Author: SAMUEL
Member of Parliament for Walewale, Mahama Tia Abdul-Kabiru, has cast doubt on the government’s ability to deliver its proposed Accra–Kumasi Expressway, arguing that current revenue constraints make the project unrealistic. Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Friday, 14 November 2025, the MP said the administration’s fiscal position does not support a multi-billion-cedi highway of this scale, despite the project’s strong public appeal. According to him, the government has already struggled to meet its revenue targets, even after introducing additional taxes last year, raising questions about how it intends to fund a new expressway without new revenue measures. “We’re not running…
The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has handed over 230 water pumps seized from illegal mining sites to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture for irrigation purposes. According to the ministry, the initiative aims not only to combat illegal mining but also to support agriculture. Speaking during the presentation of the water pumps to the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah Kofi Buah, assured the Agriculture Ministry of working with all stakeholders to address the impact illegal mining is having on crop production. “We are pleased to present 230 water pumps…
General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Wengam, has highlighted the remarkable growth and global impact of the Assemblies of God Worldwide. Speaking at the launch of the 2026 World Assemblies of God Congress on Friday, November 14, he noted that the church continues to expand its presence and influence across continents. According to him, the Assemblies of God has become a leading force in global evangelism and community development, with its membership and missionary activities experiencing significant growth in recent years. “I am glad to mention that the World Assemblies of God is the fastest growing…
Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak has assured the public that the recruitment of personnel into the various services under the Interior Ministry will be conducted in a fair and transparent manner. Addressing the press on Friday, November 14, the Minister sought to allay fears that undue influence or “protocol” could override the recruitment process to the disadvantage of genuinely qualified candidates. He also dismissed claims suggesting that recruits had already been pre-selected, insisting that such rumours were false and intended to mislead the public. The Minister urged the public to report anyone claiming they can facilitate recruitment through…
Interior Minister, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak has announced a full digitisation of the recruitment process for the Prisons, Immigration, Police and Fire Service. This follows Thursday’s Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) deadly stampede at the El-Wak Stadium in Accra. Speaking to journalists on Friday, November 14, the Minister said the new system will eliminate manual queues and replace them with a fully online application platform to prevent future tragedies. “Our hope is to have a seamless process. Everything will be moved from paper to paperless. You can start the process and finish with your mobile phone from the comfort of your home…
Two people have been killed and another left in critical condition following a violent clash between rival gangs at Mpaasaaso Number 2 in the Ahafo Ano South West District of the Ashanti Region. The incident, which occurred around 3:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 14, was reportedly between rival groups from Mpaasaaso Number 1 and Mpaasaaso Number 2. Speaking to Citi News, the youth leader of the community, Kwadwo Asare, recounted that a similar confrontation occurred two years ago at Baniekrom, where three people were shot dead. He alleged that one of the deceased, identified only as Commander One, had been…
The Minister for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has announced a postponement of the nationwide security services recruitment exercise, shifting the start date from Saturday, November 15, to Monday, November 17. The decision, communicated on Friday, November 14, during a press conference, comes in the wake of the tragic incident at the El Wak Sports Stadium during the military recruitment process. According to the Minister, the exercise for the Police, Immigration and Prisons Service will now resume on Monday, with an updated schedule to be published in the national newspapers, on official social media platforms, and through the appropriate ministries…
The Ho Magistrate Court 1 has remanded all 77 accused persons arrested in connection with the November 5 disturbances at the Ehi Police Station, after they were charged with causing unlawful damage, causing harm, and rioting with weapons. During proceedings, Joan Akorfa Osei Esq., counsel for the first 39 accused, argued that her clients are presumed innocent until proven guilty or until they choose to admit otherwise. She described the prosecution’s claim that the accused were captured on video committing the alleged acts as unfounded, insisting that the arrests appeared more like a class action, with several uninvolved individuals swept…
A violent clash has occurred in Mpasaaso Number 2 in the Ahafo Ano South West District of the Ashanti Region, leaving two suspected thugs dead and another person severely injured. While residents claimed they had no idea what triggered the deaths, they reported waking up to see the three men on the street, with two already dead. Speaking on the Ghanakoma morning show on Akoma 87.9FM in Kumasi with Sir John on Friday, November 14, 2025, the Youth Leader of Mpasaaso Number 2, Kojo Asare, said the deceased had been engaging in violent activities in the area. “We received a…
Japan opened their 2025 Kirin Cup campaign with a confident 2–0 victory over Ghana, handing the newly assembled Black Stars a difficult start to the tournament. In a match where Ghana head coach Otto Addo introduced several fresh faces, the more experienced Japanese side showed composure and quality to secure all three points. With many key players absent, Addo handed debuts to two players and entrusted Antoine Semenyo with the captain’s armband for the first time. Despite the youthful energy in the Ghanaian lineup, Japan quickly asserted themselves. Takumi Minamino opened the scoring with a brilliant finish after capitalizing on…