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Mahama gov’t moves to secure and renovate Nkrumah’s former residence in Guinea

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Mahama gov’t moves to secure and renovate Nkrumah’s former residence in Guinea

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Minister for Foreign Affairs, has announced that the government of Ghana has initiated a move to secure and renovate Dr Kwame Nkrumah’s former residence in Guinea.  

Ablakwa, in a post on social media, revealed the Mahama government is in negotiations with the family of Guinea’s first President, Ahmed Sékou Touré, to take possession of Ghana’s first president’s residence.

He added that the decision was conveyed to the Sékou Touré family on Saturday when Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang led a Ghanaian delegation to visit the family.

Ablakwa further revealed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is currently negotiating the terms and conditions of the proposed takeover.

In a post on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, Ablakwa wrote, “On the instructions of President John Mahama, we have initiated negotiations with the Sékou Touré family of Guinea to allow Ghana take possession of the house Osagyefo Kwame Nkrumah lived and worked as the Co-President of Guinea in his last years.

The Mahama Administration intends to renovate and preserve Nkrumah’s Guinea residence not only as an act of respect but also to preserve the Osagyefo’s legacy and create a full experience for tourists to follow Nkrumah’s outstanding life from Ghana to Guinea.

This landmark decision was conveyed to the Sékou Touré family on Saturday when Vice President, H.E. Prof. Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, led us to visit the Sékou Touré family and also tour Nkrumah’s abandoned home after the investiture of President Mamady Doumbouya.

Ghana’s delegation was well-received by three generations of the Sékou Touré family, led by his eldest son.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is negotiating the terms and conditions and engaging preservation experts for this important assignment. In the spirit of transparency and accountability, the Ghanaian public shall be fully apprised at every stage.

Nkrumah never dies”, his post concluded.

Meanwhile, the Minority Caucus in parliament has told President John Dramani Mahama to immediately sack Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

According to the Minority Caucus, Ablakwa lacks the temperament and competence as a Foreign Minister.

The minority accused Ablakwa of repeated diplomatic missteps that have led to the recent U.S. visa policy affecting Ghanaian citizens.

The Minority argued that Ablakwa has chosen confrontation over negotiation, citing his public theatrics over professional discretion.

Nana Asafo‑Adjei Ayeh, delivering the minority statement in a press conference on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, stated, “Ghana has always been a model of stability and reliability abroad”.

“Under this Minister, that reputation is collapsing. We are now listed as a ‘migration risk’ by the United States and facing diplomatic setbacks with Israel and Europe—all preventable.”

He added, “A competent Foreign Minister engages quietly, anticipates challenges, and preserves alliances. Mr Ablakwa has chosen confrontation over negotiation and public theatrics over professional discretion. The cost has been borne by our people and our economy.”

The minority further referenced past Ghanaian diplomats, saying: “Ghanaians like Kofi Annan, Muhammad Mumuni, and Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey knew that influence is earned through reliability, not volume or social media applause. Our nation deserves no less today.”

“President Mahama must act decisively. This Minister has demonstrated he lacks the temperament and competence for the office. Ghana’s reputation and the welfare of our citizens demand immediate change”, he concluded.

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Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe has never been a founding member of NPP – Miracles Aboagye

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Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe has never been a founding member of NPP – Miracles Aboagye

Dennis Miracles Aboagye, a spokesperson for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has said Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe is not an NPP founding member.

According to Dennis Miracles Aboagye, Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe was never a founding member of the NPP.

Dennis Miracles Aboagye is quoted by StarrFM to have said, “Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe has never been a founding member of NPP”.

However, Dr Nyaho Nyaho Tamakloe has responded to claims questioning his status as a founding member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

The NPP founding member described the claims as ridiculous.

Speaking on Metro TV’s Good Afternoon Ghana on Thursday, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe stated, “I definitely would not like to comment on that because it doesn’t make sense. The facts are there. Even as an ordinary member, I have every right to talk when the party is going wrong.

He highlighted other founding figures, including DJ Od, Arama, and former defence ministers and stated, “Does it mean that if they didn’t sign that particular document, they are not founding members? That’s not serious at all.”

“Nobody can drive me out of NPP. I have suffered for that party, I have been to prison for it, and I will continue to speak my mind,” he asserted.

Also, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe hit back at the party’s Deputy General Secretary of the NPP, Haruna Mohammed, over claims he was never a founding member of the NPP.

According to Dr Nyaho-Tamakloe, Haruna Mohammed should shut up as he does not have time for ignorant people.

He recounted that Haruna Mohammed, some years ago, in a live interview, made similar claims, but he was vindicated when a party member who handled his founding membership document called in to clarify matters.

Speaking in an interview on TV3’s Ghana Tonight on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe stated, “When people are ignorant, I have no time for them.”

“I remember about a year or two ago, he made a similar claim when I was having a discussion, and he came on air.

“And a lady called in, a lady called Madam Acquaye, an elderly woman and then made it plain that she was then Secretary to the General Secretary and also worked for the then Chairman of the party, B.J Darocha, and she handled my founding membership document, myself and lawyer Koku Ziti. She mentioned the two of us,” he remarked.

Nyaho-Tamakloe noted, “So, whoever spoke when NPP was formed years ago, I don’t know where he was, and I don’t even know whether he has even had a relative at all in the party like some of the people that we know, so he should shut up”.

“If I am not a founding member of the party and I am even a street sweeper and I have sympathy for the party, I have every right to talk when the party is going wrong,” Dr Nyaho-Tamakloe stressed.

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Gov’t to establish three garment factories to create 27,000 jobs – Trade Minister

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Gov’t to establish three garment factories to create 27,000 jobs – Trade Minister

Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, has announced that the John Mahama government will establish three garment factories to create 27,000 jobs.

Speaking at the Government Accountability Series in Accra on Wednesday, January 21, the Trade Minister revealed that the government will support the private sector to establish three large garment factories.

According to the Trade Minister, the garment industry has strong job creation potential due to the large number of people and requires less training.

She explained that garment factories will strengthen the country’s industrial base.

Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare stated, “I can say for a fact that 2026 even looks better. 2026 looks better because the government is going to support the private sector to establish three big garment factories, and we seek to employ 27,000 people in the long run with these garment factories.

“A garment factory employs a lot of people. The beauty is the fact that you don’t have to learn for three or five months before you get a job. So this is good,”  Minister Ofosu-Adjare stated.

Also, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare has said the Trade Ministry was instrumental in the extension of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA).

The Trade Minister added, “Following the 10% and subsequent 15% tariff impositions by the U.S., the ministry pursued both technical and political discussions with our counterparts in the U.S. and in Ghana, with the focus on improving Ghana’s trade status with the U.S.”

“It can be recalled that AGOA ended in 2025, which meant that our ability to export duty-free and quota-free to the U.S. was no longer available. Then we had the tariff issue as well,” the minister noted.

The Trade Minister also revealed that Ghana is working through regional platforms to strengthen its position.

“There were also public communications urging exporters to remain calm, at a time when many were agitating because of the anticipated negative impact on their businesses,” she added.

She added, “The ministry played a leading role in this achievement—the extension of AGOA”.

“He stabbed her three times” – Family details why former NPP PC stabbed his wife

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“He stabbed her three times” – Family details why former NPP PC stabbed his wife

The family of the wife of former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Klottey Korle, Valentino Nii Noi Nortey, has revealed why the former MP stabbed his wife, Gilda Norty, in the US.

Speaking on Citi News, the family of Gilda Norty revealed that the former MP stabbed his wife three times.

According to David Gyapanin, uncle to Gilda Norty, the former MP and his wife were having challenges in their marriage.

The uncle of Gilda Norty added that his niece had wanted to file for divorce if things remained the same.

He stressed that his niece told him the former NPP MP threatened to either kill himself or kill her.

David Gyapanin, uncle to Gilda Norty, in the interview stated, “They had a little argument, and my niece said she may file for divorce if things continue that way. My niece said Valentino threatened to either kill himself or kill her. He stabbed her three times. She pleaded with him to take her to the hospital. He agreed on condition that she would not mention his name,” he said.

“Fortunately, she had the car key and managed to drive to the hospital where she works. She is getting better. As a family, we want nothing less than justice.”

“It happened in the States, and we want to believe that the laws there will be enforced fully. You can’t marry someone’s daughter, and just because she says she no longer wants the marriage, decide to end her life. If justice isn’t served in the States, when he comes to Ghana, we will seek justice,” he added.

His remarks follow news of Valentino Nii Noi Nortey, who was arrested in the United States.

According to reports, Valentino Nii Noi Nortey has been remanded into custody in Pennsylvania, USA, for allegedly stabbing his wife.

Reports from Lower Paxton Township Police reveal the incident occurred around 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, along Mayfair Drive in Pennsylvania.

On Monday, a statement released by the police provided an update, saying, “The woman was taken to the hospital by first responders and is currently in stable condition,” police confirmed, further clarifying that the event was an isolated domestic incident and that “there was never any threat to the public.”

According to abc27.com, the stabbing was part of a domestic incident.

Valentino Nii Noi Nortey is facing charges such as Criminal Attempt – Homicide, Possessing an Instrument of Crime with Intent to Use and Tampering with or Fabricating Physical Evidence.

Records show that the former NPP MP was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge David Judy and was denied bail due to the homicide charge and the circumstances of the arrest.

The former NPP MP is currently being held at the Dauphin County Prison as his legal team is preparing for a preliminary hearing scheduled for January 26, 2026.

Valentino Nii Noi Nortey was well known in the 2016 and 2020 election cycles when he rose to national prominence.

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Watch Agradaa make court appearance in her 15-year jail term appeal

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Nana Agradaa, also known as Evangelist Mama Pat, has made another court appearance concerning her 15-year jail term appeal.  

It will be recalled that Agradaa is serving a 15-year jail term after she was sentenced for two counts of defrauding by false pretences.

She was sentenced by Her Honour Evelyn Asamoah of the Circuit Court.

Agradaa was also fined GH¢300 for one count of charlatanic advertisement, with a 30-day custodial sentence in default of payment.

Her charges stem from a televised advertisement she aired in 2022.

In the ad, Agradaa claimed she has the power to double the money for her congregants at the Godsway International Heaven Church, misleading them into surrendering their money during an all-night church service at her Weija-based ministry in Accra.

The Judge, Evelyn Asamoah, highlighted that Agradaa skilfully executed the offences and showed no remorse during proceedings.

In a video shared on social media, Agradaa was spotted under heavy escort by prison officers as she arrived at the Amasaman Circuit Court.

The court is reviewing compliance with its directives and is expected to set a date for judgment.

In another video shared by SIKAOFFICIAL, Agradaa was captured leaving the court visibly distraught and emotionally shaken following the adjournment of her appeal proceedings to 5th February 2026.

In related news on Agradaa, she has been ordered to pay GH¢100,000 to gospel musician Empress Gifty Oppong Adorye.

This brings an end to the defamation lawsuits filed against Empress Gifty after both parties reached an amicable settlement.

Lawyer for Agradaa revealed on January 20, 2026, that the settlement was adopted as a Consent Judgment by both the Tema Land Court and the Tema Main Court, which now closes the two cases filed in May and June last year.

The gospel musician had sued Agradaa over a series of social media publications, which she described as defamatory and damaging to her reputation, and sought GH¢40 million in damages.

Empress Gifty further requested a perpetual injunction to restrain further defamatory publications and the removal of the offending content from social media.

Following negotiation, the matter was resolved without proceeding to a full trial.

“Under the terms of the settlement, Evangelist Patricia Asiedua agreed to pay GH¢100,000 to Empress Gifty to cover legal fees and related expenses.

She also committed to publicly retracting the statements, issuing a public apology, and requesting that the National Information Technology Agency (NITA) facilitate the removal of the disputed publications from social media platforms.

Richard Asare Baffour confirmed that all the agreed conditions have been fulfilled. The GH¢100,000 has been paid in full, and a public apology has already been rendered in line with the settlement terms”, citinews reported.

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Tiktoker Ekow Black granted GH₵30,000 bail

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Tiktoker Ekow Black granted GH₵30,000 bail

TikToker Ekow Black, known as Christford Affadu Danful, has been granted a GH₵30,000 bail by the Adabraka Magistrate Court.

 Ekow Black was granted bail over alleged domestic abuse and related offences.

The court granted him bail in the sum of GH₵30,000 with sureties.

Ekow Black is scheduled to reappear on February 10, 2026.

The Police had earlier provided details on Ekow Black, revealing he was facing fresh sextortion allegations.

The Police revealed that Ekow Black was put before the Adabraka District Court on Friday, 16th January 2026, and the judge ordered that he be remanded into police custody to reappear on 21st January 2026.

The Police update details that his remand follows ongoing investigations into the viral video and fresh allegations that the suspect threatened to circulate intimate images and engaged in acts of sextortion.

In a social media update shared by the Police on January 18, 2026, read, “UPDATE: SUSPECT REMANDED OVER VIRAL ASSAULT VIDEO AND FRESH SEXTORTION ALLEGATIONS.

The Adabraka District Court has remanded Christford Affadu Danful, also known as Ekow Black, into police custody in connection with a viral assault case and additional sextortion allegations.

The suspect was put before the Adabraka District Court on Friday, 16th January 2026, where the court, presided over by Her Worship Nana Abena Asoh Owusu Omenyo, ordered that he be remanded into police custody to reappear on 21st January 2026.

The remand follows ongoing investigations into an earlier incident captured in a viral video, as well as fresh allegations that the suspect threatened to circulate intimate images and engaged in acts consistent with sextortion”, the post added.

Meanwhile, TikToker Ekow Black was arrested following the circulation of a viral video linked to an alleged domestic assault.

Ekow Black, in the viral video, was captured assaulting his girlfriend named Racheal Oduro.

Reports suggest that TikToker Ekow Black was arrested by the IGP’s Special Cyber Vetting and Enforcement Team (CVET).

According to the Police the alleged assault occurred on November 30, 2025, after an argument between the couple.

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High Court gives Gifty Oware a seven-day ultimatum to file her list of witnesses

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High Court gives Gifty Oware a seven-day ultimatum to file her list of witnesses

Justice Audrey Kocuvi-Tay, an Accra High Court judge, has told the legal team for former Deputy National Service Director, Gifty Oware-Mensah, that they have seven days to file their witnesses.

According to the High Court Judge, should Gifty Oware-Mensah fail to comply with the order, the court will be forced to advise itself.

The High Court had earlier ordered the accused to file her list of witnesses on December 22, 2025, but she failed to file them.

Gary Nimako Marfo told the court that she is unable to call any witnesses argyuing that his client’s ability to provide witnesses depends on the case and the nature of the evidence.

However, the Judge disagreed saying, “As already indicated above, these are orders emanating from the law and principles of case management. It is an order given by the court,” she said. “It is not for counsel to choose and pick which orders of the court he would comply with and when it would be complied with.”

“If, for any reason, counsel is of the view that the orders of the court are not emanating from the principles of law, he must exercise the right timeously to appeal against the same,” she said.

Justice Audrey Kocuvi-Tay adjourned the case for the trial to start January 22, 2026.

Justice Audrey Kocuvi-Tay, an Accra High Court judge presiding over the case of former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority, Gifty Oware-Mensah, has rejected a request to slow down proceedings.

Gary Nimako Marfo, the lawyer for Gifty Oware, pleaded with the court to delay the commencement of her trial to allow more time to address pre-trial issues.

He made this plea following the Director of Public Prosecution, Yvonne Atakora Obuobisa, informing the court of the prosecution’s intention to make adjustments to the figures in the charge sheet.

The presiding judge, however unhappy with the approach, stated that the proposed amendments would not stop the court from fixing a date for the trial to begin.

The Judge stated, “If I were you, I would have asked one of my colleagues to quickly do that and serve them now because they [counsel for the accused] are here”.

Lawyers for embattled Oware-Mensah saw an opportunity to request that the court allow more time for the amendments to be completed and served before a trial date is fixed.

Gary Nimako Marfo stated, “My Lady, let the prosecution amend the charge sheet as she has informed the court before setting a date for the trial. Without that, it is obvious we cannot do anything,” he said, before adding, “My Lady, please go slowly.”

Justice Kocuvi-Tay immediately ordered defence counsel to withdraw their statement, saying, “What do you mean by I should go slowly? Withdraw that statement. I am here to work”.

“Metro Mass does not sell buses; we sell scrubs” – Former MD dismiss allegation of 313 bus sales 

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“Metro Mass does not sell buses; we sell scrubs” – Former MD dismiss allegation of 313 bus sales 

The former management of Metro Mass Transit Limited (MMT) Nana Osei Bamfo, has dismissed allegations that the company sold its buses for GHC2,500 each in October 2020.

It will be recalled that Haroun Apaw Wiredu, the Deputy Managing Director of Metro Mass Transit, in an interview, revealed that 313 Metro Mass buses were sold for GHC2,500 each in October 2020.

According to the Deputy MD, the 313 buses were sold after they were declared unserviceable, adding that the buses had minor issues but were deliberately written off and sold cheaply to cronies.

The Deputy MD of Metro Mass Transit Ltd asserted that the company was run like a criminal scheme known as “cannibalisation” under the previous government.

Speaking on Accra-based TV3, Mr Wiredu, “By 2017, when the previous government took the reins of power, it will surprise you to know that around 2017 and 2018, they declared over 400 buses unserviceable. Those buses were scrapped and sold to certain individuals associated with the system”.

“Then, two months before the 2020 election in October, another 313 buses were sold among some cronies. When I reviewed the report, I realised that a whole Metro Mass bus was sold for a paltry GH¢2,500,” Mr Wiredu added.

“What we realised was that the then management was involved in a business we called cannibalisation. Cannibalisation is a deliberate act—they saw scrapping buses as a low-hanging fruit, a way to milk the system,” he said.

He further added, “Deliberately, they would remove parts from a bus, and when it reached a certain point, they declared it unserviceable. Once declared unserviceable, they would call someone to buy it for, say, GH¢2,500 official fee”.

“We commissioned external auditors to get this issue resolved once and for all, and they submitted a draft report to us last week for our consideration,” he added.

Reacting to the Deputy Managing Director of Metro Mass Transit’s claims, the former MD highlighted that the company does not sell buses but sells scrubs.

According to him, the claims made by the Deputy MD are misleading, arguing that the buses disposed of were old, broken-down vehicles.

Speaking on Ghana Montie morning show on Accra -based Neat 100.9 FM, Nana Osei Bamfo stated, “Metro Mass does not sell buses; we sell scrubs”.

He added that many of the buses sold were 20 years old, with some with registration numbers dating back to the Z and W series.

Nana Osei Bamfo further added that a rigorous process is involved in scrapping buses at Metro Mass Transit, adding that some scrapped buses fetch as much as GHS50,000, contrary to claims that they were sold cheaply.

Meanwhile, Joseph Nikpe Bukari, the Minister of Transport, has launched an investigation into the reports surrounding the auctioning of over 300 Metro Mass Transit buses under the Akufo-Addo government.

Speaking to the media in Accra on Monday, January 19, the Transport Minister stated, “As for the auctions, this was what we had, but the boards are going through to see whether or not they were of correct merit for that amount”.

He added, “It is not something that I can just say that it was whether over or it was not unduly priced but it was auctions that they did, and if we need to question or to go into it, I’ve instructed all the management and boards to have a second look at it, and then we’ll see what happens next.”

“But the reality today is how do we improve on the situation we have at hand, and we have come out with these measures with the unions, and I believe that this will bring some relief to our commuters,” he said.

Ken Ofori-Atta’s bail application postponed to February 19 – Frank Davies

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Ken Ofori-Atta’s bail application postponed to February 19 – Frank Davies

Frank Davies, a member of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s legal team, has revealed that proceedings for his client’s release on bail were halted after Ghanaian authorities.

The US Judge, David A Gardey, presiding over the case of Ghana’s Finance Minister, requested proof of Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition request from the US federal government following the closed-door immigration hearing on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

The state attorneys opposed a bond application, known as a bail application in Ghana, for Ofori-Atta, arguing that Ghana has submitted an extradition request for him.

The Judge, however, declined to make an immediate determinationadding that no documentary evidence had been presented to support the assertion.

Judge David A Gardey directed the federal government to file any evidence of an extradition request on or before February 19, 2026.

According to Frank Davies, Ken Ofori-Atta had already gone through a bond application ( bail application), but when the presiding judge was about to determine the bond request, government representatives informed the court that an extradition proceedings were underway against his client.

Speaking on JoyNews’ AM Show, Mr Davies explained, “There was a bond posting, a bond application hearing. A bond posting or bond application hearing is a legal proceeding in the United States. In our jurisdiction, we say bail”.

“Now, we posted the bond, and just as the court was about to decide, our government authorities objected that there was an extradition proceeding pending. Now, proof immediately could not be provided to the presiding judge,” he stated.

“Our authorities have 30 working days to provide ample proof of extradition proceedings to the judge, after which the judge will decide one way or the other to release Ken from detention custody and admit him to his freedom temporarily,” he added.

Meanwhile, the immigration case involving Ken Ofori-Atta, who has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since January 6, 2026, was later adjourned to April 27, 2026.

Ken Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States immigration court in Virginia on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was spotted wearing a dark shirt and a face mask during the hearing

His case was heard at the Annandale Immigration Court before Immigration Judge David Gardey.

The former finance minister was represented by his legal team, including Christopher Chaisson of Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Kwao Amagashi.

Ken Ofori-Atta is currently being held at the Caroline Detention Centre.

The hearing was a bond redetermination proceeding addressing his immigration status, following the revocation of his visa and related overstay/loss of lawful status issues.

It was initially set up as virtual (via Webex), attracting significant public interest with many attempting to join.

Due to the close public attention, Ofori-Atta’s legal team, led by U.S. counsel Christopher Chaisson, successfully requested that the proceedings be held in camera (private and closed to the public), and Immigration Judge David Gardey granted the request.

Mr Ofori-Atta will remain in ICE detention at the Caroline Detention Facility in Bowling Green, Virginia, in the meantime.

U.S. Embassy in Accra announces thousands of non-immigrant visa appointment slots

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U.S. Embassy in Accra announces thousands of non-immigrant visa appointment slots

 The United States Embassy in Accra has announced that they have opened thousands of additional non-immigrant visa appointment slots.

The embassy also urged the public who wish to travel for the 2026 World Cup to apply for their visas.

In a social media post on Facebook, the US Embassy in Ghana stated, “The U.S. Embassy in Accra has opened thousands of additional non-immigrant visa appointment slots, many available now. Embassy Accra continues to process non-immigrant visa applications.

Planning to travel to the United States for the 2026 World Cup? If you do not yet have a valid U.S. visa, we encourage you to apply early.

Reminder to apply via the official U.S. visa appointment website: https://gh.usembassy.gov/visas/,” the post added.

In related news, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reminded football fans ahead of the 2026 World Cup tournament in the U.S that their match-day ticket are not visas.

According to Marco Rubio, match day tickets do not guarantee football fans admission into the U.S.

He revealed that the US will prioritise visa interviews for ticket-holding fans.

Rubio noted that fans who secure priority status could get an interview date within six to eight weeks, instead of waiting many months.

The last two World Cups in Russia (2018) and Qatar (2022) saw a match ticket automatically generate a Fan ID used like a visa; the US, however, will not adopt the same system.

Speaking at the White House on Monday, Marco Rubio stated, “Your ticket is not a visa; it doesn’t guarantee admission to the US,” Rubio said. “We’re going to do the same vetting as anybody else would get. The only difference here is we’re moving them up in the queue.”

He made this known during the announcement of the new FIFA Prioritised Appointment Scheduling System (PASS).

President Donald Trump, during the event, stated, “FIFA Prioritised Appointment Scheduling System (PASS) will allow World Cup ticket-holders with long wait times to opt with FIFA for a prioritised interview”.

Also, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, who joined Trump and Rubio during the announcement, stated, “With this FIFA Pass, we can make sure that those who buy a ticket, who are legitimate football fans or soccer fans, they can come and attend the World Cup in the best conditions, starting from getting their visa”.

Gianni Infantino revealed he estimates about 10 million visitors could travel to the US for the global event.

“The letter is publicly available and clearly shows that I never sought to stop any development initiative,” Mr Asenso-Boakye said.

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US Judge demands evidence of Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition request by Feb 19

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US Judge demands evidence of Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition request by Feb 19

A US Judge, David A Gardey, presiding over the case of Ghana’s Finance Minister, has requested proof of Ken Ofori-Atta’s extradition request from the US federal government following the closed-door immigration hearing on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

The state attorneys opposed a bond application, known as a bail application in Ghana, for Ofori-Atta, arguing that Ghana has submitted an extradition request for him.

The Judge, however, declined to make an immediate determinationadding that no documentary evidence had been presented to support the assertion.

Judge David A Gardey directed the federal government to file any evidence of an extradition request on or before February 19, 2026.

The immigration case involving Ken Ofori-Atta, who has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since January 6, 2026, was later adjourned to April 27, 2026.

Ken Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States immigration court in Virginia on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was spotted wearing a dark shirt and a face mask during the hearing

His case was heard at the Annandale Immigration Court before Immigration Judge David Gardey.

The former finance minister was represented by his legal team, including Christopher Chaisson of Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Kwao Amagashi.

Ken Ofori-Atta is currently being held at the Caroline Detention Centre.

The hearing was a bond redetermination proceeding addressing his immigration status, following the revocation of his visa and related overstay/loss of lawful status issues.

It was initially set up as virtual (via Webex), attracting significant public interest with many attempting to join.

Due to the high public attention, Ofori-Atta’s legal team, led by U.S. counsel Christopher Chaisson, successfully requested that the proceedings be held in camera (private and closed to the public), and Immigration Judge David Gardey granted the request.

Ofori-Atta will remain in ICE detention at the Caroline Detention Facility in Bowling Green, Virginia, in the meantime.

Meanwhile, Arise Ghana protesters on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, when they stormed the United States Embassy in Accra, demanding the return of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta.

The Arise Ghana protesters gathered outside the embassy premises, clad in red and black attire, called on U.S. authorities to cooperate with Ghanaian institutions to ensure the return of embattled Ken Ofori-Atta.

The group were with placards bearing inscriptions such as “Let Ofori-Atta Face Justice,” “Ken’s Leadership Killed Ghanaians”, “Ken Is Needed in Ghana, ‘Bring Ken Home”, and “No Hiding Place for Corruption.”

“We are deeply concerned” – Lumba’s children speak on letters of administration filed by Akosua Serwaa

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“We are deeply concerned” – Lumba’s children speak on letters of administration filed by Akosua Serwaa

The late Ghana’s Highlife icon Daddy Lumba’s children have reacted to their mother, Akosua Serwaa, filing for a letter of administration at the Kumasi High Court.

According to Lumba’s children, in a joint statement issued on January 20, 2026, they are deeply concerned about claims that they are at loggerheads with their mother after the document circulated online.

Lumba’s children noted that the allegations claiming their mother included Charlyn Fosu’s name in the letters of administration without her knowledge are untrue.

Lumba’s children declared that they stand in solidarity with their mother, adding that any rumours suggesting that they are at odds with her should be disregarded.

In their letter, Daddy Lumba’s children stated, “We are deeply concerned by comments and insinuations suggesting that we are in conflict with our mother, that there are intentions to arrest her for speaking or writing on our behalf, or that there is tension between us as children and our mother. These claims are entirely false, malicious, and baseless”.

“Even more troubling are the unfounded accusations directed at individuals such as Kenpong, who is being unfairly portrayed as having ulterior motives simply because he has offered support to our mother and to us, her children, during this difficult period in Ghana. Such allegations are reckless, misleading, and deeply unfair. We wish to state clearly and unequivocally that our relationship with our mother is strong, loving, and respectful.”

“We therefore urge the public and all social media users to ignore these rumours and refrain from amplifying negativity. Our family is united. There is no conflict between our mother and us. Any claims to the contrary are deliberate falsehoods,” the statement added.

Their statement follows details which have emerged of the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba’s 19 properties’ value at GH₵5.43 million being contested in court by Akosua Serwaa.

Akosua Serwaa, after she arrived in Ghana, ran to the Kumasi High Court on January 14, 2026, with an application exactly one month after her late husband was laid to rest, seeking letters of administration to manage and distribute the singer’s properties.

Reports suggest Lumba’s widow, Akosua Serwaa, his elder sister, Ernestina Fosu, and his daughter, Charlyn Fosu, have jointly applied for letters of administration to manage and distribute his properties.

In response, Daddy Lumba’s second wife, Odo Broni, together with her legal team, has filed to challenge Akosua Serwaa’s application.

Odo Broni’s legal team, however, argued that Akosua Serwaa cannot consider herself the sole surviving spouse of the late Daddy Lumba.

They argued that Akosua Serwaa does not have the capacity to individually apply for letters of administration.

The Kumasi High Court, following the filing of Odo Broni’s caveat, has given Akosua Serwaa and her legal team seven days to prove their case on why they should be granted the letters of administration to manage and distribute the properties of the late legendary singer.

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“Ken Ofori-Atta caused a lot of economic miscarriage to Ghana” – Bernard Mornah

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“Ken Ofori-Atta caused a lot of economic miscarriage to Ghana” – Bernard Mornah

Bernard Mornah, a leading Convenor of Arise Ghana, has accused embattled Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta of causing a lot of economic miscarriage to Ghana.

According to Bernard Mornah, Ghanaians have died out of Ken Ofori-Atta’s harsh economic policies.

He claimed that former President Akufo-Addo has regretted that Ken Ofori-Atta misled him wth the domestic debt exchange.

Speaking during the Arise Ghana protest at the United States Embassy in Accra on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, Bernard Mornah stated, “Ken Ofori-Atta has caused a lot of economic miscarriage to our nation. He has devastated many people. People have died out of the harsh economic policies that he has brought”.

“President Akufo-Addo, on hindsight, has regretted that Ken Ofori-Atta misled him to go and bring what we call the domestic debt exchange. Ken Ofori-Atta lied to all of us that he was not going to go to the IMF if the electronic transfer levy bill was passed into an act. Soon after that bill was passed, Ken Ofori-Atta and the former president of Ghana speedily ran to the IMF.”

“That is economic in-service to the people of Ghana. Within Ken Ofori-Atta’s regime, we have seen that state resources were used for their personal gain, including taking COVID-19 resources and giving it to Enterprise Insurance and other companies that belong to them, without accounting for anything or without any beneficiary,” he added.

Bernard Mornah added, “The Office of the Special Prosecutor has listed about 78 charges against Ken Ofori-Atta. The Economic and Organised Crime Office has listed its own charges and above all, the National Investigation Bureau has also got its own charges against Ken Ofori-Atta.

“What it means is that multiple institutions have identified the impropriety of Ken Ofori-Atta’s office, and they are asking him to come to Ghana so that we can take him through a due process,” he lamented.

“And Ken continues in the United States to say that he is avoiding justice, and we want to indicate that the US, through the ambassador in Ghana, must ensure that Ken is returned to the princes of Ghana so that he can face justice, and the people of Ghana can judge for ourselves whether what he did is right or wrong.”

Meanwhile, the immigration case involving Ken Ofori-Atta, who was detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since January 6, 2026, was adjourned to April 27, 2026.

Ken Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States immigration court in Virginia on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was spotted wearing a dark shirt and a face mask during the hearing

His case was heard at the Annandale Immigration Court before Immigration Judge David Gardey.

The former finance minister was represented by his legal team, including Christopher Chaisson of Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Kwao Amagashi.

Ken Ofori-Atta is currently being held at the Caroline Detention Centre.

The hearing was a bond redetermination proceeding addressing his immigration status, following the revocation of his visa and related overstay/loss of lawful status issues.

It was initially set up as virtual (via Webex), attracting significant public interest with many attempting to join.

Due to the high public attention, Ofori-Atta’s legal team, led by U.S. counsel Christopher Chaisson, successfully requested that the proceedings be held in camera (private and closed to the public), and Immigration Judge David Gardey granted the request.

The court adjourned the case to April 27, 2026, with a direction for the U.S. government to provide evidence of any extradition application by February 19, 2026.

Ofori-Atta will remain in ICE detention at the Caroline Detention Facility in Bowling Green, Virginia, in the meantime.

Police to probe Taxi driver murder by a woman at Tetegu Overhead

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Police to probe Taxi driver murder by a woman at Tetegu Overhead

The Ghana Police Service has announced that it will probe the shooting and killing of a taxi driver by a woman at Tetegu Overhead near Weija in the Greater Accra Region.

