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Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine has confirmed that Ghana has formally initiated extradition proceedings against former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta and his former chief of staff, Ernest Dako Akori, following corruption-related charges filed against them. Addressing a press briefing in Accra, Ayine said the request was transmitted to U.S. authorities after a series of procedural steps involving the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Ghana’s International Cooperation Unit. The extradition effort, he said, underscores the government’s commitment to accountability and the rule of law. Ayine disclosed that his office received…

The Government of Ghana has formally endorsed the Bawku Conflict Mediation Report presented by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, describing it as a comprehensive roadmap for lasting peace, reconciliation and stability in the conflict-prone area. In an official statement issued Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025, the government said it had carefully reviewed and accepted all findings and recommendations contained in the report, which was submitted on Dec. 16. The government stressed that the mediation process was not intended to apportion blame or declare winners and losers, but to restore peace and national cohesion. The statement reaffirmed the legal position consistently…

The International Monetary Fund’s Executive Board has approved the fifth review of Ghana’s performance under its three-year Extended Credit Facility programme, clearing the way for a fresh disbursement of about US$380 million. The latest approval brings total IMF support to approximately US$2.8 billion, reinforcing international confidence in Ghana’s ongoing economic recovery efforts. In a statement, the Board commended Ghana for strong programme performance, citing notable progress in debt restructuring, sustained fiscal and monetary discipline, and steady advances in governance and structural reforms. The IMF noted that these measures have helped stabilise the economy, restore macroeconomic balance and strengthen policy credibility…

Assistant Commissioner of Police Dennis Fiakpui, the Oti Regional Deputy Commander, has cautioned that persistent denial of sexual relations within marriage could constitute emotional abuse under Ghana’s Domestic Violence Act, 2007 (Act 732). Speaking to the Ghana News Agency, ACP Fiakpui said the law recognizes emotional abuse as a punishable offence and applies equally to both spouses. He explained that a partner who deliberately withholds sex in a manner that causes emotional pain or distress to the other party could face prosecution, adding that offenders, upon conviction, risk a jail term of up to two years. He stressed that the…

The Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts has held a Right to Information (RTI) sensitisation training for Level 300 Journalism and Public Relations students at the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UNIMAC), aimed at strengthening transparency and accountability in future media practice. The virtual training, conducted on Friday, Dec. 12, 2025, during the students’ New Media class, was delivered via Microsoft Teams and held in two sessions at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The initiative forms part of the ministry’s efforts to deepen awareness and effective use of Ghana’s Right to Information Act, particularly among emerging journalists and…

The Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has inaugurated the Marine Drive Board of Directors, demanding urgency, accountability and tangible results to reset the flagship tourism development. At the ceremony, the minister said the Marine Drive project must return to a disciplined, results-driven trajectory anchored on transparency, value for money and the national interest. She stressed that delays and inefficiencies would no longer be tolerated, urging the board to act decisively to restore confidence in the project. The five-member board is chaired by Hon. Yussif Issaka Jajah and includes Mrs. Maame Efua Houadjeto, Chief Executive…

Ghana’s campaign against illegal mining intensified as the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources and Acting Minister for Environment, Science and Technology, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, called for renewed national resolve at the Chief Justice’s Mentorship Programme. Addressing judges, lawyers and law students, the minister described the destructive impact of illegal mining on Ghana’s environment, communities and future generations. He said once-lush forests, fertile farmlands and blue water bodies have been transformed into what he termed “gaping, bleeding holes in the earth.” Mr. Buah warned that the activities have stripped affected communities of health, livelihoods and dignity, while endangering the…

Nigeria’s Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar has formally apologised to Burkina Faso for the unauthorised entry of a Nigerian military jet into Burkinabè airspace, an incident that led to the detention of 11 Nigerian servicemen. Tuggar’s spokesperson told the BBC that the detained personnel had been released and were due to return to Nigeria, without saying when. The plane was flying to Portugal when it developed a technical problem and had to land in Burkina Faso, according to the Nigerian Air Force. The unauthorised landing sparked a diplomatic row with the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) made up of Burkina Faso…

Ghana’s Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Hon. Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has been elected Chairperson of the African Union Specialized Technical Committee on Youth, Sports and Culture for a two-year term. Her election, which took place during the committee’s recent meeting, was unanimous, despite her absence. Speaking on the outcome, Mr. Adongo said delegates across the continent endorsed Gomashie in recognition of her extensive contributions to culture, film, youth development and governance, earning broad praise and confidence from member states. In a statement following her election, Gomashie expressed appreciation for the trust placed in her by African Union members…

Parliament’s Committee on Roads and Transportation has begun reviewing the contract agreement for the proposed Accra–Kumasi Expressway, engaging the leadership of the Committee on Finance as part of the assessment process. The joint engagement, chaired by the Committee on Roads and Transportation Chairman, Hon. Mensah Adjei, focused on examining the scope, financing structure and expected economic impact of the major road infrastructure project. The expressway is projected to significantly reduce travel time between Ghana’s political and commercial capitals, lower transportation costs, create employment opportunities and generate long-term revenue for the state through road monetization. The Minister for Roads and Highways,…