Author: Krobea

The Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) is calling on parties in the escalating hostilities in the Gulf region to exercise maximum restraint and ensure full compliance to UN laws. This follows rising tension after airstrikes between Israeli forces and their Iranian counterparts. “The intensification of military action risks widening instability in the Middle East with serious consequences for international peace and security in general and for global energy markets, trade, and food supply chains especially for Africa and other vulnerable regions,” the sub regional bloc said in a statement. It added that the protection of civilian lives and…

The current First Vice Chairman of New Patriotic Party (NPP) branch in the US, James Owusu, has officially declared his candidacy for the position of Branch Chairman. As a result, he is promising renewal, unity and strengthened internal structures. In a statement dated February 23, 2026, Mr Owusu said his decision was borne out of “profound humility and an unyielding love” for the party, describing leadership as a call to service rather than a title. Mr Owusu brings more than two decades of party experience to the race. He previously served as NPP–USA National Youth Organiser and later as Chairman…

President John Dramani Mahama is set to deliver the keynote address at the solemn opening of the 2026 Judicial Year of the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights. The ceremony, which also officially launches the commemoration of the Court’s 20th anniversary, will take place on Monday, March 2 at the Kibo Hall within the Court’s premises in Arusha, United Republic of Tanzania. President Mahama is expected to arrive as the Guest of Honour at 1100 EAT. He will first hold a meeting with the President of the African Court, Honourable Justice Blaise Tchikaya, before the commencement of formal proceedings.…

Registrar of Companies Maame Samma Peprah has reaffirmed the enduring strength and influence of women in leadership after answering the call of the Kyerɛ Wo Dɔ Drive in support of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund. Her participation echoed the famous words, “A woman is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture, and transform,” a sentiment organisers say was reflected in her swift response when her name was mentioned during the initiative. According to the team behind the drive, Mrs Peprah did not hesitate to step forward, declaring that “there’s no time to waste.” In a symbolic…

The Minority in Parliament has been accused of embarking on a smear campaign to denigrate distinguished technocrats at COCOBOD, following what critics describe as a failed attempt by some ‘rented farmers’ to tarnish the image of the cocoa regulator. The accusations come after members of the Minority New Patriotic Party (NPP), led by the Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, made wild allegations against the Deputy Chief Executive of COCOBOD in charge of Finance and Administration, Ato Boateng. Member of Parliament for Old Tafo Vincent Ekow Assafuah has petitioned the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and…

Corporate Ghana has received a strong incentive to support life-saving healthcare initiatives, with Safebond Africa Limited taking the lead through a generous contribution to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF). The company’s Group Executive Chairman, Krobo Edusei Jnr., hailed the 100% tax deduction for corporate donations as a “powerful and strategic enabler” that can drive sustained private sector engagement in the Fund’s mission. Mr. Edusei Jnr. led a delegation to the GMTF Secretariat to present a GH$100,000 donation in support of the Fund’s ongoing “Kyɛrɛ Wo Dɔ” (“Show Your Love”) initiative. He emphasised that the tax incentive transforms giving from…

President John Dramani Mahama has announced that three new technical universities will be established as part of efforts to advance technical education in Ghana. He also indicated that three new public universities will be established in Kintampo in the Bono East Region, Jasikan in the Oti Region and Damongo in the Savannah Region. “To expand access to higher education and support balanced regional growth and meet the rising demand for quality tertiary education, we have entered international partnerships to establish two new public universities,” he said in Parliament as he delivered the state-of-the-nation address. “I’m happy to announce also that…

The Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has defended the record of the erstwhile Akufo-Addo administration, insisting that it made significant contributions to the Sinking Fund during its tenure. He said the previous government deposited over GH¢138 million into the Fund. Speaking during the presentation of the Business Statement for the ensuing week in Parliament, Mr Annoh-Dompreh challenged assertions that the former administration had failed to take meaningful steps to resource the Sinking Fund. He maintained that the record shows clear financial commitments made under the previous government. According to him, the claim that the GH¢138 million deposited into the Fund…

The Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP), has launched a nationwide monitoring exercise for the 100th cycle of the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) payments. The initiative, which began last week, is ongoing across all 16 regions to ensure that cash transfers reach their intended beneficiaries. Teams drawn from the Ministry and its partner institutions are visiting selected payment centres to supervise the disbursement process, interact directly with beneficiaries, and gather first-hand feedback on service delivery. “We are engaging district authorities and community leaders to improve coordination and strengthen the overall implementation of…

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has settled on Bryant University in Providence, Rhode Island as base for the Black Stars ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This came to light as officials of the state made statement to express happiness with the decision of the Ghanaian football-governing body. “I’m excited to welcome the Ghana Black Stars to Rhode Island and thrilled that Bryant University will be the team’s Base Camp training site for their FIFA World Cup 2026 run,” Congressman Gabe Amo said. “I hope they will take advantage of all our great state has to offer and I…