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Agyeman-Manu and Okoe-Boye fingered in US$100m LHIMS contract fiasco

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Agyeman-Manu and Okoe-Boye fingered in US$100m LHIMS contract fiasco

More information has emerged concerning the controversial award and execution of the Lightwave Health Information Management System (LHIMS) contract.

The fresh information raises serious questions about procurement processes, value for money, and the handling of sensitive patient data under the former Akufo-Addo government.

According to reports from Lightwave Technologies Ghana Limited, the contractor behind LHIMS entered Ghana’s health system through a pilot phase in 2016 during President  John Mahama’s first administration.

After the change of government in 2017, the incoming Health Minister, Kweku Agyeman-Manu, swiftly signed a full-scale contract worth US$100 million, bypassing competitive tendering procedures.

Sampson Djaba, a brother of former Gender Minister Otiko Afisa Djaba and a cousin of President Mahama, was the contractor behind Lightwave.  

It has also been revealed that Agyeman-Manu, during his time as the chaired of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee used administrative authority to fast-track the deal, ignoring procurement rules that would have ensured competition and value for money.

The arrangement, which was touted as a national health digitalisation milestone that sought to link all public health facilities’ to a digital network and enable perfect retrieval of patient records, has been underwhelming.

US$77 million out of the agreed US$100 million contract sum has been paid to Lightwave, yet a substantial number of public health institutions remain unconnected to the system.

Also, many Public hospitals continued to operate on separate networks; additionally, private healthcare facilities, which were also supposed to be included, were basically left out.

However, former Health Minister Dr Bernard Okoe-Boye approved a final payment of US$10 million to the contractor at the tail end of the Akufo-Addo administration.

Okoe-Boye has since been pushing the Mahama government to pay the remaining amount to Lightwave.

A post by Ghana Chronicles stated, “Industry observers say the failure to implement the digital health infrastructure, despite heavy expenditure, underscores governance lapses at the Ministry of Health and raises suspicions about political patronage.

Sources within the health sector also recount a curious episode involving a former head of a major government hospital in Cape Coast, Asare, who initially criticised the Lightwave system but allegedly reversed his stance after being summoned to Accra by senior officials”.

Following the return of President John Mahama, the project’s future remains uncertain, as the system remains incomplete despite significant public investment.

However, Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has fired back at allegations that he demanded a 23 per cent commission from the contractor of the LHIMS.

According to the Health Minister, the claims as baseless and absurd.

Speaking on Adom TV’s Badwam morning show, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh stated, “He can go to hell and say what he wants. What’s important is that I do the job I was given”.

“Why would I offer to sign a service maintenance agreement if I was going to ask for a commission? It doesn’t even make sense,” he added.

Mr Akandoh explained, “The service maintenance agreement is completely different from an extension. I never demanded a commission. If someone is determined to destroy me, they will lie, but it won’t work”.

“This guy insulted me on the streets of New York, head-on. Not everything we hear or see should be believed”, the Health minister recounted a tense confrontation with the vendor at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.

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Ghanaians demand Justice for 16-year-old boy who died after being sodomized by his Academy Coach

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Ghanaians demand Justice for 16-year-old boy who died after being sodomized by his Academy Coach

Ghanaians on social media are demanding Justice for a Sixteen-year-old identified as Ransford Owusu Ansah.

According to reports, the promising footballer at Siano Soccer Academy in Amasaman near Accra died on March 10, 2025.

His death has been linked to severe injuries alleged to be sexual abuse by coach Ibrahim Anyass.

Reports suggest the coach, Anyass, fled after the abuse was revealed and continues coaching children despite public demands for his arrest.

On November 5, 2025, actress Lydia Forson’s X post reignited outrage, leading to calls for systemic reforms in Ghana’s youth sports protection.

Lydia Forson, in her post, read, “I just learned about 16-year-old Ransford Owusu Ansah, a young Ghanaian footballer who, according to multiple reports, was sexually abused by his coach for years and later died after months in hospital from complications allegedly linked to that abuse.

When women speak about sexual violence, especially in schools, people often assume it only happens to girls.

But the truth is, it happens to boys too, and far more often than we want to admit”.

Also, other Ghanaians on X have joined in to demand justice for the 16-year-old Ransford Owusu Ansah with the hashtag #JusticeForRansford.

“Ransford Owusu Ansah’s dream of becoming a footballer ended when his coach, the person meant to guide him, sexually abused him. Ransford has died from the SA, yet his abuser remains free. This cannot be okay.#JusticeForRansford”, another netizen wrote.

One x user added, “Do you know how prolonged and violent the abuse must have been for it to lead to complications and death????? All that pain and suffering and NO ONE has been held accountable?  Such a shame on us as a society because his abuser is still walking free #JusticeforRansford”

A netizen added, “Coach Ibrahim is at the Abease Park still coaching other kids. He raped Ransford to the point that he couldn’t walk and two men and to carry him to Aunty Naa’s place, and even sitting was hard for him”.

“Heard this 16-year-old boy was sodomized by his Academy Coach in March and died because of it. But up until now, nothing has been done about the case, and the Coach is back coaching like nothing happened”, one more Ghanaian wrote.

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Akufo-Addo is the most impactful politician of the Fourth Republic – Adom-Otchere

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Akufo-Addo is the most impactful politician of the Fourth Republic – Adom-Otchere

Paul Adom-Otchere, a Broadcast Journalist and political commentator, has labelled former President Akufo-Addo as the most impactful politician of Ghana’s Fourth Republic.

The veteran broadcaster cited Akufo-Addo’s early political career and advocacy for constitutionalism,

He recounted Akufo-Addo’s opposition to attempts to alter the 1992 Constitution during his time as Chair of Parliament’s Subsidiary Legislation Committee.

Paul Adom-Otchere also praised the former president for playing a major role in shaping Ghana’s multiparty democracy and media landscape.

According to him, Akufo-Addo, during his tenure as president, may have made mistakes, but claims his impact on Ghana’s political evolution remains unmatched.

The veteran broadcaster also added that Akufo-Addo cemented his place in political history by defeating then-President John Mahama in the 2016 elections with the largest margin in Ghana’s Fourth Republic.  

Speaking in a one-on-one interview on the AM Show, Paul Adom-Otchere stated, “He may have made some mistakes, but after you look at it, I call him the most impactful politician of the Fourth Republic,” he said.

“He was the politician who gave the biggest mobilisation, fought the most for press freedom, and defended parliamentary processes at critical moments in our democratic history.”

“He still holds the record of having won the largest margin as an opposition candidate coming into the ballot,” Mr. Adom-Otchere noted, adding that the former President’s legacy will be remembered for both his political resilience and his contribution to democratic freedoms.

Also, Paul Adom-Otchere, who served as the former Board Chair of the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL), also touched on the Christmas tree controversy.

According to him, the Christmas tree controversy was overblown and political.

He stated, “Yeah, that Christmas tree—that was quite a much ado about nothing. It was really political”.

“Eventually, the matter went to CHRAJ, and I appeared before them. CHRAJ gave a ruling that, we believe, completely exonerated us.”

“The only disappointment I had with CHRAJ was that when I went in, I told them I wanted this filmed. It was a public hearing, and I didn’t want anyone misrepresenting the ruling. They declined, and so when the ruling came and people were picking parts of it, I told them this was exactly why I wanted it filmed,” he explained.

In late 2022, the Christmas tree saga sparked public criticism over claims of financial impropriety over GACL’s purchase and installation of Christmas decorations at KIA.

Sacut Amenga-Etego, a journalist, petitioned the Commission on what he claimed was a misuse of public funds in the procurement of Christmas trees by Paul Adom-Otchere.

CHRAJ ruling later cleared the GACL of any wrongdoing, indicating they found no evidence of procurement breach.

However added that it was wrong for him to be “requesting for invoices and his appearances in the media in respect of matters involving the GACL of which he is the Board Chairman.”

“I support Mahama with 100 bags of cement” – Dan Kwaku Yeboah on forensic audit into All-Africa Games

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“I support Mahama with 100 bags of cement” – Dan Kwaku Yeboah on forensic audit into All-Africa Games

Dan Kwaku Yeboah, the Communications Director of the Local Organising Committee for the 13th Africa Games, has said he is backing President John Dramani Mahama’s order for a forensic audit into the All-Africa Games.

According to Dan Kwaku Yeboah, he is backing President Mahama’s directives with 100 bags of cement.

The veteran sports journalist noted that, despite serving as the Communications Director of the Local Organising Committee, he did not sign any financial contract during the games.

He also added that anyone who hates accountability is a thief.

Speaking in an interview shared on social media, Dan Kwaku Yeboah stated, “I would like to thank President Mahama. Anyone who hates accountability is a thief. So if President Maham wants a forensic audit, I support him with 100 bags of cement… I believe we worked as a group, but everyone had a different role”.

“I am particularly happy because even though I was Director of Communications, I never signed any contract. But when the issue came up about media accreditation costing around $4 million, people accused me of looting funds.

“I would like to plead with Ghanaians, every contract related to media was handled by the ministry. They only discussed the details with us. But if I claim I saw the financial documents and knew whether they were blue or black, I would be telling big lies before God,” he added.

His remarks follow, President John Mahama ordering the Auditor-General to conduct a forensic audit into the finances of the 13th African Games held in Accra in 2023.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Specifically, the review will focus on:

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

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

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

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

The African Games, held from March 8 to 23, 2024, drew public criticism over its expenditure of more than $195 million on infrastructure and an additional $46 million reportedly needed for operational costs.

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Watch NDC and NPP MPs trade jabs and accusations at each other over galamsey fight

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Watch NDC and NPP MPs trade jabs and accusations at each other over galamsey fight

The Members of Parliament from both the Majority and Minority sides have traded jabs and accusations at each other over successive government failures to fight galamsey.

The minority equated the arrest of an NDC MP to the struggles of the current government to deal with the menace.

Speaking during proceedings on November 5, 2025, the MP for Madina Constituency, Francis-Xavier Sosu, recommended the government for the steps taken so far to combat illegal mining, although he believes more can be done.

Francis-Xavier Sosu stated, “I want to commend the government for the effort made so far, even though I believe more must be done to bring this under control. For instance, the introduction of the Blue Water Guard is a critical intervention. Recently, the LI, which allows mining in forest reserves, has also been revoked.

These are very decisive steps that are being taken to deal with this menace”, he added.

Stephen Amoah was next to join the debate, the MP for Nhyiaeso, accused the ruling  NDC of hypocrisy and propaganda in the fight against illegal mining.

He stated, “We had hope, Ghanaians had faith, and they believed in our brothers in opposition, thinking that within the shortest possible time, galamsey would be a thing of the past. But what do we see today? It is even aggravating”.

I will never blame the NDC government. I want to be a good citizen. I’m asking them first to apologise to us and to Ghanaians for lying to us, for the deception, the propaganda, and the lies they told Ghanaians.”

Also, Isaac Adongo, an NDC MP, later blamed the Akufo-Addo administration for fueling illegal mining.

He noted that the former President promised to put his presidency on the line to fight galamsey.

“Mr Speaker, we are in this country where people told us that they had put their presidency on the line and ended up with the presidency at home, leaving us with galamsey.

Mr Speaker, we are making sure that the environments you destroyed will be reclaimed, and you should be clapping for John Mahama for wanting to save your environment,” he said.

Former Defence leader Dominic Nitiwul later joined in the debate, he stated, “ Your own member of parliament, no NPP MP has been accused or arrested because of galamsey, but an NDC MP led thugs, to go and attack security forces because of galamsey, and you have the nerve to accuse us”.

“5000 excavators were being moved at night, why are you not arresting the supposed big people, why are you shielding them? It is because you are complicit”.

Meanwhile, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, has strongly urged both parliamentary caucuses to unite and take decisive action to eradicate galamsey.

According to Afenyo-Markin, the fight against illegal mining (galamsey) is not an NDC and NPP affair but a Ghana affair.

He emphasised the importance of sending a clear and unified message to the Ghanaian people about the urgent need to end illegal mining.

Speaking on the floor of parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin stated, “The issue of galamsey calls for action, collective, not an NDC-NPP affair, but a Ghana affair.

It shouldn’t become like you go to the area that people are mining, and then you say, because you may lose the election, you don’t want to talk about it, or they will even push you to be lawless, all in the interest of votes that would end up in a coffin.”

He added, “Mr Speaker, can we, as political leaders, for once agree to stay the partisan approach on this matter, and deal with it and let our citizens know that this is a matter that affects the country and our own livelihoods”.

Also, Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has condemned the attack on officials of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS).

According to Alban Bagbin, Parliament will not protect any MP found guilty of misconduct.

Speaker Bagbin described the two Members of Parliament’s alleged involvement in the attack on NAIMOS as most worrying.

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“Wontumi promised me GH¢20,000 and a Land Cruiser V8” – Ex-Akonta Mining Manager reveals unmet promises

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“Wontumi promised me GH¢20,000 and a Land Cruiser V8” – Ex-Akonta Mining Manager reveals unmet promises

Edward Akuoko, the Managing Director of Akonta Mining, has revealed, Chairman Wontumi promised him GH¢20,000 as a monthly salary and a Land Cruiser V8, but failed to deliver on his promise.

The former Akonta Mining General Manager has been speaking on his decision to be a prosecution witness in the state case against Chairman Wontumi.

In a post by TV3, Edward Akuoko is quoted to have said, “ Chairman Wontumi promised me GH¢20,000 as a monthly salary and a Toyota Land Cruiser V8 as Akonta Mining’s General Manager, but I only received GH¢4,000 monthly for fuel”.

The former General Manager of Akonta Mining also testified that Wontumi explicitly told him that he had Chinese partners who were responsible for all mining activities and logistics.

Edward Akuoko has revealed, he will never lie about Chairman Wontumi but will tell the truth to gain his freedom.

Mr Akuoko emphasised that none of the NPP bigwigs reached out to him when he was arrested along with Wontumi.

He noted that all the solidarity messages were aimed towards Chairman Wontumi and not him, which made him worried about the possibility of being jailed.

Edward Akuoko asserted that Wontumi, even if he is jailed, could be granted a presidential pardon when the NPP comes to power, while he would be left to rot in jail.

Speaking on Okay FM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Edward Akuoko explained his decision, “The day we went to court and we [Wontumi and I] were rearrested and placed in handcuffs, none of the big leaders in the party reached out to me or asked about me. Even attempts by people to show solidarity with Wontumi to secure his release, no one did the same for me. Did you ever hear of free Akuoko?”

“After securing bail, I was advised to agree to become a prosecution witness because I could otherwise be jailed. With Wontumi, even if he were jailed, he could be granted a presidential pardon when his party comes to power, while I would be left to my sad fate. I joined the prosecution witness out of personal interest. I will not lie against Wontumi, but I will speak my truth about the whole case,” he added.

Recall that the Office of the Attorney-General (AG) earlier this week dropped all charges against the Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited, Mr Edward Akuoko.

The Attorney-General’s move comes after the Akonta Mining General Manager agreed to testify for the state in Wontumi’s Tano Nimire Forest galamsey trial.

In court, the Office of the Attorney-General filed a formal notice at the Accra High Court (Criminal Division) on Monday to drop the charges in accordance with Section 59 of the Criminal and Other Offences (Procedure) Act, 1960 (Act 30).

The formal notice was signed by  Deputy Attorney-General, Dr Justice Srem Sai.

The notice added that Edward Akuoko had been discharged from prosecution in connection with all charges brought against him.

The Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited was facing charges alongside four: Chairman Wontumi; Operations Manager of Akonta Mining, Kwadwo Owusu Bempah; and a co-director of the company, Kwame Antwi, who, along with Bempah, is currently said to be at large.

Meanwhile, Lawyer Andy Appiah Kubi, Chairman Wontumi’s legal representative, has expressed disappointment over the AG’s decision to drop charges against the General Manager of Akonta Mining after he agreed to testify against Chairman Wontumi in court.

 According to Appiah Kubi, this move by the Attorney General indicates an intention to obstruct justice.

He argued that the way the Attorney General is  poaching his own accused persons suggests that there is an intent to undermine the cause of justice.

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“Don’t let anyone intimidate you with my name – Otumfuo tells new Ashanti Regional Police Commander

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“Don’t let anyone intimidate you with my name – Otumfuo tells new Ashanti Regional Police Commander

Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, has urged the new Ashanti Regional Police Commander, DCOP Arthur Osei Akoto, to work without fear or intimidation.

The Asantehene further asserted that he has never ordered any suspect’s release and does not interfere in the work of the police and all legal matters.

According to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, DCOP Arthur Osei Akoto must not entertain anyone who seeks to use his name for favours or influence decisions.

Speaking during a courtesy call paid on him at the Manhyia Palace, the Asantehene stated, “If anybody comes to you and says that I have sent them, just tell the person that you have heard. If I want to tell you something, I will let them call you myself. Whatever anybody comes to say, I have no knowledge about it.

“There is no way I will send people to you for the release of any suspect, I have never done such a thing before. So, if anybody comes to you saying Otumfuo says this or that, know that I have no knowledge about it.

