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The Minority Caucus in Parliament has criticised what it describes as the excessive conduct of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) in the arrest of Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, arguing that the development represents a diversion from the pressing economic challenges confronting Ghanaians. In a statement dated Thursday, February 11 and signed by the Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Caucus said the incident reflects misplaced priorities at a time of national difficulty. According to the statement, the investigation stems from a February 3, 2026, communique issued by the Secretary to the President, Mr Callistus Mahama, directing the NIB to probe allegations…

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has called for the immediate release of Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, describing his reported detention by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) as “totally unacceptable in the pursuit of justice”. In a statement issued on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, and signed by Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Caucus condemned what it termed an abuse of power. The statement outlined that the investigation into Mr Ofosu Nkansah followed a directive from the Secretary to the President, Mr Callistus Mahama, dated February 3, requesting the NIB to investigate allegations he allegedly made on Sompa Radio concerning the payment…

The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has called for transparency and strict adherence to constitutional procedures in the case involving former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, who has reportedly been detained by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). The civil society group said the manner of his arrest and subsequent relocation raises significant legal and human rights concerns. Mr Ofosu Nkansah is said to have voluntarily appeared before the NIB on Thursday, February 5, accompanied by his lawyer, in connection with allegations he had publicly raised. The CDM stated that he was…

The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has demanded urgent clarification from the government regarding the legal status and whereabouts of Mr Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, following his reported detention by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). The group described the circumstances of his arrest as alarming and warned that the situation raises serious constitutional concerns. In a strongly worded statement, the CDM said Mr Ofosu Nkansah, former CEO of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), had initially cooperated fully with investigators. It stated that he voluntarily appeared before the NIB on Thursday, February 5, with his lawyer to assist with an…

The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has suspended all public gatherings and student programmes until further notice. Officially approved religious, medical or humanitarian programmes are, however, exempted. This follows a violent clash among some student groups over the weekend. The clash on Sunday dawn left one student seriously injured. In a press release issued on Tuesday, February 10, management said investigations are underway to “identify all persons involved and recommend appropriate sanctions in accordance with University regulations and due process”. “All public gatherings and student programmes are suspended until further notice, except for officially approved religious, medical…

Parliamentary Candidate-elect of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for the upcoming Ayawaso East by-election Baba Jamal Mohammed Ahmed has been affirmed by his party for the exercise next month. Baba Jamal will, therefore, be the party’s candidate in the by-elections on Tuesday, March 3. This follows the submission of a report by a three-member committee set up by the party to probe allegations of inducement and vote buying in the primaries on Saturday, February 7. Chaired by party stalwart Kofi Totobi Quakyi, the committee was given Tuesday, February 10 to submit its report to the party. The Majority in Parliament…

Parliament has approved an amount of GH¢2.9 billion for the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, popularly known as Mahama Care, following the passage of the relevant financial allocation. The approval marks a major step in the government’s efforts to strengthen access to specialised healthcare, particularly for patients suffering from chronic non-communicable diseases. The approval came after consideration of the necessary policy and funding arrangements, with lawmakers acknowledging the growing burden of chronic illnesses on households and the healthcare system. The Fund is designed to provide financial support for the treatment and management of conditions such as cancers, kidney failure, and other…

Agricultural modernisation under the Feed Ghana initiative is expected to play a key role in curbing food inflation and strengthening rural livelihoods in 2026, according to EM Advisory. The programme aims to improve input availability, storage infrastructure, and market access across Ghana’s agricultural value chain. Food prices are projected to rise sharply this year, with food inflation expected to exceed 16% by December. They stress that improving agricultural productivity could stabilise prices while reducing the import burden. “Targeted interventions in agriculture not only reduce inflation but also strengthen rural incomes and support domestic food security,” the report noted. The advisory…

Ghana’s manufacturing and technology sectors are set for accelerated growth in 2026 if infrastructure and policy constraints are addressed, according to the EM Advisory 2026 macroeconomic outlook. The advisory identifies the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and rising venture capital investment in tech startups as key growth drivers. While Ghana has historically struggled with power reliability and logistics bottlenecks, the Big Push Infrastructure Programme is expected to alleviate some constraints. “With GH¢30 billion allocated for roads, bridges, ports, and logistics corridors, private investment could be encouraged and transaction costs reduced,” the report noted. Technology startups in Ghana have attracted…

The Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF), also known as Mahama Cares, has intensified preparations for its nationwide rollout to support patients living with chronic non-communicable diseases (NCDs) in Ghana’s newly created regions. The initiative aims to ensure that all Ghanaians have access to life-saving care, regardless of their location or financial capacity. According to a Facebook post by GMTF on Tuesday, February 10, the team is focusing on assessing the readiness of designated regional hospitals that were previously not included in the nationwide evaluation. “We are back on the road this week, assessing the readiness of designated regional hospitals in…