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NEWS

Security is everyone’s responsibility, let’s protect Ghana’s peace – Mahama

President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening the military amid limited resources, citing rising security threats and the need for national cooperation

OSP applauds Mahama for halting bill to scrap anti-graft office

The Office of the Special Prosecutor has praised President John Mahama for stopping a bill that sought to abolish the anti-corruption agency and transfer its powers to the Attorney-General.

OSP confiscates high-value assets in GH¢291m NPA corruption case

The Office of the Special Prosecutor has confirmed the seizure of assets including fuel stations, lands, properties and cash linked to the prosecution of former NPA boss Dr Mustapha Abdul-Hamid

Muntaka reiterates govt’s commitment to sanitising recruitment into the security services

Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak has reaffirmed government’s commitment to clean and transparent recruitment into the security services, warning against middlemen, bribery and recruitment fraud

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SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORMS

POLITICS

Bawumia clinches NPP flagbearer slot with over 56% of votes

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has won the NPP flagbearer contest with 56.48% of votes, emerging as the party’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections.

NPP bans mobile phones at polling centres ahead of flagbearer primary

The New Patriotic Party has banned mobile phones at polling centres ahead of its flagbearer primaries, warning delegates of arrest and disqualification for violations

NPP decides 2028 Flagbearer in nationwide vote

The NPP is holding nationwide primary to elect its flagbearer for the 2028 general elections, with over 211,000 delegates voting across Ghana and abroad

NPP releases list of voting centres ahead of Saturday’s presidential primary

The NPP has released an updated list of voting centres for its January 31, 2026 presidential primary to ensure a smooth, transparent, and well-coordinated internal election process

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BUSINESS

10 African countries with highest Chinese loans in the last 24 years

Chinese loan pledges to Africa fell to $2.1 billion in 2024, marking a sharp decline from previous years, as many countries now repay more to China than they borrow.

Ghana Advances 24-Hour Economy Agenda with Strategic GIPC–CAETP MoU

GIPC has signed an MoU with the China–Africa Economic and Trade Promotion Council to launch the China–Ghana Economic and Cooperation Project Programme, aimed at deepening investor engagement and accelerating bankable projects under Ghana’s 24H+ agenda

Ghana cedi best-performing currency in Africa for 2025 – IMF

The Ghana cedi emerged as Africa’s best-performing currency in 2025, appreciating over 40% against the US dollar, according to IMF data, driven by Bank of Ghana policies and IMF-backed reforms

Ghana unleashes powerful AI customs tool to plug US$127bn revenue leakages

Ghana is rolling out a powerful AI-driven customs inspection system from February 1 to block US$127 billion revenue leakages, boost efficiency and strengthen national security

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ENTERTAINMENT

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Daddy Lumba died intestate – Probate Registry search reveals

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The Accra High Court has confirmed that no will belonging to late highlife icon Daddy Lumba is lodged with its Probate and Administration Division, paving the way for intestate succession

FEATURES/OPINIONS

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Lom Nuku Writes: What the US$1.47bn Energy Debt Payment Really Means...

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Energy analyst Lom Nuku Ahlijah explains why clearing gas and IPP arrears is a critical contract credibility reset for Ghana’s energy sector and investor confidence.

LIFESTYLE

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Fun activities with your family to keep everyone fit

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Discover simple and practical ways to keep your family active and prevent childhood obesity through daily exercise, healthy habits, and fun physical activities for children

INTERNATIONAL

Mandela’s prison key, sunglasses and shirt can be sold after daughter wins court battle

A South African court has dismissed an appeal by the country’s heritage agency to block the sale and export of Nelson Mandela’s personal artefacts, ruling they do not qualify as protected heritage items

Hundreds of Minnesota businesses close to protest ICE presence

Hundreds of businesses shut down and thousands protested in freezing temperatures across Minnesota against ongoing ICE operations, as critics warn of widespread detentions and economic fallout

Driver killed in second deadly Spain train crash in days

A train driver has died and at least 37 people were injured after a commuter train crashed near Barcelona amid severe storms, prompting the suspension of rail services across Catalonia.

Trump doubles down on Greenland ahead of Davos visit, saying there is ‘no going back

US President Donald Trump has doubled down on threats to take control of Greenland ahead of his Davos visit, sparking strong reactions from European leaders and renewed tensions over NATO, tariffs and global order