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MTN, KPMG, Goldfields and 5 other South Africa-owned businesses in Ghana

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MTN, KPMG, Goldfields and 5 other South Africa-owned businesses in Ghana

Following renewed xenophobic attacks targeting African migrants in South Africa, particularly Ghanaians, some citizens of Ghana have called for retaliation or a boycott of South African businesses operating in the country.

The conversation has intensified after reports that 297 Ghanaians recently returned home, amid claims that some South Africans have issued a June 30 ultimatum demanding that undocumented Ghanaian migrants leave the country. The situation has fueled growing nationalist sentiment, boycott campaigns, and renewed demands for stronger local ownership policies in Ghana.

In this article, we take a closer look at some of the most prominent South African businesses operating in Ghana and how they are increasingly being drawn into the ongoing debate.

  • MTN Ghana

MTN Ghana’s roots began with the registration of Scancom Limited in 1994. The company officially launched operations in November 1996 under the brand name Spacefon

The brand later changed from Spacefon, Spacefon Areeba, Areeba then to MTN Ghana.

MTN Group acquired Scancom and rebranded the company as MTN Ghana in 2006, now the largest telecommunications companies in Ghana.

MTN Ghana is the clearest symbol of South African economic influence in Ghana. The telecom giant dominates mobile money, voice, and internet services in the country.

  • KPMG Ghana

KPMG operates in Ghana through audit, tax, and advisory services that support banks, mining companies, telecom firms, and government-linked transactions.

KPMG corporate influence, according to reports, extends beyond visible consumer brands into the professional and financial architecture of Ghana’s economy.

  • Gold Fields

Gold Fields operates the Tarkwa mine and has become one of the most politically sensitive South African companies in Ghana, who are now also facing its mining lease expiring.

Following the recent xenophobic attacks on Ghanaian in South Africa, activists and commentators have openly called on the Mahama government not to renew Gold Fields’ mining lease.

Some argued that Gold Fields can be used as a leverage point in diplomatic tensions.

Gold Fields has also become part of a broader debate about local ownership, with Ghanaians calling for the prioritisation of indigenous participation in mining rather than foreign multinationals.

The CEO of Gold Fields, Mike Fraser, has said the mining company are not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa.

According to him, in November last year, Gold Fields submitted a lease extension for the Tarkwa mine, which will give them another 20 years of mining at Tarkwa.

Speaking at the Awudua in the Western Region on May 7 during a courtesy call on Nana Asare Brempong II, and the elders of the Apinto Divisional Area, disclosing that Gold Fields is not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa.

He stated, “We are not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa. In November last year, we submitted a lease extension for the Tarkwa mine, which would give us… another 20 years of mining at Tarkwa”.

  • AngloGold Ashanti

AngloGold Ashanti is one of the world’s largest gold mining companies and is another South African company in Ghana, although it has a deep historical connection with Ghana through the famous Obuasi Gold Mine.

Reports gathered suggest that in 2004, South Africa’s AngloGold merged with Ghana’s Ashanti Goldfields Corporation to create AngloGold Ashanti.

The union was certified in Ghana and created a global mining giant headquartered in Johannesburg.

It remains strongly associated with South Africa; reports suggest that during earlier xenophobic violence in 2015, AngloGold publicly condemned attacks on foreigners.

  • Stanbic Bank Ghana

Stanbic Bank Ghana is one of Ghana’s largest banks and finances major infrastructure, mining, and energy projects.

Ghanaians on social media, in their discussions around xenophobia, have frequently mentioned Stanbic alongside MTN as examples of how economically intertwined Ghana and South Africa have become.

Some social media users argue that a boycott would be difficult precisely because South African companies are deeply integrated into the daily life of Ghanaians, with Stanbic Bank also employing countless Ghanaians who may also be affected by Ghanaians boycotting the bank.

  • MultiChoice Group / DStv

MultiChoice, operators of DStv and Gotv, is another South African company that dominates satellite television and sports broadcasting in Ghana.

Last year, DStv subscription prices often became symbolic targets for boycott campaigns, but were settled following MultiChoice Group bowing to pressure from the Ghanaian Communication Minister Sam George.

Should the xenophobic attacks persist, there is no doubt Ghanaians will call for a boycott of DStv and Gotv as a means of sending a message to South Africans.

  • Absa Bank Ghana

Absa, formerly Barclays Ghana, represents another major South African banking presence.

Like others on the list, Absa is often listed in reactions to xenophobic incidents when Ghanaians call for a boycott of South African businesses.

However, many acknowledge the practical difficulty of boycotting the institutions that employ thousands of Ghanaians and support local commerce.

  • Shoprite holdings 

Shoprite remains one of South Africa’s biggest retail shops in Ghana despite scaling down and exiting parts of the Ghanaian market.

During Ghanaian conversations about retaliation and boycotts, people often cite Shoprite as part of a larger group of businesses from South Africa that profit significantly across the continent while sections of South African society remain hostile toward African migrants.

Shoprite has branches at the Accra Mall, West Hills, Osu, Achimota Mall, Kumasi Mall, Junction Mall and Takoradi.

Meanwhile, in 2025, Shoprite announced plans to exit Ghana after more than 20 years of operations.

Ghanaians have zoomed in on these companies following their fellow Ghanaians being attacked in South Africa, with some sections calling for retaliation and boycotts of these businesses.  

AG sues JA Plant Pool, Jospong CEO over $2m overpayment in DRIP Contract

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AG sues JA Plant Pool, Jospong CEO over $2m overpayment in DRIP Contract

Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, has sued Jospong CEO Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong and his company, J. A Plantpool Ghana Limited.

The suit stems from an alleged excess payment of $2 million under the NPP government’s District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP).

In a post shared by Lawyer and journalist Joseph Ackah-Blay, he wrote, “The Attorney General has sued Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong and his J.A Plantpool company. The entire dispute revolves around $2m. The AG in court documents alleges that the Government in 2024 entered into an agreement with Plantpool for the supply of equipment under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP).

The contract sum payable to Plantpool was $178,704,739.50. Included in the executed contract was a schedule said to identify the equipment, unit cost and total cost (9 items in all).

The AG says even though the total row at the bottom of this schedule states the total cost column as $178,704,739.50, the actual correct figure if each of the items is added is $176,704,739.50. Ie a difference of $2m. The contract sum, the AG argues, corresponds to the wrong total at the bottom of the schedule and not the correct figure if one accurately adds the unit costs.

The AG alleges that despite this glaring error, the state has fully paid the overstated $178,704,739.50 to Plantpool. The AG says he has demanded a refund of the excess money and has not received the same; hence, he is in court asking that it order Dr Agyepong and Plantpool to return the excess money.

Of course, these are allegations at this stage”.

It will be recalled,  Attorney General, Dr Dominic Ayine, revealed that the government has demanded a refund of $2 million from JA Plant Pool Ghana.

Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, Dr Ayine stated, “In the case of DRIP, JA Plant was overpaid by $2 million. The contract sum was $176 million. On the face of the contract, that is the sum that was stated.

When we examined the invoices of payments, it was $178 million that was paid. So right away, there was a difference of $2 million. So we asked that the $2 million be paid back by JA Plant Pool,” he disclosed.

Dr Ayine revealed that the investigation also found tax evasion amounting to GH¢38.7 million, adding that 190 pieces of equipment were imported and cleared under false tax exemption claims.

He added, “We also realised that 190 pieces of equipment were added and cleared without payment of tax. In other words, they were added to the release as if they were tax exempt”.

“When they did the analysis, following the HS code, it came out that GH¢38.7 million of tax was evaded. So in respect of the two sums, we have made a demand on them to pay that money.”

Dr Ayine further explained, “We noticed that the equipment were over-invoiced by between 100–300%. For example, one piece of equipment that cost $40,000 was invoiced at $84,000. That is over 110%”.

“You can imagine all the equipment for all the districts, and we are going through each of them. And in criminal law, charges must be specific, and if you miss the specificity, your case will be thrown out”.

However, speaking in an exclusive interview with 3News on October 24, Dr Ayine maintained that investigations conducted by his office substantiate the allegations, despite the company’s denial.

Dr Dominic Ayine stated, “We have investigated and we have the evidence. So, if they are making that claim, we’ll come out with the truth. What I said, I stand by. And if they are not conforming to the demand I’ve made, I have the courts to help me do so”.

J.A. Plant Pool (Ghana) Limited (JAPP), in a statement, replied to the Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dominic Ayine, following his alleged US$2 million overpayment in the District Roads Improvement Programme (DRIP) contract.

According to JA Plant Pool, the alleged US$2 million overpayment was a clerical error in official documents.

They further dismissed the Attorney General’s claims of alleged tax evasion and over-invoicing.

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Cambodia orders Ghanaians, other Africans to leave the country by May 31 or face arrest

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Cambodia orders Ghanaians, other Africans to leave the country by May 31 or face arrest

Cambodia has ordered Ghanaians and other Africans to leave the country by May 31, 2026 or face arrest.

According to reports, Cambodia is ending its immigration waiver for African nationals (including Ghanaians) on May 31, 2026.

Reports suggest that any African who remains in the country after that date faces arrest, up to 2 years imprisonment, and an $8,000 fine.

Authorities have warned that enforcement will be zero tolerance.

The statement issued by the immigration authority on behalf of the Royal Government of Cambodia, read, “The Royal Government of Cambodia, through the General Department of Immigration, Ministry of Interior, wishes to inform all African nationals, including citizens of Ghana, Kenya, Cameroon, Uganda, and others that the waiver granted to you will officially end on 31st of May 2026”.

“All foreign nationals whose fines have been cleared must leave Cambodia on or before 31st of May 2026. Any foreign national who enters, remains or is found in Cambodia from 1st of June 2026 will be arrested at the airport or at any location,” it continued.

“The Cambodia Police will start arresting any foreigner at any hideout in Cambodia from 1st of June 2026 for overstay and will hand over to the immigration authorities for legal action,” the statement stressed.

Cambodia is a Southeast Asian nation bordering Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the news stated, “Amanehunu, abrebrese, nkukuhwiasi, nobody goes where they ain’t accepted, the Rat doesn’t casually pop out of its comfy lodgings, in a hot afternoon, obviously something or someone ’caused’ it, The narrative around the world is fix and brighten your own corner and stay therein”.

“Can we stop making this a personal issue? They mentioned Kenya and other countries, so why are we trying to make it seem like they’re against us or after us? Besides, they made it clear that if your time of stay is up and you’re still hanging around…”, a netizen added.

“It’s catching on. Now we have no option but to make our country work and hold leaders accountable!!!!”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “Why should you go to this country? Ghana is better than Cambodia 🇰🇭; it’s a war-torn country”.

The news comes at a time when the Government of Ghana has been evacuating Ghanaians living in South Africa over xenophobic attacks.

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

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“You’ve been mining here for 30 years, yet look at Tarkwa compared to Johannesburg!” – Netizen blast Gold Fields

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“You’ve been mining here for 30 years, yet look at Tarkwa compared to Johannesburg!” – Netizen blast Gold Fields

A netizen on X has fired shots at the CEO of Gold Fields, Mike Fraser, following his remarks that the mining company will not give up in any way on Tarkwa.

According to the CEO of Gold Fields, in November last year, Gold Fields submitted a lease extension for the Tarkwa mine, which will give them another 20 years of mining at Tarkwa.

Speaking at the Awudua in the Western Region on May 7 during a courtesy call on Nana Asare Brempong II, and the elders of the Apinto Divisional Area, disclosing that Gold Fields is not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa.

He stated, “We are not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa. In November last year, we submitted a lease extension for the Tarkwa mine, which would give us… another 20 years of mining at Tarkwa”.

However, the netizen on X identified as Black President argued that Gold Fields has been mining here in Ghana for 30 years, yet Tarkwa is nothing compared to Johannesburg in South Africa.

He added that if the Mahama government extends this lease, Ghanaians can agree that the country’s problem is the leaders and no one else.

In his post, he wrote, “You’ve been mining here for 30 years, yet look at Tarkwa compared to Johannesburg!

If our government extends this lease, we can agree that Ghana’s problem is our leaders and no one else!!”.

Other netizens reacting to Mike Fraser’s comments added, “We shall see who packs and leaves when your time is up. I think this calls for a demonstration beforehand. We Ghanaians demonstrate to make sure your license is not renewed when your time is up. We have the local companies that can do a similar, if not better, job, and pay Ghana much more than you have done in the last years. Go back to South Africa

@GoldFields_LTD”.

A netizen quizzed, “What developments has @GoldFields_LTD done for the people of Tarkwa that should guarantee your stay for the next 20 years..? Your time is up, you guys should pack and go”.

“He is forgetting one important thing, “the expiration of the mining license”. That will need renewal, which, from what I see, will not be renewed. There are capable Ghanaians who have the equipment and knowledge to run the mines successfully. South Africans, it’s time to go home”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “@JDMahama if anyone dares renew their license, the demonstration this country will face will be dire. At least the cost of relocating the Ghanaians in South Africa could be covered if Mr Ibrahim Mahama is given the takeover. He has helped Ghana more than any individual”.

Also, Kofi Bentil, Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, has told Gold Fields to go back to their country, South Africa, as the Ghana government will not renew their mining lease.

According to Kofi Bentil, they will do everything they can to ensure the Gold Fields lease is not renewed because people in South Africa are hostile to the Ghanaian people.

He asserted that there is no proper reason to allow Gold Fields to profit from Ghana’s resources when its people treat Ghanaians like bandits.

In a Facebook post, Kofi Bentil wrote, “We will do everything we can to ensure your lease is not renewed because people in your country are hostile to our people. There is no proper reason to allow you to profit from our resources when your people treat us like bandits!!! It is our land, our gold and our lease; we won’t renew it for you. If our government tries, we will fight it!!! .

Go back to your country !!!”.

In another post, Kofi Bentil added, “Make no mistake, Ghana is not retaliating in the same measure! We have not sacked MTN, DSTV or SHOPRITE yet, although SA citizens are oppressing us. The resistance against the Goldfields lease is just a small and reasonable response. #DontRenewGoldfieldsLease”.

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80% of repatriated Ghanaians from South Africa were documented – Ghana’s High Commissioner

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80% of repatriated Ghanaians from South Africa were documented – Ghana’s High Commissioner

H.E Benjamin Quarshie, Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, has said 80% of repatriated Ghanaians from South Africa were documented.

 According to him, only 20 per cent of the repatriated Ghanaians from South Africa were undocumented.

He argued that the South African government and its immigration staff are just trying to spin the narrative to suit their own agenda.

Benjamin Quarshie further challenged the Home Affairs officer over their alleged claims that only 10 of the 300 evacuees were documented to present their facts.                               

Speaking in an interview with Accra-based TV3, Benjamin Quarshie said,” I can say for a fact that 80% of the repatriated Ghanaians from South Africa were documented. Only 20% were undocumented.”

I have challenged the Home Affairs officer who alleged that only 10 of the 300 evacuees were documented to present his facts. In the days to come, we will put out facts for everyone to judge. I am surprised these figures are coming from him, and I’m sure he will retract his statement in the days to come,” he added.

Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa’s remarks follow reports gathered suggest the Immigration officials at OR Tambo International Airport have revealed that out of the 300 evacuated Ghanaians, only 10 were in South Africa legally.

According to the Home Affairs Immigration and Law Enforcement head, Stephen van Neel, authorities found widespread immigration violations among the group.

Speaking to reporters, Stephen van Neel stated, “Of the 300 individuals that were on that list, we only found 10 of them to be legal in the country…We obviously have to make sure that certain sanctions are enforced”.

Meanwhile, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

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“We are not going to give up” – Gold Fields CEO on expiring mining lease

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“We are not going to give up” – Gold Fields CEO on expiring mining lease

The CEO of Gold Fields, Mike Fraser, has said the mining company are not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa.

According to him, in November last year, Gold Fields submitted a lease extension for the Tarkwa mine, which will give them another 20 years of mining at Tarkwa.

Speaking at the Awudua in the Western Region on May 7 during a courtesy call on Nana Asare Brempong II, and the elders of the Apinto Divisional Area, disclosing that Gold Fields is not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa.

He stated, “We are not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa. In November last year, we submitted a lease extension for the Tarkwa mine, which would give us… another 20 years of mining at Tarkwa”.

Mike Fraser’s comments have ignited a debate on social media with Ghanaians calling the government not to renew their mining lease.

A netizen stated, “You’ve been mining here for 30 years, yet look at Tarkwa compared to Johannesburg!

If our government extends this lease, we can agree that Ghana’s problem is our leaders and no one else!!”.

One X user added, “We shall see who packs and leaves when your time is up. I think this calls for a demonstration beforehand. We Ghanaians demonstrate to make sure your license is not renewed when your time is up. We have the local companies that can do a similar, if not better, job, and pay Ghana much more than you have done in the last years. Go back to South Africa

@GoldFields_LTD”.

A netizen quizzed, “What developments has @GoldFields_LTD done for the people of Tarkwa that should guarantee your stay for the next 20 years..? Your time is up, you guys should pack and go”.

“He is forgetting one important thing, “the expiration of the mining license”. That will need renewal, which, from what I see, will not be renewed. There are capable Ghanaians who have the equipment and knowledge to run the mines successfully. South Africans, it’s time to go home”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “@JDMahama if anyone dares renew their license, the demonstration this country will face will be dire. At least the cost of relocating the Ghanaians in South Africa could be covered if Mr Ibrahim Mahama is given the takeover. He has helped Ghana more than any individual”.

Also, Kofi Bentil, Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, has told Gold Fields to go back to their country, South Africa, as the Ghana government will not renew their mining lease.

According to Kofi Bentil, they will do everything they can to ensure the Gold Fields lease is not renewed because people in South Africa are hostile to the Ghanaian people.

He asserted that there is no proper reason to allow Gold Fields to profit from Ghana’s resources when its people treat Ghanaians like bandits.

