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Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, UN Special Representative for Libya and former Foreign Affairs Minister, has urged Ghana to strengthen its institutions, deepen regional diplomacy through the AU and ECOWAS, and build a resilient economy as the post-World War II international order weakens and geopolitical rivalry reshapes global relations.
1 hour ago · The Chronicle →
Hanna Serwaa Tetteh, UN Special Representative for Libya and former Foreign Affairs Minister, has urged Ghana to strengthen its institutions, deepen regional diplomacy through the AU and ECOWAS, and build a resilient economy as the post-World War II international order weakens and geopolitical rivalry reshapes global relations.
1 hour ago · The Chronicle →
Parliament has approved three digital tax administration agreements aimed at modernising revenue collection and improving tax compliance, despite the Minority Caucus's unanimous rejection, citing concerns about transparency and lack of adequate disclosure.
1 hour ago · Daily Guide →
Dignitaries, Members of Parliament, government officials, and members of the diplomatic corps gathered at the State House on Friday, July 31, for the State Funeral of late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, honouring his decades of service to Ghana in leadership and diplomatic roles. The ceremony featured military honours, tributes and prayers in recognition of his contributions to diplomacy, governance and national development.
2 hours ago · Joy Online →
IMANI Africa founder Franklin Cudjoe has expressed concern that the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre chief executive officer Sedina Tamakloe Attionu could send a wrong signal about accountability, suggesting that public officials accused of wrongdoing may escape consequences if their political party returns to power.
2 hours ago · Joy Online →
Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah, a former Minister of Local Government, has criticised the government's proposed process for electing MMDCEs, arguing that the nomination and shortlisting system could exclude qualified Ghanaians who are not NDC members and risks undermining competitive, non-partisan local governance.
2 hours ago · Joy Online →
UN Special Representative Hanna Serwaa Tetteh has said the African continent's main challenge is not the absence of policies but member states' failure to implement AU decisions. She cited former AU Commission Chair Moussa Faki's disclosure that 93 per cent of AU decisions taken between 2021 and 2023 were not implemented.
2 hours ago · Daily Guide →
A legal analysis argues that requiring immovable property as a bail condition in Ghana violates constitutional rights to personal liberty, equality, and freedom from discrimination, creating a wealth-based dual justice system where the poor face prolonged pre-trial detention while the wealthy gain rapid release.
2 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi says President Mahama's "reset" agenda is repositioning Ghana's economy to ensure Africans take greater control of strategic sectors while remaining open to responsible foreign investment.
2 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Government has announced national commemorative activities for the first anniversary of a military helicopter crash on August 6, 2025, that killed eight prominent Ghanaians. Events include a memorial lecture on August 4, 2026, and a National Inter-Faith Memorial Service on August 6, alongside state support to bereaved families.
2 hours ago · The Chronicle →
The President of the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana highlighted that the Supreme Court's functioning depends not only on its Justices but also on the behind-the-scenes work of judicial staff who support every sitting, judgment, and administrative process.
3 hours ago · Daily Guide →
The government has accepted recommendations from the Constitutional Review Committee to reduce the minimum age qualification for the presidency from 40 to 35 years, amending Article 62(b) of the 1992 Constitution. The author argues this demonstrates confidence in young Ghanaians' capacity for national leadership and challenges age-based perceptions of political fitness.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal set aside all 78 convictions against former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Christine Tamakloe Attionu on July 30, 2026, finding that the prosecution failed to properly authenticate key evidence, including a ten-year-old letter that was the basis for the largest theft count of GH¢500,000.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Executive Director of the Institute of Economic Research has rejected government proposals to extend Ghana's presidential term from four to five years, arguing the move would weaken democratic accountability and leave the country vulnerable to prolonged poor governance, though he supports proposed changes to presidential age limits.
3 hours ago · Joy Online →
Justin Frimpong Kodua, NPP General Secretary, has secured endorsement from executives in all 11 constituencies of the Upper West Region as he seeks re-election to his party position. He described the backing as a mandate for continuity, stability and victory for the NPP.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former Local Government Minister Martin Adjei-Mensah Korsah has criticised the government's proposed election modalities for MMDCEs, arguing that the arrangement—where political authorities nominate five persons from whom three are shortlisted for election—maintains political party influence and fails to create a truly independent local governance system. He contended the process does not substantially differ from the current system that reforms aim to replace.
4 hours ago · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama presented a welfare and compensation package to families of eight military personnel killed in a helicopter crash on 6 August 2025, including a GH¢1 million trust fund for each surviving minor child, healthcare and educational support, and legacy boxes with keepsakes and personalised letters from the President.
5 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former MP Joseph Cudjoe has questioned whether President Mahama intends to honour the NDC's 2024 campaign promise to abolish ex-gratia payments for Article 71 office holders, arguing that the government's White Paper on constitutional review recommendations does not propose eliminating the benefit and instead suggests establishing an Independent Public Emoluments Commission.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former NPP National Chairman Freddie Blay has argued that proposals to allow all card-bearing members to vote in presidential and parliamentary primaries are impractical and disconnected from party operations, warning that such an approach could enable rival parties to infiltrate the process and create logistical challenges for nationwide internal elections.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
Parliament has approved a concession agreement for the reintroduction of road and bridge tolls through an electronic Public-Private Partnership system operated by a Special Purpose Vehicle to be incorporated by Rock Africa Limited. Former Defence Minister Dominic Nitiwul defended the 2021 abolition of tolls as a measure to ease financial burden on Ghanaians, but expressed support for their reintroduction under the proposed electronic system, citing efficiency gains over the previous model.
8 hours ago · Joy Online →
Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine has defended the government's decision to challenge the Court of Appeal's acquittal of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, saying the move is based on legal principles and accountability rather than political considerations. The Court of Appeal recently acquitted Tamakloe-Attionu, overturning her conviction and 10-year prison sentence after finding the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Professor Alidu Mahama Seidu, MP for Tamale Central, has warned that the Supreme Court's ruling abolishing the delegate system could significantly increase campaign costs and monetisation, as politicians would need alternative funding sources that could breed corruption. The Court, in a 5–2 decision, directed that all party members in good standing must be allowed to vote in electing leaders and parliamentary candidates, replacing the delegate system with a "one member, one vote" approach.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Catholic faithful and state dignitaries paid tribute to the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho at a pre-burial service and Requiem Mass at the Holy Spirit Cathedral in Accra. Church leaders and government officials praised his exemplary diplomatic service and commitment to integrity.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Speaker of Parliament Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin praised National Chief Imam Sheikh Nuhu Sharubutu for his commitment to national unity and personal efforts to develop the Muslim community through job-creating initiatives, and announced plans to donate to the Chief Imam's education trust fund.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana has entered the advisory phase of a US Africa Command (AFRICOM) capacity-building programme after completing its initial assessment stage, marking progress in defence logistics, operational readiness and military cooperation with the United States.
9 hours ago · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump says he is considering withdrawing Todd Blanche's nomination to be attorney general, as his confirmation appears stalled in the Senate. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, are withholding support over a controversial $1.8bn "anti-weaponisation fund" to compensate Trump allies, and want Blanche to commit in writing that the Justice Department will not resurrect the fund.
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The government has announced commemorative events beginning July 30 to mark the first anniversary of the August 6, 2025 helicopter crash that killed eight senior public officials and military personnel. The events, coordinated with the Ministry of Defence and bereaved families, include an official presentation of state support on July 30, a memorial lecture on August 4, and an interfaith service on August 6.
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An Accra High Court has dismissed an application by Faiza Seidu Wuni, second accused in a criminal trial, seeking permission to travel abroad with her seven-year-old son for medical assessment and treatment. Her counsel argued the trip was in the child's best interest, while the Deputy Attorney-General opposed it, citing the State's duty to balance the child's welfare.
14 hours ago · Joy Online →
The government has presented support packages to the children of eight state officials who died in an August 6 helicopter crash, including health insurance coverage valued at GH¢3 million for 27 beneficiaries and 13 trust accounts funded with GH¢1 million each.
16 hours ago · Joy Online →
Johnson Asiedu Nketia, National Chairman of the NDC, has called for sustained investment in scientific research, innovation and graduate education, arguing that Ghana's economic transformation will depend more on human capital than natural resources. He said countries that fail to prioritise research and innovation risk remaining consumers rather than producers of knowledge and technology.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former Deputy Attorney General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has criticised the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Attionu-Tamakloe, arguing that the appellate court erred in concluding the prosecution failed to establish its case and that technical defects in the charge sheet should not invalidate a conviction where sufficient evidence exists.
17 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former African Union High Representative Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas said democracy depends on constitutions, courts and electoral institutions, but ultimately on citizens' commitment to uphold justice, truth and responsibility. He argued that young people must be prepared not only to inherit democracy but to improve and consolidate it.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
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.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal has acquitted and discharged former MASLOC boss Sedina Tamakloe, who was convicted by the High Court in 2019 on 78 criminal counts related to mismanagement of agency finances, including a GH¢500,000 investment refund, diverted disaster relief funds, and inflated vehicle purchases. The appellate court found the state had not proved its case against her beyond reasonable doubt.
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Presidential Adviser Goosie Tanoh has warned that democracy is retreating globally due to the rise of authoritarian leadership and political instability, citing developments in the United States, Russia, and Europe. He urged Ghanaians to remain committed to inclusive governance and peaceful coexistence to strengthen democratic institutions.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Attorney-General has filed an urgent application to suspend the Court of Appeal's judgment that acquitted former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, pending the state's intended appeal to the Supreme Court. The state argues the Court of Appeal's decision contains material errors of law and fact that resulted in a substantial miscarriage of justice.
18 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former NDC legal affairs director Abraham Amaliba defended the Court of Appeal's acquittal of ex-MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, arguing that legal decisions must be based on law rather than public emotion or political sentiment, despite criticism from the NPP.
