Adom Kaseibo

The revised Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141) officially takes effect today, Wednesday, July 16, 2025. The new levy structure announced by the government and implemented by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) follows a previous postponement intended to allow for an assessment of global market conditions and to safeguard recent gains in domestic fuel prices

Member of Parliament for Zebilla, Ebenezer Ndebilla, is calling on the Minister of Defence and the National Security Coordinator to urgently withdraw the current military deployment in Bawku. He cites what he describes as a calculated attempt to harm the Overlord of the Kusaug Traditional Area

Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has voiced concern over being sidelined by the New Patriotic Party (NPP). He noted that despite his retirement from active politics due to age, he remains a committed party member and is still capable of contributing to key decisions. Kufuor expressed disappointment that the party no longer keeps him informed on important matters.

More than 6,000 eligible voters are expected to cast their ballots today, Friday, July 11, 2025, in a high-stakes parliamentary rerun across 19 polling stations in the Ablekuma North Constituency

John Ntim Fordjour, MP for Assin South, has criticised the government for the prolonged breakdown of security scanners at Kotoka International Airport and other key entry points, calling it unacceptable.

President John Mahama has inaugurated a nine-member transitional committee to oversee the formal handover of the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) to the University of Ghana (UG). This marks a key step in advancing medical education, clinical research, and specialized healthcare in the country

Government will begin settling debts owed to road contractors this month. Announcing the decision during a meeting with members of the Council of State at the Presidency, President John Dramani Mahama explained that these payments would enable contractors to return to their sites and resume work on stalled projects

An armed robbery attack on the Yeji-Kumasi Highway has left one person dead, while others lost their belongings during the incident. The attack occurred at Domeabra, a suburb of Yeji in the Pru East District of the Bono East Region

Small Arms Commission is actively conducting educational outreach programs in schools to address the issue of student firearm possession. This initiative aim to raise awareness among students, school staff, and the broader community about the dangers of illegal firearms, the legal consequences of gun possession, and the importance of reporting suspicious activities

Ghana GoldBod Taskforce conducted a major crackdown on illegal gold trading in Asankragua, Western Region, arresting ten Chinese nationals suspected of gold smuggling. Authorities seized 1.3 kilograms of gold worth about 1.4 million cedis, along with 1.3 million cedis in cash and casino cards, indicating possible ties to organized crime and money laundering in Ghana’s gold sector.

Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama, as part of this year’s Republic Day celebrations, hosted a luncheon in honor of the country’s senior citizens to appreciate their contributions to national development. According to the President, his government aims to enhance and uphold the dignity of older persons for the nation’s benefit

Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) has issued a stern warning to individuals and businesses involved in buying and selling gold without a valid GoldBod license. According to GoldBod Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi, anyone found operating outside the new licensing framework will face imprisonment ranging from a minimum of five years up to ten years, as stipulated under the Ghana Gold Board Act, 2025 (Act 1140).

Seidu Mubarak, the National Democratic Congress Member of Parliament for Sunyani East, has stated that the rot Maxwell Kofi Jumah left at GIHOC is unpardonable and calls for his immediate arrest. Former Managing Director of GIHOC Distilleries, Maxwell Kofi Jumah, was detained by national security operatives at his Kumasi residence on June 29

National Concerned Small Scale Miners Association of Ghana has called on the government to fulfil its commitment to introducing technological reforms and capacity-building programmes aimed at curbing illegal mining, popularly known as “galamsey.” Association expressed deep concern over what it described as targeted harassment of licensed miners by state security operatives since the National Democratic Congress (NDC) assumed office

Minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu dismissed suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Torkornoo’s claim that Adu Lodge was chosen to intimidate her, stating it is a secure and appropriate state facility used at the committee’s request. He assured that the venue meets all constitutional requirements and is not meant to intimidate or compromise the hearing’s integrity

University of Ghana Health Services Directorate has issued a health alert to the university community following a resurgence of COVID-19 cases on and around campus. In a statement released on June 23, 2025, the directorate confirmed that several suspected and confirmed cases have been reported within the university’s immediate environment

Management of Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) has announced plans to resume full operations by October this year. According to the Acting Managing Director, the refinery’s return to full capacity is expected to significantly reduce Ghana’s dependence on imported refined petroleum products, strengthening the local energy sector and boosting economic resilience

Dr. Bryan Acheampong, MP for Abetifi, has announced his intention to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP) into the 2028 elections. Speaking at the NPP Constituency Chairmen Caucus Conference in Kumasi, he emphasized his commitment, stating, “I’m not here to test the waters. I’m here for power.” His declaration was warmly received by grassroots party leaders, as he urged unity and discipline within the party ahead of the upcoming elections.

Mamponteng District Police Command has arrested the proprietor of Big Six Educational Complex, Afoakwa Sarpong, over allegations that he prevented two students from writing some papers in the 2025 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE)

West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has warned of possible cancellations of some papers from the recently concluded Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). According to the Council, this is due to alleged malpractice incidents reported at certain examination centers across the country