In a Facebook post, Kofi Bentil wrote, “We will do everything we can to ensure your lease is not renewed because people in your country are hostile to our people. There is no proper reason to allow you to profit from our resources when your people treat us like bandits!!! It is our land, our gold and our lease; we won’t renew it for you. If our government tries, we will fight it!!! .

Go back to your country !!!”.

In another post, Kofi Bentil added, “Make no mistake, Ghana is not retaliating in the same measure! We have not sacked MTN, DSTV or SHOPRITE yet, although SA citizens are oppressing us. The resistance against the Goldfields lease is just a small and reasonable response. #DontRenewGoldfieldsLease”.

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“We won’t renew your lease, go back to your country” – Gold Fields told

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“We won’t renew your lease, go back to your country” – Gold Fields told

Kofi Bentil, Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, has told Gold Fields to go back to their country, South Africa, as the Ghana government will not renew their mining lease.

According to Kofi Bentil, they will do everything they can to ensure the Gold Fields lease is not renewed because people in South Africa are hostile to the Ghanaian people.

He asserted that there is no proper reason to allow Gold Fields to profit from Ghana’s resources when its people treat Ghanaians like bandits.

In a Facebook post, Kofi Bentil wrote, “We will do everything we can to ensure your lease is not renewed because people in your country are hostile to our people. There is no proper reason to allow you to profit from our resources when your people treat us like bandits!!! It is our land, our gold and our lease; we won’t renew it for you. If our government tries, we will fight it!!! .

Go back to your country !!!”.

In another post, Kofi Bentil added, “Make no mistake, Ghana is not retaliating in the same measure! We have not sacked MTN, DSTV or SHOPRITE yet, although SA citizens are oppressing us. The resistance against the Goldfields lease is just a small and reasonable response. #DontRenewGoldfieldsLease”.

His comments come on the back of the CEO of Gold Fields, Mike Fraser, speaking at the Awudua in the Western Region on May 7 during a courtesy call on Nana Asare Brempong II, and the elders of the Apinto Divisional Area, disclosing that Gold Fields is not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa.

He stated, “We are not going to give up in any way on Tarkwa. In November last year, we submitted a lease extension for the Tarkwa mine, which would give us… another 20 years of mining at Tarkwa”.

Kofi Bentil’s comments follow, the 297 Ghanaians who were airlifted from South Africa to Ghana on May 27, 2026.

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

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Your allegiance is to Ghana and not any political party –  Energy Minister warns ECG staff

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Your allegiance is to Ghana and not any political party –  Energy Minister warns ECG staff

Dr John Abdulai Jinapor, the Minister of Energy and Green Transition, has told the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) workers against politicising their work.

The Energy Minister boldly told the ECG workers they owe their allegiance to Ghana and not to any political party, adding that acts of negligence and sabotage within the power sector would not be tolerated.

According to John Jinapor, public criticism directed at the government during periods of power outages also leads to the ECG suffering from revenue losses from power that had been paid for but remained unused.

John Jinapor highlighted that the inability of ECG to consistently deliver a quality, stable power supply due to deliberate negligence by some engineers had damaged the image of the energy sector.

The Energy Minister urged district managers and other officials to improve their performance, labelling them as the public face of the company.

Addressing four regional managers, 21 district managers and engineers of ECG in the Ashanti Region, John Jinapor stated, “Your job is that of an engineer and not a politician. You cannot be a politician. That’s why I say if you want to be a politician, you exit”.

“You are the face of the ECG. If the managers don’t work well, it tarnishes the image of the company. The main issue is the time of response. The centre is not just for updates, it’s also to track transformers as well,” he said.

He further revealed that several projects were underway to increase power generation capacity in the Ashanti Region as demand continued to grow.

“Very soon we’re going to have over 1000 MW situated here in Kumasi, a strategic location,” he said.

In other news, Ing. Kwame Kpekpena, the Acting Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), has announced that the power distribution company will be deploying drones.

The ECG Acting Managing Director highlighted that the drones will be deployed to monitor and detect faults on power lines.

According to Ing. Kwame Kpekpena, the move forms part of ECG’s monitoring strategy to detect faults on power lines.

He is quoted by TV3 news card to have said, “Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to deploy drones as part of monitoring strategy to detect faults on power lines”.

Also, Ing. Kwame Kpekpena has rendered an unqualified apology to Ghanaians following the recent power outages commonly known as ‘dumsor’

Speaking to journalists at a press conference in Accra on Monday, April 20, Ing. Kpekpena stated, “To every Ghanaian customer who has endured inconvenient and prolonged power outages, we sincerely apologise. We want you to know that we have heard your voice, and that addressing the reliability challenges is our singular operational priority”.

“We also acknowledge that, in some instances, our communication and response times have fallen short of expectations. This is not acceptable. We have taken deliberate steps to address these gaps, including implementing measures to enhance operational performance, improve response times, and strengthen customer engagement,” he stated.

“The challenges we face are real and complex, and in some cases stem from years of underinvestment, resulting in pockets of outages and low voltage. But we are not standing still. We have a plan, we have a schedule, and we are committing all our resources to execute it,” he said.

“Look at the teeth and the head as well” – Workers digging a foundation discovered skeletons

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“Look at the teeth and the head as well” – Workers digging a foundation discovered skeletons

A viral video has surfaced of Workers who were digging a foundation, discovering skeletons believed to be the remains of two humans.

In the viral video, the workers discovered two separate human remains, with the workers alleging that the remains are from a male and a female.

It is yet to be known which part of the country the video was emerging from, but the workers were heard speaking the Twi dialect.

In the video, one worker stated, “This is a skull, this is the jaw. These are the clothes they were buried in”.

“This is the man; the woman is the one at the other end,” another man added.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the discovery stated, “That place should be a crime scene by now”.

“Charley and they are still there working eiii

I don’t believe that place is a cemetery or a family land that they buried the people on ….

I smell something fishy, hmmm ….if abi them ahh like by now apack my things go house …I never go work again …”, an X user added.

One X user added, “Ebi country wey ebi God wey create the people less than a month cases will be built. But kwasia bibini created by satan will just throw the skeletons away, bibini y3 kwasia!”.

An X user added, “Investigative department of police should make that place a crime area for investigation of that place was not a cemetery before”.

“Dat b how e go b to every man one day, ur grave some generations go come build on top as life goes on”, a netizen added.

One netizen added, “In a proper country, the police need to be contacted for them to investigate”.

In other news, a 38-year-old man identified as Emmanuel Cudjoe has reportedly committed suicide while in police custody at the Agyei Krom Police Station in the Central Region.

Emmanuel Cudjoe was arrested on Sunday, May 10, 2026, at about 5:00 am over allegations of defilement involving his 11-year-old stepdaughter.

The carpenter was being held at the station as investigations into the case continued.

According to reports, the deceased was found hanging in his cell with a piece of cloth allegedly torn from a blanket, with preliminary findings showing no visible signs of injury.

The Station Officer was later informed by the Counter NCO that the suspect had been found hanging in his cell around 11:00 am that same day.

Following the incident, reports suggest officers from the Elmina District Police Command, together with personnel from the Regional Crime Scene Management team, visited the station to evaluate the situation.

Initial examinations, according to the police, showed no visible signs of physical assault or struggle on the body.

It was, however, revealed that a piece of cloth was found tightly secured around his neck.

The body of  Emmanuel Cudjoe has been deposited at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital morgue.

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We will invade MTN if South Africans touch any Ghanaian – Ghanaian warns

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We will invade MTN if South Africans touch any Ghanaian – Ghanaian warns

A Ghanaian man in a viral video has sent a message to South Africans ahead of their June 30 ultimatum for all illegal immigrants to leave the country.

According to the Ghanaian man, if South Africans touch any Ghanaian on June 30, 2026, Ghanaians will reciprocate by invading MTN.

He further disclosed that Ghanaians will also go after South African women who, he claims many are into prostitution in Ghana, and mentioned some location one can find them.

Speaking in a viral video, the Ghanaian man sends a message to South Africans ahead of their June 30 ultimatum for all illegal immigrants to leave the country, saying, “They said on June 30, we are left with 32 days if we do not leave their countries. Whatever happens to you, you caused it. On that same day, we are going to protest against South Africa in this country. If they touch one Ghanaian again, we will touch two of them. If they touch three, we will touch four.

We know where they are, you see MTN, that day, unless the police come there. If they touch Ghanain again, destroy… we don’t want to go there. They have been doing it so many times, and we have been urging them to stop”.

He further added, “A lot of South African ladies are doing prostitution in Cantoment, Togo Embassy, Lapaz, we will go there, we will touch them, do me, I do you man no go vex. On the 30th, if they touch any Ghanaian, South Africans should be ready to leave”.

Netizen reacting to the viral video stated, “South Africans are the proof of neocolonialism, they are the very proof of this modern programming and brainwashing.

Such a group of brain-dead individuals, the comment section is sad and funny at the same time, it will hit them like dry drugs, they will start acting victim dumbasses”.

A netizen added, “South Africans don’t care about their people in other countries, they wish they’ll all come back to suffer with them, so attacking their expats will even make them happy, they are filled with Envy and hate”.

One X user added, “A lot of our ladies are missing without a trace due to human trafficking syndicates. Please report those ‘engaged in prostitution’ to your police so that they can be returned to SA, please”.

Meanwhile, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

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GH¢5,000, transport, others – Ghanaian returning from SA disclose packages they receive from gov’t 

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GH¢5,000, transport, others – Ghanaian returning from SA disclose packages they receive from gov’t 

One of the returnees among the 297 Ghanaians who have opted to voluntarily repatriate from South Africa due to the ongoing xenophobic attacks has disclosed some of the items they receive from the government of Ghana.

The 297 Ghanaians were welcomed by a strong delegation led by the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sam Okudzeto Ablakwa.

According to one of the returnees, the government gave each of the returnees GH¢5000, an undisclosed amount for transport and a Ghanamustgo bag full of items.

Some of the items found in the Ghanamustgo bag include a bag of rice and some clothes.

Speaking in a viral video shared on TikTok, the Ghanaian man stated, “When we came, we were given a package. I am not taking it home; the NDC government has done well. Everything is here. I was given GHS 5000. The 5000 cedis is there if you like, I will show you don’t challenge it, and this is my lorry fare. The 5000 cedis are in my bag”.

He further went on to thank all three arms of government and officials for the roles they played in their evacuation back home safely.

Meanwhile, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, ahead of the arrival, announced benefits that include a Welcome Home Financial Package, Transportation Assistance to various destinations across Ghana, Reintegration Allowance, Free psychological support, and an Entry into a special database for jobs and startup opportunities.

In related news, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

Also, Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers, a Legal expert and policy analyst, has urged the John Mahama-led government to demand compensation from South Africa over xenophobic attacks.

The lawyer argued that the government should formally demand compensation from South Africa for Ghanaian businesses and properties that were destroyed during xenophobic attacks.

He disclosed that several Ghanaian-owned businesses have been looted, burned, vandalised, or abandoned during the violent attacks against foreign nationals.

Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers argued that Ghana must move beyond diplomatic protests and push for compensation for affected Ghanaians.

According to him, demand for compensation is rooted in established principles of international law.

Speaking on TV3’s Big Issues on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Brako-Powers argued that Ghana must move beyond diplomatic protests and push for a structured compensation process for affected citizens.

Brako-Powers stated, “Ghana should formally demand, as a condition of its bilateral diplomatic engagement with South Africa, a structured process for the assessment and compensation of Ghanaian nationals whose businesses and property were destroyed during these attacks”.

“The Ghanaian government is not being hard and tough enough,” he said.

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UPDATE; The first batch of 300 Ghanaians evacuated from South Africa following rising xenophobic tensions has safely arrived at the Accra International Airport . Authorities say additional evacuees are expected in the coming days as efforts continue to bring stranded citizens back home.

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“I’ve really suffered in South Africa” – Woman among 297 Ghanaians repatriated from SA

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“I’ve really suffered in South Africa” – Woman among 297 Ghanaians repatriated from SA

A woman among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians repatriated from South Africa to Ghana has shared her experience of life in South Africa.

According to the Ghanaian woman, she has suffered in South Africa.

She disclosed that in South Africa, when you are being attacked, police officers will stand by and watch you get harmed without helping.

She further cautioned Ghanaians not to go to South Africa.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the Ghanaian woman stated, “I’ve really suffered in South Africa. It’s a place where, even if you are being attacked, police officers will stand by and watch you get harmed without helping. No one should go there.”

Some netizens reacting to the woman’s remarks stated, “She is not lying. SA police are completely useless, and what she said about them standing aloof while you get attacked is true. Now that’s a result of terrible leadership, a thing they are fighting to change, but going about it the wrong way”.

A netizen added, “Going around undocumented in a strange country is something you are proud of?

Did you hear that only 10 of the 300 had proper documents with them?

The rest were illegal in the country, and some had overstayed their visa.

No, you don’t have pride, u are shameless criminal low-lives!”.

Meanwhile, reports gathered suggest the Immigration officials at OR Tambo International Airport have revealed that out of the 300 evacuated Ghanaians, only 10 were in South Africa legally.

According to the Home Affairs Immigration and Law Enforcement head, Stephen van Neel, authorities found widespread immigration violations among the group.

Speaking to reporters, Stephen van Neel stated, “Of the 300 individuals that were on that list, we only found 10 of them to be legal in the country…We obviously have to make sure that certain sanctions are enforced”.

Also, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

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“More evacuation flights next week” – Ablakwa assures Ghanaians in South Africa

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“More evacuation flights next week” – Ablakwa assures Ghanaians in South Africa

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

Meanwhile, the March and March Movement, a South African group leading the campaign for the removal of foreign nationals from the country, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government of Ghana.

According to the March and March Movement leader Jancita Ngobese-Zuma, the Ghanaian government is engaging in PR to make South Africa look bad.

She stressed that the Ghanaian government is overreacting to the issue and attempting to portray South Africa as xenophobic.

In a press conference, the group disclosed that they have great respect for Ghana as a country, but believe it is dishonest for the government to claim that Ghanaian citizens were assaulted when, in their view, they were only engaging with an individual who had allegedly breached the immigration laws of the country.

The March and March Movement labelled the Ghanaian government as disappointing and largely dishonest.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the March and March Movement stated, “The Ghanaian government really overreacted; it is disappointing. We have a lot of respect for Ghana as a country, and the people of Ghana, we still do. But for them to react in the way that they did is largely dishonest. Because for them to claim their people were beaten up when they know they were not beaten up, even the Minister of Police echoed that it is absolutely ridiculous.

What we saw in that video is Victoria Africa. talking to someone who has broken the laws of the country, and coming legally and staying illegally. Instead of addressing that in a correct manner, they decided to do a whole PR exercise to paint South Africa as xenophobic”.

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Asante Akyem North MP under investigation for fraud and money laundering – Majority Chief Whip

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Asante Akyem North MP under investigation for fraud and money laundering – Majority Chief Whip

The Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has disclosed that the member of parliament for Asante Akyem North, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, is under investigation over alleged fraud and money laundering offences.

He further questioned the prolonged detention of Ohene Kwame Frimpong following his arrest.

According to the Majority Chief Whip, they will wait for the Asante Akyem North bail outcome before deciding on their next course of action.

Speaking on JoyNews on May 26, 2026, the South Dayi MP stated, “Now, what I know is that they are saying he’s under investigation. If I remember from what the lawyer told me, for fraud and money laundering, he is under investigation”.

“Do you detain somebody for this long for being under investigation? That is why we are saying that we should allow the bail application to be gone into and then we’ll see how it goes,” he added.

Sources familiar with the arrest of the Member of Parliament for Asante Akyem North, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, have shared details concerning his arrest at the Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam.

Reports suggest that the Asante Akyem North MP was dramatically arrested by Dutch security officials at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam shortly after a KLM flight from Accra landed in the Netherlands.

According to CitiNewsroom, “the lawmaker departed Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Saturday, May 9, aboard KLM Flight 590. The flight reportedly left Ghana through Gate C7 at about 10:10 p.m. and arrived at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam at approximately 4:36 GMT on Sunday”.

The information gathered from sources detailed that the incident happened moments after the aircraft touched down at Gate F3 when passengers were prepared to disembark, the pilot announced that all passengers should remain seated for what was described as a security check.

Sources revealed that a team of Dutch security officials subsequently boarded the aircraft and proceeded directly to the Business Class section where the Asante Akyem North MP was seated with another senior government official travelling on the same flight.

The Dutch security officials reportedly identified the MP, read him his rights, and placed him in handcuffs before escorting him off the aircraft into a waiting security van.

Meanwhile, Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has for the first time broken his silence following the arrest of the Asante Akyem North MP in the Netherlands.

On May 21, 2026, addressing parliament,  Alban Bagbin disclosed that efforts are ongoing through diplomatic channels to ensure justice is served.

He further appealed to the MP’s family, constituents and the public to keep cool while parliament works with the government to ensure the MP is treated with dignity and respect under international law.

Alban Bagbin further reminded members of parliament that no one is above the law.

Speaking to members of Parliament, Alban Bagbin stated, “Parliament is working with governments to ensure justice is done in this matter. I will, in due course, keep the House updated with developments in the matter”.

“So please, keep your cool and leave those who are involved. I’m happy that voluminous information has been given to you as to the steps that have been taken by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, together with our mission in Holland,” he added.

Speaker Bagbin added, “Honourable members, it is very important for us to always remind ourselves that we are here as servants of the people, and it is important to keep uppermost in our minds that the power and authority we exercise as Members of Parliament are delegated”.

“The guardians have made it clear in the Constitution that nobody, and I repeat, nobody, is above the law. Not even the Ghanaians that we represent. They are not above the law,” he said.