18 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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Nana Ato Dadzie has endorsed the proposed Tribunal Bill as strengthening Ghana's justice system and accountability, and called for reforms within the Ghana Bar Association to improve its effectiveness. He also raised concerns about misuse of freedom of expression on social media, saying the right to free speech must be balanced with responsibility.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former Deputy Attorney General Alfred Tuah-Yeboah has criticised the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, describing the ruling as legally flawed and a setback to Ghana's fight against corruption. He argued that the court erred in acquitting the accused on grounds of defects in the charge sheet rather than examining the evidence, and maintained that the proper remedy would have been to order a retrial.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
John Darko, MP for Suame and Legal Counsel for the Minority Caucus, has expressed reservations about the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, former CEO of MASLOC, who had been sentenced to 10 years in prison. Darko said he was not fully convinced by the reasoning behind the judgment, noting that his preliminary assessment did not suggest the appellant made a strong enough case for the court to overturn the lower court's decision.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Government Communications Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu has rejected criticism that the government was responsible for the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, the former CEO of MASLOC, insisting the judiciary acted independently and that Ghanaians should base their analysis on facts rather than emotion.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Minister for Local Government, Ahmed Ibrahim, has raised concerns that the Supreme Court's decision to abolish the political party delegates system could disadvantage minority tribes and communities in parliamentary primaries, arguing the ruling is "constitutionally right but socially discriminatory." The Tamale Central MP, Professor Alidu Mahama Seidu, has also warned that the change could increase the role of money in party primaries.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former African Union High Representative Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas has urged Ghana to equip young people not only to inherit democracy but also to strengthen and improve it, emphasizing that democratic sustainability depends on educated citizens committed to upholding democratic values, integrity, accountability and the rule of law.
19 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Attorney General announced that the government has accepted the establishment of an independent Public Emoluments Commission to determine the salaries, allowances, facilities and privileges of Article 71 office holders, replacing the current system where a presidential committee sets the remuneration for these officials including the President.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
President Mahama announced full implementation of support for families of eight officials killed in an August 2025 military helicopter crash, including GH¢1 million trust funds for each minor child and compensation awarded by the Accra Circuit Court under the Workmen's Compensation Act.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Attorney General Dominic Ayine announced that the government has accepted a recommendation to abolish capital punishment in Ghana, replacing it with life imprisonment for offences that previously attracted the death penalty. The decision is based on the belief that capital punishment is inconsistent with Ghana's constitutional commitment to protecting the right to life.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine said the appeal that resulted in the acquittal and discharge of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu was initiated under his predecessor in May 2024, but after reviewing the case, he directed state attorneys to oppose the application. Ayine has also directed the Director of Public Prosecutions to file a notice of appeal and apply for a stay of execution.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has accepted a proposal requiring the President to pay tax on salary, allowances, and applicable indirect taxes while in office, departing from longstanding tax exemptions tied to the office. The government rejected extending tax obligations to presidential retirement benefits, gratuity, and pension.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
President John Mahama presented Legacy Boxes containing personal letters and compensation packages to families of eight officials who died in a military helicopter crash in the Ashanti Region on August 6, 2025, assuring their children that their parents' service and sacrifices will continue to inspire future generations.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has accepted a proposal to introduce a citizen-initiative mechanism allowing Ghanaians to propose constitutional amendments, subject to meeting specified support requirements including minimum regional representation and gender-balance requirements. The government is proposing a higher threshold than the Constitution Review Committee recommended, though the article does not specify what threshold the committee proposed.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has accepted a Constitutional Review Committee recommendation to extend the presidential term from four to five years and lower the minimum age to contest for president from 40 to 35. The Minister for Government Communications clarified that this proposed amendment will not apply to incumbent President John Dramani Mahama.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal acquitted former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, overturning her 10-year conviction after finding the prosecution failed to prove its case. Legal Counsel for the Minority Caucus questioned the circumstances, noting she had absconded during trial and returned years later to challenge the conviction, raising concerns about Ghana's anti-corruption efforts.
20 hours ago · Joy Online →
Former AU official Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas warns that no democracy can flourish where corruption becomes normalised, arguing that combating graft requires ethical formation from childhood, not law enforcement alone. Chambas stated corruption weakens public institutions, discourages investment, widens inequality and erodes citizens' confidence in government.
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The government has accepted a recommendation to amend Article 55 of the Constitution to guarantee equal voting rights for all members in good standing of registered political parties in the selection of parliamentary and presidential candidates. The decision aligns with a recent Supreme Court ruling that all registered party members should be allowed to participate in internal elections.
21 hours ago · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party has criticized the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit and discharge former MASLOC CEO Sedinam Christine Tamakloe Attionu, describing the ruling as a "travesty of justice" and claiming it was politically motivated. The appeal court overturned her conviction and 10-year prison sentence from April 2024 on charges including stealing, financial loss to the state, money laundering, and breaches of the Public Procurement Act.
21 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Former Attorney-General Godfred Dame disagreed with the Court of Appeal's unanimous decision to acquit former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, asserting that prosecution evidence was credible and sufficient for conviction. Dame urged the current Attorney-General to appeal the ruling.
21 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The Attorney General announced that the government has accepted a recommendation to extend the presidential term from four to five years, with Parliament's term adjusted to match. The extension would apply to future administrations only, if approved through constitutional amendment, and is intended to provide more time for effective governance and policy implementation.
22 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
Former diplomat Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas said Ghana's greatest challenge is not a shortage of educated people but a deficit in ethical and responsible leadership, urging educational institutions to emphasize character formation alongside academic excellence.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Attorney General announced that Ghana's government has accepted a recommendation to abolish the death penalty and replace it with life imprisonment as part of the constitutional review process, affecting Articles 3, 13, 19 and 72 of the 1992 Constitution. The government cited inconsistency with the constitutional right to life and Ghana's international human rights obligations.
22 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times →
The government has proposed constitutional reforms to separate the Office of the Attorney-General from the Ministry of Justice, aiming to strengthen independence of criminal prosecutions and public confidence in the justice system. Under the proposal, a separate Minister of Justice would oversee the justice and legal sector while the Attorney-General retains exclusive authority to prosecute criminal offences on behalf of the State.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Gyasehene of Ampeyo Traditional Area has called on the Ghana Boundary Commission to expedite peaceful resolution of the longstanding Fotor Yeye boundary dispute with Togo. The Commission's Commissioner General visited border communities in the Oti Region to engage stakeholders and assess operations.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Attorney General Dominic Ayine stated that Ken Ofori-Atta's American citizenship does not shield him from extradition to Ghana if required to face trial, clarifying that Ghana's extradition laws apply regardless of citizenship status and that dual citizenship creates no legal obstacle to extradition.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang officially opened the 7th Annual Conference of the Africa Pension Supervisors Association in Accra, hosted by the National Pensions Regulatory Authority. She called for more inclusive pension systems, digital innovation, and cross-border cooperation to strengthen pension administration across Africa.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Attorney-General, Dr Dominic Ayine, has defended the Government's decision to appeal the Court of Appeal's acquittal of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, stating it is driven by national interest and accountability rather than personal considerations, despite his longstanding friendship with her. The Attorney-General's Office has directed the Director of Public Prosecutions to file an appeal before the Supreme Court against the acquittal that overturned her conviction on 78 counts including conspiracy to steal, stealing, and money laundering.
22 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has proposed that the Chief Justice serve a single, non-renewable 10-year term or until mandatory retirement age, whichever comes first, to ensure orderly leadership transitions. The government also supports placing a constitutional cap on the size of the Supreme Court, though the article does not specify the proposed number.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal has acquitted and discharged former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, overturning her earlier High Court conviction and 10-year prison sentence, after finding that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond a reasonable doubt.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Attorney-General has disclosed that the government supports taxing the President's salary, allowances, and indirect taxes on goods and services, but rejects proposals to tax the President's ex gratia and pension benefits under the ongoing constitutional review process.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Abraham Norman Nortey, a former SRC President at both the University of Health and Allied Sciences (2019) and University of Cape Coast (2024/2025), has announced his candidacy for the NDC parliamentary primaries in the Domeabra-Obom Constituency ahead of the 2028 general elections. Nortey was the first medical student to lead UCC's SRC and is among few student leaders in Ghana to have served as SRC President at two public universities.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The Government has approved a proposal to constitutionally cap Parliament at 300 Members, combining the existing 276 constituency-based seats with 24 additional seats allocated through proportional representation to enhance representation for women, persons with disabilities, and young people.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has accepted a proposal to move presidential elections to the first week of November as part of planned constitutional amendments from the Constitution Review Committee, aimed at providing certainty to the electoral calendar and allowing sufficient time for transition before the January 7 inauguration date.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's Attorney General announced government has accepted a Constitutional Review Committee proposal to amend the 1992 Constitution and remove the restriction preventing dual-national Ghanaians by birth from contesting parliamentary elections without renouncing their foreign citizenship. The government says the current restriction does not align with modern citizenship realities and Ghana's relationship with its diaspora.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine said the government's position on the Constitutional Review Committee's final report does not constitute a white paper because the committee was not established as a commission of inquiry under Chapter 23 of the 1992 Constitution. The government examined the committee's 206 proposed constitutional amendments against the Constitution's provisions to determine their scope, implications, and feasibility through constitutional or ordinary legislative change.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party has criticized the Court of Appeal's acquittal of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe Attionu as a "travesty of justice" and alleges the decision was politically motivated. The party claims the Attorney General has systematically freed persons affiliated to the ruling government through nolle prosequi and discontinuances since January 2025, and notes that Tamakloe was previously convicted on 78 counts and sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment after a trial court found her conduct caused a loss of almost GH¢90 million.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
The government has proposed reducing the minimum age for presidential candidates from 40 years to 35 years, rejecting the Constitutional Review Committee's recommendation of 30 years. Attorney-General Dr Dominic Ayine announced the position after the committee presented its final report to President Mahama on Thursday.
