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A miner working illegally, upset with the current government’s efforts to combat illegal mining, has promised to rally his community not to vote for the NPP in the December 7, 2024 general elections. This response came after a military task force decided to set fire to the excavator he utilized …

The Electoral Commission (EC) has assured that they provide ballot statistics to the Candidates / Political Parties and all Printing Houses before the printing of ballot papers starts. The commission noted that this has been the practice over the years and hence will not deviate from it. The commission said …

Accra, Ghana – Former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, is reportedly receiving medical care after suffering a major stroke over the weekend. The sudden health scare has sent shockwaves through the nation, as the renowned statesman has been a prominent figure in Ghana’s political and financial sectors for years. In a …

The Black Stars’ pursuit of a first win in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers was thwarted once again as they were held to a frustrating 0-0 draw by Sudan at the Accra Sports Stadium on Thursday, October 10. Ghana, despite a spirited performance, failed to convert several second-half …

Ex-President John Agyekum Kufuor has commented on the violent confrontations between the Ghana Police Service and demonstrators against illegal mining, adding his opinion to a controversial issue that has captured the country’s attention. The former president expressed his opinions in an interview on Angel FM, discussing the reported chaotic incidents …

The Ghana Coalition Against Galamsey has declared “Red Band” protest starting from today October 10, 2024, aimed at raising national awareness about the severe environmental degradation caused by illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. This protest will serve as a powerful, peaceful demonstration, urging authorities to take swift and meaningful …

Black Stars head coach, Otto Addo has announced Mohammed Kudus will lead the team for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Sudan. Ghana will welcome Sudan to the Accra Sports Stadium on Thursday, October 10, for the third match of the qualifying series. The choice was made …

Organised Labour has suspended its much-anticipated nationwide strike slated for Thursday, October 10, 2024. The choice was approved at an urgent meeting on Wednesday, October 9, 2024, where union leaders evaluated the circumstances and decided to cancel the strike. The decision was made after the government assured to address illegal …

Gideon Boako, spokesperson for Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has denounced illegal mining activities in Ghana’s water bodies, calling them “inherently evil.” His remarks reflect growing national outrage over the environmental devastation caused by galamsey (illegal mining), which continues to threaten the country’s water resources and public health. In a …

The Chief of Drobonso in the Sekyere Afram Plains District promptly sent Nana Kwame Bediako, also known as Cheddar, away when he attempted to conduct a political campaign without seeking permission from the palace. He cautioned Cheddar that in Drobonso, you can’t simply appear and organize events without coordinating with …