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Deputy Presidential Spokesperson Hajia Shamima Muslim has defended the new policy that local languages be used as a medium of instruction for early-grade pupils, describing it as a well-established and evidence-based educational practice. Speaking on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana monitored by Lovinghananews.com, she explained that research supports the use of the mother tongue, or L1, to teach young learners. “Research has shown that if you are able to use the language a child understands in the early grade to explain simple concepts, they are more grounded in the learning and the concepts,” she said. Responding to critics who question…

Policy think tank IMANI Africa has raised serious concerns about Rektron Group’s proposed $1 billion investment in AirtelTigo (AT Ghana), describing the Canadian company’s financial capacity as “alarmingly thin” and “inadequate for a strategic rescue.” In its detailed governance and economic analysis, IMANI revealed that Rektron, a commodities trading firm, reported $2.5 billion in revenue in 2024 but only $30.5 million in gross profit, translating to a razor-thin 1.2% margin. Its equity base stood at $120.9 million, far below AT Ghana’s liabilities of GHS 2.71 billion (approximately US$225 million). “Rektron’s promise of $1 billion was not backed by its own…

IMANI Africa has expressed concern about Ghana’s approach to managing strategic partnerships in its telecommunications sector, describing the country’s long struggle to rescue AirtelTigo (AT Ghana) as a “cautionary tale” of speculative deals and weak oversight. According to IMANI’s latest governance analysis, the revolving door of “strategic partners”, from Hannam Investments through Rektron Group to Telecel Ghana, exposes deeper problems in how the state evaluates and engages investors in vital national infrastructure. “For nearly a decade, AirtelTigo has been the problem child of Ghana’s telecommunications sector,” IMANI observed. “Once heralded as a competitive alternative to MTN, the company has instead…

The Government plans to borrow GH¢75.7 billion from the domestic market between October and December 2025, as part of efforts to meet its public sector financing needs and refinance maturing debts. According to the latest issuance calendar released by the Bank of Ghana, about GH¢67.5 billion of the amount will go toward rollover maturities, while the remaining GH¢8.2 billion represents fresh issuance to support government expenditure and fiscal operations for the fourth quarter. The Central Bank says the borrowing will be executed through the regular issuance of 91-day, 182-day, and 364-day Treasury bills, alongside possible reopenings of existing bonds under…

The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of the Obuasi Municipal Assembly, Honourable Faustilove Appiah Kannin, has announced that the Awurade Basa Basic School is set to undergo a major facelift to provide a more conducive learning environment for pupils and staff. The renovation forms part of the Assembly’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure across the municipality. It will also include the completion of a stalled six-unit classroom block at the New Nsuta Basic School, as well as repair works on the perimeter walls of the New Nsuta Cluster of Schools to enhance security for both pupils and teachers. During a working…

Securing 53.66% of the votes against Issa Tchiroma, who obtained 35.19%. With this victory, Paul Biya extends his decades-long rule and will continue to lead Cameroon for another 7 years. This means he will be presidenttt for 50 years and as well as the longest rulling president in the world Source:Lovinghananews.com

She says SHE IS NOT GOING BACK TO HER HUSBAND and she needed a roof over her head.This is her new home , a place where no one will practice Kungfu skills on her . Wait some of you thought she was broke ? Congratulations Regina Daniels , you are a QUEEN . Actress, Regina Daniels shows off her new house in Lagos🔥🔥🔥🔥 Regina said In my house I am a Queen!!! I needed a roof over my head so I got this for me and my family. pic.twitter.com/ShYEGf15pp — Big Love (@bigHotbaby1) October 26, 2025 Source:Lovinghananews.com

The Bank of Ghana has increased the biennial licence renewal fee for all licensed foreign exchange bureaux across the country from GH¢800 to GH¢2,000, representing a 150 percent increase. According to the central bank, the upward review forms part of ongoing regulatory reforms aimed at strengthening oversight and ensuring the long-term sustainability of operations within the foreign exchange sector. The central bank, in a statement dated October 24 said the revised fee takes immediate effect and applies to all licensed operators. The Bank reminded all foreign exchange bureaux to renew their licences no later than two months before expiry, in…

A member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Legal Team, Nii Kpakpo Samoa Addo, has defended the Attorney-General’s decision to publicly explain ongoing prosecutions, saying there is nothing unlawful or unprecedented about the move. Speaking on GBC’s Current Agenda, Mr. Samoa Addo said criticisms of the Attorney-General’s public statements on cases currently before court, including those involving Chairman Wontumi and others, were misplaced. He argued that under Ghana’s legal framework, the Attorney-General has both the constitutional right and responsibility to inform the public about his actions, provided that due process is followed. “This is not the first time an Attorney-General…

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, together with Hon Dr Stephen Amoah, Hon Michael Okyere Baafi, and Hon Sammi Awuku, will represent Ghana at the upcoming Democracy Union of Africa (DUA) and International Democracy Union (IDU) conference, scheduled to take place from 26th to 30th October 2025. The international forum will bring together political leaders, campaign strategists, and democracy advocates from across Africa, Europe, and beyond to explore key issues surrounding campaign management, governance, and the future of democratic leadership on the continent. Former President Akufo-Addo is expected to deliver the keynote address and will also be honoured for his…