23 hours ago · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has accepted a Constitutional Review Committee recommendation to extend the President's and Parliament members' tenure from four to five years, arguing that a longer cycle would provide adequate time for policy implementation and reduce the impact of frequent elections on governance.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Attorney-General has directed the Director of Public Prosecutions to file a notice of appeal at the Supreme Court challenging the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit former MASLOC CEO Sedina Attionu Tamakloe of all criminal charges. Tamakloe had previously been convicted by the High Court on 78 counts including conspiracy to steal, money laundering, and breaches of the Public Procurement Act, and sentenced to 10 years' imprisonment.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Court of Appeal has acquitted and discharged Sedina Tamakloe, former CEO of MASLOC, and overturned her 10-year jail sentence imposed by the High Court in 2024. The appeal court found the prosecution failed to prove beyond reasonable doubt the 78 charges against her, including conspiracy to steal, money laundering, and breaches of the Public Procurement Act.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Attorney-General has directed the filing of an appeal against the Court of Appeal's decision to acquit former MASLOC CEO Sedina Attionu Tamakloe of 78 charges including conspiracy to steal, stealing, and money laundering, for which she had been sentenced to 10 years imprisonment by the High Court.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's 1992 Constitution has provided 34 years of stable elections and peaceful government transitions, but has failed to generate inclusive welfare for the majority of Ghanaians, particularly unemployed youth. An opinion piece argues that constitutional reform offers a pathway to recalibrate political institutions and enable socio-economic transformation, but requires credible, sincere citizen engagement to succeed.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Parliamentary Minority Caucus has backed VALCO workers and called on the government to disclose details of a proposed "strategic equity capitalization process" involving the state-owned Volta Aluminium Company, questioning why ownership changes are being considered when the company recently reported a profit of US$3.19 million in the first half of 2026.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The New Patriotic Party says it will announce its official position and next steps following the Court of Appeal's acquittal of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, which overturned her 2024 conviction and 10-year prison sentence. The party said it was surprised by the ruling and will issue a response after internal consultations.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal unanimously acquitted former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, overturning her High Court conviction and 10-year prison sentence after finding the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The University of Mines and Technology will appoint Professor Bernard Kumi Boateng, a 48-year-old Geomatic Engineering professor and alumnus, as its first Vice Chancellor in 2026. Boateng, who rose from working as a toilet attendant in Kumasi to becoming a mining engineer, plans to develop UMAT into a world-class engineering centre of excellence focused on Ghana's mining and mineral resource governance.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called for urgent pension reforms across Africa, warning that nearly 85 percent of the continent's workforce remains outside formal retirement protection and that the number of Africans aged 60 and above will exceed 226 million by 2050. She stressed that current pension systems must be redesigned to reflect Africa's diverse labour market, where many workers operate in the informal sector with irregular incomes.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP National Organizer Henry Nana Boakye has accused the NDC of orchestrating events to secure the freedom of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu following the Court of Appeal's acquittal and discharge of her, saying the appellate court found the prosecution had failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal has unanimously acquitted and discharged Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, former CEO of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre, overturning her High Court conviction and 10-year custodial sentence. The appellate court found the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament Speaker Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin has called for a permanent partnership between Parliament, academia and civil society organisations to strengthen evidence-based lawmaking and improve democratic governance. He said Parliament's legislative and oversight functions would be more effective if informed by independent research, policy analysis and citizens' lived experiences rather than solely official government submissions.
30 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Faustina Elikplim Akurugu, has warned against encroachments on public roads and illegal developments in the constituency during an inspection tour of road rehabilitation projects, citing a private residence at Taifa that had encroached heavily on a public road as a major concern.
30 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
MP for Wa West Peter Lanchene Toobu has called for calm in Wechiau following the death of youth leader Abu Tijani, urging police to exercise restraint and use firearms only as a last resort, and residents to choose dialogue over violence.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Ishmael Nii Amanor Dodoo claimed Ghana's unemployment rate fell to 6.4%, but the latest Ghana Statistical Service data from Q3 2025 shows it at 13%, and the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review reports 12.8% — figures inconsistent with the official claim.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal has unanimously set aside the April 2024 conviction and 10-year sentence of former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe, ruling that the charge sheet violated her constitutional right to be informed in detail of the offences. Her lawyer Enoch Deegbe said the defective charges and insufficient particulars of offence secured the acquittal, though the source notes Tamakloe remains in prison custody pending notification of the decision.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal has unanimously overturned the conviction and 10-year custodial sentence imposed on Sedina Tamakloe Attionu, former Chief Executive Officer of the Microfinance and Small Loans Centre, acquitting and discharging her of all charges related to accusations of misappropriating public funds.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Immigration Service engaged a 22-member delegation from Zimbabwe's Defence Force Joint Command and Staff Course on border security and regional cooperation. Deputy Comptroller-General Faisal Disu highlighted secure borders as essential to national sovereignty and economic development.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission has directed public officers in tertiary institutions who hold political party executive positions to resign from those roles or be relieved of their public offices, citing Section 26 of the Political Parties Act, 2000, which prohibits public officers from engaging in partisan activities or holding party positions.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The President of the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana said the Supreme Court's success rests on both justices and the dedicated staff who work behind the scenes, highlighting the often unseen contribution of judicial personnel to the administration of justice.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal has acquitted and discharged former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu, overturning her High Court conviction and 10-year prison sentence. The appellate court ruled that the prosecution failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Court of Appeal is expected to deliver judgment on an appeal by former MASLOC CEO Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu challenging her 10-year prison sentence and 2024 conviction for offences including causing financial loss to the state and stealing. Her legal team contests the defectiveness of the charges and the propriety of her trial in absentia after she failed to return from the United States to face prosecution.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5-2 that the Electoral College system for selecting parliamentary and presidential candidates is unconstitutional, allowing all registered party members to participate instead of just delegates. The NDC and NPP have welcomed the decision.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
ECOWAS has called on member states to strengthen their national gender institutions to accelerate progress towards gender equality and the implementation of regional and international commitments. The Resident Representative cited weak institutional capacity, inadequate financing and poor coordination among national gender mechanisms as major obstacles to advancing gender equality across the sub-region.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The Paramount Chief of Assin Kushea called on administrators to uphold ethical standards to curb corruption and strengthen institutions, telling the 8th Annual Administrators Conference of CIAMC that integrity, accountability and professionalism are crucial to institutional success.
30 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Democratic Congress's Deputy General Secretary says the party previously experimented with expanding internal elections to all members but abandoned the system after encountering significant challenges, following a Supreme Court ruling that directed all registered members participate in primaries.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC has expressed confidence it can comply with a Supreme Court directive to replace the delegate system with one allowing all eligible members to participate in selecting parliamentary and presidential candidates, citing existing data management systems and the successful conduct of branch elections across more than 40,000 branches.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Kojo Asante, Director of Policy Engagement and Partnerships at CDD-Ghana, has praised the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional, calling it a bold judgment that could reshape internal party democracy and accelerate reforms in political parties. He noted the ruling's timing coincides with Ghana's constitutional review process and expressed optimism it would catalyse democratic reforms and reduce money's influence in internal elections.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom has alleged widespread mismanagement of government scholarship funds under the previous administration, claiming excessive spending on dependants of scholarship beneficiaries contributed to millions of pounds in unpaid tuition and stipends owed to Ghanaian students. She cited instances including allowances and airfares for spouses and children, and alleged that more than £37 million in tuition fees and stipends accumulated between 2020 and 2025.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer Martin Kpebu has welcomed the Supreme Court's ruling that the Attorney-General retains authority to discontinue prosecutions initiated by the Office of the Special Prosecutor, describing it as a constitutional safeguard that will check the anti-corruption agency's power. Kpebu explained that the ruling confirms the OSP exercises prosecutorial powers on behalf of the Attorney-General, who alone holds constitutional authority to prosecute criminal cases.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Patrick Yaw Boamah, the NPP MP for Okaikwei Central, criticised the government's economic management during the Mid-Year Budget Review debate, questioning where the promised 800,000 jobs are and arguing that increased revenue collection must translate into better living conditions and timely payment of public-sector workers like doctors, nurses, and teachers.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ketu North MP Eric Edem Agbana defended the government's expenditure programme during 2026 mid-year budget debate, arguing that fiscal discipline should not be mistaken for unwillingness to spend and that the Mahama administration is adopting prudent, strategic investments rather than excessive spending.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC Deputy General Secretary warned that the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional could impose significant financial and logistical challenges on political parties, though he acknowledged the ruling aims to deepen Ghana's democracy. The 5-2 majority ruling directs all political parties to allow every registered, card-bearing member to participate in presidential and parliamentary primaries.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NPP has called on the Government to explain why the Upper East Region was left out of the US$500 million Ghana Market Access and Connectivity Project, a World Bank-funded initiative to rehabilitate about 1,050 kilometres of feeder roads across 13 other regions to improve agricultural market access and reduce post-harvest losses.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Judiciary will introduce electronic filing, authentication and service of court processes from October 1, 2026, under the E-Justice Plus Agenda, with phased automation of courts nationwide beginning with the Supreme Court. Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie described the reforms as an institutional step to ensure access to justice is no longer constrained by geography or avoidable delay.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
ECOWAS, the Government of Ghana and development partners have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening institutional capacity, gender equality and women's empowerment across West Africa at the 2026 ECOWAS Gender Development Centre Annual Briefing in Accra. The meeting reviewed achievements from 2022 to 2026 and outlined strategic priorities for 2026-2030, including strengthening collaboration among member states and introducing the ECOWAS Gender Observatory to improve gender data collection and evidence-based policymaking.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Supreme Court ruled 5-2 that political parties must allow all registered members to participate in presidential and parliamentary primaries, not just delegates. NDC Deputy General Secretary Mustapha Gbande welcomed Ghana's democratic progress but cautioned that expanding participation comes with challenges that parties must address.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's President Mahama and visiting Gabon President Nguema called for African countries to collectively reject xenophobia and discrimination, and committed to closer coordination through the African Union and other multilateral forums on issues of continental interest.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Togbe Afede XIV, Agbogbomefia of Asogli State, has called for a review of the appointment process for Supreme Court judges, citing the absence of a constitutional upper limit on the number of justices and saying the current arrangement creates room for political considerations. Speaking at the Supreme Court's 150th anniversary durbar, he urged reforms to strengthen public confidence in the administration of justice.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ketu North MP Eric Edem Agbana has accused the Minority in Parliament of being accustomed to reckless public spending, arguing that this explains its criticism of the government's fiscal discipline during Wednesday's debate on the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review. He contended that the Mahama administration's restraint in expenditure and focus on priority sectors reflects responsible fiscal policy, unlike the opposition's past experience in government.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Democratic Congress says it will review the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional and may seek clarification from the court before deciding its next steps. The court ruled in a 5-2 decision that political parties must allow all registered members to participate in internal elections, but the NDC's Deputy General Secretary said the party previously attempted wider participation and faced difficulties.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
US President Donald Trump said his administration is considering asserting greater authority over artificial intelligence tools following recent cybersecurity incidents involving OpenAI, while emphasizing the need to ensure the US leads in the technology and does not fall behind China.
30 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Majority of delegates from the Ashanti Region have backed former Subin MP Eugene Boakye Antwi's bid to become the next General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party. About 500 of 940 delegates from 25 constituencies declared support for Antwi, who promises to enforce party discipline and constitutional provisions ahead of 2028 elections.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Chronicle's editorial criticises the Energy Minister's stewardship following a nationwide power outage on July 29, 2026 that disrupted businesses, institutions, hospitals and households. The outage, caused by a major disruption on the National Interconnected Transmission System, was not the first major power failure under the current minister.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Supreme Court has unanimously ruled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act is constitutional and valid, confirming the OSP's prosecutorial authority. However, the court also held that the Attorney-General retains constitutional power to discontinue prosecutions initiated by the OSP.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening Ghana's justice sector as an investment in democratic future, stating that proposed constitutional reforms will be pursued in collaboration with the Judiciary, Parliament, academia and civil society. The Chief Justice also announced a major digital transformation of the Judiciary, with electronic filing, authentication and service of court processes to commence on October 1, 2026.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno said the new Betting and Lottery Regulatory Agency aims to regulate operators, protect residents from fraud, and ensure legal compliance, adding that while he does not encourage betting as a pastor, he believes in law and order.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
A House of Representatives ad hoc committee investigating the disputed Presidential Foreign Intervention Promotion Council has found that the appointment letter received by Adeniyi Adeyemi, who claimed to be the council's Director-General, is fake. The Head of the Civil Service of the Federation confirmed that the documents presented by Adeyemi were not authentic.