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Out of the 300 evacuated Ghanaians, only 10 were in South Africa legally – SA Immigration officials

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Out of the 300 evacuated Ghanaians, only 10 were in South Africa legally – SA Immigration officials

Reports gathered suggest the Immigration officials at OR Tambo International Airport have revealed that out of the 300 evacuated Ghanaians, only 10 were in South Africa legally.

According to the Home Affairs Immigration and Law Enforcement head, Stephen van Neel, authorities found widespread immigration violations among the group.

Speaking to reporters, Stephen van Neel stated, “Of the 300 individuals that were on that list, we only found 10 of them to be legal in the country…We obviously have to make sure that certain sanctions are enforced”.

Meanwhile, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Kotoka International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

Also, Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers, a Legal expert and policy analyst, has urged the John Mahama-led government to demand compensation from South Africa over xenophobic attacks.

The lawyer argued that the government should formally demand compensation from South Africa for Ghanaian businesses and properties that were destroyed during xenophobic attacks.

He disclosed that several Ghanaian-owned businesses have been looted, burned, vandalised, or abandoned during the violent attacks against foreign nationals.

Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers argued that Ghana must move beyond diplomatic protests and push for compensation for affected Ghanaians.

According to him, demand for compensation is rooted in established principles of international law.

Speaking on TV3’s Big Issues on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Brako-Powers argued that Ghana must move beyond diplomatic protests and push for a structured compensation process for affected citizens.

Brako-Powers stated, “Ghana should formally demand, as a condition of its bilateral diplomatic engagement with South Africa, a structured process for the assessment and compensation of Ghanaian nationals whose businesses and property were destroyed during these attacks”.

“The Ghanaian government is not being hard and tough enough,” he said.

26 Ghanaians detained in South Africa among 297 evacuated – Ablakwa

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26 Ghanaians detained in South Africa among 297 evacuated – Ablakwa

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced that 26 Ghanaians detained in South Africa are among the 297 evacuated back home.

According to Ablakwa, the 26 Ghanaians were detained in South Africa over alleged visa violations.

Ablakwa disclosed that among the first batch of 297 Ghanaians who arrived at the Accra International Airport in Accra on Tuesday, aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight, 26 of them were detained Ghanaians in South Africa.

Speaking to the evacuees during a reception ceremony at the airport, Mr Ablakwa said,

“We negotiated with the South African government that since we are evacuating our nationals, we don’t want to leave anybody behind in prison,” the Minister stated.

“So now, there is no Ghanaian in any South African prison for visa violations. We have brought all of them back home”.

“Today, the Mahama administration is demonstrating that wherever Ghanaians are, we will make sure you are protected, your dignity is respected, and we will go to the length of this world to bring you back home safely,” he said.

Also, the Minister of Foreign Affairs has disclosed that more evacuation flights from South Africa will take place next week.

In a statement on his X page, Ablakwa wrote, “Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah must be proud of us. More evacuation flights next week. For God and Country.”

His comments follow the 297 Ghanaians who were on board the initial flight and were met on arrival by senior government officials.

Meanwhile, the March and March Movement, a South African group leading the campaign for the removal of foreign nationals from the country, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government of Ghana.

According to the March and March Movement leader Jancita Ngobese-Zuma, the Ghanaian government is engaging in PR to make South Africa look bad.

She stressed that the Ghanaian government is overreacting to the issue and attempting to portray South Africa as xenophobic.

In a press conference, the group disclosed that they have great respect for Ghana as a country, but believe it is dishonest for the government to claim that Ghanaian citizens were assaulted when, in their view, they were only engaging with an individual who had allegedly breached the immigration laws of the country.

The March and March Movement labelled the Ghanaian government as disappointing and largely dishonest.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the March and March Movement stated, “The Ghanaian government really overreacted; it is disappointing. We have a lot of respect for Ghana as a country, and the people of Ghana, we still do. But for them to react in the way that they did is largely dishonest. Because for them to claim their people were beaten up when they know they were not beaten up, even the Minister of Police echoed that it is absolutely ridiculous.

What we saw in that video is Victoria Africa. talking to someone who has broken the laws of the country, and coming legally and staying illegally. Instead of addressing that in a correct manner, they decided to do a whole PR exercise to paint South Africa as xenophobic”.

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NAIMOS Operations Director Col Dominic Buah to be changed

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NAIMOS Operations Director Col Dominic Buah to be changed

Col Dominic Buah, the Operations Director at the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), who has been leading Ghana’s fight against illegal mining (galamsey), is reportedly being swapped by the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).

According to Erastus Asare Donkor, the  Ghana Armed Forces described the change as a rotation.

The journalist highlighted that Col. Buah has been very instrumental in the fight against galamsey, as he was principled and stood his ground against many interests.

In a post on Facebook, journalist Erastus Asare Donkor wrote, “BREAKING….!!!!!

Commander of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Secretariat, NAIMOS, is being replaced in what sources at the Ghana Armed Forces describe as a rotation.

Col. Buah has been very instrumental in the fight until now. A very principled soldier who was determined in this fight against Galamsey. In many instances, he stood his ground against many interests and insisted that the right thing must be done.

It is my HOPE that his replacement will continue and even exceed expectations in the fight against this cancer, which is eating away at everything we hold dear.

WE WATCH!!”.

Some months ago, Col Dominic Buah,begged for financial support in their operations against illegal mining (galamsey).

NAIMOS are calling for increased logistical and financial support to strengthen its anti-galamsey operations.

According to Col. Dominic Buah, NAIMOS’s work is constrained by limited resources, particularly operational vehicles.

They called on corporate organisations and non-governmental organisations to assist the Secretariat.

Speaking at an editors’ forum on Wednesday, March 25, Colonel Buah stated, “We need vehicles, we need money, we need all the resources”.

“Corporate bodies who want to support, why not? We will acknowledge you and then make it known to the whole nation,” he added.

Also, Colonel Dominic Buah announced that 237 illegal miners have been arrested in the ongoing galamsey fight.

According to NAIMOS, the majority of persons arrested are foreign nationals.

Colonel  Dominic Buah stated, “We have made 237 arrests, the majority of them are foreigners,” he stated.

94 excavators have been destroyed so far… almost 3,000 chanfangs have been destroyed,” he revealed.

“In the field, when we do not have load beds, we remove vital components so that they cannot use the excavator again,” he said.

“At the various galamsey sites, the use of excavators has gone down drastically… those you meet are often immobilised,” he added.

“Every excavator seized by NAIMOS is intact, and the Ministry of Lands will render an account, and the government will take a decision on what to do, but NAIMOS has them safely at various locations.

“Seized weapons too are intact, and I have received letters from the Small Arms Commission and through the Ministry, these weapons will be documented and disposed of.”

Dominic Buah further issued a stern warning to illegal miners against engaging in violent confrontations with members of his anti-galamsey task force.

According to Dominic Buah, NAIMOS won’t tolerate armed attacks.

Colonel Buah stated, “We will not stand and watch anyone use weapons against us. We are better trained in weapons and therefore warn that anybody who dares, NAIMOS will deal with them ruthlessly.

“It is a problem we are trying to address, and we have the right to self-defence and let no galamseyer miss that. If you go to the field with weapons and you try to fire it, a lot more will be at you.”

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“Innovation grows when young people are allowed to experiment freely” – Young Girl sends message to Sam George, NITA

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“Innovation grows when young people are allowed to experiment freely” – Young Girl sends message to Sam George, NITA

A young girl in a viral video has sent a message to the Communication Minister, Sam George and the National Information Technology Agency (NITA) over their proposed bill.

The young girl expressed her concerns surrounding the proposed National Information Technology Agency (NITA) Bill 2025.

She highlighted that Ghana’s future tech innovators are probably sitting in the classroom and are teenagers experimenting with free online tools, and should not be restricted.

She argued that innovation grows when young people are allowed to experiment freely, adding that many young people do not have the capital and the connections.

Speaking in a viral video, the young girl argued, “Some of Ghana’s future tech innovators are probably sitting in the classroom right now, or are probably teenagers experimenting with free online tools. There is a discussion circulating online concerning the proposed NITA Bill, and it concerns me a lot as a student learning digital skills.

I’ve read parts of the proposal, listened to some of the discussions, and one thing keeps on popping into my mind, which is that innovation grows when young people are allowed to experiment freely”.

She added, “Students today are learning from YouTube, joining bootcamps, testing websites, testing apps, using that as an opportunity, they have most of us don’t have the capital and the connections.

“So being in the digital ecosystem is one of the accessible opportunities we still have.

According to the young girl, if the Tech space becomes too expensive, too restricted, it will drive away young people.

She added, “My concern is that if being in the Tech space becomes too expensive, too restricted, then many young people may not even try to get into the Tech space at all, and this slows down innovation.

You know all these regulations and standards it does matter, but I feel like in conversations like this, students, self-taught learners, and young innovators should be considered because accessibility has become one of the reasons why innovations have gotten so far”.

The National Information Technology Agency (NITA) has been facing backlash from the Ghanaian Tech community against the proposed NITA Bill 2025, which would require NITA certification for ICT professionals and businesses in both public and private sectors.

Many Ghanaians in Tech have raised concerns over costs, which propose to charge IT professionals GHS 20,000 for a license, barriers to entry, and enforcement in Ghana’s tech industry.

Meanwhile, Lawyer Hubert Tieku Esq has described the National Information Technology Agency’s (NITA) bill as the biggest anti-tech bill Ghana has seen in years.

He disclosed that the bill seeks to tax IT  companies on revenue, Jail unlicensed tech founders for up to 10 YEARS, and restricts IT licences to companies wholly owned by Ghanaians.

Hubert Tieku Esq argued that the move will drive away potential foreign investment to other African countries like Rwanda & Kenya.

In a post shared by Hubert Tieku Esq, he wrote, The NITA Bill 2025 mandates EVERY IT worker in Ghana licensed before they can work, even in private companies.

It also:

Taxes IT companies on revenue (not profit)

Jails unlicensed tech founders for up to 10 YEARS

restricts IT licences to companies wholly owned by Ghanaians, potentially driving away foreign investment to other African countries like Rwanda & Kenya.

The Bill does many other awful and archaic things

This may be the biggest anti-tech bill Ghana has seen in years”.

However, Sam George, the Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations of Ghana, has replied to the Ghana Tech community following concerns raised about the NITA Bill 2025.

 According to Sam George, the Ministry is simply enforcing existing legislation that has been on our books since 2008, 2023 and 2025.

He further disclosed that the proposed new legislation has not even been laid before Parliament.

Sam George further stressed that “criticisms that jump on bandwagon trends and fail to be based on fact are treated with contempt because they are not only mischievous but intended to misinform”.

In a post on X, Sam George wrote, “I have always reiterated that personally and officially, I am always open to informed and constructive criticism and opinions.

Criticisms that jump on bandwagon trends and fail to be based on fact are treated with contempt because they are not only mischievous but intended to misinform.

To all the ‘IT Professionals’ who all of a sudden are making all manner of spurious claims that the @MoCDTI through its Agency – @NITAGhana – is acting illegally,  please read the National Information Technology Agency Act, 2008 (Act 771), Electronic Transactions Act, 2008 (Act 772), the Fees and Charges (Miscellaneous Provisions) Regulations, 2023 (L.I. 2481) and the Fees and Charges (Miscellaneous Provisions) (Amendments) Regulations 2025 (L.I. 2512).

The Ministry is simply ENFORCING existing legislation that has been on our books since 2008, 2023 and 2025. The proposed new legislation has NOT even been laid before Parliament.

I welcome anyone to point out which specific action of the Agency is NOT backed by a provision under the stated legislation. We have a Country to build, and we will ensure enforcement and sanity in our Technology space. Cheers”.

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“NPP showing strength on the surface, but beneath the surface there are serious cracks” – Former NPP member

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“NPP showing strength on the surface, but beneath the surface there are serious cracks” – Former NPP member

Ebo Buckman, a leading member of the United Party (UP), has said the NPP is showing strength on the surface, but beneath the surface, there are serious cracks.

According to Ebo Buckman, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) is struggling with serious internal divisions despite trying to project unity publicly.

He claimed that the tension within the NPP has worsened because of internal elections and leadership disagreements.

Speaking on TV3, Senior Communicator of the United Party stated, “The NPP is showing strength on the surface, but beneath the surface, there are serious cracks”.

“They are stabbing themselves because of delegates and polling station elections. People are being beaten all over the place because of the serious problems in the party,” he alleged.

“They should look within and ask what the real problem in the party is,” he stated.

“Their problem is mainly leadership. They have a weak candidate in Dr Bawumia,” he claimed.

“When party people insult respected figures in society, he later comes back to hug them,” he said.

He further alleged that some leading figures in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) prefer weak leadership so they can maintain control behind the scenes.

Ebo Buckman stated, “They like weak leaders. They don’t want another type of leadership”.

“They want somebody they can control. He doesn’t have roots in the party,” he said.

“The same old people are behind him,” he stated.

“Do you know what will happen to this country if they get the opportunity again?” he asked.

“Where is Ken Ofori-Atta? Their finance minister has run away,” he added.

His comments come on the back of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, who has sent a decisive signal that the party has finished the period of introspection following their defeat in the 2024 elections.

According to Dr Bawumia, the NPP’s posture going into the new parliamentary session must be that of a “government-in-waiting” ahead of the 2028 general elections.

Dr Bawumia highlighted that the minority should no longer view itself as a wounded political group.

He stressed that the action in Parliament, public statement and constituency engagement must reinforce the perception that the NPP is ready to govern again.

Speaking to the Minority Caucus in a closed-door briefing on the eve of Parliament’s resumption, Dr Bawumia stated, “Let every Ghanaian who watches this session come away thinking: the NPP is ready, and the NPP is on our side.

“The road to 2028 will not be won in one rally or one manifesto launch,” he told the Caucus. “It will be won day by day, question by question, statement by statement, community by community, and constituency by constituency. And in that work, you, the Minority Caucus, are indispensable.”

“We have finished the period of introspection. We must now position ourselves credibly as a party preparing to govern from 7th January 2029,” he stated.

Dr Bawumia added, “We must always project this posture, that we are a party preparing to govern. This will send a strong and well-meaning message to the people of Ghana and emphasise our belief that it is only the NPP that can move this nation on a glorious path”.

“I will be directly involved in supporting you to achieve this. The entire party is also building a strong architecture to support you through the sector committees, so that we sing from the same hymn sheet and act with a coordinated strategy at every point in time,” he added.

I was advised – MP Dafeamekpor opens up about why he keeps his family life away from the public

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I was advised – MP Dafeamekpor opens up about why he keeps his family life away from the public

Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the member of Parliament for South Dayi and Majority Chief Whip, has opened up about why he keeps his family life away from the public.

According to Dafeamekpor, he was reminded and advised not to expose my family too much by sharing photos and details about his children and family on social media.

Speaking on JoyNews on May 26, 2026, Dafeamekpor stated, “I remember about two years ago my eldest son… I posted his image, and somebody called me and said, ‘that’s your son?’ and I said yes. He said ‘take him off’ [social media] and I did”.

“I think I made a mistake again and posted my youngest son. Again, I was reminded so as much as possible, you are ever reminded to ensure that you don’t expose your children or family life too much,” he stated.

It will be recalled that Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor publicly acknowledged Ebi Bright as his wife in a birthday message some days ago.

Meanwhile, Ebi Bright, the Mayor of Tema, in an old video which has resurfaced, following Ghanaians’ expressed surprise over revelations that she is married to South Dayi Member of Parliament, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has been explaining why she kept her marriage private.

According to Ebi Bright, she chose to keep her family life private to protect her home and children from public scrutiny, adding that she had always wanted to build a family while pursuing her career.

In the old video, Ebi Bright revealed she understood the demands of public life and decided not to expose her family to unnecessary attention.

The Mayor of Tema asserted that her decision gave her peace and protected her family from unwanted attention.

Speaking in an old video shared by Joy Prime, Ebi Bright detailed, “As a woman, you know how we’re raised? Each one of us knows who we are before we get to where everybody else knows us. You have to decide early on, are you a slay queen or you’re going to be leaving the space with your mind and with thoughts”.

“Do you want a family? And do you want to be a responsible homemaker, or do you just want to be out there? What price is too big for what you want? For me, I stepped into the political space, but even as an actress, the character was constant,” she stated.

“I always knew at every step of the way, what I was willing to pay for where I wanted to get to, I determined that my marriage and my family, my children, were paramount and that I did not have what it took to protect my family, if I thrust them into the public space. So, I kept my marriage private,” she added.

She further added, “I kept my children private. I was not all over social media. Immediately, I changed my polish, I snapped a picture, and I posted. I didn’t do all of those things”.

“It allowed me the space to grow. It allowed me the space to protect myself and my family from some of those fears. It protected me from some of the advances that might have been more offensive,” she stated.

“So, I wasn’t all over the place because I knew who I was. So, even if I wasn’t a politician, I knew that I still wanted to be a family person. It’s the character, and it’s knowing who you are and being steadfast with who you are… And for me, I protected my family,” she concluded.

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Ghana must demand compensation from South Africa over xenophobic attacks – Brako-Powers

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Ghana must demand compensation from South Africa over xenophobic attacks – Brako-Powers

Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers, a Legal expert and policy analyst, has urged the John Mahama-led government to demand compensation from South Africa over xenophobic attacks.

The lawyer argued that the government should formally demand compensation from South Africa for Ghanaian businesses and properties that were destroyed during xenophobic attacks.

He disclosed that several Ghanaian-owned businesses have been looted, burned, vandalised, or abandoned during the violent attacks against foreign nationals.

Austin Kwabena Brako-Powers argued that Ghana must move beyond diplomatic protests and push for compensation for affected Ghanaians.

According to him, demand for compensation is rooted in established principles of international law.

Speaking on TV3’s Big Issues on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, Brako-Powers argued that Ghana must move beyond diplomatic protests and push for a structured compensation process for affected citizens.