According to the police statement, preliminary investigations found that a policewoman allegedly shot a taxi driver following a confrontation.

In a statement issued on January 20, 2026, the Police stated, “The Ghana Police Service is investigating a shooting incident involving a policewoman that occurred on 19th January 2026 around the Tetegu area near Weija”.

“The driver, who was operating a Hyundai i10 taxi cab, was rushed to the Police Hospital for treatment, but he was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital.

“Investigation further indicates that the policewoman was hit by a vehicle and sustained injuries to her head and both legs as she attempted to leave the scene. She is currently on admission receiving medical attention”, it noted.

“At the scene, police recovered several exhibits, including one live 9mm round, a magazine, and one empty 9mm cartridge”, the post added.

News broke yesterday of the tragic incident of a woman who allegedly shot and killed a taxi driver at Tetegu overhead on the  Accra-Kasoa highway in the Weija-Gbawe Municipality.

Reports suggest the taxi driver was shot on Monday Janurary 19, 2026, around 11:16 p.m.

According to eyewitnesses, the incident may be linked to a robbery attempt.

Eyewitnesses suggest the incident ensued following an argument in which the woman threatened and later fired two shots to the rib area and shoulder of the driver.

Reports suggest the woman, after murdering the taxi driver, attempted to flee the scene but was hit by another vehicle and was arrested by a police patrol team.

In a viral video shared on X, the woman was seen being taken away by the police. The video also showed the lifeless body of the taxi driver still in his car.

In a post sharing the video on the incident on the social media platform X, EDHUB stated, “A taxi driver was shot and killed at Tetegu Overhead at about 11:16 p.m. last night, in an incident eyewitnesses believe may have been linked to a robbery attempt. Witnesses said an argument allegedly broke out inside the vehicle, during which a woman threatened to shoot the driver before allegedly firing two shots, hitting him in the rib area and the shoulder.

The suspect later attempted to flee but was struck by a passing vehicle. She was subsequently arrested by a police patrol team that had been alerted to the incident and was quickly removed from the scene to prevent a possible mob attack”.

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“If you miss the ball, don’t miss the man” – Bawumia break silence on Ken’s insults

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“If you miss the ball, don’t miss the man” – Bawumia break silence on Ken’s insults

Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, has cautioned the party delegates that his opponents have resorted to insults and lies in an attempt to influence them.

According to Dr Bawumia, his opponents, two weeks to the election, knowing their campaign is failing, are now engaging in If you miss the ball, don’t miss the man.

He urged the party delegates to ignore the lies being spread against him and vote massively for him.

Dr Bawumia noted that there is a deliberate campaign of insults and misinformation against him two weeks to the NPP primaries.

He further stressed that his team have picked up intelligence that his opponents are preparing to launch personal attacks and spread falsehoods in the last weeks of the election.

Speaking to NPP delegates at Manso Adubia in the Ashanti Region on Tuesday, January 20, Dr Bawumia stated, “A few days ago, we received intelligence that, with two weeks left to the primary, they are planning a strategy to insult me and spread lies about me. So be alert and wary. You will hear a lot of lies about me. They want to change your minds. Don’t mind them. Go and vote for me.

This is not an insulting competition, but because they know their campaign is failing. That is why they are saying, ‘If you miss the ball, don’t miss the man.’ They want to insult me, but I won’t mind them. I am focused on victory.”

His comments follow, Ken Agyapong an New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, who has launched a scathing attack on him over a comment made by Chairman Wontumi.

According to Ken Agyapong, Bawumia is a big liar, and no Ghanaian trust him.

In a viral video shared on Facebook, Ken Agyapong fired a shot at Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, calling him a liar over a comment he alleged was made by the 2024 flagbearer of the NPP.

Ken Agyapong’s outburst stems from comments made by the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

According to Wontumi, Professor Adu Boahen was not retained by delegates in 1996 after contesting the 1992 election due to poor health.

Chairman Wontumi made these claims while speaking to NPP delegates in the Ashanti Region.

He noted that the claim is in a book authored by Apenten Appiah-Menka, who was an associate of Professor Adu Boahen.  

Kennedy Agyapong, reacting to the statement, fired a personal attack at Dr Bawumia, calling him a liar.

Mr Agyapong stated, “I have never seen a liar like our former flagbearer before. This man is a liar for saying that Adu Boahen did not contest because he was sick, you should not vote for a liar, a man who is lying to have power”.

“Listen to the history, Adu Boahen contested in 1992, and he won but lost the general election in 1996. The former flagbearer is in Kumasi, saying Adu Boahen was sick.  Kufuor contested Adu Boahen, and he beat him to become the flagbeaerr, he was fighting to go on oppose, and they did not agree. 

Someone who wants to lead this country, and you are lying and distorting history, don’t vote for someone like this. He has been given a nickname that he is a liar. He is a liar, and the people will not vote for him”.

He added, “When I heard him yesterday, a presidential candidate who wants people to vote for him will look eyeball and eyeball and lie, he is a big liar for saying Adu Boahen was sick, go and check history, I am more popular in this country than him, those who know him know him as a liar that is why we lost”.

Ken Agyapong added that the NPP lost in all of the Northern region, but Bawumia is claiming he got the highest votes, adding that Akufo-Addo had 20 parliamentary seats, but today the NPP has 10.

Ken Agyapong added, “ Ghanaians know Bawumia is a liar. When he got to the Ashanti Region, he was so desperate, and had just been lying, it will not help us, we want to win power, and if we want to win power as the muslims they will tell you. The Muslims say they won’t vote for him after he went to Adom Kyei, and the Christians say it all the time they won’t vote for him.

Do you want to lose power when Christian and Muslims are saying bring Ken Agyapong, be bold and vote for Ken Agyapong for truth to prevail in Ghanaian politics”, he added. 

Watch ‘Illegal alien’ Ken Ofori-Atta during his US court hearing  

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Watch ‘Illegal alien’ Ken Ofori-Atta during his US court hearing  

A video has surfaced of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta during his US court hearing following his detainment by the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

In the viral video, Ken Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States immigration court in Virginia on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

Mr Ofori-Atta was spotted wearing a dark shirt and a face mask during the hearing.

His case was heard at the Annandale Immigration Court before Immigration Judge David Gardey.

The former finance minister was represented by his legal team, including Christopher Chaisson of Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Kwao Amagashi.

Ken Ofori-Atta is currently being held at the Caroline Detention Centre.

The hearing was a bond redetermination proceeding addressing his immigration status, following the revocation of his visa and related overstay/loss of lawful status issues.

It was initially set up as virtual (via Webex), attracting significant public interest with many attempting to join.

Due to the high public attention, Ofori-Atta’s legal team, led by U.S. counsel Christopher Chaisson, successfully requested that the proceedings be held in camera (private and closed to the public), and Immigration Judge David Gardey granted the request.

The court adjourned the case to April 27, 2026, with a direction for the U.S. government to provide evidence of any extradition application by February 19, 2026.

Ofori-Atta will remain in ICE detention at the Caroline Detention Facility in Bowling Green, Virginia, in the meantime.

Meanwhile, Ken Ofori-Atta has been described by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)  as an illegal alien.

According to an ICE spokesperson, Ken Ofori-Atta is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in his home country.

ICE detailed that Ken Ofori-Atta entered the United States on May 28, 2025, on a visitor’s visa with an expiration date of November 27, 2025.

The ICE spokesperson responding to Tv3’s Joseph Ackah-Blay is quoted to have said, “Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta is an illegal alien from Ghana who is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in his home country. He entered the United States on May 28, 2025, on a visitor’s visa with an expiration date of November 27, 2025. Ofori-Atta overstayed his permitted admission”.

“He has been issued a notice to appear and will remain in ICE custody. He will be given due process before a Justice Department immigration judge,” the spokesperson said.

“The Trump administration has been abundantly clear: aliens must respect our laws or face the consequences. Overstaying a visa is an immigration law violation that can result in deportation,” he added.

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NAIMOS officer shot, one assailant killed during an anti-galamsey operation

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NAIMOS officer shot, one assailant killed during an anti-galamsey operation

One officer of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) was shot during an anti-galamsey operation.  

According to the Lands Ministry, the NAIMOS officer was shot during a routine anti-galamsey operation in the Bono Region on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

The gun battle is said to have occurred along the Subinkurom-Kyeremasu stretch in the Dormaa Central Municipality.

The NAIMOS officer was hit in the thigh and was immediately taken to St. Matthew Catholic Hospital at Ampenkuro, one assailant identified as Abuu Ibrahim, was shot and later pronounced dead on arrival at the same hospital.

The Lands Ministry on Tuesday, January 20, NAIMOS in a statement issued, stated, “The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) wishes to inform the public that earlier today, Tuesday, 20th January 2026, a member of its task force was shot in the thigh by armed assailants during a routine anti-galamsey operation.

The incident occurred in a bush along the Subinkurom-Kyeremasu stretch in the Dormaa Central Municipality of the Bono Region.

The armed thugs, who were hiding in the bushes, opened fire on sighting the NAIMOS task force. This led to an exchange of gunfire, during which one NAIMOS personnel sustained a gunshot injury.

The injured officer was swiftly rushed to the St. Matthew Catholic Hospital at Ampenkuro, where he is currently responding to treatment.

Meanwhile, one of the assailants who opened fire on the NAIMOS task force was shot dead during the exchanges. The deceased, identified as Abuu Ibrahim, was pronounced dead on arrival at the St. Matthew Catholic Hospital.

NAIMOS wishes to assure that despite the persistent attacks and disruptions, it remains committed to fighting the scourge of illegal mining and urges all stakeholders to continue with support for its operations”.

Meanwhile, President John Dramani Mahama has praised the works of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS), the Environmental Protection Agency and the River guards for their continuous fight against illegal mining commonly known as galamsey.

Speaking at the 77th Annual New Year School at the University of Ghana, President Mahama recounted his visit to Crown Forest over the Christmas period to illustrate the fight against illegal mining.

According to President Mahama, during his visit, he was told the Ayensu River’s colour has improved from coffee to light Milo and praised the works of NAIMOS, EPA and River Guards.

Speaking at the annual New Year School conference in Accra on Tuesday, January 6, the President stated, “It has so entered the fabric of our people that it’s not been an easy fight. Communities have attacked task forces when they go to enforce the ban on illegal mining,” he said.

Mahama, however, highlighted that despite the challenges, there have been positive results in the galamsey fight.

He added, “There are some positive results beginning to show. I want to encourage the task force, the Minister, the EPA, and all those involved in the fight against illegal mining, please don’t give up.”

“When you go to where they have the animals, you cross a stream. And before we cross the bridge, I asked them, which river is this? They said it was the Ayensu River,” he explained.

“And they said, if you had come here six months ago, this water was the colour of coffee. They say now is the colour of light milo. And so, and so it’s getting better. And so we appreciate the work that NIAMOS and the river guards are doing.”

“We’re implementing sustainable mining practices, protecting forests and water bodies, investing in renewable energy, and strengthening climate adaptation for vulnerable communities,” he stated.

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Ken Ofori-Atta remains in ICE custody; set to reappear in US court April 27

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Ken Ofori-Atta remains in ICE custody; set to reappear in US court April 27

The immigration case involving former Ghana Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, who has been detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) since January 6, 2026, was adjourned to April 27, 2026.

Ken Ofori-Atta appeared before a United States immigration court in Virginia on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. He was spotted wearing a dark shirt and a face mask during the hearing

His case was heard at the Annandale Immigration Court before Immigration Judge David Gardey.

The former finance minister was represented by his legal team, including Christopher Chaisson of Whiteford Taylor & Preston and Kwao Amagashi.

Ken Ofori-Atta is currently being held at the Caroline Detention Centre.

The hearing was a bond redetermination proceeding addressing his immigration status, following the revocation of his visa and related overstay/loss of lawful status issues.

It was initially set up as virtual (via Webex), attracting significant public interest with many attempting to join.

Due to the high public attention, Ofori-Atta’s legal team, led by U.S. counsel Christopher Chaisson, successfully requested that the proceedings be held in camera (private and closed to the public), and Immigration Judge David Gardey granted the request.

The court adjourned the case to April 27, 2026, with a direction for the U.S. government to provide evidence of any extradition application by February 19, 2026.

Ofori-Atta will remain in ICE detention at the Caroline Detention Facility in Bowling Green, Virginia, in the meantime.

Meanwhile, Arise Ghana protesters on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, when they stormed the United States Embassy in Accra, demanding the return of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta.

The Arise Ghana protesters gathered outside the embassy premises, clad in red and black attire, called on U.S. authorities to cooperate with Ghanaian institutions to ensure the return of embattled Ken Ofori-Atta.

The group were with placards bearing inscriptions such as “Let Ofori-Atta Face Justice,” “Ken’s Leadership Killed Ghanaians”, “Ken Is Needed in Ghana, ‘Bring Ken Home”, and “No Hiding Place for Corruption.”

Bernard Monah an PNC member, speaking to the media, stated, “We all know that as of now, Ken Ofori-Atta is no longer sick. He went to the U.S. to seek medical attention, and now he has healed himself and overstayed his visa. When he was flagged to be arrested, he went ahead to apply to be a permanent citizen of America.”

“This means that he has no plan to return to Ghana. He is avoiding coming back to face justice.”

 “So today is the beginning. We will stay here from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and we will come back tomorrow as well.

“We agreed with the police to protest for two weeks. After the two weeks, we have decided to do a sleepover here until the U.S. finds the need to bring Ken Ofori-Atta,” he said.

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Why Ghana Must Maintain the NPA’s Price Floor in the Petroleum Market

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Why Ghana Must Maintain the NPA’s Price Floor in the Petroleum Market

Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector was fully deregulated in July 2015, transitioning from administered pump prices to a market-based system. However, deregulation was not absolute. To safeguard the market from instability, the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) retained a price floor mechanism, establishing a minimum ex-pump price below which Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) could not sell.

The objectives were clear: prevent predatory pricing in a capital-intensive industry, protect smaller and emerging OMCs from elimination by dominant incumbents, and preserve competition, supply stability, and consumer welfare in the long run. This policy has remained a core stabilizing instrument of Ghana’s deregulated petroleum market.

The Context of Star Oil’s Call

The recent call by Star Oil’s CEO, Mr. Philip Kwame Tieku, for the removal of the NPA’s price floor is strategically and economically inadvisable and must be firmly resisted. While Star Oil has emerged as the market leader, it is critical to recognize the historical context in which the price floor was introduced and the fundamental role this policy plays in ensuring market stability, fair competition, and consumer protection.

Recent data from the NPA confirms a major shift in Ghana’s downstream petroleum sector. According to the 2025 third quarter NPA Statistical Bulletin, Star Oil Limited recorded 157,886 metric tons of total petroleum product sales, representing 10.42% market share, narrowly surpassing GOIL PLC, which posted 153,767 units (10.15%). This achievement underscores Star Oil’s operational strength and growth trajectory.

However, this success story adds critical context to the company’s call for price floor removal. The top 20 OMCs account for 71.3% of total market volumes, while nearly 29% remains distributed among smaller operators—almost 200 in number. This indicates a still-competitive and diversified market, one that has flourished under regulatory safeguards.

The Price Floor’s Historical Role

When the price floor was instituted, Star Oil was not the dominant player it is today. The absence of a price floor would have exposed weaker players to predatory pricing by larger competitors seeking to capture market share through below-cost pricing strategies. The NPA’s price floor, calibrated to reflect reasonable distribution costs, import parity, and sustainable margins, prevented destructive undercutting that could drive firms out of business and erode market competition.

Eliminating the price floor now would undermine the very conditions that allowed this diversified market to develop. Star Oil’s current position is partly a function of competing in a regulated environment that prevented price wars and ensured all players could operate viably.

Why Removing the Price Floor Would Be Damaging

1. Encourages Predatory Pricing and Market Dominance

Without a minimum price benchmark, Star Oil—with its superior supply chain efficiencies, capital base, and economies of scale—could aggressively lower prices below competitors’ cost structures. This would pressure smaller, less capitalized marketers out of the market, ultimately reducing competition and leading to market consolidation under a single dominant entity.

2. Risks Market Instability and Supply Disruptions

Price floors provide predictability and reduce volatility in retail pricing. Their removal could trigger erratic price movements, undermining consumer confidence and complicating planning for enterprises reliant on stable fuel costs, including transportation and manufacturing sectors.