“So don’t let them intimidate you with my name; work hard,” Otumfuo advised.

Also, the Otumfuo Osei Tutu II advised DCOP Arthur Osei Akoto to refer land and chieftaincy disputes to him.

According to Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, chieftaincy disputes and land disputes are outside the jurisdiction of the Police Service and fall under his purview.

He further encouraged DCOP Akoto to strengthen measures aimed at curbing theft and other social vices to maintain peace in the Ashanti Region.

The Asantehene cautioned, “I will destool any chief who engages the services of land guards. They know very well that they have no such authority. When those lands were entrusted to them upon their enstoolment, I never instructed them to hire land guards to protect them. I did not grant them the power to employ people to use guns and harm others”.

“If you have any land disputes with anyone, bring it before me, and we will resolve it amicably, for peace to prevail,” he said.

DCOP Arthur Osei Akoto replaces COP Emmanuel Teye Cudjoe, who has been promoted and reassigned to the Police Headquarters in Accra.

They were accompanied by CP Francis Kouame Somian, the Deputy Regional Commander; Chief Superintendent Frederick Hammond, Manhyia Divisional Commander; and DSP Godwin Ahianyo, the Ashanti Regional Police Public Relations Officer, as they paid a courtesy visit to the Manhyia Palace on Wednesday, 5th November 2025.

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@opemsuoradio Don’t Let Anyone Intimidate You With My Name- Otumfuo to New A/R Police Commander. Watch full video here: https://youtu.be/dBnDz25KC74 #opemsuoradio ♬ original sound – Opemsuo Radio

“I was devastated” – Ex-head teacher of Mawuko Girls SHS breaks silence on sexual assault claims

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“I was devastated” – Ex-head teacher of Mawuko Girls SHS breaks silence on sexual assault claims

Mr Krakrani, a former head teacher at the Mawuko Girls SHS, has broken his silence following sexual accusation levelled against him by an old student.

According to the former head teacher, he was devastated when he heard the accusation by his former student.

The former head teacher at Mawuko, who is now at Mawuli SHS, vehemently denied the sexual assault claims levelled against him.

Mr Krakrani revealed he is seeking legal advice to deal with the defamation of his character by Marvis Emefa Jaba, an old student of Mawuko Girls.

Speaking on the alleged sexual assault claims against him, Mr Krakrani stated, “When I saw the video, I was actually devastated. I had not done anything of that nature to Marvis Emefa Jaba.

Emefa Jaba happens to be one of the students I taught for 10 years in that environment. I was concerned about their daily routine. I  have never taken advantage of her, nor have I taken advantage of anyone within that community”.  

He further added, “Records can be cross-checked from the community; there are no records that I have done such a thing against anyone”.

Mr Krakrani further refuted claims he was sacked from Mawuko to Mawuli because of the alleged sexual assault.  

He added, “People have the view that I was sacked from Mawuko as a community to Mawuli, which is never true. If I have committed any crime, how can I be sacked from Mawuko? Mawuli is also an EP school, so if something happens there, I will never be brought to Mawuli, which is a grade A school.

I am currently seeking legal advice on the issue, so that the defamation of character so be investigated”.  

Mr Ebenezer Krakani claims follows an old student of the Mawuko Girls Senior High School, identified as Marvis Emefa Jaba, accusing him of sexually assaulting her while at the school.

According to the old student of Mawuko Girls, she was subjected to sexual assault by a teacher, which was a traumatic experience that she has been carrying with her for years.

Speaking in the viral self-recorded video, the lady narrated, “Mr Kakrani, if you are listening to this, I don’t want you to die, I want you to suffer, I want you to be very miserable, I want you to feel every pain, I want you to be paralysed for the rest of your life”.

I finished high school at the age of 17, so I was not even 18 at any point in the story. Mr Krakani was the head teacher who did not live on campus”.

According to the old student, any time school is on vacation, his male friends from other schools ask her about Mr Kakrani and caution her about him; however, she defended him as being a good man until he sexually assaulted her.

She added, “I saw Mr Kakrani on campus and he told me that my dad wants to speak to me. I had no idea that my dad made those plans. We had spoken about it, but we haven’t really finalised the plans, so I followed Mr Kakrani to his office to speak with my dad. After speaking with my dad, he told me my sister will be picking me up after my last paper.

Mr Kakrani started engaging me in a conversation, and was like, ‘Why don’t I stay with my aunty so he can show me around?. From nowhere, Mr Kakrani started walking towards me. I was seated on one of the tables, and I wanted to get up and leave, so I was confused. She was asking me to stay in Ho so he could show me around, but was approaching me from nowhere, his mouth was all over me, I will not call it kissing. Those who know him know he has a very big mouth. His mouth was all over me, the only thing I could do is to fold, and press my lips”.

She continued her narration, “I broke into tears, and he was saying, ‘Why was I crying, I am not a baby anymore’ while he was saying that, he dipped his hand in my pants. I was in a sports jersey”. 

“I bet on it that I was not the only one he ever did that thing to, because if he was bold enough to do such things to me, he probably did it to other girls. When he went to close the window for some privacy, I ran away”.

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“You stole money as minister” – Abronye fires Dr Anane over claims he disrespected Kufuor

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“You stole money as minister” – Abronye fires Dr Anane over claims he disrespected Kufuor

Kwame Baffoe, popularly known as Abronye DC, the Bono Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has fired back at Dr Richard Anane, a member of the party, following his recent remarks against him.

Dr Richard Winfred Anane, in a recent interview, revealed Abronye DC confronted and disrespected former President John Agyekum Kufuor during a meeting with party executives.

According to Dr Anane, the meeting, which took place about a week ago, was attended by senior party officials, including former President Kufuor.

He explained that during the meeting, Kufuor expressed his displeasure with the party’s “top-bottom approach” by electing a presidential candidate first before the national executive.

Kufuor argued that such a strategy was not beneficial to the NPP’s unity and effectiveness.

Speaking in an interview on Kasapa FM, Dr Richard Winfred Anane stated, “Normally, we don’t bring party matters outside, but I will say this, about a week ago, the party had a meeting, and President Kufuor attended. He told them about the top-bottom approach, asserting that it is not a good idea.”

He revealed that Kufuor emphasised the national chairman had not been very active for certain reasons, urging the party to allow those who want to be chairman of the party to lead the party back on track.

Kufuor urged the leadership to foster collaboration among all chairpersons to strengthen the party’s structure.

Dr Anane revealed Abronye DC reacted disrespectfully to the former President’s comments during the meeting.

He added, “Do you know who reacted? The Bono Chairman, Abronye. Where was Abronye when we formed the party?”

“He said Kufuor had mentioned Paul Afoko’s name and that… what does he mean…the acting chairman had to apologise and several people present condemned Abronye’s utterances. Where the man has reached in life, has Abronye been there before?”

In a sharp rebuttal, Abronye has accused Dr Anane of stealing from the state when he was a minister in government.

 Abronye also shockingly accused him of prescribing the wrong medication to his patients as a medical doctor.  

Speaking on his show on Ohia TV, Abronye stated, “Dr Richard Anane is not a member of the Executive Council or the National Council because those are places where only knowledgeable people meet, and he doesn’t qualify to be there”.

“Apart from becoming a minister and making more money than I have, he doesn’t have anything I don’t have. He hasn’t gone to school more than I; the only thing he did was to steal from the state when he was a minister,” Abronye alleged.

He further reiterated, “When you were a medical doctor, you were even giving wrong prescriptions to people, and you were injecting people incorrectly, causing their deaths. The fact that you became a minister and you stole money and got more money than me, you are not more educated than I am. If the two of us are standing, you can clearly see the difference between the two of us”.

He further called on Dr Anane to come for a debate with him if he claims he has served the NPP more than he has.

“So, for his claim that he has been in the party longer than I have, that should be debated between the two of us,” Abronye declared.

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“Clap for all Voltarians, I love the way you keep your rivers clean” – Okyeame Kwame praises

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“Clap for all Voltarians, I love the way you keep your rivers clean” – Okyeame Kwame praises

Kwame Nsiah-Apau, affectionately called Okyeame Kwame, a celebrated Ghanaian musician, has praised the people of the Volta Region for keeping their river bodies and sea clean.

According to Okyeame Kwame, he is amazed by the scenery in the Volta Region and calls on all Ghanaians to clap for the people of the Volta Region.

He noted that Voltarians love nature as they are not engaged in galamsey in their river bodies.

Speaking in a viral video, Okyeame Kwame stated, “So, I am in the Volta Region, and I am going to Keta for some school work, and I am telling you this place amazes me. I want to clap for all the Voltarians in Ghana.

I love the way you keep your rivers clean, the way you keep your seas, look at the sea, not a single rubber. Look at how clean it is. Everybody on social media, let’s clap for Voltarians in Ghana, you people know how to love nature. God bless all Voltarians, you people don’t do galamsey, we love”, he added.  

In related news, the Chief Executive Officer of the McDan Group of Companies, Dr Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, has said the Volta Region can generate $9 billion annually.

Speaking passionately at the Volta Economic Forum under the theme “Harnessing the Volta Corridor Economic Potential for the 24-Hour Economy Take-off,” McDan stated, “Everybody is talking about investment, but I was talking about revenue. The Volta Region can generate nine billion dollars. Is it our attitude, or are we just not deliberate?”

“I’m developing the biggest salt mine in Africa,” he said. “Yes, there are challenges, but we’re scaling through. I’m moving into the Volta Region to start operations and develop it.”

He added, “You can have the longest cable car in the world near Afadjato Mountain. This region can be a tourism powerhouse,” he said, referencing the area’s “health tourism” potential, including traditional waterfalls believed to have healing powers.

“I want to see private jets flying here into the Volta Region with investors. Let’s take this region seriously,” he stated.

McDan further described the Volta Region as a “sleeping giant” with a youth population exceeding 70 percent.

He stressed the need to empower young people through entrepreneurship, innovation, and vocational training.

McDan added, “We have to be creative. We have the youth, and we must develop them,” he said. “The 24-hour economy is a good concept, but it only works if we start acting.”

“We are waiting for the government to come to our aid, but we have what it takes as the private sector to take a move in our own small way,” he said. “If we start, I believe the government will step in.”

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“The issue of galamsey is not an NDC and NPP affair but a Ghana affair” – Afenyo-Markin

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“The issue of galamsey is not an NDC and NPP affair but a Ghana affair” – Afenyo-Markin

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Minority Leader, has strongly urged both parliamentary caucuses to unite and take decisive action to eradicate galamsey.

According to Afenyo-Markin, the fight against illegal mining (galamsey) is not an NDC and NPP affair but a Ghana affair.

He emphasised the importance of sending a clear and unified message to the Ghanaian people about the urgent need to end illegal mining.

Speaking on the floor of parliament, Alexander Afenyo-Markin stated, “The issue of galamsey calls for action, collective, not an NDC-NPP affair, but a Ghana affair.

It shouldn’t become like you go to the area that people are mining, and then you say, because you may lose the election, you don’t want to talk about it, or they will even push you to be lawless, all in the interest of votes that would end up in a coffin.”

He added, “Mr Speaker, can we, as political leaders, for once agree to stay the partisan approach on this matter, and deal with it and let our citizens know that this is a matter that affects the country and our own livelihoods”.

Also, Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has condemned the attack on officials of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS).

According to Alban Bagbin, Parliament will not protect any MP found guilty of misconduct.

Speaker Bagbin described the two Members of Parliament’s alleged involvement in the attack on NAIMOS as most worrying.

Speaking on the floor of parliament on Tuesday, Alban Bagbin stated, “The report of attacks on a team from the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, a task force established to combat illegal mining activities in the country, is most worrying”.

“Also worrying is the fact that the attack was allegedly incited by one of our own, the Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, who further roped in a senior member of this House, Honourable Collins Dauda.”

He further added, “I want to take this opportunity to condemn in no uncertain terms the attack on the team of security officers who have been assigned to help deal with the menace of galamsey, which must be addressed robustly”.

“I have therefore instructed the Office of the Clerk and the Legal Services Office to provide all necessary support to the Ghana Police Service in its investigations, within the framework of the 1992 Constitution, the laws of this country, and the Standing Orders of the House.”

Meanwhile, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the  Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, has been granted bail of GH¢150,000.

The lawmaker has also been barred by the court from leaving the Greater Accra Region without notifying investigators.

The Asutifi North MP was arraigned on Tuesday, 4th November 2025.

He is to report to investigators once every two weeks until the order is reversed or the trial begins.

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Afenyo-Markin’s assault case ‘swept under the carpet’ as AG fails to provide advice on case

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Afenyo-Markin’s assault case ‘swept under the carpet’ as AG fails to provide advice on case

The Police investigations into the Minority Leader’s Alexander Afenyo-Markin assault on a police officer during the “Save the Judiciary” protest is in limbo after the Office of the Attorney-General has failed to provide advice on the case docket.

The investigation, which was initiated following a formal request from the CID to the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Bagbin, who subsequently directed the Effutu MP to cooperate with the authorities.

A police statement sighted showed the Special Investigation Unit forwarded their investigation findings to the Attorney General’s Office on June 27, 2025, but the AG’s office has provided no update on the case.

The case name is The Republic vs Alexander Afenyo-Markin. Read, “I respectfully forward the attached Special Investigation Unit (SIU) Duplicate Case Docket with R_ O. No. 129/2025 to you for study and advise, please”.

The document provided a brief fact on the case: “On 5th May 2025, at approximately 1700 hours, Cyber Intelligence Operatives from the Cybercrime Unit of the CID Headquarters received a one-minute, 13-second video clip bearing the official Ghana Police Service watermark.

The video was forwarded to the Unit by the Police Public Affairs Directorate for forensic analysis and investigation. Preliminary analysis of the footage revealed a physical altercation between a group of demonstrators and personnel of the Ghana Police Service deployed for crowd control and security duties during the “Save The Judiciary” demonstration. The confrontation occurred when the Police Officers attempted to enforce a restricted boundary with a metal barricade.

The video captured Hon Alexander Afenyo-Markin, Minority Leader of Parliament, among other demonstrators, striking a police officer identified as No. 48632 G/Cpl. Forson Abel, stationed at Tesano District who was one of the duty officers. The case was referred to the SIU for investigation”.

The document added, “On 6th May 2025, No. 48632 G/Cpl. Forson Abel, who reported a case of assault against Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin at the Tesano Police Station, came to the CID Headquarters with an extract of the Occurrence and an endorsed Police Medical form after attending the Hospital for treatment.

He gave his complaint statement to the effect that he was assaulted by Hon Alexander Afenyo-Markin. Witnesses, including Supt/Mr. Isane Ocansey, ASP/Mr. Sulemana-Jallo Abdulalai of Greater Accra Regional Police Headquarters, ASP/Mr. Nicholas Mensah of Achimota District, who was on duty with Cpl. Forson Abel submitted statements to the Police to the effect that Hon Alexander Afenyo-Markin struck G/Cpl. Forson Abel in the face without any provocation”.

It further noted that Alexander Afenyo-Markin made a counter-complaint in a petition letter dated 5th May, 2025.

“On 6th May, 2025, a counter-complaint in a petition letter dated 5th May, 2025, was received from Hon Alexander Afenyo-Markin alleging that he had been assaulted by G/Cpl. Abel Forson On May 2025, a team of investigators comprising personnel from the Special Investigation Unit, Crime Scene Management and Cybercrime Unit and the above-mentioned officers visited the crime scene for crime scene reconstruction. Police identified two (2) CCTV Cameras in front of the Accra International Conference Centre, which are believed to have captured the incident.

A letter was sent to the National Security Secretariat to furnish the police with video footage from the said cameras. The footage received from the National Security through the National Signals Bureau was analysed by the Cyber Crime Unit, but it did not capture the assault incident. Based on the analysis of the video obtained from the Police Public Affairs Department on 9th May 2025, Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin was cautioned in the presence of an independent witness and released a set of recognisance bail.

A police medical form was also issued to him to attend the hospital and report. Witness statements were also taken from Hon Sammy Awuku and Richard Ahiagbah, who were seen in the video close to Hon. Alexander Afenyo-Markin”.

It further revealed that Alexander Afenyo-Markin failed to return the Police Medical Report Form despite several calls to him to do so.

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Abronye disrespected Kufuor during an executive meeting – NPP Man reveals  

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Abronye disrespected Kufuor during an executive meeting – NPP Man reveals  

A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Richard Winfred Anane, has said Abronye DC confronted and disrespected former President John Agyekum Kufuor during a meeting with party executives.

According to Dr Anane, the meeting, which took place about a week ago, was attended by senior party officials, including former President Kufuor.

He explained that during the meeting, Kufuor expressed his displeasure with the party’s “top-bottom approach” by electing a presidential candidate first before the national executive.

Kufuor argued that such a strategy was not beneficial to the NPP’s unity and effectiveness.

