GFA announces biggest-ever prize for 2025/26 GPL season
The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has raised the stakes for the 2025/26 Premier League, announcing a record GHC2 million reward for the champions in a bold move to drive competition and raise standards across the league. The announcement came during the GFA’s 31st Ordinary Congress at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampram. Delegates from across the football community...
GFA approves 12-Year term limit for Presidents
The Ghana Football Association has voted to extend its presidential term limit from two to three terms, marking a major change in the country’s football governance. The decision, made at the 31st Ordinary Congress in Prampram, now gives presidents and executives the chance to serve for up to 12 years if re-elected. Delegates from all 124 member bodies gathered on...
IGP Cuts Sod for New Ward Complex at Police Hospital
The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr. Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has officially broken ground for the construction of a new ward complex at the Police Hospital in Accra. The ceremony, held on Monday, August 11, 2025, was attended by members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) and other senior officers. The new facility is intended to provide a dedicated and modern space...
NYA Marks International Youth Day 2025, Pledges Stronger Support for Youth-Led Development
As Ghana joins the rest of the world to celebrate International Youth Day 2025, the National Youth Authority (NYA) has reaffirmed its commitment to empowering the nation’s young people to take the lead in achieving sustainable development. This year’s celebration is being held under the global theme: “Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond.” In a statement to mark the...
I contemplated Internet Shutdown to Curb Spread of Helicopter Crash Footage – Sam George
Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Sam Nartey George, has disclosed that he contemplated a temporary nationwide internet shutdown in the aftermath of the August 6 helicopter crash, in a bid to control the circulation of graphic videos on social media. Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, Mr. George described the days following the tragedy as emotionally turbulent,...
We are still contesting Akwatia By-elections – NDC Declares
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has confirmed its participation in the upcoming Akwatia by-election scheduled for September 2, while casting doubt on the ruling New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) motives in recent electoral decisions. In a statement signed by Deputy National Communications Officer, Godwin Ako Gunn, the NDC expressed skepticism over the NPP’s choice to refrain from contesting the Tamale Central...
NCA Suspends Three Wontumi Radio Stations Over Regulatory Violations
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has suspended operations of three radio stations operated by Wontumi Multimedia Company Limited, owned by Bernard Antwi Boasiako—popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The affected stations—95.9 FM in Accra, 101.3 FM in Kumasi, and 101.3 FM in Takoradi—were cited for multiple regulatory breaches, including unauthorised use...
President Mahama announces support fund for children of helicopter crash victims
President John Dramani Mahama has announced the establishment of a special fund dedicated to supporting the children of the eight individuals who tragically lost their lives in the helicopter crash on August 6. The initiative, which aims to ensure the long-term welfare of the deceased victims' dependents, will be formally launched on Friday, August 15, during a state funeral held...
Henderson’s heroics seal Palace’s Community Shield glory
Dean Henderson etched his name into Crystal Palace history with two decisive penalty saves as the Eagles edged Liverpool 3-2 in a shootout after a gripping 2-2 draw in the Community Shield at Wembley. Liverpool’s summer signing Hugo Ekitike marked his debut with a fourth-minute opener, finishing clinically from a Florian Wirtz assist. Palace responded through Jean-Philippe Mateta’s penalty after...
Kotoko face Kwara United, GoldStars draw JS Kabylie in CAF competitions
Asante Kotoko SC’s road back to continental relevance will begin with a high-stakes clash against Nigeria’s Kwara United in the first preliminary round of the 2025/26 TotalEnergies CAF Confederation Cup. The draw, sets the stage for a September showdown that promises drama and history. It is Kotoko’s first appearance in the tournament since 2022. The Kumasi giants will host the...
