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… Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Monday, July 20, Mr Braimah said misinformation and disinformation have become a serious threat to Ghana’s democracy and social cohesion, yet successive governments have not responded proactively. …
Ghana must act on misinformation crisis before it worsens – Sulemana BraimahJoy Online
… The 69th edition of the Miss Ghana pageant is organised by Exclusive Events Ghana, with key support from Multimedia Ghana (including Joy FM, Hitz FM, Luv FM, MyJoyOnline, and Joy News) and Fidelity Bank Ghana Limited, alongside a robust network of corporate and media partners ded …
Fidelity Bank equips Miss Ghana 2026 contestants with financial literacy, sustainability, and entrepreneurship skillsJoy Online
… The programme, hosted by Samson Lardy Anyenini, will air from 8 a.m. to 12 noon on JoyNews, Joy FM and Luv FM. …
Live: Newsfile discusses EOCO vs Miracles Aboagye, Tribunals Bill, galamsey, BoG saga, and NPP pollsJoy Online
… Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, 17 July, Mr Afenyo-Markin declined to single out what he considered the government’s worst-performing minister, saying it would be unfair to do so. …
Some Mahama ministers have been rendered redundant – Afenyo-MarkinJoy Online
… Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, 17 July, Mr Afenyo-Markin declined to single out what he considered the government’s worst-performing minister, saying it would be unfair to do so. …
Some Mahama ministers have been rendered redundant – Afenyo-MarkinJoy Online
… Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, Mr Afenyo-Markin argued that Ghana’s existing judicial architecture has served the country well under successive governments and should be strengthened instead of creating parallel structures. …
Fix the courts, don’t create tribunals — Afenyo-Markin tells governmentJoy Online
… Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, Mr Afenyo-Markin argued that Ghana’s existing judicial architecture has served the country well under successive governments and should be strengthened instead of creating parallel structures. …
Fix the courts, don’t create tribunals — Afenyo-Markin tells governmentJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, July 17, Afenyo-Markin said the National Democratic Congress (NDC) had campaigned extensively on the 24-hour economy but had yet to present a clear policy framework. …
NDC promised 24-hour economy but has no clear roadmap — Afenyo-MarkinJoy Online
… Speaking in an interview on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show on Friday, July 17, Afenyo-Markin said the National Democratic Congress (NDC) had campaigned extensively on the 24-hour economy but had yet to present a clear policy framework. …
NDC promised 24-hour economy but has no clear roadmap — Afenyo-MarkinJoy Online
… Speaking on Joy FM’s Super Morning Show, Mr Afenyo-Markin said the NDC had been quick to demand investigations, arrests and resignations whenever allegations of financial impropriety emerged under the previous New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration. …
NDC has abandoned the accountability standards it once championed – Afenyo-MarkinFormer Deputy Attorney-General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has described the Court of Appeal's acquittal of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Attionu-Tamakloe as "strange" and "surprising," maintaining that the prosecution presented solid, overwhelming evidence to support her conviction and defending the work of the Office of the Attorney-General and EOCO investigators.
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Former Deputy Attorney-General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has described the Court of Appeal's acquittal of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Attionu-Tamakloe as "strange" and "surprising," maintaining that the prosecution presented solid, overwhelming evidence to support her conviction and defending the work of the Office of the Attorney-General and EOCO investigators.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
A JoyNews pre-forum survey in the Volta Region found widespread awareness and concern among voters about vote buying and illicit political financing in Ghana's electoral process, with some respondents reporting direct experience of the practice. The Democracy Is Not For Sale Forum, scheduled for Ho on July 31, aims to bring citizens and stakeholders together to discuss illicit political financing and protect Ghana's democratic process.
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The Narcotics Control Commission has urged schools, churches, and the public to take a more active role in combating drug abuse, citing limited manpower within the Commission. NACOC's Deputy Director-General said the fight cannot be left to the Commission alone and that stronger collaboration from educational institutions and religious organisations is needed to reduce drug abuse across the country.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission is proposing mandatory drug testing for students seeking university admission and national service as part of efforts to curb drug abuse among young people. Deputy Director-General Alexander Twum-Barimah said the testing should be integrated into the medical examinations required for university entry to identify and intervene with students already using drugs.
12 hours ago · Joy Online →
NACOC revealed that more than 6,000 applicants who failed mandatory drug screening during this year's security services recruitment tested positive for cocaine, heroin, cannabis, opioids, and methamphetamine. The Deputy Director-General stated these applicants tested positive for multiple drugs, not just one substance.
13 hours ago · Joy Online →
Following the Supreme Court's decision declaring Ghana's political party delegate system unconstitutional, the NPP's Deputy General Secretary Haruna Mohammed has called for renewed discussions on party financing, arguing that political parties cannot be profit-making entities under law and need adequate support to finance expanded internal elections.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Henry Nana Boakye, the National Organiser of the NPP, has warned that Ghana could face constitutional uncertainty and political instability if the Supreme Court interprets Article 66 of the 1992 Constitution in a way that would permit a president to seek office beyond two elected terms. He described any such legal action as politically motivated and "sponsored."
