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Ghana's law enforcement agency that enforces traffic regulations, combats illegal mining and drug trafficking, and participates in national sports competitions.

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  1. September 2026
  2. Joy Online

    The Police, Ghana National Fire Service and other emergency personnel arrived at the scene to assist with rescue operations, manage the injured and restore order as the accident caused significant disruption along the busy stretch.

    Two feared dead, several injured after trailer crashes into vehicles at Krofrom
  3. Joy Online

    Speaking at a ceremony to open new classroom facilities at the Asokore Mampong Roman Catholic School, Alhaji Muntaka expressed concern that individuals seeking to serve in the Police, Prisons, Immigration, Fire Service, Narcotics Control Commission and Armed Forces would resort t

    Many have been dismissed – Interior Minister exposes forged WASSCE results in security recruitment
  4. Joy Online

    Their emotional display also moved some of their relatives to tears as the Police escorted them from the court premises.

    Two accused of land guard activities weep in court
  5. The Chronicle

    NAIMOS is therefore increasingly deploying intelligence-led operations involving the Military, Police, Immigration and intelligence agencies.

    Buah And The Galamsey War: Why Mahama May  Have Chosen The Right Man For Ghana’s Toughest Battle
  6. August 2026
  7. Joy Online

    He challenged those who have accused him of extortion to report the matter to the Police, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), or any other competent investigative agency.

    I’ll submit myself to any investigation to clear my name – Afenyo-Markin on ‘extortion’ allegation
  8. The Chronicle

    The Founder and Leader of House of Power Ministries, headquartered at Ahofadiekrom, near Adjamesu in the Bekwai Municipality, Prophet Francis Kwateng and his wife, Mercy Kwateng, have donated two Himla 4×4 pick-up vehicles to the Police.

    Prophet Francis Kwateng and wife donate 2 new Pick-up vehicles to Police
  9. Joy Online

    Commercial vehicle operators who charge above approved fares will be prosecuted, the Police have warned.

    Police to prosecute commercial drivers for overcharging passengers
  10. The Chronicle

    Retired military officer and security analyst Colonel Festus Aboagye has argued for a multi-agency approach involving the Armed Forces, Police, Immigration, Customs and other institutions.

    Editorial: New Strategy To Prevent Illegal Miners From Returning To Forest Reserves Laudable
  11. July 2026
  12. The Ghanaian Times

    The first round of the 2026 Accra Basketball League (ABL) ended last weekend with Spintex Knights, Braves Ladies, Leopards, Police, Heat and Panthers all finishing their respective campaigns unbeaten.

    ABL 2026: Spintex Knights, Braves Ladies, Police, others unbeaten after first round
  13. Joy Online

    The stakeholder forum was attended by journalists from Western and Central Regions as well as institutions such as the Roads and Highways, EPA, Police and National Communications Authority.

    MTN Ghana recognises the unique contribution of Ghanaians in the company’s success
Society

Trailer brake failure kills two, injures several at Krofrom

The News

Two people are feared dead and several others injured after a fully loaded DAF trailer with reportedly failed brakes crashed into a tricycle and other vehicles on the Krofrom–Moro Market road in Kumasi. Eyewitnesses raised concerns about the trailer's worn-out tyres and questioned how it was allowed to operate.

10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 10 September

  1. Trailer brake failure kills two, injures several at Krofrom

    Two people are feared dead and several others injured after a fully loaded DAF trailer with reportedly failed brakes crashed into a tricycle and other vehicles on the Krofrom–Moro Market road in Kumasi. Eyewitnesses raised concerns about the trailer's worn-out tyres and questioned how it was allowed to operate.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Interior Minister reveals forged WASSCE results in security recruitment

    Interior Minister Muntaka Mubarak Mohammed disclosed that several recruits have been dismissed from security services training schools after WAEC verification uncovered forged or doctored WASSCE results used for admission. Those found culpable will be placed on a red list preventing future applications to Ghana's security services, with possible prosecution to follow.