Speaking in an interview on Kasapa FM, Dr Richard Winfred Anane stated, “Normally, we don’t bring party matters outside, but I will say this, about a week ago, the party had a meeting, and President Kufuor attended. He told them about the top-bottom approach, asserting that it is not a good idea.”

He revealed that Kufuor emphasised the national chairman had not been very active for certain reasons, urging the party to allow those who want to be chairman of the party to lead the party back on track.

Kufuor urged the leadership to foster collaboration among all chairpersons to strengthen the party’s structure.

Dr Anane revealed Abronye DC reacted disrespectfully to the former President’s comments during the meeting.

He added, “Do you know who reacted? The Bono Chairman, Abronye. Where was Abronye when we formed the party?”

“He said Kufuor had mentioned Paul Afoko’s name and that… what does he mean…the acting chairman had to apologise and several people present condemned Abronye’s utterances. Where the man has reached in life, has Abronye been there before?”

In related NPP news, Justin Kodua Frimpong, the General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has made a bold declaration even before the party elects its presidential candidate for the 2028 elections.

According to Justin Kodua, the NPP come December 2028 will surely return to power.

He highlighted that the NPP will work out all their differences before the 2028 elections.

Speaking at a press conference in Accra, the NPP’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, boldly delcared, “We have more than two years to preach to Ghanaians, our record, to preach to Ghanaians what the NPP stand for, and I can assure you, issues of apathy, issues of reconciliation, all will be addressed, and InshaAllah, come December 7, 2028, the NPP will surely come back to power”.

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“I was rich before, special prosecutor work making me poor” – Kissi Agyebeng replies critics 

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“I was rich before, special prosecutor work making me poor” – Kissi Agyebeng replies critics 

Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, has replied to critics accusing him of incompetence and only thinking of dressing.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, persons calling for his dismissal are making personal attacks, complaining about his dressing.

Kissi Agyebeng highlighted that he was not in rags before being appointed as the Special Prosecutor.

He revealed he has been a lawyer since 2003 and has owned a law firm since 2014.

Speaking in an interview on The KSM Show, Kissi Agyebeng stated, “Some people are even complaining about my dressing, saying that I dress too much. I was rich before I became the special prosecutor.

I wasn’t in rags. I have been a lawyer since 2003 and a lecturer at the University of Ghana since 2006. I have had my own law firm since 2014, so this is not the work that would make me rich”, he said.

He added, “This work is rather making me poor. But I will do my best to ensure that when I am no longer in the position, Ghanaians will remember me. We have made the OSP so attractive and working so effectively, it is a household name now”.

Furthermore, Kissi Agyebeng has admitted that the Office of the Special Prosecutor was powerless under the former Akufo-Addo government.

The Special Prosecutor revealed that the OSP saw former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta leaving Ghana after the 2024 elections, but they were powerless.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the OSP lacked the operational backing required to enforce any travel restrictions.

He clarified, “We didn’t watch him leave; we were powerless, that is the truth. We saw him leave, but we couldn’t prevent him from leaving the airport.

We don’t control the airport, we don’t control the exit point. Let’s face facts, before John Dramani Mahama was sworn in on 7th January, Nana Akufo-Addo was the president, who was his cousin.

Now we can rely on the Ghana Immigration Service to block someone, but at the time he left, you call up Immigration, no one will bother to respond to you”, he added.

He further added, “When he left, the President was Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo at the time he left. We were not getting the cooperation at the time from other security agencies”.

“National Security, no (cooperation at the time), situation is different now, National Signal Bureau, no, at the time, the situation is different now, National Intelligence Bureau, zero, at the time, the situation is different now, I mean the security set up was against the OSP, so we will not be able to perform our job, this was the situation,” he disclosed.

“I will never lie about Wontumi but will tell the truth to gain my freedom” – Akonta Mining Manager

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“I will never lie about Wontumi but will tell the truth to gain my freedom” – Akonta Mining Manager

Edward Akuoko, the former Managing Director of Akonta Mining, has spoken out on his decision to be a prosecution witness in the state case against Chairman Wontumi.

According to the Akonta Mining Manager, he will never lie about Chairman Wontumi but will tell the truth to gain his freedom.

Edward Akuoko emphasised that none of the NPP bigwigs reached out to him when he was arrested along with Wontumi.

He noted that all the solidarity messages were aimed towards Chairman Wontumi and not him, which made him worried about the possibility of being jailed.

Edward Akuoko asserted that Wontumi, even if he is jailed, could be granted a presidential pardon when the NPP comes to power, while he would be left to rot in jail.

Speaking on Okay FM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Edward Akuoko explained his decision, “The day we went to court and we [Wontumi and I] were rearrested and placed in handcuffs, none of the big leaders in the party reached out to me or asked about me. Even attempts by people to show solidarity with Wontumi to secure his release, no one did the same for me. Did you ever hear of free Akuoko?”

“After securing bail, I was advised to agree to become a prosecution witness because I could otherwise be jailed. With Wontumi, even if he were jailed, he could be granted a presidential pardon when his party comes to power, while I would be left to my sad fate. I joined the prosecution witness out of personal interest. I will not lie against Wontumi, but I will speak my truth about the whole case,” he added.

Recall that the Office of the Attorney-General (AG) earlier this week dropped all charges against the Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited, Mr Edward Akuoko.

The Attorney-General’s move comes after the Akonta Mining General Manager agreed to testify for the state in Wontumi’s Tano Nimire Forest galamsey trial.

In court, the Office of the Attorney-General filed a formal notice at the Accra High Court (Criminal Division) on Monday to drop the charges in accordance with Section 59 of the Criminal and Other Offences (Procedure) Act, 1960 (Act 30).

The formal notice was signed by  Deputy Attorney-General, Dr Justice Srem Sai.

The notice added that Edward Akuoko had been discharged from prosecution in connection with all charges brought against him.

The Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited was facing charges alongside four: Chairman Wontumi; Operations Manager of Akonta Mining, Kwadwo Owusu Bempah; and a co-director of the company, Kwame Antwi, who, along with Bempah, is currently said to be at large.

Meanwhile, Lawyer Andy Appiah Kubi, Chairman Wontumi’s legal representative, has expressed disappointment over the AG’s decision to drop charges against the General Manager of Akonta Mining after he agreed to testify against Chairman Wontumi in court.

 According to Appiah Kubi, this move by the Attorney General indicates an intention to obstruct justice.

He argued that the way the Attorney General is  poaching his own accused persons suggests that there is an intent to undermine the cause of justice.

Speaking in an interview with TV3 on November 4, 2025, Appiah-Kubi stated, “… If the Attorney General, with all the materials and all the resources available to him, including human personnel, is just for him to only rely on the former accused person to prosecute a matter against one of the accused persons or some of the accused persons, and he thinks that justice may not be undermined, that is his decision.

I would have thought that his role as Minister of Justice would have persuaded him at all times to be careful that freedom and justice of the moment be served also on all the accused persons until they are proven guilty. The way that the Attorney General appears to be poaching his own accused persons suggests that there is an intent to undermine the cause of justice. We will resist the oppressor’s rule,” he said.

“We have just been served with the notice of withdrawal of the fourth accused person, so they have come under the rules of court and have every right to do so. We are going to prepare our case when they are ready. It doesn’t change our position. We have still pleaded not guilty, and we will come to prosecute the case religiously in the best of our professional expertise,” he added.

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“InshaAllah, come December 2028, the NPP will surely return to power” — Justin Kodua

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“InshaAllah, come December 2028, the NPP will surely return to power” — Justin Kodua

Justin Kodua Frimpong, the General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has made a bold declaration even before the party elects its presidential candidate for the 2028 elections.

According to Justin Kodua, the NPP come December 2028 will surely return to power.

He highlighted that the NPP will work out all their differences before the 2028 elections.

Speaking at a press conference in Accra, the NPP’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, boldly delcared, “We have more than two years to preach to Ghanaians, our record, to preach to Ghanaians what the NPP stand for, and I can assure you, issues of apathy, issues of reconciliation, all will be addressed, and InshaAllah, come December 7, 2028, the NPP will surely come back to power”.

Justin Kodua Frimpong, during the press conference, also accused the John Mahama government of using state institutions as political weapons to orchestrate harassment and intimidation against its members.

Justin Kodua, speaking at a press conference in Accra, lamented the Mahama government’s continuous interference in the work of the security agencies and sections of the judiciary.

According to Justin Kodua, state institutions, which are supposed to operate independently, have become political weapons used to silence critics and opposition voices.

He stated, “The party has held demonstrations and numerous press conferences reminding President John Mahama and his government that we are a nation of rule of law”.

“We have asked the NDC government to stop its continuous weaponisation of the state security and the judiciary against political opponents.”

He added that despite several appeals from the NPP, the government has remained deaf to calls for fairness.

Justin Kodua argued that Ghana’s democracy is being “slowly poisoned by the abuse of power.”

“It is increasingly concerning that the state security agencies continue to flout with impunity the Constitution of Ghana, particularly Article 14. Unfortunately, all our calls are falling on deaf ears, but as a party we shall not back down on our resolve to fight this injustice,” he emphasised.

Furthermore, Justin Kodua Frimpong further claimed that illegal mining (galamsey) is now worse under the John Mahama-led government than it was under the NPP.

The NPP General Secretary boldly claimed that any reasonable person in this country will admit that the state of galamsey is now even worse than it was under the NPP administration.

According to him, the NPP cares so much about this country, and their doors are always open if the President sees the need to reach out for a proper round-table discussion on how to combat this menace.

Justin Kodua Frimpong added, “It is clear that galamsey has become worse under this administration. They have Members of Parliament who belong to the NDC, they have national officials from the NDC, the region, who are involved in galamsey.

It’s not surprising that the security agencies are struggling to deal with that issue, because when they make efforts, they are threatened by powers that be in this government,” he said.

He added, “If His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama sees the need and wisdom to reach out to us, we are ever ready for a proper roundtable discussion to deal with this matter once and for all,” he added.

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NDC’s Kofi Wayo has died

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NDC’s Kofi Wayo has died

Kofi Wayo, a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has passed away.

The news was confirmed by Member of Parliament for Ketu North, Hon Edem Agbana, who shared a heartfelt message announcing the loss on his official Facebook page.

Reports of Kofi Wayo passing a leading member of the NDC’s youth activist were shared on social media on Tuesday, November 4, 2025.

Edem Agbana, who confirmed the news through a post on Facebook, wrote,  “Wayo, you have left me completely broken and devastated. Oh death is wicked”.

According to reports, Wayo was unwell and was hospitalised recently.

The late Kofi Wayo was an activist in the NDC. He was also known to have been actively involved in student politics.

He played key roles in the affairs of the National Union of Ghana Students (NUGS) and other student bodies.

A post on Facebook stated, “Rest in power and rest in peace, Kofi Wayo! I teased you the last time we met at Loggia, but I didn’t know you had been hospitalised for ill health until I spoke with Ascorbic just last week. Till we meet again, be accepted in the bosom of our good Lord brother! This one got me to let loose; emotions got me!”.

Another friend of the late Kofi Wayo wrote, “Kofi Wayo Central was really suffering, Comrades, a lot was going on. Show your loved ones you love them now, not later..! Some Comrades are really suffering. My Brother, my groomsman, my comrade, how are we going to do the Fante Confederation 2026 without you? The agenda D4WD4U..!!! Aaah, Kofi, this goodbye hits different. You didn’t tell me this last week”.

Another tribute stated, “Too much of a cruel world to hold on to anything. Kofi Wayo, I can’t stop thinking about how many times I will tease you on appointment and debate you right from student activism to party politics. This is painful. Too young to say goodbye”.

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Ronor Motors CEO implicated in GHS9m GRA procurement scandal

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Ronor Motors CEO implicated in GHS9m GRA procurement scandal

Ghanaian car dealership Ronor Motors and its CEO have been implicated in a GHS 9 million procurement scandal involving the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

According to a report by the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), the former GRA Commissioner-General, Reverend Dr Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah, oversaw ‘irregular and fraudulent’ contract awards to Ronor Motors Ghana Ltd, Telinno Ghana Ltd, and Sajel Motors and Trading Company Ltd for supplying vehicles and logistics.

The report highlighted that Ronor Motors failed to pay a 12.5% VAT amounting to GHS 3,890,040.00, along with other levies, and had not filed any returns as of October 2022.

CHRAJ’s investigation follows a petition received in 2022 filed by the Movement for Truth and Accountability (MFTA).

The report noted that the contracts were inflated, fraudulent, duplication, and, in some cases, nonexistent contractors.

According to CHRAJ, despite the last-minute attempt by the petitioners to withdraw the complaint, they proceeded with the investigation, which revealed a financial loss to the state amounting to USD 826,551 round about GHS 8,971,933.43).

The CHRAJ report concluded that the former GRA boss presided over fraudulent and irregular contract awards to three companies.

The companies have been listed to us: Ronor Motors Ghana Limited, Telinno Ghana Limited, and Sajel Motors and Trading Company Limited.

CHRAJ also found that the companies involved were not tax compliant at the time, adding that two of the companies, Telinno Ghana Limited and Sajel Motors and Trading Company Limited, could not be traced.

CHRAJ has also referred the former GRA boss for prosecution after their probe found him culpable of procurement breaches in a vehicle supply contract.

Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah has been accused of corruption, fraud, and procurement breaches resulting in a financial loss of GHS 8,971,933.43 to the state.

CHRAJ has also banned the former GRA boss from holding any public office for five years

Also, CHRAJ has urged the Board of the Public Procurement Authority to prohibit Sajel Motors Ltd and Telinno Ghana Ltd from engaging in any future business with the state.

They further urged  PPA to ensure strict enforcement of the Public Procurement Regulations, 2022 (L.I. 2466).

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“Our client owns no such assets worth GH¢100m” – Mustapha Hamid lawyers tell OSP

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“Our client owns no such assets worth GH¢100m” – Mustapha Hamid lawyers tell OSP

The Lawyers for Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, the former Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), have denied claims that the OSP has frozen their client’s assets worth over GH¢100 million.

In a statement issued by Hay & Partners at Law and signed by Hanifa Yahaya Esq., they boldly refuted such claims, arguing that their client owns no such assets valued at that amount directly or indirectly.

According to the Lawyers, the OSP is distorting facts and engaging in public theatrics and false reportage rather than focusing on thorough prosecution.

Part of the statement read, “Our client owns no such assets, directly or indirectly, and no property worth the stated amount exists anywhere in connection with him”.

“The OSP, as a public institution established under law, is reminded that its officers are bound by constitutional and ethical obligations to discharge their duties with fairness, integrity, and respect for the rights and dignity of all persons,” the statement read.

The lawyers added, “Engaging in public commentary that distorts facts before the court is inconsistent with those obligations and unbecoming of the prosecutorial office.”

“It is deeply regrettable that instead of complying with court orders, the OSP has chosen to engage in media sensationalism”.

Their statement comes following the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) announcement of the seizure of assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and US$100,000 in the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) scandal case. 

The OSP made this known in a sharp reply to a viral video of the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, who referred to the OSP case against him as useless.

A post by the OSP on social media detailed the facts behind his prosecution and why the State considers the case both serious and substantial.

In a sharp rebuttal, the OSP wrote, “Following a video in which the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, dismissed his ongoing criminal case as ‘useless,’ it is important to restate the facts behind his prosecution and why the State considers the case both serious and substantial.

Dr Abdul-Hamid, the first accused, is standing trial before the Criminal High Court in Accra on several counts of serious corruption and financial crimes”.

It further detailed the facts regarding his cases, “These include:

*Conspiracy to Commit Extortion by a Public Officer– jointly with two NPA officials, accused of plotting to extort GH¢291,574,087.19 and US$332,407.47 from bulk oil transporters and oil marketing companies between December 2022 and December 2024.

*Two Counts of Extortion by a Public Officer– an unlawful receipt of GH¢24 million and  GH¢230,000 from oil transporters and haulage companies under the guise of official duties.

*Two Counts of Using Public Office for Profit– accused of abusing his office as NPA Chief Executive for private gain, unlawfully enriching himself with GH¢24 million and  GH¢230,000.

*Money Laundering– found to be in possession of GH¢15,343,251.29, an amount disproportionate to his known legitimate income and suspected to be proceeds of crime.

In total, Dr Abdul-Hamid is alleged to have played a leading role in a grand extortion and laundering scheme that caused the State and petroleum sector losses exceeding  GH¢291 million and over US$330,000”.

The OSP also revealed that Mustpha Hamid’s assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and US$100,000 have already been seized and frozen.

“The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has already seized and frozen assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and over US$100,000, with additional assets under active tracing. These actions are based on strong documentary, banking, and transaction evidence linking the proceeds to the alleged offences.

This case represents a major step in protecting public funds, ensuring accountability in the petroleum sector, and affirming that no public official is above the law. The seriousness of the charges and the scale of the alleged losses make this prosecution a critical test of Ghana’s commitment to fighting corruption”.

The statement concluded by adding that the case has been adjourned to Thursday, November 13, 2025, for the next court hearing.

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Dr Ibrahim Murtala rejected a $500,000 CSIR land deal bribe – Solomon Owusu

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Dr Ibrahim Murtala rejected a $500,000 CSIR land deal bribe – Solomon Owusu

Solomon Owusu, the Director of Communications for the United Party, has revealed a private conversation he had with the late Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed.

He recounted a story the former how the former Tamale Central MP told him about how some persons attempted to bribe him upon assuming office as minister.

Speaking on 3FM, Solomon Owusu stated, “In fact, it was on that day that he exposed to me that when he assumed the position of a minister at the Environment Ministry, one day a gentleman he was close to, an NDC member, came to him with a sack of money — $500,000 — that someone had given to him to be given to him (Murtala)”.

Solomon Owusu added that when Dr Murtala asked why the person was giving him the money, he was told the person was a businessman who does business with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR).

He added, “Apparently, that person had bought most of the lands of CSIR, and this money was to make him shut up, but he said no. He was content with whatever he had, and that the guy must go back and give the money back to the one who sent him”.

“The next day, the guy brought the man, who is a young man. He (Murtala) told the businessman to know that he had not taken his money,” he said.

Solomon Owusu further added that Dr Murtala contracted the Public Works Department (PwC) to audit all land sales at the CSIR for those which were illegally sold to be retrieved.

Meanwhile, in related land news, President John Dramani Mahama has announced he has ordered the Land Ministry to conduct a comprehensive audit of state lands leased or sold between 2017 and 2024.

According to Mahama, the audit will be conducted by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources in collaboration with the Lands Commission, will cover lands acquired for state purposes.

Speaking at the newly reconstituted National Lands Commission during their inauguration on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, John Mahama stated, “I’ve directed the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources and the Lands Commission to immediately undertake a comprehensive audit of all state lands allocated, leased or sold, particularly between 2017 and 2024”.

“This audit will cover lands acquired for schools, hospitals, and public institutions, forest and ecological zones, and lawfully converted to private use, any transaction tainted by conflict of interest, abuse of power, or political patronage,” he explained.

Mahama warned that any transactions found to have been carried out illegally will be reversed, and the land reclaimed by the state.

President Mahama further dismissed claims that the government is witch-hunting opponents, adding that the process will be conducted fairly and transparently.

John Mahama added, “Where illegality or impropriety is discovered, such transactions will be reversed and the land will be recovered to the government by law. We’re not on a witch hunt. Those who have legally acquired land through proper processes need not fear. This exercise is about fairness and justice”.

President Mahama further revealed that there has been a temporary ban on state land transactions.

“Today, with the inauguration of the new commission and the adoption of robust accountability measures, I am pleased to announce that the ban on land transactions has been lifted”, he said.

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“There is video proof, if he still denies it” – Erastus Asare Donkor tackles Asutifi North MP

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“There is video proof, if he still denies it” – Erastus Asare Donkor tackles Asutifi North MP

JoyNews Editor, Erastus Asare Donkor, has reminded the Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, that there is video proof if he keeps denying his actions in the NAIMOS attack.

Speaking on JOY NEWS, Erastus Asare Donkor stated, “I know there have been denials and all that, but there are videos, there are videos to show, the men he went to the site with, and the point where he was calling the Hon Collins Dauda and indicating to the Commander that it was Collins Dauda who sent them.

He added, “Well, it remains to be seen, but I am happy a probe has been initiated into this. NAIMOS has the opportunity to present the evidence that they do have; there are witnesses to this, some of whom we have listened to, and they will also provide and at the end of the day, when we get to the bottom of this.

The punishment, if indeed they are found culpable to serve as a deterrent to people who in the future will want to go that path”.

Meanwhile, a police statement on the attack on the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) near Bronikrom–Hwidiem read, “Preliminary investigation has established that on Saturday, 1st November 2025, the NAIMOS Director and his team intercepted illegal miners operating near Bronikrom in the Ahafo Region and arrested some suspects. Exhibits retrieved from them include a side-hang bag containing one (1) Smith & Wesson pistol, two (2) pistol magazines, twenty-one (21) rounds of 9mm ammunition, an unregistered Range Rover vehicle, an unregistered Toyota RAV4 vehicle and several mobile phones.

While the team were preparing to hand over the suspects to the Hwidiem Police Station, the MP reportedly arrived with a group of men and demanded their release. When his demand was refused, the group forcibly removed the suspects’ handcuffs and chased the NAIMOS team from the scene.

A mob numbering about 600, allegedly incited by the MP, later besieged the Hwidien Police Station, demanding the release of the miners and seized vehicles. The crowd vandalised the Director’s vehicle, damaged parts of the police station, and threatened to set it ablaze. Reinforcement teams from the Ahafo Regional Command were deployed to restore order and prevent further destruction”.

Also, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the  Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, has been granted bail of GH¢150,000.

The lawmaker has also been barred by the court from leaving the Greater Accra Region without notifying investigators.

The Asutifi North MP was arraigned on Tuesday, 4th November 2025.

He is to report to investigators once every two weeks until the order is reversed or the trial begins.

The MP was also warned against any conduct that would frustrate the ongoing investigation.

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Ghana records 10th consecutive fall in inflation rate

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Ghana records 10th consecutive fall in inflation rate

Dr Iddrisu Alhassan, Government Statistician, has announced that Ghana’s inflation rate has dropped to 8.0% in October 2025.

This drop marks the lowest level since June 2021, continuing a steady decline for the tenth consecutive month.

Ghana Statistical Service, the latest data shows a “01.4 percentage point fall from the 9.4% recorded in September, and a sharp improvement from the 23.8% rate recorded in December 2024, underscoring the continued easing of price pressures in the economy”.

“The month-on-month inflation also fell by 0.4%, indicating a modest decline in general price levels across major consumer categories”.

Speaking at a press briefing in Accra, Government Statistician, Dr Iddrisu Alhassan, said, “For the first time since June 2021, Ghana has achieved single-digit inflation. This means that the rate at which prices of goods and services are increasing has slowed significantly.”

“We’ve seen improvements across food, transport, and housing categories — key indicators of household welfare”, Dr Alhassan noted.

Dr Iddrisu Alhassan also revealed, food is the largest contributor to Ghana’s inflation.

Meanwhile, in September 2025, Ghana’s consumer price inflation has fallen to a single digit for the first time in four years.

In September 2025, Ghana’s inflation extended a nine-month streak of declines.

Ghana’s September 2025 inflation stands at  9.4% down from 11.5% in August.

The slowdown has been largely driven by a decline in food prices, according to the Ghana Statistical Service.

Also, Ghana’s food inflation has fallen from 14.8% to 11%.

Non-food inflation has also dropped from  8.7% in August to 8.2%.

The continuous drop in inflation has already beaten the government’s full-year target.

The continuous drop in inflation strengthens prospects for monetary policy stability, exchange rate resilience, and improved consumer confidence.

Also, Dr Johnson Asiama, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has declared at the IMF/World Bank talks that Ghana’s economy has turned the corner.

The BoG Governor declared that Ghana’s economy is back on track after years of instability.

He described Ghana’s economy as being “back on track” following months of policy discipline.

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“Ghana now have a real president who is showing his power” – Senyo Hosi salutes Mahama

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“Ghana now have a real president who is showing his power” – Senyo Hosi salutes Mahama

Senyo Hosi, the Convener of the One Ghana Movement, has saluted President John Mahama following his swift response to the attack on officials of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS).

According to Senyo Hosi, Mahama’s swift action is a turning point in the fight against illegal mining.

He highlighted that Ghana now has a real president and not a ceremonial president.

Senyo Hosi singing praises of President Mahama stems from the quick interrogation and prosecution of the Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, who has been sent to court for leading an alleged attack on the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS).

Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on Monday, November 4, Mr Hosi stated, “Now we have a head of state, not a ceremonial president, we have a real president, and he’s showing his power, and this is what we expect of proper leadership”.

“As for that man, I don’t want to see, don’t put him on your screen. He’s not even worth your screen. You can write his statement. Don’t put his picture on your screen. We all vex, what is this?”

He added, “I’m so impressed by the swiftness of His Excellency, the President. When you defy his men, who are at the forefront of the most important fight of this country, you are defying the directives of the Commander-in-Chief of this country.

“So I was waiting to see, after today, I would have been able to tell whether we have a president or we don’t. And he has saved that office by his act.”

Senyo Hosi added, “This is the form of leadership we have always been looking for. And I hope that this will not be one flash in the pan, but it will be the pan itself, and everybody will realise that for galamsey, there is no tolerance for nonsense.”

“JM, I salute you today. You have made me happy. This is just the beginning, just don’t do it like comedy, there is more to do… You have to sack that guy from your party.”

Also, Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has condemned the attack on officials of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS).

According to Alban Bagbin, Parliament will not protect any MP found guilty of misconduct.

Speaker Bagbin described the two Members of Parliament’s alleged involvement in the attack on NAIMOS as most worrying.

Speaking on the floor of parliament on Tuesday, Alban Bagbin stated, “The report of attacks on a team from the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, a task force established to combat illegal mining activities in the country, is most worrying”.

“Also worrying is the fact that the attack was allegedly incited by one of our own, the Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, who further roped in a senior member of this House, Honourable Collins Dauda.”

He further added, “I want to take this opportunity to condemn in no uncertain terms the attack on the team of security officers who have been assigned to help deal with the menace of galamsey, which must be addressed robustly”.

“I have therefore instructed the Office of the Clerk and the Legal Services Office to provide all necessary support to the Ghana Police Service in its investigations, within the framework of the 1992 Constitution, the laws of this country, and the Standing Orders of the House.”

Meanwhile, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the  Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, has been granted bail of GH¢150,000.

The lawmaker has also been barred by the court from leaving the Greater Accra Region without notifying investigators.

The Asutifi North MP was arraigned on Tuesday, 4th November 2025.

He is to report to investigators once every two weeks until the order is reversed or the trial begins.

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“Galamsey is now worse under Mahama than it was under NPP” – Justin Kodua

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“Galamsey is now worse under Mahama than it was under NPP” – Justin Kodua

 Justin Kodua Frimpong, the General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has claimed that illegal mining (galamsey) is now worse under the John Mahama-led government than it was under the NPP.

The NPP General Secretary boldly claimed that any reasonable person in this country will admit that the state of galamsey is now even worse than it was under the NPP administration.

According to him, the NPP cares so much about this country, and their doors are always open if the President sees the need to reach out for a proper round-table discussion on how to combat this menace.

Speaking at a press conference in Accra, the NPP’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, stated, “It is clear that galamsey has become worse under this administration. They have Members of Parliament who belong to the NDC, they have national officials from the NDC, the region, who are involved in galamsey.

It’s not surprising that the security agencies are struggling to deal with that issue, because when they make efforts, they are threatened by powers that be in this government,” he said.

He added, “If His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama sees the need and wisdom to reach out to us, we are ever ready for a proper roundtable discussion to deal with this matter once and for all,” he added.

However, Justin Kodua’s remarks have triggered Ghanaians on social media, firing shots at the NPP General Secretary, “ Any reasonable person will know NPP has no moral right the talk about Galamsey. The party that passed a law to allow mining in our forest reserves, the party that kicked out one of their own, prof Frimpong Boateng, because his report on galamsey implicated people in government. The party that dished out licenses like toffee has no moral right”.

“Guess sometimes you have to talk to remind us all of your very existence before you go extinct. Thanks for reminding us that you’re still around the corner. We will call when we need you”, another stated.

“Politics aside, that’s actually the kind of energy Ghana needs. Collaboration over competition. But you know how it goes… they’ll agree on TV and still fight behind the scenes”, one more netizen noted.

One more X user added, “Something is definitely wrong in Ghana. Such a disconnect, and the ability to say half-truths so boldly. I believe galamsey has always been this bad, but it is now being exposed”.

A netizen added, “You love and care about this country so much that you commissioned an investigation into Galamsey, and when the report came out, you didn’t like the content, you buried it”.

Additionally, an X added, “Coming from a party that allowed people to destroy our forest. Coming from a party that protests because someone was arrested on suspicion of being involved in galamsey. These folks should stay quiet rather than hold all these press conferences”.

“So you know how to combat it through a round table discussion, and you couldn’t combat it in your 8-year term, even though you had more than 100 round table discussions on this very menace. Aren’t you ashamed of yourself?”, a netizen noted.

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Nigerian teenager trafficked to Ghana rescued 5 weeks pregnant

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Nigerian teenager trafficked to Ghana rescued 5 weeks pregnant

The Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU) has rescued a Nigerian teenager trafficked to Ghana.

According to the Police, the 15-year-old Nigerian national was trafficked to Ghana and forced to engage in sex work at Tarkwa in the Western Region.

The Police, in a statement issued, revealed,  medical checks show the teenager is five weeks pregnant.

The Nigerian teenager was trafficked to Ghana with the promise of Ghana, but after arrival, was subjected to abuse.

Portion of the Police statement reads, “On Monday, 3rd of November, 2025, police arrested 25-year-old Joy Ogbonna at Aboso near Tarkwa, following a report by the victim’s father, Ogbonno Onuigbo, who said his daughter went missing in the month of October 2025, in Nigeria. The victim later called him on the 24th of October 2025, revealing that she had been trafficked and abused in Ghana”.

“Police investigations indicated that one Golden Blessing, who is currently on the run, lured the victim from Enugu to Lagos under the pretext of offering her a cleaning job and later handed her over to Joy Ogbonna, who transported her to Tarkwa.

“Upon arrival, the suspect confined the victim in a room, forced her into sex work, and collected the proceeds. Through the intervention of a helpful passerby, the victim was able to contact her father, leading to her rescue. A medical report confirmed that the victim was five weeks pregnant,” the statement added.

It further added, “The suspect, Joy Ogbonna, is currently in police custody and will be arraigned before the court soon. Efforts are ongoing to arrest her accomplice, Golden Blessing, who is believed to be in Nigeria.”

Meanwhile, a Notorious Nigerian human trafficking ring leader, Chukwudi Nwachuku, has been sentenced to 10 years in prison.

Chukwudi Nwachuku, the ring leader of the Nigerian human trafficking syndicate, have been sentenced to 10 years in prison with hard labour.

He was sentenced for his role in the trafficking of ten young Nigerian girls between the ages of 15 and 18 into Ghana and forcing them into prostitution.

Her Honour Mrs Akosua Anokyewaa Adjepong presided over the proceedings at the Achimota Circuit Court.

She also ruled that the convict, Chukwudi Nwachuku, pay restitution in the sum of GH¢15,000 to each of the ten victims.

In other news, Samuel Armah, also known as Koti Nyan, a forty-year-old fisherman, has been jailed for 10 years with hard labour for defilement.

On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, the case was called with the accused fisherman pleading charge and was convicted on his own plea.

The case was presided over by Her Honour Nana Aba Quiba Nunoo.

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“We can’t just show up and arrest Ofori-Atta, even though we know where he is” – OSP

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“We can’t just show up and arrest Ofori-Atta, even though we know where he is” – OSP

Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, has said his outfit cannot just show up in the United States to arrest Ofori-Atta and bring him back to face prosecution.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, even though they know where Ken Ofori-Atta is, it is a complex one that may require patience.

Speaking on the KSM Show on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Kissi Agyebeng detailed, “… We believe he is in the States, and we’ve always believed that he was there. Indeed, before we put him on the Interpol red notice, we know he left the States on one or two occasions, but we believe he is in the States, and we know the area in which he lives.

“The person lives in the United States, Kissi Agyebeng, Office of the Special Prosecutor, and even the Ghana army can’t just go into the US, spring him up and bring him,” he said.

He further highlighted that the process could face several roadblocks from US authorities, with the president also potentially blocking the extradition even if a court agrees for Ofori-Atta to be returned, adding that no specific timeline can be set for the return of the former minister.

“… That’s why I was joking about it that if he lived in Agbogba he would be with us as we are speaking. But since it is in a foreign country, I cannot put a date on it. And even then, the central authority, in respect of its extradition matters in the US could decide one thing, and the President of the United States can step on it, block it and say no,” he explained.

He added, “So far as he is in the United States of America, we cannot put a date on it that we are bringing him today, or tomorrow… Anyone who talks with certainty that in an extradition process you are going to get the person at all cost, certainly doesn’t know what he’s about.”

Also, Kissi Agyebeng admitted that the Office of the Special Prosecutor was powerless under the former Akufo-Addo government.

The Special Prosecutor revealed that the OSP saw former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta leaving Ghana after the 2024 elections, but they were powerless.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the OSP lacked the operational backing required to enforce any travel restrictions.

Kissi Agyebeng clarified, “We didn’t watch him leave; we were powerless, that is the truth. We saw him leave, but we couldn’t prevent him from leaving the airport.

We don’t control the airport, we don’t control the exit point. Let’s face facts, before John Dramani Mahama was sworn in on 7th January, Nana Akufo-Addo was the president, who was his cousin.

Now we can rely on the Ghana Immigration Service to block someone, but at the time he left, you call up Immigration, no one will bother to respond to you”, he added.

