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By Leo Nelson The increasing number of Police check points along the busy Accra-Aflao highway is raising concerns among residents, commercial drivers and commuters who ply the route. They have described the situation as a major nuisance that is affecting movement, business activities and transportation costs. The Accra-Aflao highway, which serves as a major international corridor linking Ghana to neighbouring Togo and other West African countries, is one of the busiest roads in the country. However, many road users say the numerous police barriers mounted at different sections of the highway are causing unnecessary delays and frustration. Drivers operating on…

By Joseph W. Quarm President John Mahama has commissioned a state-of-the-art Positron Emission Tomography (PET) Scan Facility at the Sweden-Ghana Medical Centre, describing the development as a transformative step in Ghana’s healthcare system and a major boost for cancer diagnosis and treatment in the country. Speaking at the event, he said, “For far too long, many Ghanaians requiring advanced diagnosis services of this nature have had to travel abroad, often at enormous financial, emotional and psychological cost to them and their families” He added, today, we make a bold national statement that this facility must not only make it unnecessary…

By Leo Nelson Former Vice President and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has sounded the alarm over what he describes as growing intimidation against members of the opposition New Patriotic Party across the country. In a statement issued on Wednesday, Dr Bawumia accused the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration of overseeing a pattern of arrests, detentions and strict bail conditions affecting NPP officers, activists and supporters since January 2025. He cited recent incidents involving social media commentator David Essandoh and Bono Regional Chairman Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye, as developments that raise concerns…

By Leo Nelson The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment is entering into a strategic partnership with Maphlix Trust Farms Ghana to promote youth participation in agriculture and agribusiness across the country. The partnership, according to the Ministry, seeks to create sustainable employment opportunities for young people through skills training, access to modern farming techniques, agribusiness mentorship, and entrepreneurship support. Speaking during an official engagement with management of Maphlix Trust Farms in Accra, the sector Minister, George Opare Addo described agriculture as a critical sector capable of addressing youth unemployment while strengthening national food security and economic growth. He noted…

By Joseph W. Quarm The Ghana Free Zones Authority (GFZA) has held an orientation session for 30 newly licensed Free Zones accredited Enterprises to deepen their understanding of the Free Zones Scheme and reinforce the importance of regulatory compliance. The orientation, organised by the Authority’s Compliance Department, forms part of it’s ongoing efforts to equip newly licensed enterprises with the knowledge and support required to operate successfully under the Scheme. The session provided participants with insights into the operational framework of the Free Zones Programme, key regulatory obligations and the range of support services available to investors. In her opening…

By Leo Nelson NDC Fire brand and Communications Team member, Wonder Madilo, has criticised comments attributed to the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) over the ongoing fight against illegal mining, arguing that the national conversation on galamsey requires urgency, discipline, and coordinated action rather than political exchanges. Mandilo criticised the NPP for what he described as hypocrisy in its commentary on the fight against galamsey. He drew an analogy suggesting that a person who stops stealing for a period and resumes again cannot suddenly be regarded as a saint. He argued that temporary restraint from wrongdoing does not erase prior…

By TNR Entertainment Desk Popular Ghanaian actor and filmmaker Van Vicker has commended the steady growth of Ghana’s entertainment industry but says more investment, structure and support are needed to help the sector compete globally. According to the award-winning actor, the Ghanaian entertainment scene has made significant progress over the years, especially in film, music and digital content creation, but challenges continue to hinder the industry’s full potential. Van Vicker noted that the industry has produced remarkable talents who are gaining international recognition, adding that the rise of streaming platforms and social media has also created new opportunities for creatives.…

The Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Kwame Ohene Frimpong, has been detained at the Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, Parliament has confirmed. A statement issued by the Clerk of Parliament, Ebenezer Ahumah Djietror, said the House is currently engaging Ghana’s diplomatic mission in The Hague for further details. “The Rt Hon Speaker and the Leadership of the House are in touch with Ghana’s Mission in The Hague for detailed information on the matter. The public will be duly informed appropriately on this matter,” the statement said. Details about the MP’s detention are not yet known, although some…

By Leo Nelson Ghanaians living abroad and facing economic hardship have been advised to consider returning home, as Ghana still offers opportunities for survival, investment and personal growth. Prominent Businessman and Philanthropist Ibrahim Mahama who gave the advice during a visit to his outfit by Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, H E. Benjamin Quashie and xenophobic victim, Emmanuel Asamoah and his family, said, the perception that life is automatically better overseas has left many Ghanaians stranded in difficult conditions, with some battling unemployment, loneliness and immigration-related challenges in foreign countries. Ghanaian citizens abroad Mahama observed, continue to endure hardship…

By Leo Nelson The Member of Parliament for the Keta Constituency, Kwame Dzudzorli Gakpey has assured traders and residents that the Keta Central Market will soon undergo a major facelift aimed at improving trading conditions and boosting economic activities in the area. According to the MP, the planned redevelopment project forms part of efforts to modernize market infrastructure within the constituency and create a safer and more conducive environment for traders, especially women who dominate commercial activities in the municipality. Speaking during his “Accounting To The People” Series, the lawmaker acknowledged the numerous challenges facing the market, including poor drainage,…