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Finance Minister Attributes “Unprecedented” Cedi Appreciation to Strategic Policies and Market Factors

May 19, 2025

Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, Ghana’s Minister for Finance, has outlined the key factors contributing to the “unprecedented” appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi. As of May 13, the cedi had strengthened by 16.7% against the US dollar, making it the best-performing currency globally this year. In his remarks, Dr Forson attributed this remarkable performance to a...

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia Admits NPP Shortcomings and Seeks Ghanaians’ Forgiveness Ahead of 2024 Elections

May 19, 2025

In a candid address reported by CitiNews, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential candidate for the upcoming 2024 elections and former Vice President, has openly acknowledged the shortcomings of the NPP government. He has issued an apology to the Ghanaian populace and is appealing for their renewed trust as the nation approaches...

Kwabena Agyapong Sounds Alarm: NPP Faces 12-Year Opposition Stint Without Immediate Reforms

May 19, 2025

Senior member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kwabena Agyei Agyapong, has issued a stark warning to his party, suggesting that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) could reclaim power in the 2028 elections with a new presidential candidate. He emphasised that this would likely result in the NPP remaining in opposition for at least the...

OKESS student, 16, arrested with locally manufactured firearm

May 19, 2025

The Tafo Pankrono Divisional Police Command has arrested a 16-year-old Form Two student of Osei Kyeretwie Senior High School (OKESS) for unlawful possession of a locally manufactured firearm. The arrest occurred following a routine dormitory inspection conducted by school authorities on Wednesday, May 14, 2025, at approximately 9:30 a.m., during which the firearm was discovered....

24-Hour Economy Industrial Park launched in Volta Region

May 19, 2025

The Volta Regional Minister, Mr. James Gunu, has announced the commencement of a strategic industrial park project in the region, aimed at accelerating socio-economic development and supporting the government’s 24-hour economy initiative. Speaking during an inspection of the 2,700-acre project site at Adaklu-Waya, Mr. Gunu emphasised the transformative potential of the industrial park. He called...

GHS confirms 3 Mpox cases in Ghana

May 19, 2025

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed three cases of Mpox (formerly known as Monkeypox) in Ghana as of May 15, 2025. All cases have been mild, with no reported deaths. According to the GHS, the first case was identified in February, while the two most recent were detected earlier this month. The cases are...

Burkina Faso Commemorates Rawlings as Son Kimathi Advocates for African Unity

May 19, 2025

In a poignant ceremony highlighting the enduring ties between Ghana and Burkina Faso, a street in Ouagadougou has been named in honour of Ghana’s former President, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings. Following the event, his son, Kimathi Rawlings, spoke about his father’s legacy, the impact of Thomas Sankara, and the pressing need for unity across...

Bank of Ghana Defends Cedi’s Remarkable Recovery Amidst Criticism

May 19, 2025

Dr. Zakaria Mumuni, the First Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has asserted that the recent appreciation of the Ghanaian cedi is not only a significant turnaround from last year’s performance but also an extraordinary achievement since the country adopted a flexible exchange rate system. “Year to date, we’ve had the cedi appreciating by...

CID investigators demand Ntim-Fordjour from Speaker Bagbin

May 19, 2025

The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service, has written to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, requesting the release of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Assin South, Reverend John Ntim Fordjour, for criminal investigations. He is being sought in connection with a GH₵ 600,000, cash-for-contract scandal. He allegedly took money from...

FDA Issues Urgent Warning Against Two Cannabis-Infused Alcoholic Beverages

May 18, 2025

The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued a critical warning to the public regarding the sale and consumption of two alcoholic beverages: Kings Orange Flavoured Liqueur and Jupiter 1990. Both products have been found to contain cannabis extracts and are classified as unsafe for human consumption. The FDA has highlighted that these beverages are...