Author: Political Desk

The Deputy Attorney-General, Justice Srem Sai, has disclosed that the prosecution will strongly oppose any submission of no case to answer expected from lawyers representing Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Bosiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, and his co-accused, Akonta Mining Limited. In a Facebook post on February 4, the Deputy Attorney-General announced that the State had formally closed its case against Chairman Wontumi, Kwame Antwi (who is currently at large), and Akonta Mining Limited. The core allegation is that Chairman Wontumi, without obtaining the required ministerial approval, permitted individuals to carry out illegal…

President John Dramani Mahama has revealed that his administration inherited a deeply troubled nation when he assumed office on January 7, 2025, describing the country as “sick” with a fragile economy and governance structures in tatters. The President made the disclosure during his official three-day state visit to Zambia, where he addressed members of the Ghanaian community living in the country. Reflecting on the circumstances surrounding his return to power, President Mahama outlined the severe challenges his government faced from day one, emphasising the urgent need for comprehensive intervention to avert further collapse. “We inherited a country that was sick.…

Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has questioned the credibility of Ghana’s January 2026 inflation rate of 3.8 percent, insisting that the figure does not reflect the actual cost-of-living pressures faced by ordinary Ghanaians. The Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) announced on Wednesday, February 4, that headline inflation dropped to 3.8 percent in January 2026, down from 5.4 percent in December 2025. This represents a 1.6 percentage point decline, which GSS attributed to easing price pressures in selected goods and services. However, the Ofoase-Ayirebi Member of Parliament described the data as inconsistent with market realities. He…

The Chief Executive Officer of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA), Julius Neequaye Kotey, has clarified that the official cost of a DV vehicle registration plate is GH¢417.25. This comes amid growing public complaints about inflated prices charged by unauthorised intermediaries, often referred to as “goro boys and girls,” who reportedly sell the plates for between GH¢1,300 and GH¢1,500, leaving many vehicle owners frustrated. In a Facebook post on February 4, Mr Kotey addressed the concerns directly, stating: “The official price for a DV plate is GH¢417.25. Please note that the DVLA currently restricts issuance exclusively to registered car…

The Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) has carried out a targeted enforcement operation in Madina and parts of Ashaiman, shutting down several herbal and naturopathic facilities found to be operating without valid licences or certifications. Among the facilities closed were Bibio Herbal Centre in Madina and My Redeemer Naturopathic Treatment Centre in Ashaiman Jericho, both of which were operating with expired licences. At Ashaiman Atadeka, Amuzu Herbal Centre was shut down for operating with an expired licence and practitioner certificate, while K. Duah Herbal Centre was closed for operating without registration or a valid operating licence. The operation, led by…

The Member of Parliament for Abuakwa South, Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, has declared that Dr. Joseph Kwame Kyeretwie Boakye Danquah stands as an undisputed national figure whose legacy transcends political divisions and belongs to the entire Republic of Ghana. In a commemorative statement delivered in Parliament on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, to mark the 61st anniversary of Dr. Danquah’s death in 1965, Dr. Agyemang argued that the respect and intellectual engagement accorded to Dr. Danquah by those who did not share his political ideology provide the most compelling evidence of his national stature. “When clerks of Parliament, professional bodies, academic institutions,…

The prosecution in the trial of Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), and his company, Akonta Mining Company Limited, has closed its case. This follows the conclusion of testimony from the fourth and final prosecution witness, an expert from the Minerals Commission, on Tuesday, February 4, 2026. During cross-examination by Andy Appiah-Kubi, counsel for Chairman Wontumi, the witness confirmed that there was no record at the Minerals Commission of any permit or legal assignment involving the accused persons in relation to the mining rights raised in the trial.…

The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma North, Ewurabena Aubynn, has called on Parliament and the nation to address cancer as a critical national development issue rather than solely a health concern, emphasising its impact on productivity, economic growth, and social stability. In a statement delivered during parliamentary proceedings on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, to mark World Cancer Day under the global theme “United by Unique”, the MP highlighted that the theme underscores the human element behind cancer statistics, affecting individuals, families, and communities. She noted that cancer has become a growing public health challenge in Ghana, with over 24,000 new…

Ghanaian dancehall artiste Stonebwoy has weighed in on the government’s reported plans to rename Kotoka International Airport back to its original name, Accra International Airport. According to Stonebwoy, any such change should be driven by clear, nationalistic reasons that promote a positive narrative for the nation. In an exclusive interview with The1957News on the sidelines of the ongoing African Prosperity Dialogues at the Accra International Conference Center, on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, Stonebwoy shared his thoughts on the proposed name reversion. He noted that the airport was historically known as Accra International Airport, which explains the enduring “ACC” code used…

Ghana’s headline inflation rate has dropped to 3.8 percent in January 2026, marking the lowest level in nearly 27 years and the 13th consecutive monthly decline, according to data released by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS). The figure represents a significant 1.6 percentage point decrease from the 5.4 percent recorded in December 2025. Year-on-year, inflation has fallen sharply from 23.5 percent in January 2025, highlighting a sustained disinflationary trend following periods of elevated price pressures. Government Statistician Dr. Alhassan Iddrisu announced the latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) figures during a press briefing in Accra on Wednesday. He noted that the…