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Says Comptroller-General Not on Facebook The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has dropped a bombshell, issuing a fierce warning to the public: steer clear of scammers running fake social media accounts, especially on Facebook, and brazenly impersonating the Comptroller-General of Immigration (CGI), Mr. Samuel Basintale Amadu. In a no-nonsense release inked by the Head of Public Affairs, M. Amoako-Atta, the GIS revealed it’s been inundated with reports of these fraudulent Facebook accounts. These digital con artists are even shamelessly using the CGI’s images to dupe unsuspecting citizens. “We wish to state unequivocally that the Comptroller-General of Immigration does not own or…

The High Court is set to deliver a monumental decision on July 31, 2025, that could seal the fate of suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Torkornoo. The top judge is locked in a tense legal battle with the Attorney General, who is pushing to dismiss her plea for judicial review of her impeachment proceedings. Chief Justice Torkornoo, currently facing impeachment under Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution, has launched a certiorari application, arguing that the impeachment process is a grave infringement on her fundamental human rights. This move comes after the Supreme Court threw out three previous injunction requests aimed…

In a move signaling a profound strategic shift, Ghana has thrown its weight behind metrology – the science of measurement – declaring it the “invisible backbone” of its national industrial transformation. As Accra hosts the 18th General Assembly of the Intra-Africa Metrology System (AFRIMETS), the West African nation is positioning accurate measurement as the linchpin for trade facilitation, economic development, and its very future on the global stage. Speaking on Tuesday, July 22, 2025, at the opening of the General Assembly, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Ghana’s Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, delivered a powerful keynote address. She didn’t mince words,…

…’Secret Plea’ to Mahama Hidden Under a Veil of ‘National Concern’ The Minority in Parliament, typically vocal and combative, has taken a surprisingly QUIET ROAD straight to President John Dramani Mahama’s doorstep, cloaking their true intentions under the guise of “issues of national concern.” But a bombshell exclusive by The New Republic suggests their polite request for an audience hides a far more desperate and self-serving agenda: a plea for mercy. In a move described by insiders as a desperate attempt to SAVE THEIR OWN SKINS, the Minority Caucus, led by Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh, formally dispatched a letter to…

In a jaw-dropping legal maneuver, Stratcon Energy and Trading Company Limited, alongside its Chief Executive Officer, Harry Campbell, have unleashed a GHS 20 million defamation lawsuit against none other than Bright Simons, the outspoken Vice President of IMANI Africa. The legal bombshell dropped following a searing social media post by Simons, which the plaintiffs claim has dragged their hard-won reputations through the mud. According to court documents, the controversial post, dated January 8, 2025, allegedly painted Stratcon Energy and Campbell as dishonest, lacking credibility, and embroiled in shady dealings within Ghana’s energy sector. The writ of summons asserts that Simons’…

 – Julius Debrah Champions Late Leader’s Principles The late President John Evans Atta Mills continues to inspire, with former Chief of Staff Julius Debrah hailing his leadership as a powerful blueprint for Ghana’s Fourth Republic. Speaking at the 13th John Evans Atta Mills Anniversary Commemorative Lecture in Accra, Debrah lauded the former president as a “monumental figure” whose enduring influence should guide Ghana’s future leaders. A Beacon of Peace and Principle As Chairman of the commemorative event, Debrah underscored Mills’ commitment to peace, humility, and principled governance. He emphasized that the annual lecture serves as a vital platform to…

In a shocking development from another big corruption exposé, former National Petroleum Authority (NPA) Chief Executive, Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, and his alleged cohorts have been granted GH¢2 million bail each in the colossal GH¢280 million extortion and money laundering case spearheaded by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). The decision, handed down today, sees Dr. Abdul-Hamid—who stands as the prime accused—freed under strict conditions. He must provide two sureties, each earning a net monthly salary of at least GH¢5,000, with their income sources fully justified. On top of that, he’s required to report to the OSP every two weeks…

…as Mahama Instructs AG Seek Justice For Victims The clock is ticking for those who plunged Ghana’s recent elections into chaos and bloodshed. President John Dramani Mahama has decisively handed over a damning report on electoral violence to Attorney General Dr. Dominic Ayine, unleashing the full force of the law on perpetrators who are now reportedly “gripped with fear and anxiety.” Sources close to the Attorney General’s office reveal that Dr. Ayine is ready to move swiftly, with a clear mandate to bring to justice all individuals responsible for the heinous acts that marred both the 2020 and 2024 general…

Newly appointed Asante Kotoko captain Gilbani Samba O’niel has admitted that taking on the captaincy role comes with immense pressure, but remains confident in his leadership qualities to guide the team towards success. The Porcupine Warriors are set to represent Ghana in the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup, having secured their place by defeating Golden Kick FC 2-1 in the MTN FA Cup final at the University of Ghana Stadium in Legon. Speaking to the club’s media team, O’niel acknowledged the high expectations of the club’s passionate fanbase and assured that he is ready to lead by example, inspire his teammates,…

A former Executive Council Member of the Ghana Football Association, Leanier Addy has branded former Black Queens coach Nora Häuptle as “overhyped” following Ghana’s performance at the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations. Nora left her role as Queens coach in January 2025 after her contract expired, with no new agreement reached with the Ghana FA. The Swiss coach, who later took over the Zambian national team, saw her side eliminated in the quarter-finals after a heavy 5-0 defeat to Nigeria. Meanwhile, Ghana progressed to the semi-finals under the guidance of Kim Lars Björkegren, who was appointed in February as Nora’s…