Author: TNRgh

“Democracy is not just the right to vote, it is the right to live in dignity.” – Naomi Klein Ghanaians are increasingly demanding accountability from state institutions, urging comprehensive reforms across sectors such as the judiciary and the Electoral Commission (EC). This call is not an act of rebellion but a legitimate democratic request aimed at strengthening governance and ensuring transparency. As Ghana navigates its democratic journey, it is imperative that leaders, particularly His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, embrace these calls for reform to advance the nation while ensuring that his leadership is protected from unwarranted attacks by the NPP,…

Through the intervention of Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzato Ablakwa, the government has successfully put a stop to two controversial transactions that were initiated during the previous Akufo-Addo administration. The diplomatic properties in Nigeria and Zambia, which were earmarked for sale by the former government under the supervision of then-Minister Shirley Ayorkor Botchway, now serving as the Secretary-General of the Commonwealth, faced impending dispossession. Upon assuming office last month, Minister Ablakwa made a firm commitment to retain ownership of these important assets for Ghana. In a briefing to Parliament on Friday, Ablakwa announced that, with the full support of President John…

Energy and Green Transition Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor, has dropped a bombshell revelation that he is close to uncovering the masterminds behind the disappearance of a whopping 1,346 Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) containers. Fresh from a high-profile visit to key sites in Kpone and Shai Hills, where authorities have apprehended some Chinese suspects and are currently on the hunt for Indian suspects who allegedly fled the scene, Jinapor made the shocking disclosure on the Parliament floor today. In a riveting speech, the minister declared his unwavering commitment to putting an end to the long-running scandal, vowing to bring the…

Accra, 28th March 2025 – Under the award winning ShePower programme, Vivo Energy Ghana, the exclusive distributor and marketer of Shell branded fuels and lubricants in Ghana, has successfully hosted the maiden edition of the ShePower Summit 2025 in Accra. The event, held under the theme “Fuelling Change: Redefining Possibilities for Women in STEM”, brought together employees of Vivo Energy Ghana, accomplished female professionals, aspiring young women, and other key stakeholders in academia and industry to champion female empowerment and inclusivity in traditionally male-dominated industries. The Chief Human Resource Officer of Vivo Energy Group, Reinette Wessels, highlighted the various efforts…

….Chief Justice Torkornoo’s Fate Hangs in the Balance as Injunction Hearing Draws Near” In the midst of mounting pressure for her removal, Chief Justice Gertrude Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo has made a pivotal move by formally requesting copies of the three petitions lodged against her, currently in the possession of President John Dramani Mahama. The embattled senior justice of the Supreme Court articulated her request in a missive dated Thursday, March 27, stressing the necessity of having the documents in hand to formulate an apt response. This development follows a recent revelation by Minister for Government Communications and Presidential Spokesperson, Felix…

Legendary Kuchoko artiste and radio presenter, Blakk Rasta released a total overhaul of an over 40-year-old Kakaiku song, Agyanka Ba (The Orphan) exactly a week ago and Ghanaians have since been ‘shedding tears’. The little over 4 minutes song was produced by veteran musician Zapp Mallet at the Title Track Studios here in Accra, Ghana. The song talks about a father’s lament over his failing health and possible death leaving his five-year-old behind to face this wicked world. He offers him advice in the form of a letter. The delivery is so emotional it immediately draws tears from listeners. Agyanka…

Ghana’s President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has called for a change in the governance structure of the International Labour Organisation (ILO), the United Nations agency whose mandate is to advance social justice and promote decent work by setting international labour standards. According to President Akufo-Addo, African Ministers of Labour, at their last meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, two months ago on 4th April, were of the strong conviction that improving governance at the ILO is synonymous with the effective implementation of the ILO’s responsibility in the interest of its constituents. The African Ministers of Labour reiterated and supported the urgent…

Dogon villages often follow a traditional way of life photo: Getty images[/caption] Nearly 100 people have been killed in an attack in a village in central Mali inhabited by the Dogon ethnic group, officials say. The attack happened in Sobame Da, near Sanga town in the Mopti region. The search for bodies is ongoing, but officials say 95 people have been found dead, with many of the bodies burned. There have been numerous attacks in Mali in recent months, some ethnically driven, some carried out by jihadist groups. Clashes between Dogon hunters and semi-nomadic Fulani herders are frequent. Mali’s government…

The World Economic Forum estimates that mental illnesses will account for more than half of the economic burden of disease over the next two decades – more than cancer, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases combined. In high-income countries, more than 35% of people with mental disorders receive no treatment. This rate can increase to 85% for those in low- and middle-income countries. Statistics from the Mental Health Authority in Ghana indicates that about four million Ghanaians, out of the estimated population of 28 million are suffering from mild to severe mental illnesses, with treatment gap hovering around 98% of the…

Board Members of Ghana Rugby Union, Ernest Hanson and Rafatu Inusah have organised a fun rugby competition between Kanda Community Boys and Cantonment Boys at the Horizon Special School. Twelve boys were divided into 3 teams, Conquerors, Cosmos and Hokmos. Cosmos won, followed by Conquerors and Hokmos. All teams were presented with medals and a trophy went to the winner. It was a great day as the boys really had fun. Meanwhile, Rafatu Inusah with the President of Sierra Leone Rugby, Naasu Fofana, have also discussed  Get Into Rugby in Ghana, development of women’s Rugby in Ghana and how Ghana…