Donald Trump has announced a three-day ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, after both countries accused each other of violating separate ceasefires declared by each side to cover the celebrations of the Soviet Union’s victory over Nazi Germany. “This ceasefire will include a suspension of all kinetic activity, and also a prison swap of 1,000 prisoners from each country,” the US…
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Oppong Nkrumah named chair of NPP policy committee amid party reorganisation
Former Information Minister Kojo Oppong Nkrumah has been appointed Chairman of the Policy Committee of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP). This is part of a major restructuring exercise aimed at repositioning the party after the 2024 general elections. The appointment was announced in a statement issued by the party’s General Secretary, Justin Kodua Frimpong, following a meeting of the…
2025/26 Ghana Premier League: Week 32 Match Preview – Berekum Chelsea vs. Dreams FC – Ghana Latest Football News, Live Scores, Results
Berekum Chelsea will be desperate to boost their survival hopes with a fourth consecutive home win when they host Dreams FC at the Golden City Park on Sunday, May 10, 2026. ‘The Bibires’ sit in the danger zone, and only a win on Sunday can ease their relegation fears. They will be confident of securing all three points after beating…
EOCO Hunts Esther Osaah Boateng, Mercy Korang, Rita Ewura Abena Appiah in Financial Loss Scandal
Eoco Declares Three Ghanaian Women Wanted Over Alleged Financial Loss To The State The Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) has issued wanted notices for three women in connection with investigations into alleged financial loss to the state. The individuals—Esther Osaah Boateng, Mercy Korang and Rita Ewura Abena Appiah—are being sought as part of ongoing probes into suspected financial misconduct.…
GRIDCo appoints Frank Asirifi Otchere as Chief Executive, confirms two deputy executives
The Board of the Ghana Grid Company Limited (GRIDCo) has announced the appointment of Ing. Frank Asirifi Otchere as the company’s new Chief Executive. The appointment was contained in a circular issued on May 8, 2026, and signed by the Board Chairlady, Kuukua Maurice Ankrah. According to the circular, Ing. Samuel Nkansah has also been confirmed as Deputy Chief Executive…
Isaac Adongo defends BOG Governor, says Ghana “in safe hands”
The Ranking Member on Parliament’s Finance Committee and the member of parliament for Bolgotanga Constituency , Isaac Adongo, has defended the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Johnson Asiama, describing him as the right person to manage the country’s central bank. According to Mr. Adongo, Ghana would have faced a difficult situation if the National Democratic Congress (NDC) had…
I’m not moved by criticisms – Benjamin Asare unfazed as he embraces Black Stars number one role
Benjamin Asare says he remains focused on improving his game and refuses to be distracted by public opinion as he continues to establish himself as Ghana’s first-choice goalkeeper. Source link
Hostel operators charging “exorbitant” fees amid deplorable conditions — Hamza
A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) national communications team, Hamza Suhuyini, has criticised hostel owners for charging high prices while allegedly failing to maintain basic sanitation standards. His comments come amid ongoing operations by the Rent Control Department under the Ministry of Works and Housing, which has been clamping down on hostels and facilities charging unapproved rates. The…
Real Madrid's Federico Valverde, Aurélien Tchouaméni fined €500K each after fight
Real Madrid have imposed fines of euro;500,000 ($589,000) each on Federico Valverde and Aur eacute;lien Tchouam eacute;ni following their explosive bust-up at the training ground on Thursday. The two got into a fight at the end of a training session and the alteraction led to Valverde being taken to the hospital with a cut on his forehead. Source link
Deliver on industry promises – Fred Amugi challenges NFA leaders
Veteran Ghanaian actor, Fred Amugi, has called on the current crop of leaders at the National Film Authority (NFA) to fulfil the promises they made while criticising the previous administration. Speaking during an interview on MX24 TV, the respected actor said industry stakeholders are closely watching the performance of NFA executives, James Gardiner and Kafui Danku, who had earlier expressed…
