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Majority Caucus Defends BoG Over GH¢15.6 Billion Operating Cost

Majority Caucus Defends BoG Over GH¢15.6 Billion Operating Cost The Majority Caucus in Parliament has defended the Bank of Ghana over its reported GH¢15.6 billion operating cost for 2025, insisting that the expenditure does not affect the central bank’s core mandate of regulating Ghana’s economy. Addressing a press conference in Accra on Thursday, the Member of Parliament for Sagnarigu, Issah Atta, stated that the authority of the central bank is grounded in law and not determined by the strength of its balance sheet. According to him, central banks across the world have recorded losses while still maintaining effective control over inflation and economic stability. He cited the European Central Bank, which reported losses in 2023 and 2024, as well as the Federal Reserve System in the United States, which has faced continuous income shortfalls since September 2022. The MP also referenced the Czech National Bank, noting that it operated with negative equity for 17 consecutive years whil...
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JERRY AHMED TELLS GOVERNMENT TO KEEP THE LIGHT ON AS BECE EXAMS

JERRY AHMED TELLS GOVERNMENT TO KEEP THE LIGHT ON AS BECE EXAMS START ON MONDAY  Second Deputy Minority Chief Whip who doubled as Member of Parliament (MP) for Weija Gbawe Constituency, Jerry Ahmed Shaib Esq has urged government and that of Energy Ministry to keep light on during Basic Education Certification Examination (BECE) which starts on Monday.  According to the legislature, “it is going to be unbearable for our young candidates to face Dumsor during the exam period since they will need light to learn throughout the exams period”. He stated.  He revealed the above information during distribution of over 3000 pair of sandals to students at his constituents named “MPs sandals Project” at Weija Cluster of Schools Astro Turf.  He added that, the sandals were manufactured at his constituents with the aim to create jobs for the youth at Weija Gbawe Constituency.  Hon. Jerry Ahmed wished all BECE candidates well  and pray for a successful exams  for al...
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Free Us From Searches": Asking Government To Abolished The Law

  CR "Free Us From Searches": Asking Government To Abolished The Law That Criminals Marijuana User, Advocates Urge Legalization of Marijuana in Ghana to Boost Economy— Rasterfarians To Government*     Mankessim Baifikrom, Ghana – A passionate plea has been issued by advocates for the legalization of marijuana in Ghana, with a central regional president of the "Resterfarian" group Jah Eddy Bongo calling on the government and security forces to cease arrests and searches of individuals traveling with the substance, then asked government to abolished the law that criminals Marijuana . The group argues that they are not enemies of the Ghanaian economy and that legalizing marijuana could significantly contribute to economic growth and job creation.       During a "World International Weed or Majuana Day" celebration in the Mankessim–baifikrom Mfantsman municipality, the regional president Jah Ady Bongo, in an interview with Douglas Oyiboh Amponsah, address...
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Three Remanded by Court Over Narcotics Charges

  Three Remanded by  Court Over Narcotics Charges The Nsuta Circuit Court in the Sekyere Central District of the Ashanti Region, presided over by His Lordship Simon Nketia Gagah, on Tuesday, April 21, 2026, remanded three persons into prison custody over alleged narcotics-related offences. The accused persons are 23-year-old rider, Fuseni Ali, also known as Adwen; 23-year-old bus conductor, Francis Manu, also known as Freedom; and 37-year-old driver, Eric Mahama, also known as Apeele. All three are residents of Offinso-Kokote. Presenting the facts before the court, the prosecution, led by Detective Chief Inspector Peter Kantoreje, stated that the complainants in the case are police officers from the Ashanti North Operations Command in Mampong. According to the prosecution, on Friday, February 17, 2026, the police received intelligence that the accused persons were engaged in the sale and use of narcotic substances, as well as the abuse of tramadol, at Offinso-Kokote. Acting on...
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Twifo Atti-Morkwa Voxy Drivers Appeal to Government: “Don’t Ban Our Livelihoods”*

 *Twifo Atti-Morkwa Voxy Drivers Appeal to Government: “Don’t Ban Our Livelihoods”* Toyota Voxy vehicles drivers in the Twifo Atti-Morkwa District have made a passionate appeal to the government to rescind any plans to ban the use of Voxy vehicles for commercial transport, argthe move would cripple their livelihoods. According to the drivers, the Voxy business has become a transformative venture for many families in the district, providing stable income and economic dignity. This is a game-changer for us. It’s what we do to take good care of our families.  Thy beg the government not to take this away from us. The drivers insisted that an outright ban would be punitive and counterproductive. Instead, they urged the government to engage directly with vehicle owners to ensure that only competent, experienced drivers are entrusted with the cars. What is most important now is proper vetting. Owners must search for qualified drivers with proven track records. Others recommended a re...
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President John Dramani Mahama President Mahama: Ofori-Atta extradition beyond Ghana’s control

 President John Dramani Mahama has said Ghana has no control over the outcome of the extradition request involving former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, stressing that the matter lies solely with the courts in the United States. Mr Mahama made the remarks on March 30, 2026, during a Presidential Dialogue with Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) in Accra, which brought together representatives from 162 groups. Responding to concerns raised by a representative of Arise Ghana, who warned that failure to secure Mr Ofori-Atta’s return could undermine public confidence in the country’s democratic system, the President underscored the limits of government influence in the matter. “I cannot comment on the extradition of our former finance minister because it is in a different jurisdiction and I have no control over it,” Mr Mahama said. “It is all in the hands of the American judiciary, and it is not within our effort to influence that.” He reiterated that although Ghana has formally subm...
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LGBTQ+ not Ghana’s top priority, President Mahama tells civil society

  President John Dramani Mahama has called for restraint and dialogue in the ongoing national debate on LGBTQ+ issues, stating that while the subject is important, it is not the country’s most pressing priority. Speaking during a Presidential Dialogue with Civil Society Organisations at Jubilee House in Accra on Monday, March 30, the President described the issue as sensitive and emotionally charged, even in societies with long-standing liberal traditions. He urged stakeholders to approach discussions with calm and respect for Ghana’s values. “I explained during my recent engagement with the World Affairs Council that it is not the most important issue we face as a nation. We are still grappling with the provisions of basic needs of education, health care, jobs, food, clothing, and shelter,” he stated. The President said the government remains focused on addressing key socio-economic challenges, including improving access to essential services and creating employment opportunities....
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