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How Sanguli residents tied their phones to mango trees in search of a network signal

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How Sanguli residents tied their phones to mango trees in search of a network signal

A concerned citizen from the Sanguli community in the Saboba District of Northern Ghana has shared a video of how community members use long ropes tied to a mango tree in search of a network signal.

The Sanguli residents expressed frustration about the difficulty of obtaining reliable mobile service in the areain the 21st century.

The resident urged telecommunication companies and relevant authorities to address the issue and assist the community.

In the viral video shared the Sanguli residents gather beneath a tree in the hope of catching a mobile signal.

Speaking in the viral video, a concerned citizen Sanguli community stated, “ What you see here, even though we are under a mango tree, these are not mango hanging, they are mobile phones, not mangoes.”

Why hang mobile phones like this? There is no network; it is a very big challenge here. People who are here have to hang up their phones to be able to gain access to the network to browse and make calls.

He added that it is a big challenge as in the 21st Century everything is on the phone.

“MTN, Telecel, AT, and the Sanguli community need your services. If you are able to improve the connectivity here, you are going to make huge money because any network that is strong here, everyone will switch to that network”, he added.

A community member of Sanguli also lamented, “ It is a very big challenge for us. If you want to go online, unless you are here, when you are here, you are supposed to hang up the phone and put on your data, which comes and goes. For you to download something of the size of 5mb, it will take you more than an hour”.

He further demonstrated how they make a call with the phones tied to the tree, adding that there is no private call here.

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians have reacted to the video, calling on the Communication Minister, Sam George, to take action and solve their predicament.

One netizen stated, “@samgeorgegh, have you seen this? And have you taken action to solve this yet?”

Another stated, “I’m a nurse from Kumasi working in Tatale-Sanguli District. Some of the sub districts here are worse. No network, no electricity. And during the rainy season, the road blocks. It’s tough bro”.

One more netizen added, “It’s Dr Bawumia’s hometown oo but he’s here in the cities claiming he’s digitalisation man, meanwhile see how your people are helpless”.

“This is unbelievable! In the 21st century, and we’re still struggling with basic network coverage. Kudos to the residents for finding creative solutions, but it’s time for telecom companies to step up!”, one more X user added.

One more X user added, “Instead of them to fight or voice out their concerns about being ignored, their part of the national cake, they’ll rather fight and kill themselves. It’s sad, but that’s the truth”.

Additionally, a netizen wrote, “@samgeorgegh please, I said you should come to Dubai and sit down with Etisalat and du network, so that they can take over our network 🛜 space. This is the work of the network providers, but it seems they don’t care”,

In an increasingly digital world, and as Ghana continues its digital transformation drive, Sanguli are unable to fully participate in digital banking, e-learning, telemedicine, or e-commerce.

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“Akyem Oda MCE engaged in ultra vires” – Minority say as they demand probe into ‘fake fines’

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“Akyem Oda MCE engaged in ultra vires” – Minority say as they demand probe into ‘fake fines’

The Minority in Parliament has called for a probe into the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Birim Central, Solomon Kusi Brako.

This follows revelations that some of the miners who claimed the MCE took money from them later directed the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat to their site to burn their equipment.

According to the Minority caucus, the Akyem Oda MCE engaged in ultra vires.

Following reports, the MCE held a press conference where he confirmed that the Municipal Finance Officer collected the money as “legal fines”.

Second Deputy Minority Whip, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, in a press statement signed revealed that the minority is shocked by the MCE’s admission that illegal miners were fined various sums of money for mining illegally.

Jerry Ahmed Shaib, in the statement, stated, “Why will the President’s representative in Akyem Oda defend the imposition of fines for illegal mining, with all its devastating effects, and compromise the President’s supposedly avowed interest in fighting galamsey?”

“Does the MCE possess the prerogative to collect fines?” it queried, citing the Local Governance Act, 2016 (Act 936), which vests the power to impose and collect fines solely in the courts.

“We in the Minority can now say of a fact that the MCE is engaged in ultra vires,” the statement added.

They also noted that official records from the Birim Central Assembly also contradict the MCE’s claims, adding that while the MCE said GH₵55,000 was collected as fines from illegal miners, the Assembly’s 2026 Budget presentation reported total revenue from fines for 2025 as just GH₵12,813.

“If this payment was indeed legitimate and properly receipted, why does it not appear in the Assembly’s official financial report?” the statement asked, describing the discrepancy as evidence of “possible misappropriation.”

“The government must take decisive and transparent action to restore public confidence and prove that the fight against galamsey is not mere rhetoric but a genuine national priority,” the statement concluded.

“We call on the relevant state agencies, particularly the Office of the Special Prosecutor and the Ministry of Local Government, to immediately initiate a probe into the conduct of the Birim Central MCE and officials involved,” the statement signed by Second Deputy Minority Whip, Jerry Ahmed Shaibu, concluded.

Meanwhile, the MCE, Birim Central Solomon Brako Kusi, has boldly declared his willingness to be investigated for any alleged galamsey activities.

The MCE for Birim Central is quoted by StarrFM to have stated, I’m ready to be investigated for any alleged galamsey activities”.

“I’m not happy at all, bloggers insulting me every day” –  Lumba’s Abusuapanyin vents anger

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“I’m not happy at all, bloggers insulting me every day” –  Lumba’s Abusuapanyin vents anger

The family head of the late Daddy Lumba’s family, Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu, has vented his anger at journalists, bloggers, and media personalities.

According to Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu, he is not happy as journalists, bloggers, and media personalities keep insulting him every day because of the legendary musician’s funeral.

He asserted that following the legal disputes surrounding his late brother’s funeral began he has been at the receiving end of many insults from the media.

Speaking to reporters after the Kumasi High Court dismissed an injunction of Akosua Serwaa, Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu stated, “I’m not happy at all. Some of these young media people insult me every day because of this funeral issue. I could be old enough to be their father, yet they speak with no respect. They should stop insulting an old man who is the head of a family”.

“The court has given my family and me the green light to organise the funeral, and at this point, no one can stop us. We will work together to give my brother a befitting burial,” he declared.

“Decorum and respect must guide how people report on family issues,” he added.

His comments come following the  Kumasi High Court threw out an injunction application filed by the wife of the late Daddy Lumba, Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, to halt the highlife legend’s burial and funeral arrangements.

Her Ladyship Dorinda Smith Arthur presiding,  on the case ruled that, under Ghanaian customary law, the family holds the right to make decisions regarding a deceased person’s remains.

Akosua Serwaa Fosuh’s injunction application sought to block the head of the extended family and Odo Broni, also identified as his spouse, from proceeding with funeral rites.

The case was presided over by Her Ladyship Justice Dorinda Smith Arthur. 

Akosua Serwaa Fosuh, the wife of the late Daddy Lumba, was seeking a court injunction to halt the funeral, demanding recognition as the sole legal widow and the right to perform traditional rites.

According to court documents, her legal team is contesting the legitimacy of the arrangements, arguing that they were made without her knowledge, consent, or involvement.

“PRAYING this Honourable Court for an Order restraining the Defendants, their agents, assigns, workmen, etc., from either collecting the body of the late CHARLES KWADWO FOSU a.k.a. DADDY LUMBA from the morgue and performing the burial and final funeral rites of the deceased, upon the grounds set out in the accompanying Affidavit,” the writ stated.

However, the Lawyers for the Fosu Royal Family of Parkoso and Nsuta have told Akosua Serwah that Daddy Lumba’s family only recognises Priscilla Ofori, also known as Odo Broni, as the wife of the musician.

According to the lawyers, Akosua Serwaa refused to relocate to Ghana some 15 years with Daddy Lumba for medical treatment.

The Lawyers further revealed that Akosua Serwaa wrote to Daddy Lumba of her intentions to initiate a divorce, and even presented Lumba’s drinks to his family, signifying the dissolution of their marriage.

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“It takes extreme wickedness to sign contracts like SML” – Manasseh Azure tackles Ofori-Atta

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“It takes extreme wickedness to sign contracts like SML” – Manasseh Azure tackles Ofori-Atta

Manasseh Azure Awuni, an investigative journalist, has said it takes extreme wickedness for the former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, to sign contracts like Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML).

According to Manasseh, it takes extreme wickedness against one’s nation and its people to sign contracts like SML.

He detailed that the former finance minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, masterminded the dubious contract.

 In a post on X, Manasseh Azure Awuni detailed, “This man masterminded a dubious contract that said that SML should have a fixed percentage of revenue from:

1. Every litre of petroleum product you buy anywhere in Ghana.

2. Every barrel of oil Ghana produces.

3. Every ounce of gold Ghana produces.

4. Additional revenue from imported goods at the ports and harbours of Ghana”.

He added, “But for our investigation that ensured that the 2023 consolidated contract did not take off, SML would have been entitled to over 500 MILLION UNITED STATES DOLLARS for the first five years. The contract was renewable for another five years.

“Ladies and Gentlemen, it is not for nothing that Kwesi Pratt Jnr said SML was the “mother of all scandals” in the scandal-ridden Akufo-Addo administration”, his post concluded.

Meanwhile, the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has revealed his outfit seeks to recover ₵125 million from 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 Mobilisation 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 emphasised 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 Mobilisation 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.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, 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, are expected to be charged before the end of November 2025.

The OSP decision comes after months of investigations uncovering alleged acts of corruption, abuse of office, and breaches of procurement laws in the award and execution of the SML-GRA contracts.

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Watch Most Reverend Charles Gabriel Palmer-Buckle direct traffic in front of St. Augustine’s

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Watch Most Reverend Charles Gabriel Palmer-Buckle direct traffic in front of St. Augustine’s

The Catholic Archbishop of Cape Coast, Most Reverend Charles Palmer-Buckle, has been spotted directing traffic in front of St. Augustine’s College.

In the viral 27-second video shared on social media, Most Reverend Charles Gabriel Palmer-Buckle was captured on camera directing traffic in front of St. Augustine’s College after the area became choked following an event.

The Archbishop of Cape Coast was spotted busily directing traffic in front of St. Augustine’s College gate.

Most Reverend Charles Gabriel Palmer-Buckle was fully clothed in his Archbishop attire as he was spotted on the streets directing traffic.

Some Ghanaians have reacted to the viral video, saying, “A former president used to direct traffic at Dawhenya. Spot is still traffic-prone till today. The job of leadership is to think strategically deeply to resolve a challenge permanently.

Not perform for the gallery. The cassock-wearing big men have a seat at decision-making tables”.

One more netizen stated, “But this is nothing ohh gh”.

“JM is back, and he’s also resurfacing”, a netizen wrote.

Additionally, another netizen wrote, “The black man was and is never capable of managing his own affairs…..

The system is not working in Ghana, so there has to be human interventions everywhere”.

In related news on Most Reverend Charles Palmer-Buckle, the Catholic Archbishop of Cape Coast, has called for the government to take immediate steps to review the Free Senior High School Policy through stakeholder engagements.

Reverend Palmer Buckle noted that the free SHS Policy has come to offer relief to parents, but”it is important for the government to reconsider reviewing it in order to remove all bottlenecks”.

Speaking at a book launch at Accra Academy, Rev. Palmer-Buckle explained that the free SHS Policy can be streamlined to enhance better education.

Reverend Palmer Buckle stated he ”supports 100% the free SHS Policy”.

He, however, stated it is now time to have a stakeholder engagement to review it.

According to the Catholic Archbishop of Cape Coast, parents have forgotten that they should be paying for their children’s school fees.

He highlighted that it is a danger to the development of the entire society.

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Kumasi China City Mall to be pulled down after devastating fire

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Kumasi China City Mall to be pulled down after devastating fire

The National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) and the National Security have revealed that the Kumasi China City Mall will be pulled down following a devastating fire.

According to NADMO and the National Security, they are working to clear the rubble of the China City Mall in Kumasi after a massive fire gutted the facility.

The China City Mall, located at Santasi and opened just six months ago and was consumed by the blaze on Thursday afternoon, with the fire quickly spreading through the mall, with thick smoke visible from a distance.

The Ghana National Fire Service worked to control the blaze, but the mall, which contained shops selling groceries, electronics, and home items, was completely lost, with millions of dollars of goods being destroyed following the devastating fire.

An eyewitness recounted, “I was returning from class when I saw smoke coming from the back of the mall. We rushed to the scene and called the firefighters, who said they were on their way”.

 Regional Fire Commander ACFO Peter Tettey at the scene explained, “We can’t enter because the building may collapse soon. They were on break when the fire started. Highly combustible items and the building’s own flammable materials caused the fire to spread quickly”.

Kumasi Mayor Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, “We have called for DRIP machines to help bring in more water and assist with pulling down the structure.”

Meanwhile, the Kumasi Mayor pledges support after the China City Mall fire.

He expressed deep regret over the fire that devastated the China City Mall at Santasi.

Speaking to the media, the Kumasi Mayor stated, “It is unfortunate that we have lost millions of dollars out of this fire, and it is sad. The owners, I am told, are out of the country, but their workers and representatives are here.

“We will try as much as possible to speak to the investors as early as feasible, calm them, and offer them the nation’s support. These are foreign nationals who have come to invest in our country. They employ hundreds of our youth, so we will do whatever we have to do to assist them, if possible, to come back.”

“The fire department was able to evacuate all the staff. All the workers, with the help of bystanders, were able to evacuate. What we have is the losses that we have,” he added.

Watch as chaos erupts during NSMQ quarterfinal between Adisadel, Prempeh and Mfantsipim

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Watch as chaos erupts during NSMQ quarterfinal between Adisadel, Prempeh and Mfantsipim

On Thursday, October 30, chaos erupted at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) during the National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) quarterfinal contest involving Adisadel College, Prempeh College and Mfantsipim School.

The NSMQ quarterfinal between Adisadel, Prempeh and Mfantsipim drew huge crowds from the three competing schools.

The much-anticipated contest had to be postponed by the organisers, according to multiple reports, following violent disturbances.

According to reports, the violent disturbances allegedly involved some supporters of the various schools.

Radio Univers, on its official Facebook page, stated, “students are being assaulted as they attempt entry into the UCC auditorium for the NSMQ quarterfinal contest between Adisadel College, Prempeh College, and Mfantsipim School. The reasons for the assault are unknown.”

The information gathered suggests that inadequate security arrangements contributed to the confusion, leading to officials failing to control the large and agitated crowd.

Meanwhile, Ghana Secondary Technical School (GSTS) produced one of its most dramatic moments yet at the 2025 National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ).

 The Ghana Secondary Technical School (GSTS) staged a comeback to eliminate record holders and eight-time champions, Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon.

The contest also featured Our Lady of Grace SHS, but the GSTS claimed a sensational victory by a single point.

Ghana Secondary Technical School (GSTS) ended the contest with 39 points, edging out PRESEC’s 38, while Our Lady of Grace finished with 28 points.

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“US citizenship status doesn’t prevent extradition” – OSP on Ofori-Atta’s extradition

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“US citizenship status doesn’t prevent extradition” – OSP on Ofori-Atta’s extradition

Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, has provided an update on the extradition of former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, even if Ken Ofori-Atta has US citizenship, it will not stop his extradition.

He highlighted that the US citizenship status doesn’t prevent extradition.

Kissi Agyebeng added that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) is working closely with the Office of the Attorney General to complete the extradition procedures.

Addressing the media during a press conference on Thursday, October 30, 2025, the Special Prosecutor explained, “It’s unfortunate that there’s been talk about dockets and we’ve refused to give the docket and all. That is beside the point; that is not the issue at all”.

“The issue is that you need to get it right the first time; you don’t keep going back and forth.”

