Author: Krobea

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Authority (NYA), Osman Ayariga, has called on young Ghanaians to focus on long-term leadership and leave a legacy that transcends their generation. Speaking at the opening of the 2026 International Youth Empowerment Summit (iYES) in Accra, Mr Ayariga encouraged participants to view their actions as building blocks for future generations. “Potential alone is not enough. Across our communities, there are young people full of ideas, creativity, and ambition, yet too often they face barriers that make them question whether the future is truly open to them,” he said. “When young people lose…

The Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) has served notice it will certain fees imposed on shipments without its approval. It stated, for instance, that some shipping lines imposed war risk surcharges on shipments even before the tensions in the Middle East escalated. “This is currently being investigated, and we assure the shipping public that where there are breaches and unfair treatments, we would forcefully address them,” the Authority said in a press release on Wednesday, March 11. It also reiterated that it has not imposed any surcharges on any shipments on behalf of shipping companies. “It must be clearly stated that…

The Minister of Sports of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Ahmad Donyamali, says they cannot participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup due to the recent tensions with “corrupt” US. Ahmad Donyamali says the conflict which has led to the killing of the Supreme Leader of country, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, will be a hindrance to their participation in the tournament, which is barely three months away “Considering that this corrupt regime has assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup,” Ahmad Donyamali is quoted by international news organisation Al Jazeera as saying. The US, who…

Two Ghanaians have sustained injuries following a drone attack in the vicinity of the Dubai International Airport on Wednesday, March 11. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the injuries are not critical with a full recovery expected soon. But the government condemned in strong terms the act which endangers civilian lives and critical infrastructure. “Such incidents pose serious risks to public safety and underscore the importance of ensuring the protection of civilians and vital international transport hubs,” a press releases issued by the Ministry on Wednesday said. It later added: “The Government of Ghana expresses its concern over the…

Corporate Ghana continues to rally behind the Heal Ghana Month campaign, with Consolidated Bank Ghana (CBG) making a significant contribution to support the treatment of non-communicable diseases across the country. In a show of solidarity, CBG on Wednesday presented a cheque for GHS300,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) to help advance its mission of providing financial support to Ghanaians battling critical non-communicable diseases. The donation was led by the Managing Director of CBG, Dr. Naomi Wolali Kwetey, who described the contribution as a modest gesture toward a much larger cause. “This is just a token, and we will…

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has assured the public that Ghana has adequate stocks of petroleum products and that the country’s fuel supply situation remains stable, despite recent concerns about developments in the global energy market. The Authority said the national fuel supply chain is functioning normally and that there is no cause for alarm. In a statement issued on Wednesday, March 11, the NPA said a comprehensive review of national petroleum stock levels and supply arrangements had been conducted in collaboration with the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition and key industry stakeholders. The review confirmed that sufficient quantities…

The Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with two Turkish infrastructure companies to begin the preliminary and detailed engineering designs for a major water treatment plant to serve communities in the eastern part of Accra. The agreement was concluded with Koçak Çevre and Hacıoğlu Holding A.Ş, both of which have extensive experience in the development of water supply and large-scale infrastructure systems. The partnership will see the two firms collaborate on the technical design of the proposed facility. Under the arrangement, the companies will undertake both preliminary assessments and…

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has arrested Cyril George Carstensen Lutterodt, popularly known as Counsellor Lutterodt, for allegedly making inciteful comments in a viral video. The comments are said to have urged Ga youth to storm the residence of the late highlife musician, Daddy Lumba. Investigations by the police reveal that Counsellor Lutterodt’s remarks, related to issues surrounding the late musician, are deemed offensive and capable of causing a breach of the peace. He has since been granted bail but will be arraigned in court on Wednesday, March 11. According to a press release dated…

The Member of Parliament for Asante Akim North, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, has initiated a private member’s bill seeking to amend Ghana’s Political Parties Act, 2000 (Act 574) to introduce a comprehensive campaign financing regime. The proposed amendment aims to regulate the raising and use of funds by political parties and candidates during election campaigns. It is also expected to establish clear rules governing donations, disclosure requirements and spending limits to promote transparency and accountability in Ghana’s political financing system. According to the lawmaker, the bill is intended to strengthen democratic governance by ensuring that political competition is conducted on a…

President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in the Republic of Korea for the start of a high-profile five-day working visit. The visit is aimed at deepening economic ties and securing new investments for Ghana. ​ The President’s arrival follows a series of international engagements under his “Accra Reset” initiative, making him the first African leader to visit South Korea since President Lee Jae-myung took office in June 2025. ​ ​The visit will be climaxed by a major bilateral summit scheduled for Wednesday. Both Presidents Lee Jae-myung and Mahama are expected to discuss a broad range of cooperation areas, including trade…