Ibrahim Tia

Also known as: Regional Minister · Mr. Ibrahim Tia · Linda Obenewaa Ocloo · Mr Tia · Mr Ibrahim Tia

North East Regional Minister who oversees infrastructure development, peace initiatives, and regional administration across the North East Region.

2026-04-262026-10-31

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May 2026
10 MayJoy Online
… In response, the North East Regional Minister, Ibrahim Tia, has acknowledged the lack of progress and says steps are now being taken to revive discussions around the project. …
No progress on Jadema Rice Mill over a year after Mahama’s promise
8 MayJoy Online
… Ibrahim Tia, has outlined what he describes as significant progress across key sectors of the region over the past 16 months, citing major interventions in infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, security, and economic growth. …
North East Regional Minister highlights major development gains at maiden Government Accountability Series
April 2026
27 AprJoy Online
… His alleged attackers are thought to be sympathisers of the current MCE and the North East Regional Minister, Ibrahim Tia. …
One injured as NDC infighting in Nalerigu/Gambaga turns violent
26 AprJoy Online
… Residents have accused the MCE and the Regional Minister, Ibrahim Tia, of diverting the project to their respective home communities, despite Gbintri hosting the largest market in the entire North East Region. …
East Mamprusi MCE to engage Gbintri stakeholders over market revenue collection suspension

Society

World Bank SOCO projects resume in northern Ghana after funding resolved

The News

The National Project Coordinator of the Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion Project announced that stalled development projects across northern Ghana and the Oti Region are resuming following resolution of World Bank-supported funding delays. The Ministry of Finance has released funds to facilitate project completion, and contractors are mobilising to return to sites.

27 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 27 October

World Bank SOCO projects resume in northern Ghana after funding resolved
The National Project Coordinator of the Gulf of Guinea Northern Regions Social Cohesion Project announced that stalled development projects across northern Ghana and the Oti Region are resuming following resolution of World Bank-supported funding delays. The Ministry of Finance has released funds to facilitate project completion, and contractors are mobilising to return to sites.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →
North-East Region adopts solar water systems for climate adaptation
The North-East Regional Coordinating Council is promoting solar-powered water systems and dry-season farming to help communities adapt to climate change as rivers dry up and traditional irrigation sources become unreliable. The initiative aims to improve water access for households and public institutions while supporting year-round farming through solar-powered groundwater extraction, with communities responsible for relatively low maintenance costs.
27 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 9 October

Finance Minister urges local officials to recover lost public funds
Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson has challenged regional and local government authorities to recover lost public funds, tighten financial controls and ensure every cedi collected by the state is properly accounted for, warning that waste and mismanagement of public resources undermine delivery of essential services.
9 October 2026 · Joy Online →
Finance Minister calls for accountability in public resource management
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson called for renewed commitment to recover, protect and properly account for every cedi of public money at an engagement in Tamale with regional and local government leaders, saying Ghana cannot afford waste in managing public resources.
9 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 15 September

Ghana's mineral resources must benefit host communities, minister says
The Minister for Lands and Natural Resources says Ghana's mineral resources must generate tangible benefits for communities where mining takes place and contribute to the country's broader development goals. The government is introducing mining reforms to improve efficiency, effectiveness and governance, including proposed changes to prospecting and licensing practices.
15 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 2 September

Ghana observes 2026 Children's Day, calls for child protection participation
Ghana marked the 2026 Children's Day with a call to create safe spaces for children to speak against abuse and participate in decisions affecting their lives. The celebration, organised by the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Protection, emphasized that child participation in decision-making is a fundamental right, not a privilege granted by adults.
2 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 14 August

Gushegu chief and son killed in targeted palace attack
The Gushegu Municipal Chief Executive says the killing of a Yiidana and his son at the chief's palace was a targeted assassination. Three gunmen entered the palace on Tuesday night, shot the chief and his son dead; the chief's wife identified some of the attackers, and police are investigating.
14 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Saturday 25 July

North East Regional Minister warns conflict-prone communities lose development projects
The North East Regional Minister, Ibrahim Tia, has warned that communities experiencing recurring conflicts risk missing out on government development projects, stressing that peace is a prerequisite for infrastructure investment and socio-economic development. During a working tour of the Bunkpurugu-Nakpanduri and Yunyoo Districts, he inspected several ongoing and completed government projects, including schools, health facilities, roads, bridges, and 24-Hour Economy Market projects.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 10 June

Accra officials order Lapaz traders off pavements, roads
The Greater Accra Regional Minister and officials directed traders and hawkers at Lapaz to vacate pavements and road medians, citing safety risks and traffic congestion, and gave them a seven-day ultimatum to relocate to designated markets or face enforcement action. The Okaikwei North MCE stated traders would be permitted to operate only on weekends, from Friday to Sunday.
10 June 2026 · The Chronicle →

Sunday 24 May

Traditional leaders gather to promote peace in Mamprugu Kingdom
Headmen and queen mothers from Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri and Yunyoo/Nansuan districts met in Binde to discuss ways of sustaining peace and development in the Mamprugu Kingdom. The North East Regional Minister urged traditional leaders to prioritize peace as the foundation for development.
24 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 10 May

Jadema rice mill project stalled over year after Mahama pledge
The proposed rice mill in Jadema, Mamprugu-Moagduri District, North East Region, promised by President Mahama over a year ago to boost local rice production and create jobs, remains unimplemented with no visible construction. The North East Regional Minister says steps are now being taken to revive discussions with the World Food Programme, identified as the project sponsor, to address bottlenecks delaying implementation.
10 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 8 May

North East Minister reports infrastructure, security gains in 16 months
The North East Regional Minister outlined significant progress in infrastructure, health, education, agriculture, security, and economic growth over the past 16 months. The region received security vehicles including three armoured vehicles, initiated 85 educational infrastructure projects, and constructed or rehabilitated 31 health facilities.
8 May 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 27 April

NDC infighting in Nalerigu/Gambaga turns violent, one injured
Tensions within the National Democratic Congress in Nalerigu/Gambaga constituency escalated into violence on Sunday morning when a man was assaulted by about 15 individuals believed to be affiliated with the East Mamprusi Municipal Chief Executive, stemming from a heated exchange on an NDC WhatsApp platform about fertiliser distribution.
27 April 2026 · Joy Online →

Sunday 26 April

East Mamprusi MCE to meet Gbintri stakeholders over market revenue halt
The East Mamprusi Municipal Chief Executive has scheduled an engagement with chiefs and stakeholders in Gbintri following the suspension of market revenue collection linked to a 24-hour economy market initiative. Residents have accused the MCE and Regional Minister of diverting the project to their home communities, and a Municipal Security Council meeting is set for April 27 to address the dispute.
26 April 2026 · Joy Online →