HEADLINES
TOP STORY
120,000 Nursing trainees receive 6-month allowances – Health Ministry
Posted on with No CommentThe Ministry of Health has confirmed that an amount of GHS 462 million has been disbursed to support the training allowances of 120,000 nursing students across the country. Buy vitamins and supplements This payment, which covers six months, forms part … Read more →
TRENDING
World’s Billionaires List – The Richest In 2025
Apr 3, 2025MORE NEWS
World Bank: Ghana’s debt crisis demands tough fiscal reforms
Posted on | CommentThe World Bank has attributed Ghana’s fiscal challenges to a lack of budget discipline, leading to unchecked public spending, surging interest payments, and increasing financial constraints. In its latest Public Finance Review, the Bank highlights that excessive election-year spending, costly … Read more →
I’ll tackle deplorable roads and youth unemployment – Western Regional Minister
Posted on | CommentThe Western Regional Minister, Joseph Nelson, has assured the chiefs and people of the region of government’s commitment to remedy the situation. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday 11th February 2025, shortly after assuming office as Minister, Joseph Nelson mentioned few … Read more →
We’ll need $1.5b to run the education sector effectively – Haruna Iddrisu
Posted on | CommentThe Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has said that government will need 1.5 billion dollars to effectively run the education sector for the next few years. Haruna Iddrisu said the amount, when secured, will be used to bridge infrastructure gap … Read more →
FBI says it has discovered thousands of new files on JFK assassination
Posted on | CommentThe FBI has announced the discovery of thousands of records related to the assassination of John F Kennedy following searches undertaken to comply with an executive order by United States President Donald Trump. The FBI said on Tuesday that searches … Read more →
‘Rushing back to capital markets could be costly’ – World Bank warns Ghana
Posted on | CommentWorld Bank Country Director for Ghana, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, Robert Taliercio, has cautioned Ghana against making a premature return to international capital markets, warning that such a move could undermine the country’s recent economic recovery. Speaking at the launch … Read more →
Ghana’s economy to expand by 4.2% in 2025 despite mounting risks – World Bank
Posted on | CommentGhana’s economy is expected to expand by 4.2% in 2025 and 4.8% in 2026, according to the World Bank’s January 2025 Global Economic Prospects report. Ghanaian-themed art However, these figures remain below the pre-COVID-19 pandemic average of 5%, reflecting persistent … Read more →
I’m willing to cooperate with OSP’s GH¢1.3bn UPPF probe – Mustapha Hamid speaks
Posted on | CommentFormer Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr. Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, has expressed his willingness to cooperate with the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) regarding an investigation into the alleged embezzlement of GH¢1.3 billion from the … Read more →
2025 Independence Day celebration to be held only at Jubilee House
Posted on | CommentThe administration of President John Dramani Mahama will scale down this year’s Independence Day celebration, moving the parade to the seat of government, Jubilee House, as a cost-cutting measure. Addressing the media, Minister of State for Government Communications Felix Kwakye … Read more →
Mahama orders probe into ghost names corruption scandal at National Service Authority
Posted on | CommentPresident John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) to immediately conduct an investigation into the operations of the National Service Authority (NSA) following the discovery of 81,885 suspected ghost names on its payroll. In a press statement … Read more →
Ken Ofori-Atta is seeking medical care abroad – Lawyers tell OSP
Posted on | CommentThe legal representatives of former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta have responded to the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s (OSP) directive for their client to appear before it in person on 10th February 2025, stating that he was abroad for medical … Read more →
OSP declares Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive and wanted
Posted on | CommentThe Office of the Special Prosecutor has declared former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as a fugitive. During a press briefing on Wednesday, February 12, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng said “The fugitive’s name is Kenneth Ofori-Atta” He declared him a fugitive … Read more →
UK Immigration crackdown sees over 600 arrests in January
Posted on | CommentBritish authorities arrested more than 600 individuals for working illegally in the UK last month, marking a 73 percent increase compared to the same period last year, according to an official statement on Monday. A total of 609 arrests were … Read more →
Ghana falls in 2024 Corruption Perception Index, scores 42
Posted on | CommentGhana’s standing on the global Corruption Perception Index (CPI) has seen a slight decline, with the country dropping from a score of 43 to 42 in the 2024 rankings. Ghanaian-themed art This was revealed in a press release issued on … Read more →
Govt to meet transport unions over fare hikes amid rising fuel prices
Posted on | CommentThe government is set to engage in high-level discussions with transport unions today, February 11, regarding their plans to increase transport fares in response to the persistent rise in fuel prices. This engagement comes in the wake of growing concerns … Read more →
Musk-led group makes $97.4bn bid for ChatGPT maker OpenAI
Posted on | CommentA consortium of investors led by Elon Musk offered $97.4bn to take over OpenAI, the maker of ChatGPT. The billionaire’s attorney, Marc Toberoff, confirmed he submitted the bid for “all assets” of the tech company to its board on Monday. … Read more →
UG graduands to receive degrees without medals and scroll holders
Posted on | CommentGraduands of the University of Ghana’s February 2025 congregation will receive their degrees without their medals and scroll holders due to last-minute procurement setbacks. In an official notice dated February 10, 2025, the Academic Affairs Directorate informed graduands that the … Read more →
ORAL report: Bright Simons explains why recovering 12.5% of $21bn ‘loots’ will be difficult
Posted on | CommentIt will be a difficult task for the Attorney-General, Dr Dominic Ayine to recover 12.5% of the $21 billion-plus that the Operation Recover All Loots (ORAL) committee says was looted by members or assigns of the former government, a Vice … Read more →
75,000 passports have not been collected – Foreign Affairs Minister
Posted on | CommentMinister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has said that 75,000 passports remain uncollected. He says the Mahama administration is seeking to introduce a system that makes it easier to apply and obtain passports. Speaking on the Key Points on … Read more →
IMF to discuss 2025 budget with govt amid plans to scrap key taxes
Posted on | CommentThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to begin critical discussions with the government this week as the country finalises its 2025 budget which is scheduled for presentation in March. The talks come at a pivotal moment, with the government … Read more →
Mahama calls for stronger economic ties with China
Posted on | CommentPresident John Mahama has extended an invitation to the Chinese investor community to collaborate with Ghana in establishing mutually beneficial economic opportunities, stating that the country is once again open for business. Speaking at the Chinese Lantern Festival Celebration at … Read more →
(Selorm) | 
(Nana Kwesi)