Minister of Government Communication, Felix Kwakye Ofosu has revealed that over 41,647 students have successfully completed their registration on the No Fee Stress portal, which was launched to facilitate the absorption of admission and facility user fees for all first-year students in public tertiary institutions. Providing an update on his Facebook page on May 21, 2025, Kwakye Ofosu disclosed that 57,327 students have accessed the portal since its launch, with thousands already finalizing their registration. The Presidential Spokesperson emphasized that submitting registration details is a necessary step in obtaining banking information to enable reimbursements for first-year students who have already...
Bongo NHIA District Director Murdered in Nangodi Amid Rising Tensions
The District Director of the Bongo National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Mohammed Seidu Akugri, has been brutally murdered in Nangodi, near Bolgatanga. The shocking incident, which occurred on the evening of May 19, has raised concerns about escalating tensions in the Bawku conflict and the safety of public officials in the region. Details of the Attack According to reports, Mr. Akugri was ambushed by unknown assailants while traveling through Nangodi. The attackers shot him and set his body ablaze before fleeing the scene. The gruesome nature of the killing has sent shockwaves through the region, with many fearing further violence....
Ghanaian Pilgrims Face Harsh Conditions in Mecca—Islamic Cleric Speaks Out
Thousands of Ghanaian pilgrims attending the 2025 Hajj in Mecca are struggling with poor living conditions, sparking frustration and disappointment among travelers. Sheikh Hashim Ibn, a renowned Islamic cleric from Tamale, Ghana, has voiced his concerns, revealing that the accommodations provided for pilgrims are far below expectations. Overcrowding and Unbearable Conditions Pilgrims have complained about overcrowded rooms, lack of air conditioning, and inadequate facilities, leaving many frustrated and uncomfortable. According to Sheikh Hashim Ibn, who is experiencing the conditions firsthand, he paid GHC 62,000 for the pilgrimage only to find himself crammed in a single room with four other pilgrims,...
Ghana Immigration Service Cracks Down on Foreign Beggars in Accra—Over 2,200 Arrested!
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has launched a sweeping crackdown on foreign street beggars across Accra, detaining over 2,200 individuals in a single day. The operation, which took place on Friday, May 16, 2025, targeted known begging hotspots, including Sabon Zongo, Nima, Abossey Okai, and Obetsebi Roundabout. Mass Arrests and Human Trafficking Links According to ACI Michael Amoako-Atta, Head of Public Affairs at GIS, the crackdown is not just about clearing the streets—it’s about dismantling criminal networks that exploit vulnerable migrants. Authorities suspect that human trafficking rings are cashing in on these activities, using foreign nationals—many of them women and...
Former National Signals Bureau Boss Still in Custody Despite Court Directive
Kwabena Adu-Boahene, the former head of the National Signals Bureau, remains in custody despite completing the court’s seven-day remand directive. Initially remanded on May 2 over allegations of witness tampering, Adu-Boahene faces charges including stealing, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state. However, on May 13, his lawyer, Samuel Atta Akyea, revealed in court that his client had been rearrested on a separate matter immediately after the initial remand period expired. Though details of the fresh arrest remain undisclosed, the Attorney General had previously indicated that Adu-Boahene was under investigation for an internet connectivity case at Ghana Water...
Free health screening as Patrick Boamah celebrates women on Mother’s Day
Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah in partnership with Triage Centre/Sangy Global organized a health screening exercise in commemoration of Mothers’s Day. The event which was held on May 10, 2025, at Lapaz Fidelity Bank, saw the medical screening of women in and around the Okaikwei Constituency. The initiative was aimed at raising awareness about breast and cervical health, while also addressing the healthcare needs of mothers in the community. Baina Multimedia
GUTA asks traders to cut prices as Cedi gains strength
The Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) has urged its members to reduce the prices of goods and services following the significant appreciation of the Ghana cedi against major trading currencies. The Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) has issued a strong appeal to its members to lower the prices of goods and services in response to the significant appreciation of the Ghana cedi against major international trading currencies, particularly the US dollar. In a press statement signed by its President, Dr. Joseph Obeng, GUTA called on the trading community to pass on the benefits of the cedi’s recent gains...
Kennedy Agyapong Withdraws from NPP “Thank You” Tour After Violent Incident
Hon.Kennedy Agyapong has withdrawn from NPP “Thank You” tour following a violent incident that occurred during an event in Kumasi. The tour, aimed at expressing gratitude to supporters, took a tragic turn when a student from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) was stabbed multiple times during a confrontation at the Bantama Pentecost Church. The victim, affiliated with Unity Hall (Conti) at KNUST, was reportedly attacked during a dispute over cash distributed at the event. The altercation escalated into violence, leaving the student seriously injured. He was rushed to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, where he is currently...
Okaikwei Central MP Patrick Boamah Named Ambassador for 2025 Christian Home Week Celebrations
The Christian Council of Ghana (CCG) has appointed Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central Constituency, Patrick Yaw Boamah, as Ambassador for the 2025 Christian Home Week Celebrations. According to the official letter, Christian Council extended an invitation and honor stating, the legislator’s appointment as Ambassador is in recognition of his dedication to promoting the welfare of humanity, families, and communities in his constituency and beyond, through his philanthropic initiatives. “We respectfully invite you as Very Special Guest to the official launching of the 2025 Christian Home Week Celebrations. In addition, due to your philanthropic initiatives we wish to appoint you...
KNUST Student Stabbed During NPP “Thank You” Tour Event in Bantama
A student from Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), affiliated with Unity Hall (Conti), has been hospitalized after being stabbed multiple times during an altercation at the New Patriotic Party (NPP) “Thank You” tour event. The incident occurred on Tuesday at the Bantama Pentecost Church in the Ashanti Region. Eyewitnesses reported that the confrontation stemmed from a dispute over money allegedly distributed at the event. Tensions quickly escalated, resulting in violence, leaving the student seriously injured. The victim was rushed to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, where he is receiving medical treatment. Security personnel intervened after the attack, and...