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By Leo Nelson The General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, has cautioned party members and other political leaders against pursuing leadership positions out of personal ambition, warning that desperation for power can lead to poor governance and national decline. Speaking at the 47th Anniversary Commemoration of the June 4 Uprising on Thursday, June 4, Fifi Kwetey urged aspiring leaders, particularly within the NDC, to prioritise service to the nation over individual political ambition. According to him, leadership should emerge naturally from a genuine desire to serve, rather than from a personal pursuit of political power.…

By Lawrence Odoom The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has supplanted illicit mining activities in Ellembelle District, Western Region, with a structured Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme, marking a decisive pivot toward environmental restoration and sustainable livelihoods. The intervention is a cornerstone of government’s broader strategy to eradicate illegal mining and mitigate its deleterious impact on ecosystems and water resources. Sector Minister, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, affirmed the NDC administration’s unwavering resolve to end galamsey. “We are helping start the responsible community mining so that the youth who wish to mine can do it responsibly, devoid of destruction…

By Emmanuel Nii Sackey The Mahama-led government has officially kicked off the highly anticipated 2026 National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, sparking passionate calls from political, religious, and traditional leaders for a renewed commitment to moral values, national unity, and responsible citizenship—foundations crucial for Ghana’s bright future. The electrifying media launch in Accra on Tuesday, June 2, brought together a dynamic mix of government officials, faith leaders, traditional authorities, and civil society champions, all eager to unveil bold plans for a nationwide celebration across all 16 regions in July. Representing Ghana’s diverse faith communities, Rev. Dr. Cyril G.K. Fayose pledged…

Author: Oscar Akaba-Norvixoxo For years, cross-border women traders have remained among the most important contributors to Ghana’s regional trade economy. Operating across border communities such as Aflao, Akanu, Elubo, Paga, and Hamile, these women facilitate the movement of goods, support household incomes, create employment opportunities, and contribute significantly to economic growth and regional integration. Yet, despite their vital role in sustaining trade and livelihoods, many of these women feel increasingly disconnected from national decision-making processes. One issue that has become a source of concern for members of the National Cross-Border Women Traders Association is their inability to secure an audience…

Author: Godson Bill Ocloo The recent remarks by the Minister for the Interior, Hon. Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka, concerning the identification of over one hundred unauthorized entry routes along the Volta-Togo border have generated significant public discussion. While some reactions have sought to frame the issue through the lenses of history, culture, and traditional cross-border relations, the Minister’s warning raises a far more important question that deserves national attention:Can Ghana effectively protect its national security if large numbers of people continue to enter the country through routes that bypass official immigration and security controls? This is the real issue. The Minister’s statement…

By Leo Nelson Survivors and families affected by the June 3 flood and fire disaster have renewed calls for justice, accountability, and compensation as Ghana marks 11 years since one of its deadliest national tragedies. In a statement issued on June 3, 2026, the victims and campaigners said they remain frustrated by what they describe as a lack of closure despite years of legal and public engagement. The disaster, which occurred at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra, claimed more than 150 lives and left about 200 people injured. The statement, signed by campaigner Senyo Hosi, said the passage of…

Torgbiga Amenya Fiti V Says Minister’s Statement Lacks Appreciation of Historical Realities During a two-day working visit to the Volta region on Monday, June 1, 2026, Interior Minister, Mohammed Mubarak-Muntaka made a statement: over one hundred illegal entry routes have been discovered in the Volta Region, a situation he alleged was responsible for the influx of foreign nationals into the country. In a scathing response to the Minister’s claims, Torgbiga Amenya Fiti V, Paramount Chief and President of the Aflao Traditional Council, who minced no words, described the claims as both troubling and disappointing. He asserted that the statement demonstrates…

The recent statement by the Honourable Minister for the Interior, Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, claiming that over one hundred illegal entry routes have been discovered in the Volta Region is both troubling and disappointing. It is a statement that demonstrates a lack of appreciation of the historical realities, geographical peculiarities, and socio-economic circumstances of Ghana’s border communities. What makes this declaration particularly disturbing is the fact that only a few years ago, under the previous administration, similar accusations were recklessly levelled against Chiefs and people of the Volta Region. Distinguished traditional leaders, including myself, Togbui Adzonugaga Amenya Fiti V, Paramount Chief…

John Dramani & Julius Debrah-An Unyielding Compact for National Renewal Through Coordinated Execution President John Dramani Mahama’s audacious blueprint to recalibrate the country and inaugurate a new chapter of progress has received resounding ratification from the apex of the Presidency. Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has declared, with granite conviction, his absolute fealty to the President’s agenda of transformation. In an epoch that demands decisive stewardship and seamless institutional alignment, Mr. Debrah stands as the linchpin of governmental cohesion. His focus is undiluted, his resolve unshaken, as the chief engineer of administrative synchrony. His mandate is crystalline thus to harmonize…

The Tema Regional Police Command has struck a decisive blow against illicit narcotics trafficking after intercepting 12 sacks and 80 parcels of compressed plant material suspected to be Indian hemp during a targeted operation along the Tema–Ada highway. The operation culminated in the arrest of a truck driver who attempted to evade law enforcement. The seizure took place on Sunday, May 31, 2026, when officers from the Tema Highway Patrol Unit flagged down a Hyundai Mighty II container truck. According to a police statement, the driver, identified as Bismark Koprneno, ignored directives to stop and attempted to flee. He was…