The Senior Director of the German Federal Police, Mr. Marco Zack, has underscored the critical role of mobility in enhancing border security operations, stating that improved transportation capacity will significantly strengthen patrol efficiency and response times. According to him, enhanced mobility—particularly through the provision of motorbikes—will support more effective border patrols, enable rapid incident response, and reinforce security presence in hard-to-reach are

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo), Ing. Mark Awuah, on Wednesday led a delegation of Board members and Management to pay a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II. The visit was aimed at formally introducing the leadership of GRIDCo to the King, while also expressing gratitude to God for preserving his life following a recent accident. Addressing the Ga Mantse and his elders, Ing. Awuah expressed appreciation to the King for gra

Assistant Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist, CDD-GHANA, Jacob Ahuno has stated that Ghana must urgently reset its local governance architecture through far-reaching reforms that go beyond the election of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) to address deeper structural, fiscal and institutional challenges. Speaking at a National Stakeholder Workshop on Local Government Reforms in Accra, Mr. Ahuno underscored the need for a holistic approach to dec

A major cultural collaboration between Ghana and Spain is set to take centre stage in Accra on April 24, as the Spanish Embassy rolls out Hola Accra—a groundbreaking musical exchange initiative that has already secured the full backing of the Ga State. The Spanish Ambassador to Ghana, H. E. Ángel Lossada Torres-Quevedo, announced the initiative during a courtesy call on the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, describing it as a bold step in strengthening cultural diplomacy

Inspector-General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has expressed profound gratitude to the Lebanese community in Ghana following a significant donation aimed at strengthening the operational capacity of the Ghana Police Service. The items were officially presented by H.E. Mohammed Baal Baki on behalf of the Lebanese community. Receiving the donation, IGP Yohuno described the gesture as timely and impactful, noting that it reflects the strong partnership between the Ghana P

The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has called for strict enforcement of building regulations following the recent structural collapse at Accra New Town. The traditional ruler made the remarks when he visited the site of the incident a few days ago, where he assessed the situation and interacted with affected victims and authorities. According to him, regulators and relevant state agencies must ensure that all construction projects adhere to approved building codes to

The Member of Parliament for Odododiodio, Alfred Nii Ashie Kotey, has underscored the need for Africans to embrace forgiveness, self-reflection, and unity as key pillars in ongoing discussions on reparatory justice and the trans-Atlantic slave trade. Speaking on the broader implications of the global push for reparations, the MP acknowledged that while the international community has begun to admit its role in the historical injustices of slavery, Africans must also confront

The Ghana Police Service has stepped up its nationwide crackdown on cybercrime, violent offences and organised robbery, resulting in multiple arrests through coordinated intelligence-led operations. Addressing a press briefing at the National Police Headquarters in Accra, the Director-General of the Public Affairs Directorate (PAD), DCOP Grace Ansah-Akrofi, disclosed that the operations—led by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team and th

The Member of Parliament for Odododiodio, Nii Kotey Ashie , has delivered a strong message to religious groups in Greater Accra, urging strict compliance with the upcoming ban on drumming and noise-making as part of preparations for the 2026 Homowo festivities. Addressing the media at the official announcement by the Ga Traditional Council  in Accra on Thursday, the MP emphasized that while the Ga people are known for their peaceful and accommodating nature, that disposition

Ghanaian Visual Artist, Ibrahim Mahama has expressed strong confidence in the ongoing police investigation into his alleged assault, stating that he believes justice will ultimately prevail. Mr. Mahama made the remarks after meeting with the Police Management Board at the Ghana Police Service Headquarters in Accra, as authorities intensify investigations into the incident reported on March 21. The alleged assault is said to involve a group believed to be part of the Inspector

The Ga Traditional Council  has formally announced a ban on drumming and noise-making across the Ga State from May 4 to June 4, 2026, as part of preparations for the annual Homowo Festival . The directive, delivered in Accra by Nii Ayikoi Otoo , President of the Ga-Dangme Council, underscores the importance of preserving the spiritual significance of the period, which precedes one of the most important cultural festivals of the Ga people. He explained that the ban is intended

A week-long field assessment by the Ghana Boundary Commission (GBC) has confirmed growing concerns over deteriorating boundary infrastructure and the difficult living conditions facing several communities along Ghana’s western frontier. The exercise, led by Commissioner-General Major General Anthony Ntem, covered key border areas within the Dormaa Central and Jaman South Municipalities, where officials conducted on-the-ground inspections and engaged local stakeholders. Findin

The University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA) has emerged victorious in the maiden edition of the Forestry Commission Debate Competition, marking a significant milestone in the institution’s growing reputation for academic excellence and public speaking. The competition, held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at the Forestry Commission Auditorium in Accra, formed part of activities to commemorate the International Day of Forests 2026. It was organised by the Ministry of La

Col. Dominic Buah, Director of Operations at the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), has issued a strong and uncompromising warning to illegal miners, declaring that the state will intensify its crackdown on galamsey activities across the country. Speaking to the media on Wednesday in Accra, Col. Buah praised the Blue Water Guards for their “exceptionally well” performance in safeguarding Ghana’s water bodies, revealing that the task force has been

Lincoln University  has withdrawn its decision to confer an honorary doctorate on Ghana’s President, John Dramani Mahama , just hours before his scheduled visit on Thursday, March 26, 2026. Ghana’s Embassy in the United States expressed deep disappointment over the last-minute decision, noting that it followed concerns raised by a group within the university regarding the president’s perceived stance on Ghana’s Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, widely referred to as

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has recorded significant operational and institutional gains within one year under the leadership of Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI), Samuel Basintale Amadu, following his appointment in March 2025. According to the Deputy Commissioner of Immigration in charge of the Public Affairs Department, Maud Anima Quainoo, the Service’s transformation agenda has focused on strengthening border security, enhancing operational efficiency, and

The Northern Regional Police Command has launched an investigation into an alleged assault involving renowned Ghanaian visual artist, Ibrahim Mahama, reportedly carried out by some police officers in Tamale. According to a statement issued by the Regional Public Relations Officer, Chief Inspector Luckman Niendow Alhassan, the Command has taken serious notice of the incident and has commenced a full-scale probe to establish the facts surrounding the matter. The Police assured

The Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr. Audrey Smock Amoah, has underscored the importance of strictly adhering to approved development plans, describing it as fundamental to accountability and sound public financial management. Speaking at a strategic regional consultative engagement at the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council, Dr. Smock stressed that development plans serve as binding frameworks guiding government spending and

The Government of Ghana, through the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skill Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) in collaboration with the Minerals Commission, has commenced a nationwide registration exercise targeting small-scale miners and artisanal mining groups. The initiative follows a successful pilot phase in the Western and Western North Regions and is aimed at formalising and regulating the small-scale mining sector, which remains a major source of livelihood for milli

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has held a mission accomplishment parade in honour of the Army Engineer Reconstruction Team (ERT) Company 1 at the 48 Engineers Parade Square, Wajir Barracks in Teshie. The ceremony, held on Tuesday, March 17, 2026, celebrated the successful return of the 54-member engineering contingent, which was deployed to Jamaica on December 16, 2025, following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. The team was officially welcomed back by the President