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Citi FM

Also known as: Citi FM and Channel One TV

2026-04-272026-09-21

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  1. July 2026
  2. Joy Online

    Wontumi, who is serving a 20-year prison sentence after being convicted over illegal mining activities in the Samreboi Forest, conveyed the apology through his spokesperson, Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, during an interview with Citi FM.

    Wontumi apologises to Mahama, seeks Presidential clemency
  3. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM on Saturday, Mr Kpebu said Wontumi’s chances of securing bail at the High Court were “very slim” and attributed the likely delay to the judicial calendar.

    Martin Kpebu says legal vacation could delay Wontumi’s bail application
  4. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM on Saturday, July 25, 2026, the NDC’s Acting IT Director, Jibril Mahdi, said government appointees who remain in office would automatically be disqualified from contesting the elections.

    NDC insists government appointees must resign before contesting party executive elections
  5. Joy Online

    They needed to prepare and go for the World Cup before FIFA’s money” he said on Citi FM.

    Government will take back GHS58 million spent on Black Stars when FIFA pays World Cup appearance fee – Finance Minister
  6. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM on Monday, July 20, Mr Fuseini said, “You need to see what galamsey is doing to this country.

    I have no sympathy for Wontumi over illegal mining conviction – Inusah Fuseini
  7. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM on Monday, July 20, Mr Fuseini said, “You need to see what galamsey is doing to this country.

    I have no sympathy for Wontumi over illegal mining conviction – Inusah Fuseini
  8. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM, Mr Gbande said, “He was solving problems,” stressing that although some observers had attached different interpretations to the National Chairman’s engagements, they were undertaken solely to strengthen the NDC and maintain unity and cohesion among its member

    Asiedu Nketiah’s tours were to strengthen NDC, not campaign for presidency – Mustapha Gbande
  9. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM, Mr Gbande said, “He was solving problems,” stressing that although some observers had attached different interpretations to the National Chairman’s engagements, they were undertaken solely to strengthen the NDC and maintain unity and cohesion among its member

    Asiedu Nketiah’s tours were to strengthen NDC, not campaign for presidency – Mustapha Gbande
  10. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM on Thursday, July 16, Deputy General Secretary of the TUC, Dr Kwabena Nyarko Otoo, questioned the government’s approach.

    TUC urges government to halt Tribunal Bill pending constitutional review
  11. Joy Online

    Speaking on Citi FM on Thursday, July 16, Deputy General Secretary of the TUC, Dr Kwabena Nyarko Otoo, questioned the government’s approach.

    TUC urges government to halt Tribunal Bill pending constitutional review
Society

GEMA urges Christian leaders to preach against illegal mining

The News

The Ghana Evangelical Missions Association has called on Christian leaders to use their pulpits to speak more strongly against galamsey and mobilise their congregations to support environmental protection, while also urging the government to intensify efforts to combat illegal mining.

10 hours ago · Joy Online

Today

  1. GEMA urges Christian leaders to preach against illegal mining

    The Ghana Evangelical Missions Association has called on Christian leaders to use their pulpits to speak more strongly against galamsey and mobilise their congregations to support environmental protection, while also urging the government to intensify efforts to combat illegal mining.

    10 hours ago · Joy Online

Yesterday

  1. MP Toobu rejects parliamentary recall over cocaine seizure

    Vice Chairman of Parliament's Defence and Interior Committee Peter Lanchene Toobu has rejected calls from the Minority to recall Parliament to investigate a nearly 3.9-tonne cocaine shipment linked to Ghana, arguing that existing parliamentary committees can examine the matter during recess.

    20 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. NACOC needs more personnel to fight drug trafficking

    Vice Chairman of Parliament's Defence and Interior Committee Peter Lanchene Toobu says Ghana must significantly increase personnel available to the Narcotics Control Commission to effectively combat growing drug trafficking networks, noting that the agency's workforce is below 2,000 and requires specialised training alongside modern technology and equipment.

    20 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 18 September

  1. Ansa-Asare questions push to lower presidential age to 30

    Former Ghana School of Law director Kwaku Ansa-Asare has questioned the proposal to reduce the minimum presidential age from 40 to 30, arguing there is no pressing need to alter the constitutional threshold and cautioning against repeated attempts by political parties to tinker with the Constitution. The Constitutional Review Committee recommended lowering the age to 30, while government has proposed 35 years.

    18 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 17 September

  1. Diesel would cost GH¢28 without government fuel subsidy

    The NPA CEO says diesel prices would have risen to about GH¢28 per litre if the government had not intervened to absorb rising international petroleum costs. International diesel prices have nearly doubled since February 2026, and the government has spent close to GH¢1 billion on fuel subsidies.

