Author: TNRgh

In a carefully calibrated address to the nation’s leading private newspaper publishers, Information Minister Felix Ofosu-Kwakye offered a mixture of commiseration, caution, and promises of future support, revealing the government’s acute awareness of the media sector’s existential crisis while stopping short of committing immediate concrete aid.Speaking at a capacity-building workshop organized by the Private Newspaper and Online Publishers Association (PRINPAG) in partnership with the Bank of Ghana, Ofosu-Kwakye acknowledged the severe pressures facing the industry, from physical assaults on journalists to the existential threat posed by social media and artificial intelligence. The Minister expressed the government’s “strong exception” to recent…

By Philip Antoh A high-profile partnership between Ghana’s Ministry of Education and tech giant Google, aimed at developing an artificial intelligence tool for schools, has backfired spectacularly, exposing deep-seated tensions over language, regional equity, and the opaque nature of government-tech deals. The project, announced as a leap forward for digital learning, is now mired in controversy after the exclusion of the Ga and Adangbe languages from its pilot phase sparked accusations of marginalisation against communities in the capital region itself.In a defensive statement, the Ministry’s Press Secretary, Hashmin Mohammed, insisted the selection of four unspecified local languages was “strictly on…

Shocking Stats Reveal Ghana’s North still suffering By Prince Ahenkorah The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) has reported a significant statistical decline in multidimensional poverty, with close to one million Ghanaians exiting poverty between the third quarter of 2024 and the third quarter of 2025. While the government will seize on the figures as validation of its economic policies, a deeper analysis reveals a picture of uneven progress, with the core drivers of deprivation remaining stubbornly unchanged and stark geographical disparities deepening.Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu presented data showing the national poverty rate falling from 24.9% in Q4 2024 to 21.9%…

…Leaving Ofori-Atta in Legal LimboBy Prince Ahenkorah Judge rejects government’s “mere assertions,” ordering official extradition documents, casting doubt on procedural readiness and adding a new layer of complexity to the former minister’s high-stakes detention.The U.S. government’s effort to detain former Ghanaian Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has hit a procedural snag. A United States federal judge, David A. Gardey, has formally demanded that federal prosecutors submit concrete documentary evidence of Ghana’s extradition request, stating the court “cannot rely on mere assertions.”The ruling denies an immediate decision on the extradition question and suggests the government’s attorneys may have overplayed their hand in…

Dancehall King Shatta Wale has defended his supporters after New Patriotic Party (NPP) communicator Awal Mohammed referred to a section of the Shatta Movement fans as “junkies” during a television appearance. Awal Mohammed, while condemning the government’s stringent bail conditions during a debate, cited Shatta Wale’s arrest and the protests by his fans. He has since issued an unqualified apology, clarifying that he did not intend to insult anyone. “The term was unnecessary, and I’m truly sorry for any offense caused. I respect the passion of fans and acknowledge that my choice of words was wrong—it was totally out of…

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson has issued a warning of potential legal action against online trolls and platforms disseminating false information regarding her and her family. The actress expressed this warning on Monday in response to claims made by TikTok content creator and blogger, Eedie Bliss, who alleged that Mercy Johnson’s husband purchased a mansion for a mistress who became pregnant by him. Eedie Bliss was released from custody on Saturday, January 17, 2026, after a public outcry. Addressing the matter for the first time, Mercy Johnson, in a video posted on her Instagram account on Monday, remarked, “We have chosen…

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Dr David Kofi Mawuvi Wuaku as Administrator of the Ghana Sports Fund, placing a seasoned banking and financial professional at the helm of a new initiative expected to transform sports funding in the country. Dr Wuaku brings more than 30 years of experience in banking and financial management to the role, which many stakeholders view as a turning point for addressing the long-standing funding challenges in Ghana’s sports sector. Fresh approach to sports funding For decades, the Ministry of Sports and Recreation has relied largely on central government allocations and sporadic philanthropic support. Even…

Morocco will be seeking to have Senegal stripped of their Africa Cup of Nations title, following the chaotic scenes that disrupted the AFCON 2025 final in Rabat. According to a report by beIN SPORTS, the Royal Moroccan Football Federation (FRMF) intends to file complaints with both the Confederation of African Football (CAF) and FIFA, arguing that Senegal’s temporary walkout during the final amounted to a withdrawal from play. Morocco believe that breach of competition regulations should result in the final being decided administratively, with the trophy awarded to the hosts. Senegal won the final 1–0 after extra time, but the…

A Tik-Toker, Christford Affadu Danful, popularly known as Ekow Black, has appeared before the Adabraka Magistrate Court over an alleged case of domestic abuse. The 25-year-old unemployed man was charged with assault, contrary to Section 84 of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29). According to the particulars of the offence, Ekow Black is accused of assaulting Rachel Oduro without her consent, intending to cause harm and pain. The prosecution alleges that the accused subjected the complainant to a severe beating on November 30, 2026, within the Accra Magisterial District. The case drew widespread attention after a video of the…

By our Business & Industry CorrespondentThe Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has moved to quash persistent rumours and public speculation regarding the imminent sale of the state-owned Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO). In a firm rebuttal, the corporation labelled such reports as “false,” seeking to clarify what it terms a crucial “strategic equity partnership” vital for the smelter’s survival and Ghana’s industrial ambitions.The controversy stems from a confidential, multi-ministry committee’s recent evaluation of bids from international entities interested in VALCO. Sources close to the process confirm that a front-running investor has now been shortlisted for final negotiations. GIADEC’s Chief Executive,…