The Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, The Honourable Dr. Terrance Michael Drew, has arrived in Ghana for a four-day official visit aimed at strengthening bilateral ties between the two nations. Dr. Drew’s visit, which runs from March 3 to March 7, coincides with Ghana’s 69th Independence Day celebrations. He is expected to join dignitaries and citizens at the national parade on Friday, March 6, marking the country’s historic milestone. The Prime Minister’s itinerary began with a meeting with the Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, followed by bilateral discussions and an official luncheon at the Presidency. His...
Voting Ends in Ayawaso East By-Election, Results Awaited
Voting in the Ayawaso East parliamentary by-election has officially concluded, with electoral officers now sorting and tallying ballots at polling centers across the constituency. The polls opened at 7:00 a.m. and closed at 5:00 p.m., wrapping up a full day of voting to select a new representative following the passing of the sitting MP, Naser Toure. The Electoral Commission is expected to announce the results later today. Five contenders are in the race for the seat: Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed – National Democratic Congress (NDC) Baba Ali Yusif – New Patriotic Party (NPP) Umar Sanda Mohammed – Independent candidate David...
I’m not motivated by material things, I’m here to serve – Baba Jamal
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate in the Ayawaso East by-election, Baba Jamal, says his political ambition is driven by service, not personal gain. Speaking to the media on Tuesday, March 3, after casting his vote at the Alhaji Iddrisu House 2 polling station, Mr Jamal stated that his motivation for seeking office is rooted in his desire to serve the people. “I am not motivated by materialistic things. I am motivated by human service. And that is why I am here to serve my people,” he said. The NDC candidate referenced his previous tenure as Member of Parliament for...
Mahama Government Confirms Majority of Akufo-Addo’s Late-Term Appointments
Nearly 75 percent of public sector hires made in the closing weeks of the Akufo-Addo administration have been approved to remain in office, presidential spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu announced on Tuesday. Kwakye Ofosu explained that a presidential panel reviewing roughly 2,080 appointments, promotions, and recruitments recommended that 1,539 of them be maintained. At a press conference, he stated, “It was done without malice or ill-feeling towards anyone. It was a necessary step to uphold the rule of law and ensure accountability.” The validated appointments, spanning 36 government agencies, were found to have followed proper recruitment and promotion guidelines. Importantly, all...
Mahama Administration Revokes 541 Akufo-Addo-Era Appointments, Grants Clemency to Vulnerable Groups”
The Mahama administration has annulled 541 public sector recruitments, appointments, and promotions carried out in the final days of the Akufo-Addo government, following a thorough review by a presidential committee established to examine a disputed surge of hiring after the December 7, 2024 elections. Presidential Spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu disclosed the outcome at a press briefing on Tuesday, presenting what he described as a due process exercise rather than a politically driven purge. After the NPP’s defeat in December 2024, the outgoing Akufo-Addo administration faced accusations of rushing through a wave of public sector placements during the transition period between...
French Naval Delegation Strengthens Ties with Ghana Navy
The Commanding Officer of the French Offshore Patrol Vessel Commandant Bouan, Lieutenant Commander Damian Tocquer, has paid a courtesy call on the Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Naval Command, Commodore Solomon Asiedu-Larbi, as part of a four-day official visit to Ghana. The visit, which commenced on Monday, is aimed at deepening bilateral naval cooperation between France and Ghana. It will feature a series of professional exchange activities, including demonstrations of Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) operations and discussions on maritime defence best practices. These engagements are designed to enhance operational coordination and interoperability between the two navies. Lieutenant Commander Tocquer commended the...
Man Arrested for Alleged Assault After Motor Accident at Maamobi
The Kotobabi District Police Command has arrested a 33-year-old man in connection with an alleged assault following a motor accident at Maamobi. According to police reports, the incident occurred on Saturday, February 22, 2026, when the victim, Yakubu Manan Abdul, aged 24, was involved in a collision with the suspect, identified as Razak Kwanda. Preliminary investigations indicate that during the course of the accident, the suspect allegedly attacked and assaulted the victim, causing injuries. A police patrol team on duty in the area assisted the victim, conveying him and his damaged motorbike to the Kotobabi Police Station, where a formal...
ATRAC Commander Opens UN Engagement Platoon Training at Bundase
The Commander of the Army Training Command (ATRAC), Brigadier General Joshua Amanor, has officially opened the United Nations Engagement Platoon training at the Army Peace Operations Training School (APOTS), Bundase. In his opening remarks, Brigadier General Amanor described the Engagement Platoon as a critical force multiplier in complex operational environments. He emphasized that personnel require specialized skills to effectively interact with local communities and gather reliable situational awareness. He noted that successful peacekeeping extends beyond deployment, stressing the importance of interpersonal and community engagement in fulfilling the mandate of protecting civilians. The ATRAC Commander expressed profound appreciation to the Canadian...
Deputy Health Minister Commissions First-Ever Eye Surgical Centre in Central Region
The government has taken a major step toward reducing preventable blindness in the Central Region, as Deputy Minister for Health, Prof. Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, commissioned a state-of-the-art Surgical Eye and Training Centre at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital. The 33-bed facility, equipped with three modern operating theatres, is the first of its kind in the region and will serve as a referral hub for neighbouring areas. It is designed to provide comprehensive services, including cataract and glaucoma management, refractive care, and advanced posterior segment treatments. The Centre is expected to significantly ease the burden on patients who previously had to...
Ghana, Tanzania Push for Permanent Joint Commission
President John Dramani Mahama of Ghana has held high-level bilateral talks with Her Excellency Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania, at the State House in Arusha. The discussions, conducted in the spirit of Pan-African solidarity, focused on strengthening Ghana–Tanzania relations, deepening continental cooperation, and addressing pressing regional and global developments. On the evolving situation in the Middle East, President Mahama expressed deep concern over escalating hostilities involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, as well as counter-attacks affecting Gulf states. He cautioned that sustained instability in the region, which remains central to global energy supplies, could...