30 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Ghana's Supreme Court ruled the delegate system used by political parties to elect presidential and parliamentary candidates unconstitutional, requiring all registered members in good standing to participate directly instead. A governance expert cautioned that while the decision may broaden participation, it is unlikely to reduce the influence of money in internal party elections.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A Supreme Court case (Kenneth Kwabena Agyei Kuranchie v The Attorney-General) seeks to interpret Article 66(2) of the 1992 Constitution on whether a president defeated after one term can serve two consecutive terms upon subsequent election—a provision that would effectively allow President Mahama, sworn in again on 7 January 2025, to seek a third term. The plaintiff has denied the action is aimed at securing a third term for Mahama, though the case's substance would open that possibility.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The government has announced six new regulations to facilitate implementation of the Environmental Protection Authority Act 2025, covering Environmental Assessment, Effluent Management, Air Quality, Ozone Protection, Petroleum Operations, and Certification of Air Conditioners. The EPA is training staff and stakeholders, and plans to recruit additional personnel and establish new district offices to strengthen environmental enforcement.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
UN Special Representative Hannah Tetteh warned Ghana not to take its peace and security for granted, noting that instability in neighbouring countries demonstrates how quickly situations can change. She linked regional stability to economic development and stressed the need for stronger West African cooperation on emerging security risks.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Accra High Court has directed the Office of the Attorney-General to disclose all additional documents relevant to the criminal case against former NAFCO CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, following an application by his counsel. Mr Aludiba faces charges of stealing, defrauding by false pretences, causing financial loss to the State, and money laundering related to his tenure at the National Food Buffer Stock Company.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
UN Special Representative Hannah Tetteh warned that the African Union's effectiveness is weakened when member states fail to implement collectively agreed decisions. According to former AU Commission Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat, about 93 per cent of AU decisions taken between 2021 and 2023 were not implemented, a problem rooted in member states' limited political commitment rather than the commission itself.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ambassador D.K. Osei, president of the Ghana Council on Foreign Relations, called for bold and visionary leadership across Africa, warning that the continent risks losing its influence in an evolving global order unless leaders deepen integration and speak with one voice on international issues. He argued that achieving Agenda 2063 development aspirations will require difficult decisions, sacrifices, and potential ceding of sovereignty, particularly in security and foreign policy, while questioning whether African states are prepared to strengthen the AfCFTA and pursue initiatives such as a common currency.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ambassador D.K. Osei, president of the Ghana Council on Foreign Relations, has urged Ghana to use its upcoming AU chairmanship to drive continental reforms under Agenda 2063, arguing that African nations must be willing to make political and economic sacrifices to deepen integration through the AfCFTA and other initiatives, though he expressed doubt about whether countries are genuinely prepared for such bold steps.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Founding NPP member Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has argued that former Vice President Bawumia would not have qualified as Akufo-Addo's running mate under the party's own democratic membership criteria, including dues payment, branch meeting attendance, and multi-year membership requirements.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana and Gabon signed two Memoranda of Understanding on July 28 to deepen bilateral cooperation, with Presidents Mahama and Oligui Nguema agreeing to strengthen economic partnerships in trade, investment, and priority sectors including mining, oil and gas, energy, agriculture, and fisheries.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP founding member Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe has welcomed the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system used by political parties unconstitutional, saying the ruling strengthens democratic governance by ensuring greater participation of party members in selecting presidential and parliamentary candidates.
29 July 2026 · 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 →
Political analyst Jonathan Asante Otchere has called the Supreme Court's decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional an important step for internal democracy, but warned it may be more theoretical than practical in implementation, noting that political parties will face significant challenges when putting the ruling into effect.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Supreme Court's unanimous ruling has established that the Attorney General retains supervisory authority over the Office of the Special Prosecutor and can intervene to prevent abuse of prosecutorial powers, according to legal practitioner Martin Kpebu. The judgment clarifies that prosecutorial powers are exercised under the constitutional authority of the Attorney General.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Ministry has lifted the ban on women riding motorbikes in Bawku Municipality and surrounding areas, allowing women to ride between 6:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. daily, while maintaining the ban on men riding motorbikes until further notice.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The NDC has acknowledged that implementing the Supreme Court's decision to abolish the delegate system in party elections will increase costs for political parties, but says defending democratic principles within parties must take precedence. The NDC's Deputy Director of IT and Elections said parties will need to find innovative ways to raise funds to meet the increased expense of broader internal elections.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Two men accused in the murder of Immigration Officer Stephen King Amoah have been remanded into prison custody by Kaneshie District Court after prosecutors said investigations were ongoing and awaiting additional information from the Cyber Crime Unit. The court adjourned the case for two weeks to allow investigators to obtain outstanding evidence.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party's Director of Legal Affairs has questioned who will bear the cost of conducting presidential and parliamentary primaries following the Supreme Court's ruling that all members in good standing should vote in party elections. He noted that allowing all members to vote would increase the cost of organising internal party elections.
29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5-2 that the delegate system used by political parties to elect presidential and parliamentary candidates is unconstitutional, ordering all parties to allow every registered card-bearing member to participate in primaries instead of limiting voting to delegates.
29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The New Patriotic Party has inaugurated its National Elections Committee, to be chaired by former MP Frederick Opare-Ansah, to oversee the election of the party's national officers at its National Conference. The committee will plan, organise, supervise and conduct the elections.
29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The High Court has dismissed an application by Faiza Seidu-Wuni to travel to the United Kingdom for her son's medical treatment, ruling she had not demonstrated the child could not receive the required care in Ghana. The decision means she must remain in the country and comply with travel restrictions imposed as part of her bail conditions in the ongoing criminal case against her and her husband, former NAFCO CEO Abdul Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief of the Naval Staff has called for sustained investment in science, technology and innovation in military healthcare to keep the Ghana Armed Forces aligned with evolving healthcare demands and modern military operations. He made the remarks during a cocktail reception for Naval officers at the 37 Military Hospital, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, professional development, and upholding discipline and integrity.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyers for New Patriotic Party Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako have filed an appeal at the Court of Appeal challenging his conviction and prison sentence, raising more than 20 grounds including arguments that the conviction lacked sufficient evidence and that the trial court misinterpreted mineral rights law.
29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Kofi Bentil, Vice President of IMANI Africa, has questioned the Supreme Court's 5-2 decision declaring the delegate system unconstitutional, arguing that representation is fundamental to democracy and that suggesting representation is unconstitutional is "quite weird." The Court ruled that all registered, card-bearing members of political parties must be allowed to vote in primaries, requiring parties to conduct "One Member, One Vote" elections instead of relying on a limited number of delegates.
29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana will hold a state funeral for late former Foreign Affairs Minister James Victor Gbeho on July 31, 2026, at the State House in Accra. The diplomat served as Chief Director and Deputy Minister in the Foreign Affairs Ministry, UN Special Representative for Somalia, and President of the ECOWAS Commission.
29 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The National Democratic Congress says it welcomes the Supreme Court's ruling declaring Ghana's political party delegate system unconstitutional and is prepared to comply. The party's Deputy Director of IT and Elections stated the NDC has the membership data and structures needed to transition to a more inclusive electoral system and has prior experience with a similar model piloted between 2014 and 2015.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A private legal practitioner has clarified that the Supreme Court's unanimous dismissal of a constitutional challenge to the Office of the Special Prosecutor's prosecutorial powers does not invalidate any of the anti-graft body's past actions or court proceedings. The ruling affirms that the Attorney General retains exclusive authority to prosecute criminal offences, while the OSP may exercise prosecutorial powers with necessary authorisation.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Railway Development Authority has warned the public not to purchase or lease railway lands and buildings from individuals without official approval, citing reports of illegal sales and leases in the Western, Western North and Ashanti Regions. The Authority stated such transactions violate the Railways Act and other laws, and will not be recognised or regularised.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Supreme Court has declared that the delegate system used by political parties to elect presidential and parliamentary candidates violates the 1992 Constitution, directing all parties to adopt a more inclusive process allowing every eligible member to vote within one year. The 5-2 majority ruling held that restricting voting rights to delegates, executives, and party officials breaches Article 55(5) of the Constitution.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Deputy Attorney General told the High Court he has reason to doubt the medical document presented by lawyers for Hanan Abdul-Wahab, former National Food Buffer Stock Company boss, to explain his absence from trial. The Deputy AG argued the document lacked sufficient medical detail such as diagnosis or condition, and noted recent concerns including the accused's attempted arrest at the airport.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Supreme Court unanimously dismissed a constitutional challenge to the Office of the Special Prosecutor's powers, preserving the Attorney General's constitutional authority over prosecutions. Barker-Vormawor says the ruling underscores the need for constitutional reforms to grant the OSP fuller independence, though it should not be seen as a setback for anti-corruption efforts.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Kingsley Agyemang, an MP on Parliament's Health Committee, has criticised the government for failing to provide updates on major healthcare infrastructure projects in the Mid-Year Budget Review, including three regional hospitals, new hospitals at Bole and Sampa, and 10 Agenda 111 hospitals promised in the 2026 Budget.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Government has announced a state funeral for the late Ambassador James Victor Gbeho, to be held at the forecourt of Jubilee House on Friday, July 31, 2026, in recognition of his decades of service as a distinguished diplomat including roles as Ghana's Foreign Minister, UN Special Representative for Somalia, and President of the ECOWAS Commission.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An Accra High Court has granted a 10-day interim injunction restraining former Dome-Kwabenya MP Sarah Adwoa Safo from proceeding with funeral and burial arrangements for the late Apostle Professor Kwadwo Safo Kantanka, following an application by the Kristo Asafo Mission. The order temporarily halts the funeral scheduled for July 30 and 31, 2026, amid a family dispute over who has authority to oversee arrangements and implement the deceased's final wishes.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Davis Ansah Opoku, MP for Mpraeso, has welcomed the Supreme Court's affirmation of the constitutional roles of the Office of the Special Prosecutor and the Attorney-General, describing it as strengthening Ghana's governance architecture. He stressed that the OSP has a critical anti-corruption role while the Attorney-General must exercise constitutional powers responsibly, and called for public scrutiny of the AG's power of nolle prosequi as an indicator of government commitment to fighting corruption.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5–2 that the delegate system used by political parties in internal elections is unconstitutional, directing all parties to adopt inclusive processes allowing every member in good standing to vote directly for presidential and parliamentary candidates, with one year to amend their constitutions to comply.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Centre for Policy Scrutiny has called on government to boost domestic revenue collection through measures including mandatory Tax Identification Numbers for public services, VAT compliance reforms, and AI-driven customs revenue systems, while improving budget execution and fiscal transparency.
