Author: Prince Ahenkorah

Former Ghanaian Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, has been arrested and detained by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) over issues relating to his residential status in the United States. According to information available on the ICE website, the former minister was arrested on Tuesday and is currently being held at the Caroline Detention Facility in Virginia. ICE confirmed that Mr Ofori-Atta is in their custody, although it remains unclear whether his detention is directly linked to Ghana’s extradition request or strictly an immigration-related matter. The arrest comes amid mounting pressure on the former finance minister to return…

A development activist from the Talensi District in the Upper East Region, has written an open letter to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohunu, urging urgent intervention to curb what he describes as persistent and deadly armed robbery activities in the area. In the letter dated January 2, 2026, Solomon T.T.B. Zinekena expressed deep concern over the worsening security situation in Talensi, stating that the district has increasingly become unsafe for residents, workers, and visitors. He noted that armed robbers have allegedly been targeting residents, dispossessing them of motorbikes, money, gold, mobile phones, and other valuables, and in…

Kwadwo Oppong Nkrumah, the Sultan of Spin, strutted to the podium, his best “I’ve-got-a-secret” face on. He cleared his throat, ready to weave a tale of deceit so intricate, even he would believe it. “Ladies and gentlemen, we’ve finally found the scandal to bring down Mahama’s ghost! NPP members, get your chopsticks ready for Christmas!” The room erupted into a frenzy, but Oppong Nkrumah remained unfazed, his poker face on point. He announced, “GOLDBOD has incurred a loss of $219 million!”The crowd gasped. Heeeeeeey! Sammy Gyamfi, the GoldBod CEO, wasn’t having it. “Hey, master of spin, stop the theatrics! ”…

The General Superintendent of the Saviour Church of Ghana, Opanin Abraham Kwaku Adusei, has been crowned the Overall National Best Farmer for 2025 at the 41st National Farmers’ Day celebration held on Friday, December 5, 2025, in Ho. The 82-year-old farmer has spent over 55 years in the farming industry, earning numerous recognitions from the district, regional, national, and international levels. His decades of dedication have cemented his reputation as one of Ghana’s most accomplished farmers. In his acceptance speech, Opanin Abraham expressed deep gratitude to God and to all who have supported the agricultural sector. He stated, “On this…

The SRC Coordinating Committee of the University of Media, Arts and Communication (UniMAC), has unveiled a new logo, marking a significant milestone in its efforts to promote innovation, unity, and student-focused leadership. The virtual launch, held on 21st November 2025 via Microsoft Teams, brought together students, administrators, faculty, and staff from all UniMAC campuses. Attendees described the event as a proud moment for the student community. According to the Coordinating Committee, the new logo embodies the SRC’s renewed commitment to Transparency, Integrity, and Accountability; values they say are essential to effectively representing the student body. During the ceremony, key administrators…

Ghana has urged member states of the Kimberley Process (KP) to prioritize meaningful reforms that reflect the changing realities of the global diamond trade. The call was made by the Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Sammy Gyamfi, during the 2025 Kimberley Process Ministerial Meeting held in Dubai on November 20, 2025. Addressing ministers, diplomats and delegates from participating countries, the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, emphasized that although the Kimberley Process has been instrumental for more than two decades in preventing diamonds from fueling conflict, the nature of conflict has evolved beyond traditional armed confrontations.…

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) of Ghana, has renewed its commitment to Pan-Africanism and the struggle for decent work across the continent during the 80th anniversary commemoration of the Fifth Pan-African Congress in Accra. Addressing the gathering, the General Secretary of the TUC, Joshua Ansah, invoked the words of Ghana’s first President, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, reminding participants that “the independence of Ghana is meaningless unless it is linked with the total liberation of the African continent.” He noted that the spirit of Nkrumah’s vision remains relevant today as African countries continue to pursue unity and development. The event, attended by…

The Pan-African Progressive Front (PPF), has adopted a major continental roadmap known as the Accra Declaration, marking 80 years since the historic 1945 Manchester Pan-African Congress that ignited a coordinated struggle against colonialism and imperialism across Africa. Announced on November 19, 2025, in Accra, the declaration sets out an ambitious agenda aimed at completing the liberation project envisioned by early Pan-African revolutionaries. Delivering the declaration, Kwasi Pratt Jnr. emphasized that Africa’s complete liberation requires full political and economic unification driven by popular participation. He stressed that the wealth of Africa must be socially owned and democratically managed for the benefit…

…Calls for Stronger Unity and Global Influence for Africa President John Dramani Mahama, has officially opened the 80th Anniversary Conference of the 5th Pan-African Congress in Accra with a powerful call for renewed unity, economic transformation, and continental self-determination. He warned that despite Africa’s abundant natural resources; the continent remains weak in global influence and continues to face new forms of domination. Speaking at the event held in Accra, Kwame Nkrumah Museum, on 18-19 November, 2025, Mahama said the commemoration goes beyond celebrating history, it represents a renewed covenant of responsibility and unity for Africa’s future. He traced the origins…

Accra will become the centre of global Pan-African engagement next week as more than 200 delegates from 57 countries gather for an international conference commemorating the 80th anniversary of the historic 5th Pan-African Congress held in Manchester in 1945. The event, known as The International Conference of Pan-African Progressive Forces Commemorating the 5th Pan-African Congress, is scheduled for November 18–19, 2025, at the Kwame Nkrumah Mausoleum. It is being organised under the theme “From Historical Memory to Economic and Political Justice.” In a statement dated November 12, 2025, signed by Humphrey Quaye, Head of the Pan-African Progressive Front (PPF), said…