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Helicopter Crash: Haruna Iddrisu takes over sponsorship of 47 students from Dr Murtala

Aug 12, 2025 | 20:34 pm

The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has pledged to take over the sponsorship of 47 medical students who were previously supported by the late Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed.

Nzema Kotoko secures injunction against Basake Holy Stars over sports stadium

Aug 12, 2025 | 20:17 pm

The Life Patron of Nzema Kotoko FC, Awulae Amihere Kpanyinli III, has filed a legal suit at the Sekondi High Court of Justice against top-flight club Basake Holy Stars FC and his Chief Executive Officer, Simon Ehomah, according to reports.

Official: NDC to contest Akwatia by-election on September 2

Aug 12, 2025 | 20:16 pm

The ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) has affirmed its decision to participate in the Akwatia Constituency parliamentary by-election scheduled for Tuesday, September 2, 2025.

PHOTOS: IGP, POMAB commiserate with GAF following tragic helicopter crash

Aug 12, 2025 | 20:06 pm

The Inspector General of Police, COP Christian Tetteh Yohuno, and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) visited the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) to express their condolences over the loss of three officers in the recent military helicopter crash.

GH¢2,500 Per Game: Details of GFA's new price package for Ghanaian referees

Aug 12, 2025 | 19:11 pm

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced an improved financial package for Ghanaian referees for the 2025/2026 season.

Cocoa farmers in Ashanti Region fell trees in protest over insufficient price hike

Aug 12, 2025 | 19:06 pm

Some cocoa farmers in parts of the Ashanti Region have taken drastic measures in response to their dissatisfaction with the recent cocoa price adjustment.

Helicopter Crash: Government to set up special fund for children of victims

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:57 pm

President John Dramani Mahama has announced the creation of a special fund to support the children of the eight people who lost their lives in the fatal helicopter crash at Sikaman in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region.

Helicopter Crash: Wontumi TV apologises to President Mahama, NDC over insensitive comments

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:54 pm

The Management of Wontumi TV has apologised to President John Dramani Mahama, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the public over comments made by one of its presenters linking the president to the recent military helicopter crash that claimed 8[…]

Ablakwa settles medical bills of children admitted at 37 Hospital to honor Dr Omane Boamah

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:53 pm

The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has paid the medical bills of children currently admitted at the 37 Military Hospital in Accra.

Manhyia bans funerals across Asanteman on August 21 for Asantehemaa's one-week observance

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:52 pm

The Manhyia Palace has placed a temporary ban on all funerals across Asanteman on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

3 other African countries that have clashed with DStv apart from Ghana

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:47 pm

A look at Ghana's ongoing standoff with DStv over subscription pricing and three other high-profile regulatory disputes in Malawi, Liberia, ...

Watch as Ashanti women mourn death of Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:46 pm

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, officially announced the death of the Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III on August 11, 2025.

Awentami Paul Afoko mourns Asantehemaa Nana Konadu Yiadom III

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:46 pm

Prominent Ghanaian politician Awentami Paul Afoko has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the Asantehemaa, Nana Konadu Yiadom III, describing it as a devastating loss to the Asante Kingdom and the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II.

Establish national support funds for Ghanaians clubs in Africa – Kurt Okraku to Sports Minister

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:37 pm

Ghana Football Association (GFA), President , Kurt Okraku, has called on the Minister for sports and recreation, Kofi Adams to provide special support for Ghanaian clubs participating in the CAF Inter Club competitions.

NDPC pays tribute to eight fallen heroes; honours legacies of Dr Murtala, Dr Omane Boamah

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:35 pm

The National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), led by its Chairman and Presidential Advisor on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Dr Nii Moi Thompson, and Director-General, Dr Audrey Smock Amoah, has paid a solemn tribute to eight distinguished Ghanaians who perished[…]

Betty Mould-Iddrisu to chair Marriage Governance Conference 2025

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:34 pm

Former Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Betty Mould-Iddrisu, will chair the second edition of the Marriage Governance Conference (MGC) on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at the Ghana Shippers Authority in Accra.

Helicopter Crash: Ibrahim Mahama offers to clear the debts of Dr Murtala, Alhaji Muniru

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:30 pm

Ghanaian business mogul, Ibrahim Mahama, has offered to clear all the debts of the late Minister of Environment, Science, Technology and Innovation, Dr Ibrahim Murtala Mohammed, and the late Acting Deputy National Security Coordinator, Alhaji Muniru Mohammed Limuna.

I haven't decided - Kurt Okraku speaks on possibility of running for a third term in office

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:21 pm

President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku has said that he has not taken a decision to run for a third term amidst controversy on the issue.

