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Meet the British actress fingered in the US$208m meth bust traced to Ghana

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Meet the British actress fingered in the US$208m meth bust traced to Ghana

Emaa Hussen, a 34-year-old British actress, has been arrested and charged in Sydney, Australia, after she was fingered in the alleged involvement in US$208m of meth traced to Ghana.

According to reports, Hussen worked in the British entertainment industry.

Emaa Hussen is well known for playing Naz Mehmet in E20, a spin-off of the popular British television series EastEnders.

The actress also appeared in the 2013 action film Redemption, also released under the title Hummingbird, and the 2012 television production The Plot to Bring Down Britain’s Planes.

Emaa Hussen has been charged with attempting to import a commercial quantity of methamphetamine into Australia by the authorities.

Investigators allege that the shipment was later taken to a storage facility in Girraween, western Sydney, where she helped in unpacking the concealed drugs.

Australian  Police further disclosed that she transported the drugs to a residence in Blacktown, where she was arrested.

She has since been denied bail and remains in custody and charged alongside a South Australian couple who are also accused of helping coordinate the alleged operation.

In related news, Rev John Ntim Fordjour, the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, has called on the Mahama government to account to the public after a large shipment of methamphetamine (meth) linked to Ghana was busted in Australia.

According to Rev John Ntim Fordjour, when he kept cautioning about Ghana becoming a transit point for drug trafficking, the NDC released all their attack on him.

He further highlighted that now Ghana is facing an international embarrassment.

The MP further demanded answers on the 320 kg meth seizure linked to Ghana from government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu, NACOC, and BNI, arguing that Ghanaians are owned explanation.

In a post on X,  Rev John Ntim Fordjour wrote, “Another major $296 million drug bust originating from our country? When I kept cautioning about Ghana becoming a transit point for drug trafficking, NDC and Jubilee House released all their attack machineries on me.

Now see the international embarrassment. @FelixKwakyeOfo1, NACOC and BNI owe this country an explanation. They shouldn’t escape accountability!”.

His comments come on the back of the Narcotics Control Commission announcing that it has opened investigations into the interception of about 320 kilograms of methamphetamine by Australian authorities.

Reports suggest the drugs were hidden in a shipment declared as charcoal and sent from Ghana to Australia.

Following the bust, authorities in Australia have since charged three people in connection with the case.

The information gathered suggests the seized consignment is valued at roughly A$296 million and is believed to be capable of supplying more than three million street-level deals.

However, Bright Simons highlighted that the Australian meth bust actually happened in April 2026, with Ghanaian law enforcement having known since but giving Ghanaians no update.

According to Bright Simons, in the last two years, Ghana has seen several such strange criminal consignments pop up with zero updates from the security services.

Bright Simons further detailed that the Australian meth bust opens up an interesting new angle outside the Ghanaian security services.

He revealed that no one can ship or tranship charcoal out of Ghana without a Charcoal Export Permit from the Energy Commission, adding that if the charcoal originates in Ghana, one needs a Charcoal Production License.

Also, Bright Simons questioned the Energy Commission over how 320kg of meth left Ghana undetected.

Pressure mounts on Kevin Okyere after labelling US$94m dispute with Petraco as purely commercial

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Pressure mounts on Kevin Okyere after labelling US$94m dispute with Petraco as purely commercial

Following reports that the CEO of the Springfield Exploration and Production Limited (SEP), Kevin Okyere, has testified in a Ghanaian court that he was detained in Dubai, reports suggest the London arbitration is mounting pressure on him after he told a court that his dispute with the Swiss oil trader Petraco is purely commercial.

According to reports, Petraco’s complaint to the Economic and Organised Crime Office against Kevin Okyere remains pending, contrary to claims in court by the Springfield CEO that the matter had been treated in Ghana as a commercial dispute.

Parts of a news article filed by NorvanReports detailed, “According to the source, Petraco’s position is that the matter has moved through different investigative stages, including references to reports being finalised and a possible transfer to the Attorney-General’s office, but has not been finally disposed of in the manner Mr Okyere suggested during his cross-examination in court.

The source said Petraco became concerned after claims were made in connection with Mr Okyere’s detention in Dubai that the Ghana criminal complaint had been rejected.

Mr Okyere, during cross-examination in Ghana, accepted that he had been detained in Dubai, but insisted that publications around the episode were false. He also maintained that the Petraco dispute was a commercial transaction and that no fraud had been committed.

He further told the court that the petition had been investigated and that Ghanaian authorities had treated the matter as commercial.

That public admission by EOCO has become central to the emerging dispute over narrative: whether Mr Okyere’s claim of a resolved commercial matter fully captures the status of complaints and investigations surrounding Springfield, or whether formal investigative processes remain live.

The London arbitration, meanwhile, appears to have sharpened pressure on Springfield’s position.

NorvanReports’ investigations have revealed that the arbitration was conducted under LCIA Case No. 256538, involving Petraco Oil Company against Springfield Exploration and Production Limited and Springfield Energy Limited.

According to information available to NorvanReports, the case relates to a Facility Agreement dated February 7, 2023, between Petraco and Springfield Exploration and Production Limited, and a Corporate Guarantee between Petraco and Springfield Energy Limited.

NorvanReports understands that an evidentiary hearing was held between January 26 and 27, 2026, with a final award dated March 25, 2026.

The tribunal, according to information available to NorvanReports, found that a principal debt of US$50 million, disbursed in two tranches in February 2023, was due and payable to Petraco, and that Springfield Exploration and Production Limited breached the terms of the Facility Agreement by failing to repay at maturity.

The same account indicates that interest of US$7.88 million was found to have arisen on the principal debt and was awarded, alongside default interest of US$10.49 million as of January 2026.

Together, the principal debt, interest and default interest amount to about US$68.37 million. The tribunal is also said to have ordered Springfield Exploration and Production Limited and Springfield Energy Limited to pay arbitration costs of £53,088 and additional costs of £649,865 to Petraco, bringing the sterling costs component to £702,953.

NorvanReports understands that Petraco is now pursuing enforcement steps and is working to have the award made public through court processes in Ghana as part of efforts to enforce the decision.

That detail matters. Arbitration awards are often private until they enter the public domain through enforcement proceedings. Once enforcement is sought in a local court, however, the award may become part of the legal record and available for reference in subsequent reporting.

Beyond the London arbitration award, the dispute has also been complicated by a separate set of allegations tied to crude supplied to the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company Limited, BOST.

According to information provided to NorvanReports as part of its ongoing investigations, Petraco’s complaint to EOCO includes claims that crude oil supplied through arrangements involving Petraco’s Dubai subsidiary was sold to BOST, but proceeds allegedly paid through GMP Energy and Springfield Energy were not fully remitted to Petraco’s subsidiary in Dubai.

These allegations remain subject to investigation and have not yet been determined by a court.

It is this additional claim, alongside the facility agreement dispute and related interest and costs, that Petraco’s side says brought the total alleged exposure to about US$94 million.

Mr Okyere and Springfield have, however, maintained that the matter is commercial, not criminal, and have denied wrongdoing. EOCO has previously acknowledged active Springfield-related investigations, making the status and outcome of the complaint a continuing matter of public interest”.

The report further added, “In court, Mr Okyere has taken the position that the facility was commercial. He has admitted that Springfield drew down US$50 million, but denied personally guaranteeing the debt. He has also argued that default under a loan facility does not amount to fraud, insisting that disputes over loans should be resolved through courts and arbitration.

But the unresolved question is whether the surrounding allegations made by Petraco, and the conduct complained of to EOCO, are limited to ordinary debt recovery or raise separate issues that investigators must determine.

That is why EOCO’s public position remains important. The agency has previously rejected claims that it failed to act, but in doing so it confirmed that Springfield-related investigations existed. That confirmation undercuts any simplistic suggestion that there is nothing at all before Ghanaian investigators.

For now, the facts that appear to be least in dispute are these: there was a Petraco-Springfield facility; Mr Okyere has admitted that Springfield drew down US$50 million; he has said the matter is commercial and denied fraud; a London arbitration process has produced an award in Petraco’s favour, according to information available to NorvanReports; and EOCO has publicly acknowledged active Springfield-related investigations”.

Presidency whitewashes Road Ministry despite massive single-source contracts under Big Push

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Presidency whitewashes Road Ministry despite massive single-source contracts under Big Push

A Data Scientist and Policy Analyst, Alfred Appiah, has punched holes into the Presidency’s investigation following reports by the Fourth Estate on the Mahama government’s Big Push road projects.

It will be recalled that The Fourth Estate publication unearthed that the Road Ministry awarded 81 sole-sourced contracts worth over GHS73 billion in 7 months.

Following that expose, President John Dramani Mahama instructed his office to obtain the full detailed report from the Fourth Estate concerning the Road Ministry’s GH¢73b Big Push sole-sourcing contracts.

According to President John Dramani Mahama, his office is to conduct a study of the various allegations presented in the report.

President Mahama also directed the Ministry of Roads and Highways to answer all the allegations made in the report.

Following the Presidency’s investigation report being made public, a Data Scientist and Policy Analyst, Alfred Appiah, has detailed that the report by the government leaves a lot to be desired.

He raised the first red flag of the Presidency’s report for self-investigating the Roads Ministry’s Big Push infrastructure projects without independent oversight, arguing that it clears the ministry of any wrongdoing despite data showing 47% single-sourced contracts overall.

He disclosed that the report finds that out of 140 Big Push contracts, 66 were single-sourced, adding that President Mahama promised that single sourcing would be the rare exception.

The Data Analyst argued that ‘getting half your contracts through single sourcing doesn’t really look like “rare exception” territory, no matter how you frame it’.

Alfred Appiah detailed that, excluding the 23 inherited legacy projects under the Akufo-Addo government, the single-source contracts rise to 56%.

In a post shared on X, the Data Scientist and Policy Analyst wrote, “I have reviewed the Presidency’s investigation report into the claims made by the Fourth Estate on the Big Push projects, and I must say the investigation leaves a lot to be desired. The first flag is that this is the Presidency investigating its own ministry without the involvement of any clearly independent body.

The report, in effect, clears the Roads Ministry of any wrongdoing. But the data and methodology don’t support the conclusions.

The report finds that out of 140 Big Push contracts, 66 were single-sourced. That’s basically half. President Mahama has repeatedly promised that single sourcing would be the rare exception, not the norm. Getting half your contracts through single sourcing doesn’t really look like “rare exception” territory, no matter how you frame it.

It’s also worth noting that 23 of those 140 contracts are legacy projects inherited from the previous administration, not contracts MRH itself procured or chose a method for. Including them in the denominator quietly lowers the single-sourcing percentage. Strip them out and look only at the 117 contracts MRH actually awarded under this government, and the single-sourced share rises well to 56%, more than half”.

He further detailed, “So how does the report get to “no abuse”? It compares that 47% figure to ALL contracts MRH awarded, including hundreds of routine road maintenance contracts that have nothing to do with Big Push. Against that much bigger pool, single sourcing only looks like 4.58% of everything. That’s technically true, but it’s the wrong comparison. If you want to know whether single sourcing became the norm inside the Big Push programme specifically, you have to look at Big Push contracts specifically, where the answer is more than 50%, once you exclude the inherited projects.

There’s a second issue that’s arguably bigger. One of the bigger claims by the Fourth Estate was that around 90% of the total cash value of Big Push contracts went to single sourcing. The report spends a lot of pages knocking down individual allegations about contract counts, but it never actually goes back and recalculates the money-weighted share using its own corrected list of 140 contracts. That’s a strange gap, because counting contracts one-to-one treats a 50 million cedis feeder road job the same as a 3 billion cedis highway dualisation. Contracts aren’t uniform in size, so a count-based percentage can look moderate while the actual money tells a completely different story. If the single-sourced contracts tend to be the bigger, more expensive ones, then the “it’s only 47% of contracts” framing understates the real picture by a lot”.

He further argued that there was a data inconsistency that never gets addressed in the presidential reports.

The Policy Analyst noted that despite concluding there was no abuse, the report still recommends mandatory Value for Money certificates before single-source contracts can be awarded.

Alfred Appiah added, “There’s also a data inconsistency that never gets addressed. Earlier in the report, MRH itself tells the investigator that 61 out of 139 Big Push contracts were single-sourced. Later in the same report, the investigator’s own “verified” findings say it’s actually 66 out of 140. Nobody explains where the extra 5 single-sourced contracts came from or why the ministry’s own submitted numbers don’t match the report’s final numbers. There have been many inconsistencies in this same project!

The justifications for using single sourcing (timelines, security concerns, inflationary costs) can be applied to any problem Ghana faces. For instance, the government promised a 24h economy and youth unemployment is deemed a national security threat, so why are Ghanaians still waiting for the 24h economy to be implemented?

Despite concluding there was no abuse, the report still recommends mandatory Value for Money certificates before single-source contracts can be awarded, Cabinet approval for high-value single-source deals, and faster legislation to restrict single sourcing going forward. Those are fairly serious fixes to propose for a system the report just said wasn’t being abused. It reads more like the report sees a real governance gap, even if the headline conclusion doesn’t say so directly”, his post concluded.

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Nobody can threaten the NPP or hold the party to ransom – Miracles Aboagye fires Ken Agyapong

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Nobody can threaten the NPP or hold the party to ransom – Miracles Aboagye fires Ken Agyapong

A senior aide to former Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has fired shots at the former Assin Central Member of Parliament, Ken Agyapong, following his recent threats against the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

According to Dennis Miracles Aboagye, nobody can threaten the NPP or hold the party to ransom.

He argued that Ken Agyapong is tarnishing the image of the party with his repeated threats and public criticisms.

Miracles Aboagye noted that if Ken has personal issues with people, they are not the NPP.

Dennis Miracles Aboagye quizzed whether Ken Agyapong would have tolerated such behaviour if he had won the NPP presidential primaries.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on June 19, 2029, Dennis Miracles Aboagye stated, “If you have personal issues with people, are they the NPP? So, if he was the one who won the flagbearership and Dr Bawumia was doing this to him, would he be happy? Why? You don’t threaten the NPP.

“You don’t threaten the NPP, If you want something to be done, you don’t threaten the party to get it. If you do this, you put all of us at risk,” he stated.

His comment comes on the heels of Ken Agyapong, who has vowed to take action against members of his own party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), starting in June or July 2027.

According to Ken Agyapong, the NPP thinks he is stupid to come and follow them again, warning that from July 2027, they will see action from him.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, the former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Ken Agyapong, stated, “It will not be long when you travel the way they respect you, then when you get here. Somebody like KOKA is saying my head has been operated on. He does not know what will happen to him. NPP people, are you ready? I am saying June, July 2027, me and you action in Ghana, you will be surprised, you think I am stupid.

You think I am stupid to come and follow you guys again. If you were to say ten sins of Ken Agyapong, you wait and see what will happen. I am not afraid of you, you wait and see. I have given you the time, June 2027, you will see action in this country”.

Also, Ken Agyapong disclosed that he will not be intimidated or silenced by criticism from within the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Ken Agyapong comments follow the criticism he received following his remarks about the party for failing to complete and operationalise the Afari Military Hospital during its eight years in government.

Ken Agyapong dismissed suggestions that he was motivated by bitterness, adding that his comments were about national development rather than partisan interests.

He added, “The NPP says I am bitter. I will not say anything to them. They think it is about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If Ghanaians want to know, they should ask them about Agenda 111 if they were able to complete one. They sold the contracts to other people and take 10 per cent”.

“NPP should be careful with me, saying I am bitter. If they provoke me, I will spill the beans all over the place,” he cautioned.

“In the NDC too, I was there when somebody brought a contract to my wife about 55 million dollars. She was asked to pay an advance of 7 per cent before they give it to her,” he alleged.

Meanwhile, Kwasi Kwarteng, a spokesperson for Ken Agyapong, has explained that his boss has genuine concerns about working with Abronye, Adwoa Safo, KOKA, and others. 

According to Kwesi Kwarteng, calls from some party members demanding the sacking of Ken Agyapong over his outburst are not wise.

He argued that the expulsion of Ken Agyapong from the party, considering the current state of the NPP compared to 2016, when some party leaders were dismissed, and the party still went on to win power.

Kwesi Kwarteng highlighted that it would be better for the party to resolve its internal differences rather than remove Ken Agyapong.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on June 21, 2026, Kwasi Kwarteng explained, “Let us assume, without admitting, that Kennedy was even wrong. You will still need him and his supporters. Instead of debating who is right or wrong, why don’t we come together, apologise to each other, and move on? Is that difficult?

“If you listen to his concerns, he was asking how he could work with Abronye, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, KOKA, Adwoa Safo, and others. Don’t you think he has genuine concerns?

“Do you think if these issues had been discussed behind closed doors, they would have become public? Ken is not a saint; he is a human being. Sacking him from the party who does it benefit?” he said.

“It is not only party members who will vote in the election. You will still need Kennedy Agyapong, his supporters, and the many people who look up to him,” he added.

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‘Kwadwo Akofena, a devil, he troubled his father until his death, now wants to kill his sister’ – Osebo the Zaraman

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‘Kwadwo Akofena, a devil, he troubled his father until his death, now wants to kill his sister’ – Osebo the Zaraman

Ghanaian fashion icon Osebo the Zaraman has criticised Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena following an alleged shooting incident involving former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

According to Osebo the Zaraman, Kwadwo Akofena can be described as the devil on earth who troubled his father until his death and now wants to now seeking to harm his elder sister.

He further alleged that Akofena has surrounded himself with corrupt elders while sidelining loyal members who dedicated over 40 years of service to the church, adding that if he truly loved his father, he would have respected and supported the people his father cherished

Osebo further accused Akofena of portraying himself on social media as a righteous and virtuous person, while insisting that his true character is different.

In a TikTok video shared on June 21, 2026, Osebo alleged, saying, “You come to social media and deceive people into thinking you’re as pure as God or an angel. But if there is anyone who can be described as the devil on earth, it is Kwadwo Akofena. Kwadwo, what exactly do you want in this world? You troubled your father until his death, and now you want to kill your own elder sister too?” Osebo said.

Osebo the Zaraman further asserted that Ghanaians would eventually come to know Akofena’s true character, adding that he would regret his actions when that time comes.

His comments follow, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, a son of the late founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, has been installed as the new leader of the church.

According to reports, the ceremony took place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, and was attended by church members, elders, and supporters.

His installation comes on the heels of an Accra High Court injunction on plans to install Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, as successor to the late Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo.

Court documents suggest two senior members of the Kristo Asafo Mission have dragged the church and some of its key leaders to the High Court in a bid to stop the installation of Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s son, Israel Kwadwo Safo (Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena), as the next leader of the movement.

According to Court documents, Kweku Agyenim Boateng, a former Deputy General Secretary of Kristo Asafo Mission, and Seth Appiah Richard Brown have filed a writ challenging the legitimacy of the succession process following the death of the church’s founder, Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo, in September 2025.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of six private security guards arrested in connection with the shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

According to the Police, they retrieved five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol and a magazine.

The Ghana Police Service statement issued read, “The Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with the shooting incident involving Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, which occurred at Kwabenya on 21st June 2026

Subsequently, a search conducted has led to the retrieval of five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol loaded with seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, an additional magazine loaded with five rounds of 9mm ammunition, and communication equipment.

Preliminary investigations indicate that Police personnel from the National Operations Directorate and the Intelligence Directorate, who were on special duty, received a distress call from a residence at Kwabenya and proceeded to the scene.

Upon arrival, it was established that a ceremony was being held at the residence of Mr Tamakloe Safo Jehoshaphat alias Akofena when Hon. Adwoa Safo reportedly arrived and requested access to the premises but was denied entry.