“US citizenship status doesn’t prevent extradition. We will not give up; we will still move on with the processes and ensure that Ghanaians become less restive and appreciate the work we’re doing with the Attorney General,” Kissi Agyebeng noted.

It will be recalled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), Kissi Agyebeng, declared Ken Ofori-Atta a fugitive for failing to appear for interrogation into corruption-related investigations.

Ken Ofori Atta has been accused of causing financial loss to the state in several dealings, including the construction of the famous National Cathedral and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA’s) – Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML), Termination of a contract between the Electricity Company of Ghana Limited and Beijing Xiao Cheng Technology (BXC) for the Distribution and Ambulance Procurement: A Ministry of Health contract with Service Ghana Auto Group Limited.

On June 13, 2025, Mayo Clinic in the United States revealed Ken Ofori-Atta has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and is expected to undergo surgery on June 13, 2025.

The wife, Prof. Mrs Angela Ofori-Atta, in the statement dated June 16, 2025, explained that Mr Ofori-Atta successfully underwent the surgery for prostate cancer at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota, on Friday, June 13, and lasted over four hours.

“The doctors are pleased with how the procedure went and will now place him on a postoperative regime,” she added.

“Kenneth has always been resilient. But this has been very difficult; with the OSP choosing the period just before his surgery to declare a red alert on him,” she said.

She further gave a possible timeline by which her husband would be able to honour the invitation by the Special Prosecutor to appear before his outfit in person.

According to Prof Mrs Angela Ofori-Atta, after a successful surgery on June 13, Mr Ofori-Atta would require about 3 months to recover fully.

Mr Ofori-Atta failed to appear before the OSP for an investigative interview scheduled for Monday, June 2, 2025.

The OSP later issued a notice placing Ken Ofori-Atta on the INTERPOL Red Alert Notice database, but despite the notice, the former finance minister is still at large.

Meanwhile, Martin Kpebu, a private legal practitioner, has told the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to initiate a trial in absentia against former finance minister Ken Ofori-Atta.

 Speaking in an interview on Joy FM, Mr Kpebu stated, “That’s how come for me, I said this is his [Ofori-Atta’s] country. He has some properties here, so let’s start. If we start and he doesn’t come, then the trial will go on without him.

“Let’s do the processes. Take the offer. Have you gone to Ofori-Atta to take his statement in America, and he says no? He says he will do it. So let’s do it. Then we can start the trial here,” he added.

He explained, “Article 19 clause 3 simply says that if you know there is a criminal case against you and you don’t appear, the trial can proceed in your absence”.

See the faces behind the SML scandal from the Akufo-Addo gov’t

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See the faces behind the SML scandal from the Akufo-Addo gov’t

Manasseh Azure Awuni, an investigative journalist, has dropped the faces behind the Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) scandal from the former Akufo-Addo government side.

The investigative journalist fingered Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, former Commissioner-Generals of the GRA — Rev Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah and Emmanuel Kofi Nti, former GRA boss, also GRA officials, Isaac Crentsil, and Kwadwo Damoa. A former member of the Finance Ministry, Ernest Akore.

This comes after the Special Prosecutor announced Kissi Agyebeng announced that he will press charges against several individuals implicated in the controversial SML revenue assurance contracts.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, 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, are expected to be charged before the end of November 2025.

The OSP decision comes after months of investigations uncovering alleged acts of corruption, abuse of office, and breaches of procurement laws in the award and execution of the SML-GRA contracts.

 In a post on X, Manasseh Azure Awuni gave a detailed breakdown of the controversial revenue assurance contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and SML (Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited).

 He also fingered Ken Ofori-Atta as the mastermind behind the dubious SML deal.

Manasseh wrote, “This man masterminded a dubious contract that said that SML should have a fixed percentage of revenue from:

1. Every litre of petroleum product you buy anywhere in Ghana.

2. Every barrel of oil Ghana produces.

3. Every ounce of gold Ghana produces.

4. Additional revenue from imported goods at the ports and harbours of Ghana”.

He added, “But for our investigation that ensured that the 2023 consolidated contract did not take off, SML would have been entitled to over 500 MILLION UNITED STATES DOLLARS for the first five years. The contract was renewable for another five years.

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”.

“Ladies and Gentlemen, it is not for nothing that Kwesi Pratt Jnr said SML was the “mother of all scandals” in the scandal-ridden Akufo-Addo administration”, his post concluded.

Meanwhile, the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has revealed his outfit seeks to recover ₵125 million from the controversial revenue assurance contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and SML (Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited).

In a detailed press briefing, Kissi Agyebeng revealed that the SML (Strategic Mobilisation 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 emphasised 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 Mobilisation 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.

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“Afoko ‘the biggest fish’ among those who left NPP, his return a big blow to UP” – Dr Zaato

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“Afoko ‘the biggest fish’ among those who left NPP, his return a big blow to UP” – Dr Zaato

Dr Joshua Zaato, a Political Science Lecturer at the University of Ghana, has said the former NPP National Chairman, Paul Afoko, was the biggest fish among those who left the party.

According to Dr Zaato, Paul Afoko’s return to the NPP is a big blow to the newly formed United Party.

He noted that the NPP’s recent amnesty for former members announced by the NPP’s National Executive Committee is producing results.

Dr Zaato described Afoko as ‘the biggest fish’ among all those who left the party, noting that few expected the amnesty to attract him back to the party.

He further added that Paul Afoko’s return shows that the NPP as a party is still attractive.

His comments come on the heels of Paul Afoko returning to the party and also declaring his intention to contest for the party’s National Chairmanship position.

 In a statement, Paul Afoko wrote, “After extensive reflection and encouragement from many well-meaning members, supporters, and stakeholders of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), I am honoured to formally announce my intention to contest for the position of National Chairman in the upcoming election of national officers”.

He explained, “This decision has not been taken lightly. It comes after careful consideration and in response to the consistent calls for renewed leadership rooted in the founding values and democratic ideals of our Party”.

Paul Afoko reaffirmed his loyalty to the NPP despite past challenges.

“While the journey has not been without its trials, I have always chosen to prioritise the unity and progress of the NPP above all else. My focus now, as it has always been, is on the future — one where our Party stands re-energised, inclusive, and better positioned to deliver on its promise to the Ghanaian people.”

“In the coming weeks, I will engage more broadly with Party faithful and the media to share my vision, ideas, and plans to lead the NPP with integrity, transparency, and a renewed sense of purpose. Let us look ahead together.”

It will be recalled that Paul Afoko was suspended in 2015 as the NPP’s National Chairman following a decision by the party’s National Executive Committee.

His suspension followed a recommendation from the NPP’s Disciplinary Committee after the Council of Elders.

He was accused of working against the then-flagbearer, Akufo-Addo’s ahead of the 2016 general elections.

Meanwhile, Paul Afoko had earlier said it was wrong of the NPP to extend an olive branch and then impose conditions.

The former NPP chairman added that if the party’s goal is to bring people back together, then the party cannot put hurdles in their way.

Speaking on Okay FM with host Kwame Nkrumah Tikese, Paul Afoko stated, “The olive branch extended by the NPP is a good thing,” he said, acknowledging the effort at reconciliation. “But it is wrong for the party to impose conditions on the amnesty. There should be no conditions or rules tied to the return of former members.”

 “If you want to bring people back together for a common goal, then you cannot at the same time put hurdles in their way. That is not reconciliation,” he stressed.

Paul Afoko further urged the party to implement a more inclusive posture to restore true unity, rather than creating rules that, in his view, could reignite old divisions.

OSP seeks to recover ₵125 million from SML – Kissi Agyebeng

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OSP seeks to recover ₵125 million from SML – Kissi Agyebeng

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has revealed his outfit seeks to recover ₵125 million from the controversial revenue assurance contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and SML (Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited).

In a detailed press briefing, Kissi Agyebeng revealed that the SML (Strategic Mobilisation 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 emphasised 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 Mobilisation 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.

Speaking to the media, he stated, “There was no genuine need for contracting SML for the work it purported to perform”.

Kissi Agyabeng described the SML agreements as blighted by statutory breaches.

He added that the GRA failed to submit the full agreements between SML and its third-party collaborators, “GRA failed to submit the agreement between SML and other parties, such omissions violated public procurement and governance protocols”.

The OSP’s investigation painted a picture of non-compliance with Ghana’s public financial laws, revealing that the SML contracts were attended by egregious statutory breaches, adding that“mandatory prior approvals were wantonly disregarded by relevant officials who acted with increased and emboldened impunity.”

The most alarming finding revolved around the mechanism for payments made to SML. The OSP’s probe uncovered a significant failure in the public financial management system responsible for oversight and accountability.

The Special Prosecutor discovered “there was no established financial management system of monitoring and verification to ensure that the Republic was obtaining the value for the money it was paying to SML.”

“Crucially, the investigation concluded that the payments to SML were set on an “automatic mode, detached from actual performance”, a scenario which, according to the OSP, directly resulted in “causing financial loss to the public”.

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

According to Kissi Agyebeng, 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, are expected to be charged before the end of November 2025.

The OSP decision comes after months of investigations uncovering alleged acts of corruption, abuse of office, and breaches of procurement laws in the award and execution of the SML-GRA contracts.

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Speaker Bagbin joins IPU task force to mediate Russian-Ukraine war

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Speaker Bagbin joins IPU task force to mediate Russian-Ukraine war

Ghana’s Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has been appointed to the Inter-Parliamentary Union’s Task Force on the peaceful resolution of the war in Ukraine.

According to the IPU President, Speaker Bagbin’s integrity, impartiality, and proven ability to build trust among conflicting parties.

IPU Secretary General Martin Chungong stated in a letter confirming the appointment, wrote, “We are confident that your leadership and experience will enhance the work and impact of the Task Force in its mission to support diplomatic efforts in seeking a peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine.”

Speaker Bagbin’s appointment underscores Ghana’s active role in supporting global diplomatic initiatives to foster international peace.

Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Majority Chief Whip and Member of Parliament for South Dayi, in a post on X wrote, “Rt. Hon. Speaker ASK Bagbin Appointed onto IPU Taskforce to Mediate the Russian-Ukraine Crisis.

The Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has been appointed a member of the Inter-Parliamentary Union’s (IPU) Task Force on the peaceful resolution of the war in Ukraine.

The IPU President. who appointed Speaker Bagbin, cited his “… integrity, impartiality, and ability to build trust with all parties” as a key factor for his appointment.

The Rt. Hon. Bagbin joins seven other distinguished Parliamentarians worldwide on the IPU Taskforce, membership of which is drawn from all six IPU geopolitical groups.

“We are confident that your leadership and experience will enhance the work and impact of the Task Force in its mission to support diplomatic efforts in seeking a peaceful resolution to the war in Ukraine”, the Secretary General of the IPU, Martin Chungong, stated in a letter appointing Speaker Bagbin to the Taskforce.

Established as an ad-hoc body in March 2022, the IPU Task Force has enabled the Union to use its good offices to encourage dialogue between Parliamentarians in Ukraine and the Russian Federation.

Since its formation, the Task Force has convened no less than thirteen meetings and conducted a mission to Kyiv and Moscow in July 2022.

On behalf of the leadership in Parliament & the NDC Caucus In Parliament, we wish the Rt Hon. Speaker the very best of luck in this very lofty new role to achieve success in bringing a lasting solution to that conflict.

Congratulations, sir……..just ASK Bagbin”

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McDan and Nii Armah-Quaye’s cleared, bank accounts unfrozen after FIC probe

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McDan and Nii Armah-Quaye’s cleared, bank accounts unfrozen after FIC probe

Ghanaian businessmen Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, and Richard Nii Armah-Quaye have been cleared of any wrongdoing by the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC).

The two Ghanaian businessmen have been cleared following detailed investigations into their financial transactions.

It will be recalled that the Financial Intelligence Centre (FIC) in March 2025 froze the accounts of the two entrepreneurs as part of a wider inter-agency probe into alleged financial irregularities.

According to FIC, the decision was taken in accordance with Section 56(1) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020.

After months of scrutiny, the FIC has unfrozen the accounts, restoring their full access to funds.

This was revealed by the Chief Executive Officer of the FIC, Kwadwo Twum Boafo, in an interview with Accra-based GHOne television.

Ing. Kwadwo Twum Boafo, in an interview with GHOne TV, stated, “McDan’s issue has been resolved. That is why I keep saying we don’t do personal vendettas. You can speak with him… His accounts are unfrozen.

“The accounts of Richard Nii Armah-Quaye were frozen, but they have been unfrozen now because there was a determination that there was no need for it to go forward,” Ing. Boafo said.

Ing. Kwadwo Twum Boafo detailed that both men cooperated fully with investigators during the process.

He explained, “He came here, sat down with us and gave a thorough explanation of what he does, and there was no problem. We deal with people fairly, there are no personal vendettas”.

He further detailed that the probe into the two Ghanaian businessmen was not politically motivated or targeted at specific individuals but was guided strictly by evidence and due process.

According to him, the agency is mandated to protect Ghana’s financial system from abuse, not to persecute citizens or businesses.

The FIC boss highlighted that such investigations form part of Ghana’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its anti-money laundering framework and also promoting transparency within the financial sector.

Ing. Kwadwo Twum Boafo echoed the agency’s commitment to strengthening Ghana’s anti-money laundering regime.

He further urged citizens to trust state bodies to act fairly and individually.

Case involving a Guardian who allegedly burned a child over bedwetting withdrawn, overpressure 

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Case involving a Guardian who allegedly burned a child over bedwetting withdrawn, overpressure 

The case involving a 24-year-old guardian, Ayisha Zakaria, who allegedly inflicted burns on the private parts and inner thighs of a seven-year-old girl for bedwetting has been shockingly withdrawn.

According to eyewitnesses, the suspect is a resident of Mamobi in the Ayawaso North Municipality.

The eyewitnesses alleged that the suspect heated a metal object and placed it on the private part of the victim as punishment.

The victim’s injuries drew the attention of school authorities. Following up on the incident, they discovered it had been kept discreet.

The case was later reported to the Nima Division of the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) following growing community concern.

Sarki Musah Umar, a youth leader who was the complainant, withdrew the case on Monday, citing intense pressure from the victim’s family and community leaders.

Speaking in an interview, Sarki Musah Umar stated, “Financially I was incapable because I was the only one spending money from going to the hospital to the police station.” 

Meanwhile, Imam Abdul Razak Iddriss of the Hamburg Mosque in Mamobi has called on Ghanaians to intervene in the issue.

“No matter how poor you are, it is better to have your children closer to you and care for them. Only a few children who grow up with guardians excel in life”, he stated.

He further disclosed that GH¢2,000 had been raised to support the victim’s medical care.

Nima’s DOVVSU has confirmed the case had been withdrawn, but said they were monitoring the situation.

In related news, the Airport Divisional Domestic Violence and Victim Support Unit (DOVVSU)  has arrested two nannies for shockingly drugging twin toddlers with a sleep-inducing substance in East Legon.

The suspects have been identified as Francisca Boakye, 30, a student nurse from Konongo in the Ashanti Region, and Harriet Ansah, 31, from Jasikan in the Oti Region.

The two were arrested after the mother of the twins filed a complaint in September 2025.

Superintendent Juliana Obeng, Head of the Public Affairs Unit, during a press briefing, revealed the mother reported observing unusual drowsiness and behavioural changes in her two-year-old twin boys, which prompted further enquiries.

It was revealed that the nannies were administering an unidentified sleep-inducing substance into the children’s milk without the mother’s consent.

