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American civil rights leader Rev. Al Sharpton has paid a glowing tribute to Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, describing the former Ghanaian president as a towering global figure whose legacy continues to inspire struggles for freedom and justice across Africa and the diaspora. Sharpton made the remarks after receiving the Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah Award in recognition of his decades-long contributions to civil rights and social justice. He said it was an honour “even to be thought of in the same paragraph” as Nkrumah, whose ideas shaped generations of African and African-American activists. Recalling his youth, Sharpton said that while some…

Ghana’s Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has highlighted the country’s expanding leadership in the global fight against corruption at the United Nations’ largest anti-corruption summit in Doha. Addressing the 11th Conference of States Parties (CoSP 11) to the UN Convention Against Corruption (UNCAC), Bagbin said Ghana’s approach is anchored in strong political leadership, preventive reforms, asset recovery and resilient institutions. He underscored the need for deeper international cooperation to tackle increasingly complex and cross-border corruption networks. A key highlight of Ghana’s participation was its role in securing the first-ever UNCAC resolution on transparency in political party…

Police in the Tema Region have foiled an attempted robbery at Community 24 in Ashaiman, resulting in the deaths of three suspected robbers following a gun battle with officers, authorities said. The incident occurred at about 1:30 a.m. on Sunday, 21 December 2025, when the Ashaiman Divisional Police Intelligence Team received information about an ongoing robbery at a private residence in the Adjei-Kojo District. A police patrol team was immediately dispatched to the location to intervene. According to the Tema Regional Police Command, officers encountered six young men at the scene, all wearing face masks and hoodies and allegedly armed…

Police in Ghana’s Bono Region have arrested 54 suspects in a series of intelligence-led swoop operations targeting illegal drug activity and robbery hideouts, authorities said in a statement. The operations, conducted by the Bono Regional Police Command, formed part of sustained efforts to curb drug peddling and usage and to dismantle criminal networks operating within communities across the region. The targeted exercise covered Abesim, Banda, Nkrankwanta, Odumase, Dumasua, Wenchi and Dormaa, areas police described as hotspots for criminal activity. According to the Police, the arrests followed coordinated actions by the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate, supported by other operational personnel, aimed…

The Ghana Grid Company Ltd. (GRIDCo) has announced ongoing works to connect a newly constructed power generation plant at Anwomaso, Kumasi, to the national electricity grid, a move expected to improve power supply reliability in Kumasi and surrounding communities. In a statement issued on Sunday, December 21, 2025, GRIDCo said the works are being undertaken by AKSA Energy as part of efforts to bring the Anwomaso plant into full operation. Once commissioned, the facility will add significant generation capacity to serve consumers and strengthen electricity supply in the Ashanti Region and adjoining areas. The exercise involves the safe connection of…

Parliament has held a media soirée and recognition night to honour members of the Parliamentary Press Corps for their contributions to democratic governance and public accountability. Addressing journalists at the event, the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, highlighted the media’s indispensable role in promoting transparency and accountability within Parliament. He described the press as a critical partner in democracy, serving as a bridge between lawmakers and the public they represent. The Speaker commended the Parliamentary Press Corps for its dedication to accurate, timely and ethical reporting of parliamentary proceedings, noting that responsible journalism remains essential to…

Team Freezy Macbones has congratulated Worldwild following their bout, acknowledging his victory and describing the result as well-earned. In a statement released after the fight, the team said Worldwild “came to fight and earned the decision,” expressing respect for both the boxer and his camp. They also thanked promoters Legacy Rise Sports and Matchroom Boxing for organising the event and providing a platform for Freezy Macbones to compete. The team praised fans who filled the venue, noting that the atmosphere and energy reflected the passion that continues to drive the sport. They acknowledged the disappointment of the result but said…

Two men have been arrested by the Kaneshie Divisional Police Command for the unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition following a patrol operation at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra. The suspects, identified as Kwame Boahen, 35, a pillion rider, and Fatau Alhassan, 52, an okada rider, were arrested on Saturday, December 20, 2025, while riding a Royal motorbike with a faded number plate, police said in a statement issued on Sunday. According to the Police, the arrest followed an earlier encounter on Friday, December 19, when a patrol team spotted the motorbike at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle and…

The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, has engaged the Ministry’s Advisory Board and senior female editors in a bid to strengthen collaboration and advance the Ministry’s core mandate. The engagements, held separately, marked the Minister’s second interaction this year with female senior editors and provided a platform to review progress, share priorities and chart a course for 2026. Meeting with the Advisory Board, Dr Lartey underscored the importance of frank feedback and shared responsibility, noting that the Board’s guidance remains critical to informed decision-making and effective policy implementation. She reviewed key achievements of…

The Ghana Police Service has arrested three suspects in connection with a viral video showing a two-year-old child being fed an alcoholic beverage at Kade in the Eastern Region. The suspects, Tawiah Precious, also known as T’ Moni, 18; Emmanuel Dadzie, alias Shapiro, 24; and Stephen Amoako, 22, the child’s father was also arrested on Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, following intelligence-led operations by the Police Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team at Okumani, a suburb of Kade. Police said the arrests were triggered by the circulation of the disturbing video on social media, prompting swift investigations to identify those involved. The…