29 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
Ghana's Supreme Court has ruled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor can independently investigate and prosecute corruption offences, but the Attorney-General retains constitutional power to discontinue such prosecutions through nolle prosequi. The seven-member panel rejected a challenge to the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act 2017, which grants the agency prosecutorial authority without prior Attorney-General approval.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Faustina Elikplim Akurugu, has expressed concern over increasing encroachment on public roads and critical infrastructure in parts of the constituency during an inspection tour, describing it as a threat to ongoing development projects. The MP stressed that public roads must be preserved for the benefit of all residents and criticised poor coordination between utility providers, citing misplaced electricity poles.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Director-General of the National Development Planning Commission has outlined an implementation strategy for Ghana's Revised National Urban Policy (2026–2035), emphasizing strong institutional coordination, monitoring and accountability. The revised policy aims to make Ghana's cities and towns more liveable, resilient and productive, addressing gaps in coordination, implementation and monitoring identified from the previous 2012 National Urban Policy, which achieved about 50 per cent of its targets.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Supreme Court unanimously upheld the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017, as consistent with the 1992 Constitution, while ruling that the Attorney-General retains constitutional power to discontinue OSP prosecutions.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Supreme Court ruled 5–2 that all registered party members in good standing must be allowed to vote in internal party elections, overturning the long-standing delegate system and requiring a shift to one-member-one-vote elections for party leaders and candidates. The ruling affects presidential, parliamentary and executive primaries conducted by Ghana's major political parties.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NDC's James Agbey has urged President Mahama not to grant clemency to NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), warning that such a move could provoke grassroots backlash. Agbey dismissed recent appeals for presidential mercy as premature, arguing that Wontumi has not yet served sufficient time and the NPP remains divided on whether to accept his conviction.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Yaw Osafo-Maafo, a former NPP Senior Presidential Advisor, cautioned that the NDC government faces electoral rejection in 2028 if it fails to deliver on campaign pledges, suggesting voters will assess performance and could remove the party from power. Akyem Oda MP Alexander Akwasi Acquah cited strong turnout at NPP constituency elections as evidence of party members' commitment to reorganizing and supporting Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's comeback bid.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The New Patriotic Party has inaugurated its National Elections Committee, chaired by former Suhum MP Frederick Opare-Ansah, to oversee preparations for the party's National Conference and election of national officers.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Titus Owusu Darko, Ghana's delegate to the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, has been elected Education Minister in the New Albion Parliament. He will lead debates on education policies and government positions on education sector issues during the parliamentary simulation.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Precious Akos Agrobesa, Ghana's representative at the 13th Commonwealth Youth Parliament in Sydney, has been elected Crossbench Whip for the Green Justice Movement. She will coordinate the group's activities and help shape its position on an Artificial Intelligence and Democratic Integrity Bill ahead of parliamentary debate.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed the government's commitment to strengthening Ghana's justice sector, stating that an effective and independent judiciary is essential to safeguarding democracy and driving national development. She made the remarks at the launch of activities marking the 150th anniversary of the Judicial Service.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Member of Parliament for Oforikrom has criticized the government's 24-hour economy policy as "dead on arrival," arguing that the NDC has abandoned a key 2024 campaign promise and that a 24-hour economy cannot be created through policy alone because it is demand-driven. He questioned the government's commitment, noting there is no clear budgetary allocation to support implementation.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee warned private sector partners that Parliament has not yet approved any specific company, contract amount, or implementation schedule for the government's fiscal electronic devices project. Oppong Nkrumah said the Minority opposed Parliament approving a multi-year commitment without critical details such as total cost, duration, contractor identity, and year-by-year fiscal impact.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ranking Member Kojo Oppong Nkrumah warned that Parliament cannot approve multi-year financial commitments without disclosure of details such as total cost, duration, contractor, and yearly fiscal impact. The Minority opposed parliamentary approval for rollout of fiscal electronic devices because key information about the transaction was not provided.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament's Minority caucus rejected a request to approve a multi-year commitment for rolling out fiscal electronic devices, calling it a "blank cheque" because the government's request lacked information on project cost, timeline, contractor, and yearly financial impacts.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Friedrich Merz's standing has been damaged by a fractious cabinet reshuffle that sparked anger in his CDU/CSU bloc, as his conservative party trails the far-right AfD in polls and faces state elections in September. Only 15% of Germans are satisfied with Merz's performance, and the AfD has overtaken his party on perceived competence.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ranking Member on Parliament's Economy and Development Committee says the Minority will use the Right to Information Act and seek court orders if necessary to obtain contracts and documents on government revenue-related agreements that he says have not been disclosed to Parliament. He opposes parliamentary approval of a multi-year fiscal electronic devices commitment without details on cost, duration, contractors, and fiscal impact.
29 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's parliamentary minority has criticized the 2026 budget review, stating that government promises on job creation and economic policy are not aligned with implementation. The MP for Atiwa East noted a close to GH₵2 billion shortfall in total revenue and grants, citing weak domestic consumption and reduced VAT and excise duty collections.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Centre for Policy Scrutiny reports that Ghana's government has left GH¢30.7 billion in critical public spending unfulfilled over the past 18 months while pursuing fiscal consolidation, as lower-than-budgeted expenditure achieved deficit reduction but prevented many government agencies from completing planned capital projects.
29 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has criticised the government's introduction of a Cross-Border E-Commerce VAT system, arguing it will increase costs for digital services and online shopping while exposing Ghanaians to potential double taxation on overseas purchases.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie announced that Ghana's courts will introduce electronic filing, electronic authentication, and electronic service of court processes starting 1 October. The automation will begin with the Supreme Court in the new legal year and extend to the Court of Appeal and High Courts across the country.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) and Akonta Mining Company Limited have filed an appeal against their conviction by the Accra High Court in the Samreboi illegal mining case, challenging the entire judgment and arguing the convictions are unreasonable and unsupported by trial evidence.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Prof Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang announced that government will issue a position paper outlining its response to the Constitutional Review Committee's recommendations. The government is examining the committee's proposals and remains committed to a transparent process, with particular focus on reforms to the administration of justice.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former MP Sarah Adwoa Safo rejected her brother's claim that his meeting with ex-President Kufuor was about family reconciliation, saying it was instead to seek her support for his bid to lead the Kristo Asafo Mission. She said she had offered him assistance believing they were reconciling, but later discovered his engagement with Kufuor was about church leadership, not restoring family ties.
28 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 →
Former MP Inusah Fuseini has reaffirmed the NDC's commitment to respecting the 1992 Constitution's two-term limit for presidents, saying the party will adopt a unified position based on constitutional provisions despite some internal calls for President Mahama to seek another term.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Attorney General Dominic Ayine has called for a stronger partnership between the Attorney General's Department and the Judiciary at the Supreme Court's 150th anniversary celebration in Accra, emphasizing that both institutions share a constitutional mandate and are bound by the rule of law despite their differing roles in justice administration.
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 →
The government launched the National Urban Policy (2026–2035) and National Slum Upgrading and Prevention Strategy (2026–2035) to address flooding, housing shortages, congestion and unplanned settlements. A review of the previous urban policy, introduced in 2012, showed implementation reached only about 50 per cent of its intended outcomes, with gaps in affordable housing, urban financing, research, data systems and institutional coordination.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former President of the National House of Chiefs Togbe Afede XIV has cautioned that the absence of a constitutional limit on Supreme Court appointments could be exploited to advance political interests, and called for a critical review of the judicial appointment process to safeguard the court's independence.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaking at the Supreme Court's 150th anniversary celebration, the President of the Asogli Traditional Area said high legal representation costs remain a major obstacle preventing many people from obtaining justice, urging the legal profession to ensure access regardless of financial circumstances.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama held bilateral talks with Gabonese President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema at the Jubilee House, calling for stronger economic cooperation between the two countries focused on trade, investment, industrialisation, and private-sector partnerships. Mahama said Ghana's hosting of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat positions it to advance intra-African trade and economic integration.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dome Kwabenya MP Elikplim Akurugu toured ongoing road rehabilitation projects in her constituency and found some projects about 80 per cent complete, with drainage and gutter construction largely finished and asphalt surfacing remaining. The MP commended contractor progress but expressed concern over delays caused by utility service providers relocating electricity poles and water pipelines.
28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The IMF has approved the final review of Ghana's three-year Extended Credit Facility programme, unlocking a final disbursement of $371 million and bringing total receipts to $3 billion. Ghana will now transition to a 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument with the IMF to support ongoing economic reforms without providing new financing.
28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The New Patriotic Party Italy Branch has elected Prince Boadu Boateng as Branch Secretary unopposed at a Delegates Conference in Modena, with 108 of 128 registered voters participating. Mr Boateng pledged to focus on reconciliation, reorganisation, restructuring, international relations and financial sustainability to strengthen the branch.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Kofi Bentil, Vice President of IMANI Africa, has criticised the Accra Metropolitan Assembly's order for residents and traders to cease activities and participate in a clean-up exercise on August 1, 2026, calling the approach "absurd" and arguing that sanitation officials are shifting their responsibilities to the public.
28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
MP Patrick Yaw Boamah criticised the government's economic management, arguing that increased revenue must translate into improved conditions for citizens, including timely payment of public sector workers like doctors, nurses and teachers, and questioned why the government has not reported on its campaign promise to create 800,000 jobs.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sagnarigu MP Atta Issah has argued that budget performance should be judged by its impact on citizens' lives and macroeconomic indicators rather than political rhetoric. He cited improvements including inflation within 8%, bank lending rates down to 15.6%, and a 32.8% increase in private sector credit as evidence the economy is strengthening.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Sagnarigu MP Atta Issah defended Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson against Minority claims of insufficient revenue mobilisation, citing 2025 budget figures showing a shortfall of GH¢3.46 billion against a budgeted GH¢229.95 billion, and comparing this favourably to NPP-era shortfalls of GH¢3.71 billion (2017), GH¢2.59 billion (2018), and GH¢4.34 billion (2019).