Superintendent Obeng stated, “They claim the substance made the children sleep for extended hours so they could attend to other household chores”.

Police investigations revealed Harriet Ansah admitted to the act and claimed she learned the practice from her Francisca Boakye.

Harriet Ansah further revealed that she had subjected the children to other abuse by striking their heads with a fire and calling them chimpanzees.

Following a search in the suspects’ living quarters, two used sachets and four unused sachets containing substances were retrieved.

Francisca Boakye and Harriet Ansah have both been charged with the appropriate offences and are currently in police custody, expected to reappear before the court on 20th October 2025.

Superintendent Obeng further condemned the inhumane treatment of the children as deplorable and unacceptable.

“We urge all parents and guardians to be extra vigilant in the supervision of domestic staff, especially those left in charge of vulnerable persons such as children,” she added.

Ofori-Atta, Rev Ammishaddai, four others to face charges in SML-GRA contract – OSP

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Ofori-Atta, Rev Ammishaddai, four others to face charges in SML-GRA contract – OSP

The Special Prosecutor (SP), Kissi Agyebeng, has announced that he will press charges against several individuals implicated in the controversial SML revenue assurance contracts.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, 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, are expected to be charged before the end of November 2025.

The OSP decision comes after months of investigations uncovering alleged acts of corruption, abuse of office, and breaches of procurement laws in the award and execution of the SML-GRA contracts.

Kissi Agyebeng detailed that the evidence gathered points to criminal conduct on the part of some officials.

The OSP is expected to formally announce the specific charges and commence legal proceedings in the coming days.

Kissi Agyebeng also declared the controversial revenue assurance contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and SML (Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited) as needless.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the OSP comprehensive investigation concluded there was “no genuine need” for the contract.

Addressing a press conference on Thursday, October 30, revealed,  “There was no genuine need for contracting SML for the obligations it’s purported to perform”.

He stressed were “secured for SML through self-serving official patronage, sponsorship [and] promotion based on false and unverified claims.”

The OSP’s investigation painted a picture of non-compliance with Ghana’s public financial laws, revealing that the SML contracts were attended by egregious statutory breaches, adding that“mandatory prior approvals were wantonly disregarded by relevant officials who acted with increased and emboldened impunity.”

The most alarming finding revolved around the mechanism for payments made to SML. The probe uncovered a substantial failure in the public financial management system responsible for oversight and accountability.

The Special Prosecutor discovered “there was no established financial management system of monitoring and verification to ensure that the Republic was obtaining the value for the money it was paying to SML.”

“Crucially, the investigation concluded that the payments to SML were set on an “automatic mode, detached from actual performance”, a scenario which, according to the OSP, directly resulted in “causing financial loss to the public”.

This suggests a system where public funds were disbursed based on a calendar schedule rather than verified results or deliverables achieved by SML, indicating a severe failure in contract management and oversight within the GRA and the Ministry of Finance”.

Furthermore, Kissi Agyebeng has named former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as the chief patron, supporter, and promoter of the SML deal.

In a detailed press briefing, Kissi Agyebeng revealed that the SML (Strategic Mobilisation 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.

“Ken Ofori-Atta, chief patron, supporter, and promoter of the SML deal” – OSP

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“Ken Ofori-Atta, chief patron, supporter, and promoter of the SML deal” – OSP

The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has named former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as the chief patron, supporter, and promoter of the SML deal.

In a detailed press briefing, Kissi Agyebeng revealed that the SML (Strategic Mobilisation 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 emphasised 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 Mobilisation 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.

Speaking to the media, he stated, “There was no genuine need for contracting SML for the work it purported to perform”.

Kissi Agyabeng described the SML agreements as blighted by statutory breaches.

He added that the GRA failed to submit the full agreements between SML and its third-party collaborators, “GRA failed to submit the agreement between SML and other parties, such omissions violated public procurement and governance protocols”.

Meanwhile, Martin Kpebu, a private legal practitioner, has slammed the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, for sitting aloof and allowing the former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta leave the country.

Lawyer Kpebu accused Kissi Agyebeng of being incompetent’ handling of Ofori-Atta extradition case.

Speaking on Eyewitness News, Mr Kpebu stated, “The fact that Kissi sat on his hands and allowed Ofori-Atta to go out is the genesis of all of this problem. There was no way you could live in Ghana and not see that there would be a case against Ofori-Atta. The corruption was stinking all over.

Every time I sat on TV, I kept saying that we borrow, and Akufo-Addo and Ofori-Atta are becoming rich, they are taking our money.

Akufo-Addo and Ofori-Atta were taking our money; we could see. It was clear that Ofori-Atta and Akufo-Addo have questions to answer. So how Kissi could have sat down for Ofori-Atta to leave this country is what Kissi must answer. It shows incompetence — extreme incompetence,” he said.

Martin Kpebu further noted that after the 2024 election, NDC foot soldiers started calling for the closure of the airport, but the Special Prosecutor failed to act swiftly.

He explained, “After the elections, NDC foot soldiers started crying that ‘close the airports.’ When foot soldiers say close the airport, my understanding of it is that if you have any cases against these appointees, call them in. Arrest them and ask them to post bail.

Everybody knew from the fact that whenever we borrowed, Ken Ofori-Atta’s company, Data Bank, was making money. Everybody knew that. Ofori-Atta knew that he would have issues to answer, so I don’t understand how Ofori-Atta could have left this country without knowing that there was any case against him. And it was OSP that said they had never called him for any investigation.

So, is it right that Ofori-Atta, when he was leaving, did not know that there was a single case against him? The more this topic comes up, the more it shows that Kissi wasn’t just up to the task on this Ofori-Atta case,” he added.

“There was no genuine need for SML contract” – OSP

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“There was no genuine need for SML contract” – OSP

Kissi Agyebeng, the Special Prosecutor, has declared the controversial revenue assurance contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and SML (Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited) as needless.

According to Kissi Agyebeng, the OSP comprehensive investigation concluded there was “no genuine need” for the contract.

Addressing a press conference on Thursday, October 30, revealed,  “There was no genuine need for contracting SML for the obligations it’s purported to perform”.

He stressed were “secured for SML through self-serving official patronage, sponsorship [and] promotion based on false and unverified claims.”

The OSP’s investigation painted a picture of non-compliance with Ghana’s public financial laws, revealing that the SML contracts were attended by egregious statutory breaches, adding that“mandatory prior approvals were wantonly disregarded by relevant officials who acted with increased and emboldened impunity.”

The most alarming finding revolved around the mechanism for payments made to SML. The OSP’s probe uncovered a significant failure in the public financial management system responsible for oversight and accountability.

The Special Prosecutor discovered “there was no established financial management system of monitoring and verification to ensure that the Republic was obtaining the value for the money it was paying to SML.”

“Crucially, the investigation concluded that the payments to SML were set on an “automatic mode, detached from actual performance”, a scenario which, according to the OSP, directly resulted in “causing financial loss to the public”.

This suggests a system where public funds were disbursed based on a calendar schedule rather than verified results or deliverables achieved by SML, indicating a severe failure in contract management and oversight within the GRA and the Ministry of Finance”.

Meanwhile, the Special Prosecutor’s office is expected to proceed with prosecution against all culpable officials.

Furthermore, Kissi Agyebeng has named former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta as the chief patron, supporter, and promoter of the SML deal.

In a detailed press briefing, Kissi Agyebeng revealed that the SML (Strategic Mobilisation 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 emphasised 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 Mobilisation 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.

Ex-Buffer Stock CEO and wife granted GH₵150m bail

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Ex-Buffer Stock CEO and wife granted GH₵150m bail

Hannan Abdul-Wahab and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, have both been granted bail totalling GHS150 million in the Buffer Stock trial.

Hannan Abdul-Wahab and his wife, Faiza Seidu Wuni, pleaded not guilty to 24 counts of stealing, defrauding by false pretences, intentional dissipation of public funds, money laundering, and using public office for profit.

The case was presided over by Justice Audrey Kocuvi-Tay at the High Court in Accra.

Hannan Abdul-Wahab was granted bail in the sum of GHS100 million with six sureties; he is to four with landed property. The court also ordered him to be placed on a stop-list at all entry and exit points in the country.

Faiza Seidu Wuni, the second accused, was separately granted bail in the sum of GHS50 million with four sureties.

Three of whom are to be justified with landed property within the Court’s jurisdiction.

Also, both are expected to deposit copies of their Ghana Cards and are required to inform and update the Court of any change in address.

Additionally, the accused must report to the investigator every Wednesday until the final determination of the case.

The high court directed that disclosures be filed by 27th November at 9:00 a.m.

Dr Justice Srem-Sai, the Deputy Attorney-General during the trial, did not oppose bail, but asked the Court to take into account the gravity and nature of the offences.

He labelled them as white-collar crimes involving more than GHS115 million.

Joseph Dindiok Kpemka, the counsel for the accused, urged the Court to grant bail, arguing that both suspects are a married couple with young children and have fully cooperated with EOCO investigations

Meanwhile, the case has been adjourned for a Case Management Conference on November 27, 2025.

Additionally, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, the Attorney General and Minister of Justice, has filed twenty-four criminal charges against the former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food and Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, and four others.

Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba and four others have been accused of offences involving stealing, money laundering, and causing financial loss to the state.

The court documents filed at the Accra High Court mention Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, Faiza Seidu Wuni, Richard Sam-Asante (currently at large), The Aludiba Foundation, and Energy Partners Limited as the accused persons.

Hanan Abdul-Wahab and his wife, and three others, have been charged with multiple offences, including stealing, money laundering, and causing over GHC 300 million in financial loss to the state.

The five are facing 24 counts of various offences, which include “stealing, conspiracy, defrauding by false pretences, and the willful dissipation of public funds, in violation of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29) and the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

The charge sheet filed by the AG alleged that Abdul-Wahab, as NAFCO CEO from February 2017 to February 2025, diverted over GH¢50.8 million of company funds under the guise of payments to a supplier.

Abdul-Wahab also transferred an additional GH¢5.49 million to his own company, Aludiba Enterprise, for the supply of food items to NAFCO.

Co-accused Faiza Seidu Wuni is alleged to have laundered more than GH¢13.2 million through her firm, Fa-Hausa Ventures, and caused a further GH¢4.4 million loss to the state.

The Aludiba Foundation and Energy Partners Limited, linked to Abdul-Wahab, have also been charged with receiving and laundering proceeds.

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“If anti-LGBTQ bill is not assented to, I will not come back to Parliament again” – Ho West MP vows 

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“If anti-LGBTQ bill is not assented to, I will not come back to Parliament again” – Ho West MP vows 

Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah, the Member of Parliament for Ho West, has vowed not to return to Parliament if the Proper Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill (anti-LGBTQ bill) is not assented to.

According to the Ho West MP, he has a moral principle to the next generation’s unborn.

Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on October 29, 2025, Emmanuel Kwasi Bedzrah stated, “If it’s not assented to, I will not come back to Parliament again. This is a live studio, and I’m saying it. I’ve even told my colleagues and everybody that if it’s not passed and assented to, I’ll not come back. What do I come to do? If I don’t have a moral principle to my generation’s unborn, then what am I doing?”

“That is my whole life. We must defend our principles. Some of us are in Parliament not just for politics but for the moral and social advancement of this country,” he indicated.

He asked, “He has never come to us as sponsors to propose any amendment or even hold discussions on it. I’m surprised that the same person now stands in Parliament advocating for the bill. What kind of double tongue is this?”

“We meet as eight members to agree on how to go about this business. When he brought those amendments, he lost miserably,” he explained.

Meanwhile, Mahama Ayariga, the Majority Leader in Parliament, has revealed that President John Dramani Mahama is fully prepared to assent to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

He revealed that President John Mahama told him he would not hesitate to sign an anti-LBGTQ+ bill if parliament passes the bill. 

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on October 28, 2025, during a debate on the anti-LGBTQ bill, which has been reintroduced in the House, the Majority leader stated, “I’m told that the bill was never transmitted to the Presidency. So, if the bill was not transmitted to the Presidency to be assented to after it had been passed by this House, Mr Speaker, it creates quite a legal issue”.

“… Let me give every assurance that we are ready to pass this bill as a House on this side. And let me also give you assurance that I have personally spoken with the president and he has no hesitation to sign if this Parliament should pass the bill, unlike his predecessor, who did everything to not give assent to this bill”.

Including threatening parliament, I am surprised that a sitting president has threatened the legislature, and nothing has been done about it”, he added.

Also, Speaker Bagbin, on the floor of Parliament, explained that the bill, which was first introduced during the Eighth Parliament, had to be reintroduced in the Ninth Parliament.

He detailed that parliamentary procedures do not allow for the automatic transfer of unpassed legislation between sessions.

Speaker Bagbin highlighted that the legislative process encountered some setbacks with the former president’s refusal to assent to the bill, and also debates over whether the current administration should adopt it as a government-sponsored bill.

However, the Speaker explained that both the Majority and Minority sides have shown strong bipartisan support.

He further indicated that President Mahama is willing to give assent once it is passed.

Alban Bagbin stated, “We understand the expectations and the passion surrounding this bill”.

“What we are doing is to ensure that when it is passed, it will stand the test of time and be implemented effectively.”

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“Minority turning the country into a Kotoko, Hearts of Oak supporters union” – Ansa-Asare

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“Minority turning the country into a Kotoko, Hearts of Oak supporters union” – Ansa-Asare

Kwaku Ansa-Asare, the former Director of the Ghana School of Law has said the minority in parliament are turning the country into a Kotoko, Hearts of Oak supporters union.

Speaking on JOY News, Kwaku Ansa-Asare explained, “The Minority is turning the country into an Asante Kotoko – Accra Hearts of Oak supporters union. You know, in football, when you have two teams, Asante Kotoko and Accra Hearts of Oak, and they are playing against each other, the supporters of each team will do everything possible to ensure that their team wins.

They will even go to the extent of bribing referees, intimidating opponents, and doing all sorts of things to ensure that their team wins.

That is exactly what the Minority is doing now. They are trying to intimidate the Majority, they are trying to bribe the Speaker, they are trying to do all sorts of things to ensure that their candidate does not get vetted. But I think that the Majority should stand firm and ensure that the vetting process goes on as scheduled”.

He further added, “The legal issues that the Minority is talking about are not relevant to the vetting process. The vetting process is about the suitability of the candidate for the position of Chief Justice. It is not about the legal issues surrounding the removal of the former Chief Justice. Those issues will be resolved in court, and they have nothing to do with the vetting process. The Minority is just using those issues as an excuse to delay the vetting process.”

Kwaku Ansa-Asare, “Well, perception is one thing, but the reality is another. The reality is that the vetting process is a constitutional requirement, and it must be carried out regardless of the perception. The Minority cannot be allowed to hold the country to ransom because of their perception. The Majority must stand firm and ensure that the vetting process goes on as scheduled”.

His comments come following the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Minority in Parliament has filed a motion seeking to halt the proceedings on the nomination of Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie as Chief Justice.

According to the minority motion, all pending legal cases concerning the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo must be resolved first.

The minority in the motion cited Articles 110(1), 125–127, 144(1) and 146 of the 1992 Constitution and relevant Standing Orders.

They called on Parliament to suspend the Appointments Committee’s vetting and plenary debate or approval processes.

The minority motion noted multiple ongoing cases, including an ECOWAS Court suit (No. ECW/CCJ/APP/32/25) and other applications before the Supreme Court and High Court.

In their motion, they further requested that Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister for Justice to appear before Parliament to provide a comprehensive briefing.

