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Kingsley Ofosu Ntiamoah has described Communications Minister Samuel Nartey George as incompetent, unprincipled and dishonest, questioning his performance and conduct in office

GNAT, NAGRAT and PRETAG have maintained that outstanding issues—including promotion arrears, salary adjustments and other conditions of service—must be addressed. The unions have said they want concrete action and payment, not repeated assurances.

Isaac Nii Baah, GNAT's Head of Salaries, has called on government to address teachers' outstanding concerns, including unpaid promotion arrears and other conditions of service, as the nationwide strike continues.

Questions are being raised over the ownership, control, and management of the Hohoe Sports Stadium/AstroTurf and the Agogo Sports and Cultural Complex. Recent investigations by Corruption Watch have raised concerns about private interests allegedly connected to the land and facilities, which were funded substantially through public resources. The Hohoe Municipal Assembly has said it considers the Hohoe facility a state asset and is taking steps to secure its handover. At Agogo, the Municipal Assembly took custody of the facility in 2024 following a directive from Ghana Gas.

Rising of fuel prices and transport fares, questions are also being raised about public confidence in Ghana's economy and the current NDC government. At the same time, the recent incident at the court grounds has sparked debate about whether the proper procedure was followed.

Are foreign interests becoming too influential in Ghana's corporate space? Should Ghana be doing more to support local businesses and farmers instead of relying heavily on imported food such as rice and other staples? And when illegal drugs such as cocaine are detected in or passing through the country, serious questions arise: How are these substances getting through our borders, ports, and airports? Are our security systems strong enough to prevent trafficking?

In this first CODECA book, we take a closer look at some of the key issues affecting the lives and livelihoods of Ghanaians. The discussion touches on the consistency of free SHS, concerns surrounding drug-related issues, the struggles of cocoa farmers over cocoa prices, and the impact of rising fuel prices. The conversation also examines the relationship between the Ghana cedi and the US dollar, and why a reduction in the dollar's value has not necessarily translated into noticeable improvements in the everyday lives of citizens. From education and agriculture to fuel prices and the cost of living, this book brings together important concerns and reflections on Ghana's economic and social challenges.

Acting Commissioner of the Rent Control Department, Frederick Opoku, is calling for more resources for the department, questioning why the EPA has been given more vehicles while Rent Control reportedly has only two vehicles to operate with. He says adequate resources are needed for the department to effectively carry out its mandate

Bryan Acheampong claims Yaw Ampofo Ankrah texted him to halt construction of the Nkawkaw Stadium project after work had already begun. What prompted the directive, and what does it mean for the project? Hear Bryan Acheampong explain his side of the story.

Leader and Founder of the United Party (UP+), Alan Kyerematen, has alleged that “mafia tactics” were used against him during the 2024 elections. He has blamed Ghana's challenges on the two dominant political parties, the NPP and NDC. He says he is determined to break what he describes as the political duopoly and believes God will give him the strength to achieve his vision.

Kwadwo Nsafoah Poku raises concerns over government's reliance on Treasury bills, claiming the NDC government has borrowed GH¢160 billion through the instrument in 2026 alone.

Abena Pokua says Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa and the NDC owe pastors and Ghanaians an apology over what she describes as misleading claims about the National Cathedral project. What do you make of her call for an apology?

Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Foreign Affairs Committee, Nana Asafo Adjei Ayeh, is demanding clarity on the figures surrounding Ghana's evacuation from South Africa and reparations owed

Ghana's frequent curriculum and textbook changes are making it harder for families to reuse books from one child to another. This episode explores the financial burden on parents, what happens to old textbooks, and whether greater curriculum stability could make education more affordable. Should textbooks really have an expiry date?

Former NAGRAT President Angel Carbonu is calling for a more inclusive approach to the recent SHS placement challenge, arguing that the 55,000 students who were unable to secure placement should be given remedial opportunities to improve their performance while continuing their education. He also questions the standards guiding Ghana's education system

Former Education Minister Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum says the school placement system under the NPP was fully computerized, with no manual process involved. His comments come as the current placement process introduces a different approach for some BECE candidates, including self-placement for those who failed either English or Mathematics. What has changed in the placement system, and which approach best serves students and parents?

Before we decide that 55,000 students are not ready for SHS, shouldn't we first ask whether every child has had the same quality of education and learning opportunities across Ghana? With thousands of BECE candidates left out of SHS placement after failing either English Language or Mathematics, concerns are growing over whether the decision takes into account the different educational realities across the country.

