the closure, arguing that it lacked...
JUST IN: EOCO Officials Pick Up Chairman Wontumi After Meeting Bail Conditions at CID HQ
Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has been picked up by officials of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) moments after fulfilling his bail conditions at the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) Headquarters in Accra. Background of the Investigation Chairman Wontumi had earlier reported to the CID for questioning regarding allegations of illegal mining and unauthorized entry into forest reserves. These allegations have sparked widespread discussions about environmental degradation and political influence in Ghana’s mining sector. After complying with his bail conditions on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, Wontumi was reportedly...
Digitized Road Toll: It is risky to link MoMo, bank accounts to billing system – Safety expert cautions
A caution has been issued to government over the intention to link mobile money and bank accounts of vehicle owners to the billing system of the proposed digitized road toll platform. Mr Gibson Harrison, the CEO of Gibson Safety Consult opines that such a system could render users vulnerable to cyber fraud and other financial losses. In his view, it would be prudent, government routes road toll to prepaid accounts of users, just as it is done in advanced countries. Speaking on Connect FM’s Midday News, Orokodo Kasaebo in Takoradi on May 27, Gibson said the use of prepaid accounts...
Parliamentary privilege is not immunity from lawful inquiry – Bagbin to lawmakers
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin has raised concerns about the increasing spate of official communications from law enforcement agencies for MPs to be invited for questioning over some allegations. In his opening remarks in Parliament on Tuesday, May 27 after the House had resume from recess, Alban Bagbin said there has been a noticeable increase in the number of official communications from law enforcement and investigative bodies directed at MPs. Bagbin explained that although some of these allegations arise before some MPs assumed office or while they were in office, such request from the police must be treated with some...
Adu-Boahene case: Don’t engage in plea bargain until full disclosure by A-G – Judge orders lawyers of accused
The Accra High Court has ordered defence counsel in the case of former Signals Bureau Director and two others not to indulge in any plea bargain agreements until the prosecution has filed and accordingly served them with the full disclosures they will rely on in the case. On Monday, May 26, 2025, Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai pleaded with the court to be given more time to file their disclosures after failing to meet the deadline given by the court. He explained that the investigator on the matter was temporarily unavailable. “By the proceedings of the last adjourned date, we...