Also, they are seeking clarification on Ghana’s obligations under regional treaties relevant to the ECOWAS Court proceedings.

Meanwhile, before the minority motion, Parliament’s Appointments Committee had earlier announced Monday, November 10, 2025, to vet Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie for the position of Chief Justice of the Republic of Ghana.

The official notice revealed the session will begin at 11:00 a.m. in Committee Rooms 1, 2, and 3 at the New Administration Block.

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“Animalistic behaviour” – Rashid Tanko fumes over military officer assault

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“Animalistic behaviour” – Rashid Tanko fumes over military officer assault

Rashid Tanko Computer, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC), has weighed in on the military officer’s assault of a pharmacist and a female customer at a pharmacy.

Tanko Computer described the assault of a pharmacist and a customer at a pharmacy as an animalistic behaviour exhibited by the military officer.

According to him, the military force cannot get away with that kind of animalistic behaviour, and Ghanaians won’t allow this thing to slide.

Speaking on JoyNews AM Show on October 30, 2025, Tanko expressed his outrage, “He can’t get away with this animalistic behaviour. We won’t allow this thing to slide, not at all. The military high command must up its game and ensure this does not happen again”.

“We must monitor closely what goes on across social media and other platforms. This is an exciting time to be a Ghanaian people are speaking up, and we must ensure justice is done,” he said.

The military man has been identified as Williams Mensah. His arrest comes after he assaulted a drugstore attendant and a female customer at a pharmacy in Burma Camp in civilian clothes.

In the CCTV footage going viral on social media, the alleged military man is seen slapping both the woman and the pharmacy attendant.

The information gathered suggests, the military officer demanded a refund of about ₵65 after rejecting the medication he had sent a boy to purchase on his behalf.

The pharmacy attendant reportedly informed him that the drugs sold are not returnable, which irritated the man and led him to assault both the attendant and the woman.

In the viral video, the military officer pushed the female customer on the chest when the phone pull out her phone to record him. He then slapped the female twice before taking his aim at the pharmacy attendant.

It is unclear what triggered his anger in the video, but his violent actions left the attendant and the woman visibly distraught.

Furthermore, the  Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has confirmed the arrest of the soldier captured in a viral video assaulting a drug store attendant and a female customer.

In a statement signed by Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin, Acting Director General of Public Relations for the GAF, she assured Ghanaians of Justice in the pharmacy assault case.

Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin, in the statement, noted that the said military officer was arrested on Thursday, October 30, 2025, by the Ghana Military Police.

Part of the military statement read, “The suspect is assisting in the investigation over the incident,” the statement said, adding that the victims “have undergone medical attention and are also assisting with investigations.”

“The Ghana Armed Forces assures the general public that it will not condone any acts of assault on civilians and will not shield any soldier engaged in such,” Captain Arhin said.

Meanwhile, the Pharmaceutical Society of Ghana has issued a public statement condemning the assault of a pharmacy attendant and a female customer by WO1 Mensah Williams at the e-Pride Pharmacy in Burma Camp.

The PSGH has also extended its solidarity to the victims of the violent attack and implored police, together with the Ghana Armed Forces, for a transparent investigation and prosecution of the officer involved.

Former NSA boss Osei Assibey placed on stop list, granted ₵800m bail

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Former NSA boss Osei Assibey placed on stop list, granted ₵800m bail

Osei-Assibey Antwi, the former Director-General of the National Service Authority (NSA), has been granted bail in the sum of GHC800 million, with six sureties.

The former NSA Director-General in court pleaded not guilty to all 14 counts of financial crimes brought against him by the state.

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.

His counsel claimed his client had been unjustly vilified in the media and maintained his innocence. The defence prayed the court for bail, labelling the accused as a respected public servant.

The Deputy Attorney General did not oppose the bail but urged the court to consider the gravity of the offences.

The court has ordered the prosecution to file all disclosures.

The case is now scheduled to continue on December 2, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

The Former Director-General of the National Service Authority is accused of authorising payments to over 60,000 non-existent national service personnel and misappropriating public funds.

The former NSS boss is facing multiple counts under sections “179A(1) and 124(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29) and section 1(2)(c) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

Prosecutors allege that the former NSA boss “willfully caused financial loss of GH¢500,861,744.02 to the Republic by authorising the payment of allowances to over 60,000 “ghost” service personnel between August 2021 and February 2025. Also facing six counts of stealing.

The theft includes, “GH¢3.6 million on August 22, 2023, GH¢516,000 each on September 11, October 26, and November 23, 2023, GH¢1.03 million on December 18, 2023, GH¢2.06 million on May 14, 2024.

He has also been accused of transferring GH¢8.26 into his personal account.

The charge sheet also cites “unauthorised withdrawals from the Kumawu Farm Project account (No. 1018631542212), amounting to GH¢74 million”.

Also, Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, has revealed that the National Service ghost names scandal now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not GHC548 million.

According to the Attorney General, following a forensic audit by the Auditor-General, a new figure of GHC2.2 billion has been uncovered to be the amount of money stolen.

He revealed that, per this new information, the charge sheet against the suspects will be amended for fresh charges to be brought against these suspects.

Speaking at the press briefing on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Dr Dominic Ayine added, “ I wish to announce that the Auditor-General has conducted a forensic audit into the National Service scandal, and the total amount of money stolen or illegally spent now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not the GHC548 million that was uncovered by my investigators as at June 2025.

I have here a copy of the Auditor-General’s report. We are going to base upon this in some cases and amend our charge sheet in other to bring fresh charges,” he stated.

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See the list of 34 MPs with a perfect attendance record in the 9th parliament

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See the list of 34 MPs with a perfect attendance record in the 9th parliament

The parliamentary attendance report of the parliament from January 7 to March 29 shows that only 34 members of parliament have a perfect attendance record in the ninth parliament.

The 34 MPs include,

Amankwa-Manu, Kofi (Atwima Kwanwoma)

Asante-Boateng, Kwaku (Asante Akim South)

Awuni, Theresa Lardi (Ms) (Okaikwei North)

Ayamba, Laadi Ayii (Hajia) (Pusiga)

Ayiku, Benjamin Narteh (Ledzokuku)

Adjei, Felicia (Ms) (Kintampo South)

Aidoo, Michael Kwasi (Oforikrom)

Akurugu, Faustina Elikplim (Mrs) (Dome-Kwabenya)

Alajor, Seidu Alhassan (Chereponi)

Alhassan, Suhuyini Sayibu (Alhaji) (Tamale North)

Amadu, Tanko Mustapha (Bia West)

Braimah, Bawah Muhammad (Alhaji) (Ejura Sekyeredumase)

Brefo, Bright Asamoah (Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai)

Bekoe, Frank Asiedu (Suhum)

Bandim, Abed-Nego A. Lamangin (Dr) (Bunkpurugu)

Dziwornu, Lawrencia (Ms) (Akuapem South

Gakpey, Kwame Dzudzorli (Keta)

Gyan-Mensah, Richard (Gomoa West)

Jajah, Yussif Issaka (Ayawaso North)

Larbi, Oscar Ofori (Aowin)

Mmieh, Anthony (Odotobri)

Salam, Damata Ama Appianimaa (Ms) (Afigya Kwabre South)

Shaib, Jerry Ahmed (Weija- Gbawe)

Sulemana, Yusif (Alhaji) (Bole Bamboi)

Toobu, Peter Lanchene (Supt Rtd) (Wa West)

William, Ntebe Ayo (Tatale- Sanguli)

Yibor, Isaac Awuku (Domeabra Obom)

Mohammed Sherif, Abdul-Khaliq (Dr) (Nanton)

Nandaya, Stanley Yaw (Wulensi)

Nikyema Billa, Alamzy (Chiana-Paga)

Nkansah-Boadu, Mavis (Mrs) (Afigya Sekyere East)

Ntoso, Helen Adjoa (Rev) (Krachi West)

Opoku, Isaac Yaw (Dr) (Offinso South)

Owusuah, Rachel Amma (Ms) (Dormaa East)

Also, the attendance record from the ninth parliament sitting from January and March 2025 has revealed the Members of Parliament (MPs) who recorded the highest number of absences during the House’s session in 2025.

The report covered 43 sitting of the ninth parliament from January and March 2025.

The attendance record from Parliament exposed the MP for Bortianor-Ngleshi, Amanfro Felix Akwetey Nii Okle, as the most absent lawmaker, missing 23 sittings, followed by the MP for Nkawkaw, missing 22 sittings and the Kumawu MP Ernest Yaw Anim, missing 21 sittings.

“Other MPs with high absentee rates include Col. Kwadwo Damoah (Rtd.) of Jaman South, who missed 19 sittings; Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, MP for Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam and Minister for Finance, who was absent 17 times; and Blay Nyameke Armah of Sekondi, who missed 16 sittings.

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, MP for North Tongu and Minister for Foreign Affairs, recorded 15 absences, while Dr Nana Ayew Afriyie (Effiduase-Asokore), Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah (Takoradi), and Kwaku Agyeman Kwarteng (Obuasi West) each missed 14 sittings”.

Also, “Sam Nartey George (Ningo-Prampram), Dr Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo (Wa Central) — Minister for Employment — and Francis-Xavier Sosu (Madina), were each absent 13 times”.

Meanwhile, Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has threatened Members of Parliament who fail to attend sittings.

According to him, the Members of Parliament who fail to attend sittings risk losing their seats.

Speaker Babgin revealed, he received attendance reports of the first and second sittings in parliament, but decided not to publish in the hope of the attendance improving.

Addressing the House on Wednesday, Mr Bagbin stated, “It looks like that was a catastrophic mistake I made,” the Speaker said. “I should have brought it out and referred members to the Privileges Committee.”

“I have given directives to the clerks at the table to take the records for this meeting. We will be taking action to compel members to sit or to be considered to have vacated their seats,” Mr Bagbin stressed.

GAF assures Ghanaians of justice following arrest of a soldier in a viral pharmacy video

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GAF assures Ghanaians of justice following arrest of a soldier in a viral pharmacy video

The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has confirmed the arrest of the soldier captured in a viral video assaulting a drug store attendant and a female customer.

In a statement signed by Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin, Acting Director General of Public Relations for the GAF, she assured Ghanaians of Justice in the pharmacy assault case.

Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin, in the statement, noted that the said military officer was arrested on Thursday, October 30, 2025, by the Ghana Military Police.

Part of the military statement read, “The suspect is assisting in the investigation over the incident,” the statement said, adding that the victims “have undergone medical attention and are also assisting with investigations.”

“The Ghana Armed Forces assures the general public that it will not condone any acts of assault on civilians and will not shield any soldier engaged in such,” Captain Arhin said.

The military man has been identified as Williams Mensah.

According to reports, the lady the military man slapped is the daughter of the former Provost Marshall of the Military Police.

Saddick Adams, in a post on X, wrote, “The lady assaulted by the Military officer at the Pharmacy is the daughter of the former Provost Marshall of the Military Police.

The Provost is essentially a senior military officer responsible for law enforcement, discipline, and security within the armed forces.

He coordinates or oversees all investigations into crimes involving military personnel”.

His arrest comes after he assaulted a drugstore attendant and a female customer at a pharmacy in Burma Camp in civilian clothes.

In the CCTV footage going viral on social media, the alleged military man is seen slapping both the woman and the pharmacy attendant.

The information gathered suggests, the military officer demanded a refund of about ₵65 after rejecting the medication he had sent a boy to purchase on his behalf.

The pharmacy attendant reportedly informed him that the drugs sold are not returnable, which irritated the man and led him to assault both the attendant and the woman.

In the viral video, the military officer pushed the female customer on the chest when the phone pull out her phone to record him. He then slapped the female twice before taking his aim at the pharmacy attendant.

It is unclear what triggered his anger in the video, but his violent actions left the attendant and the woman visibly distraught.

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Osei Assibey Antwi pleads not guilty to 14 counts in NSA scandal case

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Osei Assibey Antwi pleads not guilty to 14 counts in NSA scandal case

Former Director-General of the National Service Authority, Osei Assibey Antwi, has pleaded not guilty to 14 counts over 60,000 NSS ghost names charges.

Osei Assibey pleaded not guilty to 14 counts, including stealing, causing financial loss to the state, and money laundering in the NSS ghost names scandal.

The Former Director-General of the National Service Authority is

accused of authorising payments to over 60,000 non-existent national service personnel and misappropriating public funds.

The former NSS boss is facing multiple counts under sections “179A(1) and 124(1) of the Criminal Offences Act, 1960 (Act 29) and section 1(2)(c) of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044)”.

Prosecutors allege that the former NSA boss “willfully caused financial loss of GH¢500,861,744.02 to the Republic by authorising the payment of allowances to over 60,000 “ghost” service personnel between August 2021 and February 2025. Also facing six counts of stealing.

The theft includes, “GH¢3.6 million on August 22, 2023, GH¢516,000 each on September 11, October 26, and November 23, 2023, GH¢1.03 million on December 18, 2023, GH¢2.06 million on May 14, 2024.

He has also been accused of transferring GH¢8.26 into his personal account.

The charge sheet also cites “unauthorised withdrawals from the Kumawu Farm Project account (No. 1018631542212), amounting to GH¢74 million”.

Also, Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, has revealed that the National Service ghost names scandal now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not GHC548 million.

According to the Attorney General, following a forensic audit by the Auditor-General, a new figure of GHC2.2 billion has been uncovered to be the amount of money stolen.

He revealed that, per this new information, the charge sheet against the suspects will be amended for fresh charges to be brought against these suspects.

Speaking at the press briefing on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Dr Dominic Ayine added, “ I wish to announce that the Auditor-General has conducted a forensic audit into the National Service scandal, and the total amount of money stolen or illegally spent now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not the GHC548 million that was uncovered by my investigators as at June 2025.

I have here a copy of the Auditor-General’s report. We are going to base upon this in some cases and amend our charge sheet in other to bring fresh charges,” he stated.

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Police officers caught in a viral bribe video interdicted

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Police officers caught in a viral bribe video interdicted

The Bono Regional Police Command has interdicted Police Officers caught in a viral video allegedly taking money from motorists.

In a statement released by the Police on October 29, 2025 revealed that the police officers involved in the bribery allegation have been identified.

They have all been interdicted to allow for a thorough and impartial investigation into the incident.

The Bono Regional Police Command also revealed it has launched an investigation into a video circulating on social media, which reportedly shows police officers accepting bribes from motorists.

The Police command in the statement also assured the public of its commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and accountability among the Police service.

The police interdiction follows a road user in the Jaman North Municipal District who has exposed an alleged police extortion syndicate within the Jaman North Police Command, after an incident involving some officers caught demanding various payments from motorists for road infractions.

In a secretly recorded video, an officer is seen demanding an amount from the young man before another group accosted him for his resistance to comply with their demands.

The group subsequently demanded his smartphone and conducted a search for any video recordings before placing him under arrest.

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians have reacted to the Police statement saying, “@GhPoliceService which investigation again ?? U see clear evidence sanso dey talk about investigation, do u people see us as fools or wat ? Ebi diz kinda tins wey dey make de yute dey vex”.

“People don’t really understand the negative impact of bribes on a country. Assuming he’s been fined by the court for not having the right papers, he’ll pay into the government’s pocket, which will eventually be used to pay you, the worker, as well. So after pocketing, they expect to pay”, one more netizen wrote.

“Which enquiry arrested them, you say you have suspended them or were you the one that sent them? Because in the video, the leader said someone sent them”, one more X user wrote.

