Author: Philip Antoh

The Nii Odoi Kwao Family of Osu, allodia owner of Nima has congratulated Mr. Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed on his victory in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries for the Ayawaso East Constituency, while firmly rejecting allegations of vote buying linked to his win. In a press release issued in Accra on February 8, 2026, and signed by Nii Odoi Kwao II, Head of the Nii Odoi Kwao Family of Osu, the family described Baba Jamal Ahmed’s victory as decisive and reflective of the confidence party delegates have in his leadership. According to the statement, Baba Jamal Ahmed secured…

The management and staff of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) have donated GHS 800,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) to support the treatment and care of patients living with Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs). The donation, raised through voluntary contributions by staff and management of the Authority, is expected to provide financial relief to vulnerable patients and families struggling with the high cost of treatment for chronic conditions. Presenting the funds, officials of the NHIA said the gesture forms part of their commitment to strengthening healthcare support systems and ensuring that no Ghanaian is left behind due to financial…

Fresh allegations of nepotism and abuse of discretionary powers have emerged within the Ghana Police Service, with the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, accused of using special promotion powers to advance the careers of close family members. The claims, contained in a strongly worded statement circulating among senior officers, warn that the development has triggered growing internal discontent, eroding morale and undermining confidence in the leadership of the Service barely ten months into the IGP’s tenure. According to the statement, the IGP personally signed at least four Police Wireless Messages between January 20 and January 30, 2026, granting…

The Member of Parliament for Karaga, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, has announced the completion and handover of a 300-bed capacity dormitory block to the Ambariyya Islamic Institute in Tamale, describing the project as a significant boost to education in the Northern Region. Sharing the update in a Facebook post on Tuesday, Dr Amin Adam said the keys to the new facility were formally received by his grandfather, Afa Tanko, who led the delegation on behalf of the school and community. He noted that the project was inspired by an earlier visit he paid to Afa Seidu, which sparked the vision…

The GhanaMade Expo is going to be a consistent, weekend buying destination that makes it easier to find genuine Ghanaian products in one place. Taking place every Saturday at a fixed venue, the Expo features a curated mix of local SMEs, artisans, and emerging brands giving shoppers a straightforward way to support Ghana-made goods while enjoying an exciting market atmosphere. The Expo is built for everyone: families looking for dependable quality and fair pricing, professionals searching for thoughtful gifts, and visitors who want a convenient “one-stop” experience. For Ghanaians living abroad, GhanaMade Expo also creates a strong bridge to home-whether…

Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Abas Apaak, says his long-held demand for accountability in Ghana’s scholarship administration remains unchanged, insisting his integrity “stands intact”. In a Facebook post on Wednesday, the Deputy Minister of Education addressed discussions around alleged corruption in the award of state-funded scholarships, stressing that his record on the matter was consistent both in opposition and in government. “Make your own conclusions, facts are indeed sacred,” Dr. Apaak wrote. “I gave my best in opposition and continue to do so in government as expected of me by my appointor. My integrity remains intact, no one can…

The Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF), Adjoa Obuobia Darko-Opoku, has assured Ghanaians that no region will be left out of the Fund’s ongoing 50-case pilot programme. Ahead of its official rollout in April, the GMTF is currently sponsoring the treatment of 50 complex cases drawn from across the country. At the National Cardiothoracic Centre, the Fund has already paid for life-saving surgeries for eight patients battling various heart conditions. In addition, four patients from the Central, Northern and Greater Accra regions have received financial support for neurological and cancer treatment at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital. At the…

President John Dramani Mahama has highlighted the transformative role of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) in Ghana’s economic reset, citing the institution as a key driver of increased gold exports, foreign exchange inflows and domestic value addition in the mining sector. Speaking at the Parliament of Zambia during an official address, President Mahama outlined Ghana’s broader economic reforms while drawing attention to GoldBod’s contribution to restoring sovereignty and value capture in the country’s gold industry. “Ghana established the GoldBod in April last year to take control of and regulate our gold exports. The GoldBod was given sole authority to export…

A Commissioner at the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Amb. Amma Twum, has thrown his support for the launch of the “Make Africa Borderless Now” campaign, calling it a historic initiative that advances the African Union’s integration agenda and Agenda 2063 aspirations. She delivered these remarks at the Presidential & Business Leaders’ Dialogue, held on Day Three of the 2026 Africa Prosperity Dialogues (APD). The dialogue, held under the theme “Empowering SMEs, Women & Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade,” took place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) on Friday, February 6, 2026. Amb. Twum described free…

Dr. Fatima El Sheikh, Secretary General of the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA), has urged African governments to introduce targeted tax incentives for women-led businesses, describing such measures as a “strategic economic shift” that could transform Africa’s development trajectory. She made the call during the Presidential & Business Leaders’ Dialogue, held on Day Three of the 2026 Africa Prosperity Dialogues (APD). The dialogue, held under the theme “Empowering SMEs, Women & Youth in Africa’s Single Market: Innovate. Collaborate. Trade,” took place at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) on Friday, February 6, 2026. Dr. El Sheikh highlighted…