The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) says it has reclaimed more than 16 acres of prime airport land from the McDan Group of Companies, following a “decisive judgement by the Accra High Court” in its favour. In a statement released by the company, it said the judgement was delivered on 6th May, 2025, and the ruling grants GACL full...

The Court of Appeal has granted bail pending appeal to William Ato Essien, founder of the defunct Capital Bank, with a GHS10 million bond and two sureties. The court ruled on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, that Ato Essien must deposit his passport at the court’s registry and report to the Registrar monthly. This decision comes...

The Ga-Adangme Youth Group has expressed serious concerns regarding the treatment of Dr. Daniel McKorley, a prominent entrepreneur and notable figure from the Ga-Adangme community, following recent incidents of demolition and harassment directed at his properties. The group has called for immediate action from the Government of Ghana, the National Democratic Congress, and other relevant...

Three senior officials of the McDan Group have reportedly been picked up by National Security operatives following the demolition of a warehouse under construction along the Spintex Road in Accra. The area has been declared a security zone by the national security but the big question is, why is the action chapel and other companies...

Tensions flared on Wednesday, July 30, during a demolition exercise at Spintex in Accra, as JoyNews reporter Carlos Carlony was detained by National Security operatives under unclear circumstances. According to a video footage, the situation escalated when an armed military officer allegedly assaulted a civilian who was engaged in conversation with the journalist. The officer...

In a defining moment that signals the beginning of another pivotal chapter in Ghana’s democratic journey, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has officially opened nominations for its flagbearer race, setting the stage for what promises to be a compelling contest in the lead-up to the 2028 general elections. At a press conference held at the...

The recent demolition of business structures belonging to renowned Ghanaian entrepreneur Dr. Daniel McKorley, popularly known as McDan, has ignited widespread concern across Ghana’s business and investment communities. The sheer scale and seeming vindictiveness of this action suggest something far deeper than just regulatory enforcement. It hints at political witch-hunting cloaked in officialdom. This isn’t...

The General Agricultural Workers Union (GAWU) has praised the government’s decision to waive import duties on agro-processing machinery, describing it as a significant boost for the agricultural sector. President John Dramani Mahama announced the initiative on Monday, July 28, 2025, as part of broader efforts to promote local investment in agricultural processing and value addition....