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…..Mahama Gov’t kept in darkness by outgoing CDS General Oppong-Peprah The Herald, has obtained a damning report concerning five armoured vehicles purchased by the dismissed senior officers of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). These specialised vehicles, have not been added to the military fleet and have been hijacked by the compulsorily retired senior officers, as part of their retirement benefits. According to documents seen by The Herald, the state-of-the-art vehicles, Armoured Toyota Land Cruisers 300 GXR (B6 Level), cost One Million Four Hundred and Twenty-Five Thousand United States dollars (US$1,425,000), with each unit priced at Two Hundred and Eighty-Five…

The Superior Court of New Jersey, has awarded investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas $18 million in damages in a defamation lawsuit against former Member of Parliament (MP), Kennedy Agyapong, and Frederick Asamoah, a social media commentator. The judgment, comes after a lengthy legal battle stemming from alleged defamatory statements made by the defendants during a 2021 interview broadcast on social media. The lawsuit, filed on May 17, 2022, in the Essex County Superior Court, accused Kennedy Agyapong and Frederick Asamoah, of making false and damaging statements about Anas during an episode of “The Daddy Fred Show,” a popular online programme…

In a world where obstacles often deter many, Emmanuel Agambilla, a visually impaired student and Okuapeman Secondary School’s Senior Prefect, proves that true determination knows no bounds. On Monday, Sammi Awuku, Member of Parliament (MP) for Akuapem North, shared Emmanuel Agambilla’s story of perseverance, hard work, and an unbreakable spirit on Facebook. Despite his disability, Emmanuel, defied expectations and was not merely appointed, but elected by his peers to lead the school—a testament to their confidence in his leadership abilities. Awuku, described Emmanuel’s journey as a “personal triumph”, emphasising that his success serves as a potent reminder that “disability is…

Following reports of illegal activities near its nuclear facilities, the Ghana Atomic Energy Commission (GAEC), has cautioned the public against purchasing or encroaching on its land. It stated that the encroachments threaten the safety and security of the nuclear facility and pose significant risks to nearby communities. The warning comes in response to unauthorised individuals breaking barricades and grading vast portions of land designated for critical nuclear infrastructure. In a press statement signed by the Director of the Commercialization and Communication Directorate of GAEC, Anthony Nana Boateng, revealed that the encroachments are occurring along the Bohye stretch of its property,…

The Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) is at the centre of controversy, following inconsistencies in the renewal of its Director-General, Prof. Amin Alhassan’s contract. The dates and sequences of events between the media house and the National Media Commission (NMC) do not add up. GBC’s management, in a rejoinder, vehemently denied media reports by The Herald, quoting GBC workers that Prof. Alhassan’s tenure had expired issued. However, the denial has stoked fire and brimstone, with the media house throwing itself into further questions about the transparency and legality of the contract renewal process. In its rejoinder to The Herald, Stephanie Baka,…

A high-level delegation from the Burkinabé government, has paid a working visit to Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, Acting Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA). The delegation, led by Ghana’s Special Envoy to the Alliance of Sahel States (AES), Colonel Larry Gbevlo-Lartey (Rtd.), included Burkina Faso’s Minister of Industry, Commerce and Handicrafts, Serge Poda; Minister of Energy and Mines, Yacouba Zabré; Minister of Environment, Water and Sanitation, Monsieur Roger Baro; and Burkina Faso’s Ambassador to Ghana, David Kabre. Key stakeholders from various sectors of the Burkinabé economy, were also present. The visit aimed to enhance bilateral trade…

By Akwasi Oppong-Fosu Introduction: A Nation in Crisis Under the Akufo-Addo administration, Ghana faced one of its most turbulent governance periods. The economy struggled with high interest rates, a depreciating currency, unsustainable debt levels, and record budget deficits. Unpopular policies such as the Domestic Debt Exchange Program (DDEP) and the E-Levy deepened public frustration, while corruption scandals and partisan appointments to key institutions further eroded trust in governance. At the same time, social divisions grew. Ethnic and religious tensions intensified, and protests became more frequent as citizens expressed their dissatisfaction with declining living standards and governance failures. A staggering 87%…

Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has reaffirmed his commitment to Ghana’s Economic Diplomacy Agenda, following high-level meetings with the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), and the Diaspora Office at the Presidency. The meetings, held last Friday, focused on forging strategic partnerships between the Foreign Ministry and these key institutions to drive economic growth and attract investment. “A strategic and sharpened partnership between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and these three key agencies will determine the success of our Economic Diplomacy Agenda,” Ablakwa stated. He emphasised that, these collaborations must ultimately boost foreign…

The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has reaffirmed his commitment to good governance, democratic accountability, and bipartisan cooperation following a meeting with the newly constituted Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament. In a statement, the minister revealed that he hosted the committee at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs last Thursday. Discussions centred on strengthening parliamentary oversight and fostering closer collaboration between the two institutions. “Our discussions focused on my ministry’s open-door policy and transparent mechanisms to guarantee unimpeded parliamentary oversight,” Ablakwa stated. “We also explored how both institutions could collaborate to enhance Ghana’s foreign policy objectives.” He assured the…

By Haruna Sumaila Abugri Personal Information: Full Name: Samuel Basintale AmaduCurrent Position: Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI)Appointed By: H.E. John Dramani Mahama (March 14, 2025)Years of Service: 32 years in the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) Professional Summary: Mr Samuel Basintale Amadu is a highly accomplished Senior Immigration Official with over 30 years of dedicated service in the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS). His vast experience spans immigration enforcement, border security, intelligence, regulatory compliance, and international relations. Having served in multiple high-profile roles, he has consistently demonstrated strong leadership, strategic policy implementation, and operational efficiency in Ghana’s immigration sector. With extensive knowledge…