Author: Political Desk

The Ghana Police Service has arrested three suspects linked to a series of robberies that have been terrorising residents in Afienya and surrounding communities in the Greater Accra Region. The suspects, identified as Seth Noi Tetteh (also known as “Wonder”), Selasie Emmanuel, and Sulemana Osman, were apprehended on December 24 and 26, 2025, according to a statement posted on the police’s official Facebook page. Seth Noi Tetteh was first arrested at the Atadeka Police Station for his alleged involvement in multiple robbery incidents. During interrogation, he confessed to participating in robberies across several areas, including Afienya, Atadeka, Apollonia, Spintex Road,…

Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has accused the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) of actively working to block his bid to become the NPP’s presidential candidate. Speaking to supporters in the Okaikwei South Constituency, Dr. Bawumia claimed the NDC’s resentment towards him stems from his pivotal role in the NPP’s victory during the fiercely contested 2016 elections. “The 2016 campaign was a heated one, and that is why the NDC does not like me,” he told the enthusiastic crowd, noting that the opposition frequently resorts to insults whenever his name is mentioned.…

Attorney General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria Issues Order to End Criminal Proceedings Against Ghanaian Businessman Sir Samuel Esson Jonah and Three Others The Attorney General of the Federal Republic of Nigeria has issued an order to terminate criminal proceedings against Ghanaian businessman Sir Samuel Esson Jonah and three others. This follows the conclusion of an investigation that found no prima facie case established against Sir Jonah, owner of real estate company Jonah Capital Nigeria Limited; Kojo Ansah Mensah, Chief Executive Officer of Jonah Capital; Victor Quainoo; and Abu Arome for alleged forgery, fraudulent activities, and other related criminal…

Burkina Faso captain Bertrand Traoré has been fined $10,000 by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for offensive remarks made against Ghanaian referee Daniel Laryea following the Stallions’ 1-0 defeat to Algeria in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The Sunderland forward appeared before CAF’s disciplinary committee, where his post-match comments were deemed to breach conduct standards expected of a national team captain during a major tournament. Traoré had publicly criticised Laryea’s handling of key decisions in the Group E match, including a first-half penalty awarded to Algeria and an early incident he believed should have been reviewed by…

By Hashmin Mohammed, Press Secretary to the Minister for Education The year 2025 will be remembered as a defining period for Ghana’s education sector, a year marked by difficult choices, honest national reflection, and the beginning of a deliberate reset under President John Dramani Mahama. When President Mahama and his Minister for Education, Hon. Haruna Iddrisu, assumed office, they inherited an education system burdened by deep structural challenges. Years of accumulated debt, weak investment in basic education, unpaid statutory obligations, stalled infrastructure projects, and unresolved teacher welfare issues had significantly constrained service delivery and threatened the quality and sustainability of…

Chelsea Football Club has parted ways with head coach Enzo Maresca, the club announced in an official statement on Thursday, January 1, 2026. The decision comes midway through the 2025/26 season, despite Maresca’s notable achievements during his tenure, which began on July 1, 2024, after his appointment from Leicester City on a five-year contract. In the statement, Chelsea acknowledged Maresca’s contributions, highlighting his leadership in securing the UEFA Conference League title in May 2025 – a 4-1 victory over Real Betis in the final – and the FIFA Club World Cup in July 2025, defeating Paris Saint-Germain 3-0 in the…

Evans Eshun, popularly known as Ebo Noah, the self-proclaimed prophet who sparked nationwide anxiety with predictions of a Christmas Day apocalyptic flood, has reportedly been arrested by the Ghana Police Service. According to multiple reports, police sources confirmed that the 30-year-old was detained on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, following widespread public outcry over his failed doomsday prophecy and subsequent actions that authorities say caused unnecessary fear and panic. Ebo Noah gained notoriety in August 2025 when he claimed divine visions instructing him to construct 10 modern-day arks to rescue humanity from an impending three-year global flood set to begin on…

Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer hopeful, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has urged party members to place Ghana’s national interest above personal ambitions and internal rivalries as the NPP gears up to select its presidential candidate for the 2028 general elections. In a New Year message to NPP members, Dr Bawumia emphasised that winning the 2028 polls is critical not just for the party, but for the progress and development of Ghana. “To every NPP member listening to me, let us keep our eyes fixed on the prize. We must win 2028 for the sake of Ghana,” he…

The Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Honourable Ralph Poku-Adusei, on December 31, 2025, participated in several watch-night services across the constituency to usher in the new year. Accompanied by a delegation of New Patriotic Party (NPP) constituency executives, the MP visited churches including the Bekwai Methodist Church, Bekwai Church of Pentecost, and Bekwai Roman Catholic Church. During these visits, he joined church leaders and congregants in giving thanks to God for a safe passage through 2025 and in praying for divine blessings and guidance in 2026. The MP took the opportunity to express heartfelt gratitude to the Christian community in…

The General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, has lambasted party members advocating for President John Dramani Mahama to run for a third term, branding such calls as pure sycophancy and bootlicking motivated by personal political ambitions. Mr Kwetey made the remarks during the 44th Anniversary celebration of the 31st December Revolution on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. He expressed deep concern over what he described as creeping sycophancy within the party, warning that excessive praise-singing erodes the NDC’s foundational principles of unity, integrity, and service to the nation. “It saddens me when I see so much…