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IGP Meets Special Operations Team After Gbiniyiri Clashes in Savannah Region

The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has met with the Special Operations Team deployed to Bole and surrounding areas in the Savannah Region to review measures aimed at restoring peace and security. The meeting, held at the Savannah Regional Police Headquarters in Damongo, followed the IGP’s emergency visit last week after violent clashes in Gbiniyiri left at least 31 people dead and dozens injured. According to figures from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), about 1,500 people have been displaced since the violence erupted on August 24, 2025. Days later, on August 28, eight people drowned in the Volta River while attempting to flee the conflict. Security in the area has since been reinforced with additional police and military personnel. The Special Operations Team has been tasked with community patrols, intelligence gathering, and conflict prevention to stabilise […]

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Onion Farmers Urge Government to Regulate Imports

Onion farmers in Asante Akyem North are calling on the government to regulate the importation of foreign onions in order to protect local produce and ensure a stable market for Ghanaian farmers. They argue that onions brought in from Burkina Faso, Nigeria, and Niger are undermining local sales, as traders and consumers often prefer the cheaper imports over homegrown produce. Farmers told Adom News that this year’s harvest has been particularly good, with a bumper yield capable of meeting national demand. They are urging authorities to introduce controls on imported onions, especially during the local harvest season, to safeguard their livelihoods. Moro Adamu, chairman of the Asante Akyem North Onion Farmers Association, appealed for government intervention through policies that would not only protect the onion industry but also encourage youth to embrace agriculture. He added that such support could help […]

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EOCO arrests Liberal Party of Ghana leader Kofi Akpaloo

The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has reportedly arrested Percival Kofi Akpaloo, leader of the Liberal Party of Ghana (LPG). Mr. Akpaloo was taken into custody on the morning of Wednesday, September 3, 2025. Details surrounding the arrest remain limited. Further updates are expected.

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Donkor: Treat Ridge Hospital Assault as Crime, Not Political Matter

In the wake of the disturbing assault on a nurse at Ridge Hospital, former Sekyere Afram Plains District Chief Executive (DCE) Fuseini Donkor has called for a grounded, legal response—urging that the issue be treated as a criminal matter handled by security agencies, not politicized or thrust onto the Health Minister. His views were shared during an appearance on Adom FM’s morning show, Dwaso Nsem/ Key Position: De-politicize and Prioritize Security Mr. Donkor questioned the calls for the Minister to make arrests, arguing: “Why are we calling on the Minister to go and effect arrests? It makes it look as though it was a government official who assaulted the nurse. He emphasized that hospitals should immediately report such incidents to the police. The core issue, he noted, is a breakdown in security at Ridge Hospital—how did the perpetrator gain entry […]

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Foreign Affairs Ministry Under Fire for Financial Irregularities

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has come under intense scrutiny before Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC) over a litany of financial infractions. Allegations include unearned salaries, improperly issued imprests, missing electronics, and embezzlement—raising questions about accountability and financial governance within the Ministry. Unearned Salaries and Improper Imprests According to the Auditor-General’s report, three Foreign Service Officers stationed in Abuja received salaries they were not owed, while at the Ankara mission, 19 personnel—including a former head of mission—were improperly issued imprests totaling €16,226, which has since been repaid The PAC also flagged the unaccounted expenditure of $5,800 by Mrs. Esther Dzifa-Ofori, the former Head of Mission in Malabo. The funds, purportedly spent on a MacBook Air laptop and three Samsung S10 phones, remain untraced. Ambassador Ramses J. Cleland, the Ministry’s Chief Director, informed the Committee that he has reached out to […]

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RTI Commission Flags Staffing, Logistics Gaps at 5th Anniversary

At the launch of its 5th-anniversary celebration in Accra, the Executive Secretary of Ghana’s Right to Information (RTI) Commission, Genevieve Shirley Lartey Esq., raised pressing concerns about the Commission’s limited capacity to effectively fulfill its mandate due to significant staffing and logistical constraints. Despite operating four regional offices—in Accra (head office), Bono, Ashanti, and Upper East—the Commission continues to operate with a small team and scant resources, relying heavily on external partners to sustain its functions. Lartey emphasized the urgent need for additional resources, including logistics and financial support, to ensure continued functionality and efficiency across all offices. Plans are in progress to open additional regional branches in the Northern and Central regions, with another yet-to-be-named region slated before the end of 2025. To guarantee nationwide coverage, areas without an RTI office will be grouped under existing zonal structures. Speaking […]