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NPP National Organiser has accused President Mahama of adopting a deceptive posture on the constitutional interpretation of presidential term limits, arguing that while the president has stated he will not seek more than two terms, his comments on a pending Supreme Court matter create room for a dangerous constitutional precedent. The NPP official insists Article 66(2) of the 1992 Constitution explicitly limits the presidency to two terms regardless of whether they are consecutive or non-consecutive.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Economist Professor Williams Peprah has urged the government to explore closer energy cooperation with Nigeria to reduce Ghana's fuel import costs, citing global supply disruptions and longer shipping routes from geopolitical tensions as drivers of high petroleum prices.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An economist warns that increases in transport fares driven by rising fuel prices could raise inflation, food prices, and the cost of living in Ghana, as the country's reliance on road transport means higher costs are passed to consumers. Rising fuel import costs could also strain Ghana's external accounts and weaken the cedi, further fueling inflation.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Oil Marketing Companies says recent fuel price increases reflect rising international crude and refined product prices, not increased margins by OMCs. OMCs pass on costs from Bulk Distribution Companies to consumers and cannot continue absorbing rising costs without affecting their businesses.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
International Relations expert Professor Vladimir Antwi-Danso has defended Ghana's government call for justice over two Ghanaian nationals killed in recent attacks in South Africa, describing it as a standard and legitimate diplomatic response grounded in established principles of international relations.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
According to Global InfoAnalytics' July tracking poll, NDC National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia and Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson are statistically tied in the race to succeed President Mahama as NDC presidential candidate, with Nketia's marginal lead driven largely by support from NPP voters, while Forson holds an edge among floating voters.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Global InfoAnalytics survey finds public dissatisfaction with government flagship policies driven more by slow implementation and limited job creation than opposition to the policies themselves. The 24-hour economy scored 4.2 out of 10 and the proposed Women's Development Bank 4.6 out of 10, with slow rollout and lack of visible progress cited as key drivers of low ratings.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Director General of NACOC has commended JoyNews for its documentary "Deadly Doses II" on drug abuse in Ghana, saying it complements institutional efforts to fight narcotics and emphasizes the importance of collaboration between state institutions and media. He called on other media houses to undertake similar projects to address drug abuse in communities.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
COPEC warns that fuel prices in Ghana could increase again this week as international crude oil and refined petroleum prices continue to climb, with petrol selling at GH₵14.5 per litre and diesel nearing GH₵18.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A KNUST criminologist has called for a multi-sectoral approach to Ghana's drug problem, including tighter border security to disrupt transnational trafficking networks, strengthened family values, and expanded community support systems.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A KNUST criminologist has warned that Ghana's drug problem has evolved from a criminal justice issue into a public health crisis requiring urgent national attention, citing the rapid evolution of illegal drug trade methods that are increasingly difficult for authorities to detect and control.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has warned neighbouring countries and individuals that Ghana's borders will not be used as a transit route for illicit drugs. The Deputy Director said Ghana's borders are open for legitimate trade but not for illegal drug transportation, and noted that arrested traffickers often claim substances are destined for Niger or Burkina Faso.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Director of the Narcotics Control Commission has called on the public to provide information to help combat drug trafficking, warning that some citizens are collaborating with drug dealers instead of reporting them to authorities.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court convicted NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) of illegal mining and sentenced him to 20 years' imprisonment, with government calling it evidence that no one is above the law and opposition calling it politically tainted. A United States immigration court found that the Office of the Special Prosecutor failed to provide sufficiently credible evidence in proceedings involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta, though the OSP rejected suggestions that its case has collapsed.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi has rejected claims by Atiwa East MP Abena Osei-Asare linking GoldBod's operations to losses recorded by the Bank of Ghana, insisting the central bank's Domestic Gold Purchase Programme is separate from GoldBod's activities. Osei-Asare had questioned public funds committed to GoldBod during the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review discussion, stating the government spent about US$1.2 billion on the institution in a year.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sammy Gyamfi, CEO of the Ghana Gold Board, has defended the release of US$279 million to the institution, saying the funds were approved as part of the 2025 Budget by Parliament and were intended as revolving seed capital for trading operations. He rejected criticism from the Public Accounts Committee Chairperson, arguing the allocation was lawful and the Finance Ministry was obliged to release the funds.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Atiwa East MP Abena Osei-Asare has called on the government to prioritise completing abandoned public projects rather than initiating new ones, noting that the Auditor-General's 2024 report identified abandoned and uncompleted projects worth GH¢189 million as a significant issue.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Atiwa East MP Abena Osei Asare has called on the government to redirect public funds toward projects with direct impact on people's lives rather than simply spending money. She said government officials should engage with citizens directly, noting that official economic figures do not reflect the realities facing ordinary Ghanaians.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Ranking Member Tweneboah Kodua Fokuo has challenged the government's celebration of a primary fiscal surplus of about 1.4% of GDP, arguing that the achievement reflects spending significantly below what was approved in the 2026 Budget. He called for greater transparency on how actual spending compares with approved budget allocations.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Economist Prof. Gofred Bokpin has described the government's commitment to maintaining its fiscal consolidation strategy through 2026 as reassuring, citing stability for businesses and investors and no major revisions to macroeconomic targets. He notes the government's reaffirmation of a 1.5% GDP primary fiscal surplus target demonstrates commitment to macroeconomic stability.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Naa Asheley Ashietey, founder of Nova Wellness Center, says early morning sunlight is a simple, free biohack that can slow biological ageing and enhance longevity. She recommends Ghanaians spend 15 to 20 minutes outdoors between 7:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m. daily, as part of basic lifestyle practices that require no cost.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Naa Asheley Ashietey, founder of Nova Wellness Center, has urged Ghanaians to adopt simple, cost-free lifestyle habits that can significantly improve physical and mental wellbeing. She identified ten practical "biohacks" that require little or no financial investment, including exposure to natural sunlight, arguing these basic practices should be mastered before pursuing more expensive health interventions.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Technical Advisor at the Ministry of Finance says the 2026 mid-year budget review will provide Parliament with updates on major infrastructure projects and outline measures to improve value for money in public spending, while also focusing on reforms to strengthen monitoring and accountability in public funds.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →