News – Page 72

Sam George slams AirtelTigo sale, calls managers ‘Enemies of the State

March 27, 2025

The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Mr Samuel Nartey George, has strongly condemned the sale of AirtelTigo, labeling the individuals involved in managing the transaction as “enemies of the state.” He criticized the decision to sell the telecommunications company, which is burdened with a debt of GHC 3.5 billion, for just one dollar....

Pitch invader at Ghana-Chad game sentenced to 100 days in prison

March 27, 2025

A 21-year-old football fan, Mohammed Huzeinu, has been sentenced to 100 days in prison by an Accra District Court for invading the pitch during Ghana’s match against Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on Friday, March 21, 2022. Huzeinu’s actions disrupted the game, potentially exposing the Ghana Football Association (GFA) to financial penalties. Pitch invasions...

Ben Nunoo Mensah Confirms Decision Not to Seek Re-election as GOC Presid

March 27, 2025

The President of the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC), Ben Nunoo Mensah, has officially announced that he will not seek re-election in the upcoming GOC elections scheduled for April 2025. In a press release dated March 26, 2025, Nunoo Mensah expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve but stated that he believes it is time...

GaDangme Pressure Groups Allege Sabotage in GRA Probe of Bills Micro-Credit Founder

March 27, 2025

Accra, March 25, 2025 – The Coalition of GaDangme Pressure Groups has accused the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) of orchestrating a targeted campaign against Richard Nii Armah Quaye, the founder of Bills Micro-Credit, under the pretext of a personal income tax investigation. In a strongly worded press release, the coalition described the probe as an...

Time to Reset the GOC: Why Richard Akpokavie is the Right Choice

March 27, 2025

Richard Akpokavie. As the Ghana Olympic Committee (GOC) prepares for its pivotal election on April 26, 2025, the nation stands at a crossroads in its sporting journey. After eight years under the leadership of Mr. Ben Nunoo Mensah, the GOC is due for a reset—a transformation that promises transparency, accountability, and a renewed focus on...

Transport Ministry Moves to Regulate Okada Operations

March 20, 2025

In a significant move, the Ministry of Transport has inaugurated a 13-member Inter-Agency Review Committee to review the Road Traffic Regulations 2012, which prohibits the use of motorcycles and tricycles for commercial purposes, popularly known as ‘Okada’. The committee, comprising representatives from key institutions and law enforcement agencies, has been tasked with amending the Road...

“Step up, make us proud” – President Mahama urges Black Stars

March 20, 2025

The President, John Dramani Mahama made a surprise visit to the Black Stars during their training session at the Accra Sports Stadium on Wednesday, ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar. In his address to the players and technical team, President Mahama acknowledged the team’s recent struggles but expressed confidence...

Minority leader visits ex-BoG Governor following shocking national security raid

March 20, 2025

Minority leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has visited former Bank of Ghana (BoG) Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison, after a surprising raid on his residence by National Security operatives. The operation, reportedly led by Richard Jakpa, Director of Special Operations at the National Security Secretariat, has raised significant concern and drawn widespread condemnation. On the morning of Wednesday,...

OFFICIAL STATEMENT IN RESPONSE TO THE INTERIOR MINISTER, HONORABLE MUBARAK MOHAMMED MUNTAKA’S COMMENT ON THE BAN ON DRUMMING AND NOISE-MAKING

March 20, 2025

-Coalition of GaDangme Pressure Groups- We acknowledge the statement made by the Interior Minister in a meeting with a section of the clergy on 13th March, 2025, regarding the ban on drumming and noisemaking. His comments, which suggested that churches could still worship and praise their Maker in a regulated and non-disturbing manner during the...

George “Stopper” Mensah’s Manager Signs Contract, Demands Worthy Opponents

March 19, 2025

By Kwame Larweh Samuel Agyei Darkwah, manager of Ghana’s rising welterweight star George “Stopper” Mensah, has taken a bold step to secure his fighter’s future by signing a pivotal contract, while simultaneously lamenting the lack of worthy opponents for the world title hopeful in Ghana.In an exclusive interview with Graphic Sports, Darkwah revealed that the...