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SEC Warns of Rising AI Fraud and Impersonation in Ghana

In a revealing move, Acting Deputy Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Mr. Mensah Thompson, has raised urgent concerns about the growing misuse of artificial intelligence (AI) in fraudulent schemes and impersonation across the country. His warning underscores the evolving challenges Ghana’s financial regulators face in safeguarding investors amid the rise of digitally enabled fraud. AI-Driven Fraud: A New Frontier Last month, the SEC issued a public alert drawing attention to a disturbing trend: fraudulent investment platforms are increasingly deploying AI to impersonate trusted public figures. These ploys often feature manipulated images and voice recordings to deceive unsuspecting investors, giving scammers a veneer of credibility. The fabricated endorsements tap into social media platforms, complicating efforts to trace perpetrators. Mr. Mensah Thompson echoed this urgency, emphasizing that such advancements in AI technology are quickly being weaponized. “AI-generated content can […]

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President Mahama Urges NDPC to Break Short-Term Development Planning Cycle

President John Dramani Mahama has called on the newly inaugurated National Development Planning Commission (NDPC) to shift Ghana's development strategy from short-term, politically influenced plans to a cohesive, long-term national development framework. This initiative aims to ensure sustainable growth and economic transformation beyond electoral cycles. Inauguration of the 8th NDPC On May 19, 2025, President Mahama inaugurated the eighth NDPC, a 37-member body chaired by economist Dr. Nii Moi Thompson. The President emphasized the need for a stable and predictable development path that transcends partisan politics and reflects the collective aspirations of Ghanaians . Consolidation of Existing Frameworks President Mahama tasked the NDPC with harmonizing existing long-term development frameworks, including: Ghana Beyond Aid Charter Ghana@100 Long-Term Development Framework Vision 2057 Perspective Framework The goal is to create a single, inclusive, and forward-looking national development plan through collaboration with Parliament and […]

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Africa’s Public Sector Workers Face Declining Wages: Survey Highlights Urgent Need for Reform

A recent survey reveals that public sector workers across Africa, particularly in health and education, are experiencing significant wage declines. The report underscores the pressing need for systemic reforms to address the financial hardships faced by these essential workers. Key Findings from the Survey The ActionAid report, titled The Human Cost of Public Sector Cuts in Africa, surveyed over 600 healthcare workers, teachers, and community members in Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Liberia, Malawi, and Nigeria. The findings are alarming: Wage Declines: Teachers' salaries have plummeted by between 10% and 50% over the past five years. Financial Struggles: An overwhelming 97% of health workers reported insufficient wages to cover basic needs like rent, food, and household expenses. Increased Workloads: Budget cuts have led to overwhelming workloads, with 70% of teachers and 85% of health workers feeling overburdened. Mental Health Impact: The financial […]

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Ghana Risks Further Revenue Losses: Experts Advocate for Tech-Driven Tax Reforms

Ghana faces escalating revenue losses due to systemic tax leakages and inefficiencies. Experts at the recent National Dialogue emphasized the urgent need for technology-driven reforms to enhance tax collection and broaden the tax base. Background At the National Dialogue on "Tackling Tax Revenue Leakages in Ghana," held on April 23, 2025, stakeholders from academia, industry, and government convened to address the persistent challenges in Ghana's tax system. The consensus was clear: without significant reforms, Ghana risks continued revenue shortfalls that could hinder national development efforts. Expert Insights Abigail Maame Esi Mensah, Manager of Business Tax Advisory at Ernst & Young, highlighted the challenges posed by the informal economy. She noted that the lack of an integrated tax system makes it difficult to incorporate informal sector actors into the tax net. Additionally, she pointed out that practices like related-party transactions and […]

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