Godfred Dame Demands Apology from Felix Kwakye Ofosu Over Alleged Defamatory Claims
Former Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has formally demanded a retraction and apology from the Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, over what he describes as “false, malicious and defamatory” statements made against him.
Iran–US Tensions Push Fertilizer Prices Higher, Threatening Agriculture and Food Security in Ghana
Rising geopolitical tensions between Iran and the United States are beginning to ripple through global commodity markets, with fertilizer prices emerging as a critical pressure point for agriculture in Africa, particularly Ghana. Disruptions in energy and shipping routes in the Middle East are tightening supply chains for essential farm inputs, raising concerns about production costs and food security in 2026.
Sammy Gyamfi, the National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress and CEO of GoldBod Ghana, marked his 37th birthday in a uniquely charitable way by donating essential items to vulnerable groups in Accra. His gesture touched both education and healthcare sectors, highlighting his commitment to social responsibility and community development.
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President John Mahama has attributed Ghana’s ability to withstand global energy shocks, including the ongoing Middle East conflict, to the country’s strategic shift from liquid fuels to increased consumption of natural gas.
Special Prosecutor Warns Political Interference Threatens OSP Independence
The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has cautioned that political interference continues to undermine the work of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), describing the anti-corruption body as a frequent target for actors seeking to weaken its mandate.
Ghana Armed Forces Honours Outgoing Forces Sergeant Major After 30 Years of Service
The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has held a Farewell Parade and Pulling-Out Ceremony in honour of its outgoing Forces Sergeant Major (FSM), Chief Warrant Officer Daniel Addo, at Burma Camp in Accra, marking the end of his 30 years of dedicated military service.
PAC Ranking Member Calls for Prosecution Over Alleged GH¢4.8 Million Defence Contract Fraud
The Ranking Member of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Samuel Atta-Mills, has called for the prosecution of a former procurement director at the Ministry of Defence, Frank Oliver Kpodo, over an alleged GH¢4.8 million fraud linked to a vehicle supply contract.
Government Declares April 3 and April 6 as Public Holidays for Easter Celebrations
The Government of Ghana has declared Friday, April 3, and Monday, April 6, 2026, as statutory public holidays in observance of this year’s Easter celebrations.
The National Petroleum Authority has stepped up its nationwide safety campaign in the Eastern Region, focusing on the dangers of fuel siphoning, ensuring petroleum product quality, and promoting the use of the 10-litre standard measuring can as a tool for consumer protection.
Tensions flared in Ghana’s Parliament last week as Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin launched a sharp critique of Grace Ayensu-Danquah during deliberations on the Governance Advisory Council Bill 2025.