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An EOCO investigator testified in the NSB trial that the GH¢49.1 million at issue came from a state account belonging to the agency, rejecting defence counsel's assertion that the Coordinator's Account-NSC was not a public account. The witness stated the account was opened on instructions of the National Security Coordinator for operational activities of the Bureau of National Communications, the NSB's predecessor.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Pan-African Parliament adopted a resolution challenging African governments to honour the Abuja Declaration of 2001, which requires allocating at least 15% of annual national budgets to health. The Parliament warned that weak funding continues to expose the continent to public health threats and called on member states to establish contingency funds and strengthen legal frameworks for health emergency response.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Environment Minister Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng has called for an end to short-term, politically branded development programmes in favour of long-term national policies that transcend successive governments, arguing that Ghana's inability to sustain initiatives beyond electoral cycles has contributed to slow socio-economic progress despite its human and natural resources.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Five Members of Parliament have reintroduced the Anti-Witchcraft Accusations Bill to criminalise witchcraft accusations, outlaw witchfinders and witch doctors, and strengthen legal protections for victims of such allegations. The bill was previously passed by the Eighth Parliament in July 2023 but failed to become law after former President Akufo-Addo declined to grant presidential assent.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Nii Odoi Yemoh has called on Ghanaians to remember the Battle of Katamanso (also known as the Battle of Dodowa), fought on August 7, 1826, which brought together the Asante Empire against a coalition of coastal states including the Ga-Adangbe, Fante, Akuapem, Denkyira, Wassa, Ningo, Krobo, and Ada, transforming the political landscape of the then Gold Coast and influencing the course of Ghana's history.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, was a special guest at this year's Maulud celebration in Prang, Bono East Region, an Islamic event marking the birthday of Prophet Mohammed that has been held for five decades and attracts Muslims across the country.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Pan-African Parliament has called on African Union member states to adopt continental health frameworks into national law to strengthen pandemic preparedness and response, citing gaps in health systems and legal structures exposed by HIV, Ebola, COVID-19, mpox, Marburg and cholera outbreaks.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Workers of the Volta Aluminium Company have opposed privatisation plans to sell a 70 percent equity stake to Arch Holdings Consortium, warning that the sale would undermine strategic industrial interests, threaten jobs, and reverse recent operational gains made by the state-owned company.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Institute for Economic Research and Public Policy has called on the government to fully disclose the accumulated liabilities of State-Owned Enterprises and the Bank of Ghana's capital position, saying the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review presents an incomplete picture of the country's fiscal health. The think tank noted that while the budget review acknowledges SOEs have accumulated liabilities equivalent to about three percent of GDP annually over the past decade and that a GH¢5 billion bond was issued in March to recapitalize the Bank of Ghana, it fails to disclose the total liabilities in cedi terms.
28 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Executive Director of the African Centre for Parliamentary Affairs has called on Members of Parliament to rely on verifiable data and evidence in their arguments to reduce partisanship and improve the quality of parliamentary deliberations.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's government has announced a GH¢5,500 support package for Ghanaian evacuees returning from South Africa, comprising a GH¢5,000 reintegration grant, GH¢500 travel allowance, relief items, and NHIS registration. The two-phase evacuation exercise is expected to bring home nearly 2,000 Ghanaians, with the first phase having brought 926 returnees and the second phase expected to facilitate the return of about 1,000 more.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Sekondi MP Andrew Egyapa Mercer has argued that the Akufo-Addo administration laid the foundation for Ghana's successful completion of the IMF Extended Credit Facility programme, while acknowledging the current Finance Minister's role in guiding the final phase to completion. He attributes Ghana's earlier recovery efforts to government reforms that restored growth and reduced inflation, though pandemic responses and subsequent global shocks including the Russia-Ukraine war pushed inflation to 54.1 per cent in 2022 and necessitated a US$3 billion IMF programme.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Sekondi MP Andrew Egyapa Mercer has defended the Akufo-Addo administration's economic record, arguing it took critical decisions that helped Ghana navigate one of its most challenging periods. He highlighted improvements in economic growth, inflation management, and investor confidence by 2019, and said the decision to seek a US$3 billion IMF programme was necessary given domestic fiscal challenges and external shocks.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, argues that the government is misrepresenting Ghana's economic turnaround by claiming it results solely from the current administration's management, when the IMF attributes it to a combination of programme implementation, debt restructuring, fiscal consolidation, structural reforms, and favourable external conditions.
28 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
KPMG Ghana has advised the government to implement new tax reforms announced in the Mid-Year Budget—including removal of 20% excise duty on locally produced beverages and electronic devices for tax tracking—through a phased approach with clear technical standards and transition arrangements to ensure business readiness.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union (ICU)-Ghana has strongly opposed the proposed sale of a majority stake in VALCO, describing it as a threat to Ghana's strategic national interests and job security. The union staged a peaceful protest in Tema and submitted a petition to the President through the Tema Metropolitan Assembly, arguing that VALCO has made significant operational gains that make the proposed transaction unjustifiable.
28 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
The New Patriotic Party has indefinitely postponed its Ablekuma West Constituency executive elections following petitions challenging the credibility of the electoral register, with hearings revealing significant irregularities including the removal of the constituency secretary's name.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Asantehene has destooled Nana Kwabena Nsia Ababio, the Kenyase II Manhene, who had reigned for 89 years since 1937. The destoolment was linked to violations of Asante customs and traditions, and nearly all his kingmakers were also destooled for violating their oath of office.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
At a Tijjania Islamic faith celebration in the Bono East Region, Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak advised Ghanaians not to allow partisan politics, religion, or tradition to divide the nation, emphasizing that peace and treating one another as siblings is essential for national development.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Ken Kuranchie denied that his Supreme Court case aims to secure a third term for President John Mahama, stating instead that it seeks clarity on the interpretation of Ghana's 1992 Constitution regarding consecutive presidential terms and eligibility after serving one term.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Ken Kuranchie says the 1992 Constitution contains a "genuine ambiguity" on presidential term limits and has brought a Supreme Court action seeking clarification of whether a president can return for another term after leaving office following one term, arguing that eligibility resets when a person leaves office.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), serving a 20-year sentence for illegal mining in Samreboi Forest, has apologized to President John Mahama and First Lady Lordina Mahama for remarks made during the 2024 election campaign, and is appealing for presidential clemency.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The United States has donated $4 million in military equipment including protective gear, radar systems and training materials to the Ghana Armed Forces to enhance defence and surveillance capabilities. The donation is intended to support both the Ghana Army and Navy in responding to security challenges and addressing transnational threats.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Upper West Regional Minister has called on MMDA staff to demonstrate discipline and regular attendance to improve government service delivery, expressing concern that absenteeism deprives citizens of essential services.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Development Planning Commission has held a three-day workshop in Accra bringing together government representatives, civil society, and development partners to identify gaps in Ghana's Human Capital Index and propose solutions to strengthen skills, health, and education outcomes. Officials stressed the strategy's focus on youth unemployment and developing industry-relevant skills.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Ken Agyei Kuranchie says his Supreme Court case on presidential term limits aims to resolve an ambiguity in Ghana's 1992 Constitution about whether a president who leaves office after one term can serve again, rather than to secure a third term for President John Mahama.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Speaker of Parliament on Monday launched the National Integrity Awards Scheme to celebrate ethical leadership and restore public trust in governance. He said Ghana must be a nation where honesty is celebrated, ethical leadership is valued, and integrity is the foundation of public life.
28 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of the Interior has inaugurated a new Audit Committee to strengthen accountability, safeguard public funds and enhance corporate governance. The Interior Minister said the committee would ensure sound financial management, transparency and compliance with public financial management regulations.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The IMF has described Ghana's performance under its Economic Credit Facility programme as broadly satisfactory, noting that sustained reform efforts and favourable commodity prices have delivered macroeconomic stabilisation and debt sustainability gains, with inflation falling sharply, international reserves rebuilt beyond targets, and the primary fiscal balance swinging to a surplus.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Eric Adjei, CEO of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, argued that the NPP will struggle to develop a compelling campaign message for the 2028 elections due to the government's economic performance, citing inflation that reached 50 per cent under former Vice President Bawumia's tenure as head of the Economic Management Team. He contended that the NDC has stronger appeal among voters and youth.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme has defended the Finance Minister's economic leadership, dismissing the NPP's claim that the government is not spending to stimulate the economy as propaganda and asserting that the government maintains fiscal discipline while honouring statutory obligations and making strategic investments.
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 →
Ghana's Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has earned his doctoral degree and called on Ghanaians to embrace lifelong learning, describing education as a continuous journey that strengthens leadership and service to society. President John Mahama attended the graduation ceremony and praised Debrah's achievement as a reminder that learning is a lifelong pursuit.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has completed his doctoral studies at the University of Ghana, Legon, and credited his family, academic mentors, President John Mahama, colleagues, and Kwahu traditional leaders for supporting him through his academic journey.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Judicial Service of Ghana has suspended court sittings in the Greater Accra Region on July 28 and July 31, 2026, to allow judges and magistrates to participate in the climax of the Supreme Court's 150th anniversary celebrations and a thanksgiving service.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, Eric Adjei, said the opposition NPP's "the future is pregnant" slogan does not scare the governing NDC, insisting the John Dramani Mahama administration remains committed to delivering on its promises through integrity and accountability.
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 →
Germany's interior minister announced a security overhaul after a vehicle attack near Berlin's Pride celebration killed a Polish woman in her 60s on Saturday. The suspected driver, 21-year-old Abdul Ballout, had been convicted in May for preparing a serious act of violence but was released under juvenile law and supervision at the time of the attack; the interior minister said applying juvenile criminal law to adult security threats is "unacceptable" and promised new measures including ankle bracelets and preventative detention powers.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation Secretariat says a forensic audit found former Executive Secretary Dennis Edward Aboagye and the former Accountant responsible for financial irregularities, including unauthorised payments and failure to disclose bank accounts. The audit report has been submitted to the Economic and Organised Crime Office.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Manhyia South MP Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah says the New Patriotic Party ordered a change in legal representation for Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi), with Samuel Atta Akyea replacing Andy Appiah-Kubi. The MP characterized the move as a party-led decision to manage Wontumi's legal affairs, which involve investigations and court appearances related to allegations of illegal mining and financial dealings.
