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Police Invite Parties for Akwatia By-Election Security Talks

also for " The Ghana Police Service has invited political parties to a high-level meeting to address election-related violence and preparations for the upcoming Akwatia Constituency by-election. In a letter signed by the Director-General of Administration, COP Dr. David Agyemang Adjem, the Police said the meeting will take place on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at the Police Headquarters in Accra.The discussions will focus on security arrangements, operational modalities for the by-election, and the Electoral Commission’s (EC) roadmap for the polls. “The meeting will discuss the modalities for the by-election as well as the Electoral Commission’s preparedness and their roadmap for the Parliamentary by-election,” the letter stated. The Police expressed confidence in the cooperation of political stakeholders, urging all invited parties to make themselves available for the engagement. The Electoral Commission, which will conduct the by-election, was also copied in the […]

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Nigeria’s Paternity Crisis: 1 in 4 DNA Tests Negative

A new report by Smart DNA Nigeria has revealed that one in every four paternity tests conducted in the country still returns a negative result, highlighting a persistent paternity crisis and raising deeper questions about trust and family dynamics in Nigeria. In its 2025 Annual DNA Testing Report, released this week, the Lagos-based genetic testing company disclosed that 25 per cent of paternity tests conducted between July 2024 and June 2025 showed that presumed fathers were not biologically related to the children in question. Although this figure is slightly lower than the 27 per cent recorded in 2024, the firm described it as a “worrying and consistent trend” that underscores the sensitive realities facing many households. “These findings are not just about science; they tell us something profound about trust, relationships, and the legal and economic realities of Nigerian families […]

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GTEC Boss Rejects Deputy Minister’s ‘Professor’ Claim

The Director-General of the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), Professor Ahmed Abdulai Jinapor, has rejected a two-week ultimatum from the lawyers of Deputy Minister of Health, Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, over her use of the title “Professor.” Speaking on Joy FM’s Midday News, Prof. Jinapor criticized the ultimatum, accusing Dr. Ayensu-Danquah’s legal team of giving “poor advice” that has worsened the controversy. The dispute revolves around conflicting claims about Dr. Ayensu-Danquah’s academic rank. According to Prof. Jinapor, a “chronology of events” revealed inconsistencies from the Deputy Minister’s camp. “The Honourable Deputy Minister of Health, an MP, said on national TV that she is a full professor from the University of Utah, Department of Surgery. That is a statement of fact,” Prof. Jinapor noted. However, he disclosed that GTEC’s findings contradict this claim. “Her lawyers wrote to GTEC indicating that she is […]

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Ghana Eyes Tech Partnerships for Transport Upgrade

Minister for Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has announced plans to integrate technology into Ghana’s transport sector through strategic partnerships. He, however, emphasized that operational oversight will remain under the Ministry of Transport. “We will ensure that any relevant technological conversation is well aligned, but the Transport Ministry will lead on operational matters,” Mr. George said during a meeting with officials from Yango, the Ministry of Transport, and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) on Friday, August 15, 2025. Transport Minister Joseph Bukari Nikpe welcomed the proposals, urging Yango to submit them formally for review. He highlighted Ghana’s existing electric vehicle (EV) policy and roadmap, stressing government’s readiness to embrace partnerships that strengthen transport infrastructure and enhance service delivery. Both ministers described the session as an introductory platform, with subsequent engagements expected to conduct a detailed […]

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GES Opens 2025 Teacher Promotion Applications

The 2025 promotion exercise covers four categories: Deputy Director, Assistant Director I, Assistant Director II, and Principal Superintendent. According to GES, only serving teachers who meet the required criteria are eligible to apply. To qualify for promotion: Deputy Director: Must have been promoted to Assistant Director I in or before 2020 and remained at post since, except for approved leave. Assistant Director I: Must have attained Assistant Director II in or before 2020 under the same conditions. Assistant Director II: Must have been promoted to Principal Superintendent in or before 2020. Principal Superintendent: Must have held the rank of Senior Superintendent I in or before 2020. Teachers who have completed an approved undergraduate degree will also be automatically placed at the Principal Superintendent level. GES emphasized that teachers relying on Master’s or PhD degrees for promotion must ensure their programme […]