Brako-Powers stated, “Ghana should formally demand, as a condition of its bilateral diplomatic engagement with South Africa, a structured process for the assessment and compensation of Ghanaian nationals whose businesses and property were destroyed during these attacks”.

“The Ghanaian government is not being hard and tough enough,” he said.

In related news, Benjamin Quarshie, Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, has announced that the first batch of Ghanaians being evacuated from South Africa will arrive in Accra on Wednesday, May 27.

Benjamin Quashie, disclosed that  Ghanaian authorities, in collaboration with South African officials, are carrying out screening and verification exercises to finalise the list.

He detailed that the evacuation process will not end with the first flight, as arrangements have already been made for additional flights.

Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa further disclosed that the first aircraft has the capacity to carry about 300 passengers.

Meanwhile, the March and March Movement, a South African group leading the campaign for the removal of foreign nationals from the country, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government of Ghana.

According to the March and March Movement leader Jancita Ngobese-Zuma, the Ghanaian government is engaging in PR to make South Africa look bad.

She stressed that the Ghanaian government is overreacting to the issue and attempting to portray South Africa as xenophobic.

In a press conference, the group disclosed that they have great respect for Ghana as a country, but believe it is dishonest for the government to claim that Ghanaian citizens were assaulted when, in their view, they were only engaging with an individual who had allegedly breached the immigration laws of the country.

The March and March Movement labelled the Ghanaian government as disappointing and largely dishonest.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the March and March Movement stated, “The Ghanaian government really overreacted; it is disappointing. We have a lot of respect for Ghana as a country, and the people of Ghana, we still do. But for them to react in the way that they did is largely dishonest. Because for them to claim their people were beaten up when they know they were not beaten up, even the Minister of Police echoed that it is absolutely ridiculous.

What we saw in that video is Victoria Africa. talking to someone who has broken the laws of the country, and coming legally and staying illegally. Instead of addressing that in a correct manner, they decided to do a whole PR exercise to paint South Africa as xenophobic”.

BoG runs to Supreme Court over Appeals Court ruling on GN Savings licence

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BoG runs to Supreme Court over Appeals Court ruling on GN Savings licence

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has filed an application at the Supreme Court challenging the Court of Appeal ruling that restored the licence of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited, formerly the GN Bank.

According to reports, the Bank of Ghana is seeking to overturn the Court of Appeal’s decision,

BoG argued that the Appeals Court erred in law when it proceeded “to hear and determine the appeal filed by applicants to the Court of Appeal.”

The development follows the Court of Appeal’s ruling on May 21, 2026, which ordered the  Bank of Ghana (BoG) to restore the licence of GN Bank, now GN Savings and Loans Company Limited.

The appeal court ruling follows an earlier High Court ruling that upheld the revocation of the financial institution’s operating licence.

The Court of Appeal three-member panel directed that all assets of the bank be returned to its original owners.

The receiver has also been ordered to hand over management of the company to its previous management team.

The Court of Appeal ruling marks a major development in the long-running legal battle between GN Bank and the Bank of Ghana.

GN Bank, which officially commenced operations in 1997 as First National Savings and Loans (FNSL) Company Limited, was upgraded to a universal bank on September 4, 2014.

It expanded rapidly across the country, establishing one of the largest branch networks in the banking sector.

The central bank, however, at the time argued that its regulatory assessments revealed that GN Bank’s expansion was not supported by adequate capital buffers and sound risk management practices.

BoG discovered that GN Bank regularly breached key prudential requirements, including capital adequacy and liquidity ratios.

Also, the BoG, in its statement, showed high levels of non-performing loans (NPLs), significant exposure to related-party transactions, and poor corporate governance structures, which weakened the bank’s financial position over time.

Reports suggest that despite several directives and corrective measures issued by the BoG, comprising capital restoration plans and restrictions on certain banking activities, GN Bank was incapable of raising the required additional capital or restructuring its operations to restore solvency.

The bank was deemed severely undercapitalised and technically insolvent, prompting the BoG to ask the bank to downgrade to a savings and loans company, using the name GN Savings and Loans Company Ltd.

GN Bank’s license was then revoked in 2019 as part of the central bank’s efforts to protect depositors’ funds and stabilise the country’s financial sector.

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Young man dies after allegedly swallowing 10 tablets of tramadol in competition

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Young man dies after allegedly swallowing 10 tablets of tramadol in competition

A young man has died after allegedly swallowing ten tablets of tramadol in a competition.

Reports suggest that the shocking incident happened in Babile in the Upper West Region.

According to reports, the victim has been identified as Kukura, was a native of Tugo in the Jirapa Municipality but resided in Babile in the Lawra Municipality.

The information gathered suggests he allegedly took ten(10) tablets to surpass a friend who had swallowed six(6) at a go.

Kukura reportedly became weak moments later and was rushed to the Basile Polyclinic for treatment, where he was pronounced dead shortly.  

In a post shared by SIKAOFFICIAL, read, “A reckless challenge among friends has reportedly ended in tragedy in Babile in the Upper West Region after a young Ghanaian man allegedly died from taking an excessive dose of tramadol in an attempt to outdo his peers.

The victim, identified as Kukura, was a native of Tugo in the Jirapa Municipality but resided in Babile in the Lawra Municipality. Reports indicate that he allegedly took ten(10) tablets to surpass a friend who had swallowed six(6) at a go.

He reportedly became weak moments later and was rushed to the Basile Polyclinic for treatment, but sadly passed away shortly after.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the news wrote, “He did very well, let’s all congratulate him!

Gyimie’s death like this!”.

“Those same will call him “kwasia” when narrating the story to others. To the living,  please be wise in your youth!’, a netizen added.

A netizen added, “When people are idle, the devil finds work for them.

This probably wouldn’t have happened if they were engaged in any work of some sort !!!”.

A netizen added, “Gen Z’a challenging themselves over fo*lish things. I don’t see most challenging themselves over any reasonable thing that would build their lives and impact society. May he RIP! Condolences to the families he has left in pain”.

In related news, a lady has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service for allegedly attempting to smuggle illicit drugs concealed in a meat pie and yoghurt into a police cell.

The suspect has been identified as a 21-year-old suspect identified as Anita.

Reports suggest she was arrested by police in Ashaiman.

The information gathered suggests Anita is the girlfriend of a detainee identified as Richard Acquah.

She was busted after a search conducted on the items led to the discovery of tramadol hidden inside the meat pie.

The news shared by SIKAOFFICIAL on X read, “A 21-year-old suspect identified as Anita has reportedly been arrested by police in Ashaiman for allegedly attempting to smuggle illicit drugs concealed in a meat pie and yoghurt into a police cell.

The suspect, said to be the girlfriend of a detainee identified as Richard Acquah, was apprehended while allegedly attempting to deliver the illegal substances to him after he requested food.

A search conducted on the items led to the discovery of tramadol hidden inside the meat pie, resulting in the arrest of the young woman”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the development wrote, “Throwing it all away for a detained suspect who is prolly a junky. Some of these Gen Z fo) de3”.

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Banks might start rejecting dollar deposits as new BoG rule spikes cost of holding FX

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Banks might start rejecting dollar deposits as new BoG rule spikes cost of holding FX

Don’t be surprised if your favorite local bank rejects your dollar and other foreign currencies (FX) deposits intend to make for safe keeping, investment or even to perform an international transaction. 

The reason for rejection can be attributed to Bank of Ghana’s recent announced decision at the just ended Monetary Policy(MPC) Committee meeting by the central bank to implement a uniform rate of 20% Reserve Cash Ratio (CRR) on all local and FX deposits. 

Cash Reserve Ratio is the percentage of customer deposits that commercial banks are required to keep with the central bank, in this case the Bank of Ghana.

From new policy direction, 20% of every FX deposit from customers, business etc to any bank must be held at the Bank of Ghana making only 80% available for the banks to trade and do business with. 

The new policy has triggered concerns within Ghana’s banking sector that some banks may begin limiting or outright rejecting new dollar deposits following new reserve requirement guidelines introduced by the Bank of Ghana (BoG).

The issue has become serious enough for the Ghana Association of Banks (GAB) to reportedly seek an emergency meeting with the BoG Governor over the implementation of the revised Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) policy, particularly its application to foreign currency (FX) deposits.

Under the new framework, banks are required to hold 20% of customer deposits as reserves at the Bank of Ghana. The reserves are largely unremunerated, meaning banks earn little or no interest on the locked funds.

For FX deposits, the policy means banks must keep 20% of the cedi equivalent of dollar deposits idle at the central bank, reducing the amount available for lending, trade finance, and day-to-day liquidity operations.

Economist and Member of Parliament for Tano North, Gideon Boafo warned in an X post that the policy could significantly affect how banks handle dollar deposits going forward.

“The new policy makes FX deposits expensive for banks to hold,” he wrote.

According to him, banks’ likely response may include “refusing new USD deposits or impose minimums already happening at some banks.”

He further explained that “every $100 you deposit costs them $20 they can’t use,” making dollar deposits increasingly unattractive for banks under the new rules.

Boafo also warned that banks may introduce higher fees on foreign currency accounts to offset the additional costs.

“Charge you fees for holding FX, or reduce interest paid on FX accounts. Practically, ledger fees, dormancy fees, and transaction fees on USD accounts are likely to rise,” he stated.

Industry observers say the development could have broader implications for businesses and individuals who rely on dollar accounts for imports, tuition payments, international transfers, and savings protection against cedi depreciation.

Some banks are also expected to tighten withdrawal and transfer processes for foreign currency transactions.

“Expect longer processing times, lower daily limits, and more documentation for cash withdrawals and transfers,” Boafo noted, adding that banks may act this way “in order to conserve the FX they can actually use.”

Nigerian man busted over allegations of secretly installing a hidden camera in a ladies’ washroom

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Nigerian man busted over allegations of secretly installing a hidden camera in a ladies’ washroom

A Nigerian man has been arrested for secretly installing a camera in the ladies’ washroom around the Spintex/Manet area.

Reports suggest the Nigerian man has been identified as Chukwuemeke.

He was arrested for recording over 130 videos of women and young girls without their consent.

The Nigerian have also been accused of involving inappropriate acts with underage girls in his store.

In a post shared by Crime Check TV GH on Facebook read, “NIGERIAN NATIONAL SECRETLY INSTALLS CCTV IN LADIES WASHROOM

This young Nigerian national, Chukwuemeke, has been arrested for secretly installing a camera in a ladies’ washroom around the Spintex/Manet area.

He is said to have recorded over 130 videos of women and young girls without their consent.

There are also disturbing allegations involving inappropriate acts with underage girls in his store.

Ladies’ nudes will end up on the internet without knowing how it got there.

How can one detect a hidden CCTV camera in a room? Let’s help our ladies”.

In related news, SoAfrican, a popular Ghanaian social media influencer identified as Joshua Kojo Anane Boateng, has been arrested for recording and sharing non-consensual intimate images of women. 

SoAfrican is a lifestyle influencer known for his marketing of jerseys and other merchandise and has been spotted interacting with several celebrities, including Kelvin Okyere, musician King Promise, and businessman Osei Kwame Despite.

Joshua Kojo Anane Boateng, also a resident of East Legon in Accra, has been identified as the suspect.

His arrest follows a joint intelligence-led operation by the Cyber Crime Unit and the Bureau of National Investigations (BNI).

On Tuesday, May 12, the Director-General of the CID, Commissioner of Police Lydia Yaako Donkor, briefed the media and revealed that the suspect operated on the Telegram platform known as “VIP Sleep Fetish 2025”.

She disclosed that the suspect used alprazolam, known as Xanax, to drug unsuspecting female victims before sexually abusing them, adding that he later recorded the acts and shared the content online without their consent.

The CID boss detailed that the suspect also frequented nightclubs in 2025, where he allegedly sedated and sexually assaulted victims before disseminating their intimate images.

She disclosed that following his arrest, police retrieved several items, including two iPhones, a feature phone, a memory card, a Seagate external hard drive, a MacBook laptop, an iSafe device, and empty sachets believed to have contained alprazolam and midazolam.

She further added that the suspect has been arraigned before the court, while investigations are ongoing.

Following the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service on May 12, 2026, announcing that an East Legon businessman has been arrested for the alleged non-consensual sharing of intimate images and online sexual exploitation photos of the said businessman has gone viral on social media, with netizens sharing more details about the suspect.

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“I am not responsible for any such irregularities” – Mustapha Ussif breaks silence on Forensic audit of 13th African Games

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“I am not responsible for any such irregularities” – Mustapha Ussif breaks silence on Forensic audit of 13th African Games

The Former Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has broken his silence concerning the irregularities of the 2023 African Games Forensic Audit attributed to him.

According to Mustapha Ussif, he is not responsible for any such irregularities.

He disclosed that he looks forward to the report being presented to Parliament for him to respond to all the claims of impropriety in the said report.

In a press statement, Mustapha Ussif wrote, “My attention has been drawn to the release of an audit report, which report is titled, Comprehensive Audit Report on the 13th African Games, Accra 2023.

The said report, I understand, attributes various irregularities to me. I, however, deny being responsible for any such irregularities, if any at all,

It is my understanding that the report of the audit will be presented to Parliament, and persons who may have answers to findings will be invited to respond accordingly.

Therefore, I look forward to the opportunity to respond to all the claims of impropriety in the said report”.

His statement follows, the Auditor-General, who has ordered three top officials at the heart of Ghana’s organisation of the 13th Africa Games to refund GHC 579 million.

Reports suggest the forensic audit commissioned by President Mahama last year uncovered several widespread instances of cost inflation, irregular payments, and unsupported expenditure across contracts linked to the event.

The three officials include Mustapha Ussif (former Minister of Youth and Sports), William Kartey (former Chief Director)and Dr Kwaku Ofosu-Asare (former LOC Chairman).

Although the Auditor-General did not make any criminal findings, it recommended that the three officials refund the money to the state.

Also, the Director-General of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, Prof. Amin Alhassan, was named in relation to a training contract.

The auditors have recommended the recovery of an estimated GHC 579,114,352.24, alongside $44,354,881.77 and €629,070, quoting overpricing, unjustified payments, undelivered goods, and contractual variances.

According to the report, the findings cut across catering, accommodation, transport, equipment procurement, infrastructure, and administrative spending, painting a picture of systemic cost inflation during Ghana’s hosting of the continental multi-sport event.

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“Catering irregularities – US$2.83 million and GHC 33.9 million

Auditors flagged $2,826,540 (GHC33,918,480) in non-feeding costs embedded within a catering contract, including transport, utilities, staffing, infrastructure, and administration—without supporting documentation or justification.

Anti-doping overpricing – €572,040 and GHC 8.01 million

A contract for anti-doping tests was found to be significantly above benchmark WADA laboratory rates, creating an overpricing gap of €572,040 (GHC 8,008,560).

Accommodation inflation – $840,000 and GHC10.08 million

Hotel rooms were reportedly charged at $150 per night, despite market rates ranging between $50 and $70, resulting in an inflated component of $840,000 (GHC10,080,000).

Sports equipment overpricing – $322,697 and GHC 3.87 million

Boxing, triathlon, hockey, and arm wrestling equipment contracts exceeded benchmark prices, with total variance estimated at $322,697.28 (GHC3,872,367.36).

Transport and logistics – over GHC30 million flagged in multiple layers

  • Vehicle-related contracts form one of the largest clusters of irregularities:
  • Branding and de-branding: GHC2,003,121.75
  • Vehicle hiring overpricing: GHC13,120,226.21
  • Over-invoicing adjustment: GHC2,201,514.00
  • Excess rental charges: GHC239,520.00
  • Together, these reflect a broader pattern of inflated logistics expenditure under JDK Travel & Tours contracts.

Undelivered and unaccounted equipment – $374,462 and GHC4.49 million

Auditors also flagged payments for sports equipment that were either not delivered or lacked specification, resulting in an overpayment of $374,462.39 (GHC4,493,548.68).

Unrelated LOC payments – GHC15.09 million

A further GHC15,093,666 was identified as unrelated to the Games, including payments routed to Black Stars technical staff and other non-Games activities.

Infrastructure defects – GHC12 million

Construction defects across key venues, including the Aquatic Centre and Legon Stadium, are estimated to require at least GHC12 million in rectification works.

Major EPC contract irregularities – $38.99 million and GHC467.89 million

The most significant anomaly relates to engineering and construction contracts for the Borteyman Sports Complex, University of Ghana Stadium, and Legon Sports Village.

Auditors flagged:

  • Unjustified variations
  • Inflated claims
  • Scope reductions and additions outside contract discipline

Total irregular claims in this category stand at $38,991,182.10 (GHC467,894,185.20).

Inflated works contracts – GHC5.40 million

Three single-source infrastructure contracts were found to be overpriced due to lack of proper price-reasonableness assessments.

The grand picture: a financial trail under scrutiny

When aggregated, the audit’s recovery recommendations point to the following totals:

  • GHC579,114,352.24
  • $44,354,881.77
  • € 629,070

These figures represent what auditors describe as unjustified expenditure, overpricing, undelivered goods, and contractual deviations across the entire Games delivery chain”.

It will be recalled that President John Mahama has directed the Auditor-General to conduct a forensic audit into the finances of the 13th African Games held in Accra in 2023.

This follows the submission of a report by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) on the organisation and management of the 13th All-Africa Games.

John Mahama’s directive forms part of efforts to promote accountability, transparency, and value for money in the use of public funds.

The Auditor-General is expected to scrutinise all financial and operational aspects of the Games.

The forensic audit was expected to cover procurement and contracting, financial management, project delivery, asset utilisation, and institutional oversight.

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“NPP as a party hasn’t said we will make the country ungovernable” – Afenyo-Markin

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“NPP as a party hasn’t said we will make the country ungovernable” – Afenyo-Markin

Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader in Parliament, has denied suggestions that the New Patriotic Party (NPP) intends to make Ghana ungovernable following the arrest of its members.