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“I will not banter with the judge, I will project the law” – Atta Akyea on SC ruling on Adu Boahene trial

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“I will not banter with the judge, I will project the law” – Atta Akyea on SC ruling on Adu Boahene trial

Atta Akyea, the legal counsel for the former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), Kwabena Adu-Boahene, has expressed disappointment following a Supreme Court ruling dismissing their motion.

The Supreme Court dismissed Adu Boahene’s legal team’s motion to prohibit Justice John Eugene Nyante Nyadu from presiding over the $49 million case.

The apex court unanimously dismissed the application to prohibit the presiding judge in the Kwabena Adu-Boahene trial from further hearing the case on grounds of bias.

The 5-member panel of justices of the apex court held that the application was without merit and did not meet the requirements to prohibit the trial judge.

According to Samuel Atta Akyea, he is disappointed with the court ruling, but he will not have a banter with the judge, as he will only project the law.

Speaking to journalists after the ruling, Lead Counsel for the accused, Samuel Atta Akyea, stated, “I am disappointed but not discouraged. We will see how the case will travel. The persuasion a judge should have is the law. I will not have a banter or fight with the judge. I am only going to project the law, and that doesn’t move me at all”.

It will be recalled that Samuel Atta Akyea, in court last week, walked out of the High Court in Accra after the trial judge, Justice Eugene Nyadu Nyantei, refused to grant an adjournment.

Adu Boahene, lead counsel, had informed the court that his team had filed an application at the Supreme Court seeking to prohibit Justice Nyantei from continuing with the trial.

Atta Akyea requested that the proceedings be halted until the Supreme Court ruled on the matter.

However, his request was opposed by the prosecution, led by Principal State Attorney Esi Dentaa Yankah, who stated, “There is no rule of law that says that proceedings must be halted in order for counsel for the accused to be excused to pursue an interlocutory injunction”.

She highlighted that the defence had repeatedly used such tactics to delay the case.

Ms Yankah added, “It seems that the trend is developing that at every given step of this case, one motion or another is filed and a request for stay is made”.

“And you have made it abundantly clear and in accordance with established case law that the pendency of an interlocutory matter doesn’t justify the stay of proceedings. In counsel’s instant oral application for stay, he hasn’t made any effort to convince the court of any special reason why today’s proceedings should not continue. I pray that his request, though made, be disregarded so that the case can proceed.”

Justice Nyantei, after hearing from both sides, ruled that the filing of a prohibition application at the Supreme Court was not enough reason to suspend the ongoing proceedings.

The Judge’s ruling made Atta Akyea visibly displeased, and he gathered his team and walked out of the courtroom.

The Judge, unfazed, ordered the prosecution’s second witness to take the stand and continue her testimony.

Justice Nyantei also instructed Mr Adu Boahene to either recall his lawyers to court or proceed to represent himself. Following a brief recess, the former NSB Director informed the court that he had been unable to reach his legal team.

The judge subsequently granted Adu Boahene’s request for an adjournment, with the case set to continue on October 30.

Adu Boahene and his legal team are now expected to face the Accra High Court after the Supreme Court unanimously dismissed their application. 

Kwabena Adu Boahene, his wife Angela Adjei-Boateng, and one other have been charged by the state for stealing, defrauding by false pretences, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit a crime.

According to the charge sheet, Kwabena Adu Boahene and his wife stole state funds to the tune of GHc 49 million.

The Attorney General, Dr Dominic Ayine, filed 11 charges against Kwabena Adu-Boahene and three others at the High Court in Accra.

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Ato Forson, Ablakwa, Sam George, others ‘fingered’ in the list of absentee MPs

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Ato Forson, Ablakwa, Sam George, others ‘fingered’ in the list of absentee MPs

The attendance record from the ninth parliament sitting from January and March 2025 has revealed the Members of Parliament (MPs) who recorded the highest number of absences during the House’s session in 2025.

The report covered 43 sitting of the ninth parliament from January and March 2025.

The attendance record from Parliament exposed the MP for Bortianor-Ngleshi, Amanfro Felix Akwetey Nii Okle, as the most absent lawmaker, missing 23 sittings, followed by the MP for Nkawkaw, missing 22 sittings and the Kumawu MP Ernest Yaw Anim, missing 21 sittings.

“Other MPs with high absentee rates include Col. Kwadwo Damoah (Rtd.) of Jaman South, who missed 19 sittings; Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, MP for Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam and Minister for Finance, who was absent 17 times; and Blay Nyameke Armah of Sekondi, who missed 16 sittings.

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, MP for North Tongu and Minister for Foreign Affairs, recorded 15 absences, while Dr Nana Ayew Afriyie (Effiduase-Asokore), Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah (Takoradi), and Kwaku Agyeman Kwarteng (Obuasi West) each missed 14 sittings”.

Also, “Sam Nartey George (Ningo-Prampram), Dr Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo (Wa Central) — Minister for Employment — and Francis-Xavier Sosu (Madina), were each absent 13 times”.

Meanwhile, Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has threatened Members of Parliament who fail to attend sittings.

According to him, the Members of Parliament who fail to attend sittings risk losing their seats.

Speaker Babgin revealed, he received attendance reports of the first and second sittings in parliament, but decided not to publish in the hope of the attendance improving.

Addressing the House on Wednesday, Mr Bagbin stated, “It looks like that was a catastrophic mistake I made,” the Speaker said. “I should have brought it out and referred members to the Privileges Committee.”

“I have given directives to the clerks at the table to take the records for this meeting. We will be taking action to compel members to sit or to be considered to have vacated their seats,” Mr Bagbin stressed.

Meanwhile, Mahama Ayariga, the Majority Leader in Parliament, has revealed that President John Dramani Mahama is fully prepared to assent to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

He revealed that President John Mahama told him he would not hesitate to sign an anti-LBGTQ+ bill if parliament passes the bill. 

Also, Speaker Bagbin, on the floor of Parliament, explained that the bill, which was first introduced during the Eighth Parliament, had to be reintroduced in the Ninth Parliament.

He detailed that parliamentary procedures do not allow for the automatic transfer of unpassed legislation between sessions.

Speaker Bagbin highlighted that the legislative process encountered some setbacks with the former president’s refusal to assent to the bill, and also debates over whether the current administration should adopt it as a government-sponsored bill.

However, the Speaker explained that both the Majority and Minority sides have shown strong bipartisan support.

He further indicated that President Mahama is willing to give assent once it is passed.

Alban Bagbin stated, “We understand the expectations and the passion surrounding this bill”.

“What we are doing is to ensure that when it is passed, it will stand the test of time and be implemented effectively.”

Dr Bawumia is the reason there’s no peace in the NPP – Asante Akim South MP

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Dr Bawumia is the reason there’s no peace in the NPP – Asante Akim South MP

The member of parliament for Asante Akim South, Kwaku Asante Boateng, has said the former vice president, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, is part of the reason there is no peace in the New Patriotic Party (NPP).

The Asante Akim South MP likened Dr Bawumia’s situation in the NPP to a stranger in a family who was brought into the family but was later made the successor, which causes conflict in the family.

According to the NPP member of parliament, Dr Bawumia was a stranger in the NPP who was brought in and made vice president and should have stepped aside after serving for eight years as vice president.

Speaking on Adom TV on the Badwam show, Hon. Kwaku Asante Boateng explained, “If there is a seat at home, and your uncle or brother is the one sitting on the seat, you know that when he dies, you are next in line. But later, they go and bring someone who is not part of the family, saying that when the Chief die, he is going to replace him. This brings conflict in the family; this is the issue happening in the NPP.

We went to bring the stranger (Bawumia) and gave him a position as vice president, even though there were people who could have also been vice president”.

When asked what Dr Bawumia should have done after serving as vice president, he added, “ I feel Dr Bawumia should have pulled himself away and later return, which would not have brought out the internal conflicts”.

He is a factor of the NPP internal conflict; he is a part of it.  Are we saying that at the party will not get any Northerner who has been with the party for so long for that position?, It was about recognition that was why he was called”, he added.   

In related NPP news, three individuals from the campaign of Bryan Acheampong, one of the flagbearer aspirants for the upcoming NPP primaries, have launched a verbal attack on Dr Bawumia over what they described as a measly GHC50 given to them as a transportation fee.

The 3 who hail from Abetifi, Bryan’s constituency, openly declared their allegiance to him in a viral video while expressing unwarranted anger at the campaign team of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia.

According to them, they spent more than 90 cedis on their transport to attend the campaign event, but were only given 50 cedis.

They claimed that some NPP delegates in other areas received GHC 100, calling it a sign of disrespect.

The delegates are now rallying behind Hon. Bryan Acheampong, urging all Abetifi delegates to vote massively for him in the upcoming NPP presidential primaries.

Speaking in a viral video, the NPP delegates stated, “ We rushed to Kwahu Tafo because they told us that Bawumia should come. When we got there, they gave us 50 cedis. When we said 50 cedis would not be enough for our transportation, they said Dr Bryan Acheampon had spoiled us with money.

When there is money and a person, we will choose the money and leave the person. We took the car in and out, and you gave us 50 cedis”.

They further added, “We are not fools to vote for someone who does not have respect for people. Opare Ansah gave the Suhum people 100 cedis, and they gave the Abetifi constituency 50 cedis. They have insulted us.

I am standing on this 50 cedis, if the Abetifi do not vote for Dr Bryan Acheampong, I will curse all of you”.  Another suggested they will burn the town”.

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OSP raids Dr Sledge’s Trassaco residence over $94m MIIF Probe

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OSP raids Dr Sledge’s Trassaco residence over $94m MIIF Probe

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has stormed the Trassaco residence of Nana Yaw Duodu, also known as Dr Sledge and his East Legon offices of Goldridge Company Limited.

The OSP raids follow ongoing investigations into the $94 million Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) gold trade programme.

According to the OSP, the raid was conducted under warrants issued by the High Court in Accra, which target suspected corruption and corruption-related offences.

The OSP search led to the seizure of luxury vehicles, jewellery, firearms, and documents connected to landed properties linked to the $94m MIIF Probe.

A post by the OSP on social media read, “As part of ongoing investigations, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) today conducted searches at the Trassaco residence of Nana Yaw Duodu, also known as Dr Sledge, and at the East Legon offices of Goldridge Company Limited. The searches were carried out under warrants issued by the High Court in Accra.

Nana Yaw Duodu is under investigation for suspected corruption and corruption-related offences linked to the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) gold trade programme, which allegedly caused a loss of US$94 million to the State.

The OSP’s Asset Recovery and Management Team seized several items, including luxury vehicles, jewellery, weapons, and documents relating to landed properties”.

It will be recalled that, in September, Dr Sledge was detained by the OSP after he reportedly failed to meet bail conditions.

He was later released from the custody of the OSP after meeting his bail conditions on Monday, September 29.

Dr Sledge is under investigation for suspected corruption and corruption-related offences linked to the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF), gold trade programme.

In February 2025, the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, revealed the probe into the alleged corruption at the MIIF, alleging that over $94 million in state funds were lost through Goldridge Refinery’s failure to honour trade settlements under the Gold for Oil initiatives.

Meanwhile, the Minerals Income Investment Fund has said its internal investigations on the 90 million loss showed the fund disbursed the cedi equivalent of $30 million in three tranches of $10 million each to Goldridge.

They also explained that the its participation Gold for Oil programme did not involve any direct capital outlay from the fund.

Reports suggest the arrangement generated about $650 million in foreign exchange between February and September 2024.

Some Ghanaians reacting to the OSP raid stated, “This is why the political class wants the office to be scrapped. They are afraid of an independent and autonomous institution that doesn’t need the AG to prosecute. Ghana needs the OSP now and forever”.

“Good job. Keep chasing the bad boys. It looks like Nana Addo and Bawumia ran a free-range government from 2017 to 2025, where there was a corruption competition among its affiliates. Corruption issues related to the Agyapade3 mafia government are becoming too many”, another netizen added.

An X user also added, “We know you’ve faced some backlash in recent times, but on this one, you’ve done a good job so far, with the needed speed. @KevinEkowTaylor, kindly acknowledge the OSP when he does some good work”.

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DVLA boss to appear before OSP on October 31 over GH¢4m bribe allegations

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DVLA boss to appear before OSP on October 31 over GH¢4m bribe allegations

Chief Executive Officer of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Julius Neequaye Kotey, has confirmed receiving an invitation from the Office of the Special Prosecutor.

According to reports, the DVLA boss is set to appear before officials on Friday, October 31, 2025.

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) invitation comes after the DVLA boss revealed he rejected a GH¢4 million bribe to stop implementing the new Digitalised Vehicle Registration Plate (DP) policy.

The DVLA boss, in an interview, revealed some powerful individuals had tried to influence him to abandon the initiative.

According to the OSP, it is seeking further information from the DVLA boss to verify the allegation and identify those purportedly involved in the GH¢4 million bribery attempt.

The DVLA boss was quoted by Angel TV Ghana to have stated, “ I rejected GHS4 m bribery cash to stop implementing the new DP plate policy”.

Meanwhile, Julius Neequaye Kotey and the technical team have outlined the upcoming nationwide vehicle registration reforms, aimed at modernising the system, enhancing security, and addressing longstanding issues like plate abuse and data inaccuracies.

The DVLA Justifications for the New System include,

Database Cleanup: Builds a credible, updated vehicle registry to tackle stolen/unaccustomed vehicles and fraud (e.g., easy plate duplication from garages).

State-Controlled Printing: Plates will be produced in-house by DVLA (not private entities) after verification, reducing unauthorised access.

Owner Identification: Links plates to verified owners to boost public safety, crime prevention (e.g., vehicles in crimes), road enforcement, and regional harmonisation (e.g., ECOWAS integration).

Best Practices: Aligns with global standards for reliable data and anti-fraud measures.

Some Ghanaians have reacted to the DVLA boss’s comments, saying, “If you really mean to fight corruption, you take it further by reporting to the security agencies and not just tell us”.

Another netizen added, “Where’s the proof?Anumdwa nkoaa na y3 Ghanafo)

If indeed you were giving that cash and u rejected, come with at 1 / 2 SOLID evidence. We’ve gone past those days when people brag about their patriotism just for popularity and sympathy. Mention names. Give us something concrete”.

“Where’s the proof? You should be reporting to the appropriate agency, and that person or group should be facing the law by now. If you didn’t do that, then spare us the propaganda and seeking public sympathy after you embarrassed yourself at the committee”, another netizen wrote.

Meanwhile, Julius Neequaye Kotey has broken his silence about his clash with Abena Osei Asare, the Chairperson of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

According to the DVLA boss, he chose not to argue back during the Public Accounts Committee engagement.

He highlighted that he didn’t want to be disrespectful, so he chose not to argue back.

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Watch how military man in viral pharmacy assault video was picked up

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Watch how military man in viral pharmacy assault video was picked up

A military man in the viral pharmacy assault video has been arrested by the military police.

According to reports, the lady the military man slapped is the daughter of the former Provost Marshall of the Military Police.

The military man has been identified as Williams Mensah.

Saddick Adams, in a post on X, wrote, “The lady assaulted by the Military officer at the Pharmacy is the daughter of the former Provost Marshall of the Military Police.

The Provost is essentially a senior military officer responsible for law enforcement, discipline, and security within the armed forces.

He coordinates or oversees all investigations into crimes involving military personnel”.

The military man has been identified as Williams Mensah.

His arrest comes after he assaulted a drugstore attendant and a female customer at a pharmacy in Burma Camp in civilian clothes.

In the CCTV footage going viral on social media, the alleged military man is seen slapping both the woman and the pharmacy attendant.

