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By Prince Ahenkorah The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has said that the government will need about GH¢500 million to tackle the ongoing food glut that has left many farmers across the country battling losses from unsold produce. Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on Monday, November 10, 2025, Mr. Opoku said the situation demands urgent, data-driven action to prevent widespread waste and restore confidence among farmers. “You do not just get up and move into a farm because there is a glut,” he cautioned. “You need to move there with your technical team to ascertain the amount…

By Philip Antoh The 2024 Best Fish Farmer awardee at the National Farmers’ Day celebration, Mr. Ebenezer Nyagble Dzikunu, has revealed a concerning delay in receiving his prestigious award nearly a year after the ceremony. Mr. Dzikunu disclosed that he is not alone in facing this issue, as five other award recipients are also yet to receive their awards from the government.Speaking exclusively to The Independent, Mr. Dzikunu expressed his disappointment at the delay in receiving his prime award – a JAC 3-tonne double truck promised to him and his fellow awardees. Despite assurances from event organizers in December 2024…

‘Kitchen Knife  COUP’ PLOTTER Freed On GH¢2.5 Million Bail By Prince Ahenkorah One of the six individuals sentenced to death by hanging for attempting to overthrow the government of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has been granted bail pending the hearing of his appeal. The Accra High Court, presided over by Justice Mary Maame Ekue Yanzuh, granted bail to Bright Alan Debrah Ofosu, a fleet manager, in the sum of GH¢2.5 million, with two sureties to be justified. This decision allows Ofosu temporary freedom while his appeal is being heard at the Court of Appeal. Debrah was part of a…

…. as Minority Shuns Proceedings Amid Baffoe-Bonnie’s Steadfast DefenseBy Prince Ahenkorah In a dramatic turn of events, the vetting process of Chief Justice nominee, Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, descended into controversy as the Minority Caucus in Parliament staged a walkout, denouncing the nominee and refusing to partake in the proceedings conducted by the Appointments Committee.The decision to boycott the vetting, spearheaded by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, came after a fiery confrontation with Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga, prompting a brief suspension of the session. Upon resuming, Afenyo-Markin declared the Minority’s complete withdrawal, leaving only Majority MPs to interrogate the nominee.Asserting their stance,…

Acting Executive Secretary Moves to Oust Deputy Amidst Reform RiftTensions have reached a boiling point at the Lands Commission as Acting Executive Secretary Prof. Anthony Owusu-Ansah embarks on a controversial mission to remove Surv. Anthony Mallen-Ntiador, Deputy Executive Secretary in charge of Operations.The reported power-play has cast a shadow over the Commission’s reform initiatives and digitalization endeavors, highlighting concerns about the organization’s direction.Overseeing the nation’s land administration, the Lands Commission is grappling with internal challenges that observers fear could erode public confidence in its operations.Allegations of staff misconduct, including tampering with records, unauthorized alterations to titles, and involvement in rent-seeking…

Takoradi Traders Cheers Minister’s Success Traders at the bustling Takoradi Market Circle in the Western Region expressed their overwhelming appreciation for the Finance Minister’s adept management of the economy, citing stable economic conditions and a strengthened local currency.The elated traders commended the government for achieving stability in the economy, particularly highlighting the successful control of the previously struggling Cedi, which has now significantly strengthened against foreign currencies. This positive development has resulted in reduced and steady prices of goods, bringing relief to traders and consumers alike.During a recent visit to the market, Finance Minister Dr. Forson was warmly received by…

By Prince AhenkorahExplosive revelations in the High Court in Accra today as former Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) board member, Yaw Odame-Darkwa, testified that the controversial Sky Train project took flight without the official blessing of the board during his tenure.In a high-stakes legal battle involving former GIIF CEO Solomon Asamoah and former Board Chair Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, Odame-Darkwa emerged as the star witness, shedding light on a staggering $2 million financial loss allegedly linked to the project.Odame-Darkwa firmly stated that the Sky Train scheme made a fleeting appearance at a single board meeting but never underwent the rigorous scrutiny,…

Director of Elections for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Evans Nimako, has revealed that close to 10,000 new delegates will be added to the party’s nationwide voter album following the completion of the voter verification and validation exercise ahead of the presidential primaries slated for Saturday, January 31, 2026. Speaking on Eyewitness News on Thursday, November 6, Mr. Nimako explained that the updated album has been expanded to include former constituency and regional executives as well as parliamentary candidates who have represented the party since 1996. “Invitations were extended to former constituency executives, former regional executives, parliamentary candidates since 1996, and those…

Director of Communications for the Bawumia Campaign Team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, says delegates of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) across the country are not only pledging their votes for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia but are also actively campaigning for his flagbearership bid. Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Thursday, November 6, Mr. Aboagye described the level of enthusiasm and commitment among delegates as overwhelming. “So far, so good in terms of the reception. They are not only saying they will vote for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, but they are also becoming evangelists,” he said. “They are becoming harvesters of…

The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) is proposing a revision of Ghana’s National Pensions Act, 2008 (Act 766), arguing that the law must evolve to include modern forms of work such as gig employment, digital entrepreneurship, and remote jobs. According to the Trust, the country’s current pension framework does not adequately cover the growing number of Ghanaians operating in emerging sectors of the economy, leaving millions without social protection or income security in retirement. Speaking at a symposium to mark SSNIT’s 60th anniversary, Director-General Kwesi Afreh Biney stressed that expanding pension coverage to reflect new labour market realities…