Police investigations further revealed that armed security personnel at the residence allegedly discharged firearms during the incident, resulting in the injury to Hon. Adwoa Safo. Her vehicle was also found with multiple gunshot marks.

The suspects and exhibits have been transferred to the Police Headquarters to assist ongoing investigations.

Investigations are ongoing to locate and arrest all other persons connected with the incident”.

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@ghnow_ The entire Adwoa Safo and his brother Akofena drama summarized by Osebo. #GHNow #fyp #adwoasafo ♬ original sound – Less is More Music

‘Let’s be vigilant’ – Kwadwo Safo Akofena speaks after assuming leadership of Kristo Asafo Mission

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‘Let’s be vigilant’ – Kwadwo Safo Akofena speaks after assuming leadership of Kristo Asafo Mission

The son of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, following his installation as the new head of the Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, has called for unity and vigilance.

Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, in his inaugural speech as the newly sworn-in leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, called on all members to unite as one, especially during difficult times.

He urged them to rise above every challenge and remain committed to carrying forward the remarkable legacy and good works of the late Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.

In a video shared on X, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena stated, “If you are taking a shower and a madman picks up your cover cloth, you don’t have to run after him; else you will be seen as the mad one.

I will plead for unity, togetherness and love. That is what was used to nurture the church. Let’s remain together, but let’s be vigilant. It is time for courage. I will support you, support me and pray for me as well”.

Meanwhile, Ghanaian fashion icon Osebo the Zaraman has criticised Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena following an alleged shooting incident involving former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

According to Osebo the Zaraman, Kwadwo Akofena can be described as the devil on earth who troubled his father until his death and now wants to now seeking to harm his elder sister.

He further alleged that Akofena has surrounded himself with corrupt elders while sidelining loyal members who dedicated over 40 years of service to the church, adding that if he truly loved his father, he would have respected and supported the people his father cherished

Osebo further accused Akofena of portraying himself on social media as a righteous and virtuous person, while insisting that his true character is different.

In a TikTok video shared on June 21, 2026, Osebo alleged, saying, “You come to social media and deceive people into thinking you’re as pure as God or an angel. But if there is anyone who can be described as the devil on earth, it is Kwadwo Akofena. Kwadwo, what exactly do you want in this world? You troubled your father until his death, and now you want to kill your own elder sister too?” Osebo said.

Osebo the Zaraman further asserted that Ghanaians would eventually come to know Akofena’s true character, adding that he would regret his actions when that time comes.

His comments follow, Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, a son of the late founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, has been installed as the new leader of the church.

According to reports, the ceremony took place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, and was attended by church members, elders, and supporters.

His installation comes on the heels of an Accra High Court injunction on plans to install Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, as successor to the late Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo.

Court documents suggest two senior members of the Kristo Asafo Mission have dragged the church and some of its key leaders to the High Court in a bid to stop the installation of Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s son, Israel Kwadwo Safo (Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena), as the next leader of the movement.

According to Court documents, Kweku Agyenim Boateng, a former Deputy General Secretary of Kristo Asafo Mission, and Seth Appiah Richard Brown have filed a writ challenging the legitimacy of the succession process following the death of the church’s founder, Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo, in September 2025.

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Adwoa Safo faking her gunshot injury – Kristo Asafo Mission

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Adwoa Safo faking her gunshot injury – Kristo Asafo Mission

The Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana has released a statement addressing the incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament Sarah Adwoa Safo on the church’s premises.

According to the Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, Sarah Adwoa Safo was not shot during the incident at the church’s property at Kwabenya.

They described the allegation as false and misleading, detailing that Adwoa Safo allegedly drove her vehicle into the entrance gates of the property following a church event, causing damage to two metallic gates.

The Kristo Asafo Mission further revealed that Adwoa Safo is ‘demonstrating a purported victim presentation, an apparent attempt to create a false impression of having sustained a gunshot injury’.

They disclosed categorically that, to the best of their knowledge and based on information presently available to them, no such shooting occurred.

The Church further called on the public to rely on verified information and allow due process to establish the facts.

In a statement issued on Sunday, June 21, the church leadership read, “The leadership of Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana wishes to address certain statements circulating on social media regarding an incident that occurred at the church’s property situated at Kwabenya on June 21, 2026.

After a lawful church event being held at the premises, Sarah Adwoa Safo arrived at the venue and forcefully drove her vehicle into the entrance gates of the property. Our verified information is that she struck her vehicle against two metallic gates, causing substantial damage to both structures.

At the time of the incident, numerous worshippers and invited guests were present within the premises, including individuals seated in close proximity to the entrance. The actions described above created a serious risk to life and property. Had the gates completely collapsed or had the vehicle proceeded beyond the entrance, the safety of attendees could have been gravely endangered”.

The statement further detailed, “Security personnel on duty intervened to prevent further escalation and to protect persons gathered at the event. Their actions were directed solely toward preserving public safety and preventing injury to attendees.

We have also become aware of unverified media reports made by certain individuals claiming that she was shot by her brother during the incident – with the same Adwoa Safo demonstrating a purported victim presentation – an apparent attempt to create a false impression of having sustained a gunshot injury. We categorically reject these allegations as false and misleading. To the best of our knowledge and based on information presently available to us, no such shooting occurred. We therefore call upon the relevant authorities to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation into all aspects of the incident.

We further urge the public to refrain from drawing conclusions based on unverified social media reports and to allow law enforcement agencies to establish the facts through due process.

Our organisation remains committed to peace, truth, the rule of law, and the safety of all persons who attend our events”.

However, the Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of six private security guards arrested in connection with the shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

According to the Police, they retrieved five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol and a magazine.

The Ghana Police Service statement issued read, “The Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with the shooting incident involving Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, which occurred at Kwabenya on 21st June 2026

Subsequently, a search conducted has led to the retrieval of five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol loaded with seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, an additional magazine loaded with five rounds of 9mm ammunition, and communication equipment.

Preliminary investigations indicate that Police personnel from the National Operations Directorate and the Intelligence Directorate, who were on special duty, received a distress call from a residence at Kwabenya and proceeded to the scene.

Upon arrival, it was established that a ceremony was being held at the residence of Mr Tamakloe Safo Jehoshaphat alias Akofena when Hon. Adwoa Safo reportedly arrived and requested access to the premises but was denied entry.

Police investigations further revealed that armed security personnel at the residence allegedly discharged firearms during the incident, resulting in the injury to Hon. Adwoa Safo. Her vehicle was also found with multiple gunshot marks.

The suspects and exhibits have been transferred to the Police Headquarters to assist ongoing investigations.

Investigations are ongoing to locate and arrest all other persons connected with the incident”.

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“Fathers! Hmmm!!!” – Mahama reacts to his Father’s Day bouquets, compares them with wife’s Mother’s Day bouquets

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“Fathers! Hmmm!!!” – Mahama reacts to his Father’s Day bouquets, compares them with wife’s Mother’s Day bouquets

President John Dramani Mahama has taken to social media to compare his bouquet received during Father’s Day celebrations and that of Lordina Mahama’s bouquets on Mother’s Day.   

In President Mahama’s post, he showed the modest Father’s Day bouquets he received compared to the large pile his wife, Lordina, received on Mother’s Day.

Mahama, after comparing the two images, simply wrote,  “Fathers! Hmmm!”

President Mahama’s post quickly generated conversations online with many users sharing their opinion following his post, saying, “Hmmmmm until we start carrying our babies for nine months de3 so it will be ooo….. Father of our Land mpo nie ooo na we fathers of our room, orange leaves mpo we didn’t get”.

A Facebooker added, “Hahaha, even the first gentleman of the land 🤣🤣🤣

It is well with our soul sir 🙏

Just like teachers, “our reward is in heaven”

“Mama Lordina Mahama has been doing the cooking of the sumptuous meals. After chop time, they come for the convo ( humour and laughter) with you.

Food or laughter? Please choose one 😍

“Mlinshi tsiimor ak3 kpaa b3l3”

E for Energy Sir.

Papa, unless you take over the cooking Sir😎

Happy Father’s Day Mr. President, H.E John Dramani Mahama.

Great Grace 🙏”, one netizen added.

A netizen added, “Mr. President, the story is the same throughout the country.

Until animals begin to write their own stories, the story of the jungle will always favor the hunter.

😄😁😁😁😁

You are not alone”.

One last netizen added, “Fatherhood is a thankless job ooo. Once you understand it from that standpoint, nothing surprises you any longer”.

“Men don’t celebrate men

Valentine’s Day we spend

Mother’s Day we spend

We spend even more on betting than Father’s Day”, a netizen added.

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Six private security guards arrested in connection with Adwoa Safo shooting incident – Police

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Six private security guards arrested in connection with Adwoa Safo shooting incident – Police

The Ghana Police Service has announced the arrest of six private security guards arrested in connection with the shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament, Sarah Adwoa Safo.

According to the Police, they retrieved five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol and a magazine.

The Ghana Police Service statement issued read, “The Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with the shooting incident involving Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, which occurred at Kwabenya on 21st June 2026

Subsequently, a search conducted has led to the retrieval of five pump-action guns, one Taurus pistol loaded with seven rounds of 9mm ammunition, an additional magazine loaded with five rounds of 9mm ammunition, and communication equipment.

Preliminary investigations indicate that Police personnel from the National Operations Directorate and the Intelligence Directorate, who were on special duty, received a distress call from a residence at Kwabenya and proceeded to the scene.

Upon arrival, it was established that a ceremony was being held at the residence of Mr Tamakloe Safo Jehoshaphat alias Akofena when Hon. Adwoa Safo reportedly arrived and requested access to the premises but was denied entry.

Police investigations further revealed that armed security personnel at the residence allegedly discharged firearms during the incident, resulting in the injury to Hon. Adwoa Safo. Her vehicle was also found with multiple gunshot marks.

The suspects and exhibits have been transferred to the Police Headquarters to assist ongoing investigations.

Investigations are ongoing to locate and arrest all other persons connected with the incident”.

Earlier reports suggested six bodyguards of Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, a younger brother of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, have reportedly been arrested.

Sources claimed the Police picked up the bodyguards on Sunday after the alleged shooting.

Citi News quoted the source saying, “I don’t really remember the time, but it was around nine thereabouts. Some of the bodyguards from his brother’s house, from Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena’s house, have been arrested. The police just took them away. At the moment, we haven’t heard anything further and are waiting for the police to come up with something”.

According to the source, Adwoa Safo was shot in front of her brother’s residence but indicated that her injuries were not life-threatening.

The source disclosed that the former MP was in a vehicle when the gunshots were fired.

“She is very okay. She is at the hospital. The injury is not too serious, but an injury is an injury. She was in the car when she was shot,” the source stated.

“Some of the pellets caused injuries under her neck and on her chest. There was blood on her face because she had been shot and was bleeding before she was rushed to the hospital,” the source added.

The development follows reports that Sarah Adwoa Safo is receiving medical treatment following an alleged shooting incident at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo.

Reports suggest the incident occurred at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, on Sunday, where he was organising supporters in connection with efforts to install him as the successor to his late father.

The information gathered from witnesses alleged that Adwoa Safo was present in the area when armed men opened fire on her vehicle.

It has been alleged that the gunmen reportedly discharged about 15 rounds of ammunition, with one bullet said to have grazed the former legislator near her neck.

Adwoa Safo was subsequently rushed for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.

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Ken Agyapong has compromised Ahmed Suale’s investigation – Abronye

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Ken Agyapong has compromised Ahmed Suale’s investigation – Abronye

The Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has quizzed whether Ken Agyapong has compromised Ahmed Suale’s investigation.

Abronye detailed that the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) had earlier indicated that investigations into the case were still ongoing, but questioned how the Police could be independent after receiving a pickup vehicle and motorbikes from Ken Agyapong, who was invited, interrogated, cautioned, and subsequently granted bail in respect of the death of Ahmed Suale.

In a post on Facebook shared by Ohia TV, Abronye stated, “He was invited, interrogated, cautioned, and subsequently granted bail in respect of the death of Ahmed Suale, which was then a key campaign promise of the NDC party. Some months ago, the CID boss stated at a press conference that investigations into Ahmed Suale’s death were still ongoing. A few days later, the police received a pickup vehicle and motorbikes from the same person who had been cautioned and granted bail in the Suale case.

Q: Has the investigation been compromised?

It is public knowledge that Suale’s pictures were displayed on Net2 TV, and he was murdered a few days after that broadcast. Two days ago, this same person on Net2 TV threatened my life and went on to say that I would see what would happen to me in the coming days. Surprisingly, the police have remained silent about it.

Was it a contract killing? Is he planning to contract people to kill me?

I will be filing a petition before the UN Security Council in the coming days against the individual and the Ghana Police”.

Meanwhile, Albert Kwabena Dwumfuor, the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has told the Attorney General that the discontinuation of the murder case of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale is unacceptable.

According to Albert Kwabena Dwumfuor, the discontinuation of the case sets a dangerous precedent.

The GJA further expressed frustration over the State security authorities’ inability to bring a closure to the case after seven years.

Albert Kwabena Dwumfuor further demanded an update from both the Attorney General’s Office and the Ghana Police Service.

Addressing the media on Monday, November 3, 2025, to mark the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, the GJA President stated, “The GJA demands a full and transparent explanation from the Attorney General’s Department on the reasons for discontinuing the case. The Ghana Police Service must also provide clarification, as we now have a contrary briefing or report.

“We call on the police to outline the clear steps being taken to identify the real culprit,” he said.

Meanwhile, Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney General, has revealed that the suspect in Ahmed Suale’s case will be re-arrested.

According to Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Attorney General’s office requested further investigation in the Ahmed Suale case.

He disclosed that the Attorney General did not advise that the suspect be discharged by the court.

Speaking on GHOne TV, Dr Justice Srem-Sai stated, “ We asked for further investigation in the Ahmed Suale case; we didn’t advise that the suspect be discharged. He will be re-arrested.

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‘Adwoa Safo fired first shot’ – Kristo Asafo lawyer alleges  

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‘Adwoa Safo fired first shot’ – Kristo Asafo lawyer alleges  

Nana Kofi Kantanka, the Lawyer for the Kristo Asafo Church, has claimed that the former Dome Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, fired the first shot.

According to the Lawyer, Sarah Adwoa Safo fired the first shot during an incident that disrupted the introduction of the church’s newly appointed leader.

He disclosed that when Adwoa Safo arrived at the venue, she attempted to force her way through the gates with her vehicle.

He added that a loud bang was heard, which they later discovered to be the sound of a vehicle crashing into the southern gate.

Speaking on JoyNews on Sunday, June 21, Nana Kofi Kantanka explained, “We realised that it was Honorable Sarah Adwoa Safo who was in the car. Since she couldn’t penetrate the gate through with the car, she moved to the northern gate and repeated the same action”.

“The information I got was that she fired the first shot and then banged the gate with her car. The private security also knew that the lives of people were at risk, so they were giving warning shots,” he said.

“As to whether she was wounded, I can’t confirm that,” he added.

“No one prevented her from entering. If she had parked and indicated she wanted to enter, that would have been all,” he said.

“We [Church] will also conduct our private investigation, and anybody who has perpetrated any wrongdoing will be prosecuted,” Nana Kofi Kantanka stated.

His comments follow reports that Sarah Adwoa Safo is receiving medical treatment following an alleged shooting incident at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo.

Reports suggest the incident occurred at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, on Sunday, where he was organising supporters in connection with efforts to install him as the successor to his late father.

The information gathered from witnesses alleged that Adwoa Safo was present in the area when armed men opened fire on her vehicle.

It has been alleged that the gunmen reportedly discharged about 15 rounds of ammunition, with one bullet said to have grazed the former legislator near her neck.

Adwoa Safo was subsequently rushed for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.

Reports suggest police from the Dome District Command were alerted and quickly deployed to the scene to provide security as tensions escalated.

Sources close to Adwoa Safo indicate that she is in stable condition.

The shooting comes at a time when there are growing tensions within the Kristo Asafo family over the succession of the late Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo.

Some family members are already challenging attempts to install Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena as the next leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission.

Meanwhile, reports suggest an attempt by some elders of the Kristo Asafo Mission to install Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, as successor to the late Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo has been halted by a High Court injunction.

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Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena installed as leader of Kristo Asafo Mission despite court injunction

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Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena installed as leader of Kristo Asafo Mission despite court injunction

Reports coming in suggest that Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena I, a son of the late founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, has been installed as the new leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission.

According to reports, the ceremony took place on Sunday, June 21, 2026, and was attended by church members, elders, and supporters.

His installation comes on the heels of an Accra High Court injunction on plans to install Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, as successor to the late Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo.

Court documents suggest two senior members of the Kristo Asafo Mission have dragged the church and some of its key leaders to the High Court in a bid to stop the installation of Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s son, Israel Kwadwo Safo (Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena), as the next leader of the movement.

According to Court documents, Kweku Agyenim Boateng, a former Deputy General Secretary of Kristo Asafo Mission, and Seth Appiah Richard Brown have filed a writ challenging the legitimacy of the succession process following the death of the church’s founder, Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo, in September 2025.

The lawsuit, filed at the High Court in Accra, names Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, Israel Kwadwo Safo (also known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena), Festus Owusu Badu, Dr Kwadwo Addo Oduro and Robert Ntiful as defendants.

The plaintiffs contend that while Israel Kwadwo Safo had at one point been designated as a successor by the founder, amendments made to the church’s constitution in 2024 altered the line of succession and rendered him ineligible to assume the leadership.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Police Service has broken its silence following the former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, who sustained a gunshot injury following a shooting incident at Kwabenya.

In a statement issued by the Ghana Police Service, the Madina Divisional Command revealed it has launched investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

According to the police, Preliminary investigations indicate that the former legislator suffered a gunshot wound to her left ear while visiting her late father’s residence in Kwabenya.

In a statement issued by the Police read, “The Madina Divisional Command is investigating a shooting incident involving Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya in the Accra Region.

Preliminary investigations indicate that on Sunday, 21st June 2026, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo sustained a gunshot injury to her left ear while visiting his late father’s residence at Kwabenya. She subsequently reported the incident to the Kwabenya Police and presented a vehicle bearing registration number GN 3482-24, which had visible gunshot damage.

The victim has been issued with a Police Medical Report Form and is receiving medical attention. The vehicle has been retained for forensic examination, while investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify all persons involved”.

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Ghana Police breaks silence on Adwoa Safo’s shooting incident

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Ghana Police breaks silence on Adwoa Safo’s shooting incident

The Ghana Police Service has broken its silence following the former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, who sustained a gunshot injury following a shooting incident at Kwabenya.

In a statement issued by the Ghana Police Service, the Madina Divisional Command revealed it has launched investigations into the circumstances surrounding the incident.

According to the police, Preliminary investigations indicate that the former legislator suffered a gunshot wound to her left ear while visiting her late father’s residence in Kwabenya.

In a statement issued by the Police read, “The Madina Divisional Command is investigating a shooting incident involving Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo at Kwabenya in the Accra Region.

Preliminary investigations indicate that on Sunday, 21st June 2026, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo sustained a gunshot injury to her left ear while visiting his late father’s residence at Kwabenya. She subsequently reported the incident to the Kwabenya Police and presented a vehicle bearing registration number GN 3482-24, which had visible gunshot damage.

The victim has been issued with a Police Medical Report Form and is receiving medical attention. The vehicle has been retained for forensic examination, while investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and identify all persons involved”.

Meanwhile, Nana Kofi Kantanka, the Lawyer for the Kristo Asafo Church, has claimed that the former Dome Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo, fired the first shot.