3. Undermines Fair Competition and Long-Term Investment

A stable and regulated price environment encourages investments in infrastructure, storage, distribution networks, and service stations. Removing the floor would shift the sector toward short-term price competition rather than long-term strategic investments that enhance capacity and service quality.

4. Compromises Consumer Welfare in the Long Run

Lower prices might initially appear beneficial to consumers. However, once competition weakens and smaller firms exit the market, Star Oil’s dominance could enable it to dictate prices without countervailing competitive pressures, ultimately raising prices above levels that prevail under regulated competition.

The Irony of Star Oil’s Position

Notably, the same Star Oil CEO, in October 2025, attributed his company’s resilient growth to the deregulated downstream petroleum market—one in which the price floor is a significant component. His current argument is not without merit. Given Star Oil’s scale, logistics efficiency, and purchasing power, it could indeed lower pump prices in the short term, delighting “StarSavers” today. But in the long run, consumers may have nowhere to turn when significant competition has been eliminated.

The Way Forward

The NPA’s price floor is not an arbitrary constraint on market forces; it is a corrective mechanism designed to ensure that competition is conducted on the basis of efficiency, service quality, and innovation—not on the basis of unsustainable price undercutting. It has been critical in protecting emerging and smaller firms, fostering a more diverse sector, and maintaining orderly market functioning.

Any suggestion to abolish the price floor policy must be strongly rejected, as it would undermine fair competition and long-term consumer protection. Instead, efforts should be directed toward enhancing transparency in pricing, strengthening regulatory oversight, and promoting competitive practices that level the playing field without dismantling the safeguards that underpin a balanced downstream petroleum market.

The price floor has served Ghana well. It should remain.

By

Gabriel Nomotsu Teye-Ali

About the Author

The author is General Manager of a leading energy company in Ghana and a finance, economics, and natural resource analyst with extensive expertise in Ghana’s petroleum sector. He holds a Master of Science in Business Administration from the University of Northern British Columbia, Canada, and an MPhil from the University of Ghana Business School (UGBS), where he also served as a part-time lecturer in Finance. He has written extensively on ESG, minerals, oil, and gas, providing critical analysis on energy policy and market regulation in Ghana and beyond.

“Bawumia is a big liar; no Ghanaian trust him, don’t vote for him” – Ken Agyapong

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“Bawumia is a big liar; no Ghanaian trust him, don’t vote for him” – Ken Agyapong

Ken Agyapong an New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, has launched a scathing attack on former Vice President and flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia over a comment made by Chairman Wontumi.

According to Ken Agyapong, Bawumia is a big liar, and no Ghanaian trust him.

In a viral video shared on Facebook, Ken Agyapong fired a shot at Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, calling him a liar over a comment he alleged was made by the 2024 flagbearer of the NPP.

Ken Agyapong’s outburst stems from comments made by the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

According to Wontumi, Professor Adu Boahen was not retained by delegates in 1996 after contesting the 1992 election due to poor health.

Chairman Wontumi made these claims while speaking to NPP delegates in the Ashanti Region.

He noted that the claim is in a book authored by Apenten Appiah-Menka, who was an associate of Professor Adu Boahen.  

Kennedy Agyapong, reacting to the statement, fired a personal attack at Dr Bawumia, calling him a liar.

Mr Agyapong stated, “I have never seen a liar like our former flagbearer before. This man is a liar for saying that Adu Boahen did not contest because he was sick, you should not vote for a liar, a man who is lying to have power”.

“Listen to the history, Adu Boahen contested in 1992, and he won but lost the general election in 1996. The former flagbearer is in Kumasi, saying Adu Boahen was sick.  Kufuor contested Adu Boahen, and he beat him to become the flagbeaerr, he was fighting to go on oppose, and they did not agree.  

Someone who wants to lead this country, and you are lying and distorting history, don’t vote for someone like this. He has been given a nickname that he is a liar. He is a liar, and the people will not vote for him”.

He added, “When I heard him yesterday, a presidential candidate who wants people to vote for him will look eyeball and eyeball and lie, he is a big liar for saying Adu Boahen was sick, go and check history, I am more popular in this country than him, those who know him know him as a liar that is why we lost”.

Ken Agyapong added that the NPP lost in all of the Northern region, but Bawumia is claiming he got the highest votes, adding that Akufo-Addo had 20 parliamentary seats, but today the NPP has 10.

Ken Agyapong added, “ Ghanaians know Bawumia is a liar. When he got to the Ashanti Region, he was so desperate, and had just been lying, it will not help us, we want to win power, and if we want to win power as the muslims they will tell you. The Muslims say they won’t vote for him after he went to Adom Kyei, and the Christians say it all the time they won’t vote for him.

Do you want to lose power when Christian and Muslims are saying bring Ken Agyapong, be bold and vote for Ken Agyapong for truth to prevail in Ghanaian politics”, he added.  

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“If you’re afraid to sleep in Nsawam, bring all the money” – Hopeson Adorye tells Ken Ofori-Atta

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“If you’re afraid to sleep in Nsawam, bring all the money” – Hopeson Adorye tells Ken Ofori-Atta

A leading member of the newly rebranded United Party (UP), Hopeson Adorye, has sent a direct message to former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

According to Hopeson Adorye, if Ken Ofori-Atta is afraid to sleep in Nsawam, then he should bring all the money.

He highlighted that Ken Ofori-Atta led Ghana into debt as a finance minister.

Speaking to the media during the Arise Ghana protest, Hopeson Adorye stated, “Trumps aminstration the way they are serious about illegal migrant; if they decide not to deport him, then there is something somewhere”.  

“We are all here, who have gone to Ken Ofori-Atta’s house, that we want to kill him; nobody is going to kill him. If you’re afraid to sleep in Nsawam, then bring all the money; this country is in debt because of Ken Ofori-Atta. Look at the Eurobond, and you were using the Data Bank to take a commission. Ken Ofori-Atta is not superhuman to anyperson, he caused the prosecution of Ato Forson ”.

He made these remarks during the Arise Ghana protest on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 when they stormed the United States Embassy in Accra, demanding the return of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta.

The Arise Ghana protesters gathered outside the embassy premises, clad in red and black attire, called on U.S. authorities to cooperate with Ghanaian institutions to ensure the return of embattled Ken Ofori-Atta.

The group were with placards bearing inscriptions such as “Let Ofori-Atta Face Justice,” “Ken’s Leadership Killed Ghanaians”, “Ken Is Needed in Ghana, ‘Bring Ken Home”, and “No Hiding Place for Corruption.”

Bernard Monah an PNC member, speaking to the media, stated, “We all know that as of now, Ken Ofori-Atta is no longer sick. He went to the U.S. to seek medical attention, and now he has healed himself and overstayed his visa. When he was flagged to be arrested, he went ahead to apply to be a permanent citizen of America.”

“This means that he has no plan to return to Ghana. He is avoiding coming back to face justice.”

 “So today is the beginning. We will stay here from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and we will come back tomorrow as well.

“We agreed with the police to protest for two weeks. After the two weeks, we have decided to do a sleepover here until the U.S. finds the need to bring Ken Ofori-Atta,” he said.

Also, Victor Emmanuel Smith, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States of America, has revealed a phone call he received from Ken Ofori-Atta’s cousin, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko.

According to Ghana’s Ambassador to the US, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko told him the former finance minister wants to return to Ghana but fears how he would be treated.

Speaking on TV3’s The KeyPoints on January 17, Ghana’s Ambassador to the US stated, “Gabby called me and said Ken wants to come, but he is afraid of how he will be treated”.

” So I told him I wanted to meet Ken and give him the assurance that he will be taken through the legal process, because the Attorney-General, Dr Ayine, gave me that assurance,” Ambassador Smith said.

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“No fatalities or injuries recorded” – GNFS PRO on Kwame Nkrumah Circle market fire

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“No fatalities or injuries recorded” – GNFS PRO on Kwame Nkrumah Circle market fire

DOII Desmond Ackah, the Head of Public Relations of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), has announced that no casualties were recorded during the Kwame Nkrumah Circle market fire.

According to the GNFS PRO, neither the fire personnel nor the civilians present sustained any injuries during the efforts to bring the fire under control.

He further revealed that the fire has been brought under control, with fire officers working tirelessly to extinguish it completely.

Speaking to the media, he stated, “…We have not recorded any fatalities or injuries, whether among firefighters or civilians”.

“When we say the fire has been confined, it means we have stopped it from spreading further to the west, east, north, or south, so there is no cause for alarm,” he said.

Meanwhile, news broke that over 50 mobile phone shops have been destroyed in a fire that erupted behind the VVIP Station at Kwame Nkrumah Circle.

The Circle started on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, around 10 a.m.

Personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service responded swiftly to bring the situation under control.

Officials from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and the Klotey Korle Municipal Assembly are also at the scene.

However, details about the exact cause of the blaze and whether any injuries or casualties were recorded are yet to be known.

A netizen who posted the news wrote, “A fire has broken out at Circle in Accra, just behind the Royal VVIP Station, sweeping through several structures.

Two fire tenders have been deployed to the scene as efforts to contain the blaze continue”.

Meanwhile, in related fire news, a domestic fire has consumed 14 rooms at Kukurizua in the Bawku West District of the Upper East Region.

A report from the Ghana Fire Service detailed that the domestic fire outbreak destroyed 14 rooms in a multiple-room residential building.

The Fire Service revealed they received a distress call after which firefighters were deployed just two minutes later at 1010 hours, with the team arriving at 1015 hours with the fire already raging.

The Firefighters worked swiftly to contain the blaze by 1055 hours and fully extinguished it at 1120 hours.

According to the Fire Service, 14 rooms were extensively damaged by the fire, with four other rooms salvaged by the actions of the firefighters.

The GNFS detailed that the fire destroyed portions of the building’s roofing, along with electronic appliances, furniture, and other household.

Also, no injuries or fatalities were reported.

Meanwhile, the Ghana National Fire Service are currently investigating the situation that led to the outbreak.

Mahama lost by over 1 million votes, but NDC still rallied behind him – Annoh-Dompreh to NPP delegates

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Mahama lost by over 1 million votes, but NDC still rallied behind him – Annoh-Dompreh to NPP delegates

Frank Annoh Dompreh, the Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, has reminded NPP delegates that the NDC backed John Mahama even when he lost by over one million votes in the 2016 elections.

According to Annoh-Dompreh, the NDC stood firmly behind Mahama even after he lost a general election by a margin of more than one million votes, arguing that political resilience and loyalty to a proven candidate often yield long-term rewards.

Speaking on Monday, January 19, 2026, during Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign engagement in the Ashanti Region, he stated, The NDC still brought Mahama even when he lost by over one million votes”.

Annoh-Dompreh urged NPP delegates to draw lessons from the opposition’s approach and stand solidly behind Dr Bawumia as he seeks re-election to lead the party into the 2028 general elections.

Also, Frank Annoh-Dompreh has told NPP delegates not to go and spoil their votes as he rallies support for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

According to Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Bawumia is going to win the NPP presidential election, so delegates should not waste their vote by voting for other candidates.

The MP stressed that the NPP must be united behind a clear frontrunner for the rebuilding efforts of the party.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh stated, “Bawumia is going to win the forthcoming presidential primaries. So don’t go and spoil your vote,“

Dr Adutwum is my close friend, and we all worship as members of the Church of Pentecost. We even met at the business committee, and I told him, my brother, this battle is not yours,” Mr Annoh-Dompreh stated.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh further added that leadership succession within the party should be guided by long-term vision. He further told the other NPP aspirants, “This is not your time, although your time will come”.

The Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP reechoed his confidence that Dr Bawumia remains the best positioned to lead the party into the next general elections.

Meanwhile, the Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP has earlier said he strongly believes the former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, will return to lead Ghana.

According to Frank Annoh Dompreh, if the so-called ‘dead sheep’ (John Mahama) could return to power after losing power, he firmly believes in God’s name, Dr Bawumia will also return to lead Ghana as president.

Speaking to NPP delegates during Dr Bawumia’s campaign tour in the Eastern Region, Annoh Dompreh, stated, “If the so-called ‘dead sheep’ could return and become president, and if Mahama could lose power and come back to lead again, then I believe former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia can also return and become president”.

Agradaa to pay ₵100,000 to Empress Gifty for defamation

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Agradaa to pay ₵100,000 to Empress Gifty for defamation

Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, also known as Nana Agradaa, has been ordered to pay GH¢100,000 to gospel musician Empress Gifty Oppong Adorye.

This brings an end to the defamation lawsuits filed against Empress Gifty after both parties reached an amicable settlement.

Lawyer for Agradaa revealed on January 20, 2026, that the settlement was adopted as a Consent Judgment by both the Tema Land Court and the Tema Main Court, which now closes the two cases filed in May and June last year.

The gospel musician had sued Agradaa over a series of social media publications, which she described as defamatory and damaging to her reputation, and sought GH¢40 million in damages.

Empress Gifty further requested a perpetual injunction to restrain further defamatory publications and the removal of the offending content from social media.

Following negotiation, the matter was resolved without proceeding to a full trial.

“Under the terms of the settlement, Evangelist Patricia Asiedua agreed to pay GH¢100,000 to Empress Gifty to cover legal fees and related expenses.

She also committed to publicly retracting the statements, issuing a public apology, and requesting that the National Information Technology Agency (NITA) facilitate the removal of the disputed publications from social media platforms.

Richard Asare Baffour confirmed that all the agreed conditions have been fulfilled. The GH¢100,000 has been paid in full, and a public apology has already been rendered in line with the settlement terms”, citinews reported.

Meanwhile, in another case,  Agradaa was convicted in her nude photo distribution case of fellow pastor Osofo Biblical.

In court on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, Agradaa was fined GHS12,000 and was also ordered to pay GHS50,000 as compensation to the complainant, Osofo Biblical.

The court decision follows a plea bargain agreement reached between Agradaa and the State.

The case spanned nearly three years.

It will be recalled that Agradaa was charged for allegedly broadcasting nude images of Pastor Appiah Fumum on her television station and social media platforms.

The Prosecutors revealed that the nude images were aired during a live programme where panellists mocked the complainant.

After the court proceeding, Agradaa’s lawyer said the decision by the court was opt for a plea bargain rather than a full trial, which brought finality to the matter.

Speaking to the media after the ruling, counsel for Nana Agradaa stated, “This case has been running for the past three years. Choosing the plea bargain option brought it to an end”.

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Watch Gabby react to Arise Ghana’s protest at the U.S. Embassy, demanding Ofori-Atta’s return

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Watch Gabby react to Arise Ghana’s protest at the U.S. Embassy, demanding Ofori-Atta’s return

Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, the cousin of former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta, has reacted to the Arise Ghana protesters picketing at the U.S. Embassy over calls for the return of his cousin.

According to Gabby Otchere Darko, he hopes the protest is for a good cause.

Speaking to the media, Gabby Otchere-Darko was asked if he had been on social media today. He stated, “No”

He was later asked whether he was not aware of a demonstration at the US Embassy. He added, “I hope the protest is for a good cause”.

Meanwhile, today, Tuesday, January 20, 2026, members of the pressure group Arise Ghana stormed the United States Embassy in Accra, demanding the return of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta.

The Arise Ghana protesters gathered outside the embassy premises, clad in red and black attire, called on U.S. authorities to cooperate with Ghanaian institutions to ensure the return of embattled Ken Ofori-Atta.

The group were with placards bearing inscriptions such as “Let Ofori-Atta Face Justice,” “Ken’s Leadership Killed Ghanaians”, “Ken Is Needed in Ghana, ‘Bring Ken Home”, and “No Hiding Place for Corruption.”

Bernard Monah an PNC member, speaking to the media, stated, “We all know that as of now, Ken Ofori-Atta is no longer sick. He went to the U.S. to seek medical attention, and now he has healed himself and overstayed his visa. When he was flagged to be arrested, he went ahead to apply to be a permanent citizen of America.”

“This means that he has no plan to return to Ghana. He is avoiding coming back to face justice.”

 “So today is the beginning. We will stay here from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and we will come back tomorrow as well.

“We agreed with the police to protest for two weeks. After the two weeks, we have decided to do a sleepover here until the U.S. finds the need to bring Ken Ofori-Atta,” he said.

