Author: Krobea

The Bawumia Campaign Team is demanding an urgent apology from New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer aspirant Kennedy Ohene Agyapong over recent accusations about the party’s first Presidential Candidate. Ken Agyapong is said to have accused fellow aspirant Dr Mahamudu Bawumia of citing health reasons in 1995 for the withdrawal of Albert Adu Boahen from the NPP primaries, won by J. A. Kufuor. “For absolute clarity, Dr. Bawumia has never made the statements that have been attributed to him,” a press release issued by the Chairman of the Campaign Communications, Nana Akomea, said. “We ask Hon. Kennedy Agyapong to produce the…

Many interested Ghanaians joined the virtual hearing of the immigration case involving former Finance Minister Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta in the US. However, lawyers of the embattled former public official immediately requested that the hearing be done in-camera. This request was quickly acceded to, forcing all those who had logged online taken offline. The hearing is at the Annandale Immigration Court in Virginia. The former Finance Minister joined from detention at the Caroline Detention Center. He was picked up by the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) after the expiration of his visa. The case was adjourned to Monday, April 27.

New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential hopeful Ing. Kwabena Agyei Agyepong has unveiled a six-pillar policy framework he says will guide his administration if elected as the party’s flagbearer on January 31 and subsequently wins the 2028 general election. Speaking to party supporters and the media on Tuesday, January 20 at Silicon House in Accra, Kwabena Agyepong described the initiative as his ‘New Dawn Agenda’, aimed at restoring hope, enhancing governance, and driving inclusive development across the country. The six pillars of his agenda include: Land Reform, Youth Empowerment, and Modern Agriculture. The former Presidential Spokesperson promises to simplify land title…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has commenced its annual Executive Committee (EXCO) retreat, aimed at reviewing the Authority’s performance in 2025 and setting strategic priorities for 2026. The retreat, which began on Monday, January 19, brings together senior management to assess achievements, identify challenges, and plan for improved service delivery across the petroleum sector. In his opening remarks, NPA Chief Executive Godwin Kudzo Tameklo praised the Authority’s performance over the past year, while urging the team to remain focused and collaborative in the months ahead. “The work we accomplished in 2025 was commendable, but there is always room for improvement.…

The Minority Caucus has outlined urgent measures to address Ghana’s inclusion on the US visa freeze list, describing it as a direct consequence of Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa’s mismanagement. This was at an emergency press briefing. The press briefing was held on Tuesday, January 20 by Nana Asafo-Adjei Ayeh. “The President must deploy a special envoy to Washington without delay,” he said. “We need someone with the authority, credibility, and respect to negotiate our removal from this list. Waiting for normal channels will cost Ghana dearly.” Nana Asafo-Adjei also criticised Ghana’s Ambassador to the US, stating, “Our Ambassador, Victor…

The Minority Caucus in Parliament has accused Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa of reckless diplomacy after the United States announced an indefinite pause on immigrant visa processing for Ghanaians. The emergency press conference was held on Tuesday, January 20 and delivered by Nana Asafo-Adjei Ayeh, Deputy Ranking Member of the Foreign Affairs Committee, on behalf of the caucus. Speaking to the media, Nana Asafo-Adjei said, “This visa freeze is not just a bureaucratic issue. It directly affects families who have waited years to reunite, and professionals whose careers depend on lawful migration. Our citizens are now paying the price for…

Legendary Ghanaian gospel musician Yaw Sarpong, founder and leader of the Asomafo gospel group, has died in Kumasi at the age of 66 after a period of ill health, multiple Ghanaian media outlets reported on Tuesday.

The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has intensified efforts against illegal mining in the Tano North District of the Ahafo Region following calls from Dr Gideon Boako, the Member of Parliament, urging swift action to protect the environment and local livelihoods. Between 5:00 am and 1:00 pm on Monday, January 19, NAIMOS conducted an intelligence-led operation targeting illegal mining sites polluting the River Bisi, a key tributary of the Tano River. The polluted river has severely affected farming communities, including Egya Wuradu Kuro, Egya Antwi, and Nana Etufuwaa Kuro. The task force dismantled makeshift structures and destroyed galamsey equipment,…

Energy Consumer Watch Ghana has backed the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) in its decision to maintain the price floor mechanism in fuel pricing. Oil-marketing company Star Oil had led a campaign for the mechanism to be scrapped in order to further beat down prices of fuel products. However, Energy Consumer Watch Ghana disagreed. “The call by Star Oil to scrap this mechanism is not only misguided but poses a real threat to market stability, fair competition, and long-term consumer welfare,” it said in a press statement on Monday, January 19. It observed that Ghana’s petroleum downstream market operates under a…

Ghana have been 72nd by FIFA for the third time in a row. In the latest ranking released on Monday, January 19, five months to the World Cup, the Black Stars are least ranked in Group L. From the rankings, England also maintain their position at fourth. Croatia and Panama, however, drop from 10th and 30th to 11th and 33rd respectively. There was no addition to the Black Stars point tally as a result of non-participation in the just-ended 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). They remain 14th on the African continent. Spain continue their dominance as they maintain the…