ADOM KASIEBO

President John Mahama is cautioning Ghanaians against late-night eating habits, especially foods like banku and fufu, warning that poor lifestyle choices, particularly when combined with little or no physical activity, can increase the risk of non-communicable diseases such as hypertension and heart-related conditions.

Vice President of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), Joseph Paddy, has warned that the newly introduced Publican AI system at the ports could lead to significant job losses if not reversed immediately

Office of the Walewale Municipal Coordinating Director remained barricaded and locked after a group of agitated NDC youth reportedly stormed the Municipal Assembly premises on Tuesday morning, forcing the Director, Justice Bayon, to flee for safety

Institute for Energy Security (IES) has issued a strong warning against potential moves to abolish the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation (BOST) margin, stating that such a decision could severely compromise Ghana's national fuel supply security

A section of cocoa farmers in the Asunafo South District have declared their Member of Parliament and Minister for Agriculture, Eric Opoku, “wanted” over recent cocoa price reductions and delayed payments.

Tensions are escalating in the Berekum Municipality as cocoa farmers and purchasing clerks demand immediate payment of long-overdue arrears from Olam Cocoa Ghana Limited.

President John Mahama has expressed concern about the growing complexity of global health challenges, urging world leaders to move beyond pledges and implement concrete actions.

Sunyani Area Apostle of the New Apostolic Church, Patrick Konadu Yiadom, is calling on President John Dramani Mahama to honour his campaign promise and sign the anti-LGBTQ+ bill into law

Aowin Traditional Council in the Aowin Municipality of the Western North Region has reconciled with their Member of Parliament (MP), Oscar Ofori Larbi, following months of unresolved tensions over alleged disrespect toward traditional authorities

Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Obeng Asare, is calling for unity among residents and traditional authorities in the Central Region as part of efforts to transform the area into a fully industrialised hub while boosting its tourism potential

A 14-year-old JHS 1 student of Dadeben Basic School, Lawrence Dogbe, has drowned at Gomoa Nyanyano Teachers' Quarters in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region after going swimming

Ghana Football Association has announced the dismissal of Otto Addo as head coach of Ghana's senior national team, the Black Stars

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government's commitment to youth development, urging young Ghanaians to prioritise skills, innovation, and leadership as the country navigates a rapidly evolving global economy.

Authorities in the Ayawaso Central Municipality have temporarily closed down Accra New Town Experimental School following the collapse of a church building, which trapped 23 people. Twenty have been rescued, while three have been confirmed dead

Former Deputy Minister of Trade and Industry, Michael Okyere Baafi, has challenged the Auditor-General to clarify its report regarding claims that GH¢89.4 million is to be paid as interest subsidies to five commercial banks on behalf of certain One District One Factory (1D1F) companies.

A fresh violent attack has been reported in the Nkwanta South Municipality, leaving two people burned to death and another injured with cutlass wounds. The incident adds to the ongoing conflict in the area

Minority in Parliament has petitioned the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), and the Police CID to investigate an 11 million cedis renovation contract awarded to Deputy Chief of Staff, Stan Dogbe

Divisional Police Commander of Dormaa Central Municipal, Chief Superintendent Daniel Kwao Teye, has cautioned motorbike, tricycle, and Pragya riders to exercise extreme care while on the roads, urging them to follow traffic rules to help reduce the incidence of accidents

Renowned Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama has announced plans to take legal action against members of the ‘Black Maria,' the Inspector-General of Police's Special Operations Team, following an incident he describes as a serious assault on him in Tamale over the weekend. He stated that those responsible must be held accountable

Frank Annoh-Dompreh demands that the Ghana Cocoa Board publish the list of purchasing clerks allegedly paid, following cocoa farmers' complaints over non-payment.

Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has urged President John Dramani Mahama to seek guidance from former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on governance, particularly in addressing challenges in the cocoa sector and the broader economy

President John Mahama has announced plans to introduce a National Emoluments Policy to address salary disparities across Ghana's public sector, revealing that the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission will be restructured and transitioned into an Independent Emoluments Commission

President John Dramani Mahama has voiced serious concern over the escalating conflict involving Israel, United States, and Iran, warning that the hostilities extend beyond the Middle East and could have global repercussions.

Embassy of Ghana in Qatar has announced plans to carry out an emergency evacuation exercise for Ghanaians residing in Qatar due to heightened security concerns in the region

General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Justin Kodua Frimpong, is set to unveil an online registration system in the coming days to support and streamline the party's ongoing membership registration exercise

Engineers at the Weija Dam have raised serious concerns about increasing encroachment around the dam and its treatment facility, warning that a collapse could have devastating consequences for parts of the capital

Executive Secretary of the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana, Samson Asaki Awingobit, has commended the government and the Minister of Finance, Cassiel Ato Forson, for implementing a ban on the land transit of certain selected goods into the country.

Ghana Union of Traders' Associations (GUTA) has expressed deep concern over the escalating conflict in the Middle East, warning that the crisis could have serious repercussions for the global economy, especially for developing countries like Ghana

A report by the National Road Safety Authority has revealed that 273 road accidents in the Western North Region in 2025 resulted in 92 fatalities. Of those who lost their lives, 71 were males, highlighting the urgent need for increased road safety awareness and measures in the region

As Ghana marks its 69th Independence Day, the demand for Ghana jerseys has surged across markets. Vendors say sales have increased sharply, but prices have also gone up. Is it patriotism, celebration, or just a seasonal trend? Vendors and citizens share their views on the rising demand and cost

Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, has urged the government and senior citizens to reaffirm their responsibility in guiding the youth as they prepare to take on Ghana's future mantle

Tempers are flaring in some cocoa-growing communities in the Eastern Region, as some farmers threaten to rain curses on the government and President Mahama if the previous cocoa producer price is not restored

President John Dramani Mahama has called for the immediate cessation of the ongoing conflict involving Israel, the United States, and Iran. He urged the nations involved to return to the dialogue table and resolve their differences amicably through peaceful negotiations rather than continued hostilities

National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has moved to calm fears among Ghanaians, assuring the public that the country currently has sufficient fuel stocks to last several weeks despite escalating tensions in the Middle East following recent attacks and regional unrest

Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has issued a compliance notice to all licensed gold buyers, urging strict adherence to reporting obligations set out in their licensing conditions

Some staff of the Drivers and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) are expected to travel overseas in the coming months to facilitate the registration and renewal of licenses of Ghanaian drivers in the diaspora

Agona Swedru District Police Command has arrested two suspects for allegedly transporting 209 slabs of suspected narcotic drugs from Agona Akwasi Twi-Kwaa to Agona Swedru in the Central Region

Management of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has interdicted two doctors and two nurses for allegedly failing to provide emergency care to a hit-and-run victim

Minority in Parliament is calling for an immediate briefing on the floor of Parliament following reports of the killing of Ghanaians in Burkina Faso. They are urging government to provide full details on the incident

A student of Awutu Obrachire Senior High Technical School is battling for his life after he was allegedly attacked by students from another school during a zonal athletics competition at Agona Swedru in the Central Region

Some cocoa farmers in the Assin North District of the Central Region have staged a peaceful protest to express their displeasure over the reduction in the cocoa producer price for the 2025/2026 season

Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mahamudu Bawumia, has called on the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) to ease political tensions and refrain from using state power to intimidate opponents or settle political scores