According to the Lawyer, Sarah Adwoa Safo fired the first shot during an incident that disrupted the introduction of the church’s newly appointed leader.

He disclosed that when Adwoa Safo arrived at the venue, she attempted to force her way through the gates with her vehicle.

He added that a loud bang was heard, which they later discovered to be the sound of a vehicle crashing into the southern gate.

Speaking on JoyNews on Sunday, June 21, Nana Kofi Kantanka explained, “We realised that it was Honorable Sarah Adwoa Safo who was in the car. Since she couldn’t penetrate the gate through with the car, she moved to the northern gate and repeated the same action”.

“The information I got was that she fired the first shot and then banged the gate with her car. The private security also knew that the lives of people were at risk, so they were giving warning shots,” he said.

“As to whether she was wounded, I can’t confirm that,” he added.

“No one prevented her from entering. If she had parked and indicated she wanted to enter, that would have been all,” he said.

“We [Church] will also conduct our private investigation, and anybody who has perpetrated any wrongdoing will be prosecuted,” Nana Kofi Kantanka stated.

His comments follow reports that Sarah Adwoa Safo is receiving medical treatment following an alleged shooting incident at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo.

Reports suggest the incident occurred at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, on Sunday, where he was organising supporters in connection with efforts to install him as the successor to his late father.

The information gathered from witnesses alleged that Adwoa Safo was present in the area when armed men opened fire on her vehicle.

It has been alleged that the gunmen reportedly discharged about 15 rounds of ammunition, with one bullet said to have grazed the former legislator near her neck.

Adwoa Safo was subsequently rushed for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.

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Adwoa Safo’s brother’s bodyguards arrested over shooting incident

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Adwoa Safo’s brother’s bodyguards arrested over shooting incident

Reports coming in suggest six bodyguards of Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, a younger brother of former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo, have reportedly been arrested.

Sources claimed the Police picked up the bodyguards on Sunday after the alleged shooting.

Citi News quoted the source saying, “I don’t really remember the time, but it was around nine thereabouts. Some of the bodyguards from his brother’s house, from Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena’s house, have been arrested. The police just took them away. At the moment, we haven’t heard anything further and are waiting for the police to come up with something”.

According to the source, Adwoa Safo was shot in front of her brother’s residence but indicated that her injuries were not life-threatening.

The source disclosed that the former MP was in a vehicle when the gunshots were fired.

“She is very okay. She is at the hospital. The injury is not too serious, but an injury is an injury. She was in the car when she was shot,” the source stated.

“Some of the pellets caused injuries under her neck and on her chest. There was blood on her face because she had been shot and was bleeding before she was rushed to the hospital,” the source added.

The development follows reports that Sarah Adwoa Safo is receiving medical treatment following an alleged shooting incident at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo.

Reports suggest the incident occurred at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, on Sunday, where he was organising supporters in connection with efforts to install him as the successor to his late father.

The information gathered from witnesses alleged that Adwoa Safo was present in the area when armed men opened fire on her vehicle.

It has been alleged that the gunmen reportedly discharged about 15 rounds of ammunition, with one bullet said to have grazed the former legislator near her neck.

Adwoa Safo was subsequently rushed for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.

Reports suggest police from the Dome District Command were alerted and quickly deployed to the scene to provide security as tensions escalated.

Sources close to Adwoa Safo indicate that she is in stable condition.

The shooting comes at a time when there are growing tensions within the Kristo Asafo family over the succession of the late Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo.

Some family members are already challenging attempts to install Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena as the next leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission.

Meanwhile, reports suggest an attempt by some elders of the Kristo Asafo Mission to install Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, as successor to the late Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo has been halted by a High Court injunction.

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Tragic – SHS graduate passes away after drowning in a hotel pool party

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Tragic – SHS graduate passes away after drowning in a hotel pool party

A Visual Arts student from the 2026 graduating class of Adu Gyamfi Senior High School (SHS) has passed away.

The SHS graduate has been identified as Daniel, after he sadly passed away from drowning at a hotel pool party for SHS leavers in Jamasi.

Reports suggest the tragic incident happened on Saturday, June 20, 2026, due to his inexperience in swimming.

According to reports, Daniel’s body has been deposited at Pope John Paul Mortuary in Jamasi, with the police launching an investigation surrounding his death.

In a post shared by askghmedia, it stated, “SAD NEWS

Daniel, a Visual Arts student from the 2026 graduating class of Adu Gyamfi Senior High School, has sadly passed away after drowning at a hotel pool party for SHS leavers in Jamasi on Saturday, June 20, 2026, due to his inexperience in swimming.

According to the school’s Assistant Headmaster in charge of Administration, the school had no knowledge of the event as it was an annual programme organised by the hotel in the community. Daniel’s body has been deposited at Pope John Paul Mortuary in Jamasi, and the police have since launched an investigation”.

In related news, Innocentia Avinu, a 20-year-old student of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), who had been reported missing, has been found dead on a beach.

Reports suggest the level 200 UCC student was last seen on June 11, 2026, at the Ayensu Plaza Hostel on the UCC campus when she informed friends that she was leaving campus to meet an acquaintance outside the university community.

According to the information gathered, her family launched a search and appealed to the public for assistance; however, her dead body was discovered on June 12, 2026, at Hatchland Beach Resort, near the University of Cape Coast.

 Eric-Sylvera Kwadzogah Avorgbedor, a cousin of the deceased, has since confirmed her death in an interview, revealing that the cause of death remains unknown.

“The cause of death is unknown for now. I think there is going to be an autopsy on Monday, so until then, we do not actually know what caused her death. Her body was found at Hatchland Beach,” he said.

Authorities have not yet disclosed full details of the condition of the body. Police say they are treating the case as a serious incident and have begun efforts to establish what led to her death.

Reports suggest the police have launched an investigation into the circumstances of her death.

Chief Inspector Isaac Evans Ettie of the Police Public Affairs Unit in the Central Region stated, “The Dean of Students was informed and together with the police and family members, they proceeded to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital mortuary, where the body was shown to the family and confirmed as that of Innocentia Avinu.

“The body was carefully inspected in the presence of the family members, and there were no physical marks on the body. The regional crime scene team visited the scene and processed it. Meanwhile, the body awaits an autopsy. The case is still under investigation,” Inspector Ettie stated.

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“I cannot trust that Sedina Tamakloe is in custody just because somebody tells me” – Manasseh Azure

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“I cannot trust that Sedina Tamakloe is in custody just because somebody tells me” – Manasseh Azure

Manasseh Azure Awuni, an award-winning investigative journalist, has said he cannot trust that the former MASLOC  CEO is  Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, is in custody.

According to Manasseh Azure Awuni, nothing prevents the Mahama administration from telling Ghanaians where Sedina Tamakloe is being kept, as government communication has not been enough.

He disclosed that the government’s decision to hide information will only fuel suspicion, as Ghanaians already have the perception that some convicted individuals are kept in undisclosed locations and occasionally moved.

Speaking on Citi FM on June 20, 2026, Manasseh Azure stated, “Long before her coming in, I have heard, and many people in Ghana may also have heard, that we have a system in this country where some influential people, when they are convicted and said to be in jail, don’t actually go to prison”.

“It is a whole lot of mess,” he said.

“I don’t think anything prevents this administration from telling us that, look, this person has come in; he came in on this date; he is in Nsawam prison, or he is at the Cantonments Police cells, and if everybody goes there they will find him,” he stated.

“I don’t think anything stops the government from being clear on that. So where the government intends to hide something, where there is no reason to hide it, it only fuels suspicion,” he said.

“As I sit here, I cannot trust that Sedina Tamakloe is in custody just because somebody tells me she is in custody. I don’t trust that,” he said.

“What stops the government from telling us where she is, which prison, which police cells she is being kept in?” he asked.

In related news, the  Minority in Parliament is pressing the John Mahama government, demanding the full details of the whereabouts of former MASLCO CEO Sedina Tamakloe–Attionu.

According to the Minority, the Mahama government claims that Sedina Attionu-Tamakloe is in prison custody is insufficient.

The Minority demanded details surrounding her return to Ghana and confirmed whether she is currently serving the 10-year prison sentence.

Speaking to journalists on Friday, June 19, the Member of Parliament for Effia, Isaac Boamah-Nyarko, stated, “Government communication on Sedina is a very terse one. We are having an accountable democracy where you expect government to provide full details in terms of where she was received and where she has been sent to, exactly who received her, and then the details as to whether she’s in there to serve the full sentence as we have her convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction”.

“It is not adequate for a government spokesperson to say that she is in prison custody; you can be under the care of prisons and still be in one home or the other. You can be in the hospital and still be under the care of the prison service”, he stated.

The MP added, “We want definitive information from the Minister for Government Communications. Exactly what is the status of Sedina in terms of her arrival in Ghana in prison custody?

If they provide us with the exact details, then Ghanaians would have the opportunity to understand that she’s in to serve the full term of her conviction. If the government had given us all the information, we wouldn’t be in this state of speculation.

If she has indeed been taken there, why is the information not coming from the government? We expect the government to be candid with its people. They should give us full details of her whereabouts.

We expect that the government will come out clearly. We are dissatisfied with the information that has been put out there, and we expect the government ministry to do the needful with regard to that”, he added.

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‘My role has always been to work with every president elected’ – Asantehene

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‘My role has always been to work with every president elected’ – Asantehene

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has reassured Ghanaians in the diaspora over his non-partisan stance in Ghana.

According to the Asantehene, his role has always been to work with every president elected.

He disclosed that his commitment has always been to the peace and stability of the nation, not partisan politics.

Speaking during his recent visit to Canada, the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, stated, “I am not involved in partisan politics in Ghana. My role has always been to work with every president elected by the people”.

“In 1999, I worked with President Jerry John Rawlings. I later supported President John Agyekum Kufuor during his tenure. When President John Atta Mills took office, I worked with him as well, and continued under President John Dramani Mahama. I also worked with President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, and then again with President Mahama,” Otumfuo explained.

He further disclosed, “My responsibility is to serve and support whichever government Ghanaians choose through the ballot box. Some leaders take my advice, others do not, and that is their prerogative.

I do not make public announcements about this work, yet I am sometimes labelled as NDC or at other times as NPP. I have no issue with such perceptions. My guiding principle is simple: everything I do is for the peace and stability of Ghana”.

The Asantehene further reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding the sovereignty of the Asante Kingdom.

He disclosed that with the Golden Stool, nobody can ever walk over the Asante Kingdom.

The Asantehene stated, “By God’s grace, how far God has brought the Golden Stool, nobody can ever walk over the Asante Kingdom. Notwithstanding, I don’t use the stool’s power to intimidate anybody. The truth is what our fathers left for us; I will not let anybody take it.

“As there is history, and they say I took a son to stay at Nkoranza, or I built Berekum, I won’t let anybody take it. We should all be truthful for the truth and traditions to stand. And I won’t use Asante to intimidate Ghana as a nation”.

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Ken Ofori-Atta can only be trial in absentia if US authorities return proof of service -OSP

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Ken Ofori-Atta can only be trial in absentia if US authorities return proof of service -OSP

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has clarified that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s trial in absentia can only proceed once the US authorities have formally returned proof of service.

According to the OSP, the judge will then set a timeline for the accused, Ken Ofori-Atta, to appear. If he chooses not to, the trial may proceed in his absence.

The Director of Strategy, Research, and Communications at the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), Sammy Darko, explained that the constitutional threshold for Ken Ofori-Atta to be tried in absentia has not been met because a formal service of charges has not been completed.

According to Sammy Darko, the legal process governing trial in absentia is strictly defined and begins only after an accused person has been properly charged and duly served.

He disclosed that the current debate around trying Ofori-Atta in his absence is premature.

Sammy Darko stated, “Trial in absentia is not triggered by the mere filing of charges,” Darko said. “It is triggered when a person who has been properly charged and properly notified of the proceedings refuses to come before the court.”

He disclosed that under Article 19(3) of the Constitution, a person can only be tried in absentia if they have first been “duly notified” of the trial.

“It does not mean notification through social media. It does not mean a phone call. It does not mean merely informing the person’s lawyers,” he said.

Sammy Darko disclosed that although charges have been filed and court approval obtained to serve the documents in the United States, proof of Ken Ofori-Atta being served has not been returned to Ghana through official channels.

“At this stage, what remains is proof that the documents have been served,” he said.

He added that once proof of service is filed, the court must still give the accused, Ken Ofori-Atta, a reasonable opportunity to appear before any further steps are taken.

Sammy Darko also cited that the pending Supreme Court case reviewing aspects of the OSP’s prosecutorial powers has also affected their proceedings.

Meanwhile, Kofi Bentil, a Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, has said that if he were in the shoes of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, he would not return to Ghana.

According to Kofi Bentil, Ken Ofori-Atta would be in danger of assault if he returned to Ghana.

He argued that Ken Ofori-Atta would be in danger of being assaulted even by ordinary citizens because he has been so demonised.

Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, June 20, Kofi Bentil stated, “If I were Ken, I wouldn’t come to Ghana, not because I’m afraid of the charges. I have said on this table that the charges are not serious. It is being reported that the US court is saying the same thing”.

“I said it about a year ago: 78 charges for whatever. And I said, if I’m Ken, not because I’m afraid. As far as I am concerned, Ken Ofori-Atta, if he were here, would be in danger of being assaulted even by ordinary citizens because he has been so demonised,” he stated.

Kofi Bentil, however, added that he would prefer Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana and respond to the allegations against him.

He added, “I wish he would come and face the charges and face them down,” he said.

“So people should take things in context. My worry is that, because of the emotions surrounding this matter, we are not being methodical about it. And that’s why we are where we are.”

Kofi Bentil also revisited the OSP’s handling of the case, “From the beginning, it was on this table that I revealed he had not even been charged, yet Interpol Red Notices had been issued against him”.

“And I said it would not go anywhere. What have we seen? It did not go anywhere. They were withdrawn, and they apologised to him”.

 “I said it here long before that, when you haven’t charged a person, how do you issue an Interpol Red Notice? People said, ‘You are defending Ken.’ I said, ‘No.’ The point is that it is not a proper procedure”.

He added, “When you have a prosecutorial body, which is a serious institution, issuing an Interpol Red Notice — an international wanted notice — against somebody it has not charged, that’s the point I made a year ago. And I’m saying Interpol itself has come to the conclusion that I was right.”

“There’s a right way to do something and a wrong way to do it. And when we say these things, people think, ‘Oh, you are defending Ken.’ No. I’m saying there’s a right way and there’s a wrong way”.

“Let’s never forget the fact that Ken Ofori-Atta did not run away from the OSP. He went abroad for medical treatment. And when they contacted him, he was communicating with them. His lawyers were communicating with them.”

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‘NDC promised heaven and earth, yet they have failed woefully’ – Sammi Awuku

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‘NDC promised heaven and earth, yet they have failed woefully’ – Sammi Awuku

Sammi Awuku, the Member of Parliament for Akuapim North, has launched a scathing attack on the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government.

According to Sammi Awuku, the NDC promised heaven and earth, yet they have failed woefully and will be voted out.

He argued that the NDC administration under John Mahama has failed to deliver on its many promises to Ghanaians.

Sammi Awuku is quoted to have said, “The NDC promised heaven and earth in the 2024 elections; how many of these promises have they fulfilled? See this 24-Hour economy policy, it remains a scam. Look at unemployment in Ghana now; it has skyrocketed than before, this administration has failed woefully and will be voted out in 2028.”

“The NPP is the only party we have, the only vehicle that we all ride; only unity can get us the victory we want in 2028. Let’s remain united and stand behind Dr Bawumia for the goal ahead.”

In other news, Sammi Awuku, the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, has launched a scathing attack on the John Mahama government’s handling of youth unemployment.

The Akuapem North MP described the current economic situation as an “Indomie 1:3:3 economy”

According to Sammi Awuku, the Youth unemployment crisis is a National Security Concern and goes beyond an ‘indomie 1 3 3’.

The Member of Parliament for Akuapem North argued that even the government’s 24-hour Secretariat does not operate a 24-hour shift.

He highlighted that there is a growing trend among the youths were they they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree without any clear employment opportunities after school.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Sammi Awuku stated, “Mr Speaker, the situation we face today go beyond somebody proposing an indomie 1 3 3 economy situation. The situation we face today is that young people are not asking for pity.

In our various constituencies today, maybe my colleague will try to shy away from that problem; there’s a growing trend where young people, after acquiring a degree, because there are no jobs, they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree. They keep filing these certificates with a job deferred for a date that they cannot even tell,” he added.

The MP added, “We were in this Chamber when the NDC themselves brought this 24-hour economy thing before our very august House. We are almost into 24 months since they got into this government. And today, if you go to even the 24-hour economy secretariat, they themselves do not practise that 24-hour economy that they are talking about”.

“Isn’t it strange that, Mr Speaker, we have a government today that will tell you that we are launching a 1 million coders programme. Almost 18 months or more into the attainment, they have not even been able to onboard even 100,000 out of the 1 million.

“Go to the Ministry for Youth Development. Even that Ministry itself is underfunded. They themselves need a rescue and a bailout,” he claimed.

Sammi Awuku further added, “Our colleagues should not reduce this unemployment situation… It is a national security matter. Because if the young people in our various constituencies cannot see any end in sight, the politicians become a target for the opposition,” he said.

“Under the Big Push programme, this year, they said they were going to employ about 900,000 young people. We are in June. They haven’t been able to employ 10,000 out of it,” he alleged.

Until Bawumia becomes president, I will not rest – Wontumi tells NPP members

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Until Bawumia becomes president, I will not rest – Wontumi tells NPP members

Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, a New Patriotic Party (NPP) national chairman hopeful, has told his fellow party members that until Dr Mahamudu Bawumia becomes president, he will not rest.

According to Wontumi, he will work tirelessly to secure victory for the NPP and Dr Bawumia in the 2028 election.  

Speaking at the end of a constituency unity walk in Tarkwa-Nsuaem in the Western Region, Wontumi stated, “I will not rest until Dr Mahamudu Bawumia becomes the next president of Ghana come 2028”.

Wontumi made this known while addressing the gathering after the Tarkwa-Nsuaem constituency branch of the NPP under the theme, “United we walk, stronger we build.”

Chairman Wontumi also criticised what he described as the economic difficulties facing Ghanaians and urged party members to remain united.

In other news,  Chairman Wontumi, an aspiring National Chairman of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), has dismissed criticism about his English proficiency.

Wontumi argued that people keep saying he does not speak good English, but that does not bother him as he is not in an English-speaking competition.

According to Wontumi, his focus is to regain power in the 2028 general elections and is not bothered by comments questioning his academic credentials or English.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen show, Chairman Wontumi said, “People saying I don’t speak good English doesn’t stop me. I’m unperturbed. I’m not in the national chairmanship race for an English-speaking competition. I’m in it to serve the people, and I will always speak the language the grassroots understand”.

“I’m not here to spoil our constitution but to fulfil it and claim victory for the party. I don’t think the party is concerned about titles; rather, the party wants power”.

“My certificate is my experience. I have been in this for 20 years. I have been the regional chairman three consecutive times. I have the party constitution at heart,” he stated.

“We had elite leaders for the 2024 elections, and we lost, so why don’t we try the grassroots as well? ” he questioned.

Wontumi further argued, “I am coming to alleviate us from the pain of the election we lost. We have learned from our mistakes, and we are going to correct all of them”.

“If I am made chairman, it will debunk all the allegations that if you don’t have a certificate, you can’t rise in the ranks in the NPP. It will give everyone hope that if you work well at the party, you can be promoted to higher positions,” he stated.