Janet Nabla has questioned the reported GH¢19 billion profit by State-Owned Enterprises (SOEs), describing the figure as “cooked,” “fake” and a “scam.” She has also criticised Paul Baffoe Bonnie over his comments on the issue, saying he has lowered his standards by speaking on the matter

Police have arrested five people suspected of involvement in the burning of classrooms and dormitories at Okuapeman Senior High School and Mount Sinai Senior High School. Akuapem North MP, Sammi Awuku, says the incidents must be treated as criminal acts and dealt with accordingly

Omanhene Kwabena Asante is appealing to President John Dramani Mahama to address growing safety concerns at marketplaces, as Dwaso Nsem goes live at the Madina Bohye Market

Tanker drivers are appealing to the government to urgently fix deplorable roads, saying the poor road conditions continue to put their lives at risk and contribute to deadly accidents

Kamaldeen Abdulai has criticised the government over the worsening galamsey situation and what he describes as the lack of job opportunities for Ghana's youth despite promises made by President John Dramani Mahama

Fraud can happen when we least expect it. The Ghana Association of Banks Anti-Fraud Campaign is raising awareness, encouraging vigilance and empowering the public to spot fraudulent schemes before they cause harm. Stay alert, ask questions and help protect the trust we place in our institutions and one another

Secretary of Krobo Community Youth Connect, Gyan Isaac Kantinka, has criticized Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh's decision to close down the Techiman Krobo Nursing and Midwifery Training College, describing it as impulsive. He argues that the principal could have stepped aside to allow the school to continue operating instead of shutting down the institution

Deputy Minister for the Interior, Ebenezer Okletey Terlabi, says drivers who use sirens without the required permit will face sanctions, including removal of the siren, a fine and suspension of their driving licence, regardless of their status

Beatrice Sowah, Queenmother of Fruit Sellers at Bohyeba Market, alleges that some fishmongers and market women are using chemicals meant to preserve dead bodies to revive rotten fish for sale

Father of a student of Obuasi SecTech, Joh Kweku Bobna, says his daughter has been left traumatised following an alleged rape involving the school's headmaster. He shares the family's concerns and the impact the incident has had on his daughter

Deputy Minister for Trade Sampson Ahi has dismissed claims linking GoldBod to losses incurred by the Bank of Ghana, accusing the Minority of pushing a misleading narrative. He insists the IMF report did not state that GoldBod caused a loss to the central bank

Convener of the Coalition of Unemployed Graduates with Disabilities, Gilbert Boateng Agyare, says the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service admitted that none of the 7,000 people recruited were persons with disabilities, raising concerns over inclusivity in the recruitment process

Hopeson Adorye weighs in on the impact of GoldBod on Ghana's economy, highlighting its potential to transform the country's gold sector and drive economic growth

Acting NPP National Chairman Dankwah Smith Buttey has responded to concerns over Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's perceived absence, saying people may be looking for him in the wrong places

A strong political allegation has been levelled against President John Mahama, his family and members of his administration. Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah weighs in on the controversies and raises questions about accountability within government

Ghana's senior women's national team, the Black Queens, have demanded the payment of outstanding bonuses and per diems while accusing the government of neglect and inadequate professional support during their campaign at the ongoing Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco

Lawyer Samson Lardy Anyenini argues that judges deserve vacation and proper rest, given the demanding nature of their work. He also weighs in on the legal vacation debate, suggesting that political interference can undermine important institutions

From the five-year presidential term and elected DCEs to the proposed abolition of the death penalty and changes to the size of government, the Attorney-General, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has presented government's position on the Constitutional Review Committee's recommendations. What do these proposed changes mean for Ghana and its democracy? Let's unpack them

Executive Director of IFEST, Peter Anti Partey, has urged the National Council of Private Schools to seek concrete data on BECE results from private schools before making claims that WAEC is deliberately failing candidates. He cautions against making allegations that could undermine public confidence in WAEC without sufficient evidence

Deputy Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party, Jennifer Queen, has reacted to comments by Nana Yaa Jantuah, suggesting that she is being strategic in shifting attention away from the NPP's ‘Democracy Under Attack' demonstration. She argues that Nana Yaa Jantuah's approach is a calculated move to redirect public discussion

Fuseini Donkor clarifies that the Supreme Court's decision to strike down the delegate system will only affect presidential and parliamentary elections, not the NDC's polling station-to-national election structure.

GPRTU's Samuel Amoah says drivers and passengers should not be overly excited about the fuel subsidy and suspension of transport fare increases, as more reductions in fuel prices are needed. He also highlights a new LI aimed at ensuring commercial drivers join transport unions and comply with approved fares

Bono Regional Minister has sat aloof for galamsey to go on and destroy water bodies in Atronie — Ebuasua Panyin Omono Asamoah

Chairman of the Trades Union Congress (TUC), Bernard Owusu, has opposed the privatization of VALCO, arguing that the move could limit Ghana's share of revenue. He maintains that state-owned institutions can be successfully managed by Ghanaians if they are free from political interference.

Lawyer for Sedina Tamakloe, Enoch Deegbe, maintains that the prosecution failed to prove the allegations brought against his client. According to him, the evidence presented in court did not substantiate the claims made by the prosecution