Author: SAMUEL

Former NPP General Secretary John Boadu has hinted at recruiting Shatta Wale to help the party connect with Ghana’s youth ahead of the 2028 elections. Speaking on JoyNews, Boadu said Shatta Wale’s huge influence among young people could help spread the party’s message beyond traditional rallies. “If possible, why not? You can get other people out as well,” he noted, adding that the focus should be on meeting the youth where they are rather than forcing them into political spaces. He emphasized that the NPP must do more to engage young voters meaningfully, not just through campaign songs but by…

Blames “Corrupt System” for El-Wak Recruitment Tragedy Outspoken politician Kennedy Agyapong has criticized Ghana’s military recruitment process following the El-Wak Stadium tragedy that claimed several lives. According to him, the recruitment exercise is a “complete sham,” claiming that those chosen had already been selected through favoritism and political ties. “The young men who died lost their lives for nothing,” he said, adding that authorities only open applications to deceive jobless youth into thinking the process is fair.

Parliament has approved the Ghana Scholarships Authority Bill, 2025, clearing the way for the creation of the Ghana Scholarships Authority to oversee the administration and award of government scholarships in a transparent and equitable manner. The government noted that, in the absence of a legislative framework, the current Scholarships Secretariat has operated largely on conventions and management decisions, some of which have led to legal disputes. It further highlighted that the proliferation of public institutions awarding scholarships independently, without coordination with the Secretariat, has undermined the efficiency and effectiveness of the scholarship system. The passage of the Ghana Scholarships Authority…

His journey from a promising youth talent to one of the country’s most lethal forwards is a story of talent, resilience, and determination forged through hardship. Osimhen was born in Lagos, specifically the Olusosun neighborhood and the youngest of seven children. He lost his mother at a very young age, and shortly after, his father lost his job, plunging the family into deeper financial difficulty. At one point, the family squeezed into a single room to survive. Despite these challenges, Osimhen’s determination never wavered. As a child, Osimhen sold sachet water in traffic, worked as a bus conductor, carried goods…

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Minister for Finance, has said that the government is taking concrete steps to support women-owned and women-led businesses through renewed investment in the Women’s Development Bank. According to him, the initiative reflects the government’s commitment to empowering women entrepreneurs and strengthening gender-inclusive economic growth. The Women’s Development Bank was one of the key policy promises of the government while in opposition. The bank aims to provide an all-women-operated financial institution dedicated to addressing the unique needs of women and women-led enterprises. Upon assuming office, the government faced criticism for delays in establishing the bank. Earlier…

The government has unveiled detailed plans for the construction of the Accra–Kumasi Expressway, a flagship project under the Big Push Infrastructure Programme, describing it as Ghana’s first modern six-lane, bi-directional Class A expressway that will serve as the backbone of national connectivity and trade. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament, on Thursday, November 13, Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson said the 198.7-kilometre expressway will link Accra to Kumasi through the Greater Accra, Eastern, and Ashanti Regions, reducing the current travel distance by over 50 kilometres — from 250 kilometres to 198.7 kilometres. The expressway is…

Government has announced that the 2026 Budget will allocate GH¢110 million to support the implementation of Ghana’s 24-Hour Economy programme, a flagship initiative aimed at boosting productivity, exports, and job creation across the country. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, the Finance Minister emphasised that the government is shifting from stabilisation to acceleration, turning economic confidence into tangible investments that improve daily life, including better roads, stronger schools and hospitals, reliable power, more jobs, and targeted support for vulnerable groups. “The allocation of GH¢110 million in 2026 for the implementation of the 24-Hour Economy programme will be leveraged…

This historic project marks Ghana’s first true expressway, a modern high-speed corridor linking Accra and Kumasi. Stretching almost 200 kilometres from the coast to the forest belt, the expressway will transform travel and trade, cut journey times significantly, and boost growth across the southern regions. The route runs southeast to northwest through the Greater Accra, Eastern, and Ashanti regions, touching key towns like Adeiso, Asamankese, Akim Oda, Ofoase, and Kwaso. In total, the highway covers 198.7 kilometres, including 23 kilometres of urban connecting sections in Accra and Kumasi built to a 4-lane standard at 60 kilometres per hour, and a…

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced that the government has allocated GH¢150 million to support the Ghana National Football team, the Black Stars, in their preparations and participation in the World Cup. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement to Parliament on Thursday, November 13, Dr. Forson said the funding forms part of the government’s broader commitment to promoting sports development and national pride. “An amount of GH¢150 million has been allocated for the Black Stars to participate in the World Cup,” he announced. He added that the allocation will cover logistical arrangements, training camps, and other operational costs associated…

Government has announced plans to complete ten of the Agenda 111 hospital projects in 2026, signalling a renewed commitment to modernising the nation’s healthcare infrastructure. The Agenda 111 initiative, launched under the previous administration, aimed to build 111 hospitals across the country to bridge infrastructure gaps in the health sector. However, progress on the projects has been inconsistent, with many sites abandoned or far behind schedule. Presenting the 2026 Budget Statement and Economic Policy to Parliament, on Thursday, November 13, Dr. Ato Forson highlighted that the move reflects the government’s determination not only to construct new health facilities but also…