Author: Krobea

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has identified unemployability as the central challenge facing young people across Africa. Speaking at the Continental Youth Symposium in Morocco, he said many young Africans are educated but lack relevant job-market skills. “The challenge is not simply unemployment — it is unemployability,” he stated. He explained that although many young people possess formal qualifications, they often lack the competencies required by employers and evolving markets. Mr Ayariga outlined what he described as a “three-part problem” contributing to the crisis. These include “skills gap—training that does not match market…

Former Minister of Finance Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta has been released from detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). “He is home with his family,” Mr Ofori-Atta’s lawyers said in a press release dated Wednesday, April 8, 2026. The former Finance Minister was released, according to the press release, pursuant to judicial order. “Mr Ofori-Atta remains fully committed to use due process in defense of his rights as guaranteed under the constitution and the laws of the United States.” The press release issued by Minkah-Premo, Osei-Bonsu, Bruce-Cathline & Partners said Mr Ofori-Atta and his family “remain thankful to God…

The Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has disclosed plans to petition the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, over the government’s decision to reduce cocoa prices. The announcement follows a tour of cocoa-growing communities in the Ahafo Region, where farmers voiced deep frustration over price cuts and payment delays, which they say are affecting their livelihoods. During visits to Tano North, Asutifi North, and Asutifi South, Annoh-Dompreh cautioned that if the government under John Dramani Mahama fails to respond to the concerns raised, the Minority will formally seek the intervention of the Asantehene to help…

President John Dramani Mahama has nominated five persons to the Fiscal Council in pursuant to Section 11D of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016. Among these is a former Governor of the Bank of Ghana Dr Henry Akpenamawu Kofi Wampah, who represents expertise from the Central Bank. The other members are Professor Patrick Opoku Asuming, who represents academia, Leslie Dwight Mensah, who represents civil society, and Kweku Bedu-Addo, a former public policy expert from the Ministry of Finance. Nominated as Chairperson is Dr Emmanuel Oteng Kumah. “The Fiscal Council will work to strengthen financial oversight, fiscal prudence and shape sound…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has revealed plans to tighten registration requirements for owners and drivers of petroleum tankers operating in Ghana. The Authority’s Chief Executive Officer, Godwin Edudzi Tameklo, stated that the move aims to enhance safety standards and curb the growing number of road accidents involving tanker vehicles. Speaking at the Safety Week event organised by the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies on Tuesday, April 7, Mr Tameklo explained that only tankers meeting rigorous operational and safety criteria will be allowed on the nation’s roads under the new measures. He underscored that ensuring safety is a shared responsibility…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA), in collaboration with the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies (COMAC), has officially launched Safety Week 2026 to reinforce safety standards across Ghana’s downstream petroleum industry. The event, held on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, at the GIMPA Executive Conference Centre, was themed: ‘Manage the Risk Before it Becomes an Incident’ and brought together key stakeholders to encourage proactive safety measures and industry-wide collaboration. Speaking at the launch, NPA Chief Executive Godwin Kudzo Tameklo highlighted persistent concerns over tanker accidents and fuel siphoning, emphasising ongoing efforts with stakeholders to improve driver competence and public safety. He noted,…

Minority Chief Whip in Parliament Frank Annoh-Dompreh has questioned whether President John Dramani Mahama would have reduced cocoa prices if this year were an election year, suggesting the move is politically motivated. Speaking on Tuesday, April 7, during the Minority caucus’s tour of the Bono Region, Mr. Annoh-Dompreh noted the recent reduction in cocoa prices and raised concerns about its timing. “Would Mahama have reduced cocoa prices if this year was an election year? He thinks he can punish cocoa farmers during this period and when the election year comes, he gives them some small money to lure them to…

Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri Frank Annoh-Dompreh has raised alarm over what he describes as the use of sugar sacks for packaging cocoa beans in some parts of the country. According to him, the development points to operational challenges within the cocoa value chain, particularly in the supply of standardised materials used for bagging and handling produce. Speaking during the Minority Caucus’ engagement with stakeholders in cocoa-growing communities, Annoh-Dompreh indicated that such practices could have implications for quality control and Ghana’s long-standing reputation in the global cocoa market. He stressed that cocoa remains a critical pillar…

The Minority Caucus has stepped up its nationwide outreach to cocoa-growing communities, seeking to highlight concerns over declining producer prices and delays in payments within the sector. On Tuesday, the group, led by Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, commenced the third phase of its tour in the Ahafo Region. As part of the visit, the delegation paid courtesy calls on traditional leaders to formally notify them of the exercise and seek their support ahead of engagements with cocoa farmers. The chiefs visited included Nana Osei Kofi Abirie, Osuodogya Barima Appiahgya Boafo, and Osahene Kwaku…

The Matchday 28 late kickoff between Asante Kotoko and FC Samartex was on Monday, April 6 rained off. After a goalless first half, referee Nathan Anafo had no option than to whistle for a suspension of play at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. As per regulations of the Ghana Premier League, the match will restart at the point it was suspended. As a result, the match will be played from the second half of the game. The Porcupine Warriors are seeking to close in at the top despite their 4th place. They will cut the point gap with leaders Bibiani…