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The Supreme Court has adjourned indefinitely the hearing of a suit challenging the processes being used to potentially remove Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo from office. The case, filed by Old Tafo MP Vincent Ekow Assafuah, was scheduled to be heard on Wednesday, April 9. However, the court adjourned the case on the basis that some 50 State Attorneys were unavailable because they were attending a training to effectively represent the interests of the State at the ECOWAS Court. It is not certain yet when the hearing will begin since a new date was not announced. The suit challenges the constitutional…

The Coordinator of Eco-Conscious Citizens, Awula Serwah, has criticised the government’s approach of deporting foreign nationals involved in illegal mining activities without subjecting them to prosecution and sentencing. Her comments follow the government’s decision to deport rather than prosecute foreign nationals caught engaging in illegal mining, popularly known as galamsey. Also, Deputy Interior Minister Ebenezer Terlarbi has admitted that Ghana’s criminal justice and prison systems are so overwhelmed that the government is unable to effectively prosecute and detain foreign nationals involved in illegal mining. In an interview on Joy FM’s Middaynews on Wednesday, April 9, Madam Serwah described the practice as unjust, ineffective, and…

The Director-General of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), Maj Joseph Bikanyi Kuyon (rtd), has reiterated the planned demolition of properties sitting on waterways in urban settlements. He indicated that for the greater good of urban cities settlers, all structures that are obstructing the free flow of water bodies must be demolished to curb perennial flooding. He made this statement during an interview on Citi FM on April 7, 2025. He, however, gave assurance that the planned demolition exercise will be guided by expert advice. “It’s obvious that to solve a problem, there must be some discomfort to ensure that…

In a groundbreaking move to instill financial accountability and clamp down on reckless spending, all Government departments have been warned that they must not sign any contracts without the go-ahead from the Finance Ministry. Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson issued this stern directive, effective from April 3, making it crystal clear that no Ministries, Departments, or Agencies (MDAs) can go ahead with any procurement without proper authorization. Addressing top officials at a meeting, Dr Forson emphasized that this is a new era of compliance and responsibility, stating, “This is not business as usual. We are taking decisive steps to…

A delegation from the esteemed Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) graced the Private Newspapers and Online News Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG) with their presence on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Led by the Mrs. Rosemond Aryeetey, the delegation presented PRINPAG’s National Executives with a comprehensive strategy document dedicated to furthering gender equality within the Ghanaian media sphere. In attendance to welcome the delegation was the esteemed Vice President of PRINPAG, Mr. Michael Antwi-Agyei, who was accompanied by an esteemed team of Executive Committee members including Mr. Jeorge Wilson Kingson, Executive Secretary; Mr. Emmanuel Opare Gyan, Organizing Secretary; and Ms.…

Accompanying the global observance of World Health Day 2025 on April 7, Ghana’s Ministry of Health underscores the vital importance of maternal health under the theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures.” Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh’s recent statement highlights a critical need for urgent reforms and increased investments to combat concerning trends in maternal and newborn mortality rates. The Ministry’s call to action spotlights a pressing issue that jeopardizes both women and children and poses a threat to Ghana’s strides towards Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Alarming data shows a rise in maternal and newborn deaths within the nation, with an escalation…

Sex, Scandal, And Cash Rains Unveiled After Arrest The bustling streets of Accra fell silent in disbelief as the notorious Nigerian billionaire, Benedict Peters, was apprehended in a sensational showdown at the exclusive Aurora Estate last Monday. But it is the intriguing Hollywood tales behind the ‘Covid Test famed Billionaire’ that have dropped jaws, as details emerge about the double lifestyle of the Nigerian fugitive, who has relocated to Ghana since being pursued by the Buhari government over alleged illicit payments to overturn election results in the 2015 elections that retired Goodluck Jonathan as President of Africa’s largest democracy. Peters,…

By Prince Ahenkorah A resounding victory for Member of Parliament for Assin North, Gyakye Quayson; the clouds of legal uncertainty have finally parted after a gruelling three-year court battle. The courageous lawmaker emerged unscathed following his acquittal and discharge, as decreed by the esteemed Justice Mary Ekue Yanzuh of the Accra High Court’s criminal jurisdiction. Fearlessly facing accusations of perjury and other charges, Gyakye Quayson stood firm in the face of what he deemed a politically-motivated onslaught against him. With unwavering confidence, he declared, “You all know the case was political, it was not factual. You heard the facts from…

Ghana takes bold strides towards resurrecting its national airline dream with fresh strategic alliances in the offing. Instead of sole ownership, the government eyes partnerships to bring the vision to fruition. Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe unveils plans to seek credible collaborators for a sustainable and competitive national carrier. Economic constraints necessitate this cooperative approach over state funding. “We are on the lookout for partners to actualize a national airline. This collaboration demands discernment and deliberation to secure an enduring future for our carrier,” Minister Nikpe stresses. A lineup of potential partners is set for unveiling shortly, underscoring the government’s…

In a decisive move aimed at addressing deep-rooted issues of financial mismanagement, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has halted all government arrears payments exceeding GH¢67 billion pending rigorous audits—a stance underscoring a commitment to fiscal prudence amidst mounting pressures for accountability. Minister Ato Forson’s unwavering directive signifies a departure from the past, where political expediency often superseded financial oversight. Emphasizing the imperative of thorough scrutiny, he has mandated a comprehensive audit of every outstanding claim, insisting on adherence to due process. At a recent high-level meeting with Chief Directors representing various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs), Dr. Ato Forson…