He further added, “When he left, the President was Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo at the time he left. We were not getting the cooperation at the time from other security agencies”.

“National Security, no (cooperation at the time), situation is different now, National Signal Bureau, no, at the time, the situation is different now, National Intelligence Bureau, zero, at the time, the situation is different now, I mean the security set up was against the OSP, so we will not be able to perform our job, this was the situation,” he disclosed.

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“Did you ever hear of free Akuoko?” – Akonta Mining manager on why he is snitching on Wontumi

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“Did you ever hear of free Akuoko?” – Akonta Mining manager on why he is snitching on Wontumi

Edward Akuoko, the Managing Director of Akonta Mining, has broken his silence on his decision to accept the Attorney General deal to become a prosecution witness and testify for the state for his personal interest.

It will be recalled the Office of the Attorney-General (AG) dropped all charges against the Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited, Mr Edward Akuoko.

The Attorney-General’s move comes after the Akonta Mining General Manager agreed to testify for the state in Wontumi’s Tano Nimire Forest galamsey trial.

In court, the Office of the Attorney-General filed a formal notice at the Accra High Court (Criminal Division) on Monday to drop the charges in accordance with Section 59 of the Criminal and Other Offences (Procedure) Act, 1960 (Act 30).

The formal notice was signed by  Deputy Attorney-General, Dr Justice Srem Sai.

The notice added that Edward Akuoko had been discharged from prosecution in connection with all charges brought against him.

The Manager of Akonta Mining Company Limited was facing charges alongside four: Chairman Wontumi; Operations Manager of Akonta Mining, Kwadwo Owusu Bempah; and a co-director of the company, Kwame Antwi, who, along with Bempah, is currently said to be at large.

According to Edward Akuoko, none of the NPP bigwigs reached out to him when he was arrested along with Wontumi.

He noted that all the solidarity messages were aimed towards Chairman Wontumi and not him, which made him worried about the possibility of being jailed.

Edward Akuoko asserted that Wontumi, even if he is jailed, could be granted a presidential pardon when the NPP comes to power, while he would be left to rot in jail.

Speaking on Okay FM on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, Edward Akuoko explained his decision, “The day we went to court and we [Wontumi and I] were rearrested and placed in handcuffs, none of the big leaders in the party reached out to me or asked about me. Even attempts by people to show solidarity with Wontumi to secure his release, no one did the same for me. Did you ever hear of free Akuoko?”

“After securing bail, I was advised to agree to become a prosecution witness because I could otherwise be jailed. With Wontumi, even if he were jailed, he could be granted a presidential pardon when his party comes to power, while I would be left to my sad fate. I joined the prosecution witness out of personal interest. I will not lie against Wontumi, but I will speak my truth about the whole case,” he added.

Meanwhile, Lawyer Andy Appiah Kubi, Chairman Wontumi’s legal representative, has expressed disappointment over the AG’s decision to drop charges against the General Manager of Akonta Mining after he agreed to testify against Chairman Wontumi in court.

 According to Appiah Kubi, this move by the Attorney General indicates an intention to obstruct justice.

He argued that the way the Attorney General is  poaching his own accused persons suggests that there is an intent to undermine the cause of justice.

Speaking in an interview with TV3 on November 4, 2025, Appiah-Kubi stated, “… If the Attorney General, with all the materials and all the resources available to him, including human personnel, is just for him to only rely on the former accused person to prosecute a matter against one of the accused persons or some of the accused persons, and he thinks that justice may not be undermined, that is his decision.

I would have thought that his role as Minister of Justice would have persuaded him at all times to be careful that freedom and justice of the moment be served also on all the accused persons until they are proven guilty. The way that the Attorney General appears to be poaching his own accused persons suggests that there is an intent to undermine the cause of justice. We will resist the oppressor’s rule,” he said.

“We have just been served with the notice of withdrawal of the fourth accused person, so they have come under the rules of court and have every right to do so. We are going to prepare our case when they are ready. It doesn’t change our position. We have still pleaded not guilty, and we will come to prosecute the case religiously in the best of our professional expertise,” he added.

Meanwhile, Chairman Wontumi, the NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman, has had two mining cases adjourned.

Wontumi’s mining cases have been adjourned to November 12 and December 4, respectively.

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Mahama gov’t using state institutions as political weapons to silence critics – NPP

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Mahama gov’t using state institutions as political weapons to silence critics – NPP

The NPP’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, has accused the John Mahama government of using state institutions as political weapons to orchestrate harassment and intimidation against its members.

Justin Kodua, speaking at a press conference in Accra, lamented the Mahama government’s continuous interference in the work of the security agencies and sections of the judiciary.

According to Justin Kodua, state institutions, which are supposed to operate independently, have become political weapons used to silence critics and opposition voices.

Speaking at a press conference in Accra, the NPP’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, stated, “The party has held demonstrations and numerous press conferences reminding President John Mahama and his government that we are a nation of rule of law”.

“We have asked the NDC government to stop its continuous weaponisation of the state security and the judiciary against political opponents.”

He added that despite several appeals from the NPP, the government has remained deaf to calls for fairness.

Justin Kodua argued that Ghana’s democracy is being “slowly poisoned by the abuse of power.”

“It is increasingly concerning that the state security agencies continue to flout with impunity the Constitution of Ghana, particularly Article 14. Unfortunately, all our calls are falling on deaf ears, but as a party we shall not back down on our resolve to fight this injustice,” he emphasised.

Also, Sam Pyne, a former Ashanti Regional Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Kumasi Mayor, has warned the NDC-led government over their excessive bail conditions in recent corruption-related cases.

According to Sam Pyne, if such trends continue, the next NPP government might as well launch a One District, One EOCO Office initiative.

He further warned that when the NPP comes to power, the NDC appointees will have to bring the crucified Christ on the cross as their bail conditions.

Mr Pyne urged State authorities to be measured and fair in everything as they pursue justice.

He warned that excessive bail terms could erode public confidence in the legal process.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen on Tuesday, Sam Pyne stated, “With what is happening now, maybe when NPP comes into power, we’ll build EOCO offices in every district, office by office, department by department. The bail condition unless they bring the crucified Christ on the cross before they will be allowed to go”.

He further expressed worry about the over GH¢800 million bail imposed on the former NSA boss, whom he described as his own brother.  

“Imagine my own brother Osei Assibey’s GH¢800 million bail and six sureties to be justified. That is a lot. We may laugh about it, but it is no joke,” he moaned.

Mr Pyne explained that bail conditions should not be too punitive

“I believe bail conditions shouldn’t be punitive because we can even take people’s passports. There’s no way someone can travel with a passport or even apply for a new one without their biometric data showing up,” Mr Pyne explained.

His remarks come on the back of Osei-Assibey Antwi being granted bail in the sum of GHC800 million, with six sureties.

The case presided over by Justice Kizita Naa Koowa Quarshie on Thursday granted the accused a GHC800 million bail with six sureties required to provide landed property equivalent to the bail amount as security.

Osei-Assibey Antwi, as part of his bail condition, is expected to deposit all passports at the Court Registry. He has also been placed on a stop list pending.

More troubles for ex-GRA boss as CHRAJ bans him, orders AG to prosecute him

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More troubles for ex-GRA boss as CHRAJ bans him, orders AG to prosecute him

The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has ordered the prosecution of former Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah.

CHRAJ has referred the former GRA boss for prosecution after their probe found him culpable of procurement breaches in a vehicle supply contract.

Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah has been accused of corruption, fraud, and procurement breaches resulting in a financial loss of GHS 8,971,933.43 to the state.

CHRAJ has also banned the former GRA boss from holding any public office for five years

CHRAJ’s investigation follows a petition received in 2022 filed by the Movement for Truth and Accountability (MFTA).

The report noted that the contracts were inflated, fraudulent, duplication, and, in some cases, nonexistent contractors.

According to CHRAJ, despite the last-minute attempt by the petitioners to withdraw the complaint, they proceeded with the investigation, which revealed a financial loss to the state amounting to USD 826,551 round about GHS 8,971,933.43).

The CHRAJ report concluded that the former GRA boss presided over fraudulent and irregular contract awards to three companies.

The companies have been listed to us: Ronor Motors Ghana Limited, Telinno Ghana Limited, and Sajel Motors and Trading Company Limited.

CHRAJ also found that the companies involved were not tax compliant at the time, adding that two of the companies, Telinno Ghana Limited and Sajel Motors and Trading Company Limited, could not be traced.

Also, CHRAJ has urged the Board of the Public Procurement Authority to prohibit Sajel Motors Ltd and Telinno Ghana Ltd from engaging in any future business with the state.

They further urged  PPA to ensure strict enforcement of the Public Procurement Regulations, 2022 (L.I. 2466).

Meanwhile, the former GRA boss has also been fingered in the controversial revenue assurance contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and SML (Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited).

SML, which was contracted to perform the dubious auditing and revenue assurance services, is not licensed to perform the services, according to the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ghana. The company had no prior experience and lacked the capacity to perform the contracts, for which reason the PPA denied the approval on three separate occasions, but the GRA pushed through”.

In a detailed press briefing, Kissi Agyebeng revealed that the SML (Strategic Mobilization Ghana Limited), which aimed to provide revenue assurance services in the petroleum, mining, and liquid bulk distribution (LBD) sectors, lacked a legitimate operational requirement.

According to Kissi Agyabeng, both Ofori-Atta and SML management were criminally minded in their operations.

He emphasized that the OSPs’ investigation established that the SML contract was not grounded in any genuine operational need, adding that the payment made to SML was a misuse of public funds.

Kissi Agyabeng, addressing a press conference on Thursday, October 30, revealed that the Strategic Mobilization Ghana Limited (SML) lacked both the tools and technical competence to execute the audit and revenue assurance services that it was contracted to perform for the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

He highlighted that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) uncovered glaring statutory breaches, conflicts of interest, and unjustified payments.

Also, Kissi Agyebeng has announced that he will press charges against several individuals implicated in the controversial SML revenue assurance contracts.

The Special Prosecutor named, former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, former Commissioner-Generals of the GRA — Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah and Emmanuel Kofi Nti, also GRA officials, Isaac Crentsil, and Kwadwo Damoa. A former member of the Finance Ministry, Ernest Akore, is expected to be charged before the end of November 2025.

Five Chinese warehouses dealing in changfan production shut down by EPA

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Five Chinese warehouses dealing in changfan production shut down by EPA

The Chief Executive Officer of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Nana Ama Browne Klutse, has led her team to shut down five Chinese warehouses dealing in changfan production.

The information gathered suggests the warehouses were shut down at the Anwia Nkwanta in the Ashanti Region.

According to the EPA, the warehouses, which were registered as spare parts storage facilities, were discovered to contain hundreds of changfan machines..

Professor Klutse, speaking in an interview, revealed, the operation forms part of the EPA’s broader strategy to curb the devastating effects on Ghana’s water bodies, forests, and farmlands caused by galamsey.

The  Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) moves follow the announcement of the ban on the manufacturing, importation, sale, and use of “Changfan” machines.

According to the EPA, their decision stems from severe environmental destruction caused by illegal miners.

The EPA, in a statement, announced that the fabrication of Chanfan machines is being carried out without the necessary environmental permits.

They highlighted that while the fabrication and sale of the machines have provided income for some individuals, the destruction caused by illegal miners has led to widespread pollution of water bodies.

Part of the EPA statement read, “In exercise of the powers conferred on the Environmental Protection Authority under sections 3(2)(b) and 35 of the Environmental Protection Act, 2025 (Act 1124)… the following directive is hereby issued.

The directive prohibits the fabrication, importation, and use of Chanfan machines without an EPA permit. It further warns that “any workshops or shops found producing or selling these machines will be shut down, and all existing equipment will be seized and dismantled.”

The EPA, in their statement, ordered individuals, workshops, and establishments that deal in Chanfan machines to cease operations immediately.

Meanwhile, Prof Nana Ama Browne Klutse, Executive Director of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), has said Ghana will need US$200,000 to pilot nano nano-liquid technological solution to reverse the devastation caused by illegal mining (galamsey).

According to the Executive Director EPA, the dechemicalization solution, containing a copper-based ‘nano liquid,’ has been laboratory-tested and proven effective in purifying heavily contaminated rivers.

She revealed the EPA is looking at various options, including membrane-based purification.

Speaking on JOYNEWS The Probe, October 5, Prof. Nana Ama Browne Klutse explained, “I want to tell my fellow Ghanaians that there is still hope, because we are in a technology age”.

“Yes, there’s a nano liquid that is copper-based that can be used. That’s just one”.

She added, “We have tried this, which has been tested in Greece. I have seen for myself. We have done the test in the lab for the EPA and advised the government on this; we have tested it, and it works, and it’s doable.”

“To do pilots to show to Ghanaians and even the presidents that this is doable. We need 200,000 USD if I get it today, we will do the pilot for every Ghanaian to see that with the flowing river, this particular technology can be used.”

“We are looking at all of the options, and we will have to decide on the one that is more affordable, not just cheap affordable, because it’s effective and also cost-effective”, Prof Nana Ama Browne Klutse added.

“Unless they bring Jesus Christ, the number of people we will arrest when NPP wins power” – Sam Pyne warns NDC

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“Unless they bring Jesus Christ, the number of people we will arrest when NPP wins power” – Sam Pyne warns NDC

Sam Pyne, a Former Ashanti Regional Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and Kumasi Mayor, has warned the NDC-led government over their excessive bail conditions in recent corruption-related cases.

According to Sam Pyne, if such trends continue, the next NPP government might as well launch a One District, One EOCO Office initiative.

He further warned that when the NPP comes to power, the NDC appointees will have to bring the crucified Christ on the cross as their bail conditions.

Mr Pyne urged State authorities to be measured and fair in everything as they pursue justice.

He warned that excessive bail terms could erode public confidence in the legal process.

Speaking on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen on Tuesday, Sam Pyne stated, “With what is happening now, maybe when NPP comes into power, we’ll build EOCO offices in every district, office by office, department by department. The bail condition unless they bring the crucified Christ on the cross before they will be allowed to go”.

He further expressed worry about the over GH¢800 million bail imposed on the former NSA boss, whom he described as his own brother.  

“Imagine my own brother Osei Assibey’s GH¢800 million bail and six sureties to be justified. That is a lot. We may laugh about it, but it is no joke,” he moaned.

Mr Pyne explained that bail conditions should not be too punitive

“I believe bail conditions shouldn’t be punitive because we can even take people’s passports. There’s no way someone can travel with a passport or even apply for a new one without their biometric data showing up,” Mr Pyne explained.

His remarks come on the back of Osei-Assibey Antwi being granted bail in the sum of GHC800 million, with six sureties.

The case presided over by Justice Kizita Naa Koowa Quarshie on Thursday granted the accused a GHC800 million bail with six sureties required to provide landed property equivalent to the bail amount as security.

Osei-Assibey Antwi, as part of his bail condition, is expected to deposit all passports at the Court Registry. He has also been placed on a stop list pending.

Sam Pyne’s remarks have since triggered widespread reactions online, with netizens saying, “When we say it’s NPP folks who destroy Ghana, some people will not let us think. See this man saying it clearly. He doesn’t care whether those being arrested have indeed been corrupt or have stolen from the country. Tweaaa”.

Another netizen added, “NPP can choose to establish CIA offices in the sky. The political gangs will be dealt with appropriately according to the law. What has NPP not done in the past 8 years?”

“Yeah, make u guys arrest your body. Instead of saying, “we will make sure there’s no corruption”, you’re thinking of reciprocating arrests. That means you go still chop wana money, vim!”, one more netizen added.

One more Ghanaian wrote, “We have these men as our mentors and leaders?  They could even choose to build them in homes if they wish. Every leader who accepts a public position in government must understand that accountability comes with the role. When you lead, you must also answer”.

“So does he mean those who have embezzled public funds should be allowed to get away with the crime? Just because they’re his party members?

Blind loyalty to any political party will make you blind to the meaning of your own words”, another netizen quizzed.

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CHRAJ indicts former GRA Boss Rev Ammishaddai for causing GHC 8.97m loss to state

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CHRAJ indicts former GRA Boss Rev Ammishaddai for causing GHC 8.97m loss to state

The Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) has indicted former GRA boss Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah for causing GHC 8.97 million loss to the state.

Rev Ammishaddai has been found culpable of procurement breaches in a vehicle supply contract.

CHRAJ further refered him and three companies to A-G for prosecution.

The CHRAJ report concluded that the former GRA boss presided over fraudulent and irregular contract awards to three companies.

The companies have been listed to us: Ronor Motors Ghana Limited, Telinno Ghana Limited, and Sajel Motors and Trading Company Limited.

CHRAJ’s investigation follows a petition received in 2022 filed by the Movement for Truth and Accountability (MFTA).

The report noted that the contracts were inflated, fraudulent, duplication, and, in some cases, nonexistent contractors.

According to CHRAJ, despite the last-minute attempt by the petitioners to withdraw the complaint, they proceeded with the investigation, which revealed a financial loss to the state amounting to USD 826,551 round about GHS 8,971,933.43).