According to the Minority leader, the NPP as a party has not said we will make the country ungovernable.  

The minority leader explained that the party will continue to use constitutional tools to express its concerns, but never threatened to destabilise the country.

Speaking in an exclusive interview with GTV Ghana, Afenyo-Markin, “To make the country ungovernable?? I’ve not said that. NPP as a party hasn’t said that. I mean, with respect. I’m saying that we are part of the governance ecosystem.

It would be an overreach for a political party like ours to say that the country would be made ungovernable. I mean, within the context of what is happening, I don’t think that that is what the party has said,” he said.

Afenyo-Markin further spoke on the Abronye case saying, “In the Abronye case, for instance, the ordinary person, when properly explained to him, would come to a conclusion that if the judge made this comment, and these were the preliminary actions of the judge, then indeed this judge should not be the one to sit for the full trial, because obviously he is prejudiced,” he explained.

“As Parliament, we will use the constitutional tools we have to drum up the need to ensure that rights are respected. That is not to say that as a party we are equally endorsing excesses of certain actions of our members,” he clarified.

“If indeed the security agencies are looking at it with a fair eye, with a fair mind, then why have they also not been arrested?” he asked.

Meanwhile, Salam Mustapha, the National Youth Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has warned the John Mahama-led government that they will weaponise our support base and make this country extremely ungovernable.

According to Salam Mustapha, if the nonsense doesn’t stop, the NPP will weaponise their support base and make this country extremely ungovernable for them.

He made comments when the NPP paid a courtesy visit to the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps.

Salam Mustapha accused the Mahama government of targeting members of the opposition party.

Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, Salam Mustapha warned, “If this nonsense doesn’t stop, we will weaponise our support base and make this country extremely ungovernable for them”.

“We are sending this warning and caution to the government to release Abronye; otherwise, should anything happen to Abronye in custody, you’ll have us to contend with,” he added.

“And this constant harassment and intimidation of NPP people, if you people don’t stop it, we’ll make sure that we react in such a way that you will not be happy with us,” he stated.

“You have a country to govern, and we are here to support you and give you the best of advice from an opposition point of view. If you turn us into enemies, we will give you rebellion,” he said.

Ghana still owes over GHC200m despite GHC2.245bn spent in organising the 13th African Games

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Ghana still owes over GHC200m despite GHC2.245bn spent in organising the 13th African Games

The Auditor General’s reports on the 13th African Games have disclosed more shocking revelations regarding Ghana’s hosting of the games.

According to the Auditor General’s reports, Ghana still owes over GHC200m despite GHC2.245bn spent in organising the 13th African Games.

Reports suggest the Contractors for the African Games say they are owed $2.8 million because of extra work done and delays in payment, according to an audit report.

In related news, the forensic audit commissioned by President John Dramani Mahama in 2025 on Ghana’s organisation of the 13th African Games 2023 has revealed over $40 million in financial irregularities.

The forensic audit uncovered millions of dollars and cedis in questionable claims, inflated rates, omitted works and avoidable costs across several projects.

According to the audit report, facilities constructed and refurbished for the Games highlighted what it described as “opportunity costs”, irregular variations and inconsistencies in Bills of Quantities (BoQs), particularly at the Borteyman Sports Complex, University of Ghana Stadium, Games Village hostels, cricket facilities and access roads.

The report highlighted that the biggest red flag emerged from the Borteyman Sports Complex project.

Auditors estimated a net omission and “opportunity cost for scope shrinkage” of $34.43 million from the original contract value of $145.09 million.

The Audit Service said several major components originally captured in the contract were either omitted or rescoped, including,

“Warm-up football field – $3.213 million omitted

Multipurpose hall conversion into lecture halls – $3.06 million omitted

Single-lane access road – USD 11.22 million omitted

Double-lane access road – $11.22 million omitted

Drainage works – $3.366 million omitted

Electrical substation – $ 850,000 omitted

Concrete sidewalks and children’s playground – reduced by $2.014 million

Equipment installations, including CCTV, irrigation and security systems – reduced by $1.6 million, ” a Joy Sport report listed.

The Audit Service further estimated avoidable costs of more than $38.96 million and GH¢6.33 million across reviewed African Games infrastructure projects.

It will be recalled that President John Mahama has directed the Auditor-General to conduct a forensic audit into the finances of the 13th African Games held in Accra in 2023.

This follows the submission of a report by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) on the organisation and management of the 13th All-Africa Games.

John Mahama’s directive forms part of efforts to promote accountability, transparency, and value for money in the use of public funds.

The Auditor-General is expected to scrutinise all financial and operational aspects of the Games.

The forensic audit is expected to cover procurement and contracting, financial management, project delivery, asset utilisation, and institutional oversight.

Reports suggest the audit will also “examine the tendering and selection of contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act, the management of funds and expenditures, including sponsorships, as well as the timelines, costs, and value-for-money outcomes of facilities built for the Games.

Also, verify the ownership and current state of assets procured or constructed and review the coordination among agencies and committees involved in organising the event”.

On Tuesday (4 November), a statement from the Presidency stated, “government’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and the prudent use of public funds”.

“Specifically, the review will focus on:

Procurement and Contracting Processes: Examining tender procedures, selection of contractors and suppliers, and compliance with the Public Procurement Act (Act 663), as amended.

Financial Management and Expenditure Control: Reviewing funding sources, disbursements, expenditures, and sponsorship arrangements.

Infrastructure and Project Delivery: Assessing project timelines, cost variations, and value-for-money outcomes of works executed for the Games”.

The Auditor-General is to submit the audit report to the President by the second week of December 2025.

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“By next year, you’ll be a lame duck” – Mahama told

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“By next year, you’ll be a lame duck” – Mahama told

Kwesi Pratt Jnr, a Veteran journalist and political commentator, has boldly told President John Dramani Mahama what his appointees have been saying behind his back.

The veteran journalist alleged that Mahama’s appointees are saying that very soon, he will become a lame duck with no power.

According to Kwesi Pratt, Mahama’s appointees are dancing around him in circles, making nonsense of all his proclamations.

He stressed that President Mahama’s appointees don’t care about the Reset agenda of his supposed legacy term, adding that they are more focused on succession battles than helping him deliver on his promises to Ghanaians.

The veteran journalist argued that President Mahama is being held hostage and has failed to crack the whip on his appointees.

Kwesi Pratt highlighted that President Mahama is being politically undermined by people within his own government who are more focused on succeeding him.

Speaking in an interview on PanAfrica TV, Kwesi Pratt argued, “To be honest, I feel very sad for President John Dramani Mahama; the betrayal of President John Dramani Mahama is monumental”.

“This is a gentleman who came to the people of Ghana and said, ‘ Look, there are problems with the country, and I want to solve the problems in the educational sector, health sector and so on. He proclaimed a reset agenda,” he stated.

He added, “And he appointed people to assist him to realise that objective. Many of the people he appointed to help him realise that objective don’t just care. They don’t care about reset. They don’t care about restructuring the economy. All they care about is replacing him”.

“Poor Mahama. Poor Mahama. And he’s sitting there being held hostage,” he said.

“He’s not been able to crack the whip. They’re dancing around him in circles and making nonsense of all the proclamations he has made. It’s unbelievable,” Pratt added.

“Visit the NDC social media platforms and see what is happening there. Who is talking about how to achieve the 24-hour economy? That’s not their concern. It’s about who is going to replace Mahama,” he said.

“So the people he appointed to help him leave a legacy are saying to us, ‘Oh, don’t worry, very soon you’ll become a lame duck. That’s what they say. They say, ‘By next year, you’ll be a lame dog. You have no power. We don’t have to respect him. So let’s start our campaign,” he added.

Meanwhile, it will be recalled, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader of Parliament, has predicted that by mid 2026, President John Mahama will become a lame-duck president. 

According to Afenyo-Markin, the NDC is divided; he alleged that the party has its candidate while the presidency is also fielding its own candidate for the elections.

Afenyo-Markin alleged that Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has chosen Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, as her running mate.

The minority leader alleged that President Mahama will become a lame-duck president because the NDC will be fighting over who succeeds him.

Speaking at a press conference on January 26, 2026, Afenyo-Markin stated, “The NDC also have a leadership contest ahead of them, which is very messy.

The NDC is divided because of power. Today, Asiedu Nketiah says he is going on a ‘thank you’ tour; what we have seen is that the government has its own preferred candidate for the flagbearer and the party also have their own choice of flagbearer”.

Afenyo-Markin further added, “ By mid-year, President Mahama will become a lame-duck president because everyone is fighting for power. The Vice President also wants to become president. Recently, we heard that she has chosen Haruna Iddrisu as her running mate”.

“We have also heard that the Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, is going to contest, and his running mate is Fifii Kwetey, the NDC General Secretary. The majority leader and Ablakwa are also doing their personal permutation. Also, the finance minister is preparing his running mate”.

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“No need to panic” – Economic analyst calms fear amid Cedi being ranked the worst-performing currency

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“No need to panic” – Economic analyst calms fear amid Cedi being ranked the worst-performing currency

Alfred Appiah,  an economist and data analyst, has calm fears despite the Cedi being ranked the worst-performing currency.

The economic analyst maintains that there is little reason for Ghanaians to panic.

According to Alfred Appiah, while the recent depreciation of the cedi may appear worrying on the surface, Ghana’s foreign exchange fundamentals remain relatively supported.

He pointed particularly to strong gold prices and continued gold purchases under the government’s Goldbod programme.

Alfred Appiah argued that the country is not facing an immediate foreign exchange supply crisis despite the cedi’s recent weakness against the US dollar.

“No need to panic about the current movements in the exchange rate,” he remarked.

Alfred Appiah stressed that Ghana currently has an important buffer that could prevent a full-blown currency crisis, which is gold, adding that it remain one of the country’s most important sources of dollar inflows.

He also expressed confidence that the Bank of Ghana still possesses enough capacity to help manage temporary exchange rate pressures if necessary.

He explained that, “As long as gold prices remain elevated and the Goldbod continues to purchase large volumes of gold from the ASM sector, foreign exchange supply to the market is unlikely to be a major challenge. The Bank of Ghana has the capacity to help meet seasonal FX demand pressures.”

He further noted that the Bank of Ghana may be allowing the currency to gradually adjust toward what he described as its “true value”.

“The Bank appears to be allowing the cedi to gradually find its “true value” while at the same time trying to repair its balance sheet as much as possible. At some point, however, more aggressive intervention may be needed to reduce the pass-through effect of cedi depreciation on fuel prices,” he noted.

His comments come on the back of Reuters publications that have described Ghana’s cedi as the weakest-performing currency in West Africa.

 According to Reuters, citing market data, reported that the Ghana cedi had recently emerged as the worst-performing currency in West Africa and among the weakest in sub-Saharan Africa in recent weeks.

The cedi has suffered a steady decline so far in 2026, thereby assuming the unenviable position of the worst-performing currency in West Africa on a year-to-date basis.

“Ghana’s cedi is being dragged down by persistent corporate foreign-currency demand, particularly from the energy sector,” the Reuters report said, showing trends of consistent decline of the cedi in recent weeks using data from LSEG.

“The report predicted further decline in the weeks ahead and, true to the prediction, the slump continued, as the cedi closed trading last week at a further depreciated rate of 11.61 to the dollar, maintaining its high year-to-date percentage decline among West African currencies.

The cedi is one of nine currencies in West Africa, including the CFA franc, which is used by eight West African countries.

Among the currencies in West Africa, the cedi has so far, in 2026, recorded the biggest year-to-date decline of 10.28% as of the beginning of May, which also places it among some of the continent’s worst-performing currencies in 2026, such as the Libyan dinar, which recorded a 17.21% decline against the US dollar”, reports stated.

In related news, the May 2026 Economic and Financial Summary released by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has disclosed that the Ghana cedi depreciated by 8.4% against the US dollar during the first five months of 2026.

The decline higher than the 6.6% depreciation recorded over the same period in 2025.

Ghana Cedi ranked the worst-performing currency in West Africa

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Ghana Cedi ranked the worst-performing currency in West Africa

The Ghanaian Cedi has been ranked by Reuters publications as the weakest-performing currency in West Africa and among the weakest in sub-Saharan Africa in recent weeks.

According to Reuters, citing market data from the London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG), reported that the Ghana cedi had recently emerged as the worst-performing currency in West Africa and among the weakest in sub-Saharan Africa in recent weeks.

The cedi has suffered a steady decline so far in 2026, thereby assuming the unenviable position of the worst-performing currency in West Africa on a year-to-date basis.

“Ghana’s cedi is being dragged down by persistent corporate foreign-currency demand, particularly from the energy sector,” the Reuters report said, showing trends of consistent decline of the cedi in recent weeks using data from LSEG.

“The report predicted further decline in the weeks ahead and, true to the prediction, the slump continued, as the cedi closed trading last week at a further depreciated rate of 11.61 to the dollar, maintaining its high year-to-date percentage decline among West African currencies.

The cedi is one of nine currencies in West Africa, including the CFA franc, which is used by eight West African countries.

Among the currencies in West Africa, the cedi has so far, in 2026, recorded the biggest year-to-date decline of 10.28% as of the beginning of May, which also places it among some of the continent’s worst-performing currencies in 2026, such as the Libyan dinar, which recorded a 17.21% decline against the US dollar”, reports stated.

In related news, the May 2026 Economic and Financial Summary released by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) has disclosed that the Ghana cedi depreciated by 8.4% against the US dollar during the first five months of 2026.

The decline higher than the 6.6% depreciation recorded over the same period in 2025.

The BoG May 2026 Economic and Financial Summary shows renewed pressure on the local currency despite improvements in several key macroeconomic indicators.

The BoG data disclosed that the cedi weakened from an average mid-rate of 10.95 to the dollar in January to 11.4125 by mid-May 2026.

“The currency came under pressure early in the year, recording a year-to-date depreciation of 4.6 per cent in January before briefly recovering in February”, citinews stated.

The Ghana cedi resumed its downward trend in March and continued deteriorating steadily through April and May.

However, unlike the sharp volatility witnessed in 2025, the 2026 depreciation pattern has been steadier and more sustained.

The Ghana cedi’s decline comes despite relatively bright external fundamentals.

However, despite the persistent slide of the local currency, the economic and data analyst, Alfred Appiah, maintains that there is little reason for panic.

According to Alfred Appiah, while the recent depreciation of the cedi may appear worrying on the surface, Ghana’s foreign exchange fundamentals remain relatively supported.

He pointed particularly by strong gold prices and continued gold purchases under the government’s Goldbod programme.

Alfred Appiah argued that the country is not facing an immediate foreign exchange supply crisis despite the cedi’s recent weakness against the US dollar.

“No need to panic about the current movements in the exchange rate,” he remarked.

“Put a hold on your broadband” – Lady calls out Telecel, fuming over rapid depletion of data

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“Put a hold on your broadband” – Lady calls out Telecel, fuming over rapid depletion of data

A lady in a viral video has called out Telecel Ghana, fuming over their broadband service, while questioning the rapid depletion of data despite reduced usage.

According to the lady, she subscribed to the Telecel family package with over 400GB for more than GH¢500, but the data always runs out every month, around the 28th or 29th, despite her reduced usage.

In a self-recorded video shared on X, the lady narrated, “Telecel needs to put a hold on its broadband service.  Some of the things that happen to Telecel broadband do not make sense. I subscribed to Telecel broadband, I think, somewhere last year. They installed the broadband, everything was good, and I subscribed to the family package, which comes with over 400GB for more than GH¢500.

At the time, it was my younger brother and I who were using it and tell me why, but almost every month, around the 28th or 29th, the data gets finished even though I barely use it”.

She further added, “Let’s assume we were two people who were why, now my younger brother is not around, even with that, I barely stream, and I am barely at home most of the time, I am working during the day.

 I raised the concern with one of their agents and was told it was due to data consumption.  I later switched to MTN, bought a GH¢399 bundle with over 200GB, and it lasted me for three months. So Telecel, I don’t know what you people are doing, and on top of that, your network, we don’t want to start talking about your network”, she added.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the lady’s video stated, “That network ankasa no err…I don’t think they’re serious wallai…like they don’t make any effort to improve their network, I suspect the board managers have significant shares in mtn coz it doesn’t make sense”.

One X user added, “Call them, and they will refund. They are aware of it. One guy brought our attention and he has been refunded. The guy bought 1,000 non-expiring for a month and used 20%, yet they took it. After his videos, they have refunded him. Post the same video on TT as well”.

“Sister, they’re thieves, it has been going on for a year with their slow  fuckin service whiles you won’t know what you probably do with that slow service data, and it got finished without tangible usage”, a netizen added.

“Guys, there are certain applications that consume a lot of data. Twitter/X, TikTok, and Instagram all of these apps consume a lot of data. Those videos people watch by just scrolling all contribute to it. Best to switch if autoplay etc”, a netizen added.

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“Ablakwa helping Ghana rediscover its Nkrumah days glory” – Manasseh Azure

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“Ablakwa helping Ghana rediscover its Nkrumah days glory” – Manasseh Azure

Manasseh Azure Awuni, an award-winning investigative journalist, has praised Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

According to Manasseh Azure Awuni, Ablakwa has proven that, without procurement and projects, a ministry can be visibly impactful.

He highlighted that Ghana’s Foreign Affairs Minister is helping the country rediscover its Nkrumah days glory as a leader of the continent and a torchbearer of the black race.

In a Facebook post, Manasseh Azure wrote, “Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa is proving that, without procurement and projects, a ministry can be visibly impactful. He’s helping Ghana rediscover its Nkrumah days glory as a leader of the continent and a torchbearer of the black race.

Becoming a minister of state after being the leading light in highlighting the rot of the previous administration, many on the touchline of opposition probably waited for Mr Ablakwa to flop so they could gloat. Today, some of those people may have changed their minds and are admiring quietly.

Nothing engenders patriotism more than knowing that your country will not abandon you when you get stranded.

