President Mahama Lifts Ban on State Land Transactions, Signals Reforms in Land Governance
President John Dramani Mahama has officially lifted the temporary ban on state land transactions, which had been in effect since January 10, 2025. The suspension was initially introduced to allow for a comprehensive assessment of Ghana’s land administration system. Speaking at the swearing-in of the newly reconstituted National Lands Commission on Tuesday, September 2, President Mahama revealed that the review...
Stars on a Budget: Sports Ministry tightens purse strings before World Cup push
Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers have taken a sharp financial turn. The Ministry of Sports and Recreation has announced sweeping cuts to the Black Stars’ budget, slashing allocations across multiple departments in the name of efficiency and accountability. The original estimate of $1.2 million for the away clash against Chad has been reduced to $841,290 after...
President Mahama Swears In New Lands Commission Board, Urges Gender Inclusivity
President John Dramani Mahama has inaugurated the newly appointed governing board of the Lands Commission, entrusting them with the mandate to oversee the agency’s operations nationwide. The swearing-in ceremony took place at the Jubilee House on Tuesday, September 2, where the President administered both the oath of office and the oath of secrecy to the board members. In his address, President...
NDC’s Bernard Bediako Clinches Victory in Akwatia By-Election
Bernard Bediako Baidoo of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has emerged victorious in the highly anticipated Akwatia by-election, delivering a significant win for the government in one of this year’s most fiercely contested electoral showdowns. According to certified results from the Electoral Commission, Bediako secured 18,199 votes. His nearest competitor, Solomon Kwame Asumadu of the opposition New Patriotic Party...
NPP Concedes Defeat in Akwatia By-Election, Calls Results the Will of the People
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially conceded defeat in the Akwatia by-election, describing the outcome as a reflection of the people's will. According to certified results from the Electoral Commission, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Bernard Baidoo Bediako, secured a decisive victory with 18,199 votes. His closest contender, the NPP's Solomon Kwame Asumadu, received 15,235 votes. The Liberal Party...
Sophia Akuffo Questions Basis for Chief Justice Torkornoo’s Removal
Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has raised concerns over the justification for the dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo, arguing that the allegations leveled against her were not serious enough to warrant such a drastic move. Speaking in an exclusive interview with TV3, Sophia Akuffo—who also serves as a member of the Council of State—criticised the procedures...
Mussa Dankwah Hails Accurate Akwatia By-Election Prediction as a Major Milestone
Executive Director of Global InfoAnalytics, Mussa Dankwah, has described his organisation's accurate prediction of the Akwatia by-election as one of his most gratifying professional experiences. Speaking in an interview on Wednesday, September 3, Dankwah reflected on the intense pressure leading up to the poll, knowing that critics were ready to pounce if the forecast proved incorrect. “There was so much at...
Sophia Akuffo Slams Ouster of Chief Justice Torkonoo, Cites Lack of Fairness
Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo has spoken out strongly against the dismissal of Chief Justice Gertrude Torkonoo, arguing that the process lacked fairness and transparency. In a televised interview on September 2, Akuffo criticized the proceedings that led to Torkonoo's removal, calling them a "rigmarole" and warning that the situation sets a troubling precedent for judicial independence in Ghana. Her remarks...
Ghana’s Embassy in Iran to Reopen on Sept. 16 Following Security Improvements
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that Ghana’s diplomatic mission in Tehran, Iran, will officially reopen on Tuesday, September 16, 2025, after being temporarily closed for several months. Operations at the Embassy were suspended on June 16, 2025, as a safety precaution amid escalating tensions between Iran and Israel. The closure aimed to protect embassy personnel during the period...
Red Cards for Transfers: The moves that failed on deadline day
Transfer Deadline Day delivered its usual fireworks, but behind the headlines of Alexander Isak’s record move to Liverpool and Yoane Wissa’s switch to Newcastle lay stories of frustration and collapse. For every completed signing, there was another deal that never crossed the line. The Premier League’s final hours were fast, frantic, and unforgiving. By 7pm, the window slammed shut with...
