The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has directed the Health Committee to conduct further inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death of Mr. Charles Amissah, who reportedly died after being denied emergency treatment at three public hospitals in Greater Accra. Describing the incident as “needless and unacceptable,” the Speaker stressed that such occurrences must not be tolerated in the country’s health system. He called for severe sanctions against persons found culpable, emphasizing that accountability is essential to prevent similar tragedies in the future. The directive follows a statement by Minority Leader Hon. Osahen Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin,...
Parliament Condemns ‘No Bed Syndrome’ After Patient’s Death
Members of Parliament from both sides of the House this afternoon strongly condemned the persistent “no bed syndrome” in public hospitals, following the tragic death of Mr. Charles Amissah on February 6, 2026. Mr. Amissah reportedly died after being refused emergency treatment by three public hospitals in Greater Accra. Addressing the House, Minority Leader Hon. Osahen Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin described the incident as unacceptable, stressing that “emergency care cannot be optional, our hospitals do not have the moral or legal discretion to abandon the dying.” The Minority Leader called on Parliament to immediately empower the Health Committee to summon the...
Mahama Swears In New Heads of Fire and Immigration Services
President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in Daniella Mawusi Ntow Sapong as Chief Fire Officer of the Ghana National Fire Service and Samuel Basintale Amadu as Comptroller-General of the Ghana Immigration Service. At the ceremony, President Mahama charged the newly appointed leaders to provide decisive leadership and uphold the highest standards of discipline and professionalism in their respective institutions. He emphasized the critical role of the Fire Service in safeguarding lives and property through effective emergency response, and the Immigration Service in strengthening border management systems to protect national security. The President expressed confidence that the appointments would enhance institutional...
Minister Ensures Safe Discharge of Rescued Baby, Settles Medical Bills, and Engages Police on Investigations
The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Hon. Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, visited the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital to witness the discharge of the infant who was allegedly stolen at the Mamprobi Polyclinic and later rescued through a coordinated effort. The baby, who had been receiving care at the Child Health Department, was declared fully recovered and discharged in good health. The Minister expressed gratitude to the medical team for their swift intervention and quality care, confirming that the Government, under the directive of President John Dramani Mahama, had settled the medical bills to...
Finance Minister Lays Value for Money Office Bill, 2026 Before Parliament
On behalf of President John Dramani Mahama, Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has laid before Parliament the Value for Money Office Bill, 2026, a landmark proposal aimed at tackling inefficiencies in Ghana’s public spending. The Bill seeks to confront long-standing challenges such as inflated contracts, abandoned projects, cost overruns, and waste in the use of state resources. At its core, it establishes an independent Value for Money Office mandated to rigorously assess major public expenditures, certify contracts before approval, monitor compliance, and enforce sanctions where necessary. Forson emphasized that the purpose of the legislation is straightforward: to protect public funds,...
Police Arrest Four Members of Deadly Carjacking Syndicate in Kumasi
The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested four suspected members of a notorious carjacking gang known as the “Duku Syndicate,” following the robbery and murder of Mr. Andrews Amankwah at Ohwim-Amanfrom on February 10. The breakthrough came after a coordinated intelligence-led operation ordered by the Inspector-General of Police. The operation involved the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate, the Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team, and the CID Anti-Armed Robbery Unit. Between February 18 and 22, police picked up four suspects in separate operations across Kumasi. They include: Akwasi Manu (47) — arrested for unlawful possession of the victim’s Samsung phone, which provided...
GRIDCo Engineers Race to Restore Power After Tema Outage
Parts of Tema were plunged into darkness late Monday night after a fault occurred on a feeder at the Smelter-2 Substation. The Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) confirmed that the incident happened at 10:58 p.m. on February 23, disrupting electricity supply to several customers in the industrial city. In a statement issued Tuesday, GRIDCo explained that its engineers are working around the clock to diagnose the cause of the disturbance and restore power. The company assured residents and businesses that every effort is being made to resolve the challenge promptly. “We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and wish to...
Airport renaming doesn’t require parliamentary approval—Transport Minister
The Minister of Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, has clarified that the renaming of the Kotoka International Airport will not require parliamentary approval, noting that it was originally named through a decree in 1969. Contrary to calls for a bill to provide legal backing for the decision, the Minister pointed out that airports in Ghana have historically been renamed through executive instruments, citing the examples of the Kumasi and Tamale airports. Briefing the press in Parliament after releasing a statement on the official renaming, Joseph Bukari Nikpe said calls for legislation are unfounded. On the background to how the airport was...
Concerned Ahanta West NDC executives petition President Mahama for MCE’s removal
Concerned branch executives of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Ahanta West have petitioned the President to remove the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Ahanta West Municipal Assembly, citing alleged misconduct, corruption, and incompetence. In a petition dated February 12, 2026, the group invoked Article 243(3) of the 1992 Constitution, which empowers the President to revoke the appointment of an MCE for stated misconduct or incompetence. The petition outlines several allegations, including abuse of authority and disrespect for the General Assembly. The executives claim the MCE unilaterally locked the Assembly Hall to prevent a duly convened meeting summoned by...
Six Aggrey Memorial Students Arrested Over Assault on Adisadel College Boy
The Ghana Police Service has confirmed the arrest of six juvenile students of Aggrey Memorial Senior High School in connection with the alleged assault of a final-year student of Adisadel College. According to a police statement, the suspects were handed over to the Kotokuraba Police Station by school authorities on February 20, 2026, following the incident at Pedu Junction earlier that afternoon. Initial investigations revealed that the victim, Rexford Owusu-Ansah, was attacked after leaving the Cape Coast Stadium at the close of the inter-colleges sports festival. He was reportedly confronted by Aggrey Memorial students who asked if he attended Adisadel...