    10 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 9 September

  1. Two remanded for land guard activities in East Legon

    An Accra Circuit Court has remanded carpenter Gabriel Abotsi Ahor, 29, and concrete mixer Benjamin Essel, 32, accused of engaging in land guard activities and unlawfully demolishing a building and fence wall in East Legon. The court rejected a bail application; the accused are to reappear on September 23, 2026, while three alleged accomplices remain at large.

    9 September 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 2 September

  1. Mahama appoints Buah to lead Ghana's fight against illegal mining

    President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah as Minister of Lands and Natural Resources to lead Ghana's battle against galamsey, or illegal mining, which has expanded into sophisticated networks over the last eight years and degraded water bodies and farmlands. Buah is regarded for his personal integrity and reputation for honesty, qualities seen as essential for resisting financial inducements in the fight against powerful mining interests.

    2 September 2026 · The Chronicle

Monday 24 August

  1. Afenyo-Markin says he'll submit to investigation into extortion allegations

    Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has expressed readiness to cooperate with any investigation into extortion allegations made against him by the Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi. He has also filed two separate lawsuits against individuals and media organisations over the claims.

    24 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Prophet Kwateng and wife donate two vehicles to police

    Prophet Francis Kwateng, founder of House of Power Ministries, and his wife Mercy Kwateng have donated two Himla 4×4 pick-up vehicles to the Police—one to the Ashanti South Police Command and one to the Ashanti Regional Highway Patrols. The Ashanti South Regional Police Commander said the donation will help intensify patrols and support policing as a shared responsibility.

    24 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 19 August

  1. Police warn commercial drivers against overcharging passengers

    The Police have warned commercial vehicle operators that those who charge fares above the Ministry of Transport-approved rates risk prosecution, particularly for repeated violations. The warning addresses recurring complaints from commuters about arbitrary fare increases and charges above officially approved rates.

    19 August 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 18 August

  1. President Mahama deploys soldiers to forest reserves against illegal mining

    President John Dramani Mahama has announced a new strategy to prevent illegal miners from returning to forest reserves by keeping military detachments stationed in reclaimed reserves. The move comes after the previous approach of handing cleared reserves back to the Forestry Commission repeatedly failed, as illegal miners returned and resumed their activities.

    18 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Wednesday 22 July

  1. Spintex Knights, Braves Ladies lead ABL after unbeaten first round

    The 2026 Accra Basketball League's first round ended with Spintex Knights, Braves Ladies, Leopards, Police, Heat and Panthers all finishing unbeaten in their respective divisions. Braves Ladies won all eight matches in the women's division, while defending champions Spintex Knights completed nine wins in Men's Division One.

    22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 16 July

  1. MTN Ghana marks 30 years, credits stakeholders for company success

    MTN Ghana's Chief Internal Audit and Forensic Officer says the company recognises stakeholders' contribution to its success as it marks 30 years in operation. He noted that what was once challenging, such as phone calls between Takoradi and Cape Coast, is now effortless, and that MTN's progress reflects Ghana's digital transformation story.

    16 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 10 July

  1. Adentan Assembly hands over 24-hour market project contract

    The Adentan Municipal Assembly has formally handed over contract documents to Double A Imperial Construction and Engineering Limited for the construction of a 24-Hour Economy Model Market and Lorry Station, expected to be completed in 30 months. The facility will include 132 lockable shops, 132 open sheds, a clinic, police and fire service post, market offices, and various other amenities.

    10 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 6 July

  1. Former AG Dame condemns arrest of ex-NAFCO CEO at airport

    Former Attorney-General Godfred Yeboah Dame, acting as lawyer for former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, has condemned his client's arrest at Accra International Airport on Saturday night despite securing High Court permission to travel to the United Kingdom. The current Deputy Attorney-General said the arrest followed intelligence of alleged attempts to withdraw from a frozen account, but Dame insists he never prevented citizens from travelling during his tenure as AG.

