Joy Fm Afternoon News Bulletin

President John Mahama submits ten separate petitions to CJ Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, seeking the removal of EC Chairperson Jean Mensah and her deputies, and Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng.

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin is set to rule on eligibility of Kpandai seat following Tamale Court ruling

Victims of a recent fire in the Dansoman Market have pleaded with the government for aid after suffering significant losses.

A group of Ghanaians, led by Apostle Abraham Lincoln Larbi and a private legal practitioner, Martin Kpebu, has staged a protest in Accra demanding the removal of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng from office over what they describe as his failure to deliver on his mandate.

The Tamale High Court, presided over by Justice Emmanuel Brew Plange, has annulled the 2024 parliamentary election results for the Kpandai constituency and ordered a fresh poll within 30 days, following a successful legal challenge.

An Accra Circuit Court has granted blogger Samuel Amadotor of Dklassgh.net bail of GH¢50,000 with two sureties. He faces charges of allegedly publishing false information aimed at tarnishing the reputation of former NCA Board Chairman Okatakyie Boakye Danquah Ababio II.

The OSP is set to arraign Ken Ofori-Atta and seven others before the court in connection with the SML case.

Hundreds of former employees of the Bogoso-Prestea Mine have issued a damning critique of the mine's current operator, Heath Goldfields Limited, claiming the company has failed to honour its financial obligations and is mirroring the deficiencies of its ousted predecessor.

Deputy Minority Leader Patricia Appiagyei has called on the government to ensure that the 400 million cedis allocated to the Women's Bank in the 2025 budget is released without delay.

The Ghana Armed Forces have announced the resumption of their recruitment exercise in the Greater Accra Region, introducing modifications to the process.

The Bank of Ghana's planned $1.15 billion forex injection has led to a 2.5% appreciation of the cedi, signaling renewed investor confidence. This move could push total forex support in 2025 to over $2.5 billion.

The Ministry of Education has dismissed allegations of bribery in school placement, stating that theres no evidence to back the claims.

Chairman Wontumi placed on stop list, barred from travelling outside Ghana as High Court admits him to GH¢ 15 million bail over illegal mining charges

Illegal mining activities have destroyed 3 kilometers of the Nsuta–Takoradi–Akyem rail line, halting manganese haulage and costing the nation an estimated $18 million.

The NPP Minority in Parliament is calling for the dismissal of Communications Minister Sam George, accusing him of arrogance, disrespect, and failure to secure price reductions for DSTV users.

Godfred Dame appears before CID over alleged misconduct in Ato Forson trial

UTAG has resolved to shut down all public universities, citing the government's failure to declare a targeted state of emergency as the basis for its decision.

IMANI Africa demands audit of programme after forensic report revealed fiscal leakages

A recent study by Pure Earth and Ghana's EPA found dangerous levels of heavy metals in food from artisanal mining areas, posing a major health risk. The government now faces backlash over its response, with growing calls for urgent action.

Scientists warn of dangerous heavy metal contamination in food from artisanal mining areas, posing a major health risk. Toxic substances are making their way into rice production fields as galamsey continues to cause devastation.

Excessive use of alum in water treatment, combined with substance abuse, can contribute to serious kidney problems.

The Lands and Natural Resources Ministry has announced plans to deploy military and security forces to key river bodies, marking a significant escalation in the fight against this environmental menace.

Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine has accused the Ghana Bar Association (GBA) of leaving its professional path and turning partisan.

UTAG has sounded a serious alarm, warning that it may suspend academic work nationwide unless the government steps up urgently in the fight against illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey.

The destructive impact of illegal mining, known locally as galamsey, is now weighing heavily on Ghanaian consumers as the Ghana Water Company is demanding a steep tariff increase to be able to treat water for consumers.

"If the NDC is settling scores, they should let us know. Why do they keep making reference to Charlotte Osei?" - Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, MP - Manhyia South/Vice Chairman, Subsidiary Legislation & Member - Constitutional And Legal Affairs Committee

ECG has submitted a proposal to the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) for a steep 225% increase in its Distribution Service Charge (DSC1).

President Mahama warns MMDCEs over poor sanitation enforcement ,and unregulated construction.

WAEC has arrested 14 individuals, including teachers, students, and invigilators, across the country for their alleged involvement in examination malpractice during the ongoing WASSCE.

NPP has petitioned the Police over alleged death threats and attacks by NDC's National Vice Chairman Sofo Azorka and others. Communications Director Richard Ahiagbah warned the acts endanger democracy and urged swift action.