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Ghana is positioning itself as a key provider of reliable, affordable, and environmentally sustainable energy within West Africa and beyond. The Petroleum Hub Project, coinciding with President John Dramani Mahama’s push for a Green Transition within the Ministry of Energy, underscores the nation’s commitment to sustainable energy development. The Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC), led by its CEO, Dr. Toni Aubynn, is at the forefront of this initiative. “Energy infrastructure, innovation, green investments, and strategic financing are the foundational pillars that will support Ghana’s productive sectors and accelerate growth.” His statement underscores the importance of ensuring that Ghana’s energy sector…

Yesterday The Superior Court of New Jersey is reported to have awarded investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas $18 million in damages in a defamation lawsuit that was brought against a former NPP Presidential aspirant and Member of Parliament Kennedy Agyapong, and one other. Meanwhile, a similar suit by Anas is reported to have been brought against the same person in Ghana, was dismissed by the Ghanaian High Court. While not having any opinion on the two cases, I am strengthened to call for a thorough legal and forensic audits and investigations into some of the rulings, orders, and judgements given…

The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced the revocation of all small-scale mining licences issued after December 7, 2024, citing irregularities in the issuance process. Speaking at a joint press briefing on March 19, 2025, Mr Buah stated that these licences were granted without due process, making their cancellation necessary. “Now, we are going full steam ahead to revoke all licences based on the findings. Even all licences it’s mostly licences that were issued from December 7 that is hereby revoked, whether you have EPA licences or not, because the finding is very clear. Those…

A sensational twist has rocked the ongoing scandal engulfing the mismanagement of funds at the Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO)’s exhibit account. In a dramatic development, former Director General of the unit Maame Tiwa Addo Dankwa has pivoted the blame towards none other than ex-Chief of Staff, Madam Frema Osei Opare. Explosive evidence laid out by Tiwa Addo Dankwa indicates a collaboration between herself and Opare to divert funds from the exhibit account into EOCO’s operational funds account without adhering to due process. Insiders close to our probe reveal that the necessary protocols for handling proceeds of crime were…

In a surprising turn of events, former Finance Minister Mohammed Amin Adam has assumed a new role defending large mining companies in Ghana amid a recent government decision to significantly increase their tax burden. Mohamed Amin Adam has emerged as a vocal advocate for these mining companies, seemingly prioritizing their interests over those of ordinary Ghanaians. The controversy stems from Finance Minister Ato Forson’s decision to raise the Growth and Sustainability Levy (GSL) from 1 to 3 percent in order to boost revenue from the extractive sector. While the government removed what it deemed as “nuisance taxes” to ease the…

Workers at the Ghana Airport Company Ltd (GACL) are petitioning President John Dramani Mahama to dismiss Managing Director Mrs. Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare from her role with immediate effect. The employees, who have been voicing their concerns since July of last year, argue that Mrs. Opare’s ongoing tenure as MD is detrimental to both industrial relations and the ethical governance of state institutions. They criticize Mrs. Opare’s leadership style, accusing her of engaging in favoritism, cronyism, and nepotism in managing the organization and its staff. Of particular contention is the swift promotion of an individual named Lisa Hayfron, said to…

…as Anas Aremeyaw Anas Triumphs in U.S. By Innocent Appiah Court Battle In a stunning legal showdown, revered investigator Anas Aremeyaw Anas clinched an $18 million defamation win against ex-Assin Central MP Kennedy Agyapong at the Essex County Superior Court in New Jersey. This seismic ruling starkly contrasts Anas’ previous setback in Ghana, spotlighting the uphill struggle journalists face there and underscoring the urgent call for sweeping reforms in the nation’s legal setup. The resounding verdict was handed down unanimously on March 18, 2025, capping off a lengthy legal tussle that kicked off with Anas filing his suit on May…

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with Sierra Leone following his short working visit to the West African nation. The visit, which served both diplomatic and cultural purposes, allowed President Mahama to express gratitude to his Sierra Leonean counterpart, President Julius Maada Bio, for his presence at Mahama’s investiture on January 7, 2025. During a press briefing, President Mahama highlighted the deep-rooted African tradition of showing gratitude, explaining that his visit was meant to thank President Bio personally. “We’ve enjoyed it since we arrived here. Our purpose for this visit is a short working…

The Ranking Member of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, has slammed President John Mahama’s decision to restructure the leadership of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF). In a social media post, he expressed concern over the dismissal of the Chief of Defence Staff, all Service Chiefs, and 12 senior military officers of the rank of Major-General and above. He argued that many of these officers still had up to six years before retirement, and their premature removal would cost the public purse millions in gratuities. President Mahama announced the new appointments on Monday, March 17, 2025, as…

The Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation (BOST) Company, has found its way back into the news again after it made the headlines in 2017 over it sale of contaminated fuel under Managing Director (MD) Alfred Obeng Boateng. It new management, has been hit with a fresh scandal involving a contract awarded by its predecessor headed Edwin Provencal at an initial cost of Five Million Six Hundred and Fifty-Three Thousand, Four Hundred and Fifty-Five Ghana Cedis, Sixty-Two Pesewas (GHs 5, 653, 455.62) inclusive of all relevant taxes. But the multimillion cedi contract has hit a snag including reports that it was…