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Police rescue Emirates Airlines Manager after alleged kidnapping in Accra
Police invite Oheneba Nana Asiedu, radio and tv presenter over false news publication
Electoral Commission declares votes for late Akua Donkor as rejected ballots
President Akufo-Addo commissions Tema-Mpakadan railway line and two DMU trains
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo commissioned the Tema-Mpakadan railway line and two new Diesel Multiple Unit (DMU) trains on 22 November 2024. The 97.78-kilometre railway, costing $440 million, was funded by the India Export-Import Bank and aims to reduce road congestion, improve transport infrastructure, and boost economic development.
Police launch manhunt for two ‘vanished’ Lapaz armed robbers
The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for two armed robbers who allegedly attempted to rob Rahama Forex Bureau at Lapaz, Accra, on 22 November 2024. Despite being trapped by police officers, the suspects escaped through unknown means.
Electoral Commission releases details on burnt ballot papers
Dumsor: Here’s why you should brace for a looming power crisis in the coming weeks
Energy analyst Benjamin Nsiah warns that losing up to 1,700 megawatts of power capacity heading into December could lead to severe power shortages, with households and businesses potentially facing only 12 hours of electricity per day.
Coalition Against Galamsey slams Akufo-Addo's 'shameful' inaction on illegal Mining
The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has criticised President Akufo-Addo's speech at the COP29 Climate Summit, where he touted efforts like tree planting and emissions reductions. The coalition claims these statements contradict the government’s record of inaction on illegal mining, which has caused severe environmental destruction, including deforestation, water pollution, and loss of cocoa farmlands.
Police officer in viral ‘slapping’ video interdicted for professional misconduct
A police officer, Detective Corporal Baba Amando Ibrahim, has been interdicted for unprofessional conduct after a viral video showed him slapping a handcuffed suspect. The Ghana Police Service confirmed the interdiction to allow for investigations.
4 Ghanaian peacekeepers injured in rocket attack on UNIFIL facilities in Lebanon
Four Ghanaian peacekeepers serving under the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) were injured in a rocket attack on their base in southern Lebanon on 19 November 2024. The attack, likely carried out by non-state actors, targeted the UNP 5-42 base near the village of Ramyah. Two additional incidents were also reported.
Spintex’s Flower Pot Interchange: A masterpiece of function and art
The GH¢147 million Flower Pot Interchange was commissioned on November 19, 2024, to enhance traffic flow and urban aesthetics in Accra's Spintex Road corridor. Featuring an 802-meter dual carriageway viaduct, ramps, slip roads, and a new link road, the project is designed to improve connectivity between Spintex, East Legon, Airport Hills, and Cantonments.
Angry Titus Glover sacks hawkers from newly-commissioned flower pot interchange
Greater Accra Regional Minister, Daniel Nii Titus Glover, has removed hawkers from the newly-commissioned Flower Pot Interchange in Accra, following public outcry. The action came after hawkers, including a coconut vendor, returned to the site less than 24 hours after the interchange was inaugurated by President Akufo-Addo. Despite warnings during the commissioning, the hawkers set up their goods under the viaduct.
2 arrested as GRA intercepts smuggled guns and weapons at Tema Port
Customs officers of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) have intercepted several smuggled firearms, including 53 sidearms, 74 magazines, and 65 rounds of live ammunition, hidden in a container at Tema Port. The daring smuggling attempt, uncovered during a routine inspection, led to the arrest of two suspects.
Ablakwa dares Akufo-Addo and Bawumia to publicly consume ‘expired’ moshosho rice
Member of Parliament for North Tongu and Chairman of the Assurance Committee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has challenged President Akufo-Addo, Education Minister Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, and his deputy, John Ntim Fordjour, to publicly consume the alleged expired “moshosho” rice.
Ghana ranks 7th in global list of most educated politicians
Ghana ranks seventh in a global list of countries with the most educated politicians, according to an article that explores the educational backgrounds of elected officials around the world.
Togbe Afede XIV criticises judiciary for recent 'illogical' decisions
The Agbogbomefia of Asogli State, Togbe Afede XIV, has criticised recent decisions of the Supreme Court, describing them as “uninspiring” and “illogical”. According to him, the court’s interpretation of some laws has left much to be desired and fails to strengthen the country’s democracy.
It's mere politics, not law – Atuguba on Supreme Court ruling on vacant parliamentary seat
Retired Supreme Court Justice William Atuguba has criticised the reasoning of the five judges in the recent Supreme Court ruling on the vacant seats case, describing their approach as politically motivated.
Leaving Akua Donkor’s picture on ballot papers 'unconstitutional' – Barker-Vormawor
Private legal practitioner and social activist, Oliver Barker-Vormawor, has argued that the Electoral Commission’s decision to include the late Akua Donkor on the 2024 presidential ballot papers is unconstitutional. According to him, the decision will potentially mislead voters and disenfranchise them.
Catholic Bishops’ Conference slams political interference in Bawku conflict
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has condemned all political interference in the ongoing conflict in Bawku, in the Upper East Region. The Conference described the situation as “unfortunate” and called for the “de-politicisation of the conflict” to ensure a lasting solution. The President, Most Reverend Matthew Kwasi Gyamfi, made this call in a communiqué issued by the Conference at the conclusion of its annual plenary assembly, held at Ofoase Kokoben, Obuasi Diocese, in the Ashanti Regi...