27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa said the government is offering consular assistance to Asante Akyem North MP Kwame Ohene Frimpong, who remains detained in the Netherlands on alleged money laundering and romance scam charges. The mission in The Hague is coordinating with Dutch authorities, the MP's family, and legal representatives to ensure his rights are protected.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama is pushing Parliament to pass the Public Officers' Code of Conduct Bill, which aims to establish ethical standards and consequences for breaches. The government argues that a comprehensive code is essential to combat corruption and promote ethical leadership, citing estimates that Ghana loses about GH¢3 billion annually to corruption.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's courts often impose onerous bail conditions requiring sureties with landed property, effectively denying bail to poor accused persons despite constitutional presumption of innocence. The article argues bail should ensure court appearance rather than punish poverty, and proposes electronic tracking bracelets as an alternative to property-based conditions.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An opinion piece commends the exchanges between Ashanti Regional Minister Dr. Frank Amoakohene and NPP's Paul Yandoh for demonstrating that political rivalry can coexist with personal respect and humour, citing Yandoh's witty television style and Amoakohene's mature responses to criticism rather than personal attacks.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Attorney General's Office has identified about 30 cases under the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) initiative for prosecution, with between five and 10 already at advanced stages before the courts. Deputy AG Dr Justice Srem-Sai said another batch of cases would be filed before the start of the new legal year in October.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has called for Ghana to actively celebrate individuals demonstrating integrity rather than only condemning corruption, arguing that building a corruption-free society requires promoting honesty, accountability and ethical behaviour. Speaking at the launch of Parliament's National Integrity Awards Scheme, he said the country must create a culture where honest and ethical conduct are publicly recognised and held up as role models.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has called on Ghanaians to stop celebrating wealth without questioning its origins, saying the nation must place greater value on integrity and ethical conduct instead of admiring material success without considering whether it was obtained honestly. Speaking at the launch of Parliament's National Integrity Awards Scheme, he urged a shift towards recognising honesty, accountability and lawful conduct as core national values.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin cautioned Ghanaian parents against sending their children abroad at a young age for education, arguing the practice weakens family bonds, diminishes patriotism, and erodes children's connection to their country. He contended that children raised abroad from infancy may become detached from families and homeland, missing out on Ghanaian family values and communal traditions.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, has questioned the credibility of Ghana's reported 5% inflation rate, citing rising food prices including tomatoes selling at GH¢10 in Accra as evidence that ordinary Ghanaians continue to face significant cost-of-living pressures despite official economic indicators.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, argues that Ghana's economy cannot be described as healthy if it continues borrowing to finance recurrent expenditure such as public sector salaries and the Free Senior High School programme, saying the government's actions contradict its claims of economic recovery.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has urged Ghanaians to embrace integrity through honest lives free from corruption, describing true integrity as retiring from public service with only legitimate earnings accumulated during one's career. He noted that while an honest public officer may retire without unexplained wealth, corruption impoverishes an entire nation.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea has become lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) in the Tano Nimiri Forest Reserve illegal mining case, following the voluntary withdrawal of his former lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi. The trial resumes at the Accra High Court on July 31, 2026.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has warned that vote-buying undermines democratic institutions and leaves voters worse off, stressing at the National Integrity Awards Scheme launch that integrity must remain the foundation of leadership even at personal or political cost.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Industrial and Commercial Workers' Union has petitioned President Mahama to halt the planned sale of Volta Aluminium Company, citing credible information that GIADEC intends to transfer a 70 per cent equity stake to Arch Holdings Consortium. The union warns of nationwide action if the government proceeds, describing VALCO as a strategic national asset that must be protected.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie said Ghana's Judiciary's credibility depends on public confidence and that courts command respect only when citizens believe judges and judicial institutions operate with integrity. He stressed that trust is the foundation of institutional authority, noting that people obey court orders because they believe justice has been fairly administered, not because judges have physical enforcement power.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP bigwigs, including former National Chairman Freddie Blay and several MPs, attended court proceedings for plea negotiations in the case of Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Wontumi, involving allegations of fraudulent acquisition of a GH₵14 million facility from Ghana's EXIM Bank that has grown to GH₵30 million with accrued interest.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Education Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has praised ex-President John Agyekum Kufuor for strategically transforming selected senior high schools, including Kumasi Anglican SHS, with state-of-the-art infrastructure and educational tools to bridge the educational gap between urban and rural areas.
27 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The government, through Minister of State for Government Communications Felix Kwakye Ofosu, dismissed social media claims about a viral video of President Mahama, stating his remarks were taken out of context. Ofosu said the President was discussing the release of GH¢150 million for post-flood mitigation efforts and urged the public to disregard what he called misleading interpretations.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A poll by GlobalInfo Analytics released July 27 shows National Chairman Johnson Asiedu Nketia and Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Baah Forson each at 31 per cent as the preferred choice to lead the NDC into the 2028 general elections, with Education Minister Haruna Iddrisu at 15 per cent and Vice President Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang at 9 per cent.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An analysis argues that Ghana's 2,090 km land borders cannot be realistically patrolled by conventional means and must embrace drone technology for security, citing documented use of kamikaze drones by jihadist groups including JNIM and Islamic State affiliates across the Sahel and increasingly near Ghana's borders with Togo, Ivory Coast, and Benin.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A GlobalInfo Analytics poll found that 42 per cent of Ghanaian voters disagree with the government's decision to extradite Fredrick Kumi ("Abu Trica") to the USA before completion of his appeal process, while 29 per cent agreed and 29 per cent had no opinion. The High Court in Accra had approved Abu Trica's extradition to face trial over an alleged romance fraud scheme involving approximately US$8 million.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
During Parliament debate on the 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga attacked Deputy Minority Chief Whip Habib Iddrisu for stating that market women would have attacked Finance Minister Dr Ato Forson if he visited markets. Ayariga described Iddrisu's comments as "irresponsible" and "reprehensible," saying such remarks had no place in the country's law-making chamber.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Twenty-nine members of the Ejisu Municipal Assembly have given MCE Jerryne Asante one week to resign or face a vote of no confidence, citing financial mismanagement, abuse of power, and poor administrative leadership. The move follows unaddressed directives from the Assembly's Public Relations and Complaints Committee issued in April.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Chronicle editorial says while Ghana's macroeconomic indicators are improving—GDP growth at 6.4%, inflation at 5.3%—youth unemployment remains disturbingly high at over 30% for ages 15–24, with approximately 1.34 million young people neither in education, employment nor training, and the government must ensure recovery reaches ordinary Ghanaians.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
A GlobalInfo Analytics survey released on July 27 found that 60 per cent of voters believe Ghana is moving in the right direction, while 72 per cent approve of President Mahama's administration's performance. The poll also rated government policies, with the No-Academic-Fee policy scoring highest at 6.1 out of 10 and the 24-Hour Economy lowest at 4.2 out of 10.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A GlobalInfo Analytics poll released on July 27 found that 63 per cent of Ghanaian voters approve of the establishment of regional tribunals, while 19 per cent oppose and 17 per cent are undecided. Support for the tribunals cuts across political party lines, with the highest backing among NDC supporters at 82 per cent.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Institute for Economic Research and Public Policy has raised concerns over significant gaps in the government's 2026 Mid-Year Budget Review, saying that while key economic indicators have improved, the review failed to explain important issues behind those gains and lacks updates on flagship programmes including the 24-hour economy initiative, which received an allocation of GH¢110 million in the 2026 budget.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor cautioned MPs against making offensive or misleading comments during parliamentary proceedings, citing violations of Standing Orders and rules that could lead to disorderliness. The caution followed comments by First Deputy Minority Whip Habib Iddrisu about market traders' reactions to the Finance Minister's mid-year budget statement.
27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's 2026 Mid-Year Fiscal Policy Review documents money spent and some outputs—such as 24,000 pieces of medical equipment and 1,840 tractors—but does not account for promised education infrastructure including textbooks, kindergartens, and school desks, despite Parliament approving a detailed budget that included these items.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Faiza Seidu Wuni, wife of former National Food Buffer Stock Company CEO Hanan Abdul-Wahab Aludiba, has filed an application with the High Court seeking permission to travel to the United Kingdom for their son's medical treatment while standing trial on criminal charges. The prosecution has raised concerns about the timing of the application, filed weeks after her husband made a similar request, while the defence argues it is solely for medical purposes.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama paid tribute to late President Atta Mills at a wreath-laying ceremony marking the 14th anniversary of his death, pledging to uphold the values of integrity, humility and compassionate leadership that defined Mills' administration and urging Ghanaians to emulate his selfless service and dedication to national unity.
27 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
A Global InfoAnalytics survey found that 65 per cent of Ghanaian voters back President John Dramani Mahama's decision not to seek a third term, while 27 per cent disagree and 8 per cent have no opinion. When asked separately about calls by others for a third-term bid, 50 per cent of voters disagreed while 40 per cent supported such efforts.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The IMF Executive Board is expected to approve Ghana's sixth and final Extended Credit Facility review, unlocking a final disbursement of about US$318 million, and to greenlight a 36-month Policy Coordination Instrument to guide economic reforms after the bailout programme concludes. The PCI, a non-financing arrangement, will offer closer policy engagement with the IMF and signal Ghana's commitment to reforms.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Development Planning Commission is preparing a Ghana Consolidated National Development Plan by merging four existing development frameworks (the 40-Year Development Plan, Ghana Beyond Aid, Ghana@100, and Vision 2057) into a single plan to be legislated by Parliament as guidance for economic transformation. Commission Chair Dr Nii Moi Thompson cited Ghana's entrapment in lower middle-income status since 2010 and risk of stagnation without parliamentary legislative action on the consolidated framework.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Congress of Paramount Chiefs and Queens of Ho West District has commended Volta Regional Minister James Gunu for his inclusive and participatory leadership style, saying it has fostered unity and collaboration among regional stakeholders and urged residents to support his development agenda.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President Mahama assured the University of Ghana that the University of Ghana Medical Centre will be transferred from the Ministry of Health to the University, following a committee's submission of its report. He said the next step is the presentation of a transition roadmap for execution, and pledged the government's commitment to the centre serving as a hub for teaching, research, specialist training, and healthcare delivery.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court in Dambai has adjourned a case challenging the outcome of the NPP Krachi East Constituency Organiser election to October 9, 2026. The dispute arose after an initial results declaration was followed by a recount that declared Jacob Addo the winner, prompting protests and a court challenge by plaintiff Justice Mensah.
