Category: News

Accra: The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has issued a public warning against the unauthorised transfer of electricity meters, emphasizing that such actions are illegal and punishable by law. The company stressed that all meters are registered to specific locations and should not be moved without formal approval. According to Ghana News Agency, the ECG released a statement highlighting that unauthorised meter transfers could lead to disruptions in billing systems, service challenges, and potential legal consequences. Dr. Charles Nii Ayiku Ayiku, the General Manager for External Communications at ECG, clarified that meter transfers are strictly regulated and only permitted under

Toase: The Atwima Mponua Rural Bank PLC recorded an impressive financial performance in the 2024 fiscal year, reflecting significant growth across all key indicators. According to Ghana News Agency, the bank posted a profit before tax of GHS14.8 million and profit after tax of GHS11.6 million. Total income from all sources rose to GHS43.0 million in 2024, up from GHS24.1 million in 2023. Mrs. Constance Phyllis Puttick, Board Chairperson of the bank, attributed the strong performance to prudent management decisions, sound corporate governance, and market-driven strategies. She made the remarks at the bank’s 41st Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at

Nuremberg: In a fresh protest against the planned culling of healthy baboons, a number of activists glued themselves to the ground outside Nuremberg Zoo on Sunday. Around 20 to 25 people lay down on the ground in front of the entrance at midday, a police spokeswoman said. Most of them eventually got up and moved to the side after being asked to do so by the police, but five people glued themselves to the ground. According to Ghana News Agency, special forces arrived to remove them using solvents. One person then freed themself. The emergency services then carried the activists

Accra: PETROSOL Platinum Energy Limited and the Doyen Institute of Intelligence and Investigations on Monday signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding to enhance PETROSOL’s internal security and integrity controls. The strategic alliance positions PETROSOL to quietly strengthen its systems and protocols that underpins fuel quality, transaction integrity, and staff accountability. According to Ghana News Agency, under the agreement, Doyen Institute would ensure thorough vetting of new and existing staff to ensure integrity and reduce insider-risk and unannounced inspections at fuel stations to detect and deter fraudulent activity in real time. It would ensure that ‘every litre sold, and every cedi

Tema: The Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) is set to embark on an extensive dredging initiative at the Tema Port to increase the harbour’s depth, allowing it to accommodate larger vessels. This development was disclosed by Brigadier General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono, the Director General of GPHA, during a media briefing. According to Ghana News Agency, Brigadier Tanye-Kulono announced that preparations for the dredging project are well underway, with actual work anticipated to commence by the end of next August. Currently, the depth of Tema Port stands at approximately eight meters, but the GPHA plans to increase it to between

Kumasi: The Ghana Prisons Service has launched the ‘Think Prisons 360 Degrees’ initiative in Kumasi to boost support and collaboration for prison reforms. The initiative aims to sensitise individuals, institutions, and organisations to identify partnership opportunities with the Service in advancing its mission. According to Ghana News Agency, the launch was led by Mrs. Patience Baffoe-Bonnie (Esq), Director-General of Prisons, marking a key component of the strategic reforms introduced under the new Prisons Administration. The core pillars of the initiative include rebranding, digitalisation, agricultural mechanisation, industrialisation, wealth creation, and improved welfare for both officers and inmates, alongside targeted advocacy. Mrs.

Berekum: Ghana Medical Relief (GMR), a non-profit humanitarian organization, has successfully registered 2,360 residents in the Berekum Municipality of the Bono Region onto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) during its 2025 medical outreach. According to Ghana News Agency, the five-day outreach, held at the Berekum Holy Family Hospital, provided medical services to over 10,000 individuals, including Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and vulnerable groups. The event also facilitated NHIS renewals for clients with expired memberships, ensuring continued access to healthcare services. GMR, which is registered both in Ghana and the United States, collaborated with the Ghana Health Service (GHS), Holy