I’m particularly proud of how the Israelis were swiftly denied entry into Ghana and returned home after they denied Ghanaians entry into Israel.

Long may this continue.

If such hard work and zeal are replicated in other ministries and sectors, the numerous Ghanaians sitting on the fence of ambivalence and despair would come forward and play their part as we mend our broken nation.

Kudos, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa!”.

Meanwhile, the March and March Movement, a South African group leading the campaign for the removal of foreign nationals from the country, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government of Ghana.

According to the March and March Movement leader Jancita Ngobese-Zuma, the Ghanaian government is engaging in PR to make South Africa look bad.

She stressed that the Ghanaian government is overreacting to the issue and attempting to portray South Africa as xenophobic.

In a press conference, the group disclosed that they have great respect for Ghana as a country, but believe it is dishonest for the government to claim that Ghanaian citizens were assaulted when, in their view, they were only engaging with an individual who had allegedly breached the immigration laws of the country.

The March and March Movement labelled the Ghanaian government as disappointing and largely dishonest.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the March and March Movement stated, “The Ghanaian government really overreacted; it is disappointing. We have a lot of respect for Ghana as a country, and the people of Ghana, we still do. But for them to react in the way that they did is largely dishonest. Because for them to claim their people were beaten up when they know they were not beaten up, even the Minister of Police echoed that it is absolutely ridiculous.

What we saw in that video is Victoria Africa. talking to someone who has broken the laws of the country, and coming legally and staying illegally. Instead of addressing that in a correct manner, they decided to do a whole PR exercise to paint South Africa as xenophobic”.

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Ghana gov’t engaging in PR to make South Africa look bad – SA group March and March Movement

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Ghana gov’t engaging in PR to make South Africa look bad – SA group March and March Movement

The March and March Movement, a South African group leading the campaign for the removal of foreign nationals from the country, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government of Ghana.

According to the March and March Movement leader Jancita Ngobese-Zuma, the Ghanaian government is engaging in PR to make South Africa look bad.

She stressed that the Ghanaian government is overreacting to the issue and attempting to portray South Africa as xenophobic.

In a press conference, the group disclosed that they have great respect for Ghana as a country, but believe it is dishonest for the government to claim that Ghanaian citizens were assaulted when, in their view, they were only engaging with an individual who had allegedly breached the immigration laws of the country.

The March and March Movement labelled the Ghanaian government as disappointing and largely dishonest.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the March and March Movement stated, “The Ghanaian government really overreacted; it is disappointing. We have a lot of respect for Ghana as a country, and the people of Ghana, we still do. But for them to react in the way that they did is largely dishonest. Because for them to claim their people were beaten up when they know they were not beaten up, even the Minister of Police echoed that it is absolutely ridiculous.

What we saw in that video is Victoria Africa. talking to someone who has broken the laws of the country, and coming legally and staying illegally. Instead of addressing that in a correct manner, they decided to do a whole PR exercise to paint South Africa as xenophobic”.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Quarshie, Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, has warned South Africans to stop the verbal attacks targeting Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama and Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

Ghana’s High Commissioner urged South Africans to exercise restraint and respect Ghana’s leaders.

He disclosed that the conduct of some South Africans was deeply troubling, especially coming from individuals who should know better.

Speaking in an interview with DW Africa, Benjamin Quarshie stated, “You hear people in South Africa, people that should know better, using very unprintable words on our President in Ghana and the foreign affairs minister”.

“Let me sound a word of caution, it is not that we are timid, not that we cannot have the same things that they are saying.”

“You can do whatever you want to do in South Africa, but we beg them, don’t bring our President into this,” he warned.

Benjamin Quarshie added, “It will get to a point that when the Ghanaian wants to use the same words, we will not be able to stop them. I heard people calling him names, unprintable names, but don’t bring it on any Ghanaian leader,” he stated.

“We are taught civically to respect authority, and that is exactly why we have kept quiet, and that’s exactly why we want to solve this thing diplomatically,” he added.

Also, Benjamin Quashie has announced that the first batch of Ghanaians being evacuated from South Africa will arrive in Accra on Wednesday, May 27.

Benjamin Quashie, disclosed that  Ghanaian authorities, in collaboration with South African officials, are carrying out screening and verification exercises to finalise the list

He detailed that the evacuation process will not end with the first flight, as arrangements have already been made for additional flights.

Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa further disclosed that the first aircraft has the capacity to carry about 300 passengers.

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Tema microlight aircraft crash caused by poor maintenance and repeated engine overheating – AIB Ghana reveals

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Tema microlight aircraft crash caused by poor maintenance and repeated engine overheating – AIB Ghana reveals

The Aircraft Accident and Incident Investigation and Prevention Bureau (AIB Ghana) has said the Tema microlight aircraft crash that claimed two lives was caused by poor maintenance and repeated engine overheating.

According to the AIB Ghana, the microlight aircraft had previously experienced engine overheating during short flights and landings in Ho, adding that the defects were not properly addressed before successive flights.

The Bureau also shockingly revealed that the pilot was pouring water on the engine in an attempt to cool it down, an action it labelled as “Inappropriate and unsafe”.

Also, the report disclosed that no flight permits had been issued for the aircraft’s movement, revealing that the Air Traffic Control (ATC) was unaware of its operations and history of mechanical faults.

Head of Investigation Captain Paul Fordjour, presenting the final report on Tuesday, May 26, disclosed that engine failure was the likely cause of the crash and the pilot’s actions as he was in persistent communication on the cell phone.

“Our findings indicate that engine failure was the probable cause of the accident, with pilot actions also contributing to the incident,” he stated.

“There was destruction due to persistent communication on the cell phone,” he added.

Following the Sky Arrow microlight aircraft crash on Monday, March 16, 2026, the victims were identified as the sons of a popular pastor.

The two victims of the microlight aircraft crash have been identified as two sons of the founder of Hebron Prayer Camp near Nsawam, Elder Frank Kwabena Donkor

One of the sons, a distinguished pilot and instructor, Captain Frank Donkor, and his younger brother,

Captain Frank Donkor is reported to have taken his brother on the ill-fated flight.

Captain Frank Donkor, who was piloting the aircraft at the time of the incident, is described as a seasoned airman who held both Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) and Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) ratings.

The Ghana Civil Aviation Authority, in a statement, said the aircraft with registration number 9GADV was flying to Accra from Ho.

The GCAA says investigations are underway and that further information will be provided in due course.

Microlights are typically much smaller aircraft, seating two people and mainly used for recreational purposes.

Also, Deputy Minister for Defence, Brogya Genfi, has clarified that the microlight aircraft, which crashed in Tema on Monday, does not belong to the Ghana Armed Forces.

In a Facebook post shared late Monday afternoon, Brogya Genfi stated, “We have received reports of a fatal crash involving a privately owned microlight aircraft at Tema Community 1 this afternoon,” the Deputy Minister wrote.

“We wish to clarify that the aircraft is not owned by the Ghana Armed Forces.”

“We pray for the souls of the departed and extend our deepest condolences to the bereaved families,” his post added.

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Mustapha Ussif, 2 others ordered to ‘cough up’ GHC579m following forensic audit into 13th African Games

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Mustapha Ussif, 2 others ordered to ‘cough up’ GHC579m following forensic audit into 13th African Games

Three top officials at the heart of Ghana’s organisation of the 13th Africa Games have been ordered by the Auditor-General to refund GHC579 million.

Reports suggest the forensic audit commissioned by President Mahama last year uncovered several widespread instances of cost inflation, irregular payments, and unsupported expenditure across contracts linked to the event.

The three officials include Mustapha Ussif (former Minister of Youth and Sports), William Kartey (former Chief Director)and Dr Kwaku Ofosu-Asare (former LOC Chairman).

Although the Auditor-General did not make any criminal findings, it recommended that the three officials refund the money to the state.

Also, the Director-General of the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation, Prof. Amin Alhassan, was named in relation to a training contract.

The auditors have recommended the recovery of an estimated GHC 579,114,352.24, alongside $44,354,881.77 and €629,070, quoting overpricing, unjustified payments, undelivered goods, and contractual variances.

According to the report, the findings cut across catering, accommodation, transport, equipment procurement, infrastructure, and administrative spending, painting a picture of systemic cost inflation during Ghana’s hosting of the continental multi-sport event.

See a breakdown of irregularities as cited by the Auditor-General as filed by Joy Sports.

“Catering irregularities – US$2.83 million and GHC 33.9 million

Auditors flagged $2,826,540 (GHC33,918,480) in non-feeding costs embedded within a catering contract, including transport, utilities, staffing, infrastructure, and administration—without supporting documentation or justification.

Anti-doping overpricing – €572,040 and GHC 8.01 million

A contract for anti-doping tests was found to be significantly above benchmark WADA laboratory rates, creating an overpricing gap of €572,040 (GHC 8,008,560).

Accommodation inflation – $840,000 and GHC10.08 million

Hotel rooms were reportedly charged at $150 per night, despite market rates ranging between $50 and $70, resulting in an inflated component of $840,000 (GHC10,080,000).

Sports equipment overpricing – $322,697 and GHC 3.87 million

Boxing, triathlon, hockey, and arm wrestling equipment contracts exceeded benchmark prices, with total variance estimated at $322,697.28 (GHC3,872,367.36).

Transport and logistics – over GHC30 million flagged in multiple layers

  • Vehicle-related contracts form one of the largest clusters of irregularities:
  • Branding and de-branding: GHC2,003,121.75
  • Vehicle hiring overpricing: GHC13,120,226.21
  • Over-invoicing adjustment: GHC2,201,514.00
  • Excess rental charges: GHC239,520.00
  • Together, these reflect a broader pattern of inflated logistics expenditure under JDK Travel & Tours contracts.

Undelivered and unaccounted equipment – $374,462 and GHC4.49 million

Auditors also flagged payments for sports equipment that were either not delivered or lacked specification, resulting in an overpayment of $374,462.39 (GHC4,493,548.68).

Unrelated LOC payments – GHC15.09 million

A further GHC15,093,666 was identified as unrelated to the Games, including payments routed to Black Stars technical staff and other non-Games activities.

Infrastructure defects – GHC12 million

Construction defects across key venues, including the Aquatic Centre and Legon Stadium, are estimated to require at least GHC12 million in rectification works.

Major EPC contract irregularities – $38.99 million and GHC467.89 million

The most significant anomaly relates to engineering and construction contracts for the Borteyman Sports Complex, University of Ghana Stadium, and Legon Sports Village.

Auditors flagged:

  • Unjustified variations
  • Inflated claims
  • Scope reductions and additions outside contract discipline

Total irregular claims in this category stand at $38,991,182.10 (GHC467,894,185.20).

Inflated works contracts – GHC5.40 million

Three single-source infrastructure contracts were found to be overpriced due to lack of proper price-reasonableness assessments.

The grand picture: a financial trail under scrutiny

When aggregated, the audit’s recovery recommendations point to the following totals:

  • GHC579,114,352.24
  • $44,354,881.77
  • € 629,070

These figures represent what auditors describe as unjustified expenditure, overpricing, undelivered goods, and contractual deviations across the entire Games delivery chain”.

It will be recalled that President John Mahama has directed the Auditor-General to conduct a forensic audit into the finances of the 13th African Games held in Accra in 2023.

This follows the submission of a report by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) on the organisation and management of the 13th All-Africa Games.

John Mahama’s directive forms part of efforts to promote accountability, transparency, and value for money in the use of public funds.

The Auditor-General is expected to scrutinise all financial and operational aspects of the Games.

The forensic audit was expected to cover procurement and contracting, financial management, project delivery, asset utilisation, and institutional oversight.

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Forensic audit of 13th African Games uncovers over $40m financial irregularities

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Forensic audit of 13th African Games uncovers over $40m financial irregularities

A forensic audit commissioned by President John Dramani Mahama in 2025 on Ghana’s organisation of the 13th African Games 2023 has revealed over $40 million in financial irregularities.

The forensic audit uncovered millions of dollars and cedis in questionable claims, inflated rates, omitted works and avoidable costs across several projects.

According to the audit report, facilities constructed and refurbished for the Games highlighted what it described as “opportunity costs”, irregular variations and inconsistencies in Bills of Quantities (BoQs), particularly at the Borteyman Sports Complex, University of Ghana Stadium, Games Village hostels, cricket facilities and access roads.

The report highlighted that the biggest red flag emerged from the Borteyman Sports Complex project.

Auditors estimated a net omission and “opportunity cost for scope shrinkage” of $34.43 million from the original contract value of $145.09 million.

The Audit Service said several major components originally captured in the contract were either omitted or rescoped, including,

“Warm-up football field – $3.213 million omitted

Multipurpose hall conversion into lecture halls – $3.06 million omitted

Single-lane access road – USD 11.22 million omitted

Double-lane access road – $11.22 million omitted

Drainage works – $3.366 million omitted

Electrical substation – $ 850,000 omitted

Concrete sidewalks and children’s playground – reduced by $2.014 million

Equipment installations, including CCTV, irrigation and security systems – reduced by $1.6 million, ” a Joy Sport report listed.

The Audit Service further estimated avoidable costs of more than $38.96 million and GH¢6.33 million across reviewed African Games infrastructure projects.

It will be recalled that President John Mahama has directed the Auditor-General to conduct a forensic audit into the finances of the 13th African Games held in Accra in 2023.

This follows the submission of a report by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) on the organisation and management of the 13th All-Africa Games.

John Mahama’s directive forms part of efforts to promote accountability, transparency, and value for money in the use of public funds.

The Auditor-General is expected to scrutinise all financial and operational aspects of the Games.

The forensic audit is expected to cover procurement and contracting, financial management, project delivery, asset utilisation, and institutional oversight.

Reports suggest the audit will also “examine the tendering and selection of contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance with the Public Procurement Act, the management of funds and expenditures, including sponsorships, as well as the timelines, costs, and value-for-money outcomes of facilities built for the Games.

Also, verify the ownership and current state of assets procured or constructed and review the coordination among agencies and committees involved in organising the event”.

On Tuesday (4 November), a statement from the Presidency stated, “government’s commitment to accountability, transparency, and the prudent use of public funds”.

“Specifically, the review will focus on:

Procurement and Contracting Processes: Examining tender procedures, selection of contractors and suppliers, and compliance with the Public Procurement Act (Act 663), as amended.

Financial Management and Expenditure Control: Reviewing funding sources, disbursements, expenditures, and sponsorship arrangements.

Infrastructure and Project Delivery: Assessing project timelines, cost variations, and value-for-money outcomes of works executed for the Games”.

The Auditor-General is to submit the audit report to the President by the second week of December 2025.

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BoG suspend proposed 0.75% MoMo wallet-to-bank transfer fee

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BoG suspend proposed 0.75% MoMo wallet-to-bank transfer fee

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced that they have directed Mobile Money Fintech Limited (MMFL) to suspend the implementation of its proposed 0.75% fee on direct wallet-to-bank transfers.

According to the BoG press release, the suspension is to allow further consultations.

In a press release issued on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the Bank of Ghana wrote, “The Bank of Ghana informs the public that Mobile Money Fintech Limited MMFL, has been directed to pause the implementation of its proposed 0.75 per cent fee on direct wallet-to-bank transfers. The fee was scheduled to take effect on 1 June 2026, but is now on hold to allow for further consultation.

This decision reflects our commitment to ensuring that any changes to charges in the mobile financial services ecosystem are introduced fairly, protect consumers, and support their financial well-being”.

BoG press release follows MTN Ghana, which earlier announced that Mobile Money wallets to bank accounts transfer will attract 0.75% fee per transaction.

According to MTN Ghana, the new charge on transfers from Mobile Money wallets to bank accounts takes effect on June 1, 2026.

The notice added that the charge will be capped at GH¢5 per transaction regardless of the amount transferred.

MTN Ghana stressed that the adjustment is aimed at helping improve its services to customers.

In a message sent to customers on Monday, May 25, MTN Ghana stated, “Y’ello Valued Customer, From 1 June 2026, transfers from your MoMo Wallet to bank accounts will attract a fee of 0.75% per transaction, capped at GHS 5. This will help us continue to serve you better. Thank you for choosing MoMo”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the development stated, “This is the response you get from the citizenry when you lie about everything to gain political power.. E-levy was always gonna come back haunting the current government with their public gimmicks about it. Now here we go with them indirectly charging it through the back door”.

“As for the E-Levy, it had always been a grand scheme to bring it back through the back door… crooks and criminals in suits were making money out of it. The financial system is a scam and has always been so”, a netizen added.

“Vampires!! These are just databases communicating with each other. No physical money actually moves, plus we pay for data!

A criminal society where almost every institution is trying to profit off the citizens because we are digitally inclined? @thebankofghana why? Rot in hell!”, an X user added.

One X user, “MTN, a company from South Africa with high internet charges making profits year upon year, is not satisfied with its exploitation of Ghanaians, its hunger and greed for  Ghanaians coins needs to be stopped, it’s time MTN is nationalised, we don’t want them in our country”.

“Essentially, E-Levy is back in a different form. Why should I be charged for transferring money from my MoMo account to my own bank account? I hope it’s not true”, a netizen added.

“But why are people shouting. I don’t use mtn, i use Telecel, and from Telecel cash to banks is 1%, and the cap is 10cedis currently…so why are people complaining about 0.75% and a 50cedis cap??”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “@samgeorgegh, what are you doing about this? This network has been taking money from the poor for more than years, and what are we doing about this? We can’t even have unlimited wifi for 350 a month, which 35 people can use for every month. Sit up, please”.

A netizen added, “Banks like GCB are already charging their customers 1% capped at 20ghc. Meaning GCB customers will now pay 25ghc on transactions (max threshold)”.

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“Shatta Wale and Fella murderers” – Lady alleges in viral video

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“Shatta Wale and Fella murderers” – Lady alleges in viral video

A lady in a viral video has made serious allegations against Ghanaian dancehall king, Charles Nii Armah Mensah, commonly known as Shatta Wale and Fella Makafui.

