Author: Philip Antoh

The Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem Sai, has rejected allegations that the Attorney-General’s office has misplaced evidence in the ongoing criminal case of the Republic v Adu-Boahene. He asserts that all necessary documents are secure and have been properly submitted. “The Attorney-General’s office has not lost any evidence related to the ongoing Republic v Adu-Boahene criminal trial,” he mentioned in a post on X on Thursday, August 28. He stated that all supporting documents were submitted to the court well ahead of time. “As of June 18, we had submitted all the documents we plan to use to establish the charges…

The Bulk Energy Storage and Transportation Limited Company (BOST) has successfully held its 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday August 27, 2025, at its Head Office in Accra. The meeting brought together key stakeholders, including the Honourable Minister for Energy and Green Transition, the Director-General of the State Interests and Governance Authority (SIGA), the CEO of the National Petroleum Authority, representatives from the Ministry of Finance, the Ghana Audit Service, the Board members of BOST and the management of BOST. In his keynote address, the Hon. Minister for Energy and Green Transition praised the board of directors, under the…

The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Hon. Linda Ocloo (MP), has given a strong warning to the Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in the region, that their contract renewal will depend on performance and been effective. Speaking during the maiden “Meet the Press” series held on Thursday, August 28, 2025, at the Impartiality Conference Hall of the Regional Coordinating Council (RCC), the Minister expressed her disappointment at the lack of urgency from many MMDCEs, emphasizing that excuses will no longer be accepted. “Leadership is not just about being in offices and enjoying benefits. It is about achieving results, and…

The Ghana Chamber of Mines has called for the establishment of a Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) to mobilize funding for the development of the Western Corridor railway line. This initiative is a critical infrastructure project that promises to transform the mining industry and deliver significant benefits to the wider Ghanaian economy. The Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the Chamber, Mr. Ahmed Nantogmah made the call during a courtesy visit to Ghana Manganese Company by the Parliamentary Select Committee on Lands and Natural Resources. He underscored the urgent need for dedicated funding arrangements to revitalize the railway network that serves the…

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Lands and Natural Resources, with the support of the Ghana Chamber of Mines, has undertaken a working visit to the Ghana Manganese Company (GMC) in Nsuta, Western Region. The engagement forms part of Parliament’s oversight responsibilities and the Chamber’s continued efforts to facilitate constructive dialogue between policymakers and the mining industry. Speaking during the visit, the Vice Chairman of the Committee, Hon. Sanja Nanja noted that such engagements are critical for deepening Parliament’s understanding of the mining sector. “Our role as legislators is not only to enact laws but also to gain firsthand knowledge of…

Deputy Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Sampson Ahi, has called for deeper collaboration between India and Africa to drive prosperity, sustainability, and inclusive growth. Delivering an address on behalf of the Sector Minister, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, at the 20th India-Africa Business Conclave in New Delhi, on the theme “Co-Creating a Shared Future,” Hon. Ahi stressed that the partnership between India and Africa must go beyond traditional donor-beneficiary relations to one anchored in co-investment, co-innovation, and co-creation. He noted that with both regions home to some of the world’s youngest populations and fastest-growing economies, they face similar challenges, including…

Ghana has officially announced that its Forest Law Enforcement, Governance, and Trade (FLEGT) licensed timber will enter the European market on October 8, 2025. This marks a historic milestone, culminating a 16-year journey to strengthen forest governance, ensure timber legality, and promote sustainable trade. The announcement was made by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Hon. Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah (MP), during the 13th Session of the Joint Monitoring and Review Mechanism between the Government of Ghana and the European Union (EU) on Wednesday, August 27, 2025. This accomplishment positions Ghana as the first African nation and the second globally,…

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Lands and Natural Resources has paid a working visit to AngloGold Ashanti’s Iduapriem Mine in Tarkwa, Western Region, as part of its oversight responsibility of the mining sector. The visit, facilitated by the Ghana Chamber of Mines, provided Members of Parliament with firsthand insight into the operations, challenges, and contributions of one of Ghana’s leading gold mines. The AGA Iduapriem Mine management presented an overview of its operations, highlighting milestones since its establishment in 1992 and its evolution into a major open-pit gold producer with a Carbon-in-Leach processing plant. The mine has produced over 6.3…

The Parliamentary Select Committee on Lands and Natural Resources has commended Gold Fields Ghana for its consistency in delivering strong financial contributions to the state and impactful social investments. This was said during a working visit to the company’s Tarkwa mine, facilitated by the Ghana Chamber of Mines. Gold Fields disclosed that it paid more than GHS3.27 billion to the Government of Ghana in the first half of 2025, underscoring its commitment to responsible mining and national development. According to figures presented, the company contributed GHS1.58 billion in corporate taxes, GHS586.5 million in royalties, GHS505.9 million in dividends, GHS295.1 million…

Ghana’s Health Minister, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has assured the public of the ministry’s commitment to transparency and accountability following the controversial death of a 29-year-old patient at the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH). The deceased, Bavug Salim, was transferred from the One Heart Hospital in Tamale to TTH’s emergency department on April 13, 2025, in critical condition but died shortly after. His passing sparked widespread concern and allegations of medical negligence. In response, the Minister set up a three-member independent committee to probe the circumstances surrounding the case. The committee, chaired by Dr. Abdul Rahim Mohammed of the University for…