“The grassroots, for the first time, will partner with academia. I am going to be a chairman for everyone—a working chairman, a grassroots chairman, and a listening chairman,” he said.

“We will work collectively, and the NPP is going to work again,” he added.

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Your honeymoon period is over; nothing is going on – Mahama told 

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Your honeymoon period is over; nothing is going on – Mahama told 

Mike Oquaye Jnr, a former New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Dome-Kwabenya and former High Commissioner, has bluntly told President John Dramani Mahama his honeymoon period is over.

According to Mike Oquaye Jnr, after about 18 months in office, nothing is going on regarding the 24-hour economy.

He expressed concerns over the NDC government’s flagship 24-hour economy policy, firing shots at the 24-hour economy secretariat for earning rather than working for Ghanaians.

Speaking on TV3’s The Key Points on June 20, 2026, Mike Oquaye Jnr disclosed, “24-hour economy. What is going on there? Nothing. And when we sit in this economy, where now the secretariat itself is earning rather than working, then these are points that people are going to be worried about in terms of approval.

“So, let us juxtapose all these things. The honeymoon period is over. We wish President John Mahama well in the things that he says that he will do, but he must do them. Otherwise, some of us will point them out, whether here or even in Parliament, to be able to explain to him that you said you would do this,” he asserted.

Mike Oquaye Jnr further highlighted concerns among farmers, particularly cocoa and cashew producers, “You said you would bring boreholes into the middle of cocoa farms and use the water to irrigate the cocoa. Is it flawless? Because you can water cocoa.

My grandfather is a cocoa farmer. You can never water cocoa with boreholes. So, these are things that cocoa farmers are disappointed about”, he stated.

“…Cashew farmers are disappointed. Many other sectors of our economy are disappointed. So, the honeymoon period is over. Let us see what happens in the future”, he added.

In related news, some months ago, Senyo Hosi, a Finance and economic policy analyst, told President John Dramani Mahama that his honeymoon period back in government is over.

According to Senyo Hosi, the Mahama government must focus on substantive issues that affect our people, like production and employment for our youth.

He detailed that the Ghanaians will soon stop discussing the sins of Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as they start to demand accountability from the Mahama government.

Senyo Hosi is quoted to have said, “People now are going to stop discussing what Nana Addo was like. People are now going to hold this government accountable for their own aspirations as human beings, as Ghanaians and their expectations of governance.

Real lives are at stake, and real questions will start being asked. Nana Addo is fast becoming history in people’s expectations and people’s problems about governance. People have accountability issues. Are you really delivering accountability beyond the press conferences and saying…Who has become accountable after over a whole year in office?

We were having conversations with the transport minister about the efficiency of procurement, about you still doing single sourcing. People are seeing these things and will start judging you on its own merit”.

He added, This is the defining year for John Mahama; the real state of his government will be evaluated after this year. Next year is campaign mode, and there will be a lot of disruption, but this is an indication that your honeymoon is over, so please get focused on the substantive issues that affect our people. Production, employment for our youth, we are looking clearly about accountability”.

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BREAKING – Adwoa Safo injured after gunmen open fire on her car

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BREAKING – Adwoa Safo injured after gunmen open fire on her car

Sarah Adwoa Safo, the former Dome-Kwabenya MP, is receiving medical treatment following an alleged shooting incident at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo.

Reports suggest the incident occurred at the residence of her younger brother, Israel Kwadwo Safo, on Sunday, where he was organising supporters in connection with efforts to install him as the successor to his late father.

The information gathered from witnesses alleged that Adwoa Safo was present in the area when armed men opened fire on her vehicle.

It has been alleged that the gunmen reportedly discharged about 15 rounds of ammunition, with one bullet said to have grazed the former legislator near her neck.

Adwoa Safo was subsequently rushed for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.

Reports suggest police from the Dome District Command were alerted and quickly deployed to the scene to provide security as tensions escalated.

Sources close to Adwoa Safo indicate that she is in stable condition.

The shooting comes at a time when there are growing tensions within the Kristo Asafo family over the succession of the late Apostle Emeritus Kwadwo Safo.

Some family members are already challenging attempts to install Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena as the next leader of the Kristo Asafo Mission.

Meanwhile, reports suggest an attempt by some elders of the Kristo Asafo Mission to install Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, as successor to the late Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo has been halted by a High Court injunction.

Court document suggest two senior members of the Kristo Asafo Mission have dragged the church and some of its key leaders to the High Court in a bid to stop the installation of Apostle Kwadwo Safo’s son, Israel Kwadwo Safo (Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena), as the next leader of the movement.

According to Court documents, Kweku Agyenim Boateng, a former Deputy General Secretary of Kristo Asafo Mission, and Seth Appiah Richard Brown have filed a writ challenging the legitimacy of the succession process following the death of the church’s founder, Apostle Emeritus Dr Ing. Kwadwo Safo, in September 2025.

The lawsuit, filed at the High Court in Accra, names Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana, Israel Kwadwo Safo (also known as Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena), Festus Owusu Badu, Dr Kwadwo Addo Oduro and Robert Ntiful as defendants.

The plaintiffs contend that while Israel Kwadwo Safo had at one point been designated as a successor by the founder, amendments made to the church’s constitution in 2024 altered the line of succession and rendered him ineligible to assume the leadership.

“See the International embarrassment” – NPP MP demands answers on $296m meth bust linked to Ghana

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“See the International embarrassment” – NPP MP demands answers on $296m meth bust linked to Ghana

Rev John Ntim Fordjour, the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, has called on the Mahama government to account to the public after a large shipment of methamphetamine (meth) linked to Ghana was busted in Australia.

According to Rev John Ntim Fordjour, when he kept cautioning about Ghana becoming a transit point for drug trafficking, the NDC released all their attack on him.

He further highlighted that now Ghana is facing an international embarrassment.

The MP further demanded answers on the 320 kg meth seizure linked to Ghana from government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu, NACOC, and BNI, arguing that Ghanaians are owned explanation.

In a post on X,  Rev John Ntim Fordjour wrote, “Another major $296 million drug bust originating from our country? When I kept cautioning about Ghana becoming a transit point for drug trafficking, NDC and Jubilee House released all their attack machineries on me.

Now see the international embarrassment. @FelixKwakyeOfo1, NACOC and BNI owe this country an explanation. They shouldn’t escape accountability!”.

His comments come on the back of the Narcotics Control Commission announcing that it has opened investigations into the interception of about 320 kilograms of methamphetamine by Australian authorities.

Reports suggest the drugs were hidden in a shipment declared as charcoal and sent from Ghana to Australia.

Following the bust, authorities in Australia have since charged three people in connection with the case.

The information gathered suggests the seized consignment is valued at roughly A$296 million and is believed to be capable of supplying more than three million street-level deals.

However, Bright Simons highlighted that the Australian meth bust actually happened in April 2026, with Ghanaian law enforcement having known since but giving Ghanaians no update.

According to Bright Simons, in the last two years, Ghana has seen several such strange criminal consignments pop up with zero updates from the security services.

Bright Simons further detailed that the Australian meth bust opens up an interesting new angle outside the Ghanaian security services.

He revealed that no one can ship or tranship charcoal out of Ghana without a Charcoal Export Permit from the Energy Commission, adding that if the charcoal originates in Ghana, one needs a Charcoal Production License.

Also, Bright Simons questioned the Energy Commission over how 320kg of meth left Ghana undetected.

In a post on X, Bright Simons wrote, “Remember the Sapeiman bust? The one where kilos of gold and cash were found in mysterious boxes? No serious update till now.

The Australian meth bust actually happened in April 2026. Ghanaian law enforcement has known since then. Not one word.

This bust involving charcoal however, opens up an interesting new angle outside the Ghanaian security services.

No one can ship or tranship charcoal out of Ghana without a Charcoal Export Permit from the ENERGY COMMISSION. And if the charcoal originates in Ghana, one needs a Charcoal Production License.

I once investigated a situation where Ghanaian charcoal producers were blaming the Energy Commission for delays in securing permits for export, leading to a collapse in overseas sales”.

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‘Australian meth bust happened in April’ – Bright Simons blows alarm on 320kg meth seizure linked to Ghana

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‘Australian meth bust happened in April’ – Bright Simons blows alarm on 320kg meth seizure linked to Ghana

Bright Simons, the Vice President of Policy Think Tank IMANI Africa, has dropped a shocking revelation concerning the Australian meth bust linked to Ghana.

It will be recalled that some days ago, the Narcotics Control Commission announced that it has opened investigations into the interception of about 320 kilograms of methamphetamine by Australian authorities.

Reports suggest the drugs were hidden in a shipment declared as charcoal and sent from Ghana to Australia.

Following the bust, authorities in Australia have since charged three people in connection with the case.

The information gathered suggests the seized consignment is valued at roughly A$296 million and is believed to be capable of supplying more than three million street-level deals.

However, Bright Simons highlighted that the Australian meth bust actually happened in April 2026, with Ghanaian law enforcement having known since but giving Ghanaians no update.

According to Bright Simons, in the last two years, Ghana has seen several such strange criminal consignments pop up with zero updates from the security services.

Bright Simons further detailed that the Australian meth bust opens up an interesting new angle outside the Ghanaian security services.

He revealed that no one can ship or tranship charcoal out of Ghana without a Charcoal Export Permit from the Energy Commission, adding that if the charcoal originates in Ghana, one needs a Charcoal Production License.

In his long write-up, Bright Simons wrote, “1.     Yesterday, Australia’s border police reported that a consignment of charcoal from Ghana shipped to Port Botany in two containers contained methamphetamines worth ~$210 million in street value.

2.     That’s like a lot of meth, man.

3.     On the Aussie side, a British actress and an Adelaide couple have been taken into custody.

4.      We are not getting any serious filla from Ghanaian security agencies. In the last two years, we have seen several of such strange criminal consignments popped up with zero updates from the security services.

5.     Remember the Sapeiman bust? The one where kilos of gold and cash were found in mysterious boxes? No serious update till now.

6.     The Australian meth bust actually happened in April 2026. Ghanaian law enforcement have known since then. Not one word.

7.     This bust involving charcoal however opens up an interesting new angle outside the Ghanaian security services.

8.     No one can ship or tranship charcoal out of Ghana without a Charcoal Export Permit from the ENERGY COMMISSION. And if the charcoal originates in Ghana, one needs a Charcoal Production License.

9.     I once investigated a situation where Ghanaian charcoal producers were blaming Energy Commission for delays in securing permits for export, leading to a collapse in overseas sales.

10. What’s more, the permit process includes the intended shipping line’s details, approved export quantity, and authorised destination.

11. The permit bears the name of the licensee, permit validity period, and the destination. Since quotas are strictly enforced, circumvention is literally criminal.

12. Energy Commission, where is the data?

13. By convention, these details are even supposed to be in the publicly inspectable register.

14. So far, the only data on charcoal exports from the Energy Commission do not include Australia as an end-destination for the 13 primary exporters. Asia tops and then Europe.

15. Commercial databases only shows only $124k in wood exports (of which charcoal is likely a small subset) to Australia.

16. Regarding meth itself, Ghana is a growing node in the production of “precursors,” i.e. raw chemicals that can be turned into meth with ease (with imports supposedly regulated by NACOC), according to GI-TOC, UNODC, and other global intel services. But documented raids in Africa on actual meth factories have mostly been in South Africa and Nigeria.

17. In fact, the June 2022 Daniel Ameko/Ibrahim Fosu case was a Ghana-to-Australia meth bust using Aramex as courier.

18. Then there was a 2025 transhipment case involving Rwandan and Nigerian nodes with Ghana as transit hub.

19. Very little info has been published by the security services about all these episodes. Meanwhile, such developments raise Ghana’s risk profile for all Ghanaian travellers and businesses dealing with overseas parties.

20. Will the Energy Commission do better on this one? Will they? We want the data”.

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Ken Agyapong has genuine concerns about working with Abronye, Adwoa Safo, KOKA, others – Kwasi Kwarteng

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Ken Agyapong has genuine concerns about working with Abronye, Adwoa Safo, KOKA, others – Kwasi Kwarteng

Kwasi Kwarteng, a spokesperson for former Assin Central Member of Parliament Ken Agyapong, has explained that his boss has genuine concerns about working with Abronye, Adwoa Safo, KOKA, others.  

According to Kwesi Kwarteng, calls from some party members demanding the sacking of Ken Agyapong over his outburst are not wise.

He argued that the expulsion of Ken Agyapong from the party, considering the current state of the NPP compared to 2016, when some party leaders were dismissed, and the party still went on to win power.

Kwesi Kwarteng highlighted that it would be better for the party to resolve its internal differences rather than remove Ken Agyapong.

Speaking in an interview on Asempa FM on June 21, 2026, Kwasi Kwarteng explained, “Let us assume, without admitting, that Kennedy was even wrong. You will still need him and his supporters. Instead of debating who is right or wrong, why don’t we come together, apologise to each other, and move on? Is that difficult?

“If you listen to his concerns, he was asking how he could work with Abronye, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, KOKA, Adwoa Safo, and others. Don’t you think he has genuine concerns?

“Do you think if these issues had been discussed behind closed doors, they would have become public? Ken is not a saint; he is a human being. Sacking him from the party who does it benefit?” he said.

“It is not only party members who will vote in the election. You will still need Kennedy Agyapong, his supporters, and the many people who look up to him,” he added.

His comment comes on the heels of Ken Agyapong, who has vowed to take action against members of his own party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), starting in June or July 2027.

According to Ken Agyapong, the NPP thinks he is stupid to come and follow them again, warning that from July 2027, they will see action from him.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, the former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Ken Agyapong, stated, “It will not be long when you travel the way they respect you, then when you get here. Somebody like KOKA is saying my head has been operated on. He does not know what will happen to him. NPP people, are you ready? I am saying June, July 2027, me and you action in Ghana, you will be surprised, you think I am stupid. 

You think I am stupid to come and follow you guys again. If you were to say ten sins of Ken Agyapong, you wait and see what will happen. I am not afraid of you, you wait and see. I have given you the time, June 2027, you will see action in this country”. 

Also, Ken Agyapong disclosed that he will not be intimidated or silenced by criticism from within the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

Ken Agyapong comments follow the criticism he received following his remarks about the party for failing to complete and operationalise the Afari Military Hospital during its eight years in government.

Ken Agyapong dismissed suggestions that he was motivated by bitterness, adding that his comments were about national development rather than partisan interests.

He added, “The NPP says I am bitter. I will not say anything to them. They think it is about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If Ghanaians want to know, they should ask them about Agenda 111 if they were able to complete one. They sold the contracts to other people and take 10 per cent”.

“NPP should be careful with me, saying I am bitter. If they provoke me, I will spill the beans all over the place,” he cautioned.

“In the NDC too, I was there when somebody brought a contract to my wife about 55 million dollars. She was asked to pay an advance of 7 per cent before they give it to her,” he alleged.

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How did 320kg of meth leave Ghana in charcoal bags undetected? – Bright Simons quizzes

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How did 320kg of meth leave Ghana in charcoal bags undetected? – Bright Simons quizzes

Bright Simons, the Vice President of Policy Think Tank IMANI Africa, has questioned the Energy Commission over how 320kg of meth left Ghana undetected.

It will be recalled that some days ago, the Narcotics Control Commission announced that it has opened investigations into the interception of about 320 kilograms of methamphetamine by Australian authorities.

Reports suggest the drugs were hidden in a shipment declared as charcoal and sent from Ghana to Australia.

Following the bust, authorities in Australia have since charged three people in connection with the case.

The information gathered suggests the seized consignment is valued at roughly A$296 million and is believed to be capable of supplying more than three million street-level deals.

According to Bright Simons, no one can ship or tranship charcoal out of Ghana without a Charcoal Export Permit from the Energy Commission, adding that if the charcoal originates in Ghana, one needs a Charcoal Production License.

Bright Simons further detailed that the Australian meth bust opens up an interesting new angle outside the Ghanaian security services.

In a post on X, Bright Simons wrote, “Remember the Sapeiman bust? The one where kilos of gold and cash were found in mysterious boxes? No serious update till now.

The Australian meth bust actually happened in April 2026. Ghanaian law enforcement have known since then. Not one word.

This bust involving charcoal however opens up an interesting new angle outside the Ghanaian security services.

No one can ship or tranship charcoal out of Ghana without a Charcoal Export Permit from the ENERGY COMMISSION. And if the charcoal originates in Ghana, one needs a Charcoal Production License.

I once investigated a situation where Ghanaian charcoal producers were blaming the Energy Commission for delays in securing permits for export, leading to a collapse in overseas sales”.

His post further added, “What’s more, the permit process includes the intended shipping line’s details, approved export quantity, and authorised destination.

The permit bears the name of the licensee, permit validity period, and the destination. Since quotas are strictly enforced, circumvention is literally criminal.

Energy Commission, where is the data? By convention, these details are even supposed to be in the publicly inspectable register.

So far, the only data on charcoal exports from the Energy Commission do not include Australia as an end destination for the 13 primary exporters. Asia tops, and then Europe.

Commercial databases only show $124k in wood exports (of which charcoal is likely a small subset) to Australia.

Regarding meth itself, Ghana is a growing node in the production of “precursors,” i.e. raw chemicals that can be turned into meth with ease (with imports supposedly regulated by NACOC), according to GI-TOC, UNODC, and other global intel services. But documented raids in Africa on actual meth factories have mostly been in South Africa and Nigeria.

In fact, the June 2022 Daniel Ameko/Ibrahim Fosu case was a Ghana-to-Australia meth bust using Aramex as courier. Then there was a 2025 transhipment case involving Rwandan and Nigerian nodes with Ghana as transit hub.

Very little info has been published by the security services about all these episodes. Meanwhile, such developments raise Ghana’s risk profile for all Ghanaian travellers and businesses dealing with overseas parties.

Will the Energy Commission do better on this one? Will they? We want the data”.

Meanwhile, Rev John Ntim Fordjour, the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee, has called on the government to account to the public after a large shipment of methamphetamine linked to Ghana that was busted in Australia.

In a post on X,  Rev John Ntim Fordjour wrote, “Another major $296 million drug bust originating from our country? When I kept cautioning about Ghana becoming a transit point for drug trafficking, NDC and Jubilee House released all their attack machineries on me.

Now see the international embarrassment. @FelixKwakyeOfo1, NACOC and BNI owe this country an explanation. They shouldn’t escape accountability!”.

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Education Ministry suspends graduation ceremonies in all SHS over excessive display of wealth

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Education Ministry suspends graduation ceremonies in all SHS over excessive display of wealth

The Education Ministry has suspended graduation ceremonies across all Senior High Schools (SHS) over the recent excessive display of wealth.

According to the Education Ministry, schools are institutions for learning, discipline and character development, and graduation ceremonies should rather mirror modesty and dignity rather than luxury.

The education minister, Haruna Iddrisu, called for the GES to suspend all SHS graduation ceremonies with immediate effect, pending a review of existing guidelines.

In a statement issued by the education minister’s Press Secretary, Hashmin Mohammed, on June 20, 2026, read, “The Ministry strongly condemns any conduct by students, parents, guardians, or other stakeholders that promotes extravagance and detracts from the true purpose of school ceremonies”.

“Consequently, the Honourable Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) to suspend all Senior High School graduation ceremonies nationwide with immediate effect, pending a review of existing guidelines governing such events,” the release added.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the development stated, “I disagree. This trend has been normalised for years in elite schools like AIS, GIS, DPS and others without outrage. Now that it has reached public schools, suddenly it’s a national crisis? Either the principle was wrong from the start, or the concern is more about who is doing it than what is being done”.

