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Fuel’s up. Queues are long. Time is short. Financial Literacy Month is here, and with it, a timely reminder: saving money doesn’t always mean cutting back sometimes it just means paying smarter. Here’s how DStv customers are doing just that! Nii Tetteh used to set aside a whole morning just to pay his DStv bill. Wake up early. Get a lift into town. Stand in a queue. Pay. Go back home. Rinse and repeat every month. It wasn’t just the time. It was the transport fare, the frustration, and sometimes the late payments. That was before he discovered the MyDStv…

By Prince Ahenkorah President John Dramani Mahama and former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia have offered their condolences to the Catholic Church in Ghana following the passing of Pope Francis. In his message shared on social media, President Mahama expressed sympathy to the Catholic community and praised the late Pope’s leadership. “The world mourns the passing of Pope Francis. I extend heartfelt condolences to the Roman Catholic Church and all Catholic faithful in Ghana during this time of profound grief,” he wrote. Reflecting on his personal meeting with Pope Francis during a visit to the Vatican with his wife, Lordina…

The energetic Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, has categorically stated that the successful inaugural edition of the 2025 Ashanti Festival was funded entirely through sponsorship and did not tap into government finances. Emphasizing the importance of avoiding any potential misconceptions regarding the festival’s funding, Dr. Amoakohene highlighted the event’s independence from state funds. The festival, which spanned ten days and featured a myriad of engaging activities such as fashion showcases, sports events, arts exhibitions, and tourism attractions, was made possible thanks to the generous contributions of various sponsors. During the festival’s grand finale in Kwabre, Dr. Amoakohene praised the…

The recent surge in electricity and water tariffs announced by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) is sparking debates and concerns across Ghana as citizens question whether these hikes will successfully combat the long-standing challenges of dumsor and water supply inconsistencies. According to the PURC, the adjustments aim to preserve a fair pricing structure to prevent revenue over-recovery or under-recovery by utility providers. The decision was informed by various factors such as the exchange rate, inflation trends, electricity generation mix, and fuel costs like natural gas. Despite the Commission’s defense of the tariff adjustments, skepticism looms among Ghanaians regarding the…

By Prince Ahenkorah The Bawku conflict intensifies as demands for a permanent military presence in the area surge, according to investigations by The New Republic. Tensions in the troubled Bawku enclave show no signs of easing, with mounting pressure for armed forces to establish a stronghold in the strife-torn region. Despite efforts by Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to mediate the conflict, Kofi Bentil, Senior Vice President of Imani Africa, casts doubt on the success of the traditional leader’s intervention. He avers, “Unfortunately, despite my respect for Otumfuo, success seems unlikely in this case.” Bentil argues that the situation demands a…

CHIEF Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo is on the brink of suspension amidst a series of alleged scandals involving unauthorized approval of vehicles for retired judges, unpaid auction fees, and queried payments. The New Republic has learned that the CJ may soon face suspension by the President of Ghana as controversies swirl around her. Sources within the Counsel of State have disclosed that a prima facie case has been established against her, despite her staunch resistance. It has been confirmed that prior to the start of the Easter holidays on Thursday, April 17th, the Counsel of State found grounds…

By Philip Antoh An operation led by the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO), the CID Anti-Human Trafficking Unit, and the Ghana Armed Forces has swooped in to save 219 young souls from the clutches of cybercrime captivity. In a thrilling raid at Isak Estates, Oyarifa in Accra, the crack team pounced on the unsuspecting criminals after a crucial tip-off led them to the den of iniquity. The victims, hopeful young adults aged between 15 and 38, were lured to Ghana and held against their will under false promises of lucrative job opportunities. But instead of prosperity, they were thrust…

…as Forestry Commission discloses shocking details of ‘Abrewa Ne Kran’ By Gifty Arthur The Western Regional manager of the Forestry Commission (FC), Nana Kwabena Opoku Bosompim, has revealed startling information about the Abrewa Ne Kran slum following a joint operation to dismantle the illegal settlement. The operation uncovered a total of nine brothels operating in the area. In addition to brothels, the FC manager disclosed that the undocumented region also harbored an Independent Power Producer (IPP) that provided electricity to residents for a fee. The presence of the IPP allowed inhabitants of the unstructured area in the deep Subri Forest…

By Philip Antoh In a daring operation at the Tadzewu-Mitsrikasa Police checkpoint early on Friday morning, the Volta Regional Police Command intercepted a significant cache of war-bond ammunition destined for Benin from a commercial bus. The Hyundai passenger bus, bearing registration number GR 8246-Q, was en route from Accra to Benin when police officers discovered the illicit cargo concealed beneath the passengers’ luggage. A staggering 60 cartons of AAA cartridges, totaling 15,000 rounds, and 72 cartons of BB cartridges, amounting to 18,000 rounds, were uncovered during a routine inspection. The driver, Abasou Fousseni, aged 45, and his co-driver, Salisu Jalilu,…

…as government kicks Anti-Narcotics Operation in action The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) launched a successful operation targeting illegal drug activities in the Madina Market and Redco flat areas. The crackdown, aimed at apprehending individuals involved in trading Red and other narcotics, resulted in the seizure of a significant amount of illicit substances. During the operation, law enforcement officials raided various locations, uncovering hidden bunkers used for illegal activities. Multiple suspects were detained, and thorough searches of the premises were conducted. Among the items confiscated were numerous packages of local and foreign cannabis, a cocaine-heroin mixture, Tima King 250, and cannabis-laced…