According to the lady in the viral video, Shatta Wale shot his father and is now happy about it.

She further accused Fella Makafui and Shatta Wale of being murderers.

Speaking in a viral video, the young lady alleged, saying, “Shatta Wale, after shooting my father, you are happy, Shatta Wale, you shot my father, and now you’re happy about it, you and Fella. Fella, you are a murderer, a fucking murderer.

Both you and Shatta Wale, after killing him, you are enjoying your wealth. God will punish some of you, musicians”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the lady’s allegations stated, “If a mentally ill person deh talk you no dey see??

She takes drugs wey start dey worry am”.

One X user added, “So what at all do these people take in before doing videos like this?”.

A netizen added, “ We have to take mental health seriously in this country”.

“@shattawalegh @fellamakafui_pls sue this lady”, one X user demanded.

In other news, Shatta Wale has issued a stern warning to the Ghana Police Service following the arrest of Webkid.

According to Shatta Wale, he and his fans would not hesitate to stage a protest on the streets of Accra if Webkid is not released.

Shatta Wale further stated that it was time for him and the Shatta Movement to demonstrate to certain individuals what discipline is.

Reports suggest Webkid, a staunch fan of Shatta Wale, was arrested by the Ghana Police Service over allegations of cyberbullying.

The information suggests Webkid is currently being held at the Osu Police Station.

In a post shared on X on May 8, 2026, Shatta Wale boldly stated, “If dem no release Webkid we go enter street erh? 💪🩸.

Shatta movement Disciples wait for my signal …. It’s about time we show certain ppl what discipline is 💪⚡️🩸”.

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4,500 jobs were lost following the revocation of GN Bank licence – Groupe Nduom President

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4,500 jobs were lost following the revocation of GN Bank licence – Groupe Nduom President

Dr Nana Kweku Nduom, the Groupe Nduom President, has disclosed that about 4,500 people lost their jobs due to GN Bank’s licence revocation.

The Groupe Nduom President disclosed that the GN Savings licence revocation led to a loss of 4,500 direct and indirect jobs.

Speaking on Point of View on Channel One TV on Monday, May 25, the Groupe Nduom President disclosed, “Direct and indirect job losses are about 4,500. And it wasn’t even the job losses because we banked with the bank, but other companies banked with us, and so when the licence was revoked, their deposits were also locked up.

“When most of the individuals got their deposits, a lot of our companies didn’t, so we had to go through a long process. Some of the companies got their funds, others didn’t,” he said.

In related news, Dr Paa Kwesi Ndoum, the founder of GN Bank, has disclosed that the first branch of the Bank will be reopened in Elmina.

The GN Bank founder disclosed that, step by step, they will get other branches reopened with renewed confidence and excellence.

Speaking at an event, Dr Paa Kwesi Ndoum disclosed, “The first branch we will reopen will be in Elmina, and then from here on, step by step, we will get those branches open over a period of time, but working with renewed confidence, renew excellence so that we can be better than we were before”.

Papa Kwesi Nduom, the Founder of GN Savings and Loans, has said the past seven years have been ‘difficult, very, very difficult’.

He further expressed gratitude to God for sustaining him and his team.

 According to Papa Kwesi Nduom, Ghana is now in a very good political environment, adding that with the wind of restoration of their license, they are ready to play their role for Ghana to achieve the prosperity it needs.

Speaking to the media following the Court of Appeal has, by a unanimous decision, restored the licence of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited, Papa Kwesi Nduom stated, “It’s been a difficult, very, very difficult seven years. We want to thank the family. We want to thank all of our employees. We’ve had some very loyal, hardworking employees who have stood with us all these years”.

“And definitely, we give thanks to the Almighty for keeping us healthy enough to be where we are because this has been a very, very tough, very difficult time that we have gone through. It’s just unimaginable,” he added.

“We are in a very good political environment, and that environment has brought about a wind of change. We are expecting that with the licence restored, we will now play our part in making sure that this country achieves the level of prosperity that is needed,” he stated.

He further disclosed that GN Savings and Loans would, at the appropriate time, hold a press conference to brief Ghanaians”.

Meanwhile, Toma Imirhe, a Financial analyst, has cast doubt on the ability of GN Savings and Loans Company Limited, formerly known as GN Bank, to succeed despite the restoration of its operating licence.

According to the Financial Analyst, GN Savings and Loans Company Limited’s bigger challenge lies in rebuilding the institution from the ground up and regaining the trust of the public.

Toma Imirhe cited Unicredit and other financial institutions that have gone through similar situations with their licences reinstated, but often struggle.

The Financial Analyst quizzed whether the GN Savings and Loans Company Limited would be able to attract depositors after the experiences many customers faced during the clean-up exercise in 2019.

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“My father gave me a shop at Adum” – Business mogul Daniel Ofori reveals how he grew his business empire

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“My father gave me a shop at Adum” – Business mogul Daniel Ofori reveals how he grew his business empire

Daniel Ofori, a Ghanaian Business mogul and philanthropist, has narrated how he established his business empire from his early beginnings.

The Ghanaian Business mogul revealed his father gave him a shop at Adum, which he expanded to become larger with the establishment of White Chapel.

According to him, some of the actions he took did not go hand in hand with Christian Values.

Daniel Ofori disclosed that he used to undervalue the price of his imported goods at the port in order to pay less import duty on them.

Speaking to the congregation of the Grace Baptist Church at Amakom, in Ashanti Region, in a viral video shared by Ghana Chronicles on X, Daniel Ofori narrated, “My father got stores, and he gave me some at Adom. I started using them for my business and later started travelling abroad to import goods. This is how White Chapel came about. With time, the business expanded, and I moved to Accra.

“It got to a point where I was travelling abroad to bring goods into the country because of God’s grace. You import goods, and if you tell the truth at the port, they are going to charge you a duty that would make you run at a loss. So, when you get there, you have to tell lies… So, if the goods you brought are worth 5000, you tell them it is 1000, so that after they charge the duty, you still have something to eat,” he added.

He, however, added that practice made him uncomfortable and eventually stopped undervaluing his goods at the port.

“One day I came to church, and what was preached was that God is a spirit, so those who want to worship Him should do so in spirit and in truth. Meanwhile, the work we were doing was full of lies… You keep lying, and even when something is green, you say it is red,” he added.

Some Ghanaians reacting to Daniel Ofori’s revelations stated, “Met some people who wanted to export gold legally, and the system nearly butchered them. Once bitten, twice shy

Shaa… the system is brutal to honest people

It basically forces folks into exploitative means just to survive”.

A netizen added, “This is a normal thing in the business community. He just dey loud am

Over 90% of business men dey chest the system. Our tax system is so crazy that u can pay the normal tax. Your business will collapse”.

One X user added, “Is it not criminality he is admitting to? How do you give this as motivational advice? telling others it’s okay to bend the law a bit to succeed?”.

A netizen also argued, “hmmm.. a very complex situation. he is telling the truth, but in another country, too, they would have started investigating him for all his past businesses”.

A netizen noted, “This transparency sparks an important conversation on corporate ethics, regulatory compliance, and the ongoing need for modernised, airtight customs systems to ensure fair trade”.

An X user added, “A developing country shouldn’t have this brutal system, which might force people to exploit it”.

In related news, Daniel Ofori was one of the people whose petition led to President John Mahama removing former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo following a prima facie being established against her.

Also, Daniel Ofori, some weeks ago, won a court case against Ecobank Ghana at the Supreme Court. 

The Supreme Court of Ghana on Wednesday, 6 May 2025, dismissed an application filed by Ecobank Ghana seeking to set aside an entry of judgment stemming from an earlier ruling in favour of Daniel Ofori.

According to the Supreme Court, Daniel Ofori is entitled to monthly compounded interest at an agreed rate of 30 per cent, running from 2 June 2008, the date of the investment, to 25 July 2018.

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Watch Ghanaians gather with their belongings as they prepare to depart South Africa amid xenophobic attacks

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Watch Ghanaians gather with their belongings as they prepare to depart South Africa amid xenophobic attacks

A video has surfaced on X showing Ghanaians gathered with their belongings as they prepare to depart South Africa amid the xenophobic attacks.

The viral video shared on X showed Ghanaians gathered with their belongings at the High Commission in Pretoria as the first group of around 300 Ghanaians is scheduled to depart South Africa on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

Also, Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, Benjamin Quashie has announced that the first batch of Ghanaians being evacuated from South Africa will arrive in Accra on Wednesday, May 27.

Benjamin Quashie, disclosed that  Ghanaian authorities, in collaboration with South African officials, are carrying out screening and verification exercises to finalise the list.

He detailed that the evacuation process will not end with the first flight, as arrangements have already been made for additional flights.

Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa further disclosed that the first aircraft has the capacity to carry about 300 passengers.

Speaking in an interview with DW Africa on Sunday, May 24, the Ghana High Commissioner to South Africa stated, “We are screening them, and once we are done, we will let them know the number of people who will be going to Ghana, and we are expecting to have between 200 and 300 people here today, and Home Affairs will set up at 10 am today for them to be able to leave on Wednesday at 6 am to Ghana.”

“The first group has an aircraft that will take 300, and after some few days, we will take another 300, and then there will be a third flight with another 300 to ensure that we get everyone home.”

Meanwhile, the March and March Movement, a South African group leading the campaign for the removal of foreign nationals from the country, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government of Ghana.

According to the March and March Movement, the Ghanaian government is overreacting to the issue and attempting to portray South Africa as xenophobic.

In a press conference, the group disclosed that they have great respect for Ghana as a country, but believe it is dishonest for the government to claim that Ghanaian citizens were assaulted when, in their view, they were only engaging with an individual who had allegedly breached the immigration laws of the country.

The March and March Movement labelled the Ghanaian government as disappointing and largely dishonest.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the March and March Movement stated, “The Ghanaian government really overreacted; it is disappointing. We have a lot of respect for Ghana as a country, and the people of Ghana, we still do. But for them to react in the way that they did is largely dishonest. Because for them to claim their people were beaten up when they know they were not beaten up, even the Minister of Police echoed that it is absolutely ridiculous.

What we saw in that video is Victoria Africa. talking to someone who has broken the laws of the country, and coming legally and staying illegally. Instead of addressing that in a correct manner, they decided to do a whole PR exercise to paint South Africa as xenophobic”.

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“I undervalued goods to beat customs” – Business tycoon Daniel Ofori reveals how he ‘cheated’ to become rich

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“I undervalued goods to beat customs” – Business tycoon Daniel Ofori reveals how he ‘cheated’ to become rich

Daniel Ofori, a Ghanaian business tycoon and philanthropist, has narrated how he cheated the system to grow his business empire.

According to the Ghanaian Business tycoon, some of the actions he took did not go hand in hand with Christian Values.

 Daniel Ofori disclosed that he used to undervalue the price of his imported goods at the port in order to pay less import duties on them.

Speaking to the congregation of the Grace Baptist Church at Amakom, in Ashanti Region, in a viral video shared by Ghana Chronicles on X, Daniel Ofori narrated, “My father got stores, and he gave me some at Adom. I started using them for my business and later started travelling abroad to import goods. This is how White Chapel came about. With time, the business expanded, and I moved to Accra.

“It got to a point where I was travelling abroad to bring goods into the country because of God’s grace. You import goods, and if you tell the truth at the port, they are going to charge you a duty that would make you run at a loss. So, when you get there, you have to tell lies… So, if the goods you brought are worth 5000, you tell them it is 1000, so that after they charge the duty, you still have something to eat,” he added.

He, however, added that practice made him uncomfortable and eventually stopped undervaluing his goods at the port.

“One day I came to church, and what was preached was that God is a spirit, so those who want to worship Him should do so in spirit and in truth. Meanwhile, the work we were doing was full of lies… You keep lying, and even when something is green, you say it is red,” he added.

Some Ghanaians reacting to Daniel Ofori’s revelations stated, “Met some people who wanted to export gold legally, and the system nearly butchered them. Once bitten, twice shy

Shaa… the system is brutal to honest people

It basically forces folks into exploitative means just to survive”.

A netizen added, “This is a normal thing in the business community. He just dey loud am

Over 90% of business men dey chest the system. Our tax system is so crazy that u can pay the normal tax. Your business will collapse”.

One X user added, “Is it not criminality he is admitting to? How do you give this as motivational advice? telling others it’s okay to bend the law a bit to succeed?”.

A netizen also argued, “hmmm.. a very complex situation. he is telling the truth, but in another country, too, they would have started investigating him for all his past businesses”.

A netizen noted, “This transparency sparks an important conversation on corporate ethics, regulatory compliance, and the ongoing need for modernised, airtight customs systems to ensure fair trade”.

An X user added, “A developing country shouldn’t have this brutal system, which might force people to exploit it”.

In related news, Daniel Ofori was one of the people whose petition led to President John Mahama removing former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo following a prima facie being established against her.

Also, Daniel Ofori, some weeks ago, won a court case against Ecobank Ghana at the Supreme Court. 

The Supreme Court of Ghana on Wednesday, 6 May 2025, dismissed an application filed by Ecobank Ghana seeking to set aside an entry of judgment stemming from an earlier ruling in favour of Daniel Ofori.

According to the Supreme Court, Daniel Ofori is entitled to monthly compounded interest at an agreed rate of 30 per cent, running from 2 June 2008, the date of the investment, to 25 July 2018.

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“A wound in Christian memory” – Pope Leo apologises for the Catholic Church’s ‌role in slavery

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“A wound in Christian memory” – Pope Leo apologises for the Catholic Church’s ‌role in slavery

The leader of the Catholic Church, Pope Leo XIV, has apologised for the Church’s historical role in slavery.

According to reports, Pope Leo XIV made this historic apology on Monday for the Holy See’s role in legitimising slavery and for having failed to condemn it for centuries.

The Pope described slavery as “a wound in Christian memory” and issued an apology on behalf of the Church for its complicity in the transatlantic slave trade.

“Although Past popes have apologised for Christians’ involvement in the trans-Atlantic slave trade, no pope has ever publicly acknowledged, much less apologised for, the role that past popes played in giving European sovereigns explicit authority to subjugate and enslave ‘infidels’”, an AP report stated.

“It is impossible not to feel deep sorrow when contemplating the immense suffering and humiliation endured by so many in stark contrast to their immeasurable dignity as persons infinitely loved by the Lord,” Leo wrote. “For this, in the name of the church, I sincerely ask for pardon.”

Pope Leo XIV also stressed the need for “restorative justice,” arguing that historical injustices such as colonialism, racial discrimination and exploitation continued to affect many communities even till today.

According to the Pope,  justice should not only punish wrongdoing but also seek to “mend broken bonds” and address the lasting effects of past abuses.

In his encyclical, he argued that “restorative justice could include restoring dignity and voice to affected communities, healing collective memory and providing support to people who continued to bear the consequences of historical exploitation”, reports stated.

In related news, Kwesi Pratt Jnr, a renowned Ghanaian broadcaster and Pan-Africanist, has said the Catholic Church and Barclays Bank institutions were built on the Transatlantic Slave Trade.

According to the Veteran Journalist, Africans are entitled to part of the wealth of institutions like Barclays Bank and the Catholic Church, due to the historical context of how such wealth was generated.

Kwesi Pratt highlighted that the money that established Barclays Bank is slave trading money, and the wealth of the Catholic Church also came from Africans.

Speaking during an interview with Kafui Dey, Kwesi Pratt explained, “If you look at the World today, the richest institutions are the most resourceful institutions. Ask how they came to accumulate that wealth, and it came through exploitation, the transatlantic slave trade.

You take an institution like the Catholic Church. Where does its wealth come from? The wealth of the Catholic Church comes from the fact that it was a partner to Portugal in the adventurism that eventually led to the transatlantic slave trade.

“Indeed, the justification for slavery and colonialism was provided in the papal bull of 1452, signed by the Pope, authorising King Alfonso of Portugal to go around the world ‘civilising’ people. That is where the justification comes from. This led to the establishment of institutions that denigrated our science, destroyed our science, and devalued our spirituality. There are many things we need to research,” he said.

Kwesi Pratt further added, “Fast forward, this big bank, Barclays Bank. When you hear of Barclays Bank, it was established by the Barclays brothers, who were slave traders. The money that established Barclays Bank came from the slave trade. Are we not entitled to it? We are entitled to it. The Catholic Church is one of the biggest and richest spiritual institutions in the world. Where did that wealth come from?

“We are entitled to that wealth. Just imagine that 12.6 million Africans ended up on plantations as beasts of burden and worked for hundreds of years without pay. Compute that,” he added.

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“Vampires!!” – Netizens react to MTN’s announcement of new MoMo to bank transfer charges  

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“Vampires!!” – Netizens react to MTN’s announcement of new MoMo to bank transfer charges  

Ghanaian on social media X have been reacting to MTN Ghana’s announcement that Mobile Money (MoMo) wallet-to-bank account transfer will attract 0.75% fee per transaction.

According to MTN Ghana, the new charge on transfers from Mobile Money wallets to bank accounts takes effect on June 1, 2026.

The notice added that the charge will be capped at GH¢5 per transaction regardless of the amount transferred.

MTN Ghana stressed that the adjustment is aimed at helping improve its services to customers.

In a message sent to customers on Monday, May 25, MTN Ghana stated, “Y’ello Valued Customer, From 1 June 2026, transfers from your MoMo Wallet to bank accounts will attract a fee of 0.75% per transaction, capped at GHS 5. This will help us continue to serve you better. Thank you for choosing MoMo”.

Reacting to the development, a netizen labelled the Bank of Ghana (BoG) as ‘Vampires’.

He argued, saying, “Vampires!! These are just databases communicating with each other. No physical money actually moves, plus we pay for data!

