Author: Gifty Baoateng

All is set for President John Dramani Mahama and the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to mark the government’s one year anniversary in office today, Wednesday, January 7. The commemoration will take a form of a non-denominational thanksgiving service at the forecourt of the Jubilee House, in Accra. The event coincide with the day the president was sworn-in at a colourful ceremony at the Black Star Square, on January 7, 2025, where several dignitaries including presidents and envoys across the country were in attendance. The service, scheduled for 8:00 a.m., will bring together religious leaders, senior government officials, members of the…

Ghana, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has strongly condemned the unilateral use of force and unauthorised military invasion of Venezuela by the United States (US). The invasion reportedly resulted in the abduction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia Flores, by US forces and removed from the country, in the early hours of Saturday, 3rd January, 2026. The pair have been indicted on drug charges in New York. According to a statement issued by the sector Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, it was alarmed by the development. It indicated that, Ghana is alarmed but said it is monitoring…

The Member of Parliament (MP) for the Ayawaso East constituency, in the Greater Accra Region, Mahama Naser Toure, has suddenly passed away at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, after a period of illness. The late MP, who was serving his 4th term in Parliament, on the ticket of the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC), turned 60 years in March 2025. Toure held several key roles in Parliament, including Vice Chairman of the Energy Committee, and member of the Roads and Transport Committee, House Committee, and the Private Members’ Bills and Motions Committee. Following his passing, his body has been taken to…

President John Dramani Mahama, has paid a visit to former President John Agyekum Kufuor, at his Airport Residence in Accra. The visit on Tuesday, December 30, was for him to extend best wishes of the season to his senior statesman and friend. Photos of the visit have emerged online, warming many hearts. Many Ghanaians who have come across the photos have commended the President for looking beyond his political party and extending love to his opponent. They also acknowledged his humility and love for humanity. In a post, President shared copies of the photos saying “I paid a visit to…

The paramount chief of the Dormaahene Traditional Area, Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyeman Badu II, privately known as Daniel Mensah, has dispelled rumours that he is sympathizer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC). Over the years, the traditional ruler has been berated for allegedly being a sympathizer of the NDC. He said to jell so well with NDC presidents than that of the NPP. His utterances are perceived to be in favour of the governing party as against the NPP. But according to the outspoken chief of the people of Dormaa, he has never in his entire life been affiliated to the…

Victor Smith Visits Ghanaians In Detention Centre in Philadelphia Ghana’s ambassador to the United States of (USA) Victor Emmanuel Smith, has led a team from the Embassy to visit Ghanaians detained in one of the Immigration Centre Enforcement (ICE) detention facilities in Philadelphia, in Pennsylvanian. The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, is actively collaborating with private prison companies, primarily the GEO Group, to operate detention centers. GEO Group serves as a critical, large-scale partner for ICE, expanding detention capacity to support immigration enforcement efforts. The GEO Group operates the large Moshannon Valley Processing Center, a major ICE immigrant detention…

As HGhana’s Ambassador to the United States (US) Victor Emmanuel Smith, has formally presented his credentials to President Donald J. Trump, marking the official commencement of his diplomatic mission in Washington. The presentation took place at the Oval Office of the White House, where Ambassador Smith joined 14 other newly appointed ambassadors accredited to the United States. Notably, Ambassador Smith was the first ambassador to be received by President Trump during the session, a moment that underscored the significance of Ghana’s diplomatic engagement with the United States. President Trump reacted warmly upon seeing the Ghanaian envoy, exclaiming, “look at this…

The leadership of the Private Newspapers and Online Publishers Association of Ghana (PRINPAG) led by President, David Tamakloe, has held an end of year party for it members. The event, held in Accra brought together gurus and veterans from the inky fraternity especially, the print media. On the night, journalists, both young and old, dined, danced to ease some stress and fraternized as members. Among the attendees were: Kenteman, Awudu Mahama, George Wilson, Opare Gyan, Obeng Manu, Frank Amponsah, Wilfred Otoo, William Sarpong, Kobby Fiagbe, Michael Petit Mawugbe, Franklin Asare Donkor, Jamila Whab and many others,  In his welcome address,…

Highlife legend, Amandzeba Nat Brew, has registered his strongest displeasure during a performance at government’s ‘Diaspora Summit 2025’ programmes on Friday, December 19. The artiste, was one of the creatives who performed at the opening of the 2-day event, underway at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). He performed his hit song ‘Wogbe’ released several years ago. After what can be described as an amazing performance, Amandzeba dropped the bombshell. Immediately after his performance, Nat Brew while thanking the gathering shockingly declared that he would have declined the invitation to perform but for the respect he has for President John…

Taskforce Arrests Drivers ChargingUnapproved Prices Some commuters in and around the busy town of Kasoa, in the Central Region, are reputedly jilting commercial vehicles popularly known as trotro for buses released on four major routes to enhance movements as the yuletide approaches. The development is a response to weeks of extortions by drivers and their ‘mates’ in parts of the national capital, Accra and parts of the country including the Kumasi metropolis. TheNewRepublic monitoring of the situation has been that, due to the Christmas season, drivers during rush hours and at night increase fares in some cases by more than…