Author: Kojo Nakkan

The Medical Director of the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (GARH), Dr Leslie Issa Adam-Zakariah, has reaffirmed the hospital’s commitment to making patient safety a central priority in the delivery of healthcare. Speaking on the occasion of World Patient Safety Day held on Wednesday, September 23, Dr. Adam-Zakariah said the day should serve as an opportunity for healthcare institutions to reflect on their fundamental responsibility to ensure that patients are protected from avoidable harm while receiving care. “This day is not just ceremonial. It is a day to reflect on our core duty to ensure that no patient is harmed while…

Members of the Teacher Unions, comprising the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers (CCT/PRETAG), have declared a nationwide industrial action effective Friday, September 25, over what they describe as government’s foot-dragging on longstanding conditions of service issues. In a press release jointly signed by Thomas T. Musah, General Secretary of GNAT; Jacob Anaaba, President of NAGRAT; and King Ali Awudu, President of PRETAG, the Unions said it has observed with grave concern the uneasy calm, growing tension and agitations among teachers owing to a lukewarm attitude by…

The Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has expressed grave concern over an attempt by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to arrest the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, on the premises of the Accra High Court Complex on 23rd September 2026, while he had gone there to represent a client in his capacity as a lawyer. In a statement dated Thursday, September 24 and jointly signed by National President Efua Ghartey and National Secretary Kwaku Gyau Baffour, Esq., the GBA said it also observed in widely circulated videos of the attempted arrest that another lawyer,…

A group calling itself “Ghanaians Abroad” has staged a demonstration outside the United Nations Headquarters in New York, demanding greater accountability from the Ghanaian government over campaign promises, governance, employment, illegal mining and the protection of citizens’ rights. The demonstration, held on Wednesday, September 23, under the theme ‘GHANA AYƐ MMƆBƆ’, brought together Ghanaians living in the United States and other countries, including individuals affiliated with different political parties, movements and associations. The organisers said the protest was intended to draw international attention to issues they believe require urgent action and to demand measurable progress on commitments made during the…

The Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga, has assured traders at the Nzema and Kokomba Markets at Agbogbloshie that the government’s plans to redevelop the facilities into 24-hour model markets will protect existing businesses and livelihoods. Mr Ayariga gave the assurance on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, when he toured the two markets together with the Minister for Transport and the Accra Metropolitan Mayor to assess their current condition and engage market leaders on the proposed redevelopment. He explained that the 24-hour model market initiative is intended to improve trading conditions, expand economic opportunities and provide modern…

The Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has called for a bipartisan parliamentary inquiry into a series of major narcotics seizures linked to Ghana, saying the country’s international reputation and confidence in its security systems are at stake. In a statement, the group said the latest concern followed the seizure by French customs of nearly 3.9 tonnes of cocaine at the Port of Dunkirk on September 7, 2026. The consignment, concealed in a container carrying plastic waste from Ghana, was estimated by French authorities at about €225 million. CDM said the Dunkirk seizure forms part of a wider pattern of narcotics…

Suame MP and Legal Counsel to the Minority in Parliament John Darko has condemned what he describes as an alleged attempt by officers of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to arrest Manhyia South MP, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, at the Accra High Court. Mr Darko said the incident was unacceptable, particularly because Nana Baffour Awuah was at the court in his capacity as both a sitting Member of Parliament and a lawyer representing a client. He argued that such circumstances require respect for Parliament and the proper legal process. “I strongly condemn what happened today at the Accra…

Member of Parliament for Evalue Ajomoro Gwira Kofi Arko Nokoe has commissioned the “Long Live Nkrumah’s Freedom Arch” at Ayisakro, Axim Junction, as part of activities marking the 117th birthday anniversary of Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah. The ceremony, held in Axim on Monday, September 21, brought together the Member of Parliament for Ellembelle, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, who served as Special Guest of Honour, traditional authorities, government officials and residents. Mr Arko Nokoe described the monument as more than a physical structure, saying it was “a gateway into our history, a landmark of our identity and a public…

Former Second Lady of Ghana, Samira Bawumia, has awarded two outstanding Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in the Tano North Constituency for their exceptional academic performance. The two students, who emerged as the best graduating BECE candidates in the constituency, were honoured during a ceremony on Thursday, September 17, where Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, also presented educational items to 2,200 BECE graduates transitioning to senior high school. The awards formed part of efforts to recognise academic excellence and encourage young people in the constituency to remain committed to their education as they progress to…

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the immediate dissolution of the Board of Trustees of the National Cathedral of Ghana Project, bringing the board’s role in overseeing the project to an end. The decision was communicated in a letter dated September 18, 2026, and signed by the Minister for Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs, Mahama Ayariga. The letter, addressed to the Chairman and members of the Board, said, “His Excellency the President has directed the dissolution of the Board of Trustees of the National Cathedral of Ghana Project with immediate effect.” Following the dissolution, the trustees have been directed…