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By-election looms in Ayawaso East as MP Mahama Naser Toure dies after a short illness

774  The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, Mahama Naser Toure, has passed away at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital after a period of illness. A fourth-term MP, Toure held several key roles in Parliament, including Vice Chairman of the Energy Committee, and membership on the Roads and Transport Committee, House Committee, and the Private Members’ […]

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Prof. Opoku-Agyemang tells student leaders to uphold integrity in managing finances

490    Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has urged student leaders to prioritise integrity, particularly in the management of student dues and the discharge of their responsibilities. Speaking at the 2026 Pentecost Students and Associates–Ghana (PENSA–Ghana) Conference, she stressed that leadership roles on campus play a critical part in shaping students into future national […]

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Sammy Gyamfi: 3% withholding tax crashed small-scale gold output, FX inflows in 2021

502  Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has disclosed that a 3% withholding tax introduced in 2021 under the Akufo-Addo administration led to a dramatic collapse in small-scale gold production and foreign exchange inflows. Speaking on News File on Joy FM on Saturday, January 3, 2026, Sammy Gyamfi said small-scale […]

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Brogya Genfi Commends Ashanti NDC Youth Wing; Charges Members to Remain Resolute Ahead of 2028

526  The Deputy Minister for Defence, Mr. Ernest Brogya Genfi, has officially extended his profound gratitude to the Ashanti Regional Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), citing their unwavering commitment as the bedrock of the party’s growing vibrancy and electoral success in the region. Speaking at a high-level consultative meeting in Kumasi with […]

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GES confirms 2025/2026 academic calendar for SHS, introduces off-campus learning for transition schools

691  The Ghana Education Service (GES) has confirmed that the 2025/2026 academic calendar for Senior High Schools (SHSs) and Senior High Technical Schools (SHTSs) remains unchanged, while making provisions for off-campus learning for students in selected transition schools. In a statement issued on January 2, 2026, and signed by management of the Service, GES said […]

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Ken Agyapong calls for peace and unity ahead of NPP primaries

605  New Patriotic Party flagbearer hopeful, Kennedy Ohene Agyapong, has called for peace, unity, and prayers ahead of the party’s primaries scheduled for January 31, 2026. Addressing worshippers at the Ken’s National Praise 2026 event on Friday, January 2, Mr Agyapong stressed that the gathering was strictly a thanksgiving service and not a political activity. […]

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Two dead, 21 injured as bus carrying Second Chance Church members crashes

582  Two people have died while 21 others have sustained injuries following an accident on the Assin Fosu–Kumasi highway on the night of January 1, 2025. According to reports, the incident occurred around 9 p.m. when a bus, branded with Methodist Wesley Church signage and carrying members of the Believers Worship Centre (Second Chance), was […]

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Ahafo Ano South West DCE Wishes All Happy New Year

528  The District Chief Executive of Ahafo Ano South West District, Hon. Abubakar Sedik, has extended warm New Year greetings to the people of the district, emphasizing the importance of unity and collaboration in achieving a brighter future. In his message, Hon. Sedik highlighted the significance of working together to overcome challenges and achieve common […]