Also, Victor Emmanuel Smith, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States of America, has revealed a phone call he received from Ken Ofori-Atta’s cousin, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko.

According to Ghana’s Ambassador to US, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko told him the former finance minister wants to return to Ghana but fears how he would be treated.

Speaking on TV3’s The KeyPoints on January 17, Ghana’s Ambassador to the US stated, “Gabby called me and said Ken wants to come, but he is afraid of how he will be treated”.

” So I told him I wanted to meet Ken and give him the assurance that he will be taken through the legal process, because the Attorney-General, Dr Ayine, gave me that assurance,” Ambassador Smith said.

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GoldBod partners with Gold Coast Refinery to process and refine gold in Ghana

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GoldBod partners with Gold Coast Refinery to process and refine gold in Ghana

The Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has signed a gold refining agreement with Gold Coast Refinery.

The landmark partnership was signed on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.

The GoldBod and Gold Coast Refinery partnership mark a major milestone in Ghana’s step to add value addition within Ghana’s gold sector.

The partnership will reduce Ghana’s reliance on exporting raw gold, which has led to revenue losses.

Under the GoldBod partnership with Gold Coast Refinery, gold sourced from both artisanal and large-scale mining operations will be refined locally.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, Sammy Gyamfi, the GoldBod Chief Executive Officer, stated, “This development marks a major milestone in Ghana’s gold trade and will help maximise national benefits from our mineral resources”.

He further highlighted, “The millions of dollars we pay as refinery charges to refineries in Dubai, Switzerland, India, Hong Kong, and other foreign countries will now stay in our banking sector. That money will now stay in our economy.”

“What this agreement also means is that we are creating more direct and indirect jobs, particularly because Gold Coast Refinery has committed to operating 24/7 in line with the government’s 24-hour policy”, he added.

GoldBod and Gold Coast Refinery partnership follows earlier announcements by Sammy Gyamfi, who revealed plans for Ghana to refine gold before export from October 2025. 

According to Sammy Gyamfi, the Goldbod will establish a wholly state-owned and international-standard gold refinery.

He highlighted that the reset agenda of Mahama is aimed at transitioning Ghana from the export of raw doré to refined bullion.

He further argued that it was unacceptable for Ghana, as a leader in gold production on the continent, to be exporting raw gold without significant value addition.

Speaking at the maiden edition of the Mining and Minerals Convention in Accra, Sammy Gyamfi stated, “I am happy to inform you that on that same parcel of land secured by the Gold Board, we will be building a wholly state-owned and international standard gold refinery to further advance the local refining of gold produced in Ghana from the S-Model of Ndoko to Gold.”

“The GoldBod would continue to drive innovation, and in this regard, we have secured a parcel of land at the cargo village of the Kotoka International Airport to build an ultra-mordern ISO certified Assay Laboratory with the aim of changing Ghana’s assay regime from XRF and water density to the golden standard of assay – fire assay, for all gold produced in and/or exported from Ghana”.

Sammy Gyamfi added, “As part of the reset agenda of the Mahama-led administration, the GoldBod in conjunction with the Bank of Ghana, is partnering local refineries such as the Gold Coast Refinery to begin the local refining of gold purchased and exported by the GoldBod. Let me at this stage commend the Chamber of Mines for expressing their willingness to work with us to ensure the local refining of gold produced by large-scale mining firms in the country”.

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Court fines 4 GHC3,800 each or six months in jail over Kade SHTS teacher assault

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Court fines 4 GHC3,800 each or six months in jail over Kade SHTS teacher assault

The Kade Magistrate Court has fined four youths GHC 3,800 each for assaulting a teacher at Kade Senior High Technical School or face a six months in jail

The court was presided over by His Worship George Davis Ofori.

Reports suggest that the court specified that GHC 1,800 of each fine is payable to the court, while GHC 2,000 is to be paid as compensation to the victim.

The court further ruled that failure by any of the convicted individuals to pay the total fine will result in a six-month prison sentence.

This follows after the Ghana Police Service announced that five suspects who were accused of assaulting a teacher of Kade Senior High and Technical School (SHTS) have all been convicted.

According to the Police Service, the suspects were arrested from various hideouts and were arraigned before the Kade District Court.

On Wednesday, January 7, 2026, Felix Nana Danquah, Isaac ‘Dubai’ Okai, Edward ‘Missed Call’ Baah, Maxwell ‘Ozil’ Kwasi Antwi, and Richmond ‘Star Boy’ Yeboah were arraigned in court.

The five suspects were charged with conspiracy to commit a crime, to wit assault, assault.

All five suspects pleaded guilty and were convicted on their plea, with the court deferring sentencing to January 20, 2026.

Reports suggest the 2025 WASSCE students were arrested by the Cyber Security Unit of the Ghana Police Service and appeared in court today, January 7, 2026.

They were remanded into police custody pending a hearing on January 20, 2026.

It will be recalled that last year October 2025, a viral video captured students reportedly attacking the teacher after he refused to allow them to cheat in exams.

The attack was allegedly carried out in retaliation for the teachers who prevented them from cheating during the 2025 WASSCE.

Reports later surfaced that the parents of the students reached an out-of-court settlement with the teacher.

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Former NPP MP arrested in the U.S. for allegedly stabbing his wife

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Former NPP MP arrested in the U.S. for allegedly stabbing his wife

Valentino Nii Noi Nortey, a former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Klottey Korle, has been arrested in the United States.

According to reports, Valentino Nii Noi Nortey has been remanded into custody in Pennsylvania, USA, for allegedly stabbing his wife.

Reports from Lower Paxton Township Police reveal the incident occurred around 10 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, along Mayfair Drive in Pennsylvania.

On Monday, a statement released by the police provided an update, saying, “The woman was taken to the hospital by first responders and is currently in stable condition,” police confirmed, further clarifying that the event was an isolated domestic incident and that “there was never any threat to the public.”

According to abc27.com, the stabbing was part of a domestic incident.

Valentino Nii Noi Nortey is facing charges such as Criminal Attempt – Homicide, Possessing an Instrument of Crime with Intent to Use and Tampering with or Fabricating Physical Evidence.

Records show that the former NPP MP was arraigned before Magisterial District Judge David Judy and was denied bail due to the homicide charge and the circumstances of the arrest.

The former NPP MP is currently being held at the Dauphin County Prison as his legal team is preparing for a preliminary hearing scheduled for January 26, 2026.

Valentino Nii Noi Nortey was well known in the 2016 and 2020 election cycles when he rose to national prominence.

Ghanaians reacting to the former MPs’ arrest stated, “The sins they did on us are coming back to them one by one. NPP are curse. They will find problems one after another, the way they made this country bad and hard for us. For killing innocent people for power. They will suffer one by one”.

A netizen added, “This goes beyond political party affiliation. As a man, the best thing is to walk away if your partner begins to trouble you”.

One more Ghanaian added, “Ohh this is unfortunate. Sometimes your wife can get you so angry that if you don’t walk away, you might end up doing something stupid”.

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Ablakwa lacks temperament and competence, sack him –  Minority orders Mahama over US visa freeze

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Ablakwa lacks temperament and competence, sack him –  Minority orders Mahama over US visa freeze

The Minority Caucus in parliament has told President John Dramani Mahama to immediately sack Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.

According to the Minority Caucus, Ablakwa lacks the temperament and competence as a Foreign Minister.

The minority accused Ablakwa of repeated diplomatic missteps that have led to the recent U.S. visa policy affecting Ghanaian citizens.

The Minority argued that Ablakwa has chosen confrontation over negotiation, citing his public theatrics over professional discretion.

Nana Asafo‑Adjei Ayeh, delivering the minority statement in a press conference on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, stated, “Ghana has always been a model of stability and reliability abroad”.

“Under this Minister, that reputation is collapsing. We are now listed as a ‘migration risk’ by the United States and facing diplomatic setbacks with Israel and Europe—all preventable.”

He added, “A competent Foreign Minister engages quietly, anticipates challenges, and preserves alliances. Mr Ablakwa has chosen confrontation over negotiation and public theatrics over professional discretion. The cost has been borne by our people and our economy.”

The minority further referenced past Ghanaian diplomats, saying: “Ghanaians like Kofi Annan, Muhammad Mumuni, and Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey knew that influence is earned through reliability, not volume or social media applause. Our nation deserves no less today.”

“President Mahama must act decisively. This Minister has demonstrated he lacks the temperament and competence for the office. Ghana’s reputation and the welfare of our citizens demand immediate change”, he concluded.

The minority comments follow, the Trump administration who had announced that the United States is temporarily halting immigrant visa processing for Ghana, Nigeria and 73 other countries.

According to the U.S. State Department, the move takes effect January 21 and will remain in place indefinitely.

They highlighted that consular officers will reassess how visa applicants are evaluated to determine whether they may become overly dependent on U.S. public welfare systems.

Tommy Piggott, a spokesperson for the State Department, stated the move is intended to protect U.S. public resources.

“The State Department will use its long-standing authority to deem ineligible potential immigrants who would become a public charge on the United States and exploit the generosity of the American people,” Piggott told Fox News.

“Immigration from these 75 countries will be paused while the State Department reassesses immigration processing procedures to prevent the entry of foreign nationals who would take welfare and public benefits.”

Meanwhile, Emmanuel Victor Smith, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States, has clarified that the United States is only halting immigrant visas.

Ghana’s Ambassador to the US clarified that business or tourism visas, known as B1-B2 visas, remain unaffected by the temporary suspension.

In a Facebook post on Thursday, January 15, 2026, Ghana’s Ambassador to US Victor Smith explained that the directive applies strictly to immigrant visas.

Emmanuel Victor Smith wrote, “The US State Department confirms that B1-B2 visas will continue. Only immigrant visas are being paused”.

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Videos – Over 50 shops destroyed in Circle fire behind VVIP Station

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Videos – Over 50 shops destroyed in Circle fire behind VVIP Station

Over 50 mobile phone shops have been destroyed in a fire that erupted behind the VVIP Station at Kwame Nkrumah Circle.

The Circle fire started on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, around 10 a.m.

Personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service responded swiftly to bring the situation under control.

Officials from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and the Klotey Korle Municipal Assembly are also at the scene.

However, details about the exact cause of the blaze and whether any injuries or casualties were recorded are yet to be known.

A netizen who posted the news wrote, “A fire has broken out at Circle in Accra, just behind the Royal VVIP Station, sweeping through several structures.

Two fire tenders have been deployed to the scene as efforts to contain the blaze continue”.

Meanwhile, in related fire news, a domestic fire has consumed 14 rooms at Kukurizua in the Bawku West District of the Upper East Region.

A report from the Ghana Fire Service detailed that the domestic fire outbreak destroyed 14 rooms in a multiple-room residential building.

The Fire Service revealed they received a distress call after which firefighters were deployed just two minutes later at 1010 hours, with the team arriving at 1015 hours with the fire already raging.

The Firefighters worked swiftly to contain the blaze by 1055 hours and fully extinguished it at 1120 hours.

According to the Fire Service, 14 rooms were extensively damaged by the fire, with four other rooms salvaged by the actions of the firefighters.

The GNFS detailed that the fire destroyed portions of the building’s roofing, along with electronic appliances, furniture, and other household.

Also, no injuries or fatalities were reported.

Meanwhile, the Ghana National Fire Service are currently investigating the situation that led to the outbreak.

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“NPP used to feed pastors polling data to use as prophecy” – Karbo reveals 

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“NPP used to feed pastors polling data to use as prophecy” – Karbo reveals 

Anthony Abayifaa Karbo, a senior Advisor to the Bawumia Campaign, has shockingly revealed that when the NPP were in opposition, they were feeding pastors poll data to shape their election prophecies.

According to Anthony Abayifaa Karbo, most of the prophecies made by Ghanaian pastors concerning elections in the country are fake.

He asserted that he would not disclose the names of the prophet but stated that the NPP were feeding pastors with polling data.

He further highlighted that he believes in polls more than in the prophecies of pastors.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on January 19, 2026, Karbo stated, “Today, I have been seeing the prophets prophesying about things, but when we were in opposition, we were giving them the poll data to prophesy.

“I won’t mention their names. We gave them the poll data and told them that the economic intelligence unit had provided statistics showing who is winning or losing, and they arranged it in a prophecy.

If any pastor claims that he sees things, he should open branches in the five northern regions. Why is he always in Accra?” he questioned.

His remarks come at a time when Ghanaian prophets have been left divided following their conflicting 2026 prophecies regarding the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential election on January 31, 2026.

Some Ghanaian prophets have revealed that the former vice president and NPP flagbearer for the 2024 elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, will emerged victories; others also stressed that Kennedy Agyapong, the former Assin Central MP, will be declared victorious.

In the short 32-second video compilation of the Prophets prophets shared on social media, Prophet Roja stated, “Kennedy has won the election handsdown”.

Nigel Gaisie also stated, “I saw Dr Bawumia take it”.

Also, the General Overseer of Spiritlife Revival Ministries, Prophet Bernard Elbernard Nelson-Eshun, said, “Bawumia will not lead the New Patriotic Party”.

Prophet Elijah King, “I saw Bawumia as the winner of the NPP presidential seat”.

Subsequently, another man of God in the video stated, “I saw Hon Ken leading the NPP to become president”.

Rev Owusu Bempah added, “ Dr Bawumia say he wants to be president in this country, we shall see?”

Prophet Eric Boahen Uche, commonly known as Prophet Uche, the Founder-Leader of Creator’s House Chapel, maintained, “ I saw Bawumia winning the primaries”.

Meanwhile, Mussa Dankwah, the Global InfoAnalytics Executive Director, has broken his silence on Ghanaian Prophets prophesying victory for different candidates to win the NPP Primaries.

According to Mussa Dankwah, he would rather stick to his data, which does not give conflicting statements.

Speaking on Metro TV, Mussah Dankwah stated, “Yes, I have been following a few of them, and some of them are very emphatic about their prophecies, and they believe comes from God.

Let’s see, you have another person predicting another person the same prophets, men of God, but the data will just pick one person. The data does not give a conflicting statement.

I will rather stick to my data and wait for what God does on 31st January”.

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“No Hiding Place for Corruption”- Arise Ghana storms US Embassy Accra to demand Ofori-Atta’s return

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“No Hiding Place for Corruption”- Arise Ghana storms US Embassy Accra to demand Ofori-Atta’s return

On Tuesday, January 20, 2026, members of the pressure group Arise Ghana stormed the United States Embassy in Accra, demanding the return of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta.

The Arise Ghana protesters gathered outside the embassy premises, clad in red and black attire, called on U.S. authorities to cooperate with Ghanaian institutions to ensure the return of embattled Ken Ofori-Atta.

The group were with placards bearing inscriptions such as “Let Ofori-Atta Face Justice,” “Ken’s Leadership Killed Ghanaians”, “Ken Is Needed in Ghana, ‘Bring Ken Home”, and “No Hiding Place for Corruption.”

Bernard Monah an PNC member, speaking to the media, stated, “We all know that as of now, Ken Ofori-Atta is no longer sick. He went to the U.S. to seek medical attention, and now he has healed himself and overstayed his visa. When he was flagged to be arrested, he went ahead to apply to be a permanent citizen of America.”

“This means that he has no plan to return to Ghana. He is avoiding coming back to face justice.”

 “So today is the beginning. We will stay here from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., and we will come back tomorrow as well.

“We agreed with the police to protest for two weeks. After the two weeks, we have decided to do a sleepover here until the U.S. finds the need to bring Ken Ofori-Atta,” he said.

Meanwhile, Ken Ofori-Atta is expected to face a U.S. court on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, over his immigration violations.

According to reports, Ken Ofori-Atta’s hearing will be a virtual one.

Ken Ofori-Atta has been described by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)  as an illegal alien.

According to an ICE spokesperson, Ken Ofori-Atta is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in his home country.

ICE detailed that Ken Ofori-Atta entered the United States on May 28, 2025, on a visitor’s visa with an expiration date of November 27, 2025.

Also, Frank Davies, a lawyer for Ken Ofori-Atta, has said his client is happy ahead of his immigration hearing on January 20, 2026.

According to Frank Davies, his client is happy, and Ken Ofori-Atta’s lawyers in the US are also happy.

