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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…

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) has officially launched Highlife at 100, a landmark cultural initiative commemorating 100 years of Ghana’s most influential musical genre. The launch, held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra, brought together Highlife legends, creatives, policymakers and industry leaders to celebrate the genre’s enduring role in shaping Ghana’s national identity and global cultural influence. Delivering the keynote address, GTA Chief Executive Officer Maame Efua Houadjeto described Highlife as “the soundtrack of Ghana’s national journey,” stressing that the centenary is not only a nostalgic celebration but a strategic intervention to boost cultural tourism and strengthen…

The Central Regional Police Command has arrested seven suspects in an intelligence-led swoop targeting narcotic drug peddling and related criminal activities within the Cape Coast Metropolis. The arrests were made on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, as part of a coordinated operation aimed at clamping down on the sale and use of prohibited drugs in identified hotspots across the metropolis. The suspects were identified as Robert Kobbina, Abu Issifu, Janet Mensah, Emmanuel Quarshie, Osei Boateng, Animful Emmanuel and Charity Nkrumah. Police first raided a known narcotic drug base at Effutu, where Kobbina and Issifu were arrested. A search conducted on Kobbina…

Renowned Ghanaian-born music educator and cultural ambassador Prof. Paschal Yao Younge has formally invited the Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, to the Global Arts Fest 2026 in the United States. Prof. Younge paid a courtesy call on the minister to extend the invitation to the festival, scheduled for March 19, 2026, in Athens, Ohio. Discussions during the meeting focused on strengthening Ghana’s cultural representation and leadership at the international event, which celebrates world music and dance while promoting intercultural exchange. As part of the engagement, Prof. Younge presented the minister with a copy of his…

The Government of Ghana has begun the 99th cycle of payments under the Livelihood Empowerment Against Poverty (LEAP) programme, with nationwide disbursement starting Monday, Dec. 22, 2025. The Minister for Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, announced the rollout at a press briefing, disclosing that GH¢139.33 million has been released for the current cycle. The funds will benefit about 350,580 households, covering an estimated 1.5 million people across the country. Dr. Lartey described LEAP as a flagship social protection intervention and a key component of the government’s Reset Agenda, aimed at improving the living conditions of…