One X user added, “This is a commendable initiative by the Ministry of Education. Excessive displays of wealth in schools can make less privileged children feel excluded or inferior. I applaud the Ministry for taking such action”.

A netizen stated, “We are hypocritical and biased as a society. In a country where politicians openly flaunt luxury while citizens struggle to afford basic meals, it is absurd that the moral line is suddenly drawn at parents celebrating their children’s academic success. If extravagance is truly the problem, then the scrutiny should begin with those in power, not ordinary families”.

“It seems normal and quaint when you are not a victim. This put psychological trauma on “broke” innocent children; they seem to be okay just to stabilise their mental health, but profoundly, they are left alone to deal with thousands of questions.. WHY?”, a netizen noted.

A netizen noted, “This is great leadership. Many poor parents are suffering from these SHS graduation ceremonies. They are asked to pay contributions and it’s sometimes a burden on them. U know children, while others are paying, your child also gives you pressure to pay for him or her”.

“By that logic, politicians shouldn’t be allowed to do anything, given how many leave richer than they arrived, driving luxury cars bought with public funds & sending their children to elite schools abroad while neglecting our own education system. Why else are so many at EOCO?”, a netizen added.

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GES bans flamboyant post-examination celebrations on school premises

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GES bans flamboyant post-examination celebrations on school premises

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has banned flamboyant post-examination celebrations on school premises.

In a statement issued by the GES, they banned the presentation of luxury gifts, including cars and money bouquets, to students on school premises after they complete their examinations.

The Ghana Education Service further warned that heads of schools who permit such acts will face sanctions.

The moves follow public concerns over excessive displays of wealth, with parents prohibited from presenting expensive gifts such as cars or money bouquets.

The GES statement issued read, “Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has observed with concern an emerging trend of parents and guardians engaging in flamboyant celebration of their children’s completion of Senior High School. Such opulent displays are characterised by the presentation of expensive gifts such as motor vehicles and money bouquets to their children or wards on school premises.

While Management is not against the practice of parents and guardians celebrating achievement of their children or wards, Management is against the practice of such ostentatious displays by parents on school premises.

In order to ensure that this practice does not gain roots in the school culture, Management wishes to inform the general public that, henceforth, post-examination celebrations that are characterised by lavish presentation of items such as motor vehicles to students are prohibited on school premises.

Heads of schools who allow this practice on their campus will be sanctioned.

Schools are designed to promote social equalizers where merit and personal effort take priority over economic status. Ostentatious displays of wealth by parents on school premises create visible socio-economic divisions, shift the focus from academic achievement to financial privilege, and can foster psychological distress among students whose parents are not able to compete in such flamboyant celebrations.

Management counts on the usual cooperation of parents, guardians, and other stakeholders”.

Also, the Education Ministry has suspended graduation ceremonies across all Senior High Schools over the recent excessive display of wealth.

According to the Education Ministry, schools are institutions for learning, discipline and character development, and graduation ceremonies should rather mirror modesty and dignity rather than luxury.

The education minister, Haruna Iddrisu, called for the GES to suspend all SHS graduation ceremonies with immediate effect, pending a review of existing guidelines.

In a statement issued by the education minister’s Press Secretary, Hashmin Mohammed, on June 20, 2026, read, “The Ministry strongly condemns any conduct by students, parents, guardians, or other stakeholders that promotes extravagance and detracts from the true purpose of school ceremonies”.

“Consequently, the Honourable Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has directed the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) to suspend all Senior High School graduation ceremonies nationwide with immediate effect, pending a review of existing guidelines governing such events,” the release added.

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24-hour economy secretariat earning rather than working – Mike Ocquaye Jnr

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24-hour economy secretariat earning rather than working – Mike Ocquaye Jnr

Mike Ocquaye Jnr, the former Parliamentary Candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Dome Kwabenya Constituency, has expressed concerns over the 24-hour economy secretariat.

According to Mike Ocquaye Jnr, the 24-hour economy secretariat is rather earning than working for the good people of Ghana.

Mike Ocquaye Jnr argued that various sectors of the economy are disappointed in the current government, following the high hopes it gave to the people during the 2024 campaign season.

The NPP stressed that it is about time the president begins fulfilling his promises to the people of Ghana or be called out for his failure.

Speaking on TV3’s The Key Points on June 20, 2026, Mike Oquaye Jnr stated, “Look at the real situation on the ground. 24-hour economy, what is going on there? Nothing, and when we sit in this economy, where now the secretariat itself is earning rather than working, then these are points people are going to be worried about in terms of approval”.

“We wish President Mahama well in the things that he says that he will do, but he must do them, otherwise some of us will point them out either here or even in parliament and explain to him that you said you’ll do this, you said you’ll bring boreholes in the middle of cocoa farms and use the water to water the cocoa farms, is it flowers?

You can never water cocoa with water holes. Cocoa farmers are disappointed, cashew farmers are disappointed, and many sectors of our economy are disappointed. The honeymoon period is now, so let us see what happens in the future,” he said.

In related news, Sammi Awuku, the Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, has expressed deep concern on the John Mahama government’s handling of youth unemployment.

The Akuapem North MP described the current economic situation as an “Indomie 1:3:3 economy”

According to Sammi Awuku, even the government’s 24-hour Economy Secretariat does not operate a 24-hour shift.

He highlighted that there is a growing trend among the youths were they they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree without any clear employment opportunities after school.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on the rising unemployment situation in the country on Thursday, June 11, 2026, Sammi Awuku stated, “Mr Speaker, the situation we face today go beyond somebody proposing an indomie 1 3 3 economy situation. The situation we face today is that young people are not asking for pity.

In our various constituencies today, maybe my colleague will try to shy away from that problem, there’s a growing trend where young people, after acquiring a degree, because there are no jobs, they are now looking forward to applying for another course to obtain another degree. They keep filing these certificates with a job deferred for a date that they cannot even tell,” he added.

The MP added, “We were in this Chamber when the NDC themselves brought this 24-hour economy thing before our very august House. We are almost into 24 months since they got into this government. And today, if you go to even the 24-hour economy secretariat, they themselves do not practise that 24-hour economy that they are talking about”.

“Isn’t it strange that, Mr Speaker, we have a government today that will tell you that we are launching a 1 million coders programme. Almost 18 months or more into the attainment, they have not even been able to onboard even 100,000 out of the 1 million.

“Go to the Ministry for Youth Development. Even that Ministry itself is underfunded. They themselves need a rescue and a bailout,” he claimed.

Sammi Awuku further added, “Our colleagues should not reduce this unemployment situation… It is a national security matter. Because if the young people in our various constituencies cannot see any end in sight, the politicians become a target for the opposition,” he said.

“Under the Big Push programme, this year, they said they were going to employ about 900,000 young people. We are in June. They haven’t been able to employ 10,000 out of it,” he alleged.

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Ken Ofori-Atta is in danger of assault if he returns to Ghana – Kofi Bentil claims 

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Ken Ofori-Atta is in danger of assault if he returns to Ghana – Kofi Bentil claims 

Kofi Bentil, a Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, has said that if he were in the shoes of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, he would not return to Ghana.

According to Kofi Bentil, Ken Ofori-Atta would be in danger of assault if he returned to Ghana.

He argued that Ken Ofori-Atta would be in danger of being assaulted even by ordinary citizens because he has been so demonised.

Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, June 20, Kofi Bentil stated, “If I were Ken, I wouldn’t come to Ghana, not because I’m afraid of the charges. I have said on this table that the charges are not serious. It is being reported that the US court is saying the same thing”.

“I said it about a year ago: 78 charges for whatever. And I said, if I’m Ken, not because I’m afraid. As far as I am concerned, Ken Ofori-Atta, if he were here, would be in danger of being assaulted even by ordinary citizens because he has been so demonised,” he stated.

Kofi Bentil, however, added that he would prefer Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana and respond to the allegations against him.

He added, “I wish he would come and face the charges and face them down,” he said.

“So people should take things in context. My worry is that, because of the emotions surrounding this matter, we are not being methodical about it. And that’s why we are where we are.”

Kofi Bentil also revisited the OSP’s handling of the case, “From the beginning, it was on this table that I revealed he had not even been charged, yet Interpol Red Notices had been issued against him”.

“And I said it would not go anywhere. What have we seen? It did not go anywhere. They were withdrawn, and they apologised to him”.

 “I said it here long before that, when you haven’t charged a person, how do you issue an Interpol Red Notice? People said, ‘You are defending Ken.’ I said, ‘No.’ The point is that it is not a proper procedure”.

He added, “When you have a prosecutorial body, which is a serious institution, issuing an Interpol Red Notice — an international wanted notice — against somebody it has not charged, that’s the point I made a year ago. And I’m saying Interpol itself has come to the conclusion that I was right.”

“There’s a right way to do something and a wrong way to do it. And when we say these things, people think, ‘Oh, you are defending Ken.’ No. I’m saying there’s a right way and there’s a wrong way”.

“Let’s never forget the fact that Ken Ofori-Atta did not run away from the OSP. He went abroad for medical treatment. And when they contacted him, he was communicating with them. His lawyers were communicating with them.”

“It is a decision he made not to return because of the atmosphere that was created. And that also has been reported,” he said.

“When you have all these things going on, it poisons the environment. The law actually says that you have a right not to return to that kind of environment. It is not only the prosecuting and arresting institutions that can create such circumstances.”

His comments follows reports that Ken Ofori-Atta has reportedly secured a legal victory in the United States, with an immigration court approving his application to adjust his immigration status.

According to reports, the US court has paved the way for Ken Ofori-Atta to obtain lawful permanent residency in the United States.

Reports suggest the decision was delivered on Monday when the Immigration court considered Mr Ofori-Atta’s I-485 petition.

A Press Release by lawyers of Ken Ofori-Atta in Ghana revealed that the court examined issues surrounding the criminal investigations and charges currently facing the former minister in Ghana, with the judge reportedly raising concerns about some of the circumstances linked to the actions taken by Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

“During the hearing, attention was drawn to the OSP’s earlier declaration of Mr Ofori-Atta as a fugitive from justice.

The court reportedly heard that the declaration was made while the former minister was receiving medical treatment in the United States and at a time when his legal representatives were still engaging with investigators in Ghana.

Evidence was also presented by a witness familiar with international policing and Interpol procedures, who reportedly questioned aspects of the process adopted by the Ghanaian authorities in pursuing the case”, citinews reports stated.

However, Ken Ofori-Atta is still a subject of multiple criminal charges in Ghana arising from decisions taken during his tenure as Finance Minister.

The immigration ruling relates specifically to U.S. immigration proceedings and does not constitute a determination of guilt or innocence regarding the charges he faces in Ghana.

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Abronye to petition the UN over Ken Agyapong’s threats

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Abronye to petition the UN over Ken Agyapong’s threats

The Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, has revealed plans to petition the UN Security Council against Ken Agyapong and the Ghana Police Service.

According to Abronye, his petition hinges on Ken Agyapong’s threat against his life and the failure of the Ghana Police Service to conclude investigations into the death of Ahmed Suale.

In a social media post, the Bono Regional chairman wrote, “Kwame Baffoe Abronye Writes:

He was invited, interrogated, cautioned, and subsequently granted bail in respect of the death of Ahmed Suale, which was then a key campaign promise of the NDC party. Some months ago, the CID boss stated at a press conference that investigations into Ahmed Suale’s death were still ongoing. A few days later, the police received a pickup vehicle and motorbikes from the same person who had been cautioned and granted bail in the Suale case.

Q: Has the investigation been compromised?

It is public knowledge that Suale’s pictures were displayed on Net2 TV, and he was murdered a few days after that broadcast. Two days ago, this same person on Net2 TV threatened my life and went on to say that I would see what would happen to me in the coming days. Surprisingly, the police have remained silent about it.

Was it a contract killing? Is he planning to contract people to kill me?

I will be filing a petition before the UN Security Council in the coming days against the individual and the Ghana Police”.

His comments come on the back of Ken Agyapong, who threatened to take action against Abronye DC and other members of his own party, the New Patriotic Party (NPP), starting in June or July 2027.

According to Ken Agyapong, the NPP thinks he is stupid to come and follow them again, warning that from July 2027, they will see action from him.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, the former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Ken Agyapong, stated, “It will not be long when you travel the way they respect you, then when you get here. Somebody like KOKA is saying my head has been operated on. He does not know what will happen to him. NPP people, are you ready? I am saying June, July 2027, me and you action in Ghana, you will be surprised, you think I am stupid. 

You think I am stupid to come and follow you guys again. If you were to say ten sins of Ken Agyapong, you wait and see what will happen. I am not afraid of you, you wait and see. I have given you the time, June 2027, you will see action in this country”. 

Also, Ken Agyapong disclosed that he will not be intimidated or silenced by criticism from within the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

He further dismissed suggestions that he was motivated by bitterness, adding that his comments were about national development rather than partisan interests.

He added, “The NPP says I am bitter. I will not say anything to them. They think it is about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If Ghanaians want to know, they should ask them about Agenda 111 if they were able to complete one. They sold the contracts to other people and take 10 per cent”.

“NPP should be careful with me, saying I am bitter. If they provoke me, I will spill the beans all over the place,” he cautioned.

“In the NDC too, I was there when somebody brought a contract to my wife about 55 million dollars. She was asked to pay an advance of 7 per cent before they gave it to her,” he alleged.

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We can’t abandon our 24-hour market to complete Agenda 111 hospitals – NDC MP tells NPP

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We can’t abandon our 24-hour market to complete Agenda 111 hospitals – NDC MP tells NPP

Theophilus Dominic Vondee, a member of Parliament for Twifo-Atti Morkwaa, has told the NPP that the NDC government cannot redirect funds allocated for the 24-hour economy initiative to complete Agenda 111 hospital projects.

The NDC MP highlighted that the NDC was elected based on specific policy commitments and should continue implementing them.

According to the NDC MP, redirecting resources from the 24-hour market programme would amount to setting aside commitments made to Ghanaian voters.

 Speaking on JoyNews, Theophilus Dominic Vondee stated, “We never said we are going to represent only NDC people, but we gave them a programme, the things we want to do for them when we come to power.

The entire Ghanaians bought into it vote for us, and we cannot abandon what we promised the people and use the money to complete somebody’s failure. That is not fair politically.

Stop all the 24hrs market and come and do the Agenda 111 the NPP failed to do. How will you see us”, he added.

His comments follow those of the Minority members on Parliament’s Local Government and Rural Development Committee, who have told John Mahama to use funds earmarked for the 24-Hour Market initiative to complete the abandoned Agenda 111 hospital projects.

The NPP minority argued that communities were 24-Hour Market initiative is not needed; the fund should be directed towards the completion of the Agenda 111 hospital projects in that area.

Francis Asenso-Boakye noted that several districts already have existing markets that are underutilised, adding that investing additional resources into new markets in those areas would not be the best use of public funds.

Speaking at a capacity-building workshop for Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives (MMDCEs) in Accra, Francis Asenso-Boakye stated, “As District Assembly officials and political actors, you are supposed to build 24-Hour Markets, but I have realised that in many districts, they do not really need the 24-Hour Markets because there are existing markets already which are underutilised.

“I was asking the Health Minister whether he would make a case that in situations where you don’t need these 24-Hour Markets, can we invest the money in other areas which will certainly include the provision of healthcare infrastructure like the Agenda 111,” he said.

Meanwhile, Ken Agyapong, a former Assin Central MP and NPP flagbearer aspirant, has accused the former NPP-led government under Akufo-Addo of selling the Agenda 111 project to people and taking a 10% share.

The former MP issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), threatening to expose their actions if they continue to provoke him.

Ken Agyapong, however, in the heat of his submission, disclosed that the NPP failed to complete the Agenda 111 project due to the 10% share they were taking.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, Ken Agyapong alleged, “The NPP says I am bitter. I will not say anything to them. They think it is about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If Ghanaians want to know, they should ask them about Agenda 111 if they were able to complete one. They sold the contracts to other people and take 10 per cent,” he alleged.

“NPP should be careful with me, saying I am bitter. If they provoke me, I will spill the beans all over the place,” he cautioned.

He further alleged that the practice of selling public contracts and demanding.

Ken Agyapong alleged that similar incidents have occurred in dealings linked to the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC).

“In the NDC too, I was there when somebody brought a contract to my wife about 55 million dollars. She was asked to pay an advance of 7 per cent before they give it to her,” he alleged.

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Mahama’s decision to appoint new deputy ambassadors costing taxpayers GH¢25.6m annually

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Mahama’s decision to appoint new deputy ambassadors costing taxpayers GH¢25.6m annually

Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, the Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee and Member of Parliament for Ofoase-Ayirebi, has detailed how the NDC’s Deputy Ambassadors’ role is costing Ghanaian taxpayers millions.

The Ofoase-Ayirebi MP disclosed that the minimum annual cost of the appointments is approximately GH¢9.7 million, representing only the basic salaries and clothing allowances.

He added that when child allowances, education grants and warm clothing allowances are included, the annual bill rises to approximately GH¢12.9 million.

Also, using a conservative estimate for housing, foreign service allowances, vehicles, medical coverage and domestic staff, he disclosed that the annual cost could reach GH¢25.6 million.

The NPP MP disclosed that the NDC bigwigs who were snubbed of ministerial appointments are now being fed through the Deputy Ambassadors’ role.

He challenged the NDC government’s narrative of a leaner administration, arguing that a good number of senior party figures who were taken off the potential ministerial list of 2025 have since been appointed Deputy Ambassadors and Deputy High Commissioners.

According to Oppong Nkrumah, RTI documents from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs detail deputy ambassador costs, including a standardised US$3,639.58 monthly basic salary, US$150 clothing allowance, child and education grants, furnished residence, chauffeured vehicle, medical coverage, and domestic staff.

Oppong Nkrumah highlighted that government expenses were relocated rather than reduced.

In a post on X, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah detailed, “HAS THE NDC REALLY CUT DOWN THE COST OF GOVERNMENT APPOINTEES?

For months, the NDC government has worked hard to convince Ghanaians that it has reduced the cost of running government, pointing mainly to the smaller number of ministers it appointed.

Already, the government is debating why the costs of government machinery have ballooned since January 2025.

But there is another part of this story that has not been told.

A good number of the senior party figures who were taken off the potential ministerial list of 2025 have since been appointed Deputy Ambassadors and Deputy High Commissioners. What this means is that the extra cost (beyond what the government is trying to justify now) did not disappear. It simply moved from one line of the national budget to another.

So what does one of these deputy ambassadorial postings actually cost the taxpayer? To find out, I filed a Right to Information request in January. It was only in June, after I had threatened legal action, that the government finally responded. A delay of that length, on a straightforward question about public spending, tells its own story.

The official figures are now in (Case No. RTIC/AFR/25/2026), and this is what the Ministry of Foreign Affairs itself disclosed. I’ve attached a copy if you doubt.

WHAT ONE DEPUTY COSTS

Every Deputy Ambassador or Deputy High Commissioner is paid, in US dollars:

• Basic salary of US$3,639.58 a month, standardized across all missions

• Clothing allowance of US$150 a month

Those two items alone, which every deputy receives no matter where they are posted, come to about US$45,475 a year. That is roughly GH₵537,000 for one deputy, in one year.

On top of that, the Ministry confirmed further cash allowances:

• Child allowance of up to US$600 a month, for up to three children below 18

• Education grant of about US$583 a month (US$1,750 every quarter)

• Warm clothing allowance of US$83.33 a month for officers posted to temperate countries

Then there are the benefits the Ministry confirmed but would not put a price on:

• A foreign service allowance specific to each country

• An official, fully furnished residence, with no rent paid by the officer because the State carries the cost

• A chauffeured official vehicle, with driver, fuel, and maintenance

• Full medical cover for the officer, the spouse, and up to three children

• A domestic staff member

There are also official travel allowances and the cost of relocating each officer to take up post.

