Health Minister directs posting of 8 health professionals to Mother and Child Hospital
The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has directed the immediate posting of three medical doctors and five midwives to the Mother and Child Hospital in Kasoa following the death of a pregnant woman at the facility. The directive comes after Abigail Opoku reportedly died during labour after the hospital allegedly failed to carry out a requested caesarean section due...
NIA staff resume work after suspended strike action
Staff of the National Identification Authority are expected to resume work on Friday, May 15, following the suspension of their ongoing strike action. The assurance was given by the General Secretary of the Public Services Workers’ Union, Bernard Adjei, after the National Labour Commission directed the workers to call off the strike. NIA workers began their industrial action on Wednesday, May...
Gender Ministry advocates stronger families to boost child welfare
The Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection (MoGCSP) has called for renewed efforts to strengthen families and create safer communities for children as Ghana joined the rest of the world to mark the 2026 International Day of Families on May 15. In a statement issued to mark the occasion, the Ministry noted that this year’s celebration is themed “Families,...
Only 5% of Ghana’s health facilities are fully equipped – Mintah Akandoh.
Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has revealed that only five percent of health facilities in Ghana have all the medical equipment needed to provide quality healthcare. The minister said the shortage of essential equipment remains one of the biggest challenges in the health sector, affecting hospitals, clinics and primary healthcare centres across the country. He made this known after visiting...
Two Ghanaian brothers indicted in US over romance scams
Two Ghanaian brothers and a U.S.-based woman have been indicted in the United States over their alleged involvement in a romance fraud and money laundering scheme that reportedly targeted elderly Americans through online dating platforms and social media. The suspects, identified as Jamal Abubakari, also known as “Arrangement,” his brother Kamal Abubakari, also known as “Lancaster,” and Amanda Joy Opoku-Boachie,...
The Meanings We Wear
Dear MX24, I never thought something as small as a ring would make me question my entire relationship. I’m 28 and my fiancé is 32. We’ve been together for three years, and we’re currently planning our wedding. Everything has been going well… until now. The problem? Our wedding rings. I’ve always dreamed of a beautiful gold ring with stones—something elegant, something that actually...
Count Your Blessings Press Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Petra Odubayo Announces New Single “Count Your Blessings” Releasing May 15 Gospel music minister and songwriter Petra Odubayo is set to release her inspiring new single, “Count Your Blessings,” on May 15. The song is a heartfelt reminder to reflect on God’s goodness, faithfulness, and the countless blessings often overlooked in everyday life. With a message centered on gratitude,...
Wontumi unveils campaign team ahead of NPP internal elections
The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has officially unveiled his campaign team ahead of the party’s upcoming internal elections. The announcement follows what his camp describes as extensive nationwide consultations aimed at strengthening support for his candidacy across various levels of the party. In a statement issued on Wednesday, May...
Abronye DC remanded for 2W weeks over alleged offensive publications
The Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has been remanded for two weeks in connection with ongoing investigations into alleged misinformation and offensive public statements. The latest arrest occurred on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, just weeks after he had earlier been granted bail following a previous arrest linked to the same...
Museveni sworn in for 7th term as Uganda’s President
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has been sworn in for a record seventh consecutive term following his disputed election victory in January, extending his nearly four-decade rule over the East African nation. Heavy security, including armoured vehicles and tanks, was deployed in the capital, Kampala, ahead of the inauguration ceremony, which authorities said was intended to maintain public order. Museveni, 81, told...
