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NPP hits the streets today for ‘Democracy Under Attack’ Demo
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is set to hold a nationwide protest today, Thursday, August 6, 2026, under the theme “Democracy Under Attack,” to draw attention to what…
“I feel unsafe because of my comments” – Dennis Miracles Aboagye
Dennis Miracles Aboagye, a spokesperson and aide to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has raised concerns about his personal security, saying his outspoken nature…
6 students arrested as Obuasi SecTech shuts down after Headmaster assault
The Obuasi Municipal Assembly has ordered the indefinite closure of Obuasi Secondary Technical School following a violent incident in which the school’s headmaster was allegedly attacked by a…
Paul Afoko pledges to reunite NPP, rejects calls for Kennedy Agyapong’s removal
Former National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Paul Afoko, says he is committed to rebuilding unity within the party if he is elected National Chairman in…
Jinapor orders investigation into July 29 Electricity Disturbance
The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, has instructed the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) to provide a detailed report on the power system…
DVLA reforms Vehicle registration, links plates to owners
The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced that Ghana’s new vehicle number plates will no longer feature the year of registration as part of reforms aimed…
GoldBod unveils Digital Gold Asset to expand investment opportunities
The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) is working towards introducing gold-backed tokenized investment products in a move expected to reshape participation in Ghana’s financial and mineral sectors by allowing…
Free SHS has reduced BECE’s relevance – Africa Education Watch
The Executive Director of Africa Education Watch, Kofi Asare, has raised concerns about the continued relevance of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), arguing that the examination no…
The strategy that delivered NPP’s 2016 victory was put in place under my leadership before I was suspended – Paul Afoko
Former New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Chairman Paul Afoko has asserted that the groundwork and strategic planning that paved the way for the party’s victory in the 2016…
Pastor arrested over alleged romance scam, marriage fraud and blackmail of women
The Ghana Police Service has arrested a self-styled pastor over allegations that he deceived several women through romance scams, fake marriage promises, blackmail and other fraudulent activities. The…