Speaking in an interview on JoyNews Today on Monday, January 19, Frank Davies revealed, “Ken Ofori-Atta is happy. Our counterpart lawyers in America are happy. We are all waiting for the hearing tomorrow, which will be virtual”.

“What is happening tomorrow is a purely immigration matter. It has nothing to do with any extradition process, whether they call it revocation of visa or whatever,” he said.

He added, “Tomorrow is an immigration hearing for an adjustment of his immigration status in America, simply nothing more, nothing less. After tomorrow, we will all know the position.”

“I have never seen a liar like our former flagbearer” – Ken fires Bawumia over Wontumi’s comment

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“I have never seen a liar like our former flagbearer” – Ken fires Bawumia over Wontumi’s comment

Ken Agyapong an New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, has launched a scathing attack on former Vice President and flagbearer Dr Mahamudu Bawumia over a comment made by Chairman Wontumi.

In a viral video shared on Facebook, Ken Agyapong fired a shot at Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, calling him a liar over a comment he alleged was made by the 2024 flagbearer of the NPP.

Ken Agyapong’s outburst stems from comments made by the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi.

According to Wontumi, Professor Adu Boahen was not retained by delegates in 1996 after contesting the 1992 election due to poor health.

Chairman Wontumi made these claims while speaking to NPP delegates in the Ashanti Region.

He noted that the claim is in a book authored by Apenten Appiah-Menka, who was an associate of Professor Adu Boahen.  

Kennedy Agyapong, reacting to the statement, fired a personal attack at Dr Bawumia, calling him a liar.

Mr Agyapong stated, “I have never seen a liar like our former flagbearer before. This man is a liar for saying that Adu Boahen did not contest because he was sick, you should not vote for a liar, a man who is lying to have power”.

“Listen to the history, Adu Boahen contested in 1992, and he won but lost the general election in 1996. The former flagbearer is in Kumasi, saying Adu Boahen was sick.  Kufuor contested Adu Boahen, and he beat him to become the flagbeaerr, he was fighting to go on oppose, and they did not agree.  

Someone who wants to lead this country, and you are lying and distorting history, don’t vote for someone like this. He has been given a nickname that he is a liar. He is a liar, and the people will not vote for him”.

He added, “When I heard him yesterday, a presidential candidate who wants people to vote for him will look eyeball and eyeball and lie, he is a big liar for saying Adu Boahen was sick, go and check history, I am more popular in this country than him, those who know him know him as a liar that is why we lost”.

Ken Agyapong added that the NPP lost in all of the Northern region, but Bawumia is claiming he got the highest votes, adding that Akufo-Addo had 20 parliamentary seats, but today the NPP has 10.

Meanwhile, Isaac Yaw Boamah-Nyarko, a member of parliament for Effia and a member of the NPP presidential election committee, has revealed that all presidential aspirants will sign a peace pact on Thursday, January 22.

According to him, the move is to prevent internal divisions and to ensure a peaceful flagbearer election.

He highlighted that the initiative is meant to shield the party from factional tensions and security incidents.

The MP further detailed that the Ghana Police Service will oversee security during the election, adding that no machismo, no bodyguardism will be entertained.

Speaking on Asaase Radio’s The Forum, Isaac Yaw Boamah-Nyarko detailed, “On Thursday, we are going to sign the peace pact. All the aspirants, together with our former presidents and the Peace Council, will sign a peace pact that commits them to the outcome of the election. The peace pact is to make it clear that whether you win or lose, you owe it to the party to pull everybody along,” he said.

“This party has survived worse moments,” he said.

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BREAKING – Legendary gospel musician Yaw Sarpong dead

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BREAKING – Legendary gospel musician Yaw Sarpong dead

Yaw Sarpong, a legendary gospel musician, has died.

Reports suggest that Yaw Sarpong died on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at the Emena Hospital in Kumasi.

His death was confirmed by artiste manager Nana Poku Ashis.

Sources close to his family revealed the legendary gospel musician was receiving medical care at the hospital.

The late Yaw Sarpong was widely respected for his groundbreaking contributions to Ghanaian gospel music.

He rose to fame as the long-time leader of the Asomafoɔ Gospel Band, with whom he produced several timeless gospel classics.

His music helped shape contemporary gospel music in Ghana.

His work earned him immense respect within the Christian community and the wider music industry over the years.

Many younger gospel artistes cite him as a major influence on their musical journeys.

The late Yaw Sarpong has been in music for nearly 5 decades, with his first album coming out in 1981, “Adesrede”.

His hit gospel songs include  ‘Awurade Kasa,’ ‘Tie Obiaa,’ and ‘Wo Haw Ne Hwan.’

Last year at the 2025 Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMAs), Yaw Sarpong was honoured with a prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to Ghanaian gospel.

Taxi driver shot and killed by a woman at Tetegu Overhead

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Taxi driver shot and killed by a woman at Tetegu Overhead

A woman has allegedly shot and killed a taxi driver at Tetegu overhead on the Accra-Kasoa highway in the Weija-Gbawe Municipality.

Reports suggest the taxi driver was shot on Monday Janurary 19, 2026, around 11:16 p.m.

According to eyewitnesses, the incident may be linked to a robbery attempt.

Eyewitnesses suggest the incident ensued following an argument in which the woman threatened and later fired two shots to the rib area and shoulder of the driver.

Reports suggest the woman, after murdering the taxi driver, attempted to flee the scene but was hit by another vehicle and was arrested by a police patrol team.

In a viral video shared on X, the woman was seen being taken away by the police. The video also showed the lifeless body of the taxi driver still in his car.

In a post sharing the video on the incident on the social media platform X, EDHUB stated, “A taxi driver was shot and killed at Tetegu Overhead at about 11:16 p.m. last night, in an incident eyewitnesses believe may have been linked to a robbery attempt. Witnesses said an argument allegedly broke out inside the vehicle, during which a woman threatened to shoot the driver before allegedly firing two shots, hitting him in the rib area and the shoulder.

The suspect later attempted to flee but was struck by a passing vehicle. She was subsequently arrested by a police patrol team that had been alerted to the incident and was quickly removed from the scene to prevent a possible mob attack”.

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians reacting to the tragic news wrote, “This is absolutely heartbreaking and tragic. How on earth did she manage to obtain a firearm? Our security and intelligence agencies urgently need to strengthen their efforts to prevent such incidents and truly safeguard our communities”.

A netizen added, “People need to be taught the psychology behind handling a gun. The fact that you own one doesn’t mean you are always right to use it. Possessing a gun can make you think you need to show ‘action’ at the least provocation, which will easily make you act irrational”.

Another X user stated, “Somebody who is this wicked shouldn’t be protected by the law. The police should have delayed because the mob would teach her a lesson”

Additionally, one more netizen stated, “I don’t know what went on there, but all I know is, thieves disguised themselves as taxi drivers on that stretch. My mom was a victim of that”.

“I will keep saying this, the rate at which civilians have access to firearms in the country is becoming alarming. Security services, CID, and Ghana Police should take a serious look at it or we will all face the consequences sooner than later”, one more X user added.

One last Ghanaian added, “Hmmmmmmm, there is a saying everyone is capable of doing something or anything oo so Be careful of human beings.. woman hmm the world is changing ooo”.

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“Ghanaians reaping the benefits of initiatives led by Dr Bawumia” – Sammi Awuku

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“Ghanaians reaping the benefits of initiatives led by Dr Bawumia” – Sammi Awuku

Sammi Awuku, the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North and a key figure in the Bawumia campaign, has made a shocking claim regarding the current state of Ghana.

According to Sammi Awuku, the Ghanaians are reaping the benefits of initiatives led by former vice president Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

The NPP MP is quoted by UTV Ghana to have said, Ghanaians are reaping the benefits of initiatives led by Dr Bawumia during his time as Vice President”.

Sammi Awuku’s remarks have sparked debate on social media, with some netizens saying, “But if the dollar goes up, NDC loses IMF. Give us a break and go rebuild the mighty npp”

A netizen added, “I’m getting confused with my own @nppghanahq and@Mbawumia Is the economy going well OR bad? We’re too divided, why? In one breath, the economy is hard under @JDMahama, then the achievements of the @OfficialNDCGh and @JDMahama are the initiative of @MBawumia. Like how?”.

One X user added, “@DennisMiracles@Gen_Buhari_and some comedians are saying the country is hard”

“So it’s no more: He was sidelined. He was just the mate. He was not handling the economy. He was not the finance minister. Every good thing that happened was by Bawums, but the bad ones were Addo Dee and Ken Ofori Atta, Russian Ukrainian war, Covid 19…. Yate wai, 2028 b3ba p3333”, an X user asserted.

Additionally, one more Ghanaian added, “I thought Miracles Aboagye and his Bawumia cohorts say Ghana is hard. What is Sammy Awuku saying now? Is it that Ghanaians are reaping hardship as reported by Miracles?”

Meanwhile, Sammi Awuku’s claims contrast with Dennis Miracles Aboagye, who has said prices of goods and services are rising despite the fall of the US dollar to the cedi. 

According to Miracles Aboagye, Ghacem, which was GH¢90 now GH¢120; roofing sheets, which were GH¢900, are now GH¢2000.

The NPP communicator asserted that when Ghanaians are complaining about the rising prices, the NDC government keeps saying the dollar has come down.

Miracles Aboagye stressed that the government needs to come clean and tell Ghanaians the truth about the rise in prices despite the appreciation of the cedi to the dollar.

Speaking at a forum assessing the government’s first year in office, dubbed the People’s Forum, Miracles Aboagye stated, “When the trotro drivers and taxi drivers complain, the NDC government says the dollar has come down. When market women complain, the government says the dollar has come down. And when unemployed teachers and nurses ask for what is due them, they are told to keep quiet because the dollar has come down”.

The view on the people’s forum is that the government needs to come clean with us; they need to tell us the truth, something is going on somewhere that they are not telling us. How is it that the dollar has come down, yet prices of day-to-day items that you and I will benefit from will go up?

They keep saying the market is wicked, the business people are wicked, and that is why they are not reducing prices”.

Miracles Aboagye further explained, “If I am a cold store owner and my import costs fall because the dollar is down, but I am paying 28% more for electricity and higher water bills, how will I reduce prices of meat or other products?” he asked.

Cement 42.5 R Ghacem, which was 90 cedis in December 2024, today it is selling between 110 and 120 cedis. Roofing sheets that were 900 cedis in 2024 are selling for 2000 cedis. 

He added, “A ball of Kenkey that they campaigned with, today Kenkey is selling for 7 cedis, and other places in Koforidua, the women are telling me that they are buying Kenkey for GH¢10. A pack of bottled water that was selling for 28 cedis, it’s selling for GH¢36, sachet water was GHS 8, now GHS 10, “he said.

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“No machismo, no bodyguardism will be entertained” – MP warns ahead of NPP primaries

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“No machismo, no bodyguardism will be entertained” – MP warns ahead of NPP primaries

Isaac Yaw Boamah-Nyarko, a member of parliament for Effia and a member of the NPP presidential election committee, has said no machismo, no bodyguardism will be entertained during the NPP’s primaries.

According to the MP, the Ghana Police Service will oversee security during the election.

He also revealed that all presidential aspirants will sign a peace pact on Thursday, January 22.

Isaac Yaw Boamah-Nyarko added that the move is to prevent internal divisions and to ensure a peaceful flagbearer election.

He highlighted that the initiative is meant to shield the party from factional tensions and security incidents.

Speaking on Asaase Radio’s The Forum, Isaac Yaw Boamah-Nyarko detailed, “On Thursday, we are going to sign the peace pact. All the aspirants, together with our former presidents and the Peace Council, will sign a peace pact that commits them to the outcome of the election. The peace pact is to make it clear that whether you win or lose, you owe it to the party to pull everybody along,” he said.

“This party has survived worse moments,” he said.

Also, Justin Kodua Frimpong, General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has said the party is bigger than all five candidates contesting the flagbearership election.

The NPP General Secretary assured party members that the upcoming presidential primaries will be conducted freely, fairly, and transparently.

According to him, the NPP is bigger than all five candidates, and members must prioritise the long-term interests of the party. 

Speaking in an interview with JoyNews, Justin Frimpong stated, “The most important thing that the rank and file of our party must understand is that the NPP is bigger than all those five people who are contesting. At the end of the day, just as we have had several party stakeholders who contested in the previous election, this is their time. They will come, they will go, but the NPP will remain the NPP”.

“At the end of the day, if I lose the election and the processes were not fair, then it gives me the reason to rock the boat. It gives me the reason to stay back and say, ‘Well, you have decided to skew the process to favour a particular person. So, you go and do your own campaign. We don’t want that situation,’” he explained.

“Our supreme interest is to make sure that we go into the election as a united front. Then after the election, we remain as a united front, rather than scheming the process for one particular person,” Mr Frimpong added.

Meanwhile, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah, the Founder and Leader of the Glorious Word Power Ministries International, has dropped a prophecy ahead of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries on January 31, 2026.

According to the man of God, if care is not taken, the NPP primaries will be chaotic with bloodshed, people losing their lives, leading to division in the party.

Speaking during the 2025 31st Night Service, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah stated, “NPP, please listen to this. Don’t despise what I’m saying to you… I saw an image which had human characteristics; it was like a human being. And this personality was standing in the midst of the contestants who were contesting in the flagbearership race.

“I saw that the personality, the image standing in the midst of the contestants, was bleeding, and I was asking God, what is the significance of this? And God said to me that the party’s election, if care is not taken and they are not careful enough, will become chaotic and there will be bloodshed, and some people will lose their lives in the process, and it will lead to division in the party,” he said.

He added, “Don’t despise what I’m saying. This is not politics; I’m not doing politics here. This is about the lives of people.”

“Don’t spoil your vote, Bawumia is going to win” – Annoh-Dompreh to NPP delegates

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“Don’t spoil your vote, Bawumia is going to win” – Annoh-Dompreh to NPP delegates

Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Minority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for Nsawam-Adoagyiri, has told New Patriotic Party (NPP) delegates not to go and spoil their votes as he rallies support for Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

According to Frank Annoh-Dompreh, Bawumia is going to win the NPP presidential election, so delegates should not waste their vote by voting for other candidates.

The MP stressed that the NPP must be united behind a clear frontrunner for the rebuilding efforts of the party.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh stated, “Bawumia is going to win the forthcoming presidential primaries. So don’t go and spoil your vote,“

Dr Adutwum is my close friend, and we all worship as members of the Church of Pentecost. We even met at the business committee, and I told him, my brother, this battle is not yours,” Mr Annoh-Dompreh stated.

Frank Annoh-Dompreh further added that leadership succession within the party should be guided by long-term vision. He further told the other NPP aspirants, “This is not your time, although your time will come”.

The Nsawam-Adoagyiri MP reechoed his confidence that Dr Bawumia remains the best positioned to lead the party into the next general elections.

Also, Samuel Atta Akyea, a former Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, has warned the New Patriotic Party (NPP) against presenting a new presidential candidate for the 2028 elections.

Atta Akyea reminded the New Patriotic Party of Dr Bawumia’s performance in the 2024 elections, which he noted was in a difficult political environment.

According to Atta Akyea, internal assessments revealed Dr Mahamudu Bawumia was not a factor in the defeat, but rather voter fatigue after eight years in government.

Atta Akyea claimed that the ruling NDC would face challenges introducing a new candidate against Dr Bawumia, who he said already enjoys strong national recognition and credibility.

The former Abuakwa South MP warned that abandoning Dr Bawumia to present a new candidate would be a gamble for the NPP.

Speaking on Metro TV on Thursday, January 15, 2026,  Atta Akyea explained, “I am trying to show the arithmetic that when the situation was terribly bad, the persona of the man attracted him the 41 per cent that he got in the election. Common sense will suggest that we show him again,” he said.

“We have to lift him up again and then add about nine per cent to cross the 50 plus one mark. That is how we get him as president,” he stated.

“By the time the NDC brings a new candidate against Bawumia, who is already marketed and whose figures are in his favour, I am telling you there is nobody they will bring who will have the national appeal and the doctoral appeal more than Bawumia,” he added.

He added, “If we decide to start afresh with new people and allow the NDC to use propaganda against them, that will be a lottery the NPP should not get involved in”.

Police arrest three more suspects in the Adabraka Gold heist

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Police arrest three more suspects in the Adabraka Gold heist

The Ghana Police have announced the arrest of three more suspects linked to the Adabraka gold robbery.