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Asunafo North Alarmed Over Youth Gun Possession

Assembly members in the Asunafo North Municipality of the Ahafo Region have expressed deep concern over the growing trend of open firearm possession, particularly among the youth. Speaking after the municipality’s first general assembly meeting in Goaso, Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) Joseph Akparibo described the situation—largely involving unlicensed weapons—as a serious threat to public safety. “We are seeing more young people openly carrying firearms, and it is creating unrest in the community,” Mr. Akparibo said. “If no radical action is taken, nobody can predict what will happen next.” He revealed that municipal authorities are working closely with the Ghana Police Service and planning unannounced operations to apprehend offenders and seize illegal firearms. Kasapin Assembly Member Razak Ahmed also voiced frustration over what he described as inadequate police action. “Five people have been killed in our municipality since last year, and […]

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Defence Ministry Vows Open Probe into Ashanti Crash

The Ministry of Defence has pledged a full, transparent investigation into the August 6 helicopter crash in Adansi Akrofuom, Ashanti Region, that claimed eight lives, including Defence Minister Dr. Edward Omane Boamah. Speaking to traditional leaders in Accra on August 13, Deputy Defence Minister Brogya Genfi said the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) had commenced investigations and sought international collaboration to ensure the credibility of the process. “We have received a positive response to our request for international support. Nothing will be covered up—the process will be transparent, and the public will know exactly what happened and the cause of this tragic accident,” Mr. Genfi assured. He also called on the media to report responsibly to avoid misinformation. The crash victims included: Dr. Ibrahim Murtala Muhammed, Minister for Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation Samuel Aboagye, former parliamentary candidate Samuel Sarpong, NDC […]

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Officials Respond to Hippo Invasion in Tolomedzi

In a swift response to the recent hippopotamus invasion in Tolomedzi, a fishing community in the Krachi East Municipality of the Oti Region, officials from the Wildlife Division, the Forestry Commission, and the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) have visited the area to assess the situation and offer support. The unexpected arrival of the large mammals has triggered serious safety concerns among residents. Adom News had earlier reported on the potential danger these hippos pose to both lives and property. During the visit, Wildlife Division Manager Alfred Kofi Barah stressed the importance of understanding hippopotamus behavior. He explained that although hippos are often seen as calm animals, they are highly territorial and can become aggressive when they feel threatened. Residents voiced fears for their safety, livestock, and crops after several hippos were spotted wandering near homes and farmlands. Some expressed […]

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490 NPP Youth Leaders Back Bawumia with Nomination Forms

Over 490 youth organisers of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) have collected nomination forms for former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia ahead of the party’s January 2026 presidential primary. The group—comprising substantive and deputy youth leaders from constituencies nationwide—picked up the forms at the NPP headquarters on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, and presented them to Dr. Bawumia at his campaign office, pledging their full support. Expressing gratitude, Dr. Bawumia described the gesture as a remarkable show of trust. “The youth organisers of our party across the length and breadth of the country—490 out of 552—came to me. The leadership requested that they put their widows’ mite together to pick my nomination forms for me. I agreed because that was a remarkable vote of confidence in me,” he said. “This morning, they fulfilled that promise and have picked the form from […]

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BoG Plans Talks with Banks on FX, Liquidity & Policy Rate

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr. Johnson P. Asiama, has announced that he will soon engage the Ghana Association of Banks to address key concerns regarding forward foreign exchange (FX) auctions and market liquidity. Speaking at a brief gathering with the CEOs of Ghana’s commercial banks in Accra, Dr. Asiama emphasized that the discussions aim to improve the FX market’s efficiency and ensure banks maintain adequate liquidity to meet the needs of both businesses and households. “There is hope for further easing,” he said, indicating potential for another policy rate cut—pending continued trends of easing inflation and stable market conditions. However, he stressed that any such move would be cautious, intended to preserve the macroeconomic stability that Ghana has worked hard to achieve. The BoG recently lowered its policy rate from 28% to 25%, citing strong macroeconomic […]

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