The information gathered suggests, the military officer demanded a refund of about ₵65 after rejecting the medication he had sent a boy to purchase on his behalf.

The pharmacy attendant reportedly informed him that the drugs sold are not returnable, which irritated the man and led him to assault both the attendant and the woman.

In the viral video, the military officer pushed the female customer on the chest when the phone pull out her phone to record him. He then slapped the female twice before taking his aim at the pharmacy attendant.

It is unclear what triggered his anger in the video, but his violent actions left the attendant and the woman visibly distraught.

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians have reacted to the viral CCTV footage shared on social media, calling for the arrest of the alleged military man.

One netizen stated, “ Things like this sometimes you question civilisation because someone like this man deserves to be publicly flogged if he can’t control his temper. Imagine what his wife and family have to deal with at home? Jail is too kind of a punishment…!!!! He must be found ASAP, he shouldn’t sleep at all”.

“@GhPoliceService, so if the attendant had a licensed gùn and used it as self-defence in such a situation, will he be arrested? Please advise”, one more netizen wrote,

A netizen wrote, “Jail this twat, society will be better without the likes of him. Unpopular opinion but Y’all could learn something from this. A phone or camera is not a shield from madness or imminent danger. Secure yourself and make sure you are safe before you pull that thing out to record. “Camera man never dies” is true only on the internet”.

“The lady was being recklessly brave. How do you pull out your phone to visibly start recording a madman on a rampage at such a close range? That’s how people got severely wounded or killed by ‘kwashee boys’ oo. He could have even destroyed her phone. Wisdom is key”, one Ghanaian wrote.

Additionally, a netizen added, “The sad part about most cases involving military personnel assaulting civilians is that they often get swept under the carpet. They’ll arrest him, yes, but we’ll never hear about how the case ends”.

“I’m really looking forward to the aftermath of this barbarism. Nobody is ever above the law to act in this despicable manner. Where is the IGP, President or head of armed forces? This man should really face the law for his actions”, a X user wrote.

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Watch CCTV footage of alleged military officer assaulting a pharmacy attendant and a female customer

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Watch CCTV footage of alleged military officer assaulting a pharmacy attendant and a female customer

A man, allegedly described as a military officer in civilian clothes, has assaulted a drugstore attendant and a female customer at a pharmacy in Burma Camp.

In the CCTV footage going viral on social media, the alleged military man is seen slapping both the woman and the pharmacy attendant.

The information gathered suggests, the military officer demanded a refund of about ₵65 after rejecting the medication he had sent a boy to purchase on his behalf.

The pharmacy attendant reportedly informed him that the drugs sold are not returnable, which irritated the man and led him to assault both the attendant and the woman.

In the viral video, the military officer pushed the female customer on the chest when the phone pull out her phone to record him. He then slapped the female twice before taking his aim at the pharmacy attendant.

It is unclear what triggered his anger in the video, but his violent actions left the attendant and the woman visibly distraught.

Meanwhile, some Ghanaians have reacted to the viral CCTV footage shared on social media, calling for the arrest of the alleged military man.

One netizen stated, “ Things like this sometimes you question civilisation because someone like this man deserves to be publicly flogged if he can’t control his temper. Imagine what his wife and family have to deal with at home? Jail is too kind of a punishment…!!!! He must be found ASAP, he shouldn’t sleep at all”.

“@GhPoliceService, so if the attendant had a licensed gùn and used it as self-defence in such a situation, will he be arrested? Please advise”, one more netizen wrote,

A netizen wrote, “Jail this twat, society will be better without the likes of him. Unpopular opinion but Y’all could learn something from this. A phone or camera is not a shield from madness or imminent danger. Secure yourself and make sure you are safe before you pull that thing out to record. “Camera man never dies” is true only on the internet”.

“The lady was being recklessly brave. How do you pull out your phone to visibly start recording a madman on a rampage at such a close range? That’s how people got severely wounded or killed by ‘kwashee boys’ oo. He could have even destroyed her phone. Wisdom is key”, one Ghanaian wrote.

Additionally, a netizen added, “The sad part about most cases involving military personnel assaulting civilians is that they often get swept under the carpet. They’ll arrest him, yes, but we’ll never hear about how the case ends”.

“I’m really looking forward to the aftermath of this barbarism. Nobody is ever above the law to act in this despicable manner. Where is the IGP, President or head of armed forces? This man should really face the law for his actions”, a X user wrote.

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AG’s press conferences a political “playbook” designed to distract the public – Minority leader

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AG’s press conferences a political “playbook” designed to distract the public – Minority leader

Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the minority leader in parliament, has said the Attorney General’s frequent press conferences are a political “playbook” designed to distract the public.  

 The minority leader reminded the Attorney General and his deputy that their place is in the courtroom to combat corruption, not in the media.

Afenyo-Markin further condemned the Attorney General’s frequent press conferences regarding ongoing corruption investigations.

Speaking in an exclusive interview on JoyNews, Mr Afenyo-Markin explained, “Since they (NDC) assumed office, apart from the PR when they are hot, they only come and then announce a so-called corruption they are investigating somewhere. That’s their playbook now.

Anytime the government is under pressure, the Attorney General would do a press conference”, he claimed.

The minority leader added, “Attorney General’s place is in the court. My respected friend, the MP who is the Attorney General, and his deputy, I want them to know that their place is in a court.

When they are updating you and undermining the place of the court, and disrespecting the rights of people, pronouncing people guilty even before going to court.

Perhaps they are waiting for Baffoe Bonnie to become Chief Justice, so they can control the court, which I wonder how they are going to do that”.

The minority leader’s remarks follow those of Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, who revealed that the National Service ghost names scandal now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not GHC548 million.

According to the Attorney General, following a forensic audit by the Auditor-General, a new figure of GHC2.2 billion has been uncovered to be the amount of money stolen.

He revealed that, per this new information, the charge sheet against the suspects will be amended for fresh charges to be brought against these suspects.

Speaking at the press briefing on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Dr Dominic Ayine added, “ I wish to announce that the Auditor-General has conducted a forensic audit into the National Service scandal, and the total amount of money stolen or illegally spent now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not the GHC548 million that was uncovered by my investigators as at June 2025.

I have here a copy of the Auditor-General’s report. We are going to base upon this in some cases and amend our charge sheet in other to bring fresh charges,” he stated.

The Attorney General further revealed investigations are still ongoing in respect to the All African Games, Mathematical sets contract, Bank of Ghana new building, stadia renovation and the National Cathedral project.

“In the case of the National Cathedral, we have requested that the Auditor-General should conduct another forensic audit, and he is being helped by one of the big four accounting companies,” he remarked.

Also, Dr Ayine accused Abdul-Wahab Hanan Aludiba, a former Chief Executive Officer of the National Food and Buffer Stock Company, of acquiring luxury assets by misappropriating public funds during his tenure.

According to the Attorney General, the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) have traced several properties and bank transactions linked to Abdul-Wahab.

Speaking at the press briefing on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Dr Dominic Ayine detailed, “Seven entities linked to Mr Hanan Abdul-Wahab and his wife were used as vehicles to receive and to launder the proceeds of crime from Buffer Stock. The money laundering took the form of property acquisitions across the country, including real estate and luxury goods, using the same entities.

Bank documents obtained by the EOCO reveal that, within the period that the suspects operated the criminal enterprise, Mr Hanan Abdul-Wahab, his wife and their entities became the largest depositors of Republic Bank”.

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“I chose not to argue back during PAC engagement” – DVLA boss

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“I chose not to argue back during PAC engagement” – DVLA boss

Chief Executive Officer of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority, Julius Neequaye Kotey, has broken his silence about his clash with Abena Osei Asare, the Chairperson of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC).

According to the DVLA boss, he chose not to argue back during the Public Accounts Committee engagement.

He highlighted that he didn’t want to be disrespectful, so he chose not to argue back.

The heated exchange was about concerns raised PAC chair about privacy and data protection under the DVLA’s new digitisation initiative.

The DVLA is introducing number plates embedded with Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) chips.

According to the DVLA boss, the  RFID chips would enhance security and curb vehicle-related criminality.

The DVLA boss explained that the RFID-enabled plates would make it very difficult for external entities to tamper with or replicate vehicle information.

Nonetheless, PAC Chair Abena Osei Asare sought clarity on the scope of data to be embedded, whether the plates would bear vehicle owners’ surnames.

“I’m asking you a specific question. Is it going to have the user’s surname on the number plates?” she asked.

The DVLA CEO stated, “We don’t put names on number plates… I was wondering why that question. Sorry, but we don’t put names on number plates.”

His answer frustrated the Chair, who stated, “What are you telling me? People pay to have their names on number plates, and you sit here as the DVLA boss and tell me you don’t put numbers on number plates.

“Haven’t you seen specialised numbers with people’s surnames and personalised names on number plates? yes or no…. So why are you telling me you don’t put names on number plates?

Kotey clarified, “We don’t put names on number plates… So, I can explain that”.

Osei Asare stated, “Not that you can explain that. You said, you don’t expect me to ask you that question…that is what you said. You don’t expect me to ask you that question because people do not put their number plates, their names on their number plates.

“That is a blatant lie. You have people who pay for specialised number plates, and they have theirs, and if I’m asking you, you just mentioned that there are going to be security features.

“And I’m asking, is that going to include people’s names on that plate? And you said, you don’t expect me to ask you that question, are you not a DVLA boss?”

Joseph Bukari Nikpe, the Minister of Transport, attempted to calm tempers and provide clarification.

The Minister of Transport explained, “I think he was trying to explain that we have different types of numbers that we can acquire, so if you want …”

However, the DVLA boss, faced with the Committee’s insistence, withdrew comment, saying, “Honourable Chair, respectfully, I withdraw that statement.”

The PAC chair, Osei Asare, accepted the withdrawal but accepted the clarification, but insisted that the Committee’s scrutiny was motivated by public interest.

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How Gifty Oware criminally enrolled herself as an NSS personnel

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How Gifty Oware criminally enrolled herself as an NSS personnel

The Auditor-General’s report on the National Service Authority (NSA) scandal has fingered the former Deputy Executive Director of the NSA, Gifty Oware-Mensah, for unlawfully enrolling 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.

The report showed she was posted to the Koblimahagu Sobriya Primary School in Tamale but failed to report to her assigned post.

One Adjei Robert Nii Laryea Kumah, an officer of the National Service Authority, has also been fingered for manually uploading her on the NSS system.

The audit report also revealed that Mustapha Ussif approved her Personal Identification Number (PIN) on 22 April 2021, but had already been appointed Minister for Youth and Sports on 12 January 2021.

Gifty Oware-Mensah received allowances totalling GH¢6,708.48, which were automatically deducted and paid to a vendor through the NSS Marketplace platform.

Also, investigations indicated that on 16 March 2021, an NSS officer manually uploaded 4,557 names of postgraduate students from KNUST. 19 were regionally approved, but 2,802 individuals were paid a combined GH¢899,349.67 in allowances without verification.

Meanwhile, in court, Gifty Oware-Mensah was granted a GH¢10 million bail by the Accra High Court.

She 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.

John Boadu, a Former NPP General Secretary, was captured in a video at the court, seated next to Gifty Oware-Mensah.

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.

Also, Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, has revealed that the National Service ghost names scandal now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not GHC548 million.

According to the Attorney General, following a forensic audit by the Auditor-General, a new figure of GHC2.2 billion has been uncovered to be the amount of money stolen.

He revealed that, per this new information, the charge sheet against the suspects will be amended for fresh charges to be brought against these suspects.

Speaking at the press briefing on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Dr Dominic Ayine added, “ I wish to announce that the Auditor-General has conducted a forensic audit into the National Service scandal, and the total amount of money stolen or illegally spent now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not the GHC548 million that was uncovered by my investigators as at June 2025.

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“No one should brand NPP as a corrupt party” – KT Hammond warns

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“No one should brand NPP as a corrupt party” – KT Hammond warns

Kobina Tahir Hammond, the former Member of Parliament for Adansi Asokwa, has confidently warned that no one should brand the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as a corrupt party.

He cautioned against labelling the NPP as a corrupt political organisation.

KT Hammond argued that corruption allegations against some members should not be used to tarnish the image of the entire party.

According to KT Hammond, the NPP has not been implicated in any corruption case as a political party.

Speaking in an interview with Kwesi Parker-Wilson of Oyerepa TV, KT Hammond stated, “No one should brand NPP as a corrupt party. It is not the party that is corrupt; it is certain individuals who have been accused of corruption”.

“Every family has a bad nut, but that does not mean the family is bad,” he explained.

Kobina Tahir Hammond further added, “Names were mentioned, and we have different characters. No one has sued NPP. The NPP as a political party has not been to court; it is individuals within the party that have been called out”.

“The heart and mind cannot be known by the president to tell whether the person is corrupt or not until they are given appointments,” he added.

KT Hammond’s remarks come on the back of the growing number of corruption-related cases against former government appointees under the Akufo-Addo government.

Furthermore, Dr Dominic Ayine, the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, has revealed that the National Service ghost names scandal now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not GHC548 million.

According to the Attorney General, following a forensic audit by the Auditor-General, a new figure of GHC2.2 billion has been uncovered to be the amount of money stolen.

He revealed that, per this new information, the charge sheet against the suspects will be amended for fresh charges to be brought against these suspects.

Speaking at the press briefing on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, Dr Dominic Ayine added, “ I wish to announce that the Auditor-General has conducted a forensic audit into the National Service scandal, and the total amount of money stolen or illegally spent now stands at GHC2.2 billion and not the GHC548 million that was uncovered by my investigators as at June 2025.

I have here a copy of the Auditor-General’s report. We are going to base upon this in some cases and amend our charge sheet in other to bring fresh charges,” he stated.

The Attorney General further revealed investigations are still ongoing in respect to the All African Games, Mathematical sets contract, Bank of Ghana new building, stadia renovation and the National Cathedral project.

“In the case of the National Cathedral, we have requested that the Auditor-General should conduct another forensic audit, and he is being helped by one of the big four accounting companies,” he remarked.

Also, Dr Dominic Ayine revealed that the government has demanded a refund of $2 million from JA Plant Pool and also raised an alarm in Ghana for the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) heavy-duty equipment.

Additionally, Dr Ayine accused Hanan Abdul-Wahab of acquiring luxury assets by misappropriating public funds during his tenure.

According to the Attorney General, the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) have traced several properties and bank transactions linked to Abdul-Wahab.

Meanwhile, more than 80 former government officials under the erstwhile Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo-led government have been brought in for questioning over various corruption cases by the office of the Attorney.

Speaking on Accra-based Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana TV program, the Minister for government communications at the office of the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, stated, “So you may not know. But I can tell you, over 80 different people have been interviewed. Some of them have been given bail quietly. Some of them have people standing surety for them. 80? 80. And more.

And this is something that continues to happen. And let me tell you, all the 280 cases that Oram presented have been looked into. All of them, bar none. So that has been done.

There are some done naturally because of the actors involved and their own attempts to seek support from their base. It gets to the front burner. Because when they are invited or arrested, they mobilise people to come and make noise, to demand their release. So that one naturally is covered by the media. And then sometimes even the media gets wind of it, and so you blow it up,” he said

He added, “That is standard practice. It is not everything that comes before the Attorney General or prosecutorial bodies that they take to court. In fact, there may yet be instances where there is evidence of wrongdoing. But perhaps the weight of the evidence may be insufficient.

Because in criminal cases, you have to meet a certain height ratio that it must be beyond a reasonable doubt. So there are instances where you see that yes, there are questions to be answered. The questions have not been satisfactorily answered. But if you take it to court, you may not get the evidence that is required to secure a conviction. So you leave it at that until a time when you get additional evidence,” he added.