BoG to leverage commodities for strong reserve buffers – First Deputy Governor

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:16 pm

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) says it is fully committed to the global shift towards leveraging commodities to build strong reserve buffers.

MoU with Local Government Ministry for evidence-based policies imminent – ISSER Director

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:13 pm

At the just-ended Evidence to Action Conference and Exhibition 2025, held at the Institute of Statistical, Social and Economic Research (ISSER) in Accra, Director Professor Peter Quartey revealed that an MoU with the Ministry of Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural[…]

Government committed to business growth - Julius Debrah

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:10 pm

The Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, has observed that government remains a core partner to the business community.

Three Wontumi radio stations, Six others suspended - CitiNewsroom.com

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:08 pm

... Ghana. Tags: Chairman WontumiGhana NewsheadlineNCAWontumi Radio · Share ... CitiNewsroom.com is Ghana's leading news website that delivers high ...

Military Helicopter Crash: Hamza Suhuyini criticises GAF over response to disaster and security

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:04 pm

A member of the NDC Communications Team, Hamza Suhuyini Sayibu, has criticised the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) for what he described as a slow and inadequate response to the recent military helicopter crash that claimed the life of defence minister[…]

'We are going to take inspiration from GJA code of ethics' - Sam George

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:01 pm

The Minister of Communications, Digital Technology and Innovation, Samuel Nartey George, has hinted at his ministry’s plan to implement legislation aimed at guiding the media’s reportage and coverage of tragedies in a more respectful and less graphic manner.

'He was incorruptible' – Ablakwa on how Dr Murtala turned down Gaddafi's juicy offer

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:00 pm

Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has described the late Dr Murtala Mohammed Minister of Environment, Science, and Technology as one who was incorruptible.

3 notable figures urging President Mahama to end galamsey after helicopter crash

Aug 12, 2025 | 18:00 pm

The helicopter crash that claimed the lives of eight Ghanaians including two cabinet ministers on August 6, 2025, has triggered renewed calls for President John Mahama to end illegal mining otherwise known as galamsey.

Gifty Oware set to become GFA's second Vice President following Congress approval

Aug 12, 2025 | 17:31 pm

Executive Council Member of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Gifty Oware-Mensah is set to assume the role of second Vice president after Congress voted to approve the proposal.

114 out of 124 Congress Members vote in favour of third term for GFA president

Aug 12, 2025 | 17:22 pm

The 31st Ordinary Congress of the Ghana Football Association has extended the term limit of the president of the Ghana Football Association from two to three terms.

Apostle Kwadwo Safo alive and well – Adwoa Safo debunks false death reports

Aug 12, 2025 | 17:10 pm

Former Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya and Head of the Safo family, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has strongly refuted circulating online reports claiming that her father, Apostle Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, has passed away.

Military helicopter crash: What does Ghana's search and rescue protocol say, and was it flouted?

Aug 12, 2025 | 17:04 pm

According to the Ghana Armed Forces, the aircraft departed Accra at 9:12 a.m. en route to Obuasi for official government business. By commercial ...

GFA sustains and expands support for Women's Premier League

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:49 pm

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has reaffirmed its commitment to the growth and development of women’s football by sustaining and in some cases increasing its comprehensive support package for the Women’s Premier League (WPL).

Africa's Road to COP30: Ghana to host key meeting on sustainability and climate finance

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:44 pm

Ghana is set to host the the first stakeholder meeting for the Sixth Africa Sustainability Report and the Think Energy SDGs Awards to explore ways to create legislative and financial environments that can attract a share of the over US$40[…]

Everton chase Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku - GhanaSoccernet

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:43 pm

Everton has set their sights on Leicester City's exciting Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, who is eager to rediscover his spark after a ...

BoG's quarter-ounce gold coin drops to sell at GH¢9,781.45 on August 12

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:41 pm

The investment price of the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) gold coins continues to decline, a development attributed to the Ghana cedi’s appreciation against the US dollar.

Ghana winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku committed to Leicester City amid Everton interest

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:39 pm

Ghana international Abdul Fatawu Issahaku is not in a hurry to leave Leicester City despite the strong interest from English Premier League outfit ...

Loan rates ease below 50% threshold for SMEs - BoG report

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:37 pm

The Bank of Ghana’s June 2025 Annualised Percentage Rates (APRs) report shows that interest rates on loans in Ghana have dropped sharply from the 50% threshold recorded earlier in 2025 to between 20% and 40%.