THE BILL FOR 18 NEW DEPUTY ROLES CREATED BY THE NDC

For the latest batch of 18 Deputy Heads of Mission created by the NDC, the new and recurring annual cost to the taxpayer works out as follows.

FLOOR: about GH₵9.7 million a year. This counts only the basic salary and clothing allowance, and nothing el

MIDPOINT: about GH₵12.9 million a year. This adds every other cash allowance the Ministry itself listed, namely the child allowance, the education grant, and the warm clothing allowance.

HIGH ESTIMATE: about GH₵25.6 million a year. This adds a conservative figure for the benefits the Ministry confirmed but would not cost. I have assumed only about US$5,000 a month per posting for the residence, the foreign service allowance, the vehicle, medical cover, and staff combined. In many capital cities, the rent on the residence alone comes close to that figure.

Remember that these are recurring costs. They fall due every year for as long as the postings last, and they do not even include the cost of relocating and setting up each officer. So you can multiply that by four years of a lean government.

THE QUESTION

If the people are largely the same, and the cost is higher than that of a minister, can we honestly say the cost of government has come down? Or has it simply been moved from the Cabinet table to our missions abroad?

These are not my figures. They are the government’s own, released under the Right to Information Act”.

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It is improper for the Chief Justice to be seen in the company of NDC Bigwigs – Kwaku Ansa-Asare

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It is improper for the Chief Justice to be seen in the company of NDC Bigwigs – Kwaku Ansa-Asare

Kwaku Ansa-Asare, former Director of the Ghana School of Law, has said it is improper for the Chief Justice to be seen in the company of National Democratic Congress (NDC) bigwigs.  

Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, June 20, Kwaku Ansa-Asare stated, “One reason why I wouldn’t want to be a judge is that I want to watch football in the company of friends and if the friends happen to be on the opposite divide. So where do we draw the line?”.

When asked whether there was something improper for the Chief Justice to be seen with NDC bigwigs, he said,  “Yes, we need to re-examine some of these cultural restrictions. If the President is accompanied by Alan Kyeremanten, there is nothing wrong with it. But if the Chief Justice accompanies the president…

When Torkornoo danced with Nana Addo, I publicly criticised it, for me, it was unbecoming of a Chief Justice to dance publicly with the president; that is different from going to watch football.

It will be recalled that Ghana’s Chief Justice has come under scrutiny after he was seen in viral videos and photographs alongside Vice President Prof. Jane Opoku-Agyemang and other NDC government officials.

The NPP raised concerns following the viral videos of the Chief Justice’s attendance at public events organised by some NDC members.

They argued that the Chief Justice’s appearances could undermine public confidence in the independence of the judiciary.

Meanwhile, the Judicial Service has broken its silence surrounding the brouhaha stemming from the Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie’s recent visit to the Black Stars camp in Canada.

According to the Judicial Service, the Chief Justice’s visit to the Black Stars camp in Canada was undertaken in his private capacity and entirely at his own expense while he was on official vacation.

They disclosed that the Chief Justice took the opportunity during his stay to visit the national team and offer encouragement as they compete at the global tournament.

They described the gesture as a personal, patriotic act in support of the Black Stars.

The Judicial Service highlighted that photographs taken during the visit had generated commentary and speculation that did not accurately reflect the circumstances under which they were taken.

They further addressed concerns about judicial impartiality, stressing that judicial independence does not require judges to withdraw entirely from society or cease to participate in ordinary aspects of national life.

In a statement issued on Friday, June 19, the Judicial Service stated, “The Judicial Service has taken note of public commentary and media discussions following the circulation of photographs showing His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe Bonnie, Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana, during a visit to the camp of Ghana’s senior national football team, the Black Stars, in Canada.

While public interest in matters concerning holders of high public office is understandable and forms an important aspect of democratic accountability, it is necessary to place the facts surrounding the matter in their proper context.

The Chief Justice is currently on official vacation. His trip to Canada was undertaken in his private capacity and entirely at his own expense.

During his stay, and as a patriotic Ghanaian and keen sports enthusiast, the Chief Justice took the opportunity to visit the camp of the Black Stars to offer words of encouragement and support as they participate in the ongoing FIFA World Cup

The visit was motivated solely by a desire to support the national team and should be viewed in that light.

Photographs taken during the visit ave, however, generated commentary and speculation that do not accurately reflect the circumstances under which they were taken

The Judicial Service wishes to emphasise that judicial independence does not require judges to withdraw entirely from society or cease to participate in ordinary aspects of national life. Judges remain citizens of the Republic and members of the communities they serve. What the Constitution requires of judges is independence of mind, fidelity to the law, and impartiality in the discharge of their judicial functions.

These are the principles that guide the conduct of the Chief Justice and all judicial officers. In every democratic society, persons occupying different constitutional offices will inevitably encounter one another in both official and non-official settings. The mere fact of such encounters cannot, without more, reasonably be construed as evidence of partisanship, bias, or political affiliation.

The Chief Justice remains fully committed to the Constitution of the Republic of Ghana, the independence of the Judiciary, and the fair and impartial administration of justice to all persons, irrespective of political persuasion, social status, or personal background.

The Judicial Service further notes that national institutions and symbols often serve to unite rather than divide us. The Black Stars continue to represent the hopes and aspirations of all Ghanaians. Supporting the national team should not be misconstrued as compromising the impartiality or independence of any constitutional office holder.

The Judicial Service therefore respectfully urges the public to view the matter in its proper context and to disregard unfounded suggestions that seek to attribute meanings and motives to what was, in essence, an ordinary and patriotic gesture of support for Ghana’s national team.

The Judicial Service remains steadfast in its commitment to preserving public confidence in the Judiciary through the continued discharge of its constitutional mandate with independence, integrity, impartiality, and fidelity to the rule of law”.

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“If I were Ken Ofori-Atta, I wouldn’t come to Ghana” – Kofi Bentil

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“If I were Ken Ofori-Atta, I wouldn’t come to Ghana” – Kofi Bentil

Kofi Bentil, a Senior Vice President of IMANI Africa, has said that if he were in the shoes of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, he would not return to Ghana.

According to Kofi Bentil, Ken Ofori-Atta would be in danger of assault if he returned to Ghana.

He argued that Ken Ofori-Atta would be in danger of being assaulted even by ordinary citizens because he has been so demonised.

Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, June 20, Kofi Bentil stated, “If I were Ken, I wouldn’t come to Ghana, not because I’m afraid of the charges. I have said on this table that the charges are not serious. It is being reported that the US court is saying the same thing”.

“I said it about a year ago: 78 charges for whatever. And I said, if I’m Ken, not because I’m afraid. As far as I am concerned, Ken Ofori-Atta, if he were here, would be in danger of being assaulted even by ordinary citizens because he has been so demonised,” he stated.

Kofi Bentil, however, added that he would prefer Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana and respond to the allegations against him.

He added, “I wish he would come and face the charges and face them down,” he said.

“So people should take things in context. My worry is that, because of the emotions surrounding this matter, we are not being methodical about it. And that’s why we are where we are.”

Kofi Bentil also revisited the OSP’s handling of the case, “From the beginning, it was on this table that I revealed he had not even been charged, yet Interpol Red Notices had been issued against him”.

“And I said it would not go anywhere. What have we seen? It did not go anywhere. They were withdrawn, and they apologised to him”.

 “I said it here long before that, when you haven’t charged a person, how do you issue an Interpol Red Notice? People said, ‘You are defending Ken.’ I said, ‘No.’ The point is that it is not a proper procedure”.

He added, “When you have a prosecutorial body, which is a serious institution, issuing an Interpol Red Notice — an international wanted notice — against somebody it has not charged, that’s the point I made a year ago. And I’m saying Interpol itself has come to the conclusion that I was right.”

“There’s a right way to do something and a wrong way to do it. And when we say these things, people think, ‘Oh, you are defending Ken.’ No. I’m saying there’s a right way and there’s a wrong way”.

“Let’s never forget the fact that Ken Ofori-Atta did not run away from the OSP. He went abroad for medical treatment. And when they contacted him, he was communicating with them. His lawyers were communicating with them.”

“It is a decision he made not to return because of the atmosphere that was created. And that also has been reported,” he said.

“When you have all these things going on, it poisons the environment. The law actually says that you have a right not to return to that kind of environment. It is not only the prosecuting and arresting institutions that can create such circumstances.”

His comments follows reports that Ken Ofori-Atta has reportedly secured a legal victory in the United States, with an immigration court approving his application to adjust his immigration status.

According to reports, the US court has paved the way for Ken Ofori-Atta to obtain lawful permanent residency in the United States.

Reports suggest the decision was delivered on Monday when the Immigration court considered Mr Ofori-Atta’s I-485 petition.

A Press Release by lawyers of Ken Ofori-Atta in Ghana revealed that the court examined issues surrounding the criminal investigations and charges currently facing the former minister in Ghana, with the judge reportedly raising concerns about some of the circumstances linked to the actions taken by Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

“During the hearing, attention was drawn to the OSP’s earlier declaration of Mr Ofori-Atta as a fugitive from justice.

The court reportedly heard that the declaration was made while the former minister was receiving medical treatment in the United States and at a time when his legal representatives were still engaging with investigators in Ghana.

Evidence was also presented by a witness familiar with international policing and Interpol procedures, who reportedly questioned aspects of the process adopted by the Ghanaian authorities in pursuing the case”, citinews reports stated.

However, Ken Ofori-Atta is still a subject of multiple criminal charges in Ghana arising from decisions taken during his tenure as Finance Minister.

The immigration ruling relates specifically to U.S. immigration proceedings and does not constitute a determination of guilt or innocence regarding the charges he faces in Ghana.

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Ken Ofori-Atta fled under the guise of being sick, now seeking refuge in the USA – Akwatia MP

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Ken Ofori-Atta fled under the guise of being sick, now seeking refuge in the USA – Akwatia MP

Bernard Bediako, the Member of Parliament for Akwatia, has accused former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta of fleeing the country to avoid justice.

According to the Akwatia MP, Ken Ofori-Atta is the first Ghanaian minister to flee from justice.

He argued that Ken Ofori-Atta ran away under the guise of being sick, adding that his so-called love for Ghana has vanished as he is now seeking refuge in the USA.

Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, June 20, Ken Ofori-Atta stated, “What we are hearing today has never happened before. I don’t recall where a political appointee serves for years and literally runs away from the jurisdiction.

“We were never told that he was going to run to seek asylum in the US, even as far as getting a Green Card. We were told that he was sick, and people even took us on when we wanted to interrogate the issue.

He ran away under the guise of being sick, and his so-called love for Ghana has vanished, and he is now seeking refuge in the USA.”

His comments follows reports that Ken Ofori-Atta has reportedly secured a legal victory in the United States, with an immigration court approving his application to adjust his immigration status.

According to reports, the US court has paved the way for Ken Ofori-Atta to obtain lawful permanent residency in the United States.

Reports suggest the decision was delivered on Monday when the Immigration court considered Mr Ofori-Atta’s I-485 petition.

A Press Release by lawyers of Ken Ofori-Atta in Ghana revealed that the court examined issues surrounding the criminal investigations and charges currently facing the former minister in Ghana, with the judge reportedly raising concerns about some of the circumstances linked to the actions taken by Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

“During the hearing, attention was drawn to the OSP’s earlier declaration of Mr Ofori-Atta as a fugitive from justice.

The court reportedly heard that the declaration was made while the former minister was receiving medical treatment in the United States and at a time when his legal representatives were still engaging with investigators in Ghana.

Evidence was also presented by a witness familiar with international policing and Interpol procedures, who reportedly questioned aspects of the process adopted by the Ghanaian authorities in pursuing the case”, citinews reports stated.

However, Ken Ofori-Atta is still a subject of multiple criminal charges in Ghana arising from decisions taken during his tenure as Finance Minister.

The immigration ruling relates specifically to U.S. immigration proceedings and does not constitute a determination of guilt or innocence regarding the charges he faces in Ghana.

Deputy Education Minister breaks silence on Bole SHS teacher caught on tape ‘chopping’ female student

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Deputy Education Minister breaks silence on Bole SHS teacher caught on tape ‘chopping’ female student

The Deputy Minister for Education, Dr Clement Apaak, has called for sanctions to be imposed on both the teacher and the student in the Bole Senior High School sexual misconduct video.  

Dr Apaak stressed that all parties must be held accountable under the rules governing Ghana’s education system.

He disclosed that the Ghana Education Service (GES) had acted appropriately by condemning the incident and launching investigations into the sexual misconduct case.

The  Deputy Minister for Education noted that the teachers bear a greater professional responsibility because of their position of authority but added that students also have an obligation to avoid situations that make them vulnerable to exploitation and to report inappropriate advances.

Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile programme on Saturday, June 20, Dr Apaak stated, “The Ghana Education Service has condemned it, and investigations are ongoing, and we expect that the sanctions will be applied for both the teacher and student because the student ought not to put herself in that situation to be exploited by the teacher, and the student also has the mandate to report because we have systems as and when teachers make advances”.

He added, “Within the context of our code, they are both culpable. They are culpable in this sense. The teacher has the responsibility to act professionally and, by the code of conduct, is prohibited from having any knowledge or exhibiting conduct that suggests amorous intent, as the role is to teach and to act in a way analogous to a parent.

“So it is assumed to be your responsibility as a parent to treat them as you will treat your kids. You are expected to protect them and to ensure that they are not put in situations that will endanger them physically, emotionally and spiritually,” he added.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted a teacher at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region following the circulation of a viral video allegedly showing sexual misconduct involving the teacher and a student.

According to the GES, management has initiated investigations into the matter pending the outcome of the investigations.

The GES statement signed by Daniel Fenyi, the Head of Public Relations, read, “Management of the Ghana Education Service (GES) has become aware of a disturbing video of an alleged sexual misconduct circulating on social media involving a teacher and a student of Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region.

Management has initiated investigations into the matter. Pending the outcome of the investigations, Management directs that the teacher be interdicted in accordance with GES rules and regulations.

Management strongly condemns all forms of amorous relationships between teachers and students. The Service reiterates its zero-tolerance towards sexual misconduct and cautions all staff to uphold the highest standards of professional ethics and conduct at all times,

Management remains committed to ensuring the safety, protection, and well-being of all students within the educational system. Appropriate disciplinary and legal action will be taker against any individual found culpable

The public is assured that the matter is being treated with the utmost seriousness. Further updates, where necessary, might be provided as investigations progress”.

The statement follows a viral video of a science teacher at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region who was reportedly caught on video engaging in sexual activity with a final-year student in a school.

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‘Ken Agyapong told Bawumia he wants some quiet time’ – Nana Akomea reveals

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‘Ken Agyapong told Bawumia he wants some quiet time’ – Nana Akomea reveals

Nana Akomea, the Chairman of the Communications Committee of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has revealed a conversation between the NPP’s 2028 flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia and Ken Agyapong.

According to Nana Akomea, Ken Agyapong told Dr Bawumia he needed some quiet time when he met all presidential aspirants who contested him in the NPP flagbearership race to reconcile and seek their support.

Speaking in an interview on Asaase Radio, Nana Akomea revealed, “I was in the meeting when Dr Bawumia met Kennedy Agyapong. It was a very cordial meeting. He told Dr Bawumia that he wanted some quiet time and that, at the appropriate time, he would come on board”.

He, however, asserted that Ken Agyapong’s latest outburst was due to anger.

“Many times, some of these things are said as outbursts of anger, but when the anger cools down, people then begin to act in a certain frame of mind,” he stated.

His comments comes on the heels of His comments come on the heels of Ken Agyapong, a former Assin Central MP and NPP flagbearer aspirant, who issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), threatening to expose their actions if they continue to provoke him.

Ken Agyapong, however, in the heat of his submission, disclosed that the former NPP-led government under Akufo-Addo sold the Agenda 111 project to people and took a 10% share.

He disclosed that the NPP failed to complete the Agenda 111 project due to the 10% share the NPP were taking.

It will be recalled that Ken Agyapong received criticism from members of the NPP following his remarks about the party for failing to complete and operationalise the Afari Military Hospital during its eight years in government.

Ken Agyapong dismissed suggestions that he was motivated by bitterness, adding that his comments were about national development rather than partisan interests.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, Ken Agyapong alleged, “The NPP says I am bitter. I will not say anything to them. They think it is about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If Ghanaians want to know, they should ask them about Agenda 111 if they were able to complete one. They sold the contracts to other people and take 10 per cent,” he alleged.

“NPP should be careful with me, saying I am bitter. If they provoke me, I will spill the beans all over the place,” he cautioned.

He further alleged that the practice of selling public contracts and demanding.

Ken Agyapong alleged that similar incidents have occurred in dealings linked to the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC).

“In the NDC too, I was there when somebody brought a contract to my wife about 55 million dollars. She was asked to pay an advance of 7 per cent before they gave it to her,” he alleged.

He stressed that corruption remains deeply entrenched in Ghana’s political system, asserting that politicians are misleading the public.

Also, Ken Agyapong vowed to take action against members of his own party, the NPP, starting in June or July 2027.

According to Ken Agyapong, the NPP thinks he is stupid to come and follow them again, warning that from July 2027, they will see action from him.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, the former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Ken Agyapong, stated, “It will not be long when you travel the way they respect you, then when you get here. Somebody like KOKA is saying my head has been operated on. He does not know what will happen to him. NPP people, are you ready? I am saying June, July 2027, me and you action in Ghana, you will be surprised, you think I am stupid.

You think I am stupid to come and follow you guys again. If you were to say ten sins of Ken Agyapong, you wait and see what will happen. I am not afraid of you, you wait and see. I have given you the time, June 2027, you will see action in this country”.

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Watch SWESCO teacher step out of his car to lash students in public

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Watch SWESCO teacher step out of his car to lash students in public

A teacher from the Swedru Senior High School (SWESCO) has gone viral after he publicly lashed two students on the streets of Agona Swedru.

In the viral video, the SWESCO teacher reportedly stepped out of his vehicle to openly discipline students who were seen walking through the streets dressed inappropriately.

Reports suggest the students’ outfits violated the school’s dress code

The viral video shared by theNewsRoom on X was captioned, “A teacher at SWESCO reportedly stepped out of his vehicle to openly discipline students who were seen walking through the streets of Swedru in what was described as improper attire.

The incident, which drew the attention of bystanders, has sparked conversations on student discipline and the appropriate ways educators should address misconduct outside the school environment”.

In related news, Haruna Iddrisu, the Education Minister, has revealed that Ghana is facing a shortage, with the country requiring between 50,000 and 90,000 additional Teachers.

According to Haruna Iddrisu, Ghana requires between 50,000 and 90,000 additional educators to adequately serve schools across the country.

The Education Minister disclosed that, although the demand for teachers remains high, he is constrained by a limited budgetary allocation.

He disclosed that ongoing reforms within the education sector have increased staffing requirements.

Haruna Iddrisu highlighted that teacher recruitment must now cater for both the Ghana Education Service (GES) and the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (CTVET).

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, June 18, the Minister explained, “The country has evolved, and we have taken reforms that will benefit education in the foreseeable future. We now have the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education and the GES, and so when we are recruiting, we allocate teachers for TVET and GES, but there is a difference between need and what I have budgetary approval for,” the Minister stated.

“My need for teachers is between 50,000 and 90,000, but I had clearance for 7,000, and that is what I am making do with.”

Earlier, Haruna Iddrisu defended the government’s decision to recruit only 7,000 teachers.