CHRAJ also found that the companies involved were not tax compliant at the time, adding that two of the companies, Telinno Ghana Limited and Sajel Motors and Trading Company Limited, could not be traced.

Meanwhile, the former GRA boss has also been fingered in the controversial revenue assurance contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and SML (Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited).

SML, which was contracted to perform the dubious auditing and revenue assurance services, is not licensed to perform the services, according to the Institute of Chartered Accountants in Ghana. The company had no prior experience and lacked the capacity to perform the contracts, for which reason the PPA denied the approval on three separate occasions, but the GRA pushed through”.

In a detailed press briefing, Kissi Agyebeng revealed that the SML (Strategic Mobilization Ghana Limited), which aimed to provide revenue assurance services in the petroleum, mining, and liquid bulk distribution (LBD) sectors, lacked a legitimate operational requirement.

According to Kissi Agyabeng, both Ofori-Atta and SML management were criminally minded in their operations.

He emphasized that the OSPs’ investigation established that the SML contract was not grounded in any genuine operational need, adding that the payment made to SML was a misuse of public funds.

Kissi Agyabeng, addressing a press conference on Thursday, October 30, revealed that the Strategic Mobilization Ghana Limited (SML) lacked both the tools and technical competence to execute the audit and revenue assurance services that it was contracted to perform for the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA).

He highlighted that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) uncovered glaring statutory breaches, conflicts of interest, and unjustified payments.

Also, Kissi Agyebeng has announced that he will press charges against several individuals implicated in the controversial SML revenue assurance contracts.

The Special Prosecutor named, former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, former Commissioner-Generals of the GRA — Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah and Emmanuel Kofi Nti, also GRA officials, Isaac Crentsil, and Kwadwo Damoa. A former member of the Finance Ministry, Ernest Akore, is expected to be charged before the end of November 2025.

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“Everyone should go out, we’re locking this place” – MCE kicks out China Mall patrons

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“Everyone should go out, we’re locking this place” – MCE kicks out China Mall patrons

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Ledzokuku Municipal Assembly has ordered the immediate closure of the China Mall in the municipality.

In a viral video, the Ledzokuku MCE was heard ordering everyone to go out, as they were locking the place.

According to reports, the MCE gave staff and customers just 10 minutes to vacate the premises over unpaid property rates.

However, there was a heated confrontation between members of the Ledzokuku Constituency Municipal Assembly, led by their MCE, Isreal Adjetey, and some senior staff of the China Mall in the area, following the instruction to all workers to vacate the mall and close it down due to unpaid permit fees.

A viral video that surfaced on social media on November 5, 2025, captured the Ledzokuku MCE and some task force members in a heated confrontation at the China Mall.

“We are locking this place because you have not paid. Can I go and do this in your country? You can be here for 100 years, but you have to pay,” she said.

The foreign national at the China Mall stated, “We can discuss this, but you can’t tell me to go out. I have been here for 15 years. Why are you talking like that, madam? Every year, we pay for everything”.

Some Ghanaians have reacted to the video expressing mixed opinions about the confrontation, saying, “Let’s charge him and the company if we think they have flouted any of our laws, but her behaviour was most unfortunate and unprofessional, especially since the MCE was leading the charge and present. For crying out loud, allow him to lead the confrontation.

And I don’t know why most of these appointees and political actors have adopted the paparazzi style of working. It’s really worrying. Why can’t we just work in silence?”.

A netizen also wrote, “Favourite line of Ghanaian regulators to foreigners: “Can I go and do this in your country?”

“You don’t treat foreign business like enemies, summon the company heads to your office or court, you don’t barge in to demand a closing of business, what kind of village showmanship is this?”, another Ghanaian wrote.

“No sense of diplomacy any more oo, right now everyone wants to be seen to be doing their job, and in Ghana, the more you shout, the more you are seen to be doing your job. Sam George is on my mind”, one more X user added.

“I wish they could channel their energy into the salaries of an average worker in Ghana, especially those working at the malls.

Most salaries are low income, and the most painful part is that you’re overused and spend almost your lifetime at work, including holidays”, one more netizen added.

An X user also commented, “This is not the best, madam. Why shouting like this? Like he said, they pay every year, and it’s one month to the end of the year, so you could have talked to him politely and advised him to pay on time to avoid any inconvenience. At least he has reduced unemployment in the country”.

“I don’t agree with this approach. Have they been served a warning letter or cautioned about the unpaid debts? If not, the user duly summons the in charge and has an engagement with them to find a solution forward, but not to outburst in public like they are thieves operating the mall”, A netizen added.

Additionally, another netizen added, “Someone owes you, just approach them calmly and respectfully. Remind them politely, focus on facts, and seek a solution. No need to turn somebody’s office into a drama theatre.

Precise how many Ghanaian shops by the roadside and markets even pay the permit fee”.

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“OSP didn’t watch Ofori-Atta leave; we were powerless” – Kissi Agyebeng

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“OSP didn’t watch Ofori-Atta leave; we were powerless” – Kissi Agyebeng

Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, has admitted that the Office of the Special Prosecutor was powerless under the former Akufo-Addo government.

The Special Prosecutor revealed that the OSP saw former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta leaving Ghana after the 2024 elections, but they were powerless.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the OSP lacked the operational backing required to enforce any travel restrictions.

Speaking KSM Show, Kissi Agyebeng clarified, “We didn’t watch him leave; we were powerless, that is the truth. We saw him leave, but we couldn’t prevent him from leaving the airport.

We don’t control the airport, we don’t control the exit point. Let’s face facts, before John Dramani Mahama was sworn in on 7th January, Nana Akufo-Addo was the president, that was his cousin.

Now we can rely on the Ghana Immigration Service to block someone, but at the time he left, you call up Immigration, no one will bother to respond to you”, he added.

He further added, “When he left, the President was Nana Addo Danquah Akufo-Addo at the time he left. We were not getting the cooperation at the time from other security agencies”.

“National Security, no (cooperation at the time), situation is different now, National Signal Bureau, no, at the time, the situation is different now, National Intelligence Bureau, zero, at the time, the situation is different now, I mean the security set up was against the OSP, so we will not be able to perform our job, this was the situation,” he disclosed.

His remarks follow the backlash the OSP has been receiving for allowing Ken Ofori-Atta to leave Ghana, particularly from private Legal Practitioner, Martin Kpebu.

Lawyer Kpebu highlighted that Ken Ofori-Atta may be signing contracts to sell off his assets, including Databank, since he has no intention of returning to Ghana.

Speaking on TV3’s Key Point, Lawyer Kpebu stated, “The key thing we have to watch is that right now, we’ve not been able to freeze Mr Ofori-Atta’s assets, as we are talking about right now, it’s even possible that he is signing agreements to sell their shares in Data Bank, his share in Enterprise Insurance.

There are many assets he has. That is where our target should be. So we need this case to enter court quickly. And just before we enter, the law allows OSP to freeze their assets and then, after about two weeks, go back into court and get a longer duration for freezing their asset”.

He added, “So this is very key, very, very key. That’s why I’ve been saying that Kissi Agyebeng has been very incompetent in this Ofori Atta case. You know the man has many man-assets in Ghana. Manasseh did this work for one year, from December 2022 to December 2023.

When Manasseh presented a petition to the OSP, Manasseh and then Aziamu Mensah and Adobea, the other lady, three journalists. So this petition against Ofori-Atta and co was presented in December 2023. By December 2024, OSP had had these petitions for one year. One year, an OSP sat on his hands, pussyfooting Kukwasa. So much so that now we believe this is criminal negligence”.

Meanwhile, Manasseh Azure Awuni, an investigative journalist, has revealed he heard Ghana’s embattled former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, will never come back to the country.

According to Manasseh Azure Awuni, he heard from someone close to Ken Ofori-Atta that he’s never coming back to Ghana.

The investigative journalist is quoted by GHOne TV as having stated, “I heard from someone close to Ken Ofori-Atta about three or four months ago that he’s never coming back to Ghana”.

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“Your petition against Abena Osei-Asare, dead on arrival” – Osei Nyarko tells A Plus

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“Your petition against Abena Osei-Asare, dead on arrival” – Osei Nyarko tells A Plus

Kennedy Osei Nyarko, the Member of Parliament for Akim Swedru, has told the Gomoa Central MP Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, that his petition against Abena Osei-Asare is dead on arrival.

The Akim Swedru MP advised A Plus to withdraw his petition seeking the removal of Abena Osei-Asare as Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

According to Kennedy Osei Nyarko, A Plus should take his time and learn the parliamentary rules and procedures properly.

He schooled Kwame A-Plus that the Speaker has no powers to remove any Member of Parliament from any committee, adding that only the leadership of the caucuses, through the Committee of Selection, can make changes to committee leadership.

In a Facebook post responding to A Plus’ petition, Kennedy Osei Nyarko wrote, “My colleague A Plus should take his time to learn the parliamentary rules and procedures properly”.

 “He should know and understand that the Speaker has no powers to remove any Member of Parliament from any committee — not even the Leader of Government Business in the House has such powers.”

He added, “His petition to the Speaker to remove Hon. Abena Osei-Asare is dead on arrival.”

Hon Osei Nyarko further urged A Plus to immediately withdraw the request “to avoid any embarrassment to himself.”

His remarks follow A-plus submitting a formal petition to the Speaker of Parliament calling for the removal of Hon. Abena Osei Asare as Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

In his petition, Kwame A-Plus argued that Hon. Abena Osei Asare’s previous position as Deputy Minister of Finance, along with her alleged involvement in or connections to contracts awarded during the tenure of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, presents a potential conflict of interest.

He further argued that it creates a conflict of interest and weakens the committee’s credibility.

According to Kwame A-Plus, it is morally indefensible for Abena Osei Asare to preside over a Committee that demands accountability from newly appointed officials.

The Gomoa MP’s statement read, “The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) remains one of Parliament’s most critical instruments for ensuring transparency, accountability, and the responsible use of public funds. It is, therefore, deeply concerning that Hon. Abena Osei Asare, former Deputy Minister of Finance, now serves as the Chairperson of this important Committee”.

He further detailed, “Her close association with the Ministry of Finance during the tenure of Hon. Ken Ofori-Atta: – a period defined by reckless borrowing, fiscal indiscipline, and multiple controversial contracts- undermines the credibility of her leadership. These include the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) contract, the ECG-Beijing Jao Loss Reduction agreement, and the Service Ghana Auto Limited ambulance procurement deal, all of which are currently under investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

Furthermore, her public defence of the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah, when he refused to disclose his age, raises serious doubts about her commitment to transparency and accountability.

Rt Hon. Speaker, it is morally indefensible for Hon. Abena Osei Asare to preside over a Committee that demands accountability from newly appointed officials on matters that occurred under her direct watch as Deputy Minister of Finance. Such a situation not only compromises the impartiality of the Public Accounts Committee but also diminishes public trust in Parliament’s oversight role”.

His petition added, “It is inappropriate, and indeed inconsistent with the ethical standards of parliamentary oversight, for someone so deeply tied to the very administration and financial irregularities under review to preside over hearings demanding accountability from others. Such a posture erodes public confidence and brings the image of Parliament into disrepute.

In view of the foregoing, I respectfully urge your esteemed office to take immediate steps to support the removal of Hon. Abena Osei Asare as Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee to safeguard the integrity, impartiality, and moral authority of both the Committee and Parliament as an institution”.

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Gifty Oware ready to snitch on Osei Assibey to save herself – Blakk Rasta drops bombshell

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Gifty Oware ready to snitch on Osei Assibey to save herself – Blakk Rasta drops bombshell

Blakk Rasta, a Radio and Television personality, has dropped a bombshell about the former  Deputy Executive Director of the NSA, Gifty Oware-Mensah.

According to Blakk Rasta, Gifty Oware-Mensah ran to the Attorney General, kneeling on her feet and begging the AG to have mercy on her and vowed to repay all the stolen money.

Blakk Rasta claimed that the former deputy NSA boss also told the Attorney General she is ready to pay for all she and her husband stole and also ‘sing like a bird’ against his former boss, Osei Assibey Antwi.

The controversial musician and presenter Blakk Rasta shared this on his show The Black Pot.

Speaking on his show, the Black Pot, Blakk Rasta alleged, “Gifty Oware was hot, you know what she did, and this is exclusive, she ran all the way to the Attorney General, knelt on the ground, and begged the Attorney General and said ‘ I am wrong, I am sorry for whatever I did, I don’t want to go to jail, me and my husband, are going to pay for what ever money we have stolen’”.

Blakk Rasta added, “After paying the money, I am ready to tell the whole story about my boss Osei Assibey Antwi, everything he has stolen, everything we did together to steal the Ghaanain people’s money. That was the plea deal”.

Meanwhile, in court, Gifty Oware-Mensah pleaded not guilty to five charges levelled against her by the Attorney General.

The former NSA Deputy Executive Director pleaded not guilty to five charges, including stealing and money laundering, in the ₵38 million ghost names scandal.

She made her court appearance at the Accra High Court on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

Gifty Oware-Mensah was granted a GH¢10 million bail with three sureties in connection with the NSA ghost names scandal.

As part of her bail conditions, Gifty Oware-Mensah has been ordered to deposit all her passports and has been placed on a stop list at all entry and exit points in the country.

The case has been adjourned to November 25, 2025.

Background

Gifty Oware-Mensah, who was a Deputy Director-General of the National Service Authority, has been charged with stealing and willfully causing financial loss to the state.

The Attorney-General’s Department alleged Gifty Oware-Mensah misappropriated a total of GH¢38,458,248.87 between February 2022 and March 2024, overseeing finance, audit, and procurement at the NSA.

According to prosecutors, she dishonestly transferred GH¢31.5 million from a loan facility meant to support National Service Personnel into her private company accounts.

The said money was under the pretext of supplying goods on a hire-purchase basis; however, investigation revealed no such goods were supplied, and the names used to secure the loan were ghost names from the NSA’s internal system.

AG also alleged, “Out of the money received, the accused transferred GH¢22,925,518,69 to Amaecom Global Company of which she was a director, and the remaining amount to three other companies.”

Gifty Oware-Mensah’s charges include “Stealing GH¢31,502,091.40 belonging to the National Service Authority. Willfully causing financial loss to the state through the fake hire-purchase arrangement, Abuse of public office for personal gain and Money laundering through the transfer of funds into personal and affiliated accounts”.

Also, the Auditor-General’s report has revealed how  Gifty Oware-Mensah for unlawfully enrolled as a National Service Person (NSP).

Gifty Oware-Mensah enrolled as a National Service Person while simultaneously serving as a full-time salaried public officer.

According to the technical and forensic audit, Gifty Oware-Mensah, between the 2021/2022 service year, was manually added to the NSS payroll despite holding an executive position.

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“Attack on NAIMOS officials most worrying” – Speaker Bagbin vows not to shield wrongdoers

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“Attack on NAIMOS officials most worrying” – Speaker Bagbin vows not to shield wrongdoers

Alban Bagbin, the Speaker of Parliament, has condemned the attack on officials of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS).

According to Alban Bagbin, Parliament will not protect any MP found guilty of misconduct.

Speaker Bagbin described the two Members of Parliament’s alleged involvement in the attack on NAIMOS as most worrying.

Speaking on the floor of parliament on Tuesday, Alban Bagbin stated, “The report of attacks on a team from the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat, a task force established to combat illegal mining activities in the country, is most worrying”.

“Also worrying is the fact that the attack was allegedly incited by one of our own, the Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, who further roped in a senior member of this House, Honourable Collins Dauda.”

He further added, “I want to take this opportunity to condemn in no uncertain terms the attack on the team of security officers who have been assigned to help deal with the menace of galamsey, which must be addressed robustly”.

“I have therefore instructed the Office of the Clerk and the Legal Services Office to provide all necessary support to the Ghana Police Service in its investigations, within the framework of the 1992 Constitution, the laws of this country, and the Standing Orders of the House.”

A police statement on the attack on the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) near Bronikrom–Hwidiem read, “Preliminary investigation has established that on Saturday, 1st November 2025, the NAIMOS Director and his team intercepted illegal miners operating near Bronikrom in the Ahafo Region and arrested some suspects. Exhibits retrieved from them include a side-hang bag containing one (1) Smith & Wesson pistol, two (2) pistol magazines, twenty-one (21) rounds of 9mm ammunition, an unregistered Range Rover vehicle, an unregistered Toyota RAV4 vehicle and several mobile phones.

While the team were preparing to hand over the suspects to the Hwidiem Police Station, the MP reportedly arrived with a group of men and demanded their release. When his demand was refused, the group forcibly removed the suspects’ handcuffs and chased the NAIMOS team from the scene.

A mob numbering about 600, allegedly incited by the MP, later besieged the Hwidien Police Station, demanding the release of the miners and seized vehicles. The crowd vandalised the Director’s vehicle, damaged parts of the police station, and threatened to set it ablaze. Reinforcement teams from the Ahafo Regional Command were deployed to restore order and prevent further destruction”.

