The Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has formally honoured 19 senior officers of the Ghana Police Service after their promotion to higher ranks, in a step aimed at reinforcing the Service’s leadership capacity. The elevation of the officers followed recommendations by the Police Council and received approval from the President, John Dramani Mahama. The promotions recognise years of commitment, professionalism, and meritorious service. The decoration cerem

The National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) has firmly denied allegations made by the Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Assafuah, describing the claims as false, misleading, and without evidence. In a press release issued on Thursday, the Authority said it was disappointed by what it termed baseless accusations suggesting it had mismanaged pension funds. The Authority clarified that it does not hold or directly manage pension funds, but serves strictly as a reg

The Ghana Immigration Service has intensified its fight against human trafficking and organized street begging, rescuing hundreds of vulnerable individuals in a major early morning operation across parts of the Greater Accra Region. The intelligence-led exercise, carried out on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, targeted criminal networks allegedly exploiting foreign nationals—particularly women and children—by forcing them into street begging. The operation covered several hotspots,

The Comptroller-General of Immigration, Mr. Samuel Basintale Amadu, paid a courtesy call on the Bono Regional Minister, Hon. Joseph Addea Akwaboa, as part of his five-day official tour of the region. Mr. Amadu formally informed the Minister of his tour and expressed appreciation for the support extended to the Ghana Immigration Service in recent months. He emphasized the importance of sustained collaboration and hoped the partnership would continue throughout his tenure. Hon.

The Inspector General of Police, Christian Tetteh Yohuno , has revealed that a two-day train-the-trainer programme aimed at strengthening emergency response capabilities within the police service is equipping officers with practical lifesaving skills. The programme, organised by Global Life Savers Inc. in collaboration with the Ghana Police Service , European Resuscitation Council , and the National Ambulance Service , is designed to prepare officers to administer emergency

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