Haruna Iddrisu detailed that the 7000 teachers being recruited are due to budget constraints, adding that 50,000 teachers could have been recruited across the country if there were resources.

Speaking during the launch and communications briefing of the 19th edition of the eLearning Africa Conference on Tuesday, April 14, Haruna Iddrisu stated, “If resources were available, we should be employing and recruiting up to 50,000 teachers across the country, but due to budgetary constraints, we are unable to do that.

The Ministry of Education sought clearance from the Ministry of Finance to recruit up to 7,000 teachers with degrees and diplomas. Accordingly, the process has been advertised in an open, transparent manner,” he said.

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‘There is no evidence that Dr Bawumia commissioned the attacks on you’ – Bryan Acheampong to Ken Agyapong

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‘There is no evidence that Dr Bawumia commissioned the attacks on you’ – Bryan Acheampong to Ken Agyapong

Dr Bryan Acheampong, a member of Parliament for Abetifi, has told Ken Agyapong and members of the NPP to set aside their differences and support the party’s efforts to rebuild unity ahead of the 2028 elections.

The Abetifi MP urged the former Assin Central Member of Parliament to cool down by lowering his temperature for the party to rebuild unity ahead of the 2028 general election.

Dr Bryan Acheampong acknowledged the disappointment that follows a failed presidential bid, asserting that he knows Ken Agyapong’s source of pain is real, as some members during the NPP campaign period directed insults at him.

He, however, noted that there is no evidence that Dr Mahamudu Bawumia commissioned, directed or endorsed those attacks.

The Abetifi MP warned against NPP members dismissing or challenging Ken Agyapong’s claims, noting that he could spill more beans as he threatened.

He called on Ken Agyapong to calm down and lend his considerable influence to the work of healing rather than division.

In a statement issued on Friday, June 19, 2026, Dr Bryan Acheampong stated, “Fellow members of the New Patriotic Party,

I speak to you today not as a bystander to our recent contest, but as one who stood in it. Like Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, I offered myself to our delegates in the January primary, and like him, did not emerge the winner. I therefore understand, perhaps better than most, the weight of disappointment that follows a hard-fought campaign and the depth of emotion invested by candidates and supporters alike,

It is precisely from that place of shared experience that I make this appeal.

Our party suffered a painful defeat in 2024. The single most important task before us between now and 2028 is to rebuild, to reunite, and to return to power. Nothing! No grievance, no provocation, no personal quarrel can be allowed to stand above that mission. Every day we spend fighting one another is a day we hand freely to our opponents.

I have followed with concern the recent remarks by Hon. Kennedy Agyapong and his threat of action against the party and against certain individuals. Ken is a son of this party. A man whose energy, resources and loyalty over decades cannot be questioned, and whose voice carries weight across our grassroots. It is for that very reason that I urge him, respectfully but firmly, to lower the temperature and to lend his considerable influence to the work of healing rather than division.

Let me be candid about the source of his hurt, because it is real. During and after the contest, a few voices around the flagbearer and even my own campaign directed disrespect and sometimes insults at Hon. Agyapong that were unworthy of our tradition. Many of us wished those individuals had been restrained and wished our elders had moved more swiftly to call them to order. That wish was legitimate.

But we must also be fair and truthful. There is no evidence that Dr Mahamudu Bawumia commissioned, directed or endorsed those attacks. The individuals responsible carry their owe long-standing grievances with Hon. Agyapong, quarrels that are personal to them and that they have pursued on their own account. It would be a grave error to allow the misconduct of a few to be charged to the account of our flagbearer, or worse, to our entire party,

And let us be honest with ourselves on all sides. In the heat of a contest, none of us speaks with perfect restraint, and harsh words passed in more than one direction – Hon. Agyapong’s own among them. I say this not to apportion blame, for I believe such words were spoken in the passion of the moment rather than from the heart. My hope is simply that all of us, those who wounded Ken, and Ken himself, might find the grace to make peace, without anyone waiting for the other to move first. That is what true reconciliation asks of us.

Because here is the truth that must anchor us: this is about Dr Bawumia and the NPP and not about the handful of individuals with their own scores to settle. Dr Bawumia is now the candidate of all of us. He carries the mandate not only of those who voted for him, but of every member who voted for Ken, for me, and for the others who contested. To rally around him is not to take a side in anyone’s personal feud; it is to defend the party that is bigger than all of us.

So, I appeal to Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, to his supporters, and to mine: let us lay down the weapons of internal warfare. Action the verb UNITY. And let us close ranks behind our flagbearer so that in 2028 we restore the New Patriotic Party to the service of the people of Ghana.

Unity is not weakness. Unity is how we win”.

His statement comes on the heels of Ken Agyapong, who has vowed to take action against members of his own party, the NPP, starting in June or July 2027.

According to Ken Agyapong, the NPP thinks he is stupid to come and follow them again, warning that from July 2027, they will see action from him.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, the former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Ken Agyapong, stated, “It will not be long when you travel the way they respect you, then when you get here. Somebody like KOKA is saying my head has been operated on. He does not know what will happen to him. NPP people, are you ready? I am saying June, July 2027, me and you action in Ghana, you will be surprised, you think I am stupid. 

You think I am stupid to come and follow you guys again. If you were to say ten sins of Ken Agyapong, you wait and see what will happen. I am not afraid of you, you wait and see. I have given you the time, June 2027, you will see action in this country”. 

Also, Ken Agyapong disclosed that he will not be intimidated or silenced by criticism from within the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

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Where is Sedina Tamakloe? – Minority chases Mahama gov’t for full details

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Where is Sedina Tamakloe? – Minority chases Mahama gov’t for full details

The Minority in Parliament is pressing the John Mahama government, demanding the full details of the whereabouts of former MASLCO CEO Sedina Tamakloe–Attionu.

According to the Minority, the Mahama government claims that Sedina Attionu-Tamakloe is in prison custody is insufficient.

The Minority demanded details surrounding her return to Ghana and confirmed whether she is currently serving the 10-year prison sentence.

Speaking to journalists on Friday, June 19, the Member of Parliament for Effia, Isaac Boamah-Nyarko, stated, “Government communication on Sedina is a very terse one. We are having an accountable democracy where you expect government to provide full details in terms of where she was received and where she has been sent to, exactly who received her, and then the details as to whether she’s in there to serve the full sentence as we have her convicted by a court of competent jurisdiction”.

“It is not adequate for a government spokesperson to say that she is in prison custody; you can be under the care of prisons and still be in one home or the other. You can be in the hospital and still be under the care of the prison service”, he stated.

The MP added, “We want definitive information from the Minister for Government Communications. Exactly what is the status of Sedina in terms of her arrival in Ghana in prison custody?

If they provide us with the exact details, then Ghanaians would have the opportunity to understand that she’s in to serve the full term of her conviction. If the government had given us all the information, we wouldn’t be in this state of speculation.

If she has indeed been taken there, why is the information not coming from the government? We expect the government to be candid with its people. They should give us full details of her whereabouts.

We expect that the government will come out clearly. We are dissatisfied with the information that has been put out there, and we expect the government ministry to do the needful with regard to that”, he added.

The minority demands follow comments made by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, who said he does not know which Prison the former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu is being kept in.

According to Felix Ofosu Kwakye, as a government spokesperson, he does not know where every prisoner in Ghana is.

He disclosed that although the Sedina Tamakloe case is a high-profile case, he does not know where she is being kept.

Felix Kwakye Ofosu, however, insisted that the former MASLOC CEO was in the custody of the is in the custody of the lawfully accredited agency.

Speaking on JOY FM Top Story, Felix Ofosu Kwakye stated, “I am a government spokesperson, but I don’t know where every prisoner in Ghana is. Do I? The person who were convicted last week, if you ask me where they are, I don’t know because the Ghana Prison Service make that arrangement.

It is true they are high-profile cases; they are high-profile prisoners. I don’t know where they are. What I am telling you is that she is in the custody of the lawfully accredited agency”.

Also, he dismissed reports suggesting that the former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu is under house arrest.

According to Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu remains in lawful custody under the Ghana Prison Service.

He stated, “She is in the custody of the Ghana Prison Service. They know how to handle people. If somebody needs help there, they know how to take care of her”.

“I can assure you, and let me put it on record, she is not in any house. She is not under any house arrest,” he added.

He further dismissed claims that a government official had told IMANI Africa President Franklin Cudjoe that Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu was under house arrest and challenged him to provide evidence.

“If Franklin Cudjoe tells you that [Sedina is under house arrest], he is not telling you the truth. Let him name the so-called top government official who told him that,” he said.

Felix Kwakye Ofosu further stressed that it is not the government’s responsibility to disclose details of an inmate’s medical condition, adding that such matters fall under the Prison Service.

“I don’t have information on her medical condition. It is not my place to discuss it,” he said.

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‘Ghana’s judiciary acts as the weapon fashioned against the poor’ – Oliver Barker-Vormawor

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‘Ghana’s judiciary acts as the weapon fashioned against the poor’ – Oliver Barker-Vormawor

Oliver Barker-Vormawor, a Private legal practitioner and activist, has once again fumed at Ghana’s judicial system.

The private legal practitioner argued that Ghana’s judiciary acts as a weapon fashioned against the poor.

He cited the continued detention of social media blogger Webkid, who was arrested on May 7, 2026, over allegations of the publication of false news.

According to Oliver Barker-Vormawor, bail in Ghana has become a weapon, noting that a civilised country treats bail as the rule and remand as the exception.

The private legal practitioner also highlighted that not a single politician accused of gargantuan corruption was denied bail.

In a post shared on his X page on June 17, 2026, Barker-Vormawor wrote, “Webkid was arrested on 7th May 2026. On the publication of false news and incidental charges. Over 1 month later, he is still in custody. Publication of false news oo.

You dey cry over Partey. The real problems for this country Dey ground.

I keep asking, why does something so routine like Bail become a weapon in Ghana?  What kind of justice system kraa be this?

Every civilised country treats bail as the rule and remand as the exception. An exception that is exceptionally applied. Nanso….

We talk saaa but still. What personal joy or benefit do you derive as a judge when you deny bail over petty nonsense?

The funny thing is that not a single politician accused of gargantuan corruption was denied bail.

Our judiciary acts sometimes as a weapon fashioned against the poor. To be safe in this country, you have to steal from Ghana”.

Some netizens reacting to his post noted, “Council is yours from the deputy AG

@JusticeSremSai, in the knowledge of this situation? Why deny bail to the ordinary citizen and give bail to those who loot our resources? The judiciary is one of Ghana’s biggest problems. Catch the poor and leave the rich. Hmmm”.

A netizen added, “Growing up in Ghana, I often heard the saying that your treatment depends on who you are, who you know, and how powerful you are. As a child, I thought it was just one of those cynical things adults said. As an adult, it is worrying how many people still believe it reflects reality.

No wonder many ordinary citizens have little confidence in the justice system. The law often appears tough on the ordinary cassava thief but flexible toward politicians who create, loot, and share. Someday, a generation of young people may decide they have had enough of perceived inequality and selective justice. I hope it never gets to that point”.

One X user added, “The comparison isn’t entirely fair. With the corruption cases, the alleged offence itself is disputed. In this case, the publication happened publicly; the legal issue is whether it amounts to the offence charged. Whether he should be granted bail is a separate legal question”.

A netizen added, “Well, I’m surprised that you’re surprised. The political and elite class always do have their way. There’s someone somewhere who’s tryna teach Webkid a lesson. For someone who has not misappropriated funds or committed murder, I shudder at the fact that he’s still in custody!”.

Meanwhile, Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister of Education, has fired shots at the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), the Courts, and the Police over their burdensome bail conditions and denials.

According to Haruna Iddrisu, the highhandedness and excessive practices surrounding bail, its denial, and its conditions must come to an end.

He argued that the right to a fair trial and the presumption of innocence until proven guilty.

Speaking in a video shared on X, Haruna Iddrrisu stated, “In Ghana today, we have seen excesses, excesses from the police, excesses from the courts, and excesses from EOCO, where persons are denied bail and bail is used as punishment for accused persons.

“That is not the law. It is settled knowledge and settled law that you do not deny an accused person bail or impose excessively burdensome bail conditions,” he said.

“If you uphold the right to a fair trial and the presumption of innocence, then every person must be presumed innocent until proven guilty.

“So, I expect that in Ghana today, we must end the high-handedness and excessiveness in matters relating to bail, the denial of bail, and related conditions,” he added.

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More than 24 buildings collapsed in Samreboi-Asankragwa floods – NADMO

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More than 24 buildings collapsed in Samreboi-Asankragwa floods – NADMO

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) in the Wassa Amenfi West Municipality of the Western Region has revealed that the severe flooding in parts of Samreboi and Asankragwa has collapsed more than 24 buildings.

Reports suggest the flooding was triggered by the overflow of the Samre and Tano rivers after heavy rainfall in the area.

Elvis Koffie, the Municipal Director of NADMO, revealed that the flood has caused significant damage to homes, properties, and livelihoods, with no deaths recorded.

He disclosed that affected residents have been moved to safer locations, revealing that the disaster followed heavy rains that swelled both rivers beyond their banks which led to the floodwaters consuming low-lying communities.

Speaking to Citi News, the Municipal Director of NADMO, Elvis Koffie, stated, “We have a safe place for them where they are currently living with their families”.

Earlier, drone footage was shared on social media showing the galamsey-prone town of Samreboi and its surrounding communities submerged in flood waters following a heavy downpour.

The video showed the entire Amenfi West Municipality of the Western Region submerged in muddy floodwaters.

Reports suggest over 180 houses in Aboi, Cocoase and Palazzo have been flooded, with thousands of residents fleeing their homes.

The video shared by EDHUB on X read, “Floodwaters have inundated the galamsey-prone town of Samreboi in the Wassa Amenfi West Municipality following a heavy downpour.

Drone footage shows the extent of the flooding across parts of the community”.

Some netizens on X reacting to the Samreboi flooding stated, “Nobody should save them.

Let them battle with it till they learn hard lessons.

The flood waters can swallow and wipe the entire community out”.

An X user added, “You can’t tell me it’s not galamsey. The last time I was there, I couldn’t recognise the Tano River because it had now turned into muddy water. Right now that the river is full of mud, where do you want the water to flow? It’ll obviously overflow its banks”.

One netizen suggested, “Them for jail everybody in that town; if police and Nadmo had shown up to stop galamsey, they would have been against it and started booing gov officials”.

“When they are told to stop galamsey, they think we’re jealous of the money they’re making.

The traditional rulers, opinion leaders and citizens will rethink their decisions”, a netizen noted.

One last X user added, “Nature doesn’t forgive and will always retaliate. The leaders of the country supervising the destruction of the environment will give words, give a few items, and ignore the basic problem and turn a blind eye to the continued destruction of the environment.  Sick Country”.

Meanwhile, Francis Asenso-Boakye, the former Minister for Works and Housing and Bantama Member of Parliament, has claimed that the former Akufo-Addo administration invested GH₵450m in flood control programmes.

The former Minister for Works and Housing revealed that a significant portion of the GH₵450 million was invested in improving drainage infrastructure and managing flooding across the country.

He further called on the Mahama government to sustain such interventions to reduce the impact of flooding, particularly in the capital.

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Watch touching father-and-daughter moment as Wontumi embraced his daughter during her graduation

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Watch touching father-and-daughter moment as Wontumi embraced his daughter during her graduation

A video has been shared on social media with embattled Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, as he attended his daughter’s graduation from DPS International Ghana.

In the viral video on X, Wontumi was seen dressed in a suit as he attended the ceremony.

Wontumi’s daughter later walked to her father after receiving her graduation plaque and warmly embraced him after successfully completing her A-Levels.

Chairman Wontumi was captured with a big smile as he hugged his daughter.

The video shared by a netizen was captioned, “Embattled Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, shared a heartwarming father-and-daughter moment as he attended his daughter’s graduation from DPS International Ghana (DPSI) after she successfully completed her A-Levels”.

Some netizens reacting to the video stated, “So we dey here n people wish to die for people like this; they don’t take their children to schools which me and you take our children or siblings to buh rather those expensive schools since they have spoiled our schools”.

One X user added, “U people will follow these ppl blindly…u see say he put his kiddie in a good school whiles u sleep in a kiosk or single room to fool/defend dem on social media?”.

“Father steals taxpayers’ money to fund his daughter go expensive school while taxpayer ein child dey go syto. This country”, a netizen alleged.

One X user added, “Their kids will grow and tell the kids of ordinary citizens that their parents didn’t work hard enough to sponsor their them to good schools. For them, their parents were hardworking people”.

One last netizen wrote, “Interesting. Ordinary Ghanaians can’t afford to send their kids to good schools like these, and the AG want to set this guy free after stealing from poor taxpayers”.

In other news, the Accra High Court has granted the Attorney-General’s Office and lawyers for Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, until July 6, 2026, to brief the court on the progress of plea bargain negotiations.

It will be recalled that Deputy Attorney-General Justice Srem-Sai told the court that the prosecution filed a Notice of Commencement of Plea Negotiation on June 11, 2026.

He disclosed that Wontumi has expressed a desire to take advantage of the plea negotiation process provided under the law.

The prosecution disclosed that consultations had already taken place with lawyers for the accused, and both sides agreed to a brief adjournment.

The Accra High Court subsequently granted the request and adjourned proceedings to allow both parties to reach a possible resolution.

Wontumi’s case will return to the Accra High Court on July 6, 2026, with the prosecution and the defence expected to brief the court on whether a plea agreement has been reached or whether trial proceedings will advance.

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Judicial Service breaks silence on CJ’s proximity to NDC bigwigs during Black Stars visit

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Judicial Service breaks silence on CJ’s proximity to NDC bigwigs during Black Stars visit

The Judicial Service has broken its silence surrounding the brouhaha stemming from the Chief Justice, Paul Baffoe-Bonnie’s recent visit to the Black Stars camp in Canada.

According to the Judicial Service, the Chief Justice’s visit to the Black Stars camp in Canada was undertaken in his private capacity and entirely at his own expense while he was on official vacation.

They disclosed that the Chief Justice took the opportunity during his stay to visit the national team and offer encouragement as they compete at the global tournament.

They described the gesture as a personal, patriotic act in support of the Black Stars.

The Judicial Service highlighted that photographs taken during the visit had generated commentary and speculation that did not accurately reflect the circumstances under which they were taken.

They further addressed concerns about judicial impartiality, stressing that judicial independence does not require judges to withdraw entirely from society or cease to participate in ordinary aspects of national life.

In a statement issued on Friday, June 19, the Judicial Service stated, “The Judicial Service has taken note of public commentary and media discussions following the circulation of photographs showing His Lordship Justice Paul Baffoe Bonnie, Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana, during a visit to the camp of Ghana’s senior national football team, the Black Stars, in Canada.

While public interest in matters concerning holders of high public office is understandable and forms an important aspect of democratic accountability, it is necessary to place the facts surrounding the matter in their proper context.

The Chief Justice is currently on official vacation. His trip to Canada was undertaken in his private capacity and entirely at his own expense.

During his stay, and as a patriotic Ghanaian and keen sports enthusiast, the Chief Justice took the opportunity to visit the camp of the Black Stars to offer words of encouragement and support as they participate in the ongoing FIFA World Cup

The visit was motivated solely by a desire to support the national team and should be viewed in that light.

Photographs taken during the visit ave, however, generated commentary and speculation that do not accurately reflect the circumstances under which they were taken

The Judicial Service wishes to emphasise that judicial independence does not require judges to withdraw entirely from society or cease to participate in ordinary aspects of national life. Judges remain citizens of the Republic and members of the communities they serve. What the Constitution requires of judges is independence of mind, fidelity to the law, and impartiality in the discharge of their judicial functions.

