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Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, Member of Parliament for Klottey-Korle, has called on Ghanaians to honour the legacy of former President Flt Lt Jerry John Rawlings by living out the ideals he stood for, rather than merely celebrating him through monuments. Speaking on Wednesday at a ceremony in Keta to unveil a statue in honour of her late father, Dr Agyeman-Rawlings said the monument should serve as a constant reminder of Rawlings’ values of probity, accountability, humility, dedication to country, service and integrity. According to her, it is people’s daily conduct, more than physical memorials, that ultimately gives meaning to Rawlings’ legacy.…

The Berekum Circuit Court has remanded a suspect into police custody in connection with an alleged attack that left two people seriously injured. Emmanuel Yeboah was remanded by the court, presided over by His Honour Mr Osei Kofi Amoako Esq., to face charges of attempted murder and causing harm, according to a press release issued by the Bono Regional Police Command. Police said Yeboah was arrested on 3 January 2026 following a report of an assault involving his brother and his brother’s wife. The victims reportedly sustained multiple injuries and are currently receiving medical treatment at a health facility. Preliminary…

A plot to kill Burkina Faso’s military leader, Capt Ibrahim Traoré, has been thwarted, the West African nation has announced. The sophisticated plan had been hatched by Lt Col Paul Henri Damiba, the military officer ousted by Traoré in September 2022, the security minister said in a late-night broadcast. “Our intelligence services intercepted this operation in the final hours. They had planned to assassinate the head of state and then strike other key institutions, including civilian personalities,” said Mahamadou Sana, further alleging that the plot had been funded by neighbouring Ivory Coast. There has been no comment from either Col…

Bolgatanga Central Member of Parliament and Board Member of the Bank of Ghana, Hon. Isaac Adongo, has defended the government’s plans to establish the Women Development Bank, clarifying recent criticisms over budget allocations. Speaking in a radio interview, Adongo addressed concerns that only 51 million Ghana cedis had been provided for the initiative. “How can 51 million build the Women Development Bank?” he asked. Adongo explained that the initial allocation is meant to cover preparatory activities, including feasibility studies, designing the bank’s structure, and establishing risk management tools. The full capitalisation of 400 million cedis, he said, will follow in…

Constitutional activist Oliver Barker Vormawor has renewed calls for Ghana to adopt a new constitution, arguing that the current amendment framework is overly complex and restricts meaningful reform. Speaking on Point of View with Bernard Avle, Vormawor said attempts to reform the 1992 Constitution have long stalled because of procedural hurdles rather than disagreements over content. He pointed to proposals that introduce a new “semi-entrenched” category of constitutional provisions as a practical solution. Under the proposal, provisions that were previously entrenched would be moved into a second tier, requiring a 75 per cent parliamentary majority for amendment, instead of a…

The Bolgatanga Central Member of Parliament and Bank of Ghana board member, Isaac Adongo has commended Finance Minister Ato Forson for his handling of Ghana’s economy, describing his work as “impressive” and “Ghana-first.” In an interview, Hon. Adongo praised Forson’s decisive actions since assuming office, noting the Finance Minister’s ability to take difficult decisions that some colleagues might shy away from. “To have done the things he has done in this short period, with the full backing of His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, is remarkable,” he said. Hon. Adongo highlighted Forson’s efforts in renegotiating over‑bloated tax exemptions, securing $9…

The case of Ebo Noah has entered a decisive phase, shifting from public prophecy to judicial scrutiny, with its final outcome now resting before the courts. Following his arrest, a court ordered that Noah undergo a psychiatric evaluation, a critical step that will shape the direction of the proceedings. The assessment is intended to determine whether he is mentally fit to stand trial and whether he fully understood the consequences and potential impact of his actions at the time they were made. Legal analysts say the findings of the evaluation could lead the case down several paths. If the court…

The Board and Management of Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) have undertaken a tour of selected regional airports to assess operations and identify development needs, the company said. The tour was led by the Board Chairman, Hon. James Agalga, alongside senior management headed by the Managing Director, Mrs. Yvonne Opare. It formed part of efforts to gain first-hand insight into the condition of GACL-operated facilities and to guide future investment decisions. The visit began at Tamale International Airport, where the delegation met staff and inspected key operational and technical areas. Officials examined airside and landside facilities, discussed safety and service…

Nana Tuffour Boateng, co-host of Channelone TV Breakfast Daily, has raised fresh concerns about the proliferation of state investigative and anti-corruption institutions in Ghana, questioning whether overlapping mandates are draining public resources without commensurate results. Speaking during the programme, Mr Boateng said recent public debate over calls to abolish the Office of the Special Prosecutor prompted him to reflect on the broader structure of state institutions. He argued that Ghana may be spending excessive sums on multiple agencies performing similar functions with “little to zero achievements” to justify the investment. He cited the Economic and Organised Crimes Office, the Office…

Former Member of Parliament for Tema East, Daniel Nii Kwartei Titus Glover, has publicly commended President John Dramani Mahama for what he described as a bold, non-partisan decision to support a poultry business owned by a known opposition figure. Speaking on Metro TV Goodmorning Ghana, Mr Titus Glover said he believes governments must be criticised when they err but equally commended when they take the right decisions. He cited the President’s recent visit to the farm of Boris B, a poultry farmer and prominent supporter of the New Patriotic Party, as a positive example of leadership above partisan politics. According…