Heightened security at EOCO as NPP, Minority prepare protest over Former NAFCO CEO detention
Security has been significantly reinforced at the headquarters of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) in Accra, ahead of a planned protest by supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and members of the Minority in Parliament. The demonstration is in response to the continued detention of former National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO) CEO, Abdul-Wahab Hannan, despite reports...
Parliament to extend sitting days to expedite legislative business
Ghana’s Parliament will begin extended sittings from Monday, July 7, 2025, as the House steps up efforts to address critical legislative business before its scheduled adjournment. Presenting the Business Statement for the seventh week of the session, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga announced that Parliament will now convene on Mondays and Saturdays in addition to regular sitting days. The move is aimed...
Álvarez heads Mexico to 10th Gold Cup title in dramatic win over U.S.
Edson Álvarez’s decisive second-half header crowned Mexico kings of the Concacaf Gold Cup once more, sealing a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the United States in a fiery final at Houston’s packed NRG Stadium. A sellout crowd of over 70,000 overwhelmingly behind El Tri, witnessed a night of intensity, emotion, and moments of brilliance. The U.S. struck first through Chris Richards,...
AIDS Commission sounds alarm over low HIV treatment coverage
The Ghana AIDS Commission (GAC) has raised serious concerns about the state of HIV treatment in the country, revealing that more than half of individuals living with the virus are not receiving antiretroviral therapy (ART), the standard treatment proven to save lives and prevent transmission. This critical warning was issued during a press briefing in Accra on July 3, 2025,...
Sam George demands 30% cut in DStv prices
The Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has called on MultiChoice Ghana to slash DStv subscription prices by 30%, citing the cedi’s recent gains and growing consumer frustration. Speaking during a July 4 meeting with a MultiChoice delegation led by Dr. Keabetswe Modimoeng, the Minister argued that although the Ghanaian cedi has appreciated by 30% in...
Ablakwa to US Senator: Ghana will not be dictated to
Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has issued a sharp rebuttal to U.S. Senator Jim Risch over remarks the senator made concerning Ghana’s debt and foreign policy priorities. Senator Risch had criticised Ghana’s focus on diplomatic efforts in Washington, alleging that the country was prioritising debt repayments to China over obligations to U.S. companies and taxpayers. In response, Ablakwa described the...
NPP slams EC over rerun in Ablekuma North, files Court Injunction
The National Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salam Mustapha, has taken a strong stance against the Electoral Commission’s (EC) decision to conduct a rerun of the parliamentary election in 19 polling stations within the Ablekuma North Constituency. According to him, the Electoral Commission does not have unilateral authority to initiate a partial rerun, and doing so sets...
Kotoko come from behind to beat Hearts and win President’s Cup
Asante Kotoko came from behind in stirring fashion to defeat arch-rivals Hearts of Oak 2-1 in a pulsating President’s Cup clash at the Accra Sports Stadium, claiming their ninth title and extending Hearts’ misery in the storied rivalry. Watched by President John Dramani Mahama and a host of dignitaries, the match delivered all the drama and tension fans have come...
Arsenal sign Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad in €60m transfer
Arsenal have secured the signature of Spain midfielder Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, completing a €60 million move that could reshape their midfield for years to come. The Gunners triggered Zubimendi’s release clause to beat off interest from European heavyweights including Real Madrid and Manchester City, underlining their intent to reinforce with elite talent. The 26-year-old arrives at the Emirates...
Chebet, Kipyegon smash World Records in Oregon
Beatrice Chebet and Faith Kipyegon lit up the Prefontaine Classic with record-breaking performances, etching their names deeper into athletics history on a landmark day at Hayward Field. Chebet stunned the crowd by becoming the first woman to run under 14 minutes in the 5,000 meters, clocking an astonishing 13:58.06. The Kenyan distance star shattered Gudaf Tsegay’s world record of 14:00.21,...
