Author: Philip Antoh

In recent days, the Ghana Shippers Authority (GSA) has faced significant public criticism regarding its recent ICT purchases. Key among the concerns is the claim that the Authority paid an excessive GH¢2 million for specific ICT equipment it has obtained. These allegations, which have been widely reported by an online media source, have been labeled as incorrect and misleading by insiders at the Authority. Here is what our investigation at the GSA has uncovered so far: What was procured? According to details available, the procurement involved over 100 pieces of ICT equipment to support the Authority’s operations. These include laptops,…

The Mamprugu Youth Association has criticized the Ghana Police Service, calling the death of 33-year-old Abdul-Aziz Iddrisu, also known as “Baaluuse,” a “chilling violation of fundamental human rights” and a “national disgrace.” In a press release from Spokesperson Yakubu Nambe, the group claimed that Iddrisu was executed while in state custody, indicating what they see as a “dangerous slide into state-sponsored ethnic cleansing” in the Bawku Traditional Area. The Association provided a concerning timeline starting with Iddrisu’s arrest on February 17, 2026, in Bolgatanga. While the Police Service initially announced the arrest as a significant breakthrough in the investigation of…

A wave of emotion swept through the grounds of Holy Family Hospital, Techiman as staff struggled to contain their joy. Shock, disbelief, and overwhelming gratitude filled the air. For many, it felt almost like a dream, one that had taken decades to come true. The occasion was the presentation of two brand-new dialysis machines by the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, a gesture that has finally answered the hospital’s long-standing plea for a dialysis facility to serve residents of the Bono East Region and surrounding areas. The hospital, a well-established secondary health facility under the Christian Health Association of Ghana, has…

Dialysis patients in Ghana’s Bono Region can finally breathe a sigh of relief following the donation of two dialysis machines to the Sunyani Teaching Hospital by the Ghana Medical Trust Fund.The life-saving equipment is expected to significantly improve access to dialysis treatment, particularly for patients suffering from infectious diseases alongside kidney complications. Until now, the hospital relied on only three dialysis machines, which were largely inaccessible to patients with infectious conditions. As a result, many critically ill patients were compelled to undertake exhausting journeys, often twice a week to other facilities such as Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital or to hospitals…

The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, has reaffirmed the Government of Ghana’s commitment to maintaining the integrity of national examinations. He made the remarks during the 2025 West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Distinction Awards ceremony held at the Sakyi Asare-Menako WAEC Hall in Cantonments. “Examinations such as the WASSCE remain an essential mechanism for assessing learning outcomes and maintaining educational standards. They must therefore be conducted with the highest levels of integrity and fairness,” Dr. Apaak said. The Deputy Minister expressed concern over reports of examination malpractice, which he said undermines the credibility of the education system. “Reports…

Dr. Apaak The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr. Clement Apaak, has called on students to uphold discipline and integrity as they pursue academic and professional excellence. He made the appeal during the 2025 West African Examinations Council (WAEC) Distinction Awards ceremony held at the Sakyi Asare-Menako WAEC Hall in Cantonments. “It is a great privilege and honour to join you today to celebrate excellence at the 2025 WAEC Distinction Awards Ceremony. Today, we gather not only to recognize academic brilliance but also to celebrate the values of dedication, resilience, discipline, and perseverance that underpin true success,” Dr. Apaak said. The…

The Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security of ECOWAS, Ambassador Abdel-Fatau Musah, praised ECOWAS’s 50 years of stability in the region. However, he emphasized the need to establish a wider civil society platform for people to share their views, ideas, and participate in decision-making processes. During a four-day validation meeting of ECOWAS Economic and Social Council (ECOWAS-ECOSOC) experts in Accra, Amb. Musah explained that this civil society platform should include the private sector, research institutions, youth, women’s organizations, traditional leaders, professional associations, trade unions, and others to ensure their voices are heard. He noted that this initiative would enhance…

The Melcom Care Foundation, the humanitarian arm of the Melcom Group of Companies, has donated GH¢500,000 to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund in support of the Fund’s ongoing “Heal Ghana Month” campaign. The donation was presented during a visit by Melcom’s Group Managing Director, Ramesh Sadhwani, and Group Executive Director, Sonya Sadhwani, to the Secretariat of the Trust Fund in Accra. “Heal Ghana Month” is a continuation of the Fund’s February fundraising drive dubbed “Kyere Wo Do”, meaning “Show Your Love.” The campaign, which appealed to individuals and institutions to support patients battling chronic non-communicable diseases, raised GH¢76,910, $570 and…

The maiden edition of the Changemakers Challenge, an initiative aimed at nurturing innovative ideas among young people, has been successfully held with participants pitching bold solutions to real societal challenges under the mentorship of Akosua Asaa Manu. The programme, held on Friday, March 6, 2026, brought together a cohort of young innovators, created a platform for participants to present enterprise-driven solutions while receiving guidance on how to transform their ideas into viable ventures capable of creating impact in their communities. During the mentorship session, participants delivered 15-minute pitch presentations, showcasing innovative concepts ranging from community development solutions to enterprise initiatives…

The Agriculture Development Bank (ADB) has set the tone for this year’s “Heal Ghana Month” with a generous GH¢200,000 donation to the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF), igniting a renewed national drive to support Ghanaians battling chronic non-communicable diseases. The contribution marks a powerful start to the March campaign, widely celebrated as “Ghana Month,” and signals what both institutions describe as a deepening partnership to save lives. “Heal Ghana Month” is a sequel to the Fund’s February fundraising drive dubbed “Kyere Wo Do”, meaning “Show Your Love.” That initiative, launched as a heartfelt appeal to individuals and institutions, raised GHS…