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The Herald, has uncovered yet another questionable procurement transaction involving the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), totalling approximately US$5 million (US$4,958,900). The deal has been rejected internally, because it failed to meet basic procurement standards, including snubbing the Army, one of the three branches of the GAF, in the decision-making process. Despite a 12-week delivery window, the supplier failed to deliver the items nearly 10 months later, heightening suspicions that no proper due diligence was conducted on the company prior to the contract award, which occurred under the administration of then-Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Thomas Oppong-Peprah. Sources reveal that…

The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, alias “Chairman Wontumi”, was hospitalised yesterday, Tuesday, 27 May 2025, after reportedly falling ill during an interrogation by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra. The development was confirmed by his legal representative, Andy Appiah-Kubi, a former Member of Parliament (MP) for Asante-Akim North, who briefed journalists last night on his client’s health status. However, he declined to reveal the name or location of the medical facility, where his client was being treated. “I know where he is, but I am not going to disclose the…

A leading figure in Ghana’s small-scale mining sector, has been accused of overseeing extensive environmental degradation, sparking calls for his immediate removal from public office, including Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), the recently instituted and the revocation of his mining license. Godwin Armah, General Secretary of the Ghana National Association of Small-Scale Miners and founder of Transeco Minerals and Mining Ltd, has been named in a new exposé for allegedly operating mining sites in the Eastern Region that flagrantly violate environmental regulations. “There is no sign of reclamation, no effort to restore what has been wantonly destroyed,” Charles McCarthy, Secretary for The…

……..Why Maimbo will need google maps Zambia’s Samuel Maimbo is one of five candidates vying to become president of the African Development Bank (AfDB). He lives in Washington DC, where he has worked for the World Bank for almost his entire working life. During his campaign, he was granted a leave of absence; he has not resigned, which means if he doesn’t win, he’ll return to live in Washington and continue working for the World Bank. Maimbo lacks substantive Pan-African experience and clearly doesn’t intend to acquire any, save for winning the contest where he hopes to study Africa on…

The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr Clement Apaak, has stated that enhance school education, improve community education and strengthen family education are key to enhance youth discipline in the country. Addressing a gathering to the commemorate Africa Union Day at the Liberation Circle Roundabout, Ridge – Accra, under the theme “Discipline And Loyalty Among The Youth: Reflect, Review, And Reset”, Dr Apaak stated that the National Cadet Corps’ initiative to commemorate this day is commendable, demonstrating your commitment to Pan-Africanism. Commenting on the move to enhance discipline and loyalty among the youth, Dr. Apaak stated that families are the first…

Former Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama, has denied reports suggesting that he was cautioned by security agencies in connection with a controversy surrounding missing ECG containers. This clarification follows revelations by the Ministry of Energy that 2,637 containers consigned to ECG have been identified at the Tema Port—more than double the 1,300 containers previously thought to be missing. The Ministry’s spokesperson, Richmond Rockson, indicated that a committee probing the matter had discovered the 2,637 containers during its investigations. He also claimed that Mr. Mahama had been invited by security agencies and that a…

By Patrick Biddah The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor ,has highlighted Ghana’s impressive strides toward sustainable energy solutions. He said, Ghana is a shining example of progress on the continent, announcing plans to connect 150 off-grid communities through innovative solar power projects. Minister Jinapor, explained that this initiative aims to bring reliable electricity to remote areas, improving quality of life and economic opportunities for thousands. Additionally, Ghana , he said is rolling out all-in-one solar street lights designed to reduce nighttime peak energy demand by an estimated 300 megawatts. The Minister made this disclosure on May…

Health Minister, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has charged the newly sworn-in governing boards of four key health institutions to demonstrate bold leadership, accountability, and innovation as Ghana moves to reform its health sector and achieve universal health coverage. The swearing-in ceremony, held in Accra, brought together board members of the Medical and Dental Council, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), the Pharmacy Council, and the Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives—agencies responsible for regulation and financing within the health system. In his address, Minister Mintah Akandoh described the appointments as a call to national service at a time when Ghana faces…

By Eric Ahianyo & Benjamin Makafui Attipoe, Accra President John Dramani Mahama has met with representatives of various Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) at the Presidency to discuss the formation of a Governance Advisory Council, a key pledge from his 2024 election campaign to bolster accountability and transform governance in Ghana. President Mahama elaborated on the proposed council’s mandate, emphasising its crucial role in monitoring and advising the government on critical issues such as human rights, corruption, and overall governance. “This council is a commitment to the Ghanaian people, a promise to foster a more transparent and accountable government,” President Mahama…

The Founder and Leader of the All People’s Congress (APC), Dr Hassan Ayariga, has lauded the economic stewardship of President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC), describing their leadership as a model of fiscal discipline and sound policy-making. According to Dr Ayariga, the Mahama-led administration’s prudent economic management has led to the stabilization of the Ghanaian Cedi, a development he says has brought relief to various sectors of the economy, particularly importers, traders, entrepreneurs, and consumers. In a statement issued by the APC leader, Dr Ayariga, called on Ghanaian retailers and wholesalers to reflect the recent economic…