Akufo-Addo has contributed to the stability of the cedi – Jerry Ahmed Shaib

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Akufo-Addo has contributed to the stability of the cedi – Jerry Ahmed Shaib

The Second Deputy Minority Whip, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has said that former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has contributed to the stability of the cedi.

According to Jerry Ahmed Shaib, all past presidents must be given recognition for their contributions to ensure the cedi’s stability.

Speaking on the floor of Parliament that same day, the Second Deputy Minority Whip, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, stated, “People have done well, let us commend them. I want to look at it from the angle that whoever has contributed to the proper evolution of the Cedi must be commended and celebrated.

I think we have a list of names, and President Mahama is one of them, but anybody who has been president since the inception of the Cedi must be commended,” he said.

Nana Addo, who has been the president of the Republic of Ghana for eight years, is a major contributor to the stability of the cedi”.

Meanwhile, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister, has urged businesses against trading or pricing goods and services in US dollars.

According to Ato Forson, the pricing of goods and services in US dollars undermines the cedi value.

Speaking at the official launch of the Cedi @60 celebration, Dr Forson explained, “We must eschew the act that seeks to undermine the cedi value of the currency, particularly, the pricing of goods and services in foreign currency, the US dollar. Let me use this opportunity to stress that as Ghanaians, the Ghana cedi remains the only legal tender”.

“The US dollar is not our currency; the cedi is our only currency. The continuous pricing of goods and services in the US dollar will only hurt us. Let’s stop it and let’s stop it now. The cedi is the only currency we have, let’s protect it, let’s trade with it and let’s defend it with all vim within us. Let’s talk about the cedi with pride and not as a burden,” he advised.

Dr Cassiel Ato Forson further reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to maintaining stability.

“I want to use this opportunity to commit that the government of Ghana remains committed, and we shall stay the course to ensure that the Ghana cedi remains stable and that the gains we are seeing are maintained,” Dr. Forson stated.

“As citizens, we also have a role to play. We must uphold the sanctity of the cedi as a legal tender by preserving it with dignity and protecting it jealously,” he added.

Also, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, has revealed that Ghana has made an economic turnaround under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama.

The BoG Governor noted that coordinated and difficult policy measures have yielded tangible results for the country.

Also speaking at the launch of the 60th anniversary of the Ghana Cedi in Accra, he stated, “Under the leadership of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, and Her Excellency the Vice President, and through coordinated, difficult but necessary policy actions, I am happy to say that Ghana has turned a decisive corner and indeed the evidence is compelling”.

He highlighted that Ghana’s gross international reserves currently stand at approximately $12 billion.

The BoG Governor added, “Headline inflation now at 9.4% as of September 2025, and we expect it to end the year even far lower. The cedi has appreciated by 37% as at October 17, and according to the World Bank, it is the best-performing currency in sub-Saharan Africa for the first eight months of 2025.

“Our gross international reserves are currently around $12 billion, which is providing a robust cushion against external volatility and restoring our investor confidence.”

“Aircraft investigation elaborate; it is not like a vehicle crash” – Rtd Wing Commander

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“Aircraft investigation elaborate; it is not like a vehicle crash” – Rtd Wing Commander

Retired Ghana Air Force Officer Wing Commander Patrick Nelson Sogbojor has urged the public to be patient with the ongoing aircraft investigation.

He explained that the process of investigating an Aircraft accident is very elaborate and should not be rushed with timelines.

The retired Air Force Officer Wing Commander speaking on TV3 stated, “Aircraft investigation is not like a vehicle crash. It’s very elaborate.

He further added, “I’ll just ask compatriots and the country to be patient. Please, let’s not bring in timelines”.

His remarks come on the back of Alhaji Habib Iddrisu, the Deputy Minority Whip and Member of Parliament for Tolon, who has invoked the Right to Information (RTI) Act to formally demand that President John Dramani Mahama publish an update on the GAF helicopter crash probe.

In a statement, Habib Iddrisu recounted the Presidency’s pledge to release the committee’s report or provide an update within 30 days of the commencement of the probe.

According to him, it’s been over two months since the commencement of the committee’s work, but the public has no knowledge about the report so far.

In his statement dated October 27, 2025, the MP invoked Article 21(1)(f) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 18 of the Right to Information Act, 2019 (Act 989) to demand the information in the interest of the Ghanaian public.

The letter read, “Over two months after the commencement of the committee’s work, the public must have knowledge about the report to prove the government’s transparency during such emergency situations”.

“In light of the time that has passed and the significant public interest in this matter, I respectfully request a copy of the investigative report or update.”

The MP stated in his letter. “The public deserves to know what led to this tragic loss of such prominent figures and dedicated public servants.”

“This would not only keep the public informed but also reflect the government’s commitment to transparency during this difficult time,” he added.

Recall, Dr Omane Boamah and Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, two cabinet members, passed away following a helicopter crash at Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region on Wednesday, August 6.

The helicopter was carrying eight individuals, including three crew members and five passengers, among them the ministers, a presidential staffer identified as Samuel Sarpong, and the ministers’ security detail.

Muniru Mohammed, Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, and Samuel Aboagye, a former Parliamentary Candidate, and Samuel Sarpong, Vice Chairman of NDC, have all been confirmed dead.

The crew members are Squadron Leader Peter Bafemi Anala, Flying Officer Manin Twum-Ampadu, and Sergeant Ernest Addo Mensah.

The victims lost their lives en route to the launch of the Responsible Cooperative Mining and Skills Development Programme (rCOMSDEP) in Obuasi on August 6, 2025.

Subsequently, the government announced on August 25 that a committee of inquiry had been set up to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash and promised that findings would be made public within 30 days.

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Black Stars will lose all World Cup group matches if Benjamin Asare is changed – Prophet

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Black Stars will lose all World Cup group matches if Benjamin Asare is changed – Prophet

Telvin Sowah, a Ghanaian prophet, has warned the Black Stars technical team from changing goalkeeper Benjamin Asare from the World Cup squad.

The prophet noted that, since Benjamin Asare joined the Black Stars, he has contributed significantly.

According to the man of God, Benjamin Asare, the spirit of Black Stars team must not be dropped, else the team will lose all group matches at the 2026 World Cup.

Speaking in an interview with Accra FM, Prophet Telvin warned, “If they change the goalkeeper, they’ve killed everything. They should maintain the local one. That’s why I urge them to use local players. Since he joined, there’s been calm in the team. He is the spirit of the team, so he should be maintained. If they go shopping and replace him, I’ll reveal how we’ll perform.

“We will lose the first, second, and third matches. Even the weakest team will beat us. There will be just one great team in their group, and they’ll defeat them easily. If they don’t respect the timing, they can forget it,” the prophet cautioned.

Meanwhile, Dr Ernest Koranteng, Chief Executive of The BAC Group, has called out the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Okraku.

According to Dr Ernest Koranteng, the GFA President’s reference to players as ‘mercenaries’ was an unfortunate choice of words.

He is quoted by TV3 to have saying, “GFA President calling players mercenaries is unfortunate”.

His remarks follow an interview in which the GFA president  Kurt Okraku referred to some players as mercenaries for rejecting playing for the Black Stars.

According to the GFA president, the Black Stars only need committed and passionate players ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Speaking in an interview with 3 sports, Kurt Okraku stated, “Players who have not shown enough commitment to the Ghanaian flag will not be part of us. There must be a good reason why a player is included in the travelling party. I want players who display high levels of dedication, passion, and respect for Ghana.”

“As a leader, I don’t really care what anybody says. At the end of the day, the responsibility lies with me, and I am accountable for Ghana.”

He added, “If we have approached you before and you turned us down, if you’ve shown a lack of respect or declined to play for Ghana in the past, count yourself out. It’s not going to happen”.

His comments come following reports of Eddie Nketiah, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Francis Amuzu wanting to play for the Black Stars at the World Cup after years of rejecting Ghana.

Meanwhile, Saddick Adams, a veteran sports journalist, has revealed that Eddie Nketiah, an English player of Ghanaian descent, is open to playing for the Black Stars.

According to Saddick Adams, Eddie Nketiah had, some years ago, rejected Ghana’s approach when officials from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) approached him.

The Angel FM presenter added that the Crystal Palace striker now feels mature and is ready to play for the national team if given a call-up.

Saddick Adams, in a post on X, wrote, “Spoke to Eddie Nketiah’s family this weekend to get clarity on the stories about his switch.

The source admitted that Eddie Nketiah had previously spoken to the Ghana coach and some GFA top officials, but he had not settled at his club yet, so he couldn’t make a decision”.

He added, “However, Nketiah is now settled and at 26, mature enough and ready to ‘give his very best’ if Ghana calls now.

Says he has Ghana blood running through him, so his “identity is unquestionable”.

Basically, he’s open to playing for Ghana now”.

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Ghana lost GH¢19m in cyber-related crime in nine months – CSA 

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Ghana lost GH¢19m in cyber-related crime in nine months – CSA 

The Head of Cyber Security Technology Standards, Jake France, at the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), has announced that Ghana lost GH¢19 million between January and September 2025 in cyber-related crime.  

According to Jake France, there has been an increase in cybercrime cases with the surge in online blackmail and sexual extortion.

Speaking at the International Conference on Information Systems and Emerging Technologies on Monday, October 27, Jake France stated, “The rising connectivity has been accompanied by increasing cyber threats.

Between January and March 2025, CSA recorded 305 cases of online fraud, up from 194 in the same period last year. The financial losses in that span grew from about 2.4 million to 4.4 million Ghana cedis,” he said.

He further highlighted, “Losses from online blackmail and sextortion have also surged, 155 incidents in the first four months of 2025, with financial damage approaching 500,000 Ghana cedis, nearly five times the amount recorded during the same period in 2024.

From January to September 2025, the CSA recorded a total cybercrime-related financial loss of 19,313,000,” he stated.

The CSA also cautioned that emerging technologies such as robotics, blockchain, and cloud computing continue to drive innovation and opportunity; however, exposure to cyber risks is essential to promote secure and ethical technology adoption.

The news comes at a time when the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) are asking Ghanaians for their input to shape the country’s digital defences as the government launches a public review of its proposed cybersecurity update.

“We need laws that match the speed of digital innovation,” the CSA noted.

However, the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), designed to provide technical oversight and promote digital safety, has now ignited debate on social media, with Ghanaians arguing that it could now act as an armed enforcement body capable of conducting arrests, searches, and seizures without traditional police oversight.

Netizens argue that the bill could lead to abuse of power, intimidation of opponents and critics, and the suppression of online views under the guise of cybersecurity enforcement.

The Communication Minister, Sam George, has come under intense criticism following the proposed amended Cybersecurity Act, 1038.

The CSA amendment bill seeks to gain sweeping control over Ghana’s cyberspace and also impose a 30% levy on industry players.

Many Ghanaians have criticised the bill, arguing that the CSA, which seeks to protect Ghanaians, rather poses a significant threat to Ghana’s digital security landscape. According to the netizen, the CSA is the most dangerous bill Ghana has ever drafted, which quietly gives the CSA power to arrest, freeze assets, and access your data, all in the name of “cybersecurity”.

 “GFA President’s reference to players as ‘mercenaries’ as an unfortunate” – Dr Ernest Koranteng

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 “GFA President’s reference to players as ‘mercenaries’ as an unfortunate” – Dr Ernest Koranteng

Dr Ernest Koranteng, Chief Executive of The BAC Group, has called out the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Okraku.

According to Dr Ernest Koranteng, the GFA President’s reference to players as ‘mercenaries’ was an unfortunate choice of words.

He is quoted by TV3 to have saying, “GFA President calling players mercenaries is unfortunate”.

His remarks follow an interview in which the GFA president  Kurt Okraku referred to some players as mercenaries for rejecting playing for the Black Stars.

According to the GFA president, the Black Stars only need committed and passionate players ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

Speaking in an interview with 3 sports, Kurt Okraku stated, “Players who have not shown enough commitment to the Ghanaian flag will not be part of us. There must be a good reason why a player is included in the travelling party. I want players who display high levels of dedication, passion, and respect for Ghana.”

“As a leader, I don’t really care what anybody says. At the end of the day, the responsibility lies with me, and I am accountable for Ghana.”

He added, “If we have approached you before and you turned us down, if you’ve shown a lack of respect or declined to play for Ghana in the past, count yourself out. It’s not going to happen”.

His comments come following reports of Eddie Nketiah, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Francis Amuzu wanting to play for the Black Stars at the World Cup after years of rejecting Ghana.

Meanwhile, Saddick Adams, a veteran sports journalist, has revealed that Eddie Nketiah, an English player of Ghanaian descent, is open to playing for the Black Stars.

According to Saddick Adams, Eddie Nketiah had, some years ago, rejected Ghana’s approach when officials from the Ghana Football Association (GFA) approached him.

The Angel FM presenter added that the Crystal Palace striker now feels mature and is ready to play for the national team if given a call-up.

Saddick Adams, in a post on X, wrote, “Spoke to Eddie Nketiah’s family this weekend to get clarity on the stories about his switch.

The source admitted that Eddie Nketiah had previously spoken to the Ghana coach and some GFA top officials, but he had not settled at his club yet, so he couldn’t make a decision”.

He added, “However, Nketiah is now settled and at 26, mature enough and ready to ‘give his very best’ if Ghana calls now.

Says he has Ghana blood running through him, so his “identity is unquestionable”.

Basically, he’s open to playing for Ghana now”.

The Black Stars, on 12 October 2025, officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after finishing the qualifiers as leaders in their Group.

Ghana defeated Comoros 1-0 at the Accra Sports Stadium, with Mohammed Kudus scoring the only goal in the game.

After 10 games in group I, the Black Stars topped the table with 25 points, Madagascar second with 19 points, Mali third with 18 points, Comoros 15, Central African Republic 8 and Chad in sixth place with 1.

Ghana joined the list of qualified countries on the African continent, with Coach Otto Addo now becoming the first Black Stars coach to reach two consecutive FIFA World Cup tournaments.

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EPA announce immediate ban on production, importation, sale, and use of “Changfan” machines

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EPA announce immediate ban on production, importation, sale, and use of “Changfan” machines

The Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) has announced 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.

Also, 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.

In related news, Lands Minister, Hon Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has revoked 278 small-scale mining licenses over regulatory breaches and expiration of licenses.

The ministry decision was announced by the Spokesperson and Media Relations Officer, Paa Kwesi Schandorf, in a Facebook post on Thursday, October 23.

The move forms part of the government’s renewed effort to bring order and accountability to the small-scale mining sector.

Paa Kwesi Schandorf highlighted that the revocation targeted operators who failed to meet environmental and safety requirements and continued mining activities without renewing their license validity period.

NHIS system breakdown an act of blackmail by the vendor  – Health Minister

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NHIS system breakdown an act of blackmail by the vendor  – Health Minister

Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Health Minister, has claimed that the disruption of the Lightwave Health Information Management System (LHIMS) was caused by the vendor.

According to the Health Minister, the NHIS system breakdown was a sabotage by the vendor to pressure the government into removing key clauses from a new agreement.

The health minister revealed that a new maintenance agreement between the government and the LHIMS vendor required the company to hand over data and grant the state full administrative access to the system, but they objected to those provisions.

Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Wednesday, October 29, the Health Minister stated, “To avoid this disruption and the shutdown we are experiencing — although we didn’t have any contract with the vendor at the time we took over — we indicated to them that the Ministry was ready to sign a service maintenance agreement covering the 450 health facilities”.

