Category: News

Accra: The Government of Ghana, through the Ministry of Finance, has initiated the distribution of allowances to Assembly Members by releasing GH?25 million to the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs (MLGCRA). This release marks the first installment of a GH?100 million allocation designed to provide monthly consolidated allowances to Assembly Members nationwide. According to Ghana News Agency, as of Monday, July 14, 2025, the Ministry had distributed a total of GH?23,621,000 to cover allowances for the months of April and May. Each of the 9,085 Assembly Members will receive GH?1,300.00 per month to aid them in fulfilling

Washington: From Wednesday to Friday, U.S. President Donald Trump hosted a summit in Washington with the presidents of five African countries, Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal, for discussions on trade, investment, and security. According to Ghana News Agency, observers indicated that with all five countries facing a 10 percent tariff on exports to the United States, the Trump administration was seeking to pressure them with tough terms, as the African leaders were likely hoping to negotiate more favorable trade conditions. In addition to limiting their speaking time and mocking the English proficiency of the Liberian president, Trump reportedly pressured

Abuakwa: The Abuakwa Divisional Police Command has apprehended a 31-year-old man accused of stealing prepaid meters from customers. The suspect was initially captured by residents of Abuakwa Agogo Newsite and subsequently handed over to the police for further investigation. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. George Amoah, Ashanti West Regional Manager of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), disclosed that the suspect, residing in Sepaase in the Atwima Nwabiagya South Municipality, would move between locations to commit the thefts. In some cases, the suspect reportedly replaced stolen meters with counterfeit post-paid meters and installed the stolen ones for customers, allowing

Accra: The National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) in Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region has provided humanitarian support to internally displaced persons (IDPs) from Nkwanta South now seeking refuge in Krachi East. The gesture demonstrates solidarity and commitment to supporting those affected by tribal disturbances and displacement. The essential supply relief items, including food, clothing, and other necessities, to alleviate the IDPs’ suffering and provide a sense of security and stability. According to Ghana News Agency, Mr. Jonathan Dzunu, Krachi East Municipal Director of NADMO, emphasized the significance of supporting IDPs, citing substantial challenges, including limited access to basic

Accra: Cameroon will hold its presidential election on October 12, as stated in a decree signed by President Paul Biya. Polling stations across the nation will welcome voters from 8:00 a.m. local time (GMT 0700) until 6:00 p.m. local time (GMT 1700), as specified in the decree. According to Ghana News Agency, candidates intending to participate in the presidential race are required to submit their application documents by July 21. This timeline is part of the electoral calendar announced earlier by Elections Cameroon, the body responsible for managing the election process. The finalized list of candidates who meet the necessary

Savelugu: A total of 300 women smallholder farmers, including persons with disabilities in the Northern Region, have received certified seeds to promote sustainable crop production. The support package, which included maize seeds, targeted farmers in two districts, Savelugu and Tolon, to enhance agricultural productivity and resilience. According to Ghana News Agency, beneficiaries were drawn from 10 communities across the districts, including Savelugu, Gbanjong, Kamonaayili, Tolon, Galinkpegu, Libga, Zaazi, Bihinaayili, Nyoglo, and Gbulahgu. The initiative was implemented by the Ghana Youth Guide, a youth-led advocacy organisation in Northern Ghana, under its flagship project dubbed: ‘Empowering Ghanaian Youth for Sustainable Agriculture R2C’.

Accra: Patricia Asiedua, also known as Agradaa, a serving convict and founder of Heaven Way Champion International Ministry, has filed for bail pending an appeal before the High Court. In the bail application, the lawyer for the applicant argued that the appeal has a strong chance of success due to alleged flaws in the trial and bias exhibited by the trial judge. According to Ghana News Agency, the lawyer claimed that the trial judge did not consider mitigating factors presented during sentencing, despite referencing Ghana’s Sentencing Guidelines. On July 3, 2025, an Accra Circuit Court sentenced Agradaa, also recognized as