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By A.B. Kafui Kanyi  A former Director-General of the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Professor Agyeman Badu Akosa, a few weeks ago, wondered why any politician or senior public officer be allowed to travel out to go and seek healthcare? “Whether you like it or not, health is expensive and when they go out, they pay through their nose so why can’t we develop here? If the President is not well and is admitted to UGMC or to Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, what will happen? There are no competent doctors to look after them? There are.” These sentiments are not new and…

Ghana is gearing up to launch an ambitious Palm Industry Policy aimed at transforming the country into a formidable player in the global oil palm market. The announcement was made by the Minister for Finance, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, during a meeting with representatives of British International Investment (BII). The policy, he noted, would elevate palm to the status of a strategic crop, much like cocoa, to anchor Ghana’s agribusiness agenda. Dr. Forson emphasized that the government’s goal is to attract significant private sector investment into palm cultivation. “We are looking to attract private sector investment to cultivate 50,000 hectares…

In recent years, Ghana has emerged as a vibrant hub for music, with its diverse genres attracting attention both locally and internationally. From highlife to afrobeats, the country’s musical landscape is rich and varied. However, despite the undeniable talent that exists within the industry, the notion that a single artist can elevate Ghana’s music scene is a fallacy. The reality is that collaboration among artists, producers, and other stakeholders is essential for the growth and global recognition of Ghanaian music. Ghanaian musician Edem has emphasised the importance of unity and support among Ghanaian artists. “I don’t think one artiste can…

The oldest members of the Generation Z cohort are now 28 years old educated, employed, earning income and well into their adult lives and their work careers. This is the Gen Z era! When it comes to media and entertainment, Gen Z users already represent the influential youth cohort. Now, they are becoming the decisionmakers who drive markets. Nowhere is this more evident than the entertainment and media (E&M) sector. And in no continent on earth are Gen Z becoming more influential than in Africa. Africa famously has the youngest population in the world, with 70% of the people in…

Local authorities across the nation are joining forces with the National Service Authority (NSA) to ramp up revenue collection at the assembly level. This innovative partnership will see the District, Municipal, and Metropolitan Assemblies (MMDCEs) teaming up with the NSA to bolster revenue mobilization efforts. Elected MMDCEs will be entering agreements with the NSA, leading to the deployment of service personnel to assist in revenue collection. These Revenue Mobilization Agents will play a crucial role in enhancing revenue collection by gathering property rates and other sources of income within the localities. Operating under specific targets, these agents are expected to…

The political winds in Ghana appear to be shifting and not in favour of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). According to the April 2025 tracking poll by Global InfoAnalytics, young voters are increasingly aligning themselves with the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC)—a trend that could prove decisive in the next electoral cycle. Accordingly, Mussa Dankwah, Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, has described the findings as a red alert for the NPP. In a political climate where youth energy and demographic strength determine the future, the opposition party seems to be losing its grip. “Our April poll shows that 75% of…

Dirty Entanglement with NPP Officialdom Revisited A high-stakes standoff unfolded in the upscale Aurora Apartments in Ghana as notorious Nigerian fugitive Benedict Peters, embroiled in controversy over state funds and COVID monopolies, confronted authorities in a gripping showdown. Residents, including diplomats, were taken captive by Peters and his armed entourage at the exclusive residence near Jubilee House, Kanda, setting the stage for a tense confrontation. The dramatic scene culminated in a swift operation led by Mustapha Gbande, in cooperation with National Security forces, police, and military, resulting in Peters’ arrest, finally bringing an end to the unsettling standoff. Witnesses recount…

Shocking details have emerged surrounding former National Signals Bureau Director General Kwabena Adu-Boahene’s involvement in a bulletproof scandal with Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo, potentially linked to swaying favor towards the government in the anticipated 2024 elections. Adu-Boahene allegedly provided a bulletproof SUV to Chief Justice Torkornoo and her family, alongside top-tier personal security from the bureau, led by his own associate, Ben Ansah. The scandalous revelations have exposed a clandestine plan orchestrated by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to secure victory in the elections through strategic appointments and influence. The controversial move aimed to position Justice Torkornoo, facing multiple petitions…

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) finds itself in a whirlwind of irony as it accuses the current government of drug trafficking, despite its own dark history with narcotics scandals from 2001 to 2008. The echoes of past controversies now haunt the party’s credibility, sparking widespread doubts about its commitment to fighting drug-related crimes in Ghana. The NPP’s legacy is marred by infamous drug trafficking cases involving top party members, like the MV Benjamin saga and individuals such as Kwabena Amaning (a.k.a. Tagor) and Eric Amoateng. These episodes not only tarnished the party’s reputation but also raised serious questions about its…

Probe Launched as Investigations Begin into Missing Cargo The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has officially reached out to the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) to investigate the disappearance of 1,357 containers holding ECG materials, as the inquiry into the stolen cargo at Tema Port gains momentum. In a letter dated Wednesday, April 2, 2025, Jinapor referenced a report from the Technical Committee he established to examine the situation where 1,346 out of 2,500 containers went missing at the port. “The final report of the Committee revealed that 1,357 of these containers could not be accounted for,…