NIA workers begin indefinite Nationwide strike over working conditions
Workers of the National Identification Authority (NIA), under the Public Services Workers’ Union (PSWU), have begun an indefinite nationwide strike over unresolved concerns regarding their working conditions. The industrial action follows a directive issued by the NIA Division of the union after what it described as a unanimous decision by its Divisional Executive Council, following the expiration of a seven-day...
President Mahama returns to Ghana after Africa Forward Summit in Kenya
President John Dramani Mahama has returned to Ghana following his participation in the Africa Forward Summit held in Nairobi, Kenya, where African and global leaders engaged in high-level discussions on development priorities across the continent. The summit, co-hosted by Kenyan President William Ruto and French President Emmanuel Macron, focused on key issues including energy transition, healthcare reforms, and the strengthening...
Nollywood Mourns as Alexx Ekubo Reportedly Dies at 40
Popular Nollywood actor Alexx Ekubo has reportedly died at the age of 40, sparking widespread shock and tributes across the Nigerian entertainment industry. The news of his passing emerged on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, after several colleagues took to social media to mourn him and reflect on his life and career. Among those who reacted were Funke Akindele, Bolanle Ninalowo, and...
CID arrests 36-year-Old entrepreneur over alleged cyber sexual exploitation case
The Cyber Crime Unit of the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) has arrested a 36-year-old entrepreneur over allegations of non-consensual sharing of intimate images and online sexual exploitation. The suspect, identified as Joshua Kojo Anane Boateng, a resident of East Legon in Accra, was arrested on May 6, 2026, during a joint intelligence-led operation involving the CID Cyber Crime Unit and...
Gov’t approves evacuation of 300 Ghanaians from SA amid xenophobic attacks
The Government of Ghana has approved the immediate evacuation of 300 Ghanaian nationals from South Africa following a renewed wave of xenophobic attacks in parts of the country. Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, announced that President John Dramani Mahama had granted presidential approval for the evacuation exercise as part of efforts to protect affected Ghanaians. According to the minister,...
Over 500,000 SHS students begin 2026 WASSCE across Ghana
More than 500,000 final-year Senior High School students across Ghana are set to begin the 2026 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), starting with the Oral English paper. This year’s examination marks Ghana’s return to the regional WASSCE system alongside other West African countries after years of administering separate examination papers following disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The West...
Seized galamsey water pumps to Irrigate 30,000 acres under Feed Ghana Program – NSA Boss
The National Service Authority has announced plans to deploy 100 water pumps confiscated from illegal mining operations to irrigate 30,000 acres of maize and tomato farms under the government’s Feed Ghana program. Speaking to journalists after receiving the pumps from the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat on Tuesday, May 12, Director-General of the Authority, Ruth Dela Seddoh, said the initiative...
New Value for Money Office Ghana to Tackle Contract Inflation
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson says Ghana’s newly established Value for Money Office will help reduce inflated contracts and improve efficiency in public spending. The government believes the institution will also create more fiscal space for national development projects. Speaking after President John Dramani Mahama signed the bill into law, Dr Forson said the office will strengthen oversight of...
Ibrahim Mahama supports xenophobia victim Emmanuel Asamoah with GH¢200,000
Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama has extended financial support worth GH¢200,000 to xenophobia victim Emmanuel Asamoah to help him rebuild his life following his return from South Africa. Beyond the financial assistance, Ibrahim Mahama has also pledged to establish a cement distribution and construction hardware depot to support Mr Asamoah’s transition into a new business venture in Ghana. The support package will...
Gov’t to plant additional 30 million trees from June – Armah-Kofi Buah
Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced plans by the government to plant an additional 30 million trees beginning in June this year as part of efforts to restore degraded forests and strengthen environmental sustainability across the country. Speaking at the 21st Session of the United Nations Forum on Forests at the United Nations Headquarters in...
