Category: News

Nkroful: Mr Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, has voiced concerns over the detrimental impact of galamsey (small-scale illegal mining) on newborns during the 116th birthday celebration of Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana’s First President. He condemned the activities of these miners, highlighting their destruction of land, forests, and river bodies, which benefit only a few at the expense of the majority. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Armah-Kofi Buah, who also serves as the Member of Parliament for Ellembelle Constituency, spoke at the Kwame Nkrumah Festival (Nkrumahfest 2025) in Nkroful, Western Region, emphasizing the need

Aflao: Reverend Eric Dzansi, Minister in charge of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG), Kodzi, near Aflao, has emphasized the growing influence of money in Ghanaian society, highlighting its role as a powerful force that opens doors and dictates respect. Speaking during a sermon at the EPCG National Presbyters Union Week thanksgiving service, Rev. Dzansi reminded Christians of the challenges in serving both God and wealth, noting that the two demand ultimate loyalty and ownership of one’s heart. According to Ghana News Agency, Rev. Dzansi’s sermon was themed ‘You Cannot Serve God and Wealth,’ drawing from biblical passages such as

Accra: The 13th handing-over ceremony of the Air Force Cadet Corps at Sonrise Christian High School took place on Saturday, marking a significant event in conjunction with the school’s 17th graduation ceremony. Second Lieutenant Matilda Naakpansun Bagmae from the 66 Artillery Regiment served as the Reviewing Officer for the event. According to Ghana News Agency, Second Lt. Bagmae praised the cadets for their discipline, resilience, loyalty, and teamwork. She described the ceremony as a ‘rite of passage’ that symbolizes continuity, discipline, leadership, and service. Emphasizing that the cadet movement transcends mere drills, she highlighted how it instills responsibility, self-discipline, and

Accra: Pastor Frank Mensah Tandoh, the National Coordinator, School’s Outreach Ministry (SOM) of the Church of Pentecost (COP), has urged young people across Ghana to embrace discipline, morality, and faith as they transition into new phases of life. He emphasized that these values are essential for staying focused, making future-building choices, and upholding honesty, respect, and integrity which are crucial for personal growth and societal development. According to Ghana News Agency, Pastor Tandoh spoke at the National All Leavers Summit (NALS) 2025 in Accra, themed ‘Focusing, Guiding, and Nurturing the Next Generation Today.’ The event, organized by the SOM of

Aburi: The Socialist Movement of Ghana (SMG) recently convened its 2nd National Delegates Congress, emphasizing the need for African nations to intensify their efforts against imperialism. The event, themed ‘Imperialism in Crises: Pan-African Solidarity and Socialist Transformation,’ was held at the Amilcar Cabral School in Agyanoa, Aburi. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr Joshua Ansah, Secretary-General of the Trade Union Congress (Ghana), addressed attendees, urging a renewed commitment to organizing and mobilizing for a future where wealth benefits humanity and solidarity guides society. Ansah highlighted that the crisis of imperialism presents opportunities for resistance, but stressed the need for collective

Duayaw-nkwanta: Dr. Freda Prempeh, former Member of Parliament (MP) for Tano North, has condemned the exploitation of children in illegal mining (galamsey), warning that the practice undermines their education and threatens their future. She called on the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Municipal and District Assemblies, and civil society groups to act swiftly to curb the practice. According to Ghana News Agency, her remarks followed a viral social media video showing young children engaged in illegal mining. She said the development was alarming and demanded urgent intervention. ‘The future of these children is bleak, and the Gender Ministry

Accra: The Commissioner of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Brigadier-General Glover Ashong Annan, has reaffirmed management’s commitment to providing officers of the Division with the necessary tools and logistics to ensure effective border management and safeguard national revenue. He disclosed this during a strategic working visit to the Oti and Volta Regions, aimed at assessing operational effectiveness and to engage with officers and stakeholders at the Otii and Ho Collections. According to Ghana News Agency, the visits also aimed at motivating officers to uphold high standards in their duties. As part of his routine staff engagement,