Energy Minister to address nation on power disruptions
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, is expected to hold a major briefing today, Monday, April 27, on recent challenges affecting electricity distribution across the country. The announcement was made by the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, in a post shared on his Facebook page. The briefing comes shortly after the directive for the Chief...
Government Revokes Adamus Mining Leases Over Illegal Mining Breaches
Ghana’s Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has ordered the immediate revocation of three mining leases held by Adamus Resources Limited. The decision follows an investigation that found evidence of illegal mining activities on the company’s concessions. In a statement dated April 26, 2026, the ministry confirmed that the Akango, Salman, and Nkroful leases have been revoked. It cited confirmed...
ECOWAS slams Mali Attacks, Urges Joint Fight Against Terrorism
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has denounced a wave of violent attacks in Mali, calling for intensified regional efforts to confront terrorism in the sub-region. The coordinated assaults, which took place on April 25, struck several locations and resulted in multiple casualties, including high-ranking military officials. Mali’s Defence Minister, Sadio Camara, is among those reported dead after an...
Akosombo Dam shuts down after fire at GRIDCo substation, causes nationwide power disruption
The Ministry of Energy has confirmed the complete shutdown of the Akosombo Dam following a major fire outbreak at the Ghana Grid Company substation in Akosombo, an incident that has disrupted electricity supply across parts of the country. According to the Ministry, the fire caused severe damage to key transmission infrastructure, making it necessary to suspend operations at the dam...
Adamus Resources Ltd. challenges revocation of mining leases
Adamus Resources Limited has pushed back against government’s decision to revoke its mining leases, describing the move as unfair and taken without proper procedure. The company says it has officially noted the revocation of its concessions at Akango, Salman, and Nkroful, but insists the decision is based on claims that do not accurately represent its operations. According to Adamus, it operates...
Ghana issues travel warning after deadly terror attacks in Mali
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has warned Ghanaians in the wake of deadly terrorist attacks in Mali, which have heightened security concerns across the Sahel region. The attacks, reportedly carried out by jihadist fighters and separatist groups on April 25, targeted several military installations, including locations in the capital, Bamako. The assaults left multiple casualties, including senior military officials. Among those...
The Junction Mall supports New Life Nungua Children’s Home with “Save A Child” Donation Drive
Accra, Ghana – 22 April 2026 The Junction Mall has once again demonstrated its commitment to community impact and social responsibility through its annual “Save A Child” Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, culminating in a donation to the New Life Nungua Children’s Home on 22 April 2026. This year’s initiative was made possible through a collective effort between customers and Centre...
SA xenophobic attacks: “Act Now” Jesse Jakes tells African Union
A member of the communications team of the New Patriotic Party, Jesse Jakes, is calling on the African Union to take immediate action following disturbing xenophobic attacks in South Africa. Reacting to a viral video showing the assault of foreign nationals, Jesse Jakes, speaking on the AM Club, described the incident as unacceptable and deeply troubling. “The story of South Africa...
“We would not be intimidated” – Rev. Prof. Joseph Obiri Yeboah Mante responds to GFZA CEO
Former Moderator of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rev. Prof. Joseph Obiri Yeboah Mante, has weighed in on the controversy surrounding comments made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Free Zones Authority, Dr. Mary Awusi, about the Chairman of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye. The debate was triggered by remarks from Apostle...
Akosombo Fire: Energy Minister directs GRIDCo CEO to step aside pending investigations
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has instructed the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Grid Company Limited, Ing. Mark Awuah Baah, to temporarily step aside as investigations begin into a fire outbreak at the Akosombo Power Control Centre. The directive follows a significant fire incident at the facility, which disrupted power transmission and contributed to...
