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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...
EOCO on manhunt for 6 individuals involved in financial crimes
The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has issued a public alert seeking six individuals accused of engaging in severe financial crimes, including possession of forged documents, defrauding by false pretences, and money laundering.
Police mount search for group in viral video threatening violence during 2024 elections
The Ghana Police Service is conducting a search for a group of individuals, identifying themselves as "NDC Youth of Obuasi," who appeared in a viral video threatening violence ahead of the 2024 General Elections.
Reasons behind Ghana’s unfinished buildings and their impacts
Unfinished buildings are a common feature across Ghana, spanning both rural and urban areas. These structures include private homes as well as government infrastructure projects such as schools and roads, often abandoned partway through construction.
Ministry of Education investigates ‘expired rice for SHS students’ scandal
The Ministry of Education has initiated a thorough investigation into allegations of expired and contaminated ‘Moshsosho’ rice being repackaged for Senior High Schools, as revealed by North Tongu MP, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa.
Madina MP Xavier Sosu questions Supreme Court ruling on Afenyo-Markin vs Bagbin case
Legal practitioner and Member of Parliament for Madina, Francis Xavier Sosu, has expressed concerns regarding the Supreme Court’s decision in the Afenyo-Markin vs Bagbin case.
Barker-Vormawor pens crucial 10-point plan for next AG to reform Ghana’s judiciary
Activist and private legal practitioner Oliver Barker-Vormawor has presented a 10-point set of recommendations aimed at a future Attorney-General to reform Ghana’s judicial system.
Prof Christopher Gordon urges youth to speak out against galamsey
Environmental scientist and former Director of the Institute for Environment and Sanitation Studies at the University of Ghana, Professor Christopher Gordon, has called on Ghanaian youth to voice their concerns over the destruction caused by illegal mining, locally known as galamsey.
Professor Christopher Gordon kicks against burning of galamsey equipment
Environmental scientist and former Director of the Institute for Environment and Sanitation Studies at the University of Ghana, Professor Christopher Gordon, has advised against burning mining equipment seized from illegal miners. These include excavators, changfans, and water-pumping machines.
Ablakwa exposes alleged repackaging of expired Indian rice for SHS students
Member of Parliament for North Tongu and Chairman of the Assurance Committee, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed an alleged scheme involving the repackaging of expired and contaminated rice from India for Senior High School students in Ghana.
Reprint new ballot papers without Akua Donkor’s image – LPG’s Kofi Akpaloo to EC
Percival Kofi Akpaloo, the Presidential Candidate of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG), has called for the reprinting of all presidential ballot papers to remove the image of the late flagbearer of the Ghana Freedom Party (GFP), Akua Donkor.