A criminal society where almost every institution is trying to profit off the citizens because we are digitally inclined? @thebankofghana why? Rot in hell!”

Some more Ghanaians reacting to the development stated, “This is the response you get from the citizenry when you lie about everything to gain political power.. E-levy was always gonna come back haunting the current government with their public gimmicks about it. Now here we go with them indirectly charging it through the back door”.

“As for the E-Levy, it had always been a grand scheme to bring it back through the back door… crooks and criminals in suits were making money out of it. The financial system is a scam and has always been so”, a netizen added.

One X user, “MTN, a company from South Africa with high internet charges making profits year upon year, is not satisfied with its exploitation of Ghanaians, its hunger and greed for  Ghanaians coins needs to be stopped, it’s time MTN is nationalised, we don’t want them in our country”.

“Essentially, E-Levy is back in a different form. Why should I be charged for transferring money from my MoMo account to my own bank account? I hope it’s not true”, a netizen added.

“But why are people shouting. I don’t use mtn, i use Telecel, and from Telecel cash to banks is 1%, and the cap is 10cedis currently…so why are people complaining about 0.75% and a 50cedis cap??”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “@samgeorgegh, what are you doing about this? This network has been taking money from the poor for more than years, and what are we doing about this? We can’t even have unlimited wifi for 350 a month, which 35 people can use for every month. Sit up, please”.

A netizen added, “Banks like GCB are already charging their customers 1% capped at 20ghc. Meaning GCB customers will now pay 25ghc on transactions (max threshold)”.

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Ghana gov’t overreacting and dishonest – South African group leading campaign for the removal of foreigners

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Ghana gov’t overreacting and dishonest – South African group leading campaign for the removal of foreigners

The March and March Movement, a South African group leading the campaign for the removal of foreign nationals from the country, has expressed dissatisfaction with the government of Ghana.

According to the March and March Movement, the Ghanaian government is overreacting to the issue and attempting to portray South Africa as xenophobic.

In a press conference, the group disclosed that they have great respect for Ghana as a country, but believe it is dishonest for the government to claim that Ghanaian citizens were assaulted when, in their view, they were only engaging with an individual who had allegedly breached the immigration laws of the country.

The March and March Movement labelled the Ghanaian government as disappointing and largely dishonest.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the March and March Movement stated, “The Ghanaian government really overreacted; it is disappointing. We have a lot of respect for Ghana as a country, and the people of Ghana, we still do. But for them to react in the way that they did is largely dishonest. Because for them to claim their people were beaten up when they know they were not beaten up, even the Minister of Police echoed that it is absolutely ridiculous.

What we saw in that video is Victoria Africa. talking to someone who has broken the laws of the country, and coming legally and staying illegally. Instead of addressing that in a correct manner, they decided to do a whole PR exercise to paint South Africa as xenophobic”.

Meanwhile, Benjamin Quarshie, Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa, has warned South Africans to stop the verbal attacks targeting Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama and Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

Ghana’s High Commissioner urged South Africans to exercise restraint and respect Ghana’s leaders.

He disclosed that the conduct of some South Africans was deeply troubling, especially coming from individuals who should know better.

Speaking in an interview with DW Africa, Benjamin Quarshie stated, “You hear people in South Africa, people that should know better, using very unprintable words on our President in Ghana and the foreign affairs minister”.

“Let me sound a word of caution, it is not that we are timid, not that we cannot have the same things that they are saying.”

“You can do whatever you want to do in South Africa, but we beg them, don’t bring our President into this,” he warned.

Benjamin Quarshie added, “It will get to a point that when the Ghanaian wants to use the same words, we will not be able to stop them. I heard people calling him names, unprintable names, but don’t bring it on any Ghanaian leader,” he stated.

“We are taught civically to respect authority, and that is exactly why we have kept quiet, and that’s exactly why we want to solve this thing diplomatically,” he added.

Also, Benjamin Quashie has announced that the first batch of Ghanaians being evacuated from South Africa will arrive in Accra on Wednesday, May 27.

Benjamin Quashie, disclosed that  Ghanaian authorities, in collaboration with South African officials, are carrying out screening and verification exercises to finalise the list

He detailed that the evacuation process will not end with the first flight, as arrangements have already been made for additional flights.

Ghana’s High Commissioner to South Africa further disclosed that the first aircraft has the capacity to carry about 300 passengers.

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Joana Quaye rejects RNAQ GH¢2m fresh divorce alimony settlement, demands GH¢40m and more 

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Joana Quaye rejects RNAQ GH¢2m fresh divorce alimony settlement, demands GH¢40m and more 

Joana Quaye, the ex-wife of Ghanaian business mogul Richard Nii Armah Quaye (RNAQ), has rejected fresh settlement negotiations between the two parties.

Reports suggest that Ghanaian businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye (RNAQ) reportedly made a fresh settlement offer to his ex-wife, Joana Quaye.

The information gathered suggests that on May 7, 2026, Richard Nii Armah Quaye increased the divorce alimony ordered by the High Court from an initial GH¢300,000 court payment to GH¢2 million.

In the said document, written to lawyers of Joana Quaye, proposed completing renovations on their shared house for her full ownership and also added a three-bedroom house at Dansoman, citing the proximity to his children’s schools.

RNAQ also proposed replacing the court-assigned vehicles with brand-new ones, including a Mercedes-Benz E-Class and another car of her choice.

“With regard to the residential property settlement situated at Dansoman, our client proposes that instead of the distribution as ordered by the court, our client shall purchase a three-bedroom self-compound gated residential property within the Dansoman area, which shall be transferred to your client.

“In addition to the two Jaguar vehicles which the court ordered to be transferred to your client, our client shall also purchase and transfer to your client a Mercedes-Benz E-Class saloon vehicle in good condition,” portions of the document stated.

However, Joana’s legal team raised concerns over ongoing appeals, disputes surrounding the alleged transfer of her shares in Quick Credit and Investment Micro-Credit Limited, now reportedly renamed Bills Micro Credit.

“We note that your letter was completely silent on 1(a) and (b) above and focused on (c). We hereby indicate that a meaningful amicable resolution of the dispute between the parties must be comprehensive and ought to take account of 1(a) and (b),” portions of the response stated.

However, Joana Quaye rejected the GH¢2 million offer made by RNAQ but indicated her willingness to settle under revised terms.

According to the response, Joana is demanding GH¢40 million as a financial provision, among other things.

Joana Quaye is now demanding:

“i. Payment of the sum of Forty Million Ghana Cedis only (GH¢40,000,000.00) as financial provision.

Forgery, Shares, Directorship: Explosive details from RNAQ’s testimony in court

ii. Two five-bedroom residential properties located in prime areas in Accra, preferably East Legon, Cantonments, or Tse Addo.

iii. Two new vehicles — one being an SUV or four-wheel-drive vehicle and the other a saloon car. Our client has no objection to being given a Mercedes-Benz E-Class saloon car, provided it is brand new.

iv. Our client hereby proposes the payment of a sum of Thirty Thousand Ghana Cedis (GH¢30,000) for all three children, being GH¢10,000 per child. This amount is reasonable to cater for the many unplanned and unexpected expenses associated with raising a child in the circumstances of the current Ghanaian economy,” the document added.

Meanwhile, Mrs. Joana Quaye, the ex-wife of Ghanaian businessman and self-acclaimed billionaire Richard Nii Armah Quaye (RNAQ), has filed an application for injunction at the Divorce and Matrimonial Division of the High Court in Accra seeking to restrain him from selling, transferring, disposing of or in any way alienating shares in a long list of companies, luxury vehicles, and expensive properties until an appeal over their divorce settlement is finally determined.

Also, Amanda Clinton, a Ghanaian lawyer, Head of Chambers at Clinton Consultancy, has said the high-profile divorce battle between businessman Richard Nii Armah Quaye (RNAQ) and his ex-wife, Joana Coffie, is no longer a mere celebrity divorce story.

According to Amanda Clinton, the case has attracted significant public interest because it has parallels to the realities of many Ghanaian marriages.

She explained that the Ghanaian courts have increasingly moved away from a blanket 50/50 split of marital assets.

Amanda Clinton asserted that the RNAQ divorce case is now forcing Ghana’s legal system to confront deeper questions about marriage, wealth, and property distribution.

Speaking during an appearance on Good Evening Ghana, hosted by Paul Adom-Otchere, Amanda Clinton stated, “This case is no longer merely a celebrity divorce story. It has evolved into one of the most important modern conversations about matrimonial property, corporate ownership, and equitable contribution under Ghanaian law”.

“Many women see themselves in this story, long marriages, sacrifice, supporting a spouse during the building years, and then questioning whether the law truly recognises invisible contributions,” she noted.

She added, “The courts now increasingly ask: Was there a substantial contribution? Was there participation? Was there reliance? Was there a sacrifice? Would strict legal ownership create injustice?”

“Marriage alone may not be enough. But equally, legal title alone is not decisive either. Equity looks beyond whose name is on the document. Equity asks who helped build the reality behind the document.”

Amanda Clinton further commented on the controversy surrounding the High Court’s award of GH¢300,000 and the GH¢5,000 monthly child maintenance.

She noted, “That is one of the realities of litigation. Court outcomes are uncertain. Sometimes parties reject settlements expecting significantly higher awards, and the final judicial outcome may differ sharply from expectations”.

 “Many legal analysts would argue that attractiveness should not be a determining legal standard for assessing compensation in matrimonial property distribution.”

She stressed that the stronger legal focus should be on “contribution, economic partnership, sacrifice, beneficial interest, and fairness.”

“If the appellate courts place substantial weight on founder evidence, alleged seed capital, long marriage, indirect contribution, and business partnership realities, then this case could become a landmark precedent in Ghanaian matrimonial jurisprudence,” she added.

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MoMo to bank transfers to attract 0.75% fee per transaction, effective June 1

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MoMo to bank transfers to attract 0.75% fee per transaction, effective June 1

MTN Ghana has announced that Mobile Money (MoMo) wallets to bank accounts transfer will attract 0.75% fee per transaction.

According to MTN Ghana, the new charge on transfers from Mobile Money wallets to bank accounts takes effect on June 1, 2026.

The notice added that the charge will be capped at GH¢5 per transaction regardless of the amount transferred.

MTN Ghana stressed that the adjustment is aimed at helping improve its services to customers.

In a message sent to customers on Monday, May 25, MTN Ghana stated, “Y’ello Valued Customer, From 1 June 2026, transfers from your MoMo Wallet to bank accounts will attract a fee of 0.75% per transaction, capped at GHS 5. This will help us continue to serve you better. Thank you for choosing MoMo”.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the development stated, “This is the response you get from the citizenry when you lie about everything to gain political power.. E-levy was always gonna come back haunting the current government with their public gimmicks about it. Now here we go with them indirectly charging it through the back door”.

“As for the E-Levy, it had always been a grand scheme to bring it back through the back door… crooks and criminals in suits were making money out of it. The financial system is a scam and has always been so”, a netizen added.

“Vampires!! These are just databases communicating with each other. No physical money actually moves, plus we pay for data!

A criminal society where almost every institution is trying to profit off the citizens because we are digitally inclined? @thebankofghana why? Rot in hell!”, an X user added.

One X user, “MTN, a company from South Africa with high internet charges making profits year upon year, is not satisfied with its exploitation of Ghanaians, its hunger and greed for  Ghanaians coins needs to be stopped, it’s time MTN is nationalised, we don’t want them in our country”.

“Essentially, E-Levy is back in a different form. Why should I be charged for transferring money from my MoMo account to my own bank account? I hope it’s not true”, a netizen added.

“But why are people shouting. I don’t use mtn, i use Telecel, and from Telecel cash to banks is 1%, and the cap is 10cedis currently…so why are people complaining about 0.75% and a 50cedis cap??”, a netizen added.

One X user added, “@samgeorgegh, what are you doing about this? This network has been taking money from the poor for more than years, and what are we doing about this? We can’t even have unlimited wifi for 350 a month, which 35 people can use for every month. Sit up, please”.

A netizen added, “Banks like GCB are already charging their customers 1% capped at 20ghc. Meaning GCB customers will now pay 25ghc on transactions (max threshold)”.

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Ibrahim Mahama building an airport for his gold, not for Damang – Young man alleges 

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Ibrahim Mahama building an airport for his gold, not for Damang – Young man alleges 

A young man has alleged that Ibrahim Mahama’s  Engineers and Planners’ E&P are only building an airport to transport his gold, not for the people Damang.

 According to the young man, Ibrahim Mahama is only deceiving Ghanaians over claims he is building an airport for the people of Damang.

Speaking in a viral video shared on X, the young man stated, “He is building an airport for his work, not the town; they are going to use the Airport to carry their gold away. He is not building because of the people. Those of you who do not know, go to Obuasi and ask.

The Obuasi Airport, why is it that when I was coming to Dubai, I did not pick a flight from there? It is just for the mining. He is just deceiving Ghanaians.

The Gold is not normally transported in a car, so you have to build an airport for that business. Before, in Obuasi, there was no airport, but through mining, there is an airport”.

 Meanwhile, Bright Simons, the Vice President of Policy Think Tank IMANI Africa, has called out Ibrahim Mahama’s Engineers and Planners (E&P).

The Vice President of IMANI Africa question why Ibrahim Mahama’s E&P are selling gold from a mine when their lease has yet to be ratified by Parliament.

He disclosed that E&P has no business selling the gold to the State, as the Damang concession rightfully belongs to the State.

Bright Simons highlighted that the laws of Ghana are clear until Parliament ratifies a lease, the gold in any concession belongs to the State, and no other company.

According to Bright Simons, the stockpiles left by Gold Fields belong to the State, but Ibrahim Mahama’s E&P is acting as if they are doing Ghana a favour.

Part of Bright Simons’ post stated, “Why are they selling gold from a mine when their lease has yet to be ratified by Parliament? The law is clear. UNTIL Parliament ratifies a lease, the gold in any concession belongs to the State, and no other company. E&P has no right to be selling the gold. Even if these are stockpiles left by Gold Fields, they belong to the State. And then they make it look like they are doing Ghana a favour.

Without discipline, national champions become national problem children. The way to build national champions is to create conditions that toughen them up for competition even as you support their growth. It is not by bottle-feeding them. Hope someone listens”.

His comments come from the back of reports which suggested that E&P has sold off 100% proceed from the Damang Gold Mine to Goldbod.

In related news, President John Dramani Mahama has been dragged to the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) over the takeover of the Damang mine by his brother, business mogul Ibrahim Mahama.

According to the lawplatform.com,  a private citizen, Emmanuel Senyo Amekplenu, petitioned CHRAJ on the 20th day of May, 2026.

In his petition, he argued that there is a conflict of interest over the decision for Ibrahim Mahama to take over the Damang mine, invoking the investigative powers of the Ombudsman under Article 218(a) of the 1992 Constitution of the Republic of Ghana.

He cited Ibrahim Mahama’s alleged funding of the health trip of the Vice President, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku Agyeman, and President Mahama’s use of his private jet by the President raises serious issues of conflict of interest, which could have influenced the Damang mine takeover decision.

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EPA bans Styrofoam ‘takeaway packs’ effective January 1, 2027

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EPA bans Styrofoam ‘takeaway packs’ effective January 1, 2027

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced the ban on all polystyrene foam products, popularly known as “Styrofoam” or “Takeaway Packs,” in Ghana, effective 1st January 2027.

According to the EPA, the ban covers all forms of expanded polystyrene foam products used for human and commercial activities.

Which includes “food packaging containers and takeaway packs, disposable cups and plates, foam packs used by restaurants, chop bars and food vendors, ceiling and insulation materials, foam mattresses and bedding materials, and packaging and cushioning materials”.

The EPA, however, exclude EPS products specifically intended for medical, scientific, laboratory, and diagnostic purposes, subject to applicable regulations.

In a statement issued on May 25, 2026, the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) wrote, “On 5th June 2025, during the World Environment Day celebration, H.E. President John Dramani Mahama announced the Government’s policy to ban the importation, production, and use of polystyrene (styrofoam) products in Ghana as a critical measure to combat plastic pollution and safeguard the environment.

Pursuant to this policy announcement, the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA), wishes to inform the general public, manufacturers, importers, distributors, retailers, food vendors, hospitality operators, institutions, and all relevant stakcholders that the ban on production, importation, distribution, sale, and use of polystyrene foam products, popularly known as “Styrofoam” or “Takeaway Packs,” in Ghana shall become effective 1st January 2027.

The ban shall apply to all forms of expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam products used for human activities and commercial purposes, including, but not limited to:

a. Food packaging containers and takeaway packs

b. Disposable cups and plates e. Foam packs used by restaurants, chop bars, and food vendors

d. Ceiling and insulation materials made from polystyrene foam e. Foam mattresses and bedding materials

f. Packaging and cushioning materials

g. Any other form of polystyrene foam product intended for human use or consumption- related activities

Note: The prohibition shall, however, exclude EPS products specifically intended for medical, scientific, laboratory, and diagnostic purposes, subject to the applicable regulator.

This policy directive forms part of national efforts to protect public health, improve environmental sanitation, reduce plastic pollution, promote sustainable development, and ensure compliance with established environmental standards.

In preparation for the implementation of this directive, the Authority requires all manufacturers, importers, distributors, and users of polystyrene foam products to commence transition to safer. reusable. recvclable. and environmentally sustainable alternatives.

The Authority will, over the transition period leading to 1st January 2027, undertake nationwide stakeholder engagement, public education, and technical consultations, while simultaneously strengthening compliance monitoring, regulatory inspections, and enforcement preparedness to ensure full adherence to this directive.

The Authority shall collaborate with all relevant institutions, including Metropolitan Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), port authorities, customs officials, and industry regulators to ensure effective nationwide enforcement of the ban upon commencement.

The general public is encouraged to support this national environmental protection measure by adopting sustainable consumption practices and environmentally friendly packaging alternatives”, the statement concluded.

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