Author: Political Desk

Tanker drivers in the Ashanti, Bono, Ahafo and Western North Regions have begun a three-day sit-down strike over alleged inaccuracies in the measurement and monitoring systems at the Kumasi Depot of the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Company (BOST). The drivers claim the depot’s measuring meters have repeatedly failed internal tests conducted by drivers and other stakeholders, resulting in fuel shortages for which they say they are forced to bear the financial cost. Vice Chairman of the Association, Dominic Brenya, said joint exercises involving transporters, the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) and tanker unions had established that drivers were not siphoning…

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has warned that the operations of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) could trigger a major scandal, urging its management to exercise caution in the discharge of its mandate. The Effutu MP said there were aspects of GoldBod’s operations that were not publicly known and cautioned its managers against becoming complacent over the institution’s current position. “GoldBod is a very big scandal awaiting us. There are things we know that they don’t know. They should be careful,” Mr Afenyo-Markin warned. His comments follow revelations in a recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) report concerning losses incurred under the…

The Founder and Leader of Power Chapel Worldwide, Rev. Victor Kusi Boateng, has insisted that his friendship with former Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, will continue despite criticism of their relationship. Rev. Kusi Boateng said he would not hide or distance himself from Dr Bawumia or his wife, Hajia Samira Bawumia, because of what others think about their friendship. “I don’t care whoever thinks about it. Dr Bawumia is my friend and will continue to be my friend. I will not hide. I am not a hypocrite,” he said. Speaking to his congregation in…

Former Sekondi Member of Parliament Andrew Egyapa Mercer has donated ten hairdryers to the 2026 graduating hairdressing class in the Sekondi Constituency as part of his annual support for local artisans. The donation, which was presented on his behalf over the weekend by the Yensuado Electoral Executives led by Organizer Samuel Mensa Dodo, is aimed at equipping the young graduates with practical tools as they begin their entrepreneurial journeys. Mr Egyapa Mercer said graduation should not mark the end of the beneficiaries’ journey, but rather the beginning of their efforts to establish businesses, serve clients and build sustainable livelihoods. He…

The Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Operations and Technical Affairs at the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation, Onasis Kobby Rosely, has restated the government’s commitment to equipping Ghanaian youth with the necessary skillsets and capacity for their survival and growth. According to him, the government of President John Dramani Mahama has, as part of its youth empowerment agenda, initiated a number of policies and programmes aimed at equipping Ghanaian youth with the skills needed to thrive in the current job market. Speaking at a skills workshop organised by the Women’s Commission of the Accra City Branch of the Tertiary…

President John Dramani Mahama says Ghana’s currency is “long overdue for refreshing”, citing the need to periodically update its security features to make counterfeiting more difficult. Speaking during the Resetting Ghana Tour in the Upper East Region, President Mahama said currencies needed to be refreshed periodically as counterfeiters become familiar with existing security features. “Every country, every ten years, you are supposed to refresh your currency because if you use the same currency for too long, people learn how to counterfeit it,” he said. “And so this particular currency is long overdue for refreshing,” he added. President Mahama said he…

The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in the Central Region has temporarily shut down four hospitality establishments for breaching various tourism regulatory requirements. The affected facilities are Elmina Beach Resort in Elmina, as well as Savoy Hotel, Veke Executive Lodge and Wiz Homes, an Airbnb property, all in Cape Coast. The facilities were sanctioned for various breaches, including operating without valid licences, non-payment of the tourism levy, substandard facilities and poor service delivery. The GTA also posted caution notices at some facilities that were yet to be licensed and had not commenced operations, but were reportedly preparing to receive visitors during…

The Ghana Prisons Service has launched a manhunt for 29-year-old Peter Kyeremeh following his escape from lawful custody. According to a wanted notice issued by the Service, Kyeremeh was serving a five-year prison sentence for unlawful entry and stealing. He is described as fair-complexioned and slim-built. The Ghana Prisons Service is appealing to the public to assist in locating and recapturing him. Members of the public who spot Kyeremeh or have information about his whereabouts have been urged to report immediately to the nearest police station or prison establishment. The Service can also be contacted on 0506232978. The Ghana Prisons…

The University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS) has suspended its ongoing End-of-Second-Semester Examinations for the 2025/2026 academic year with immediate effect. The decision was contained in a notice issued by the Directorate of Academic Affairs on Saturday, August 15, 2026. According to the university, the suspension is to enable management to address outstanding administrative and logistical matters related to the examinations. UHAS said a revised examination timetable will be communicated to students by the close of day on Monday, August 17, 2026. Students have consequently been advised to remain available and regularly monitor the university’s official communication channels for…

NPP flagbearer for the 2028 general elections, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has expressed confidence that newly elected Greater Accra Regional Chairman, Dr Bernard Okoe Boye, will help the party increase its parliamentary representation in the region. Dr Bawumia described Dr Okoe Boye as a humble and capable politician whose leadership would be crucial to the NPP’s preparations for the 2028 elections. He made the remarks on Sunday, August 16, when Dr Okoe Boye and other newly elected Greater Accra Regional executives paid a courtesy call on him at his office. “I know Dr Okoe Boye very well. He’s a good man…