Accra-Tema shuttle service suspended - Ghana Railway Company Limited

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:37 pm

The Ghana Railway Company Limited has announced the temporary suspension of the Accra–Tema shuttle service, effective Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

From Kusi Amoa to Konadu Yiadom III: List of all Asantehemaas since the creation of the Asante Kingdom

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:36 pm

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, was officially informed of the demise of his queen mother, Asantehemaa Nana Ama Konadu Yiadom III, at an emergency Asanteman Traditional Council meeting, which convened all the chiefs of the Asante Kingdom, on Monday,[…]

IGP promotes two officers who foiled night robbery - Graphic Online

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:35 pm

The Ghana Police Service has promoted two officers for their bravery in foiling a fuel tanker robbery at Ablekuma Borkorborkor, rescuing two ...

Helicopter Crash: Dr Omane Boamah redefined politics in Ghana - Mahdi Jibril

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:33 pm

Deputy Director of Elections for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mahdi Jibril, has paid tribute to the late Minister of Defence, describing him as a transformational leader whose approach brought fresh energy and inclusivity to Ghana’s electoral process.

GFA Congress approves extension of presidential term limit to three terms

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:32 pm

The proposal to extend the term limit of presidents of the Ghana Football Association from two to three has been accepted at the 31st Ordinary Congress of the GFA.

Sam George explains MultiChoice impasse amid suspension calls

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:14 pm

The Minister of Communication, Digital Technology, and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has stated that MultiChoice has refused to review its prices despite several engagements.

GFA deepens investment in Colts and Youth Football Development

Aug 12, 2025 | 16:12 pm

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has reaffirmed its commitment to grassroots football by sustaining and expanding its investment in Colts football and youth development programmes nationwide.

Ghana host 11th biennial CHEA-AR conference to enhance parliamentary reporting

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:58 pm

In his opening remarks, Alhaji Adam Iddrisu, the Editor of Debate, Hansard Office, Parliament of Ghana, welcomed the 63 delegates across Africa, where ...

GFA delivers record financial and logistical support to Premier League Clubs

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:57 pm

The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has announced a major financial and logistical boost for all eighteen (18) Ghana Premier League (GPL) clubs ahead of the 2025/26 season, reinforcing its commitment to building a stronger, more competitive and sustainable top-flight league.

Black Stars on track for World Cup qualification despite missing out on AFCON - Kurt Okraku

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:42 pm

President of the Ghana Football Association, Kurt Okraku has urged Ghanaians to rally behind the Black Stars in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers despite the team's inability to qualify for the 2025 African Cup of Nations in Morocco.

GAF Z-9 helicopter blasted mid-air; it did not crash – Deputy Majority Whip

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:42 pm

The Deputy Majority Chief Whip, Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe Ghansah, has stated that all available evidence suggests the Ghana Air Force helicopter accident that claimed eight lives was the result of a blast.

I funded NPP Eastern Region candidates, executives with GH¢52 billion in 2024 - Bryan Acheampong

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:28 pm

New Patriotic Party flagbearer hopeful, Dr.

7 banks with the lowest household loan rates – BoG APR report

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:27 pm

The Bank of Ghana’s September 2024 Annualised Percentage Rates (APR) report shows that some banks are offering significantly lower borrowing costs for households than others.

GFA announces GHC2m prize for 2025/26 Ghana Premier League winners

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:26 pm

The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has revealed that the winners of the 2025/26 Ghana Premier League will receive ...

Banking that Rewards You: Access Bank rolls out loyalty program

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:24 pm

Access Bank (Ghana) PLC has officially launched its new loyalty initiative, Rewards by Access, designed to elevate customer experience through meaningful, lifestyle-driven rewards.

Concerned Cocoa Farmers call off protest to mourn helicopter crash victims

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:20 pm

The Concerned Cocoa Farmers Association of Ghana has called off its planned protest, which was scheduled for August 11, 2025.

NCA suspends Wontumi FM, 8 others after 30-day grace period

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:13 pm

The National Communications Authority (NCA) has suspended the operations of nine (9) radio stations in Ghana for various infractions.

Republic Bank Backs Ghana's First Iron Ore Exploration Success

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:09 pm

In Ghana's Oti Region, a landmark drilling phase for the country's inaugural iron ore resource estimation has concluded, funded entirely by ...

What 3 pastors have said about directive to share national prophecies with presidential envoy

Aug 12, 2025 | 15:07 pm

The Presidential envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, has urged church leaders to handle prophecies with greater care, a directive that has ignited a national debate over how spiritual revelations should be managed in moments of crisis.

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