NRSA declares commercial use of Toyota Voxy illegal
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has declared that Toyota Voxy vehicles being used for commercial transport in Ghana are operating illegally, citing regulatory violations and safety concerns. According to the Authority, many of the vehicles in use are right-hand-drive, which contravenes Ghana’s road traffic regulations, particularly for commercial operations. The position follows the presentation of a report by a technical...
$500,000 worth of contraceptives stuck at Tema Port, CSOs call for Gov’t intervention
Civil society organisations (CSOs) are calling on the government to urgently clear a consignment of essential family planning commodities currently stuck at the Tema Port, warning that further delays could lead to a nationwide shortage of contraceptives. The shipment, valued at approximately $500,000, was procured by the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) on behalf of the Ministry of Health Ghana...
Alvarez leads Atletico past 10-man Barcelona in UCL clash
On a night charged with tension and expectation, Atletico Madrid delivered a clinical blow to Barcelona’s European hopes. A 2-0 win at Camp Nou, inspired by Julian Alvarez, handed Diego Simeone a rare victory on this ground and left Barcelona with a mountain to climb. For long spells, Barcelona looked in control. They moved the ball with purpose and created...
Paris pain for Liverpool: PSG pounce as reds face mountain to climb
Liverpool’s Champions League dream is hanging by a thread after a sobering night in Paris. Outplayed and outthought by Paris Saint-Germain, the Reds fell to a 2-0 defeat that could have been far worse. Now, only another famous Anfield comeback can keep their European hopes alive. From the first whistle at the Parc des Princes, PSG set the tone. Luis...
PIAC Flags $561M Outstanding from Explorco, Raises Accountability Concerns
Ghana’s petroleum sector is facing renewed scrutiny after the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) flagged an outstanding $561 million owed to the state by Explorco. The development raises fresh concerns about accountability and delays in recovering public funds. The issue was highlighted in PIAC’s 2025 assessment of petroleum revenue management. The committee says the amount remains unresolved and must...
Mahama names five to Fiscal Council under new Financial Law
President John Dramani Mahama has nominated five individuals for appointment to Ghana’s Fiscal Council in accordance with the Public Financial Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1136). The nominations were announced in a statement dated Wednesday, April 8, 2026, and signed by the Minister for Government Communications and Presidential Spokesperson, Felix Kwakye Ofosu. The Fiscal Council is expected to play a key...
OSP conducts operations at fuel depots over suspected petroleum fraud
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has carried out coordinated, court-authorised search operations at five fuel depots and associated premises belonging to Bulk Distribution Companies (BDCs). This operation forms part of an ongoing investigation into suspected fraud in the petroleum sector. The operation, executed across multiple locations, is targeting an alleged scheme involving the under-declaration of petroleum imports, falsification of...
Blue Water Guards seizes equipment from illegal miners in Juaboso
The Blue Water Guard in the Juaboso District has confiscated equipment used by illegal miners during an operation at Topman, a community near Bonsu Nkwanta. The exercise, carried out on April 7, 2026, forms part of ongoing efforts to protect water bodies from illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey. According to the District Commander of the Blue Water Guard, John...
Climate Change Is Driving Global Health Crisis – Mahama Warns
President John Dramani Mahama has identified climate change as a major driver of the growing global health crisis, warning that its impact is accelerating the spread and complexity of multiple health threats. Speaking at the High-Level segment of the One Health Summit in Lyon on Tuesday, April 7, where he is serving as co-chair, the President stressed that climate change...
Premier League clinches fifth Champions League spot after Arsenal Win
The Premier League’s grip on Europe just tightened again. After Arsenal’s narrow win in Lisbon, England officially secured a fifth Champions League place for next season, opening the door to a chaotic and potentially historic qualification race. Arsenal’s 1-0 victory over Sporting did more than edge them closer to a semi-final. It confirmed the Premier League’s dominance in UEFA’s European...
