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President John Dramani Mahama has disclosed that the National Security Council does not currently consider it necessary to declare a state of emergency in the fight against   illegal mining, known locally as galamsey . Speaking at a stakeholder engagement on illegal mining in Accra, Mahama noted that while he holds the constitutional power to declare a state of emergency, such a move must be guided by advice from the Council. "Yes, I have the power to do it," Mahama said. "But the president acts not only on his authority but also on the advice of the National Security Council…as of now, the National Security Council believes that we can win the fight against galamsey without a state of emergency." He stressed, however, that he would not hesitate to declare one if the security leadership advised otherwise. “The day they advise me otherwise — that now we need a state of emergency — I will not hesitate in declaring it,” he said. Mahama’s comments follow renewed calls f...

  Former Ghanaian Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has allegedly been sighted in the United States, reigniting public debate about his legal troubles after the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) declared him a fugitive earlier this year. The OSP had accused Ofori-Atta of financial misconduct during his tenure and issued a warrant as part of a broader crackdown on alleged corruption involving senior government officials. The office further cautioned that should he fail to respond by a set deadline, his name would be restored to Ghana’s list of wanted persons, formally designating him a fugitive once again. Reports, however, suggest that Ofori-Atta has been residing in the U.S. for several months. His continued stay abroad has raised doubts about whether Ghana’s authorities can enforce the warrant and whether the investigations will proceed effectively. While the government has yet to comment on his reported presence overseas, analysts argue the case highlights structura...

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has pledged that an NPP government, if voted back into office, will ensure the completion of the  Agenda 111 health infrastructure initiative launched under former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. The flagship programme aims to provide district hospitals in underserved areas, with each facility designed to accommodate 100 beds and include residential quarters for medical staff. Dr. Bawumia noted that significant progress had been made on many of the hospitals by the end of 2024, but construction has since stalled under the current NDC administration. "Many of the hospitals had reached advanced stages of construction by the close of 2024, but progress has stalled. The NPP remains committed to delivering Agenda 111 to expand access to quality healthcare across the country," he said. Speaking to constituency executives and former party officials in the Greater Accra Region on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Dr. Bawumia reaffi...

The government has announced a significant increase in the daily feeding grant for prison inmates , raising the amount from GH¢1.80p to GH¢5. The prisoners' feeding grant adjustment, according to Mubarak Mohammed Muntaka, Minister for the Interior, is aimed at improving the welfare of prisoners across the country. He emphasised that while inmates may have erred against society, their basic human rights—including the right to adequate food—must be respected. Muntaka made this known when he appeared before the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament on Tuesday, September 30, 2025. He said the new rate had received presidential approval and would be captured in the 2026 Budget, with GH¢10 million expected to be released to cover the last quarter of this year. Members of the committee described the GH¢1.80p allocation, which has remained unchanged since 2010, as grossly inadequate for providing three meals a day to inmates. The Director-General of the Ghana Prisons Service, Mrs P...

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has dismissed Charles Akwasi Aidoo, Assistant Headmaster (Academic) of KNUST Senior High School (SHS), from his position. Charles Aidoo was removed after being found "in a compromising position with a female student." In a statement signed by Daniel Fenyi, Head of Public Relations at GES, it was emphasised, "We strongly condemn any acts that compromise the safety, dignity and well-being of students." The statement noted that the attention of GES Management had been drawn to a viral video circulating on social media, allegedly showing Aidoo, the Assistant Headmaster (Academic) of KNUST SHS, in a compromising position with a female student. "Management views this matter with utmost seriousness. In line with our commitment to safeguarding the integrity of the teaching profession and ensuring the safety and welfare of students under our care," the statement added. According to the statement, Aidoo has already been removed fro...

Member of Parliament for Klottey Korle, Dr Zanetor Agyeman Rawlings, has raised concerns about what she describes as a growing trend among the youth — prioritising lavish wedding ceremonies over building lasting marriage. She made this known on JoyNews' Talk No Dey Cook Rice podcast, stating that too much attention is placed on the glamour, fashion, and social media appeal of weddings, rather than the values and responsibilities that sustain a marriage. According to Zanetor Rawlings, "I get the impression that sometimes when people are thinking about marriage, it’s the preparation towards it more than the actual journey of being married that people seem to focus on. So there’s the what do they call the ‘Save the Date’ pre-wedding pictures thing." The legislator added that marriage should be viewed as a partnership founded on commitment, communication, and mutual respect, rather than a competition to host the most extravagant ceremony. She said the investment often goes i...