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Inflated Contract and Bypassed Rules A multimillion-cedi procurement deal by the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) is facing scrutiny amid allegations of irregularities, inflated pricing, and a potential conflict of interest. The contract, worth USD 878,641, was awarded for the installation of an Automatic Weather Observation System (AWOS) at Kotoka International Airport, but experts and insiders say the process bypassed best practices and raises troubling questions about accountability. At the centre of the deal is PM Consult Limited, a company previously linked to weather-related procurements, though without any confirmed experience in system installation or technical delivery. The firm was awarded the…

… seeks court bailout as defeat looms The political temperature in Ghana’s Ablekuma North constituency has hit boiling point, with the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) visibly rattled and desperately seeking judicial intervention to halt a crucial parliamentary rerun. Insiders suggest the party, sensing an imminent defeat, has thrown a legal Hail Mary, filing an interlocutory injunction to block the Electoral Commission (EC) from proceeding with an exercise that could dramatically shift the balance of power. The NPP’s National Youth Organiser, Salam Mustapha, has emerged as the party’s chief mouthpiece in this high-stakes drama, launching a blistering attack on the…

…Desperate Students Beg Mahama for Intervention The government of the Republic of Ghana is owing some scholarship students abroad stipends in arrears ranging from 8 to 36 months as some students have called on President John Dramani Mahama to come to their aid. The President of the Ghana PhD Cohort, Prince Bansah, has boldly spoken out on the escalating crisis confronting Ghanaian government-sponsored students in the United Kingdom, describing the situation as deeply distressing, worsening daily, and now jeopardising Ghana’s diplomatic standing. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, Mr. Bansah emphasised, “The reality on the ground is far more…

Ghana’s ambitious Volta Economic Corridor project is set to receive significant backing following the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) between the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF), the 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Secretariat, and the African Development Bank Group (AfDB). The agreement, signed on Monday, July 7, 2025, aims to transform Lake Volta into a multimodal transport hub, unlocking agricultural, industrial, and export opportunities for the West African nation. The initiative falls under Ghana’s newly launched 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme (24H+), officially inaugurated by President John Dramani Mahama on July 2, 2025. The Volta…

…Minister Warns Encroachers to Halt Developmental Activities on Sports Complex Land The Minister for Sports, Kofi Adams, has issued a stern warning to private developers encroaching on the Borteyman Sports Complex land, urging them to immediately cease all construction and developmental activities. He cautioned that any investment made on the encroached land will eventually be lost. The Minister made these remarks during a press briefing when he paid a working visit to the Borteyman Sports Complex, a facility that hosted the 2023 All-African Games. He emphasized that the Government of Ghana, in a formal agreement with the University of Ghana,…

In a courtroom heavy with tension and uncertainty, Elisha Mahama Akpanyichie, the first accused person in the murder of the late Eric Johnson, CEO of Royal Cosy Hotel Limited, popularly known as Jirapa Dubai, broke his silence in an emotional and soul-stirring testimony. With his witness statement filled with pain and disbelief, Elisha declared, “In all my life, I have never slaughtered a fowl, let alone murder a human being in such a brutal manner.” For many watching the trial unfold, this is not just the testimony of a man fighting for his freedom — it is the story of…

By Gifty Boateng  The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for the Akwatia constituency, in the Eastern Region, Ernest Yaw Kumi, has reportedly died at 40. This means that the Electoral Commission (EC) will be required to hold a by-election in the diamond rich constituency. The first-time lawmaker, according to media reports died today Monday July 7, 2025. The cause of his sudden passing is not readily available. No family source has confirmed the news but his colleague, Dr. Mahama Tiah Kabiru, MP for Walewale confirmed this to 3news. The deceased who was member of the NPP communication…

The Kwahu Traditional Area, long admired for its rich culture, vibrant festivals, and resilient heritage, is currently grappling with a deeply rooted chieftaincy crisis that demands urgent attention, reconciliation, and bold leadership. The recent pronouncements and actions surrounding the legitimacy of the Kwahu stool have cast a shadow over the peace and unity that the Kingdom has historically represented. In a critical moment such as this, it is imperative that all traditional leaders, elders, and stakeholders, particularly those from Abene – set aside personal interests, pride, and entrenched divisions, and allow historical truth and dialogue to chart the way forward.…

Parliament has been thrown into mourning following the sudden death of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Akwatia, Ernest Kumi. The first-time lawmaker, who represented the New Patriotic Party (NPP), passed away after a brief illness that had kept him away from parliamentary proceedings for several days. The news of Mr. Kumi’s passing was met with shock and sorrow among Members of Parliament during today’s sitting, with Joy News’ Parliamentary Affairs Correspondent, Kweku Asante, reporting a somber and subdued atmosphere in the chamber. Mr. Kumi’s death marks a significant loss for both Parliament and the opposition NPP, as he had…

President John Dramani Mahama’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme represents Ghana’s most ambitious economic blueprint in decades. For a nation that imports everything from animal stomachs to basic foodstuffs while exporting raw materials, this comprehensive strategy could finally break the cycle of dependency. But that depends almost entirely on execution. The programme’s strength lies in its integrated approach—linking agriculture, manufacturing, infrastructure, and human capital development into a cohesive system. Rather than piecemeal reforms, 24H+ promises to transform Ghana from a trading economy, dependent on imports into a productive, export-driven powerhouse. The real test But vision alone won’t suffice.…