Author: TNRgh

The Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Mr. Godwin Kudzo Tameklo (Esq.), has laid flowers in honour of eight officials who tragically lost their lives in a military helicopter crash on Wednesday, August 6. In a sombre mood, Mr. Tamkelo led the management and staff from the NPA to lay the flowers at the ceremonial gardens of the Flagstaff House to mark the three-day national remembrance and mourning programme declared by the presidency. The NPA prays for the souls of the departed to rest peacefully. The Authority also prays that in this difficult time, the Almighty God will…

In the aftermath of one of the most devastating national tragedies in recent memory—the military helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians, including two cabinet ministers—Ghana is now grappling with a different kind of grief: shame. What began as a solemn moment of collective mourning was soon marred by what many have described as a disturbing and insensitive display of media sensationalism, as images and videos of the crash site flooded national television and social media platforms. The Z-9 military helicopter carrying Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, Environment and Science Minister Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and six…

 – Journalist Slams Media Coverage of Grief. Veteran journalist Abdul Hayi Moomen is calling on media practitioners to exercise restraint, empathy, and compassion in their reporting of national tragedies, warning that journalism devoid of sensitivity risks inflicting more pain than it informs. In a stirring and pointed critique of the media’s coverage of disasters in Ghana, Moomen drew attention to what he described as the growing insensitivity with which reporters and news outlets handle grief-stricken individuals and families, often in the heat of breaking news events. “There is a kind of silence that should never be interrupted, the silence of…

EM Advisory Applauds Mahama Administration’s Economic Turnaround, But Warns of Fragile Foundations. A mid-year economic review released by Emerging Markets Advisory, has delivered a balanced yet striking assessment of Ghana’s current economic trajectory, describing the first six months of President John Mahama’s administration as a “near-perfect turnaround.” The report lauds a string of impressive macroeconomic gains that have significantly improved sentiment among investors, markets, and citizens. However, it also issues a sober reminder that these achievements rest on delicate foundations that require urgent policy attention to ensure they endure beyond the short term. The report’s opening highlights the headline numbers…

A new directive from the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, has ignited a fiery debate within Ghana’s religious community. The mandate, which requires spiritual leaders to submit sensitive prophecies about the nation and its leaders for review, is intended to curb the spread of fear and panic often associated with public pronouncements. However, the move has exposed a deep divide among the clergy, with some welcoming the change while others raise serious concerns. A Call for Order or a Recipe for Chaos? The initiative aims to bring order to a chaotic prophetic landscape. Mr.…

Across Ghana, the menace of poor sanitation, particularly choked gutters, is becoming an alarming national crisis. From bustling urban centers like Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi to smaller towns and communities, residents are voicing growing concerns about the devastating effects of clogged drainage systems, a problem that fuels flooding, spreads diseases, and erodes the quality of life. The gutters, originally constructed to channel rainwater and prevent flooding, are now overwhelmed with plastic waste, food scraps, and other debris. The result, stagnant, foul-smelling water spilling onto streets, creeping into homes, and turning entire neighborhoods into breeding grounds for mosquitoes, flies, and other…

In the heart of Ghana’s Northeast Region, the Langbinsi Health Centre stands as a critical lifeline for thousands of residents across surrounding communities. Yet, despite its vital role, the facility is crippled by severe shortages, leaving patients and healthcare workers in a relentless battle for survival.   The health centre, which serves as the primary point of care for many, operates with shockingly inadequate resources. The wards, meant to offer comfort and recovery, are instead scenes of distress. In one ward, only two worn-out beds are available, forcing patients to share or lie on the floor. Others are turned away…

Set to Lose Everything and Face Life in Jail The long arm of the law has finally caught up with four Ghanaians who allegedly masterminded a massive romance and email fraud scheme that swindled victims out of more than $100 million. The men were extradited to the United States to face prosecution. The accused—Isaac Oduro Boateng (aka “Kofi Boat”), Inusah Ahmed (aka “Pascal”), Derrick Van Yeboah (aka “Van”), and Patrick Kwame Asare (aka “Borgar,” who is still at large)—are accused of running a sophisticated criminal enterprise from their base in Ghana, targeting vulnerable Americans. The indictment, a copy of which…

A seismic rift has erupted within Ghana’s spiritual community, sparked by a controversial new directive from Presidential Envoy Elvis Afriyie Ankrah. The mandate, which orders spiritual leaders to submit sensitive prophecies about the nation and its leaders for vetting, is meant to douse the flames of fear often fanned by public pronouncements. But instead of bringing peace, it has exposed a deep and fiery divide among the clergy. A Biblical Test or a Dangerous Gamble? Afriyie Ankrah insists his directive is not a muzzle on spiritual expression but a necessary tool for national security. Citing scriptures like 1 Thessalonians…

Workers at the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) are once again in an uproar, demanding the immediate removal of their Director-General, Professor Amin Alhassan. The D-G, whose four-year term ended on October 1, 2023, has continued to occupy the top seat, defying both employee demands and official directives. The GBC Divisional Union of the Public Services Workers’ Union (PSWU) has issued a fresh notice to the National Media Commission (NMC), giving them a 10-day ultimatum to act or face the consequences. This new agitation follows several ignored petitions and a directive from the Controller and Accountant General’s Department to suspend the…