Author: SAMUEL

Bogoso Prestea Mine The Divisional Chief of Prestea Himan, Nana Nteboa Pra V, has praised Heath Goldfields the operators of Bogoso Prestea Mine for its progress and voiced optimism for the mine’s revival. He encouraged parties contesting the lease transfer to resolve their claims through the legal system and allow the company to focus on development. Echoing this sentiment, Managing Director Heath Goldfields Patrick Appiah-Mensah emphasized that Heath Goldfields is committed to a long-term presence, distinguishing it from previous operators. At a community mining consultative meeting, Managing Director, Patrick Appiah-Mensah outlined a five-year, $205 million Phase One Strategy for Heath…

In furtherance of efforts to strengthen the historic relations which has existed between Ghana and Saudi Arabia since 1960 for mutual benefit, a General Cooperation Agreement was signed on Monday, 20th October, 2025 by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Honourable Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) and the Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, His Excellency Eng. Waleed El-Khereiji to serve as framework to guide the relations. Prior to the consultations, the Vice Minister and his delegation paid a courtesy call on the President of the Republic of Ghana, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama. The Honourable Minister…

A coalition of Ghanaian business associations has vehemently condemned Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s (PURC) push for new electricity tariff hikes, labelling the current pricing system as “anti-business, anti-growth, and fundamentally flawed.” The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana (FABAG), joined by the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) and the Ghana Plastic Manufacturers Association, expressed “outrage” over the continuous tariff engagements, arguing that the soaring cost of power is not only unsustainable but actively encourages criminality. FABAG Executive Chairman, Rev. John Awuni, noted that the current regime “punishes honest businesses and users in general and rewards inefficiency.” “When electricity becomes…

Ghana’s Ambassador to China, H.E. Kojo Bonsu, has been lauded for putting up an impressive organizational effort during President John Dramani Mahama’s state visit to China. Barely three weeks into his tenure, Ambassador Bonsu, along with his embassy team and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, led by Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, ensured the success of the high-profile visit. The visit, which included a Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality, an official meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, and the Ghana Investment Forum, was a testament to the strong bilateral relations between Ghana and China.…

The Ghanaian community in the Russian Federation, led by its President, Mr. Ebenezer Wepari, along with executives and a delegation of members, paid a s courtesy call on Ghana’s newly appointed Ambassador to Russia, His Excellency Dr. Koma Steem Jehu-Appiah. The visit served as a formal congratulation to Ambassador Jehu-Appiah on his appointment and a heartfelt welcome to a nation he intimately knows. President Wepari, speaking on behalf of the entire Ghanaian diaspora in Russia, expressed profound gratitude for the Ambassador’s acceptance of such a crucial role. He particularly highlighted Ambassador Jehu-Appiah’s unique connection to the Russian Federation, noting that…

   File Photo Specialised Courts will soon be established to deal with the illegal mining (galamsey) menace and other environment-related crimes. President John Dramani Mahama made the announcement at the end of a meeting with the Acting Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie, Attorney General and Minister for Justice Dr Dominic Ayine and the Auditor General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu on October 20. The meeting recommended that the specialised courts would hold adjudications across the country. According to a statement issued by the Minister for Government Communications and Spokesperson to the President, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, the special courts will also be tasked with…

       President Mahama in a discussion with the stakeholders. President John Dramani Mahama has ordered the Ministry of Transport to facilitate the extension of the railway line from Tema Port to the Dawa Industrial Enclave in the Greater Accra Region. He says while awaiting the completion of the Mpakadan Inland Port on the Volta Lake, the Tema Port – Dawa Industrial Enclave Railway line project should be executed and operationalised to facilitate the transportation of cargo from the Port to the Dawa Industrial Enclave. The route, he said, when completed, will also facilitate the transportation of workers from…

The Greater Accra Regional Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Anthony Nukpenu, has suprised many Ghanaians after urgeing residents of Botwe to take initiative in addressing their own community challenges instead of relying solely on government intervention. During an interview on Asempa FM’s Ekosii Sen monitored by Lovinghananews.com, host OB read a message from some Botwe residents pleading for their Member of Parliament and the government to fix their deteriorating roads. Nukpenu, who was in the studio at the time, was quick to respond with what many have described as a blunt retort. “When people live in a community…

The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has clarified that the delay in finalising the extradition process for former Finance Minister Kenneth Ofori-Atta is not due to conflict or negligence but rather the need to complete ongoing investigations thoroughly. Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, in a detailed social media post, stressed that “there is no bad blood between the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and the Attorney-General (AG), nor is there any contention over the case docket.” According to him, the OSP is nearing completion of its work on certain cases involving Mr. Ofori-Atta and intends to transmit the necessary…

Entertainment analyst and PRO of King Promise, Tilly Akua Nipaa believes Shatta Wale’s ability to remain at the center of public attention is no accident, it’s strategy. Speaking on Joy Prime with Asieduwaa Akumia monitored by Lovinghananews.com, Tilly noted that while many artists rely on structured promotion, Shatta Wale thrives on authenticity, controversy, and consistency. “He has been himself from day one,” she said. “He hasn’t changed his personality just to please anyone.” According to her, Shatta Wale’s fans have come to embrace his unfiltered nature. In an industry filled with polished façades, his refusal to conform has made him…