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NTC releases registration modalities for 2026 GTLE 2
Level 400 teacher trainees across Ghana's 49 public Colleges of Education and resit candidates have been advised to prepare for the 2026 Ghana Teacher Licensure Examination (GTLE 2) following the release of the official indexing and registration modalities by the National Teaching Council (NTC).
I am suffering, need urgent help – Former NDC communicator battling heart condition
A former constituency secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Dome-Kwabenya, Gabby Asuming, has opened up about years of personal hardship, illness, and financial struggle despite his long-standing role in the party’s communication efforts. Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr. Asuming said he was once a...
Wontumi sentence: John Boadu urges NPP members to remain united
Former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, has expressed support for the party’s Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, following his conviction and 20-year prison sentence over illegal mining activities. In a statement issued on July 22, Mr B...
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Ghana’s ‘okada’ law puts more motorcycles on the road — and more fumes in the air [DON’T PUBLISH YET]
Dorm Edem Prince Charles has a scratchy throat most evenings after work. Known amongst his fellow commercial bike riders as “Atentenben”, the Twi name for the flute that he loves to play, he coughs regularly while on the road. On long shifts in heavy traffic, Atentenben gets dizzy, a feeling he attributes partly to rid...
Use constitutional case to strengthen democracy - Arthur Kennedy urges Supreme Court
A leading member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Arthur Kobina Kennedy, has urged the Supreme Court to use an ongoing constitutional case challenging the delegates system of political parties to advance internal democracy and strengthen Ghana's democratic governance. He described the case as an opportunity to refo...
‘It doesn’t add up’ – Health Committee Chair questions Kasoa ‘no bed’ claim over maternal death
The Chairman of Parliament’s Health Committee, Mark Kurt Nawaane, has raised serious concerns over the circumstances surrounding the reported death of a pregnant woman at the Kasoa Mother and Child Hospital, describing the account so far as inconsistent and requiring urgent investigation.
John Boadu backs Wontumi, urges party supporters to remain calm after conviction
Former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, has thrown his weight behind the party's Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, describing him as a "Political Prisoner" following his conviction and imprisonment over illegal mining activities.
Salary arrears of newly recruited teachers: GES announces payment by instalment
The government has approved the payment of outstanding salary arrears owed to newly recruited teachers under the 2024 financial clearance. The Ghana Education Service (GES) indicated that the approval was granted by the Ministry of Finance in collaboration with the Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD)....
2026 mid-year budget: Gold Board generated $15bn in forex inflows, strengthened reserves – Ato Forson
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson says the Ghana Gold Board has generated an additional $15 billion in foreign exchange inflows, contributing significantly to the strengthening of Ghana’s international reserves and supporting exchange rate stability. Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review in Parliament...
Gov’t developing 1,200MW gas power plant to cut electricity costs – Ato Forson
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that the government is developing a 1,200-megawatt state-owned combined-cycle gas-fired power plant at Kafodzidzi-Abrobeano in the Komenda-Edina-Eguafo-Abrem Municipality to boost electricity generation and lower power costs.
Ghana Publishers Association marks World Book and Copyright Day with call to strengthen reading culture
The Ghana Publishers Association has joined the rest of the world to mark this year’s World Book and Copyright Day with a renewed call for national action to promote reading and address persistent literacy challenges across the country. In a statement to commemorate the day, observed globally under the theme “The Joy o...
Oppong Nkrumah threatens legal action over revenue deals presented to Parliament
The Ranking Member on Parliament’s Economy and Development Committee, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has threatened legal action to compel government to release details of some revenue-related agreements presented to Parliament. The Ofoase Ayirebi MP said the Minority will rely on the Right to Information (RTI) Act and, if neces...