27 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations on Migration in Ghana (CCMG) has called on the government to decentralise migration governance by empowering metropolitan, municipal and district assemblies to manage migration-related issues within their jurisdictions, arguing that migration activities play out largely at the local level rather than nationally.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Deputy Attorney-General has dismissed Dennis Miracles Aboagye's claim that EOCO did not question him about GH¢55 million, insisting Aboagye is "completely wrong" and "very much aware" of why he was arrested and detained.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
NPP activist P.K. Sarpong has criticised Deputy Attorney-General Justice Srem Sai for making inaccurate public comments about the interrogation of Dennis Miracles Aboagye by EOCO, arguing that high office-holders must communicate with accuracy and truth on matters of justice. Sarpong contends that Aboagye stated he was never questioned about an alleged GH¢55 million and that a purported press statement on the matter was unsigned and not officially issued.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has dismissed claims that the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) initiative is no longer active, stating the team continues to pursue cases and recover public resources. He cited the prosecution of NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), whose case concluded within two months, as evidence of ORAL's effectiveness.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has dismissed claims that the criminal case against former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene is complex, saying the prosecution's case is simple and based on clear evidence. He alleges public funds meant for defence equipment were transferred to a private account and used for personal acquisitions including houses and high-end cars.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has alleged a deliberate public and media campaign to misrepresent the criminal prosecution of former NSB Director-General Kwabena Adu-Boahene, insisting the case is straightforward. Adu-Boahene and his wife were charged in 2025 with corruption offences involving GHS49 million, accused of diverting public funds earmarked for defence equipment purchases into a private account.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has maintained that Parliament cannot transfer the Attorney-General's constitutionally mandated prosecutorial powers to the Office of the Special Prosecutor through ordinary legislation, arguing that only the person to whom the Constitution grants authority can delegate it.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai argues that Ghana cannot establish an independent prosecutorial authority or give the Office of the Special Prosecutor independent prosecutorial powers without amending Article 88 of the 1992 Constitution, which vests prosecutorial authority in the Attorney-General.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai defended the High Court's ruling that the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, as ordinary legislation, cannot alter constitutional powers vested in the Attorney-General under Article 88 of the 1992 Constitution. He stated that only formal constitutional amendment procedures can change constitutional provisions, not ordinary parliamentary acts.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Attorney-General Dr Justice Srem-Sai has stated that the Office of the Special Prosecutor was established through ordinary legislation under Article 106 of the 1992 Constitution, not a constitutional amendment, and that the OSP Act cannot alter the constitutional powers of the Attorney-General or create an independent prosecutorial authority outside the Constitution's framework.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang called for stronger city-to-city partnerships across Africa to promote sustainable economic development, trade, and innovation, speaking at the 70th anniversary celebration of Sister Cities International in Washington, DC. She said Ghana is committed to decentralisation and leveraging its role as host of the African Continental Free Trade Area Secretariat to support collaboration among African cities.
26 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Elsie Appau-Klu, Technical Advisor to Ghana Revenue Authority's Commissioner-General, has received an 'Excellence in Public Policy and Governance' award at the 16th African Achievers Awards held at the House of Lords in London on July 22, 2026, in recognition of her contributions to public policy and leadership.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lawyer Martin Kpebu says NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) may wait until October for a hearing on his bail pending appeal, due to the courts' annual vacation before the new legal year. Wontumi's legal team plans to appeal his 20-year sentence for illegal mining after his conviction.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
COPEC's executive secretary Duncan Amoah has renewed calls for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to account for decisions during his tenure, arguing that public confidence in governance requires holding former officials accountable regardless of political affiliation. Amoah suggested unresolved issues from Ofori-Atta's time could pose a political challenge for the NPP ahead of the 2028 election, as Ofori-Atta faces corruption-related charges while remaining in the United States.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A deputy constituency youth organiser aspirant was assaulted by unidentified men during NDC branch executive elections in Assin Central Constituency, sustaining a fractured neck, eye injury, and suspected spinal injuries. The violence followed a disagreement over alleged electoral irregularities in the women's organiser election, where 25 ballots were counted despite only 17 delegates being announced as present.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Private legal practitioner Andy Appiah-Kubi, formerly Wontumi's lawyer, claims the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP had prior knowledge of his conviction in the Samreboi illegal mining case before judgment was delivered, and that Wontumi had told him he would be sentenced to 20 years. Appiah-Kubi disagrees with the conviction, arguing the court wrongly treated Chairman Wontumi and Akonta Mining as one entity, and says this will form the basis of the appeal.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The High Court in Dambai adjourned to October 9, 2026, a case challenging the outcome of the NPP Krachi East Constituency Organiser election filed by Justice Mensah. The court directed defendants Jacob Addo, the Electoral Commission, and the NPP to file affidavits in opposition, with the dispute arising from disagreement over the organiser position after an initial declaration was followed by a recount that declared Addo the winner.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
An Accra Circuit Court issued a bench warrant for Kweku Osei Korankye Asiedu, a marketer and NPP communicator, after he failed to appear to answer charges of threatening death and publishing false news against EOCO staff. He is alleged to have threatened to kill EOCO officers in a video and falsely claimed there was a Presidency order preventing food being brought to a detainee.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang engaged with Ghanaians in Potomac, Maryland, acknowledging their role in the national economy. She highlighted the government's efforts to stabilise macroeconomic conditions, citing improved economic growth, eased inflation, and currency stability.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
President John Dramani Mahama led Ghanaians in marking the 14th anniversary of the passing of President Professor John Evans Atta Mills, laying wreaths at his tomb at Asomdwe Park in Accra. Mahama said the greatest tribute to the late President was commitment to his principles including integrity in public life, democratic respect, tolerance of differing views, and compassion for the vulnerable.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The National Democratic Congress has reaffirmed that government appointees who fail to resign from their positions will not be eligible to contest the party's upcoming executive elections. The party says the directive will be strictly enforced and that eligibility will be verified during nomination, filing and vetting.
26 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ministry of Roads and Highways has begun construction of the Gomoa Akotsi–Kwanyarko road in the Central Region, following more than 15 armed robbery incidents on the route between 2025 and early 2026. Local MPs and chiefs expect the project to improve security, transportation, and economic access to farming communities.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Interior Minister has announced that the government will offer police recruitment opportunities to families who lost relatives in a police shooting at Sefwi Sayerano in the Western North Region, and pledged to construct a police station in the community. The shooting on July 7 killed three people when armed police opened fire during an operation to arrest a suspected drug dealer.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Deputy Ranking Member of Parliament's Finance Committee Dr Gideon Boako argued that Ghana's improving macroeconomic indicators will mean little unless they translate into jobs, warning that a growing economy with unemployed youth risks deepening public frustration and widening inequality. He said the ultimate test of economic recovery is whether it improves ordinary Ghanaians' lives through employment, higher incomes and expanded opportunities, not headline growth figures alone.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Dr Gideon Boako, Deputy Ranking Member on Parliament's Finance Committee, questions whether Ghana's economic recovery is translating into improved living conditions, noting that while economic indicators show improvement, social realities—rising youth unemployment, pressure on household incomes, high cost of living—tell a different story.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Tano North MP Dr Gideon Boako rejects Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson's claim that Ghana's recent economic gains result solely from superior economic management, arguing the recovery has largely been driven by the IMF-supported programme and reforms from the previous administration. Boako contends the government deserves credit for maintaining inherited policies, but economic improvements stem from multiple causes—including fiscal consolidation, expenditure rationalisation, and monetary policy tightening—not just current government policies.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Kwadwo Appiagyei Atua argues that responsibility for difficulties in securing the return of former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta should extend beyond the Office of the Special Prosecutor to include the Attorney-General's Office and Ghana's security agencies. He also contends that Ofori-Atta did not leave Ghana unlawfully, as he had received permission to travel for medical reasons.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Former Tamale Central MP Inusah Fuseini argues that a U.S. immigration judge had no legal authority to make conclusive pronouncements on former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta's criminal case in Ghana. Fuseini contends the judge's mandate was limited to determining immigration status, not ruling on criminal allegations pending before Ghanaian courts.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, has urged authorities to allow former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta to return to Ghana voluntarily rather than pursuing extradition, arguing that complex extradition proceedings should not be used to compel his return.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi), said the 20-year prison sentence for illegal mining will be appealed, arguing the punishment is excessively harsh and that using Wontumi as a "sacrificial lamb" for deterrence cannot justify such a lengthy term.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Wontumi) says the defence will file an appeal against his conviction next week and immediately seek bail pending appeal, expressing hope the Court of Appeal will grant bail while considering the case.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), argues that comments attributed to the Attorney-General suggest the trial judge should have upheld the defence's no-case submission, contending the prosecution failed to present sufficiently strong evidence against his client.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), disputes the High Court's findings in his client's illegal mining conviction, arguing the prosecution failed to prove Wontumi sanctioned illegal mining and that the court wrongly interpreted earth-moving equipment on the concession as evidence of mining rather than land reclamation.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
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 →
Former MP Inusah Fuseini has dismissed claims that Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) is a political prisoner, saying he is instead a common convict serving time for breaching the country's laws rather than for his political beliefs.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Professor Kwadwo Appiagyei Atua, a law professor at the University of Ghana, has rejected claims that NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Wontumi) is a political prisoner following his 20-year conviction for illegal mining. According to Appiagyei Atua, the trial was fairly conducted and based on evidence presented, and the concept of political prisoner does not apply to individuals convicted of criminal offences.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead defense counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi Boasiako, has cautioned against an "ambulance justice system" in handling high-profile criminal cases, insisting that justice must not be hurried to satisfy political interests or timelines, though neither should it be unnecessarily delayed.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, counsel for NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Wontumi), says the Court of Appeal must review the trial judge's interpretation of mining assignment law after Wontumi's conviction for illegal mining on the Samreboi concession and sentence of 20 years imprisonment plus a fine of 10,000 penalty units (GH¢120,000).
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, has cautioned against political influence in judicial administration, arguing that the justice system must remain independent and that prosecutions should not be fast-tracked to meet political agendas or government timelines.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Parliament is expected to adjourn sine die on July 31, the Leader of Government Business stated. The proposed Saturday sitting on July 25 has been cancelled.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Gbese District Court has ordered the extradition of Daniel Yusif, alleged co-conspirator of internet fraudster Abu Trica, to the United States to stand trial over an alleged $8 million wire fraud and romance scam. Yusif has 15 days to challenge the extradition order before the process is finalised.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Samuel Atta Akyea, lead counsel for NPP Ashanti Regional Chairman Bernard Antwi-Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi), has criticised what he describes as "indecent haste" in prosecuting politically exposed persons, arguing that his client's illegal mining case was handled at an unusually fast pace compared to ordinary criminal and civil cases in Ghana's courts.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang told members of the Ghanaian community in Potomac, Maryland that the government is making steady progress stabilising the economy and urged Ghanaians abroad to continue supporting development. She stated that economic growth has exceeded expectations, inflation has eased, and the cedi has stabilised.
25 July 2026 · Joy Online →