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Sam Jonah

Also known as: Mr Jonah · Sir Sam Jonah · M Jonah

Ghanaian business mogul and Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast who has received diplomatic attention over alleged property attacks in Nigeria.

2026-04-252026-07-30

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  1. April 2026
  2. Business & Financial Times

    Delivering his keynote address at the listing ceremony at GSE in Accra, renowned businessman Sir Sam Jonah, who described himself as a “strong supporter” of ZEN Petroleum, emphasised that the company’s oversubscribed IPO represents trust in the company’s future.

    ZEN Petroleum extends strong debut with near 10% gain
  3. Joy Online

    Special Guest of Honour, Sam Jonah, underscored the human dimension of the housing crisis, estimating the accommodation deficit at about 14,000 units.

    GAF rallies support to tackle military housing deficit
  4. Joy Online

    Otumfuo also praised Sir Sam Jonah and other Ghanaian businesses contributing to national development across various sectors.

    Otumfuo praises KGL Group, Alex Daddey for driving Ghana’s development
  5. Joy Online

    Ghanaian businessman and Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Sam Jonah, has commended the leadership of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, describing it as a compelling model for advancing global peace at a time of mounting international uncertainty.

    The world needs “leaders like Otumfuo” – Sam Jonah
  6. Joy Online

    Renowned Ghanaian businessman and Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Sam Jonah, has praised the leadership of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a model for global peace, citing his sustained commitment to dialogue and conflict resolution.

    ‘World needs leaders like Otumfuo’ – Sam Jonah hails Asantehene’s global peace Influence
Business

Ghana and Nigeria pledge stronger AfCFTA trade cooperation

The News

Ghana and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation under the African Continental Free Trade Area, pledging to remove trade barriers and increase bilateral trade volumes. Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa also called for eliminating obstacles to trade and investment, and urged both governments and other ECOWAS member states to build confidence in the proposed ECO single currency.

25 July 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 25 July

  1. Ghana and Nigeria pledge stronger AfCFTA trade cooperation

    Ghana and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation under the African Continental Free Trade Area, pledging to remove trade barriers and increase bilateral trade volumes. Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa also called for eliminating obstacles to trade and investment, and urged both governments and other ECOWAS member states to build confidence in the proposed ECO single currency.

    25 July 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Ghana's FM asks Nigeria to investigate Sam Jonah property attacks

    Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has called on Nigeria to investigate alleged attacks on properties belonging to Ghanaian business mogul Sir Sam Jonah, urging protection of cross-border investments. The Nigerian High Commissioner-designate assured the minister he would examine the matter and engage appropriate authorities.

    25 July 2026 · Joy Online

  3. Ghana's FM seeks Nigeria probe into Sam Jonah property attacks

    Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has asked Nigeria to investigate alleged attacks on properties owned by Ghanaian business mogul Sir Sam Jonah, citing the need to protect investments and sustain investor confidence. The incoming Nigerian High Commissioner pledged to examine the matter.

    25 July 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 13 July

  1. GCB Bank MD receives African leadership commendation award

    Farihan Alhassan, Managing Director of GCB Bank, has received the Special African Leadership Commendation Award at the 16th African Business Leadership Awards in recognition of his contribution to Ghana's banking sector, with the award presented by former Tanzanian President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete in London.

    13 July 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 19 June

  1. Obuasi youth petition AngloGold Ashanti over sports facilities neglect

    Youth, traditional authorities and residents of Obuasi have petitioned AngloGold Ashanti Ghana Limited over the alleged neglect and mismanagement of community sports facilities in the mining town, calling on the company to rehabilitate sporting infrastructure including the Len Clay Sports Stadium and Ofori Park and revive the inactive Ashanti Gold football club.

    19 June 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Caveman Watches founder featured in Forbes Africa 2026

    Anthony Mensah Dzamefe's Ghanaian luxury watchmaker Caveman Watches has earned a feature in Forbes Africa Ghana 2026: Africa Undiscovered Edition, recognized for reshaping perceptions of African-made luxury products and positioning Ghana as a hub for world-class craftsmanship. The brand has grown to serve customers across Africa, Europe, North America, and the Middle East.

    9 June 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 6 May

  1. Bank of Africa Group CEO concludes Ghana working visit

    The Group Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Africa, Mr. Amine Bouabid, concluded a two-day official working visit to Ghana, meeting with government officials and stakeholders to reaffirm the Group's commitment to the Ghanaian market and support economic growth through strategic partnerships and SME development.

    6 May 2026 · Business & Financial Times

Wednesday 29 April

  1. Defence Ministry denies military land given to Ibrahim Mahama

    The Deputy Minister of Defence has dismissed claims that military lands were allocated to business executive Ibrahim Mahama for private development, stating the allegations are false. He explained that the Ghana Armed Forces is instead running a self-help housing initiative to replace dilapidated colonial-era structures at Burma Camp, for which Mahama donated GHC120 million toward 160 housing units.

    29 April 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 28 April

  1. President Mahama hails Asantehene's 27 years of leadership

    President John Dramani Mahama has described Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as a national asset whose peace mediation skills have helped restore peace in Dagbon and Bawku over his 27-year reign. Mahama praised the Asantehene's sacrifice of time, energy and resources in service to the nation.

    28 April 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. ZEN Petroleum lists on GSE, IPO raises GH¢970 million

    ZEN Petroleum Holdings PLC has listed on the Ghana Stock Exchange, with its IPO oversubscribed by 94 per cent and raising GH¢970 million, exceeding its initial target of GH¢500 million. The company's Managing Director said the listing marks the beginning of a new phase aimed at expanding operations and deepening the company's contribution to Ghana's economic development.

    28 April 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 27 April

  1. ZEN Petroleum shares gain nearly 10% in second trading day

    ZEN Petroleum Holdings' shares climbed nearly 10 percent on their second day of trading on the Ghana Stock Exchange on Thursday, April 23, 2026, following a heavily oversubscribed IPO that raised GH¢640 million. The listing, the first by an indigenous private downstream sector company, boosted the GSE Composite Index up 1.18 percent, though analysts warned that institutional investor dominance may stifle price discovery.

    27 April 2026 · Business & Financial Times

  2. GAF launches fundraising effort to address military housing shortage

    The Ghana Armed Forces has held a fundraising luncheon to support the redevelopment of Burma Camp and address a housing deficit affecting thousands of servicemen and women. Senior military leadership cited deteriorating colonial-era barracks and increased operational demands as drivers of the accommodation gap.

    27 April 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 26 April

  1. Otumfuo commends KGL Group's Alex Daddey for Ghana development

    Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II praised Alex Appau Daddey and KGL Group as an outstanding Ghanaian enterprise, highlighting the company's construction of a mental health facility, payment of GH₵153 million in taxes this year, and sponsorship support. Otumfuo also commended other Ghanaian businesses including Sir Sam Jonah's for contributing to national development across various sectors.

    26 April 2026 · Joy Online

Saturday 25 April

  1. Sam Jonah praises Asantehene's leadership model for global peace

    Sam Jonah, Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, has commended Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's leadership at a 27th anniversary gala in Kumasi, describing his commitment to dialogue and mediation as a credible alternative to confrontation-driven global politics and a model the world should emulate.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Sam Jonah praises Otumfuo's global peace leadership and influence

    Businessman Sam Jonah has praised Otumfuo Osei Tutu II's leadership as a model for global peace, citing his 27 years of commitment to dialogue and conflict resolution. Jonah highlighted the Asantehene's 2019 UN address on the culture of peace, positioning him as a global voice needed in an increasingly volatile world.

    25 April 2026 · Joy Online

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