    6 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 26 June

  1. NACOC arrests kingpin in US$296 million meth trafficking case

    Ghana's Narcotics Control Commission has arrested the alleged kingpin and two accomplices linked to an international drug trafficking syndicate that shipped 320 kilograms of methamphetamine worth US$296 million to Australia. The arrests followed a three-month intelligence-led investigation after Australian Federal Police intercepted the methamphetamine concealed in charcoal bags at Port Botany in Sydney.

    26 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Exchequers top Salpholda League after defeating Army 6–2

    Exchequers delivered a commanding performance in Week 5 of the Salpholda Hockey League Men's Division A, defeating Army 6–2 to move to the summit of the standings. Ebenezer Nortey struck in the first minute, and Elikem Akaba scored twice, with Ryan Takyi, Shadrick Quarcoo, Daniel Bempah, and Amartey Joshua each adding a goal.

    23 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Thursday 18 June

  1. Army, Exchequers, GRA win in Salpholda Hockey League A

    In Week 4 of the Salpholda Hockey League A, Police defeated Arkmen 3–0 for their first win, GRA beat Reformers 2–1, Army defeated 'Hockey is the Reason' 3–0, and Exchequers won 4–0 over Legonknights. In the women's division, Army edged Reformers 1–0, Extinguishers routed University of Ghana 11–0, and GRA beat Ark Ladies 4–0.

    18 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 17 June

  1. Greater Accra Basketball League resumes after player death

    The 2026 Greater Accra Basketball League resumed at El-Wak Sports Stadium following an enforced break after the death of Coldstore player Michael Arhin on May 20. The competition returned in his honour with matches across all divisions, while Coldstore's fixtures were postponed pending final funeral rites.

    17 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Accra Basketball League resumes after player's death

    The 2026 Greater Accra Basketball League resumed following an enforced break caused by the death of Coldstore player Michael Arhin on May 20. Matches were played across divisions in his honour, with Coldstore's own games held pending Arhin's funeral rites on June 27.

    16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  2. Police, Army, Exchequers, GRA win in hockey league week four

    Week 4 of the Salpholda Hockey League A saw Police secure their first win of the season with a 3–0 victory over Arkmen, while Army defeated 'Hockey is the Reason' 3–0, and Exchequers beat Legonknights 4–0 in men's fixtures. In women's matches, Army, Extinguishers, and GRA recorded wins, with Extinguishers overwhelming University of Ghana 11–0.

    16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Kalibi, Police, Ashaiman win HAG Invitational tournament

    The Handball Association of Ghana Invitational tournament, held over three days at the Striking Force Grand Arena, concluded with Kalibi winning the women's division (defeating Prisons 20–18 in the final), Police winning the men's A division, and Ashaiman winning the men's B division by penalty shootout against Kasland (4–3).

    16 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Reformers edge Hockey is the Reason in league week three

    Week 3 of the Salpholda Hockey League A featured high-scoring men's and women's matches, including Ghana Armed Forces defeating University of Ghana 11–0. The article text cuts off mid-sentence describing the top-of-the-table clash between Reformers and Hockey is the Reason, both with six points each, but the outcome cannot be fully verified from the provided excerpt.

    9 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 2 June

  1. Salpholda Hockey League 'A': GRA, Reformers earn wins

    In week two of the Salpholda Hockey League 'A', GRA defeated Legon Knights 1–0, Reformers won their second consecutive match with an 8–0 victory over University of Ghana, and 'Hockey Is The Reason' beat Arkmen 2–1.

    2 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Nine illegal miners trapped in Konongo abandoned shaft

    Nine illegal miners became trapped in an abandoned mine shaft on Northern Ashanti Mines Company Limited's concession at Konongo, Ashanti Region, narrowly escaping death. The incident has prompted the company and security agencies to intensify efforts to remove illegal miners from the site.

    19 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Saturday 25 April

  1. Blue Water Guards showing limited impact in galamsey fight

    The Deputy Director of A Rocha Ghana says the government's Blue Water Guards initiative, launched to protect water bodies from illegal mining pollution, is not delivering expected results and has limited visible impact. He urged a reassessment of the programme, arguing resources could be better deployed to established institutions like the Police and Minerals Commission.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online

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