According to reports, the Police arrested three additional suspects on Monday, January 19, 2026, in Ashaiman.

The three suspects have been identified as Nashiru Abubakari, also known as Soldier; Fatao Mohammed, popularly called Motorway; and a third suspect known as 50 Cent.

Following the arrest of the three suspects in Ashaiman, the total number of suspects arrested now stands at seven.

The suspects are currently in police custody and will be processed for court, while the police work on apprehending other accomplices believed to be linked to the robbery.

Also, the Police some days ago, announced that they have retrieved a vehicle linked to the Adabraka Gold heist.

According to the Police statement, a Toyota Highlander vehicle suspected of having been used in the Adabraka Gold Robbery in November 2024 has been recovered on January 15, 2026.

The Police statement reveals the vehicle was recovered at Ashaiman, Lebanon, from its owner, suspect Abdul Samid Larry, commonly known as “Touch.”

The Police confirmed the suspect has been arrested during the operation, with the Toyota Highlander impounded as an exhibit.

In a Facebook post, the Police statement read, “POLICE RETRIEVE VEHICLE USED IN ADABRAKA GOLD JEWELLERY SHOP ROBBERY

The Ghana Police Service has retrieved a Toyota Highlander vehicle used in the infamous Adabraka Gold Jewellery Shop robbery that occurred in November 2024. The retrieval forms part of ongoing investigations into the high-profile robbery case.

The vehicle was recovered from its owner, suspect Abdul Samid Larry, popularly known as “Touch,” at Ashaiman, Lebanon, on 15th January 2026. The suspect was arrested during the operation, while the Toyota Highlander, identified as an exhibit in the robbery case, was impounded for further investigations.

The suspect is currently in lawful custody, assisting investigations as police work to establish his level of involvement and trace other persons connected to the crime.

The Ghana Police Service assures the public that investigations into the Adabraka Gold Jewellery Shop robbery are ongoing and reiterates its commitment to bringing all persons involved to face the full rigours of the law.

It will be recalled that the Adabraka robbery happened when a group of armed men robbed a jewellery shop in broad daylight.

Viral videos from the robbery showed at least five heavily built men wielding various firearms and firing shots into the air.

Owners of the jewellery shop claimed that over GH¢7.5m was stolen from in the Adabraka daylight robbery.

Murder suspect hangs himself to death in Police Custody

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Murder suspect hangs himself to death in Police Custody

Agbey Avi, the prime suspect in the murder of Raphael Ganyo, a resource guard at Kalakpa Resource Reserve, has allegedly committed suicide in Police custody.

Days after his arrest, the suspect was found in the police cell with a blanket provided for sleeping, strapping his neck to a metal bar around the window.

Agbey Avi was arrested on Friday, January 9, following the murder of der of Ganyo in the early hours of January 6.

The deceased Agbey Avi was a hunter who had served multiple prison terms and, paying a fine as well as signing a bond never to enter the Reserve.

John Parker Atingah, Park Manager, Kalakpa Resource Reserve, stated, “We had several suspects in mind…, narrowed it to one key suspect, Agbey Avi. We kept monitoring and surveying, and on Friday, we had information that he was trying to escape. Collaboration among my men, the Anyirawase Police and community members led to his arrest”,

Francis Dusey, the District Chief Executive of Ho West and Chairman of the District Security Council (DISEC), said the arrest of the suspect followed an intense collaborative arrangement.

The Chairman added, “The police conducted investigations, and the suspect admitted opening fire on the Forestry Commission guard. His confession was recorded on audio”.

“He used the blanket provided to him, tearing it with his teeth and hanging himself,” he disclosed.

The news post shared by the State News on January 19, 2026, read, “Murder Suspect Found Dead in Police Custody.

Agbey Avi, the prime suspect in the murder of Raphael Ganyo, a resource guard at the Kalakpa Resource Reserve in the Volta Region, has reportedly died by suicide while in police detention at the Anyirawase Police Station.

Police sources say Agbey was discovered dead in his cell days after his arrest. He is alleged to have hanged himself using a blanket provided for sleeping, which he tied to a metal bar near the window in the inner cell.

Agbey, who was previously convicted multiple times for poaching in the reserve, had been taken into custody following the killing of the resource guard. Authorities are expected to launch an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death”.

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“We will bring Boko Haram to Ghana; No justice, No Peace” – Mamprusi natives protest

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“We will bring Boko Haram to Ghana; No justice, No Peace” – Mamprusi natives protest

Some Mamprusi natives yesterday, January 19, 2026, protested the continuous detention of Alhaji Seidu Abagre, whom they describe as the original chief of Bawku.

According to one of the protesting Mamprusi natives, they will bring Boko Haram to Ghana if they do not get justice.

Speaking in a viral video, the Mamprusi native stated, “God will strike him, we will never recognise him,  where is he from, thinking that you could use force to intimidate us. Never, this is just the beginning, Wallahi, we will never surrender, we will bring Boko Haram to Ghana.

Another Mamprusi in the video added,  “No justice, no peace”

One more Mamprusi, “Where have you seen that a president selects a chief?”  

The Mamprusi natives’ comments protest follows the continuous detention of Alhaji Seidu Abagre, also known as Naa Sheriga Kulga II.

Alhaji Seidu Abagre was remanded into the custody of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) after the Accra High Court refused his bail application.

Alhaji Seidu Abagre has been formally charged with impersonating a chief without proper qualifications and inciting riots in connection with the Bawku chieftaincy dispute.

Alhaji Seidu Abagre, a 79-year-old retired teacher removed from Bawku following recommendations in the Asantehene’s mediation report on the chieftaincy dispute, was charged with four offences, including acting as a chief without qualification, provocation of riot, offensive conduct likely to breach the peace, and fighting with weapons.

During his arraignment on January 19, he pleaded not guilty to all four charges.

The court rejected his bail application after the State argued that his release could threaten national security and disturb the peace in Bawku.

The court, in its ruling, acknowledged the constitutional pillars of the presumption of innocence and the right to personal liberty.

However, the High Court held that specific circumstances warranted denying bail, siding with the State’s argument on public safety.

Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney-General representing the state, argued that releasing Alhaji Abagre could threaten the fragile peace in Bawku.

“The Republic has a duty to maintain public safety, peace, and order,” Dr Srem-Sai

Lawyer Martin Kpebu, Martin Kpebu argued that Alhaji Abagre was held unlawfully for 26 days without being informed of any charges.

“The State has spent weeks looking for charges to prefer against the accused”, Kpebu stated.

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‘Illegal alien’ Ken Ofori-Atta faces a US Court today

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‘Illegal alien’ Ken Ofori-Atta faces a US Court today

Ken Ofori-Atta, the embattled Former Finance Minister, is expected to face a U.S. court on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, over his immigration violations.

According to reports, Ken Ofori-Atta’s hearing will be a virtual one.

Ken Ofori-Atta has been described by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)  as an illegal alien.

According to an ICE spokesperson, Ken Ofori-Atta is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in his home country.

ICE detailed that Ken Ofori-Atta entered the United States on May 28, 2025, on a visitor’s visa with an expiration date of November 27, 2025.

The ICE spokesperson responding to Tv3’s Joseph Ackah-Blay is quoted to have said, “Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta is an illegal alien from Ghana who is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in his home country. He entered the United States on May 28, 2025, on a visitor’s visa with an expiration date of November 27, 2025. Ofori-Atta overstayed his permitted admission”.

“He has been issued a notice to appear and will remain in ICE custody. He will be given due process before a Justice Department immigration judge,” the spokesperson said.

“The Trump administration has been abundantly clear: aliens must respect our laws or face the consequences. Overstaying a visa is an immigration law violation that can result in deportation,” he added.

Also, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, has shared more details regarding former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, pending US court appearance.

Speaking in an interview on Starr FM, Dr Ayine reiterated that his office is not investigating Ken Ofori-Atta in the SML scandal.

He, however, added that his office is currently investigating Ken Ofori-Atta over several other cases, including transactions and activities during his tenure as Minister of Finance.

According to AG Ayine, the Ken Ofori-Atta case at the US court is more serious than he thought, adding that Ghanaians will know what the US judge decides regarding his immigration status on January 20.

Dr Dominic Ayine stated, “The possibility is very high, and he could either self-deport or face deportation by the immigration judge on January 20. So after the hearing, we will get to know what the judge decides regarding his immigration status. But it’s more serious than I thought,” he said.

“I also mentioned that there are other investigations ongoing. So it is not only the SML investigation, which has been conducted by the OSP, that may lead to issues of accountability or alleged criminality. There are other investigations that I am undertaking, which will be announced at the appropriate time,” he added.

Meanwhile, Frank Davies, a lawyer for Ken Ofori-Atta, has said his client is happy ahead of his immigration hearing on January 20, 2026.

According to Frank Davies, his client is happy, and Ken Ofori-Atta’s lawyers in the US are also happy.

Speaking in an interview on JoyNews Today on Monday, January 19, Frank Davies revealed, “Ken Ofori-Atta is happy. Our counterpart lawyers in America are happy. We are all waiting for the hearing tomorrow, which will be virtual”.

“What is happening tomorrow is a purely immigration matter. It has nothing to do with any extradition process, whether they call it revocation of visa or whatever,” he said.

He added, “Tomorrow is an immigration hearing for an adjustment of his immigration status in America, simply nothing more, nothing less. After tomorrow, we will all know the position.”

Transport Ministry to probe 313 Metro Mass buses auctioned for GH¢2,500 each

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Transport Ministry to probe 313 Metro Mass buses auctioned for GH¢2,500 each

Joseph Nikpe Bukari, the Minister of Transport, has launched an investigation into the reports surrounding the auctioning of over 300 Metro Mass Transit buses under the Akufo-Addo government.

Speaking to the media in Accra on Monday, January 19, the Transport Minister stated, “As for the auctions, this was what we had, but the boards are going through to see whether or not they were of correct merit for that amount,” he said.

He added, “It is not something that I can just say that it was whether over or it was not unduly priced but it was auctions that they did, and if we need to question or to go into it, I’ve instructed all the management and boards to have a second look at it, and then we’ll see what happens next.”

“But the reality today is how do we improve on the situation we have at hand, and we have come out with these measures with the unions, and I believe that this will bring some relief to our commuters,” he said.

His remarks follows, Haroun Apaw Wiredu, the Deputy Managing Director of Metro Mass Transit, has revealed that 313 Metro Mass buses were sold for GHC2,500 each in October 2020.

According to the Deputy MD, the 313 buses were sold after they were declared unserviceable, adding that the buses had minor issues but were deliberately written off and sold cheaply to cronies.

The Deputy MD of Metro Mass Transit Ltd asserted that the company was run like a criminal scheme known as “cannibalisation” under the previous government.

Speaking on Accra-based TV3, Mr Wiredu, “By 2017, when the previous government took the reins of power, it will surprise you to know that around 2017 and 2018, they declared over 400 buses unserviceable. Those buses were scrapped and sold to certain individuals associated with the system”.

“Then, two months before the 2020 election in October, another 313 buses were sold among some cronies. When I reviewed the report, I realised that a whole Metro Mass bus was sold for a paltry GH¢2,500,” Mr Wiredu added.

“What we realised was that the then management was involved in a business we called cannibalisation. Cannibalisation is a deliberate act—they saw scrapping buses as a low-hanging fruit, a way to milk the system,” he said.

He further added, “Deliberately, they would remove parts from a bus, and when it reached a certain point, they declared it unserviceable. Once declared unserviceable, they would call someone to buy it for, say, GH¢2,500 official fee”.

“We commissioned external auditors to get this issue resolved once and for all, and they submitted a draft report to us last week for our consideration,” he added.

Meanwhile, Godfred Abulbire, the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU), has announced plans to deploy a task force to deal with drivers charging exorbitant fares.

According to the General Secretary of the GPRTU, Godfred Abulbire, the enforcement exercise is expected to begin on Monday, January 19, 2026.

Godfred Abulbire highlighted that the Union will deploy its personnel at known locations where drivers exploit passengers.

Speaking to Citi News on Sunday, January 18, Godfred Abulbire stated, “What the drivers fear is banning them from loading. We have our own task force to ensure that they can’t go anywhere.

From what we have discussed, we have decided that on Monday, we will deploy most of our guys to all the vantage points where these exploitations take place to check if indeed these are our cars or not”.

“We will begin to brand our cars with GPRTU on them. If we see that you then go out to exploit people, we will fish you out and then take you out of the union,” he added.

313 Metro Mass buses were sold for GHC2,500 each in 2020 – Deputy MD

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313 Metro Mass buses were sold for GHC2,500 each in 2020 – Deputy MD

Haroun Apaw Wiredu, the Deputy Managing Director of Metro Mass Transit, has revealed that 313 Metro Mass buses were sold for GHC2,500 each in October 2020.

According to the Deputy MD, the 313 buses were sold after they were declared unserviceable, adding that the buses had minor issues but were deliberately written off and sold cheaply to cronies.

The Deputy MD of Metro Mass Transit Ltd asserted that the company was run like a criminal scheme known as “cannibalisation” under the previous government.

Speaking on Accra-based TV3, Mr Wiredu, “By 2017, when the previous government took the reins of power, it will surprise you to know that around 2017 and 2018, they declared over 400 buses unserviceable. Those buses were scrapped and sold to certain individuals associated with the system”.

“Then, two months before the 2020 election in October, another 313 buses were sold among some cronies. When I reviewed the report, I realised that a whole Metro Mass bus was sold for a paltry GH¢2,500,” Mr Wiredu added.

“What we realised was that the then management was involved in a business we called cannibalisation. Cannibalisation is a deliberate act—they saw scrapping buses as a low-hanging fruit, a way to milk the system,” he said.

He further added, “Deliberately, they would remove parts from a bus, and when it reached a certain point, they declared it unserviceable. Once declared unserviceable, they would call someone to buy it for, say, GH¢2,500 official fee”.

“We commissioned external auditors to get this issue resolved once and for all, and they submitted a draft report to us last week for our consideration,” he added.

Meanwhile, Joseph Nikpe Bukari, the Minister of Transport, has launched an investigation into the reports surrounding the auctioning of over 300 Metro Mass Transit buses under the Akufo-Addo government.

Speaking to the media in Accra on Monday, January 19, the Transport Minister stated, “As for the auctions, this was what we had, but the boards are going through to see whether or not they were of correct merit for that amount,” he said.

He added, “It is not something that I can just say that it was whether over or it was not unduly priced but it was auctions that they did, and if we need to question or to go into it, I’ve instructed all the management and boards to have a second look at it, and then we’ll see what happens next.”

“But the reality today is how do we improve on the situation we have at hand, and we have come out with these measures with the unions, and I believe that this will bring some relief to our commuters,” he said.

Furthermore, Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, the Vice President, has assured Ghanaians that the government is aware of the transport crisis and steps are being taken to address the situation.

Speaking at a stakeholder meeting on Friday, January 16, Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang recognised the difficulties currently faced by commuters. 

The Vice President stated, “Sometimes, the problem is caused by all kinds of situations, including even exploitation by some of our own drivers, long queues at bus stops and terminals, congestion and all kinds of stress that come with the situation”.

“We want our fellow countrymen and women to be aware that government is not blind to the situation, that we have not seen and we don’t care. We don’t think it is somebody’s problem; it is everybody’s problem. That is why I started by saying that we need to team up to find the solutions.”

The vice president further announced that the government will roll out buses for both public and private transport operators.

She added, “His Excellency has asked me to assure all of you that he will give support to Metro Mass, Aayalolo and the private sector with new high-occupancy buses in order to augment the services in the medium term”.

“We also have plans to ensure that those that need to be repaired, the processes will be expedited to ensure they can put more buses on the road as soon as possible,” she added.

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Alhaji Seidu Abagre denied bail, remanded into NIB custody

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Alhaji Seidu Abagre denied bail, remanded into NIB custody

Alhaji Seidu Abagre, also known as Naa Sheriga Kulga II, has been remanded into the custody of the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) after the Accra High Court refused his bail application.

Alhaji Seidu Abagre has been formally charged with impersonating a chief without proper qualifications and inciting riots in connection with the Bawku chieftaincy dispute.

Alhaji Seidu Abagre, a 79-year-old retired teacher removed from Bawku following recommendations in the Asantehene’s mediation report on the chieftaincy dispute, was charged with four offences, including acting as a chief without qualification, provocation of riot, offensive conduct likely to breach the peace, and fighting with weapons.

During his arraignment on January 19, he pleaded not guilty to all four charges.

The court rejected his bail application after the State argued that his release could threaten national security and disturb the peace in Bawku.

The court, in its ruling, acknowledged the constitutional pillars of the presumption of innocence and the right to personal liberty.

However, the High Court held that specific circumstances warranted denying bail, siding with the State’s argument on public safety.

Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney-General representing the state, argued that releasing Alhaji Abagre could threaten the fragile peace in Bawku.

“The Republic has a duty to maintain public safety, peace, and order,” Dr Srem-Sai

Lawyer Martin Kpebu, Martin Kpebu argued that Alhaji Abagre was held unlawfully for 26 days without being informed of any charges.

“The State has spent weeks looking for charges to prefer against the accused”, Kpebu stated.

Meanwhile, the Ministry of the Interior, in a brief statement last year, announced that personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) have removed Alhaji Seidu Abagre, the rival Mamprusi chief, from Bawku in the Upper East Region.

According to the Ministry of the Interior, this follows recommendations contained in the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II mediation report.

The Interior Ministry statement read, “This afternoon, personnel of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) removed Alhaji Seidu Abagre from Bawku, pursuant to the recommendations of the Otumfuo Asantehene Osei Tutu II mediation report regarding the Bawku affair.

Alhaji Seidu Abagre is safe in the care of the security agencies”.

This is part of the recommendation of the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, in his presentation of the final Bawku mediation report.

He recommended that the Overlord of Mamprugu, the Nayiri, accept Asigri Azoka as the Chief of Bawku and the head of the Kusasi Traditional Area.

The Otumfuo recommended that Seidu Abagre, who was recently installed by the Mamprusi side as a rival chief to the Bawku Naba, Asigri Abugrago Azoka II, should be recalled to Nalerigu.

According to the Otunfuo, Seidu Abagre, in his recommendation, must be recalled to Nalerigu and reassigned to perform a different traditional role at the Palace of the Nayiri in Nalerigu, or if he chooses to stay in Bawku, he should stay as an ordinary citizen.

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NPP presidential aspirants to sign a peace pact on Janurary 22

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NPP presidential aspirants to sign a peace pact on Janurary 22

Isaac Yaw Boamah-Nyarko a member of parliament for Effia and member of the NPP presidential election committee has revealed, all presidential aspirant will sign a peace pact on Thursday, January 22.

According to him, the move is to prevent internal divisions and to ensure a peaceful flagbearer election.

He highlighted the initiative is meant to shield the party from factional tensions and security incidents.

The MP further detailed that the Ghana Police Service will oversee security during the election adding that no machismo, no bodyguardism will be entertained.

Speaking on Asaase Radio’s The Forum, Isaac Yaw Boamah-Nyarko  detailed, “On Thursday, we are going to sign the peace pact. All the aspirants, together with our former presidents and the Peace Council, will sign a peace pact that commits them to the outcome of the election. The peace pact is to make it clear that whether you win or lose, you owe it to the party to pull everybody along,” he said.

“This party has survived worse moments,” he said.

Also, Justin Kodua Frimpong, General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has said the party is bigger than all five candidates contesting the flagbearership election.

The NPP General Secretary assured party members that the upcoming presidential primaries will be conducted freely, fairly, and transparently.

According to him, the NPP is bigger than all five candidates, and members must prioritise the long-term interests of the party. 

Speaking in an interview with JoyNews, Justin Frimpong stated, “The most important thing that the rank and file of our party must understand is that the NPP is bigger than all those five people who are contesting. At the end of the day, just as we have had several party stakeholders who contested in the previous election, this is their time. They will come, they will go, but the NPP will remain the NPP”.

“At the end of the day, if I lose the election and the processes were not fair, then it gives me the reason to rock the boat. It gives me the reason to stay back and say, ‘Well, you have decided to skew the process to favour a particular person. So, you go and do your own campaign. We don’t want that situation,’” he explained.

“Our supreme interest is to make sure that we go into the election as a united front. Then after the election, we remain as a united front, rather than scheming the process for one particular person,” Mr Frimpong added.

Meanwhile, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah, the Founder and Leader of the Glorious Word Power Ministries International, has dropped a prophecy ahead of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries on January 31, 2026.

According to the man of God, if care is not taken, the NPP primaries will be chaotic with bloodshed, people losing their lives, leading to division in the party.

Speaking during the 2025 31st Night Service, Rev Isaac Owusu-Bempah stated, “NPP, please listen to this. Don’t despise what I’m saying to you… I saw an image which had human characteristics; it was like a human being. And this personality was standing in the midst of the contestants who were contesting in the flagbearership race.

“I saw that the personality, the image standing in the midst of the contestants, was bleeding, and I was asking God, what is the significance of this? And God said to me that the party’s election, if care is not taken and they are not careful enough, will become chaotic and there will be bloodshed, and some people will lose their lives in the process, and it will lead to division in the party,” he said.

He added, “Don’t despise what I’m saying. This is not politics; I’m not doing politics here. This is about the lives of people.”

“Do you think we are chickens? if you try, I will also harm you” – Prophet El Bernard tackle Abronye

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“Do you think we are chickens? if you try, I will also harm you” – Prophet El Bernard tackle Abronye

Prophet Bernard ElBernard Nelson-Eshun, the General Overseer of Spiritlife Revival Ministries has tackled the Abronye DC the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Bono Regional Chairman.

In a viral video shared on X, Prophet El Bernard responds forcefully to claims by Abronye DC accusing him of delivering a “fake prophecy” ahead of January 31st.

This follows the man of God constantly prophesying that the former Member of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, would become the next flagbearer of the party.

Prophet El Bernard speaking to his church members on January 18, 2026 emphasied that his message was not a prediction but a revelation of what has already happened.

He further addresses threats and dismissed attempts to discredit him and draws parallels to past warnings he says were ignored until events unfolded.

The man of God warned Abronye DC and another critic not attempt to harm him, warning that he would retaliate if provoked.

He further highlighted that Abronye DC and other NPP faithful are engage in negative name-calling because his prophecies does not favour them.

Speaking to his Church congregation, Prophet El Bernard stated, “Do you think we are chickens? Do you think Ghana belongs to you alone? We are interested in Ghana the same way you are interested in it. I have told people that if you are not interested in what I am doing in this church, you can go to Presby or Methodist”.

“Ask yourself why it is that when I prophesy, some people don’t like it. I don’t care whether you like it or not,” he added.

He added, “He should ask the 15 MPs who came to see me whether I asked them for money. He should ask them whether I contacted them after they left. Or do you think I am like any other person? If I haven’t seen it, I won’t come here to say it”.

“I have so much confidence in what I have seen. You can’t do me anything, and even if you try, I will also harm you. Nobody can touch anybody in this country”

“Do you think we are liars? When the prophecy doesn’t favour them, they start tagging you as a fake man of God. I am saying this to dare those who think they can hurt me. You are joking. Stop that because I am well prepared,” he warned.

Meanwhile, Prophet Bernard Elbernard Nelson-Eshun, has said the former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s campaign team wanted him to prophesy for their candidate.

According to the man of God, he boldly told them Kennedy Agyapong had already won the NPP presidential primaries ahead of the 2026 elections.

Prophet ElBernard asserted that Akosua Manu, an NPP parliamentary candidate in the 2024 election, was the one asked to sway him to prophesy in favour of Dr Bawumia, adding that he declined a meeting with the former vice president.

The man of God is quoted as saying, “Team Bawumia wanted me to prophesy for DMB, but I told them that Ken has already won.  Akosua Manu was the one charged with leading talks to sway me to Dr Bawumia, but I stood firm and declined a meeting with Dr Bawumia”.

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“Ken Ofori-Atta is haunted by enriching his family at the state’s expense” – Lawyer Kpebu

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“Ken Ofori-Atta is haunted by enriching his family at the state’s expense” – Lawyer Kpebu

Martin Kpebu, a Private legal practitioner has said former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta is being haunted by enriching his family at the state’s expense.

Lawyer Kpebu is quoted by TV3 to have said, “He is haunted by actions that enriched his family at the expense of the state. That is what is killing him”.

His comments follows, the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detaining Ken Ofori-Atta.

Meanwhile, Kofi Bentil, the Vice President of IMANI Africa, has said that a government appointees making bad decisions in government is not a crime.

According to Kofi Bentil, the bad decision becomes a crime if it can be proven that the decision was made to profit oneself corruptly and also caused financial loss to the State.

 Speaking on the Key Points current affairs programme on TV 3 on Saturday, 17 January 2026, Kofi Bentil stated, “I have said publicly that any prosecutor who charges in a high-profile case like this with over seventy-eight charges is not serious.”

“I don’t think the charges are serious. Making bad decisions in government is not a crime unless we can prove that you made decisions to profit yourself corruptly, caused financial loss to the state, or you had intentions,” Kofi Bentil stated.

Kofi Bentil further added that Ken Ofori-Atta would like to return to Ghana but fears how he will be treated.

He added, “I know that Ken will love to come back, but he is apprehensive of how he will be treated because of the kinds of things that have been said and done in the past one year”.

“It is not about the charges he is afraid of, he is afraid of the treatment he will get…nobody is above the law, so Ken Ofori-Atta is not above the law. If, for some reason, he has to come and face whatever, Ambassador Smith says he thinks he will come and face it, but he is afraid of how he will be treated.

“I am saying that based on everything, his apprehension is that even though he is a sick man who has gone through all these surgeries and he is recuperating and whatever it is, he does not think that he will be treated well, like what Ambassador Smith is saying,” he stated.

He added, “My point is that if there is a way to try this man, go ahead and do it. We who are close to him think that what Ambassador Smith said is the truth. Ken would like to come, he is not above the law, not so we are not asking for special treatment, but what will it take for us to facilitate his coming so he will subject himself to these things”.

Also, Victor Emmanuel Smith, Ghana’s Ambassador to the United States of America, has revealed a phone call he received from Ken Ofori-Atta’s cousin, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko.

According to Ghana’s Ambassador to US, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko told him the former finance minister wants to return to Ghana but fears how he would be treated.

Speaking on TV3’s The KeyPoints on January 17, Ghana’s Ambassador to the US stated, “Gabby called me and said Ken wants to come, but he is afraid of how he will be treated’.

” So I told him I wanted to meet Ken and give him the assurance that he will be taken through the legal process, because the Attorney-General, Dr Ayine, gave me that assurance,” Ambassador Smith said.

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“Ken Ofori-Atta is happy” – Lawyer claims ahead of January 20 immigration hearing

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“Ken Ofori-Atta is happy” – Lawyer claims ahead of January 20 immigration hearing

Frank Davies, a lawyer for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has said his client is happy ahead of his immigration hearing, Janurary 20, 2026.

According to Frank Davies, his client is happy and Ken Ofori-Atta’s lawyers in the US are also happy.

Speaking in an interview on JoyNews Today on Monday, January 19, Frank Davies revealed, “Ken Ofori-Atta is happy. Our counterpart lawyers in America are happy. We are all waiting for the hearing tomorrow, which will be virtual”.

“What is happening tomorrow is a purely immigration matter. It has nothing to do with any extradition process, whether they call it revocation of visa or whatever,” he said.

He added, “Tomorrow is an immigration hearing for an adjustment of his immigration status in America, simply nothing more, nothing less. After tomorrow, we will all know the position.”

Meanwhile, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, has shared more details regarding former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, pending US court appearance.

Speaking in an interview on Starr FM, Dr Ayine reiterated that his office is not investigating Ken Ofori-Atta in the SML scandal.

He, however, added that his office is currently investigating Ken Ofori-Atta over several other cases, including transactions and activities during his tenure as Minister of Finance.

According to AG Ayine, the Ken Ofori-Atta case at the US court is more serious than he thought, adding that Ghanaians will know what the US judge decides regarding his immigration status on January 20.

Dr Dominic Ayine stated, “The possibility is very high, and he could either self-deport or face deportation by the immigration judge on January 20. So after the hearing, we will get to know what the judge decides regarding his immigration status. But it’s more serious than I thought,” he said.

“I also mentioned that there are other investigations ongoing. So it is not only the SML investigation, which has been conducted by the OSP, that may lead to issues of accountability or alleged criminality. There are other investigations that I am undertaking, which will be announced at the appropriate time,” he added.

Additionally,  Ken Ofori-Atta, has been described by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)  as an illegal alien.

According to an ICE spokesperson, Ken Ofori-Atta is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in his home country.

ICE detailed that Ken Ofori-Atta entered the United States on May 28, 2025, on a visitor’s visa with an expiration date of November 27, 2025.

The ICE spokesperson responding to Tv3’s Joseph Ackah-Blay is quoted to have said, “Kenneth Nana Yaw Ofori-Atta is an illegal alien from Ghana who is facing corruption and corruption-related charges in his home country. He entered the United States on May 28, 2025, on a visitor’s visa with an expiration date of November 27, 2025. Ofori-Atta overstayed his permitted admission”.

“He has been issued a notice to appear and will remain in ICE custody. He will be given due process before a Justice Department immigration judge,” the spokesperson said.

“The Trump administration has been abundantly clear: aliens must respect our laws or face the consequences. Overstaying a visa is an immigration law violation that can result in deportation,” he added.

“I’m not a murderer” – Bright Aweh a suspect in the murder of Immigration officer Stephen Amoah

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“I’m not a murderer” – Bright Aweh a suspect in the murder of Immigration officer Stephen Amoah

Bright Aweh, a lead suspect in the alleged murder of Immigration officer Stephen King Amoah has broken his silence about charges levelled against him.

The suspect, Bright Aweh making an appearance at the Adabraka District Court on Monday, January 19, 2026 insisted of his innocent.

According to Bright Aweh, he is not a murderer and did not kill his friend and believes Ghana’s justice system will find him not guilty of the charges.

Speaking to journalist while being ushered into a police vehicle, Bright Aweh he stated, “I didn’t kill my friend. I’m not a murderer. I will pass through it painfully for justice to be served”.

Bright Aweh is standing trial alongside Thomas Zigah for the murder of Immigration Officer Stephen King Amoah.

Meanwhile, details of how the murder of Immigration Officer Stephen Amoah at the residence of the main suspect have emerged.

Ghana Chronicles in a post on X on August 26, 2025, detailed, “Bright Aweh, the prime suspect, lived with his wife in a storey building. On the morning of the incident, he sent his wife on an errand, ensuring she was out of the house.

To clear the compound, Bright told his upstairs neighbour, who was leaving for work, not to return early because he planned to fumigate due to a “funny smell.”

When the neighbour offered to chip in for fumigation chemicals, Bright refused, insisting he’d handle it alone, raising suspicions about his true intentions.

Bright also confronted another neighbour about their CCTV facing his compound. The neighbour claimed it was faulty, but later installed a 360° camera that recorded three motorbikes entering Bright’s house before Amoah arrived. Their purpose remains a mystery”.

The further narrated, “Stephen Amoah, the victim, told his nephew he was visiting Bright to collect money owed to him. Tragically, he entered the house and never came out alive.

 Later, Bright’s car was seen leaving the compound, its contents unknown, adding to the growing list of suspicious activities.

Disturbingly, WhatsApp messages were sent from Stephen’s phone after the incident, claiming, “I have received the money, my wife is not around, so today I am going to chase girls,” suggesting an attempt to mislead investigators.

Following Bright’s arrest, a second suspect, Thomas Zigah (AKA Nii Jaase), was apprehended. A third suspect was also detained but has since died under unclear circumstances.

The calculated moves by Bright—clearing the house, deflecting neighbours, and the mysterious motorbikes—point to a meticulously planned crime. What drove him to such lengths? The investigation continues”.

Furthermore, the Ghana Police Service has announced that they have discovered weapons used in the murder of Immigration Officer Stephen Amoah at the residence of the main suspect.

According to the police, during a search of the suspect’s home, they found bloodstains in the living room and evidence of a freshly painted wall, apparently intended to conceal the crime.

The Police revealed a separate search at another location uncovered a blood-stained carpet that had been burned and a fufu pestle stained with blood.

COP Lydia Yaako Donkor, the Director General of the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, detailed that all recovered items were sent for forensic analysis, which confirmed the presence of human blood.

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