Meanwhile, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the  Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, has been granted bail of GH¢150,000.

The lawmaker has also been barred by the court from leaving the Greater Accra Region without notifying investigators.

The Asutifi North MP was arraigned on Tuesday, 4th November 2025.

He is to report to investigators once every two weeks until the order is reversed or the trial begins.

The MP was also warned against any conduct that would frustrate the ongoing investigation.

The prosecution by Chief Inspector Alex Odonkor, citing videos circulating on social media, alleged and argued that the lawmaker could use his influence to interfere with investigations.

However, the defence opposed the prosecution’s request for remand, arguing that the accused is innocent until proven guilty.

Ebenezer Kwaku Addo Addo was granted bail by the court and is set to reappear on December 1, 2025.

Meanwhile, other accused persons, including Zakaria Yakubu, one Alex, and others, are currently on the run.

Watch Ledzokuku MCE face off with China Mall owners over unpaid property rates

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Watch Ledzokuku MCE face off with China Mall owners over unpaid property rates

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Ledzokuku Municipal Assembly has ordered the immediate closure of the China Mall in the municipality.

According to reports, the MCE gave staff and customers just 10 minutes to vacate the premises over unpaid property rates.

However, there was a heated confrontation between members of the Ledzokuku Constituency Municipal Assembly, led by their MCE, Isreal Adjetey, and some senior staff of the China Mall in the area, following the instruction to all workers to vacate the mall and close it down due to unpaid permit fees.

A viral video that surfaced on social media on November 5, 2025, captured the Ledzokuku MCE and some task force members in a heated confrontation at the China Mall.

“We are locking this place because you have not paid. Can I go and do this in your country? You can be here for 100 years, but you have to pay,” she said.

The foreign national at the China Mall stated, “We can discuss this, but you can’t tell me to go out. I have been here for 15 years. Why are you talking like that, madam? Every year, we pay for everything”.

Some Ghanaians have reacted to the video expressing mixed opinions about the confrontation, saying, “Let’s charge him and the company if we think they have flouted any of our laws, but her behaviour was most unfortunate and unprofessional, especially since the MCE was leading the charge and present. For crying out loud, allow him to lead the confrontation.

And I don’t know why most of these appointees and political actors have adopted the paparazzi style of working. It’s really worrying. Why can’t we just work in silence?”.

A netizen also wrote, “Favourite line of Ghanaian regulators to foreigners: “Can I go and do this in your country?”

“You don’t treat foreign business like enemies, summon the company heads to your office or court, you don’t barge in to demand a closing of business, what kind of village showmanship is this?”, another Ghanaian wrote.

“No sense of diplomacy any more oo, right now everyone wants to be seen to be doing their job, and in Ghana, the more you shout, the more you are seen to be doing your job. Sam George is on my mind”, one more X user added.

“I wish they could channel their energy into the salaries of an average worker in Ghana, especially those working at the malls.

Most salaries are low income, and the most painful part is that you’re overused and spend almost your lifetime at work, including holidays”, one more netizen added.

An X user also commented, “This is not the best, madam. Why shouting like this? Like he said, they pay every year, and it’s one month to the end of the year, so you could have talked to him politely and advised him to pay on time to avoid any inconvenience. At least he has reduced unemployment in the country”.

“I don’t agree with this approach. Have they been served a warning letter or cautioned about the unpaid debts? If not, the user duly summons the in charge and has an engagement with them to find a solution forward, but not to outburst in public like they are thieves operating the mall”, A netizen added.

Additionally, another netizen added, “Someone owes you, just approach them calmly and respectfully. Remind them politely, focus on facts, and seek a solution. No need to turn somebody’s office into a drama theatre.

Precise how many Ghanaian shops by the roadside and markets even pay the permit fee”.

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Police nab man for allegedly sodomising a 7-year-old boy in Mankessim

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Police nab man for allegedly sodomising a 7-year-old boy in Mankessim

The Police in Mankessim have arrested a 22-year-old man, identified as Kweku, for allegedly sodomising a 7-year-old boy.

The 7-year-old boy has been identified as Calib Takyi in the Nananom suburb.

In a post shared by GHOne TV on Tuesday, November 4, 2025, wrote, “Police in Mankessim have arrested a 22-year-old man, identified as Kweku, for allegedly sodomising a 7-year-old boy, Calib Takyi, in the Nananom suburb.

According to the victim’s father, he was called while returning from church and informed that the suspect had been caught in the act. Upon arrival, Kweku reportedly admitted to the offence.

The child was taken to the Roman Hospital and later referred to the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital for further medical examination”.

Meanwhile, Ghanaians have reacted to the disheartening news, saying, “Let’s continue to lie to ourselves that sexually abusing and exploiting kids is not a menace in our country and society. Let’s hope it doesn’t fall at your doorstep until then, let’s continue to deny it”.

“How much is Ashawo for Mankessim? That idiot should do life as the law specifies, it’s a criminal felony, without consent, even makes it worse”, a netizen added.

“Niggas will just wake up and decide to disgrace the male gender. Feminists and misandrists will see this and start insulting all of us”, one more netizen wrote.

In related news, the Headmaster, Mr Isaac Dunkwa of Prevailing Academy in the Western Region, has been arrested for allegedly impregnating an underage student.

According to reports, he attempted to conceal the act by persuading a male student to take responsibility for the pregnancy in order to evade legal consequences.

A JHS graduate of the school speaking in the video stated, “I was called by the headteacher to come to his house one Saturday. He told me there was a serious issue. He had impregnated a girl, and I was asked to take responsibility so that it could be settled at home.

I later called the girl’s family, and her father invited me to his house. Later, I heard the teacher had been arrested at the Sekondi Police Station. He was later granted bail”.

The female student further alleged that the headteacher, who sexually abused her on several occasions, tried to abort the pregnancy.

“He took me to a pharmacy and got some drugs, he asked me to swallow the pills, and also insert some,” she stated in the viral video.

Also, Godwin Adigbli, a 45-year-old French teacher at the Labone Senior High School, is facing charges of indecent assault.

The Labone French teacher has been accused of allegedly molesting a female student of the school.

Godwin Adigbli, in court, pleaded not guilty to the charge and was granted bail of GHC 50,000 with two sureties.

The  Labone French teacher was arrested on September 1, 2025, after the incident was reported to school authorities.

On Wednesday, October 22, 2025, lawyers of the Labone SHS French teacher pleaded for bail for the accused. The prosecution did not oppose the bail application.

The court granted the French teacher a GHC50,000 bail with two sureties to be justified.

He has also been ordered to report to the Police every two weeks at the Cantonment Police station.

Meanwhile, the case has been adjourned to December 10, with the presiding judge ordering the prosecution to file their disclosures before the next hearing.

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Watch purported NPP man busted at Alisa Hotel with an alleged substance suspected to be weed

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Watch purported NPP man busted at Alisa Hotel with an alleged substance suspected to be weed

An individual believed to be a New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporter has been arrested at the Alisa Hotel after security officers allegedly found a substance suspected to be weed on him.

According to reports, the suspect, who is said to have posed as a blogger, was spotted filming and taking photos during the Ministry of Local Government’s orientation program on the 24-hour economy model market.

A meeting which was attended by Regional Ministers, MMDCEs, and officials from various MMDAs.

Reports suggest his unusual conduct reportedly raised suspicion, prompting security personnel to question him, which led to a search that was later conducted, leading to the discovery of the suspected substance in his possession.

Speaking in the viral video, a man narrated the situation, “ He is an NPP strong member, he entered our meeting, where we had ministers and MPs here in a meeting. He was making a video of the Regional Minister, so we got him arrested and brought him here.

He is holding weed and some other items, and holding plans, and came here as if he was part of the meeting”, he added.

The video has since triggered widespread reactions online, with netizens expressing their opinions, saying, “Besides the weed, the man does not do anything, and how did they know to randomly search him? This is screaming foul play”.

One more netizen added, “It can be a framed-up thing. I was once stopped, and a police officer dropped a weed in my car to frame me up. He didn’t know I was recording him with my eyeglasses; later, he ended up begging when I told him. We’re going to court and I will deal with him”.

“Lol, what is the name of this movie, cuz these politicians are playing with the Ghanaian day poor people will realise these people are just playing with your mind, then it’s too late”, another X user added.

“Someone has committed a crime, and we are quick to associate him with a political party. What does that crime have to do with the party he’s affiliated with? Like”, one more netizen added.

One more netizen added, “Settings nkoaa eeeiii NDC government. How can you just arrest someone and immediately tag him as an NPP member? Critical thinking is a level 100 course I did at UG”.

Additionally, another X user wrote, “This country will continue to be like this forever. An individual has committed a crime; instead of treating it like a crime, you’re tagging a political party. Wtf has politics got to do with this? Must everything be treated as a political issue in this country?”

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Mahama orders Auditor-General to conduct a forensic audit into the 13th African Games spending

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Mahama orders Auditor-General to conduct a forensic audit into the 13th African Games spending

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

“Specifically, the review will focus on:

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

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

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

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

Meanwhile, the Attorney General, speaking at the press briefing on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, revealed that investigations are still ongoing in respect to the All-African Games.

The African Games, held from March 8 to 23, 2024, drew public criticism over its expenditure of more than $195 million on infrastructure and an additional $46 million reportedly needed for operational costs.

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Asutifi North MP granted GHS150k bail, barred from travelling outside Accra

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Asutifi North MP granted GHS150k bail, barred from travelling outside Accra

Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the  Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, has been granted bail of GH¢150,000.

The lawmaker has also been barred by the court from leaving the Greater Accra Region without notifying investigators.

The Asutifi North MP was arraigned on Tuesday, 4th November 2025.

He is to report to investigators once every two weeks until the order is reversed or the trial begins.

The MP was also warned against any conduct that would frustrate the ongoing investigation.

The prosecution by Chief Inspector Alex Odonkor, citing videos circulating on social media, alleged and argued that the lawmaker could use his influence to interfere with investigations.

However, the defence opposed the prosecution’s request for remand, arguing that the accused is innocent until proven guilty.

Ebenezer Kwaku Addo Addo was granted bail by the court and is set to reappear on December 1, 2025.

Meanwhile, other accused persons, including Zakaria Yakubu, one Alex, and others, are currently on the run.

A police statement on the attack on the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) near Bronikrom–Hwidiem read, “Preliminary investigation has established that on Saturday, 1st November 2025, the NAIMOS Director and his team intercepted illegal miners operating near Bronikrom in the Ahafo Region and arrested some suspects. Exhibits retrieved from them include a side-hang bag containing one (1) Smith & Wesson pistol, two (2) pistol magazines, twenty-one (21) rounds of 9mm ammunition, an unregistered Range Rover vehicle, an unregistered Toyota RAV4 vehicle and several mobile phones.

While the team were preparing to hand over the suspects to the Hwidiem Police Station, the MP reportedly arrived with a group of men and demanded their release. When his demand was refused, the group forcibly removed the suspects’ handcuffs and chased the NAIMOS team from the scene.

A mob numbering about 600, allegedly incited by the MP, later besieged the Hwidien Police Station, demanding the release of the miners and seized vehicles. The crowd vandalised the Director’s vehicle, damaged parts of the police station, and threatened to set it ablaze. Reinforcement teams from the Ahafo Regional Command were deployed to restore order and prevent further destruction”.

Furthermore, Ebenezer Kwaku Addo, the Member of Parliament for Asutifi North, has broken his silence regarding the confrontation between some residents and members of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) task force.

According to him, under no circumstances will he incite the youth against security officers and any government-planned agenda.

“I wish to state that under no circumstances will I incite the youth against security officers and any government-planned agenda.

As a responsible lawmaker, I offered my support to ensure there is calmness in the area and will always work together with every security agency to maintain law and order”, he added.

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OSP freezes GH¢100 million assets in NPA scandal case

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OSP freezes GH¢100 million assets in NPA scandal case

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has announced the seizure of assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and US$100,000 in the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) scandal case.  

The OSP made this known in a sharp reply to a viral video of the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, who referred to the OSP case against him as useless.

A post by the OSP on social media detailed the facts behind his prosecution and why the State considers the case both serious and substantial.

In a viral video shared on social media, Mustapha Abdul Hamid was spotted in a very happy mood as he greeted some people at the courthouse.

Speaking to some media at the Accra High Court on November 4, 2025, Abdul-Hamid boldly stated, “I came to support my friend Wontumi. Me, my matter is useless. There is nothing in it”.

The former NPA boss stated before proceeding to enter his vehicle.

In a sharp rebuttal, the OSP wrote, “Following a video in which the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, dismissed his ongoing criminal case as ‘useless,’ it is important to restate the facts behind his prosecution and why the State considers the case both serious and substantial.

Dr Abdul-Hamid, the first accused, is standing trial before the Criminal High Court in Accra on several counts of serious corruption and financial crimes”.

It further detailed the facts regarding his cases, “These include:

*Conspiracy to Commit Extortion by a Public Officer– jointly with two NPA officials, accused of plotting to extort GH¢291,574,087.19 and US$332,407.47 from bulk oil transporters and oil marketing companies between December 2022 and December 2024.

*Two Counts of Extortion by a Public Officer– an unlawful receipt of GH¢24 million and  GH¢230,000 from oil transporters and haulage companies under the guise of official duties.

*Two Counts of Using Public Office for Profit– accused of abusing his office as NPA Chief Executive for private gain, unlawfully enriching himself with GH¢24 million and  GH¢230,000.

*Money Laundering– found to be in possession of GH¢15,343,251.29, an amount disproportionate to his known legitimate income and suspected to be proceeds of crime.

In total, Dr Abdul-Hamid is alleged to have played a leading role in a grand extortion and laundering scheme that caused the State and petroleum sector losses exceeding  GH¢291 million and over US$330,000”.

The OSP also revealed that Mustpha Hamid’s assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and US$100,000 have already been seized and frozen.

“The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has already seized and frozen assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and over US$100,000, with additional assets under active tracing. These actions are based on strong documentary, banking, and transaction evidence linking the proceeds to the alleged offences.

This case represents a major step in protecting public funds, ensuring accountability in the petroleum sector, and affirming that no public official is above the law. The seriousness of the charges and the scale of the alleged losses make this prosecution a critical test of Ghana’s commitment to fighting corruption”.

The statement concluded by adding that the case has been adjourned to Thursday, November 13, 2025, for the next court hearing.

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“It is morally indefensible” –  A Plus says as he petitions Speaker to sack Abena Osei-Asare as PAC Chair

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“It is morally indefensible” –  A Plus says as he petitions Speaker to sack Abena Osei-Asare as PAC Chair

Member of Parliament for Gomoa, Hon Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A-plus, has submitted a formal petition to the Speaker of Parliament calling for the removal of Hon. Abena Osei Asare as Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

In his petition, Kwame A-Plus argued that Hon. Abena Osei Asare’s previous position as Deputy Minister of Finance, along with her alleged involvement in or connections to contracts awarded during the tenure of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, presents a potential conflict of interest.

He further argued that it creates a conflict of interest and weakens the committee’s credibility.

According to Kwame A-Plus, it is morally indefensible for Abena Osei Asare to preside over a Committee that demands accountability from newly appointed officials.

The Gomoa MP’s statement read, “Rt. Hon. Speaker, I respectfully write to draw your kind attention to a matter that concerns the integrity and dignity of Parliament and the confidence that citizens repose in its oversight responsibilities.

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) remains one of Parliament’s most critical instruments for ensuring transparency, accountability, and the responsible use of public funds. It is, therefore, deeply concerning that Hon. Abena Osei Asare, former Deputy Minister of Finance, now serves as the Chairperson of this important Committee”.

He further detailed, “Her close association with the Ministry of Finance during the tenure of Hon. Ken Ofori-Atta: – a period defined by reckless borrowing, fiscal indiscipline, and multiple controversial contracts- undermines the credibility of her leadership. These include the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) contract, the ECG-Beijing Jao Loss Reduction agreement, and the Service Ghana Auto Limited ambulance procurement deal, all of which are currently under investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP).

Furthermore, her public defence of the Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority, Rev. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah, when he refused to disclose his age, raises serious doubts about her commitment to transparency and accountability.

Rt Hon. Speaker, it is morally indefensible for Hon. Abena Osei Asare to preside over a Committee that demands accountability from newly appointed officials on matters that occurred under her direct watch as Deputy Minister of Finance. Such a situation not only compromises the impartiality of the Public Accounts Committee but also diminishes public trust in Parliament’s oversight role”.

His petition added, “It is inappropriate, and indeed inconsistent with the ethical standards of parliamentary oversight, for someone so deeply tied to the very administration and financial irregularities under review to preside over hearings demanding accountability from others. Such a posture erodes public confidence and brings the image of Parliament into disrepute.

In view of the foregoing, I respectfully urge your esteemed office to take immediate steps to support the removal of Hon. Abena Osei Asare as Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee to safeguard the integrity, impartiality, and moral authority of both the Committee and Parliament as an institution”.