    17 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 16 September

  1. GNPC identifies 1 billion barrels oil, 2.5 trillion cubic feet gas in Tano Basin

    The Ghana National Petroleum Corporation has identified potential stranded resources of over one billion barrels of oil and 2.5 trillion cubic feet of gas in the Tano Basin, which could boost Ghana's declining petroleum production by leveraging existing infrastructure. Using spatial data analysis, GNPC is exploring a hub-based approach to connect these stranded resources to existing petroleum infrastructure and reduce development costs.

    16 September 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 12 September

  1. GPRTU opposes vehicle auctions after 21-day holding period

    The Ghana Private Road Transport Union is calling for a review of a provision in the Road Traffic Regulations 2026 that allows authorities to auction broken-down vehicles left at designated holding areas for 21 days. The union supports immediate removal of broken-down vehicles from roads but argues owners should be allowed to reclaim their vehicles after paying towing and storage fees, rather than having them auctioned.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 10 September

  1. Government to begin Jamestown waste evacuation next week

    The Local Government Minister says waste evacuation from Jamestown to the Adepa Waste Management Centre in Nsawam will begin next week, with trucks mobilised from across the country to support the exercise. The President is expected to officially launch the operation once logistics are in place.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mahama administration can fix local government within remaining tenure

    Minister for Local Government Mahama Ayariga said the administration has enough time to address challenges in Ghana's local government system, which he attributed mainly to organisational issues rather than inadequate resources. He plans to improve coordination among local authorities and strengthen leadership to enhance service delivery.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Mahama Ayariga joins executive to reform local governance

    Minister for Local Government Mahama Ayariga says he left Parliament for the executive to address challenges in Ghana's local governance system, feeling his parliamentary work had reached a stable stage and that the executive required sustained attention to tackle pressing governance issues.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  4. Government plans to replace Aboboya tricycles with modern waste system

    The government plans to phase out Aboboya tricycles and introduce purpose-built waste collection vehicles, transfer stations within five kilometres of communities in major cities, and electronic payments via mobile money. The Finance Minister has expressed readiness to support the acquisition of the vehicles, according to Mahama Ayariga.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  5. Minister vows to pressure MMDAs on sanitation responsibility

    Local Government Minister Mahama Ayariga pledged to push Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies to take full responsibility for sanitation in their jurisdictions, noting that the 261 assemblies already have legal authority, funding sources and enforcement powers to manage sanitation without excuses for inaction.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  6. Father seeks investigation into Central University student motorcycle death

    The father of 20-year-old Central University law student Ivan Apprey Baidoo is demanding a full investigation into his son's death in a motorcycle crash on the Accra-Tema Motorway on August 27, 2026. According to the family, information suggests a police officer pursued the motorcycle, drew a pistol, and struck it from behind near the motorway toll booth, causing the crash; the surviving rider has been charged with murder, and the family is concerned about delays in the investigation and a missing phone.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Greater Accra wins 2026 Channel One TV Literacy Challenge

    Greater Accra Region's team of three contestants won the 2026 Channel One TV and Citi FM Literacy Challenge with 88 points, ahead of Northern Region (85 points) and Bono Region (68 points) in the final standings.

    9 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Stranded Ghanaians in South Africa seek renewed evacuation window

    Ghanaians remaining in South Africa have appealed to the government to reopen its voluntary evacuation exercise after losing jobs, businesses, and accommodation amid xenophobic attacks. The government ended the exercise after 1,964 returnees arrived on September 4, but some citizens say their circumstances have deteriorated and want another opportunity to return home.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 4 September

  1. First National Bank launches investment gift card product

    First National Bank Ghana has introduced Investment Gift Cards, a gifting product designed to enable recipients to save and invest, with the potential to grow the value of gifts over time. The bank partnered with radio programmes Joy FM and Citi FM to promote the product through educational content about gifting and investment.

    4 September 2026 · Daily Guide

Thursday 3 September

  1. Police arrest over 10 students in school clashes violence

    More than 10 students have been arrested following violent clashes between Okuapeman Senior High School and Mount Sinai Senior High School in Akuapem North Municipality, which resulted in damage to facilities on both campuses. Police are investigating allegations that some teachers encouraged the violence and have warned they will arrest teachers if involvement is established.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Government should evaluate school discipline policy effectiveness

    The Executive Director of the Institute for Education Studies has advised the Ministry of Education to assess existing disciplinary policies in senior high schools before introducing new measures, particularly evaluating the 2015–16 decision to abolish corporal punishment and introduce a positive discipline toolkit.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Education expert calls for trained security staff in schools

    Dr Peter Anti warns that senior high schools' reliance on watchmen, teachers, and school authorities for security is insufficient amid rising student violence and vandalism, and argues for specially trained security personnel to monitor behaviour, gather intelligence, and prevent violent incidents.

