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Court Strikes Out Human Rights Case After Deportation of West African Nationals

An Accra High Court has struck out a human rights case filed by eleven West African nationals against the Government of Ghana, after it emerged that the applicants had already been deported to their home countries. The group—comprising four Nigerians, three Togolese, two Malians, one Gambian, and one Liberian—had sought to challenge what they described as unlawful detention in Ghana. …

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TEWU Defies NLC Directive, Continues Nationwide Strike Over Delayed Conditions of Service

The Teachers and Education Workers Union (TEWU) has rejected a directive from the National Labour Commission (NLC) to suspend its ongoing nationwide strike, which began on Friday, September 19, 2025. The union declared an indefinite industrial action in protest against what it describes as the government’s undue delay in signing their conditions of service. TEWU has also criticized the government …

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PURC Announces 1.14% Increase in Electricity Tariffs, Effective October 1

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced a 1.14% upward adjustment in electricity tariffs across all consumer categories, effective October 1, 2025. However, water tariffs will remain unchanged for the same period. In a statement signed by Acting Executive Secretary, Shafic Suleman, the Commission explained that the adjustment follows its Quarterly Tariff Review Mechanism, which assesses key economic indicators …

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Oil Spill on Accra-Tema Stretch Causes Accidents, Prompts Urgent Safety Warning

An oil spill reported along the Accra Mall stretch towards Tema has led to at least three accidents, sparking urgent warnings to motorists using the busy corridor. The spill has made the road surface extremely slippery, posing a serious hazard—particularly for motorcyclists and smaller vehicles. Motorists are being strongly advised to reduce speed and drive with extreme caution as emergency …

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NCA to Receive DStv Pricing Report from Stakeholder Committee by September 29

The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced that the stakeholder committee reviewing DStv pricing in Ghana will submit its final report on Monday, September 29, 2025. The committee, which commenced its work on September 8, 2025, was established to develop a shared understanding of DStv’s pricing model in Ghana and propose commercially viable and acceptable solutions to address concerns raised …

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NPP Youth Wing Stages Protest Against Intimidation in Accra

The youth wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) staged a protest in Accra on Tuesday, September 23, to raise their voices against what they described as harassment, intimidation, and abuse of power by state actors. The demonstration, dubbed “Yɛn Suro Ahunahuna”—translated as “We Are Not Afraid of Intimidation”—began at the Obra Spot near the Kwame Nkrumah Circle at 6 …

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ISA, African Leaders Unite in Accra to Drive a Sustainable Solar-Powered Future

In a world where sustainable energy is the key to the future, International Solar Alliance (ISA) brought together, Government, Business Community,Energy leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders from across Africa for the Seventh Meeting of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Regional Committee for Africa in Accra. The high-level gathering is focused on accelerating the continent’s transition to clean energy and strengthening regional …

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House of Bishops and Wives (Internal Province of Ghana – Anglican Communion) Retreat and Meeting 2025 Held at Sogakofe

Source: Adoa News Theme: One Voice, One Mission: Reigniting Evangelism and Discipleship Across the Province The Internal Province of Ghana of the Anglican Communion successfully held its 2025 House of Bishops and Wives Retreat and Meeting at Sogakofe. The event, which brought together bishops and their spouses from across the Province, was convened by the Most Rev’d Dr. Cyril Kobina …

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Singapore Honours President John Dramani Mahama with Orchid Hybrid “Vanda John Dramani Mahama”

Source: Jubilee House Vanda John Dramani Mahama — A Living Tribute in Singapore The National Orchid Garden has honoured President John Dramani Mahama with a newly named orchid hybrid, “Vanda John Dramani Mahama,” unveiled during his visit to the Singapore Botanic Gardens. The orchid will join the Garden’s renowned “VIP Orchids” collection, a tradition that pays tribute to visiting heads …

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