Author: Krobea

Think tank Election Watch Ghana has raised concerns about the escalating tensions surrounding the campaigns of flagbearer aspirants of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The largest opposition party is set to go to polls on Saturday, January 31 and campaigns are heating up already. However, reports of violence have been recorded in some areas including in Sunyani, where former Tema West Member of Parliament Naa Torshie Addo, for instance, was chased out of an enclosed space to campaign. In a statement issued on Monday, January 19, Election Watch Ghana called on the Ghana Police Service to intervene. It suggested that…

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has issued a second and final notice to owners and operators of temporary structures and garages around the Baba Yara Sports Stadium. The local authority had issued a warning earlier this month, giving the owners and operators till Wednesday, February 5 to voluntarily remove their structures and garages. KMA insisted in its final notice on Monday, January 19 that all temporary structures including wooden and metallic kiosks, containers, sheds, and makeshift garages situated in and around the stadium “be voluntarily removed by their owners on or before Wednesday, 5th February 2026”. “Management wishes to emphasize…

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has condemned the behaviour of some players and officials during Sunday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. During the clash between Senegal and Morocco, a penalty awarded the hosts led to a boycott by Senegalese players and officials. The penalty was called by the referee a few minutes after a Senegal goal was disallowed. They later returned, however, to complete the game, which they won by 1-0. In a statement issued on Monday, January 19, CAF described the behaviour as “unacceptable” and “inappropriate”. “CAF strongly condemns any inappropriate behaviour which occurs during matches, especially…

A recent report by financial economist and lecturer Dr. Evans Duah has revealed Kennedy Ohene Agyapong as the frontrunner in the upcoming New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries, signalling a potential shift in the party’s internal dynamics following its 2024 electoral loss. The study, conducted across three waves and covering all 16 regions, surveyed 40,988 delegates, with 31,556 responses validated. According to the final wave of the poll, which accounted for the best-case allocation of undecided voters, Agyapong leads with 52.59% of delegate support, while former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia trails at 36.24%. The report highlights Agyapong’s “largest positive…

Management of Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School have reacted to a recent statement attributed to broadcaster and lawyer Serwaa Amihere. The GHOne TV presenter is reported as referring to PRESEC-Legon as a “breeding ground for homosexuals”. “Management unequivocally condemns this statement,” a statement issued on Saturday, January 17 stressed. “It is false, reckless and deeply offensive,” it added. Signed by management, the statement describes Ms Amihere’s comments as constituting “an irresponsible generalisation that maligns our students, undermines the integrity of our institution, and seeks to attach a stigma to a school with a proud legacy of discipline, excellence and moral…

The Member of Parliament for Karaga and former Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has donated 4,000 gallons of fuel to residents of the constituency as part of a New Year outreach aimed at easing transportation and business costs. The fuel distribution, which took place in Karaga, targeted a wide range of transport operators, including motorbike riders, tricycle operators, commercial drivers, and farmers using tractors. The initiative is part of the MP’s office’s Anta Transformative Development Agenda, a social intervention framework designed to support livelihoods across the constituency without political or social discrimination. According to organisers, 65 commercial and private…

The Electoral Commission, Ghana (EC) has set Tuesday, March 3 as date for the by-election in the Ayawaso East Constituency in the Greater Accra Region. This has been necessitated by the untimely demise of Member of Parliament (MP) Naser Toure Mahama. The four-time lawmaker passed away on Sunday, January 4, rendering his seat empty. The EC has, thus, scheduled Monday, February 9 to Wednesday, February 11 for the receipt of nominations at its Ayawaso East Municipal office in North Ridge. Interested candidates have been directed to download the forms from the EC’s website. “A prospective candidate may personally deliver or…

The Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in the US says former Finance Minister overstayed his visa and so an “illegal alien” in the country. It also confirmed that Mr Ofori-Atta is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in Ghana and will face the law and the consequences. This follows an inquiry sent through an email by Media General’s Joseph Ackah-Blay, who wanted to find out whether in indeed one Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta is in detention as reported. Reports were rife earlier this month that the former Finance Minister, who travelled to the US for medical care, had been detained at…

The Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Edudzi Kudzo Tameklo, has led his management team on a working visit to the Tema Oil Refinery Ltd. (TOR) to assess progress towards the refinery’s resumption of operations. The visit formed part of ongoing regulatory engagement aimed at supporting TOR’s revival and ensuring that operational, safety and compliance requirements are aligned with national standards. It also highlighted the strong collaboration between the regulator and the refinery in advancing Ghana’s downstream petroleum agenda. Speaking during the visit, Mr Tameklo reaffirmed the NPA’s commitment to supporting TOR’s return to full and sustainable…

President John Dramani Mahama has constituted a Presidential Advisory Group on Economy (PAGE) to be chaired by himself. The Group is to sustain government’s resolve to restoring macroeconomic stability, strengthen fiscal sustainability, and accelerate inclusive and job-rich economic growth anchored on the 24-hour Economy Policy. According to a release issued by the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the establishment of PAGE reflects President Mahama’s resolve to draw on deep national and international expertise to support sound economic governance, strategic policy coordination and evidence-based decision-making to navigate current economic challenges and position the country for sustained growth and resilience.…