Author: Krobea

The debate on the 2026 budget statement and government’s economic policy for the year ending December 31, 2026 is set for conclusion today, Thursday, November 27. This will be exactly two weeks since the Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, delivered the budget. It was themed: ‘Resetting for Growth, Jobs and Economic Transformation’. Debate on the budget began on Tuesday, November 18, five days after it was presented to the House. The conclusion of debate will hand leadership of the legislature the sole responsibility to make their statements. “The leadership’s concluding remarks will highlight key insights, priority areas…

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA), in partnership with the Ghana National Ambulance Service, has celebrated the passing-out ceremony of the final batch of Community Medical First Responders (CMFR) at the National Ambulance Training Centre in Nkenkaaso in the Ashanti Region. The event marked a significant moment in the nationwide effort to improve access to timely emergency care, particularly in underserved communities. Led by the Agency’s Chief Executive Officer, Malik Basintale, the CMFR initiative has been recognised as a major step in empowering young people with essential lifesaving skills. The completion of this final cohort reinforces the YEA’s commitment to equipping…

The government on Wednesday, November 26 inaugurated an 11-member Ministerial Oversight Committee for Ghana’s participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The Committee is expected to oversee the preparations towards the global tournament as well as ensuring the highest level of integrity during the country’s participation. The Committee was officially inaugurated by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah. He charged members to work tirelessly in the execution of their critical duties, emphasizing accountability and diligence. The committee has been specifically tasked with: This is seen as an effort to avoid the ignominy that characterised the country’s participation in the 2014…

A group of military officers say they have seized control of Guinea-Bissau amid reports that the president, Umaro Sissoco Embaló, has been arrested. Shortly after gunshots were heard in the capital, Bissau, government sources told the BBC that Embaló had been detained. Military officers then appeared on state TV, saying they had suspended the electoral process and would be in charge until further notice. The West African nation had been awaiting the outcome of Sunday’s presidential election, in which the main opposition candidate had been disqualified from running. The results were expected on Thursday – both Embaló and his closest…

Asante Kotoko suffered their first defeat in the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League on Wednesday to Basake Holy Stars. Prince Tweneboah’s injury-time strike sealed the 2-1 win for Augustine Evans Adotey’s side, who had won only once this season going into the outstanding game. The Porcupine Warriors went into the rescheduled Matchday 3 fixture after a goalless draw against FC Samartex on Sunday. It was the last of three outstanding matches scheduled for Kotoko in November to make up for their 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup campaign. After a goalless first half, the action heated up in the second. Richmond Somiah scored…

The Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Iddie Adams on Tuesday, November 25 inaugurated a nine-member Ministerial Advisory Board to support the Ministry’s policy direction and national sports development agenda. Speaking at the ceremony in Accra, Mr. Adams said the board will not be a symbolic group but an active body expected to offer strategic input across key areas including youth development, governance, and inclusive sports growth. He also revealed that the Sports Development Fund is being finalised and will soon be presented to Parliament to provide long-term financing for infrastructure and grassroots development. The board draws from government, the…

The Christian Council of Ghana (CCG) and the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) have weighed into the debate of the rights of non-Christians to practise their religions in Christian mission schools. The issue has reared its head again following a suit filed against Wesley Girls’ High School over the barring of Muslim students from observing their religious rites. But in a joint statement issued on Tuesday, November 25, CCG and GCBC insisted that the identity and ethos of their schools are paramount and must be protected. This, they further stress, must not be seen as hostility towards other faiths. “We…

The Office of the President has officially written to the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, to continue serving two more years. This follows recommendation by the Police Council and in accordance with relevant provisions governing the administration of the Ghana Police Service. IGP Yohuno was scheduled to proceed on retirement in December when he attains the statutory age. But President John Dramani Mahama is convinced the IGP must stay on to consolidate the gains made within the law enforcement agency. “Your re-engagement takes effect from 28th December, 2025,” a letter signed by Secretary to the President Dr…

Flagbearer hopeful of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum has announced plans to establish a welfare office at the Jubilee House to cater for the needs of party members if he is elected flagbearer and subsequently wins the 2028 presidential election. Dr Adutwum said the initiative is part of his broader commitment to strengthening the support system for loyal party members and ensuring that opportunities within the party and government structures are fairly distributed. He noted that welfare concerns remain a major issue for the grassroots and require deliberate attention. Speaking to delegates during his campaign tour…

Roads Minister Governs Agbodza has dismissed claims that construction work on the Accra-Kumasi bypass has been halted, insisting that President John Mahama has not directed any contractor to stop work. The Minister described circulating reports of a supposed suspension of the project as false and urged the public to disregard them. In a firm clarification issued on Tuesday in Parliament, Mr Agbodza stressed that the government remains fully committed to the ongoing works on the major highway. According to him, contractors are still on site and progressing according to schedule, contrary to suggestions that the project had been put on…