Meanwhile, Kwame A-Plus had earlier fired shots at the Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Abena Osei-Asare.

According to Kwame A-Plus, what ethical framework allows Abena Osei-Asare, who served as Deputy Minister of Finance under the previous administration, to challenge others on accountability?

A Plus argued that Abena Osei Asare was not just an observer but an integral part of an administration that oversaw economic decline.

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“I heard Ken Ofori-Atta will never come back to Ghana” – Manasseh Azure

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“I heard Ken Ofori-Atta will never come back to Ghana” – Manasseh Azure

Manasseh Azure Awuni, an investigative journalist, has revealed he heard Ghana’s embattled former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, will never come back to the country.

According to Manasseh Azure Awuni, he heard from someone close to Ken Ofori-Atta that he’s never coming back to Ghana.

The investigative journalist is quoted by GHOne TV as having stated, “I heard from someone close to Ken Ofori-Atta about three or four months ago that he’s never coming back to Ghana”.

Manasseh Azure Awuni’s remarks come after Kissi Agyebeng revealed he will press charges against the individual implicated in the controversial revenue assurance contracts between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) by the end of November 2025.

The Special Prosecutor named, former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, former Commissioner-Generals of the GRA — Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah and Emmanuel Kofi Nti, also GRA officials, Isaac Crentsil, and Kwadwo Damoa. A former member of the Finance Ministry, Ernest Akore, us person he is expected to be charged before the end of November 2025.

Furthermore, Frank Davies, a lawyer for embattled former Minister of Finance Ken Ofori-Atta, has told the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to go ahead and charge his client and stop the long talks and gimmicks.

According to Frank Davies, his client Ken Ofori-Atta is not afraid of prosecution.

Speaking in an interview on October 31, 2025, Davies dismissed the OSP, stating, “Coming to narrate and talk long and needless English is a conviction in itself. He (the Special Prosecutor) says he’s going to charge him (Ofori-Atta); he should go ahead and stop this gimmicking.

Come on, is this the first time the OSP has come out to say something about Ken Ofori-Atta?” he quizzed.

Frank Davies further recounted, “Once upon a time, what did he tell us? That Ofori-Atta should either come to this country, or he would force his entry. I mean, come on,” he said.

Frank Davies further highlighted that Ofori-Atta is not afraid of prosecution and that he is ready to meet the OSP in court.

“Let me tell you, Kenneth Nana Yaw Kuntunkununku Ofori-Atta is not afraid of prosecution. Let the car roll for the OSP; the accused person will have his vehicle. So, let’s stop these theatrics, A lawyer’s place is in the courtroom, not behind microphones”, he indicated.

Meanwhile, Private Legal Practitioner, Martin Kpebu, has blown an alarm on the Office of the Special Prosecutor’s (OSP) poor handling of the former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta’s case.

Lawyer Kpebu highlighted that Ken Ofori-Atta may be signing contracts to sell off his assets, including Databank, since he has no intention of returning to Ghana.

Speaking on TV3’s Key Point, Lawyer Kpebu stated, “The key thing we have to watch is that right now, we’ve not been able to freeze Mr Ofori-Atta’s assets, as we are talking about right now, it’s even possible that he is signing agreements to sell their shares in Data Bank, his share in Enterprise Insurance.

There are many assets he has. That is where our target should be. So we need this case to enter court quickly. And just before we enter, the law allows OSP to freeze their assets and then, after about two weeks, go back into court and get a longer duration for freezing their asset”.

He added, “So this is very key, very, very key. That’s why I’ve been saying that Kissi Agyebeng has been very incompetent in this Ofori Atta case. You know the man has many man-assets in Ghana. Manasseh did this work for one year, from December 2022 to December 2023.

When Manasseh presented a petition to the OSP, Manasseh and then Aziamu Mensah and Adobea, the other lady, three journalists. So this petition against Ofori-Atta and co was presented in December 2023. By December 2024, OSP had had these petitions for one year. One year, an OSP sat on his hands, pussyfooting Kukwasa. So much so that now we believe this is criminal negligence”.

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“Four years is enough; if we stop wasting them” – Kwaku Azar on presidential terms debate

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“Four years is enough; if we stop wasting them” – Kwaku Azar on presidential terms debate

Professor Stephen Kwaku Asare, also known as Kwaku Azar, a legal scholar and governance advocate, has joined the debate surrounding the presidential term limits in the country.

According to Kwaku Azar, both arguments that four years is too short and two terms are not enough sound reasonable, but both miss the point.

He highlighted that the problem is not the length of the term, but it is the quality of the governance.

In a Facebook post, Kwaku Azar wrote, “Four Years Is Enough—If We Stop Wasting Them. Every election season, two familiar claims echo across our political space: “Four years is too short,” and “Two terms are not enough.”

Both sound reasonable, but both miss the point. The problem is not the length of the term — it is the quality of the governance”.

Kwaku Azar proposed a solution that, with just four years, the country’s governance could be effective.

He added, “Proponents of longer terms say governments need more time to plan, implement, and consolidate reforms. They argue the first year goes into appointments, the second into launching programs, and the rest into campaigning. But that is not a constitutional flaw! That is a managerial problem.

Across mature democracies, campaign seasons are brief. Canada’s longest was 74 days; Japan allows just 12. Here, the campaign never ends.

Appointments drag on for months; reshuffles outnumber reforms. This is not a four-year problem — it is a forever-campaign problem.

Governance can work efficiently within four years if we fix the culture: shorten campaign seasons, cut political appointments, institutionalise transition planning, and empower a professional civil service to provide continuity beyond elections”.

He further dismissed arguments that giving presidents more time in office would lead to greater achievements.

Mr Azar noted that some African leaders, despite long tenures, have contributed little to the development of their countries.

“The call for longer tenure confuses continuity with longevity. Many of the long-serving leaders in Africa had time but no transformation. Development does not depend on how long a leader stays; it depends on how well institutions work after they are gone.

Two terms are not just enough; they are essential. They protect democracy, prevent power from personalizing, and allow citizens to renew leadership before it calcifies into entitlement”, he added.

According to Kwaku Azar, Ghana waste too much time governing poorly and too little time governing well.

“A government that cannot deliver in eight years will not perform miracles in twelve. The cure is not to extend mandates but to enforce discipline, efficiency, and accountability.

Transformation is not a function of tenure but of vision and governance. The problem is not how long we let leaders stay — it’s how little they do while they are there.

We do not need more years added. We need fewer years wasted”, his post concluded.

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Discontinuation of Ahmed Suale murder case is unacceptable – GJA tells AG

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Discontinuation of Ahmed Suale murder case is unacceptable – GJA tells AG

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.

His comments come after reports that the Attorney General’s Office has discontinued prosecution in the murder case of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale.

The Madina District Court has discharged the accused following a directive from the Attorney General’s Office.

According to reports, the prosecution, led by Nana Afua Bamfoa Bamfo, informed the court on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, that “They had been directed by the Attorney General, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, to discontinue the case”.

The Madina District Court, presided over by Susan Nyarkotey, subsequently discharged Daniel Owusu Koranteng and disposed of the case.

It will be recalled, in 2019, Ahmed Suale, a key member of the Tiger Eye P.I. investigative team, was shot and killed in January by unknown assailants.

His murder ignited a national and international outrage, with demands for justice from press freedom advocates and human rights organisations.

Owusu Koranteng was later arrested following joint investigations by the FBI and Ghanaian law enforcement authorities.

The suspect was charged with abetment of crime and murder in connection with the death of investigative journalist Ahmed Suale; he, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges.

According to the prosecution, the suspect led two other alleged culprits currently at large to the home of Ahmed-Hussein Suale, where he was eventually shot and killed by unknown assailants.

Ahmed Suale was a member of the Tiger Eye PI investigative team led by Anas Aremeyaw Anas.

In court, the A-G’s legal opinion, grounded in a meticulous analysis of the police docket.

They concluded that the claimed call records used to implicate Mr Koranteng were inconclusive and failed to establish any direct or circumstantial link between him and the commission of the offence.

They further added that none of the sketches generated by the police based on vivid descriptions of the eyewitnesses resemble the accused Mr Koranteng.

The Attorney-General then advised that the prosecution redirect its investigative efforts toward identifying and apprehending the principal perpetrators of the heinous crime.

Meanwhile, the two unidentified gunmen who executed the fatal attack remain at large six years after the incident.

Mr Koranteng, who appeared in court clad in a white shirt, was accompanied by his legal counsel, Emma-Jean Markin, Esq., and Frederick Gurah Sampson, Esq.

“Gifty Oware allegedly begs AG not to jail her, vows to pay back stolen money” – Blakk Rasta reveals

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“Gifty Oware allegedly begs AG not to jail her, vows to pay back stolen money” – Blakk Rasta reveals

Blakk Rasta, a Radio and Television personality, has alleged that the former Deputy Executive Director of the NSA, Gifty Oware-Mensah, has begged the Attorney General not to jail her.

According to Blakk Rasta, Gifty Oware-Mensah ran to the Attorney General, kneeling on her feet and begging the AG to have mercy on her and vowed to repay all the stolen money.

Blakk Rasta claimed that the former deputy NSA boss also told the Attorney General she is ready to pay for all she and her husband stole and also ‘sing like a bird’ against his former boss, Osei Assibey Antwi.

The controversial musician and presenter Blakk Rasta shared this on his show The Black Pot.

Speaking on his show, the Black Pot, Blakk Rasta alleged, “Gifty Oware was hot, you know what she did, and this is exclusive, she ran all the way to the Attorney General, knelt on the ground, and begged the Attorney General and said ‘ I am wrong, I am sorry for whatever I did, I don’t want to go to jail, me and my husband, are going to pay for what ever money we have stolen’”.

Blakk Rasta added, “After paying the money, I am ready to tell the whole story about my boss Osei Assibey Antwi, everything he has stolen, everything we did together to steal the Ghaanain people’s money. That was the plea deal”.

Meanwhile, in court, Gifty Oware-Mensah pleaded not guilty to five charges levelled against her by the Attorney General.

The former NSA Deputy Executive Director pleaded not guilty to five charges, including stealing and money laundering, in the ₵38 million ghost names scandal.

She made her court appearance at the Accra High Court on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.

Gifty Oware-Mensah was granted a GH¢10 million bail with three sureties in connection with the NSA ghost names scandal.

As part of her bail conditions, Gifty Oware-Mensah has been ordered to deposit all her passports and has been placed on a stop list at all entry and exit points in the country.

The case has been adjourned to November 25, 2025.

Background

Gifty Oware-Mensah, who was a Deputy Director-General of the National Service Authority, has been charged with stealing and willfully causing financial loss to the state.

The Attorney-General’s Department alleged Gifty Oware-Mensah misappropriated a total of GH¢38,458,248.87 between February 2022 and March 2024, overseeing finance, audit, and procurement at the NSA.

According to prosecutors, she dishonestly transferred GH¢31.5 million from a loan facility meant to support National Service Personnel into her private company accounts.

The said money was under the pretext of supplying goods on a hire-purchase basis; however, investigation revealed no such goods were supplied, and the names used to secure the loan were ghost names from the NSA’s internal system.

AG also alleged, “Out of the money received, the accused transferred GH¢22,925,518,69 to Amaecom Global Company of which she was a director, and the remaining amount to three other companies.”

Gifty Oware-Mensah’s charges include “Stealing GH¢31,502,091.40 belonging to the National Service Authority. Willfully causing financial loss to the state through the fake hire-purchase arrangement, Abuse of public office for personal gain and Money laundering through the transfer of funds into personal and affiliated accounts”.

Also, the Auditor-General’s report has revealed how  Gifty Oware-Mensah for unlawfully enrolled as a National Service Person (NSP).

Gifty Oware-Mensah enrolled as a National Service Person while simultaneously serving as a full-time salaried public officer.

According to the technical and forensic audit, Gifty Oware-Mensah, between the 2021/2022 service year, was manually added to the NSS payroll despite holding an executive position.

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Interior Ministry announces nationwide recruitment into Police, Prisons and Immigration Services

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Interior Ministry announces nationwide recruitment into Police, Prisons and Immigration Services

The Ministry of the Interior has announced that nationwide recruitment for Ghana’s internal security agencies.

According to the public notice issued by the Interior Ministry, the nationwide recruitment will take place from November 15 to December 15, 2025.

The exercise will cover the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and Ghana Immigration Service.

The Ministry of the Interior statement read, “The Ministry of the Interior wishes to inform the public that from 15th November to 15th December 2025, applications will be received for recruitment into the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and Ghana Immigration Service.

This nationwide recruitment exercise forms part of the Ministry’s ongoing efforts to strengthen Ghana’s internal security architecture, enhance public safety, and promote effective service delivery across all security agencies”.

The public notice added, “The Ministry, therefore, invites suitably qualified, disciplined, and patriotic Ghanaian citizens who desire to serve the nation with integrity, professionalism, and dedication to submit their applications within the stated period.

Details of the available vacancies, together with the specific requirements, qualifications and application procedures for each category and post under the respective agencies, are provided below. Interested applicants are advised to carefully read all instructions and ensure that they meet the eligibility criteria before applying”.

The notice also cautioned applicants not to deal with individuals or groups who claim they can influence the recruitment process for a fee.

“IMPORTANT NOTICE – Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted and invited for screening, aptitude test, and background verification.

Applicants are cautioned not to deal with individuals or groups who claim they can influence the recruitment process for a fee. The Ministry of the Interior and its Agencies do not charge any fee at any stage of the exercise. Any applicant found to have submitted false information pr forged documents will be disqualified and may face prosecution.

Additionally, applicants who engage middlemen at any stage of the recruitment will be automatically disqualified from the process”.

The statement further added that the “MODE OF APPLICATION – will be communicated in due course”.

Meanwhile, the Ghana Armed Forces has extended its ongoing recruitment exercise for one week following challenges on the portal.

 According to the Ghana Armed Forces statement, their decision to extend the deadline was a result of some technical challenges encountered on the recruitment portal.

GAF’s new recruitment deadline is now 7 November 2025.

GAF, in a press release, wrote,  “The Ghana Armed Forces has extended the deadline for the ongoing recruitment exercise by one week due to some technical challenges encountered on the recruitment portal during the initial period.

The new deadline is 7 November 2025.

The Armed Forces regrets any inconvenience caused and counts on the cooperation of the general public”.

See the statement below:

“Your case is serious and substantial” – OSP replies to Mustapha Hamid’s referral to his case as ‘useless’

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“Your case is serious and substantial” – OSP replies to Mustapha Hamid’s referral to his case as ‘useless’

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has replied to a viral video of the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, referring to the OSP case against him as useless.

The OSP in a post on social media detailed the facts behind his prosecution and why the State considers the case both serious and substantial.

In a viral video shared on social media, Mustapha Abdul Hamid was spotted in a very happy mood as he greeted some people at the courthouse.

Speaking to some media at the Accra High Court on November 4, 2025, Abdul-Hamid boldly stated, “I came to support my friend Wontumi. Me, my matter is useless. There is nothing in it”.

The former NPA boss stated before proceeding to enter his vehicle.

In a sharp rebuttal, the OSP wrote, “Following a video in which the former Chief Executive of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid, dismissed his ongoing criminal case as ‘useless,’ it is important to restate the facts behind his prosecution and why the State considers the case both serious and substantial.

Dr Abdul-Hamid, the first accused, is standing trial before the Criminal High Court in Accra on several counts of serious corruption and financial crimes”.

It further detailed the facts regarding his cases, “These include:

*Conspiracy to Commit Extortion by a Public Officer– jointly with two NPA officials, accused of plotting to extort GH¢291,574,087.19 and US$332,407.47 from bulk oil transporters and oil marketing companies between December 2022 and December 2024.

*Two Counts of Extortion by a Public Officer– an unlawful receipt of GH¢24 million and  GH¢230,000 from oil transporters and haulage companies under the guise of official duties.

*Two Counts of Using Public Office for Profit– accused of abusing his office as NPA Chief Executive for private gain, unlawfully enriching himself with GH¢24 million and  GH¢230,000.

*Money Laundering– found to be in possession of GH¢15,343,251.29, an amount disproportionate to his known legitimate income and suspected to be proceeds of crime.

In total, Dr Abdul-Hamid is alleged to have played a leading role in a grand extortion and laundering scheme that caused the State and petroleum sector losses exceeding  GH¢291 million and over US$330,000”.

The OSP also revealed that Mustpha Hamid’s assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and US$100,000 have already been seized and frozen.

“The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has already seized and frozen assets valued at more than GH¢100 million and over US$100,000, with additional assets under active tracing. These actions are based on strong documentary, banking, and transaction evidence linking the proceeds to the alleged offences.

This case represents a major step in protecting public funds, ensuring accountability in the petroleum sector, and affirming that no public official is above the law. The seriousness of the charges and the scale of the alleged losses make this prosecution a critical test of Ghana’s commitment to fighting corruption”.

The statement concluded by adding that the case has been adjourned to Thursday, November 13, 2025, for the next court hearing.

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