These are the principles that guide the conduct of the Chief Justice and all judicial officers. In every democratic society, persons occupying different constitutional offices will inevitably encounter one another in both official and non-official settings. The mere fact of such encounters cannot, without more, reasonably be construed as evidence of partisanship, bias, or political affiliation.

The Chief Justice remains fully committed to the Constitution of the Republic of Ghana, the independence of the Judiciary, and the fair and impartial administration of justice to all persons, irrespective of political persuasion, social status, or personal background.

The Judicial Service further notes that national institutions and symbols often serve to unite rather than divide us. The Black Stars continue to represent the hopes and aspirations of all Ghanaians. Supporting the national team should not be misconstrued as compromising the impartiality or independence of any constitutional office holder.

The Judicial Service therefore respectfully urges the public to view the matter in its proper context and to disregard unfounded suggestions that seek to attribute meanings and motives to what was, in essence, an ordinary and patriotic gesture of support for Ghana’s national team.

The Judicial Service remains steadfast in its commitment to preserving public confidence in the Judiciary through the continued discharge of its constitutional mandate with independence, integrity, impartiality, and fidelity to the rule of law”.

The Statement follows: Ghana’s  Chief Justice who has come under scrutiny after he was seen in viral videos and photographs alongside Vice President Prof. Jane Opoku-Agyemang and other NDC government officials.

The NPP raised concerns following the viral videos of the Chief Justice’s attendance at public events organised by some NDC members.

They argued that the Chief Justice’s appearances could undermine public confidence in the independence of the judiciary.

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@ghnow_ Sports Minister Kofi Adams celebrating with the Black Stars players after Panama win 🇬🇭❤️ #GHNow #fyp ♬ original sound – GHnow

One of my biggest political fears is Ken Agyapong becoming NPP flagbearer – NDC’s Gbande

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One of my biggest political fears is Ken Agyapong becoming NPP flagbearer – NDC’s Gbande

Mustapha Gbande, the deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has disclosed that one of his biggest political fears was Ken Agyapong.

According to Mustapha Gbande, Ken Agyapong’s frankness and commitment to speaking his mind make him a formidable opponent.

He explained that his concerns come from Ken Agyapong’s tendency to make honest remarks, even on issues others may stay away from talking about publicly.

Speaking on Okay FM’s Ade Akye Abia programme, Mustapha Gbande stated, “In fact, my biggest fear was how to deal with Kennedy Agyapong if he had become the flag bearer of the NPP. I was very worried”.

“I was worried because he’s a man who at times can move beyond the bars and speak the truth,” he stated.

Mustapha Gbande disclosed that a person who speaks the truth despite their flaws is one of the most difficult situations to manage in politics.

His comments come on the heels of Ken Agyapong, a former Assin Central MP and NPP flagbearer aspirant, who issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), threatening to expose their actions if they continue to provoke him.

Ken Agyapong, however, in the heat of his submission, disclosed that the former NPP-led government under Akufo-Addo sold the Agenda 111 project to people and took a 10% share.

He disclosed that the NPP failed to complete the Agenda 111 project due to the 10% share the NPP were taking.

His comments follow the criticism he received following his remarks about the party for failing to complete and operationalise the Afari Military Hospital during its eight years in government.

Ken Agyapong dismissed suggestions that he was motivated by bitterness, adding that his comments were about national development rather than partisan interests.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, Ken Agyapong alleged, “The NPP says I am bitter. I will not say anything to them. They think it is about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If Ghanaians want to know, they should ask them about Agenda 111 if they were able to complete one. They sold the contracts to other people and take 10 per cent,” he alleged.

“NPP should be careful with me, saying I am bitter. If they provoke me, I will spill the beans all over the place,” he cautioned.

He further alleged that the practice of selling public contracts and demanding.

Ken Agyapong alleged that similar incidents have occurred in dealings linked to the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC).

“In the NDC too, I was there when somebody brought a contract to my wife about 55 million dollars. She was asked to pay an advance of 7 per cent before they gave it to her,” he alleged.

He stressed that corruption remains deeply entrenched in Ghana’s political system, asserting that politicians are misleading the public.

Also, Ken Agyapong vowed to take action against members of his own party, the NPP, starting in June or July 2027.

According to Ken Agyapong, the NPP thinks he is stupid to come and follow them again, warning that from July 2027, they will see action from him.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, the former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Ken Agyapong, stated, “It will not be long when you travel the way they respect you, then when you get here. Somebody like KOKA is saying my head has been operated on. He does not know what will happen to him. NPP people, are you ready? I am saying June, July 2027, me and you action in Ghana, you will be surprised, you think I am stupid. 

You think I am stupid to come and follow you guys again. If you were to say ten sins of Ken Agyapong, you wait and see what will happen. I am not afraid of you, you wait and see. I have given you the time, June 2027, you will see action in this country”. 

@ghnow_ “The NPP was selling the Agenda 111 project to people and taking a 10% share; that is why they were unable to complete any of the projects. They think I will keep mute about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If they joke with me, I will spill everything.” — Kennedy Agyapong, former Assin Central MP and NPP flagbearer aspirant, has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), threatening to expose their actions if they continue to provoke him. #GHNow #fyp ♬ Pintscher: Study I for Treatise on the Veil – Frank Peter Zimmermann & Heinrich Schiff

There is no turf war with the Finance Ministry – Agric Minister on GH¢1.6 billion funding brouhaha

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There is no turf war with the Finance Ministry – Agric Minister on GH¢1.6 billion funding brouhaha

Eric Opoku, the Agric Minister, has dismissed claims of a disagreement between the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA).

According to the Agric Minister, there is no disagreement between the Agric Ministry and the Finance Ministry over the release of funds for agricultural programmes in 2026.

Eric Opoku stated that both ministries remain aligned and focused on government priorities.

Speaking to the media on Friday, June 19, Eric Opoku stated, “We don’t have any disagreements with the Ministry of Finance. Let me state this clearly. There is no disagreement”.

According to Eric Opoku, the situation arose from communication gaps rather than any substantive policy differences,

He disclosed that the issues have already been resolved internally.

“There was miscommunication, and there was a need for us to clarify the issues. We clarified them, and we are working together,” he stated.

Mr Opoku emphasised, “There is no way we can disagree to hinder the development of our nation. Our major preoccupation in government is to deliver to the admiration of the good people of our country”.

The Agric Minister’s clarification comes after contrasting accounts emerged regarding the extent and timing of budget disbursements to the agriculture sector.

His comments follow the Ministry of Finance has firmly reiterated that it has released more than GH¢1.6 billion to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA).

According to the Finance Ministry, the allocation to the Agric Ministry represents 85% of its 2026 budget allocation for Goods and Services and Capital Expenditure.

The Finance Ministry has since published official documents confirming over GH¢1.6 billion released to the Food and Agriculture Ministry.

“It further explained that all releases except funding to the National Food Buffer Stock Company were initiated by MoFA through standard procedures on the Ghana Integrated Financial Management Information System (GIFMIS), with each transaction supported by requisition dates, journal numbers, approval dates, and warrant numbers” reports stated.

“This is clear proof that the Ministry of Finance has released over GH¢1.6 billion to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, representing 85% of MOFA’s 2026 budget allocation for Goods and Services and Capital Expenditure (CAPEX),” the ministry said.

“For Goods and Services, all the requests were initiated by MOFA itself, with the exception of the release made to the National Food Buffer Stock Company,” the statement said.

“As shown in the spreadsheet, every transaction is backed by a requisition date, journal number, approval date, and warrant number,” the ministry stated.

“The journal and warrant numbers are system-generated (GIFMIS). This is the standard process through which all ministries, departments, and agencies generate and process requests on GIFMIS.”

However, the Ministry of Agriculture quickly countered and disputed the claim, citing February letters capping early spending at GH¢453 million for goods and services, with no new authorisations since.

In a press release by Samuel Hunter, the Media Liaison Officer of the Minister for Food and Agriculture, called for a stop to the infantile propaganda before it explodes.

Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA) in its release stated, “The attention of the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MOFA) has been drawn to claims by the Ministry of Finance that it has released GH¢1.6 billion, representing 85% of MOFA’s 2026 budget allocation. These claims do not align with the official budget execution documents issued by the Ministry of Finance itself.

On 15th February 2026, the Ministry of Finance issued a Commitment Authorization to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture. However, just four days later, on 19th February 2026, the Ministry of Finance issued the 2026 First and Second Quarter Budget Allotment Letter, which explicitly stated that, notwithstanding the contents of the Commitment Authorization, MOFA’s total expenditure for the first half of the year should not exceed GH¢910 million.

More significantly, the accompanying allotment schedule further restricted actual spending between January and June 2026 to approximately GH¢453 million, covering all expenditures, including staff compensation, contract commitments, and operational activities’.

@ghnow_ “The NPP was selling the Agenda 111 project to people and taking a 10% share; that is why they were unable to complete any of the projects. They think I will keep mute about what they did during the campaign. They can’t shut me down. If they joke with me, I will spill everything.” — Kennedy Agyapong, former Assin Central MP and NPP flagbearer aspirant, has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), threatening to expose their actions if they continue to provoke him. #GHNow #fyp ♬ Pintscher: Study I for Treatise on the Veil – Frank Peter Zimmermann & Heinrich Schiff

5 Central University students busted for allegedly operating a cannabis distribution network on campus

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5 Central University students busted for allegedly operating a cannabis distribution network on campus

Five Central University students have been arrested by the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) for allegedly operating a cannabis distribution network on campus.

Reports suggest the suspects include Level 100, Level 300, and Level 400 students.

According to reports, the five were picked up after an intelligence gathered on illicit drug activities within the university community.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the students were allegedly engaged in the production and sale of cannabis-infused ice cream, sobolo, toffees, pepper, and eggs, while also dealing in raw cannabis

NACOC officials seized suspected narcotic substances during the operation, which have since been forwarded for forensic examination. Investigations are ongoing.

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CENTRAL UNIVERSITY MANAGEMENT RESPONDS TO REPORTS OF INDIVIDUALS IN NACOC CUSTODY

The Management of Central University has become aware of media reports concerning five individuals currently in the custody of the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) following an incident that reportedly occurred during a programme associated with the Students’ Representative Council (SRC) Week celebrations.

At this stage, the University is engaging with NACOC and other relevant authorities to establish the facts and obtain verified information regarding the circumstances surrounding the matter. As investigations are ongoing, Management considers it important to avoid speculation and allow the due process of the law to take its course.

Central University remains firmly committed to maintaining a safe, secure, and conducive environment for learning, while upholding the highest standards of discipline, responsibility, and integrity expected of all members of its community.

As a precautionary measure and in the interest of ensuring order and safety on campus, all remaining SRC Week activities have been suspended pending a review of the circumstances surrounding the incident and existing event management protocols.

Management wishes to assure students, staff, parents, alumni, and the general public that the University is cooperating fully with the relevant authorities as efforts continue to establish and verify the facts surrounding the matter and remains committed to upholding the highest standards of discipline, safety, and institutional integrity.

Central University remains focused on its core mission of academic excellence, character development, and the holistic growth of its students.

Signed.

Registrar

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‘Lower the temperature, although your hurt is real’ – Bryan Acheampong to Ken Agyapong

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‘Lower the temperature, although your hurt is real’ – Bryan Acheampong to Ken Agyapong

Dr Bryan Acheampong, a member of Parliament for Abetifi, has urged the former Assin Central member of Parliament to cool down by lowering his temperature for the party to rebuild unity ahead of the 2028 general election.

His statement comes on the heels of Ken Agyapong, who has vowed to take action against members of his own party, the NPP, starting in June or July 2027.

According to Ken Agyapong, the NPP thinks he is stupid to come and follow them again, warning that from July 2027, they will see action from him.

Speaking on Net 2 TV, the former NPP flagbearer aspirant, Ken Agyapong, stated, “It will not be long when you travel the way they respect you, then when you get here. Somebody like KOKA is saying my head has been operated on. He does not know what will happen to him. NPP people, are you ready? I am saying June, July 2027, me and you action in Ghana, you will be surprised, you think I am stupid.  

You think I am stupid to come and follow you guys again. If you were to say ten sins of Ken Agyapong, you wait and see what will happen. I am not afraid of you, you wait and see. I have given you the time, June 2027, you will see action in this country”.  

Also, Ken Agyapong disclosed that he will not be intimidated or silenced by criticism from within the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

The Abetifi MP warned against NPP members dismissing or challenging Ken Agyapong’s claims, noting that he could spill more beans as he threatened.

He called on Ken Agyapong to calm down and lend his considerable influence to the work of healing rather than division.

Dr Bryan Acheampong acknowledged the disappointment that follows a failed presidential bid, asserting that he knows Ken Agyapong’s source of pain is real, as some members during the NPP campaign period directed insults at him.

He, however, noted that there is no evidence that Dr Mahamudu Bawumia commissioned, directed or endorsed those attacks.

In a statement issued on Friday, June 19, 2026, Dr Bryan Acheampong stated, “Fellow members of the New Patriotic Party,

I speak to you today not as a bystander to our recent contest, but as one who stood in it. Like Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, I offered myself to our delegates in the January primary, and like him, did not emerge the winner. I therefore understand, perhaps better than most, the weight of disappointment that follows a hard-fought campaign and the depth of emotion invested by candidates and supporters alike,

It is precisely from that place of shared experience that I make this appeal.

Our party suffered a painful defeat in 2024. The single most important task before us between now and 2028 is to rebuild, to reunite, and to return to power. Nothing! No grievance, no provocation, no personal quarrel can be allowed to stand above that mission. Every day we spend fighting one another is a day we hand freely to our opponents.

I have followed with concern the recent remarks by Hon. Kennedy Agyapong and his threat of action against the party and against certain individuals. Ken is a son of this party. A man whose energy, resources and loyalty over decades cannot be questioned, and whose voice carries weight across our grassroots. It is for that very reason that I urge him, respectfully but firmly, to lower the temperature and to lend his considerable influence to the work of healing rather than division.

Let me be candid about the source of his hurt, because it is real. During and after the contest, a few voices around the flagbearer and even my own campaign directed disrespect and sometimes insults at Hon. Agyapong that were unworthy of our tradition. Many of us wished those individuals had been restrained and wished our elders had moved more swiftly to call them to order. That wish was legitimate.

But we must also be fair and truthful. There is no evidence that Dr Mahamudu Bawumia commissioned, directed or endorsed those attacks. The individuals responsible carry their owe long-standing grievances with Hon. Agyapong, quarrels that are personal to them and that they have pursued on their own account. It would be a grave error to allow the misconduct of a few to be charged to the account of our flagbearer, or worse, to our entire party,

And let us be honest with ourselves on all sides. In the heat of a contest, none of us speaks with perfect restraint, and harsh words passed in more than one direction – Hon. Agyapong’s own among them. I say this not to apportion blame, for I believe such words were spoken in the passion of the moment rather than from the heart. My hope is simply that all of us, those who wounded Ken, and Ken himself, might find the grace to make peace, without anyone waiting for the other to move first. That is what true reconciliation asks of us.

Because here is the truth that must anchor us: this is about Dr Bawumia and the NPP and not about the handful of individuals with their own scores to settle. Dr Bawumia is now the candidate of all of us. He carries the mandate not only of those who voted for him, but of every member who voted for Ken, for me, and for the others who contested. To rally around him is not to take a side in anyone’s personal feud; it is to defend the party that is bigger than all of us.

So, I appeal to Hon. Kennedy Agyapong, to his supporters, and to mine: let us lay down the weapons of internal warfare. Action the verb UNITY. And let us close ranks behind our flagbearer so that in 2028 we restore the New Patriotic Party to the service of the people of Ghana.

Unity is not weakness. Unity is how we win”.

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“Sophia Akuffo couldn’t have resigned without a reason” – Kwesi Pratt jnr

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“Sophia Akuffo couldn’t have resigned without a reason” – Kwesi Pratt jnr

Kwesi Pratt Jnr, the Managing Editor of The Insight Newspaper, has weighed in on the circumstances surrounding the resignation of former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo from the Council of State.

According to Kwesi Pratt, it is strange for someone of Sophia Akuffo’s stature to step down from her role without clear reasons.

Kwesi Pratt argued that her resignation was linked to her commentary surrounding the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.

The veteran journalist highlighted that her public comments on the matter triggered backlash and criticism, which may have influenced her decision to resign.

Speaking during a panel discussion on UTV’s Kokrokoo on June 19, 2026, Kwesi Pratt stated, “She made a comment about the removal of the former Chief Justice and received backlash from the public, with some calling for her resignation. Critics argued that decisions of the Council of State are confidential, so she should not have spoken publicly on the matter. As a result, there were calls for her to step down.

” We know she didn’t give a reason for her resignation and she couldnt have resigned without a reason too”, he noted.

Also, Bernard Kwame Owiredu Esq, a member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) legal team member has said Sophia Akuffo must tell Ghanaians why she resigned from the Council of State.

According to the NPP Legal Team Member, Sophia Akuffo must tell Ghanaians her reason, although he believes she resigned because of the former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s removal.

In a GHOne news card, Bernard Kwame Owiredu Esq stated, “Sophia Akuffo must tell us why she resigned from the Council of State, even though I believe it has to do with Torkornoo’s removal”.

However, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the Minister of Government Communications, has refuted claims that the former Chief Justice, Sophia Akuffo, resigned from the Council of State in protest over the removal of former Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo.

According to Kwakye Ofosu, such allegations are speculative and not supported by any official communication from Sophia Akuffo.

He highlighted that the former Chief Justice, who is well noted for being outspoken and highly principled, would have boldly stated if the removal of Gertrude Torkornoo was the reason for her resignation.

Addressing the media during a Government Accountability Series held in Accra on Monday, June 15, Kwakye Ofosu stated, “The former Chief Justice is known for being outspoken and highly principled. When she disagreed with the DDEP, she went on a public manifestation and demonstrated. If she had resigned as a result of Torkornoo’s removal, she would have stated, or she would have found some means to let you know.

“And so it is most unfair to ascribe motives to her when she has not communicated same. Government, as a matter of record, has not received any communication from her in respect of that. She didn’t say that in her letter of resignation.”

Also, Felix Kwakye Ofosu has announced that President John Mahama has accepted Former Chief Justice Sophia Akuffo’s resignation from the Council of State.

According to Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Sophia Akuffo has officially ceased to be a member of the Council of State.

Addressing journalists on Monday, June 15, Felix Kwakye Ofosu confirmed that the resignation process had been concluded and that steps were underway to appoint a replacement.

He revealed that Sophia Akuffo did not provide reasons for her decision to resign.

Felix Kwakye Ofosu, addressing the media, stated, “I can confirm that indeed, Justice Sophia A.B. Akuffo has resigned from her position as a member of the Council of State. She submitted a letter in September 2025 to the President indicating her desire to resign. She did not disclose the reason for wanting to resign”.

“When the President received the letter, he was required then to indicate his acceptance of her resignation. But at the behest of the Council of State, he had to hold on because they said they wanted to engage Justice Sophia Akuffo to see if there was some grievance that she had that was informing the resignation and whether or not there was a way that it could be addressed,” he explained.

“But they went back and said that they had engaged and, as far as they were concerned, the resignation could be accepted. So, the President has formally accepted her resignation, and she is no longer a member of the Council of State,” he added.

He further disclosed, “The law is clear on what processes to undertake to replace her, and that is going on as we speak. So, in due course, a replacement will be announced for Justice Sophia Akuffo,” he said.

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