    3 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Journalist Umaru Sanda criticizes harsh judgment of reporters in politics

    Umaru Sanda, a broadcast journalist with Citi FM and Channel One TV, says society unfairly criticises journalists who move into politics, while professionals from other fields are praised for the same transition. He argued that journalism is a personal choice and that journalists should not be penalised for seeking political positions.

    2 September 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. First National Bank launches investment gift cards for Ghanaians

    First National Bank Ghana has announced Investment Gift Cards, a new gifting product that allows both customers and non-customers to purchase gifts with growth potential through investment, as opposed to traditional gifts that may depreciate over time.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Afenyo-Markin demands swift arrests after New Winneba violence

    Three people were killed and 15 injured after individuals from three neighbouring Gomoa communities allegedly invaded New Winneba in broad daylight, and the Minority Leader called on police to investigate and arrest those responsible, questioning how such an armed assault could occur without police intervention.

    2 September 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 28 August

  1. Over 400 private companies express interest in 24-hour economy

    Minister of State Dr Rashid Pelpuo says more than 400 private companies have expressed interest in Ghana's 24-Hour Economy policy, with several already operating around the clock. The government is working to expand the initiative by creating conditions for businesses to operate continuously and generate employment, with participating companies requesting support including reliable power supply.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Government's job creation efforts rated B+ by minister

    Minister of State for Special Initiatives Dr Rashid Pelpuo has rated the government's job creation performance B+, saying it is approaching an "A" grade. He defended the administration's multisectoral approach involving multiple ministries and the private sector, but acknowledged the government is still compiling comprehensive data on the exact number of jobs created.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Labour minister claims 90% of planned strikes averted through dialogue

    Minister of State in charge of Special Initiatives Dr Rashid Pelpuo says his tenure as Labour, Jobs and Employment minister helped avert about 90% of planned industrial actions by engaging labour leaders and working with stakeholders to address worker concerns. He cited the Ghana Association of University Administrators' decision to suspend its planned strike as an example of successful resolution through ministry engagement.

    28 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 27 August

  1. NPP chairman aspirant defends 2015 suspension as constitutional principle

    Sammy Crabbe, an NPP National Chairman aspirant, says his 2015 suspension was due to his defence of the party's constitution when he challenged the suspension of then-party Chairman Paul Afoko and General Secretary Kwabena Agyepong, not opposition to Nana Akufo-Addo. He argues that elected officers could not be removed through the disciplinary process and that the NPP constitution provided specific procedures for such action.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. NPP suffered systemic failures, not individual failures – Crabbe

    NPP National Chairman aspirant Sammy Crabbe attributes the party's 2024 electoral defeat to "serious systemic failure" in structures, candidate selection, internal processes, and funding rather than individual blame. He calls for reforms to address weaknesses in how candidates and executives are selected and how the party is funded.

    27 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Graduates with disabilities picket Jubilee House over jobs

    The Coalition of Unemployed Graduates with Disabilities picketed the Jubilee House on August 19 to demand greater access to public-sector employment, alleging the government has failed to adequately implement legal provisions requiring the inclusion of persons with disabilities. The Coalition submitted a verified list of 200 qualified graduates with disabilities to the Ghana Education Service for a recruitment exercise involving about 7,000 people, but says none of its members were selected, and is seeking financial clearances from the Ministry of Finance to facilitate recruitment and deployment.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 15 August

  1. NPP to center galamsey fight in 2028 campaign strategy

    The NPP plans to make illegal mining (galamsey) a major issue in its 2028 campaign, with Minority Chief Whip Frank Annoh-Dompreh saying the party's focus will be driven by the threat illegal mining poses to Ghana's water bodies and communities' livelihoods, treating it as a national survival issue rather than just a political talking point.

    15 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 14 August

  1. NRSA probes tricycle breakdown in Ofankor crash killing 12

    The National Road Safety Authority is investigating whether a broken-down tricycle caused a chain of collisions at Ofankor Barrier on the Accra-Nsawam Highway that killed 12 people and injured 22 others. Preliminary findings suggest the stationary tricycle prompted vehicles to stop, after which a tipper truck approaching at high speed crashed into the line.

    14 August 2026 · Joy Online

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