“Don’t forget that the software is and was not for the state — that is why it is called LHIMS. In the agreement, we indicated that before we sign such an agreement with you, you have to hand over the data to the state, and you must give us administrative access to the service. The vendor insisted that those clauses must be removed from the agreement,” he said.

He added, “We cannot expunge those clauses from the agreement because it is the state that must take charge of this data. So the vendor decided to switch the system off as and when he desired, and demanded what he wanted. This has gone on for more than two months, and for the past two weeks or so, the system has been completely down. If this is not blackmail, I don’t know what it is”.

He revealed that the government is developing a new state-owned platform, the Ghana Healthcare Information Management System (GHIMS), to replace LHIMS.

Meanwhile, the system breakdown has caused widespread delays in record-keeping and patient processing in the Ashanti Region.

Many hospitals have reverted to manual operations, with patients expressing frustration over prolonged waiting times and slower service delivery.

Additionally, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh has disclosed that infractions identified in the Lightwave Health Information Management System signed under the previous government have been referred to the Attorney General.

“Since we began this journey, all stakeholders have been on board. From the CEO’s of the teaching hospitals, the medical superintendent, EOCO, the Attorney General, Minister for Communication, everybody has been on board. So the issue of legality and security issues has been referred to the Attorney General for advice and appropriate action.”

“It was never a contract considered by Parliament, They acted in bad faith,” he said.

Fisherman jailed 10 years for defiling a 13-year-old girl

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Fisherman jailed 10 years for defiling a 13-year-old girl

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.

The Fisherman has been remanded to the Ankaful Prison to begin serving his sentence following the court ruling.

He lured the victim into a ghetto in Mumford, recorded the incident and circulated it in a viral video.

The 13-year-old minor was initially taken to St. Luke Catholic Hospital for medical examination and treated before the case was referred to the DOVVSU in the Central Region.

The forty-year-old fisherman was arrested for defiling a minor at Mumford, a suburb of Apam in the Central region.

The suspect was identified as Kofi Nyan, who defiled the minor over a missing GH¢800.

The Fisherman Kofi Nyan was captured in a viral video telling the victim to endure the sexual encounter as a repayment for his missing GH¢800.

According to reports, the fisherman told the minor that having sex with her would cost her GH¢200 every hour in repayment of the stolen money.

The little girl pleaded with Nyan to stop, but the fisherman told her he was sleeping with her till 12 pm to teach her a lesson.

Reports suggest the shocking incident happened with some other persons hailing the fisherman to display different sexual styles with the minor, and others condemning his act.

The Fisherman Kofi Nyan has since been arrested and will be put before the court.

His four other accomplices are on the run, according to the information gathered from the police.

The minor who was the victim has been sent to St. Luke Catholic Hospital for examination and treatment.

In related news, 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 prosecution revealed at the district court at the Domestic Violence and Victim’s Support Unit at the Police Headquarters in Accra that the French teacher inserted his fingers into the private parts of the female student.

According to the prosecution,  Godwin Adigbli admitted to “inserting his fingers into the victim’s vagina and kissing her for a few minutes in the French lab of the school on August 28.”

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.

SC, in a 5-0 decision, dismiss Adu-Boahene’s application seeking to remove judge from hearing case

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SC, in a 5-0 decision, dismiss Adu-Boahene’s application seeking to remove judge from hearing case

The Supreme Court has unanimously dismissed the application to prohibit the presiding judge in the Kwabena Adu-Boahene trial from further hearing the case on grounds of bias.

The 5-member panel of justices of the apex court held that the application was without merit and did not meet the requirements to prohibit the trial judge.

It will be recalled that Samuel Atta Akyea, in court last week, walked out of the High Court in Accra after the trial judge, Justice Eugene Nyadu Nyantei, refused to grant an adjournment.

Adu Boahene, lead counsel, had informed the court that his team had filed an application at the Supreme Court seeking to prohibit Justice Nyantei from continuing with the trial.

Atta Akyea requested that the proceedings be halted until the Supreme Court ruled on the matter.

However, his request was opposed by the prosecution, led by Principal State Attorney Esi Dentaa Yankah, who stated, “There is no rule of law that says that proceedings must be halted in order for counsel for the accused to be excused to pursue an interlocutory injunction”.

She highlighted that the defence had repeatedly used such tactics to delay the case.

Ms Yankah added, “It seems that the trend is developing that at every given step of this case, one motion or another is filed and a request for stay is made”.

“And you have made it abundantly clear and in accordance with established case law that the pendency of an interlocutory matter doesn’t justify the stay of proceedings. In counsel’s instant oral application for stay, he hasn’t made any effort to convince the court of any special reason why today’s proceedings should not continue. I pray that his request, though made, be disregarded so that the case can proceed.”

Justice Nyantei, after hearing from both sides, ruled that the filing of a prohibition application at the Supreme Court was not enough reason to suspend the ongoing proceedings.

The Judge’s ruling made Atta Akyea visibly displeased, and he gathered his team and walked out of the courtroom.

The Judge, unfazed, ordered the prosecution’s second witness to take the stand and continue her testimony.

Justice Nyantei also instructed Mr Adu Boahene to either recall his lawyers to court or proceed to represent himself. Following a brief recess, the former NSB Director informed the court that he had been unable to reach his legal team.

The judge subsequently granted Adu Boahene’s request for an adjournment, with the case set to continue on October 30.

Adu Boahene and his legal team are now expected to face the Accra High Court after the Supreme Court unanimously dismissed their application.  

Kwabena Adu Boahene, his wife Angela Adjei-Boateng, and one other have been charged by the state for stealing, defrauding by false pretences, money laundering, and conspiracy to commit a crime.

According to the charge sheet, Kwabena Adu Boahene and his wife stole state funds to the tune of GHc 49 million.

The Attorney General, Dr Dominic Ayine, filed 11 charges against Kwabena Adu-Boahene and three others at the High Court in Accra.

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Lady jailed for 6 months for stealing peak milk, biscuits, others

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Lady jailed for 6 months for stealing peak milk, biscuits, others

Comfort Antwiwaa, a 22-year-old unemployed lady, has been jailed for six months with hard labour for stealing provisions.

The 22-year-old was jailed by the Akim Oda District Court in the Birim Central Municipality for stealing provisions worth GH¢1,384.

She pleaded guilty to stealing from the Frimpong Enterprise, a popular supermarket in Oda.

Comfort Antwiwaa was charged with stealing and was convicted on her own plea by Her Worship Adelaid Owusu-Asante.

The Chief Inspector George Oteng-Appau told the court the incident happened on October 27, 2025, at the Nkwantanum.

The prosecutor detailed that the convict reportedly entered the shop under the pretext of making purchases but later stole several items, including “Peak milk, biscuits, Gino tomato paste, soap, sugar, washing powder, baby diapers, Annapurna salt and spaghetti”.

The prosecutors added that she made a small purchase and collected a receipt, and later returned to secretly pack additional goods into a polythene bag.

Carrying the stolen items to the Akim Ayirebi lorry station, where she intended to transport the stolen goods out of town.

A shop attendant, who became suspicious of Comfort’s confronted her and demanded proof of payment. She was arrested with the stolen goods and handed to the police when she failed to produce a receipt for the extra items.

The investigations also revealed the convict had previously committed a similar theft at another branch of Frimpong Enterprise at Maderina three months ago.

Her Worship Adelaid Owusu-Asante, in her judgment, asserted that theft of local businesses has become rampant, and there was a need for a custodial sentence to serve as a deterrent to others.

In related news, an Accra court has sentenced two persons, Mr Albert Okai and Mr Amoako Darko, to three months in prison.

The two are to serve three months with hard labour at the  Nsawam Medium Security Prison for illegally dumping refuse at the Accra Post Office.

The duo were handed the sentence after failing to pay a fine of 50 penalty units, amounting to GH¢600 for the crime.

A third accused person, Mr Michael Osei, has also been remanded into custody for a week after pleading not guilty pending the next court sitting.

The conviction, according to the Accra Mayor, Hon. Micheal Kpakpo Allotey, forms part of stringent efforts being pursued by the AMA to ensure a cleaner city.

Watch Ghanaian man shockingly whip street beggars at Circle

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Watch Ghanaian man shockingly whip street beggars at Circle

A Ghanaian man has been captured in a viral video, shockingly whipping street beggars at Kwame Nkrumah Circle.

The man, in response to the growing nuisance of street beggars at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle, took the law into his own hands, whipping out a belt to assault some of the elderly beggars stationed at the interchange.

In a viral video shared on X on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, the unidentified man was seen wielding a belt and chasing the beggars who were fleeing in fear.

The footage has drawn massive criticism from social media users who described the act as inhumane and unjustifiable.

Many Ghanaians on social media have called on the Ghana Police Service to investigate the incident and take appropriate action against the man.

Some netizens on social media stated, “Oh, naa that’s not the right thing to do, he can be arrested for assault”.

“He should be arrested immediately. You can lash people on the streets because they’re begging, what about those begging online?? @GhPoliceService find and arrest him immediately”, one more netizen added.

Additionally, a netizen added, “That’s disturbing and completely out of line. No matter the frustration, taking the law into your own hands and assaulting vulnerable people is unjustifiable; he should face legal consequences for that”.

“Unfortunately, individuals cannot take the law into their own hands. He needs to be arrested and prosecuted as per the law”, a netizen added.

A Ghanaian added, “You no fit take the law into your own hands like that. Even if the beggars dey disturbing, beating them no go solve anything. The system for handling am properly, not violence. We for show small humanity, chale today be them, tomorrow fit be you”.

One more netizen added, “The law enforcers would collect their salaries at the end of the month for work they refuse to do. Their leaders don’t measure performance sitting in their offices; instead, of get into the streets to fix these errors”.

“This is totally wrong. Why do you have whiplash them all because they are there begging? He needs to be arrested. Imagine how their leaders from where they are from will act when they land on this video. It’s very wrong!!!”, another X user added.

Lastly, a netizen added, “This is what happens when the government fails to do their work. When the citizens complain every day and the government isn’t implementing its mandate, the citizens will resort to violence to eradicate the problem. Apparently, Nigerians would be facing this same issue very soon, SMH”.

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Mahama ready to assent to anti LGBTQ+ bill if passed – Majority leader

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Mahama ready to assent to anti LGBTQ+ bill if passed – Majority leader

Mahama Ayariga, the Majority Leader in Parliament, has revealed that President John Dramani Mahama is fully prepared to assent to the anti-LGBTQ+ bill.

He revealed that President John Mahama told him he would not hesitate to sign an anti-LBGTQ+ bill if parliament passes the bill.  

Speaking on the floor of Parliament on October 28, 2025, during a debate on the anti-LGBTQ bill, which has been reintroduced in the House, the Majority leader stated, “I’m told that the bill was never transmitted to the Presidency. So, if the bill was not transmitted to the Presidency to be assented to after it had been passed by this House, Mr Speaker, it creates quite a legal issue”.

“… Let me give every assurance that we are ready to pass this bill as a House on this side. And let me also give you assurance that I have personally spoken with the president and he has no hesitation to sign if this Parliament should pass the bill, unlike his predecessor, who did everything to not give assent to this bill”.

Including threatening parliament, I am surprised that a sitting president has threatened the legislature, and nothing has been done about it”, he added.

Also, Speaker Bagbin, on the floor of Parliament, explained that the bill, which was first introduced during the Eighth Parliament, had to be reintroduced in the Ninth Parliament.

He detailed that parliamentary procedures do not allow for the automatic transfer of unpassed legislation between sessions.

Speaker Bagbin highlighted that the legislative process encountered some setbacks with the former president’s refusal to assent to the bill, and also debates over whether the current administration should adopt it as a government-sponsored bill.

However, the Speaker explained that both the Majority and Minority sides have shown strong bipartisan support.

He further indicated that President Mahama is willing to give assent once it is passed.

Alban Bagbin stated, “We understand the expectations and the passion surrounding this bill”.

“What we are doing is to ensure that when it is passed, it will stand the test of time and be implemented effectively.”

The Anti-LBGTQ bill under the former Akufo-Addo government faced several lawsuits filed against the bill, leading to a delay in its signing.

Eventually, the bill, which became a burden for the previous government, remained just a bill and was not passed into law before Akufo-Addo left power.

The bill sought to criminalise Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBTQ+) activities in Ghana, was passed by the 8th Parliament, but remained unsigned before the 8th Parliament was dissolved.

Furthermore, conversations and discussions about the controversial anti-LBGTQ bill have resurfaced under the John Mahama government.

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NDC tasting their own rat poison – Afenyo Markin on Anti-LGBTQ controversy

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NDC tasting their own rat poison – Afenyo Markin on Anti-LGBTQ controversy

The minority leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has told the majority in parliament they are tasting their own poison in regards to the controversial anti-LGBTQ.

Speaker Bagbin, on the floor of Parliament, explained that the bill, which was first introduced during the Eighth Parliament, had to be reintroduced in the Ninth Parliament.

He detailed that parliamentary procedures do not allow for the automatic transfer of unpassed legislation between sessions.

Speaker Bagbin highlighted that the legislative process encountered some setbacks with the former president’s refusal to assent to the bill, and also debates over whether the current administration should adopt it as a government-sponsored bill.

However, the Speaker explained that both the Majority and Minority sides have shown strong bipartisan support.

He further indicated that President Mahama is willing to give assent once it is passed.

Alban Bagbin stated, “We understand the expectations and the passion surrounding this bill”.

“What we are doing is to ensure that when it is passed, it will stand the test of time and be implemented effectively.”

Reacting to Speaker Bagbin, Afenyo-Markin, on the floor of parliament, stated, “Our friends must know that sometimes when they place a rat poison on another man’s tongue on another man, it won’t too long for you to taste that rat poison.

We are patiently waiting for this LGBTQ bill for the corrected version”.

In parliament, some weeks ago,  Alexander Afenyo-Markin slammed the NDC government for forcing LGBTQ down the throat of Akufo-Addo, but they are now running away from the bill.

According to Afenyo-Markin, there was no administrative error for parliament to halt the reintroduction of the Anti-LGBTQ Bill.

Speaking on the floor of parliament on October 22, 2025, the minority leader stated, “There was nothing administrative in error, I dare say it for the record, you forced LGBTQ on the throat of the Akufo-Addo government; today you don’t want LGBT, you will want it.

You use it to win elections, now that your stakeholders, the international community, are warning you, you want to run away run to where?

You now see governance; you are in the kitchen, you see the heat. I was there, we pleaded with you to let us manage this situation, but you said no. Remember that hot afternoon when you suffocated me with the third reading”.

He added, “Mr Speaker, when they were in opposition, they forced this bill on us, even when it was in court, they said the bill must be signed into law. We heard President Mahama, His Excellency he said the bill he has seen it but he is referring it to the Attorney General, that was January, then they will look at the very clauses the aspect of criminalising it, bringing a conviction, and sentencing where the person must suffer a jail term the very thing that you wanted he said we have to look at it and change it”.

The Anti-LBGTQ bill under the former Akufo-Addo government faced several lawsuits filed against the bill, leading to a delay in its signing.

Eventually, the bill, which became a burden for the previous government, remained just a bill and was not passed into law before Akufo-Addo left power.

The bill sought to criminalise Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBTQ+) activities in Ghana, was passed by the 8th Parliament, but remained unsigned before the 8th Parliament was dissolved.

Furthermore, conversations and discussions about the controversial anti-LBGTQ bill have resurfaced under the John Mahama government.

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