… The week-long training, organised by the National Security Council Secretariat in collaboration with Sahel Holding Security, is aimed at strengthening the capacity of frontline officers to detect and combat illicit tobacco trafficking. …
Illicit tobacco trade threatens public health, drains revenue – NACOC boss warnsGhana Minute.
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National Security — government body that receives petitions concerning illegal mining and other security matters in Ghana.
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- April 2026
Mining & Energy
Licensed miner petitions National Security over illegal occupation
The News
Kofreze Construction and Engineering Limited has petitioned National Security and the Minerals Commission over unlawful occupation of its licensed mining concession by illegal miners at Wasa Dadieso in the Western Region, which it says occurred about three weeks ago and caused environmental destruction.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Yesterday
Licensed miner petitions National Security over illegal occupation
Kofreze Construction and Engineering Limited has petitioned National Security and the Minerals Commission over unlawful occupation of its licensed mining concession by illegal miners at Wasa Dadieso in the Western Region, which it says occurred about three weeks ago and caused environmental destruction.
15 hours ago · Joy Online →
Selective outrage undermines Ghana's democratic principles and institutions
An opinion piece argues that political parties in Ghana defend rights selectively based on partisan interest rather than principle, illustrated by opposing bail denials for Oliver Barker Vormawor and Abronye depending on which party held power.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
Sunday 17 May
Tidal wave destroys 13 houses, displaces 80 in Moree
A strong tidal wave collapsed 13 houses in the coastal community of Moree in the Central Region early Sunday, rendering more than 80 residents homeless. NADMO confirmed no casualties and said responding teams provided temporary shelter for the displaced, though the sea remained rough.
17 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Friday 15 May
NPA, Western Naval Command destroy eight jumbo canoes in Takoradi
The National Petroleum Authority and Western Naval Command destroyed eight jumbo canoes confiscated during an anti-fuel bunkering operation at Poase and New Takoradi Beach on March 31, 2026. The NPA CEO warned that authorities will intensify crackdowns on illegal fuel bunkering to protect consumers and prevent revenue losses to the state.
15 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 14 May
Ghana pilots 24-hour petroleum downstream operations
The National Petroleum Authority has launched a six-month pilot of the 24-Hour Economy programme in the petroleum downstream sector across 268 fuel retail outlets, eight fuel depots and two refineries in four regions. The initiative aims to reduce fuel supply bottlenecks, shorten transit times, and create jobs by extending operational hours in a sector that underpins productive activities including agro-processing, manufacturing, logistics, transportation and export trade.
14 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 12 May
NPP organiser released from BNI custody after dumsor post arrest
The Bureau of National Investigations released Agona West NPP organiser David Essendoh following his arrest over alleged false publication related to a social media post claiming "dumsor" had returned. The NPP had raised concerns about the unlawful nature of the arrest and efforts were made to secure his release after bail conditions were met.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Water recovers 3.7 million cedis from illegal water users
Ghana Water Limited has recovered about GH₵3.7 million from customers engaged in illegal water connections and meter bypasses as part of a nationwide crackdown, uncovering nearly 400 illegal connections in Accra alone. The company established a Revenue Enhancement Team in August 2025 and expanded it to 10 operational units in January to combat water theft and pipeline leakages.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
GWL repairs aging pipelines to reduce water losses in Accra, Tema
Ghana Water Limited is intensifying repairs to aging transmission pipelines from Kpong Water Treatment Plant to address water losses in Tema and parts of Accra East. The company recorded non-revenue water at 52.2 per cent in 2024, with water theft and leakages on major transmission lines identified as the principal causes.
12 May 2026 · Joy Online →
Thursday 7 May
Six arrested for impersonating security operatives in Central Region
Six men who disguised themselves as military and immigration officers assaulted and harassed three Chinese nationals at a manufacturing company in Agona Akwakwa near Mankrong Nkwanta on May 6, 2026. Police arrested all six suspects, who are now in custody at Agona Swedru District Police Headquarters.
7 May 2026 · The Chronicle →
Wednesday 29 April
GJA challenges Electronic Communications Act misuse in Supreme Court
The Ghana Journalists Association says it will take the Supreme Court to challenge what it calls abuse of the Electronic Communications Act by security agencies targeting journalists over arrests and intimidation under "false communication" provisions. The GJA argues the law is being misapplied to criminalize civil defamation matters and amounts to a backdoor restriction on press freedom.
29 April 2026 · Joy Online →
Tuesday 28 April
Illicit tobacco trade threatens health, revenue—NACOC warns
The Narcotics Control Commission Director-General has warned that illegal tobacco products deprive the state of billions in tax revenue annually, expose consumers to unsafe unregulated goods, and fuel organised crime. A week-long training workshop launched April 27, 2026, aims to strengthen frontline officers' capacity to detect and combat illicit tobacco trafficking at Ghana's entry and exit points.
28 April 2026 · Joy Online →