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Ofori-Atta’s health could influence any U.S. extradition decision – Martin Kpebu
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has suggested that the health condition of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta could become a significant factor should Ghana seek his extradition from the United States.
Health Ministry’s Technical Advisor appeals to Nkwanta South hospital to meet international patient care standards
The Technical Advisor to the Ministry of Health, Dr Koku Awoonor Williams, has appealed to government to urgently revamp the Nkwanta South Government Hospital to meet international patient care standards. He said the facility, built several years ago, has not seen major renovation in recent times, a situation that has...
Otumfuo Osei Tutu II commends IGP Yohuno, special operations team for boosting security
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has commended Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Christian Tetteh Yohuno, the Ashanti Regional Police Command and the IGP's Special Operations Team (SOT) for what he described as their commitment to fighting crime and improving security across the country.
Publish full CRC report — Citizens’ Platform
The Citizens’ Platform on Constitutional Reforms (CPCR) has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting an open, inclusive and citizen-centred constitutional reform process. It has, therefore, called for the prompt publication of both the government position paper and the full Constitution Review Committee Report. In a sta...
Ghana’s National Vaccine Institute joins WHO-backed Global Clinical Trials Forum
Ghana’s National Vaccine Institute (NVI) has been admitted to the Global Clinical Trials Forum (GCTF), a World Health Organization (WHO)-managed network that supports the development of stronger clinical trial systems across the world.
2026 budget is on track, government commitments are being honoured – Ato Forson
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson says the implementation of the 2026 Budget is progressing ahead of expectations, insisting that the Mahama administration is delivering on the commitments it made to Ghanaians. Presenting the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review in Parliament on Wednesday, Dr. Forson highlighted improveme...
Free Primary Healthcare Policy reaches 150 underserved districts – Ato Forson
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has reaffirmed the government's commitment to ensuring universal access to quality primary healthcare, announcing that the first phase of the Free Primary Healthcare Policy is now being implemented in 150 underserved districts across the country.
The evidence that jailed Wontumi was built by NPP – Mustapha Gbande
Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mustapha Gbande, has asserted that the evidence that led to the conviction of New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, was assembled under the previous NPP administration.
Ghana Medical Trust Fund, TTH inspect progress of work at Tamale Cardiology Centre
Contractors working on the ultra-modern Cardiology Centre at the Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH) have assured the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (GMTF) that the facility remains firmly on schedule for completion by the end of August, despite the demanding pace of work.
‘Markets move on information’ — BoG Communications Director warns against misinformation
The Director of Communications at the Bank of Ghana, Bernard Otabil, has warned that misinformation and disinformation pose a growing threat not only to economic stability but also to national security and social cohesion. Speaking in an interview with journalists after the opening of the Bank of Ghana’s nationwide Med...
Guard your freedom, don’t sell it – Hopeson Adorye cautions against political insults
Director of Field Operations of the Unity Party, Hopeson Adorye, has urged Ghanaians to exercise their constitutional right to freedom of expression responsibly, warning that abusing the right through insults and threats could have serious consequences. Speaking on Adom FM’s Dwaso Nsem, Mr Adorye said although the Cons...
Asanko Gold, GES collaborate to strengthen literacy and teacher capacity in Amansie
School children in communities within the Amansie West and Amansie South Districts are set to benefit from a Literacy Improvement Project aimed at enhancing their reading and literacy skills. The initiative by Asanko Gold Ghana Limited includes the provision of Ghana Education Service (GES)-approved reading books, the...