Author: Philip Antoh

The Eastern Nzema Traditional Area in the Western Region is facing a renewed chieftaincy dispute after the Chief Advisor to the gazetted Omanhene expressed concerns about how the state is managing the situation. During a press conference at Tang Palace Hotel in Accra on May 7, 2026, Nana Enu Kpanyinli Annor Amihere, representing His Royal Majesty Awulae Amihere Kpanyinli III, mentioned that Ghana cannot afford another Bawku in Nzema East According to Nana Amihere, Omanhene is currently in abroad on “security self-exile” and provided what he called factual evidence regarding the dispute. Nana Amihere referred to President John Dramani Mahama’s…

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has underscored the need for sustained investment in healthcare, describing it as a key driver of economic growth and improved health outcomes across West and Central Africa. He made the remarks on Monday, May 4 at the official launch of the Regional Health, Nutrition and Population Strategy for West and Central Africa in Accra, an initiative developed by the World Bank in partnership with Ghana’s Ministry of Health. The strategy is expected to mobilise billions of dollars across more than 20 countries to strengthen health systems, improve nutrition, and enhance preparedness for public health emergencies…

Africa does not lack vision. What it lacks is execution. The disparity between aspiration and execution characterises the African Union (AU) at now. The AU has for decades advocated for a comprehensive agenda that includes economic integration, financial independence, and a more powerful influence in global affairs. The framework is outlined in Agenda 2063. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is expected to establish a single market worth $3.4 trillion. However, implementation continues to be inconsistent. Intra-African trade is still less than a fifth of the continent’s total, and less than a third of flagship Agenda 2063 projects are…

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has recorded a remarkable improvement in operational efficiency in 2025, growing its revenue exponentially while simultaneously reducing expenditure. This was in spite of a major expansion in staff strength and institutional mandate. According to the Board’s audited financial statements as at December 31, 2025, GoldBod increased its non-tax revenue from GH₵307.7 million in 2024 to GH₵970.8 million in 2025, representing more than 300% in internally generated income within its first year of operations. In a sharp contrast, total expenditure declined from GH₵129.7 million in 2024 to GH₵109.4 million in 2025, reflecting strong fiscal prudence even…

The Chief of Staff, Mr. Julius Debrah, is taking part in a Ministerial Leadership Programme at Harvard University, a high-level forum that brings together senior government officials from across the world to strengthen public sector delivery and coordination. The programme, organised in partnership with Big Win Philanthropy, focuses on practical approaches to improving the implementation of national priority programmes, with particular emphasis on results, accountability, and cross-government coordination. It features a high-level group of global resource persons and faculty, including former heads of state, senior United Nations officials, former ministers, and experienced public sector leaders who share practical insights on…

Member of Parliament for Old Tafo, Vincent Ekow Assafuah, has announced another successful edition of his annual educational support initiative for candidates preparing to sit the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). In a post shared on Wednesday, April 22, the legislator highlighted his continued commitment to improving educational outcomes within his constituency. As part of this year’s intervention, the MP revealed that 10,000 mathematical sets were distributed to students across Old Tafo. The exercise, he noted, is aimed at equipping candidates with the essential tools needed to effectively prepare for and write their examinations, particularly in mathematics, a core subject…

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Health has held a crucial meeting with the Ghana Medical Trust Fund to assess its role in addressing the growing burden of non-communicable diseases in the country. The engagement focused on the financial and social impact of life-threatening conditions on individuals and families, with discussions highlighting the urgent need for sustained support systems to ensure access to treatment and care. Led by Chairman Dr Mark Kurt Nawaane, with Ranking Member Dr Ayew Afriyie, the Committee underscored the importance of the Fund, stressing that its continued existence is critical to saving lives and reducing the burden…

A significant boost has been given to healthcare delivery in Ghana following a major donation of medical equipment by Rikair, led by its Board Chairman, Nana Yaw Asante, and Chief Executive Officer, Philip Creech-Jones. The delegation, accompanied by members of the company’s management team, paid a visit to present the items in a show of commitment to strengthening lifesaving care. The donation was received by Adjoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku, Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, alongside her team. They expressed deep appreciation for the gesture, describing it as both humbling and overwhelming given the scale and potential impact of the…

The Ghana Education Service (GES) Management wants to inform the public, particularly newly hired teachers, that approval has been given for the payment of outstanding salary arrears related to the use of the 2024 financial clearance. This approval, provided by the Ministry of Finance in partnership with the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD), applies to eligible teachers whose arrears accumulated from August 1, 2024, to November 2025. Management also announces that these arrears will be paid in instalments as detailed below: Payment Schedule In a statement from the Head of Public Relations at GES, Daniel Fenyi mentioned that teachers…

Claims of tension between Mr. Paul Adjei, the Administrator of the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), and Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu have been denied by a source familiar with discussions from a recent high-level meeting at the Ministry of Education. The source, who attended the meeting and is part of the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) but wishes to remain unnamed, stated that there was no confrontation or defiance during the meeting, contrary to some media reports. The meeting took place behind closed doors at the Ministry of Education and included CHASS leaders, representatives from the Conference…