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Story by Maxwell Mensah In a move aimed at promoting sports development and recreation in Ghana, Parliament has approved a GHS 65,899,456 allocation for the Ministry of Sports and Recreation’s activities. This funding is expected to support the development of sports infrastructure, promote grassroots sports development, and enhance Ghana’s competitiveness in international sports. The approved budget will be used to …

Story by Maxwell Mensah Parliament has approved a significant GHS 838,685,481 allocation for the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovation. This investment is expected to drive Ghana’s digital transformation, promote innovation, and enhance the country’s competitiveness in the global digital economy. The approved budget will be channeled into initiatives aimed at improving Ghana’s digital infrastructure, promoting digital literacy, and …

Story by Maxwell Mensah Parliament has approved a substantial GHS 1,807,744,639 allocation for the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources. This significant investment is expected to facilitate the sustainable management of Ghana’s natural resources, promote environmental conservation, and drive economic growth. The approved budget will likely be used to implement initiatives aimed at improving land administration, promoting sustainable mining practices, …

Story by Maxwell Mensah Parliament has given the green light to a massive GHS 2,904,904,981 allocation for the Ministry of Foods and Agriculture. This substantial investment is expected to revitalize Ghana’s agricultural sector, enhance food security, and promote economic growth. The approved budget will likely be channeled into initiatives aimed at improving agricultural productivity, expanding irrigation systems, and enhancing market …

Story by Maxwell Mensah Parliament has approved a whopping GHS 4,444,356,455 for the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs. This significant allocation is expected to boost the ministry’s efforts in promoting local governance, chieftaincy, and religious affairs across the country. The approved budget will likely be used to implement various initiatives aimed at strengthening local governance structures, promoting …

The Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has revealed that Solomon Asamoah, the former CEO of the Ghana Infrastructure Investment Fund (GIIF) and a key suspect in the Sky Train Scandal that involved a $2m payment , is currently hiding in Senegal to evade prosecution. Speaking to the press at a briefing today, Dr. Ayine noted that …

The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Ayine, says plea bargaining remains a lawful option in ongoing criminal cases, provided the accused persons meet the legal conditions set out under Ghana’s Plea Bargaining Act. This statement was made in the morning of Monday, 24th March, 2025, during a press briefing with the media. “We have not ruled out the …

The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Hon. Dominic Ayine, has disclosed that the former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), Kwabena Adu Boahene, was arrested in connection with a controversial $7 million cyber defense system contract which was diverted into his private account. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, March 24, Hon. Ayine detailed the circumstances surrounding the …

Report By: MENSAH MAXWELL In a heartwarming display of generosity and compassion, the Diocesan Guild of Leaders of the Anglican Diocese of Accra (ADOA), led by Rev’d. Father Kwesi Bonsu, made a significant donation to the St. Nicholas Seminary in Cape Coast. The donation, which took place on Saturday, March 15, 2025, brought joy and relief to at least 50 …

By Prince Boateng The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), in collaboration with other stakeholders, has intercepted a container loaded with opioid drugs worth approximately GH₵20 million at the Tema Port.Authorities disclosed that the consignment was en route to Niger as its final destination. Addressing the media at a press briefing, Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh …