Author: Constance Awunor
FIFA High-Performance Specialist Faisal Chibsah has expressed confidence that newly appointed Black Stars head coach Carlos Queiroz will restore discipline and structure to the national team, which he believes had been lacking under the previous management. The Ghana Football Association parted ways with Otto Addo following a string of four consecutive defeats in international friendlies, just months before the World Cup. Queiroz, the experienced Portuguese tactician, has since been appointed on a four-month contract to lead the team through the tournament. Queiroz brings a wealth of international experience, having previously worked as assistant to Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United…
An Accra High Court has ruled that the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) does not have independent constitutional authority to prosecute criminal cases, directing that all matters initiated by the anti-corruption body be referred to the Attorney-General’s Department. The ruling, delivered on Wednesday, has thrown ongoing OSP prosecutions into uncertainty, effectively placing several cases in abeyance pending further legal clarification. Presiding judge, Justice John Eugene Nyadu Nyante, held that while the OSP is mandated to investigate corruption and corruption-related offences, it does not possess the constitutional power to independently initiate prosecutions. The court grounded its decision in Article 88…
The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has issued a strong warning to district offices of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), cautioning that continued poor performance and weak customer service could lead to a major organisational shake-up. Speaking to journalists on Tuesday, April 14, the Minister expressed concern over what he described as unacceptable delays in responding to power outage complaints in some parts of the country. He noted that while ECG continues to make efforts in electricity distribution, several district offices are failing to meet expected standards of responsiveness. According to him, reports reaching his office…
A stab-proof vest worn by Stormzy during his historic Glastonbury headline performance has gone on display as part of a groundbreaking exhibition celebrating 125 years of Black British music. The exhibition, The Music Is Black: A British Story, marks the opening showcase at V&A East, launching this weekend in London. Designed by Banksy and emblazoned with the Union Jack, Stormzy’s vest is positioned as a powerful symbol of how music intersects with identity, social justice, and contemporary issues such as street violence and inequality. Curated by Jacqueline Springer, the exhibition explores how genres including jazz, reggae, and blues rooted in…
Tensions flared in Walewale on Tuesday as a group of aggrieved youth stormed the Municipal Assembly premises and barricaded the office of the Municipal Coordinating Director. The incident forced the Director, Justice Bayon, to flee the premises after receiving prior intelligence about the planned protest. The demonstrators, numbering dozens, arrived early in the morning chanting slogans and demanding immediate action over what they described as longstanding grievances. Their presence created panic among staff and visitors, disrupting normal operations. Upon entering the premises, the group allegedly forced access to parts of the office and locked up the Coordinating Director’s office, effectively…
The government’s flagship 24-hour economy market initiative is set to commence in the Western North Region within the next two weeks, following the arrival of contractors to begin work. According to the Regional Minister, Wilbert Petty Brentum, contractors who successfully bid for the project have been issued offer letters after completing a thorough evaluation process. He confirmed that all preparatory steps have been finalised and contractors are ready to move to site. The initiative will involve the construction of modern market facilities across all nine districts in the region, with the goal of enhancing local commerce and generating employment opportunities.…
John Dramani Mahama is set to officially launch the government’s flagship Free Primary Healthcare Programme today, marking a significant step toward achieving universal health coverage in Ghana. The initiative, a central pillar of the President’s social contract with citizens, will begin with an initial rollout in 150 underserved districts over the next two months. It aims to ensure equitable access to quality healthcare services, regardless of location. Estimated to cost GH¢1.2 billion annually, the programme will deploy 350 health kiosks nationwide. These facilities will be strategically located in high-traffic areas such as markets and lorry parks and equipped with essential…
Spain’s government has approved a major policy to grant legal status to around 500,000 undocumented migrants, allowing them to formally enter the workforce under a structured residency scheme. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez described the decision as both “an act of justice” and an economic necessity for the country. In a message shared on social media, Sánchez said the policy aims to recognise “the reality of nearly half a million people who already form part of our everyday lives,” adding that migrants have played a key role in shaping modern Spain. Under the new scheme, eligible applicants will be granted one-year…
Officers from the Economic and Organised Crime Office have reportedly raided the Kumasi residence of former Managing Director of GIHOC Distilleries Company Limited, Maxwell Kofi Jumah. The operation took place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at his home in Atonsu in the Ashanti Region. According to sources, the raid was conducted in Mr. Jumah’s absence. Sources allege that EOCO operatives forced entry into the property, breaking doors and gaining access to rooms where they seized several items, including laptops, keys, and documents. EOCO has not yet issued an official statement regarding the operation or its purpose. Mr. Jumah, who served…
Traders in Kumasi have issued a strong ultimatum to the government, warning of a mass protest if work on the Kejetia Phase II redevelopment project does not resume by the end of May 2026. The Combined Kumasi Central Market Traders Union says its members have endured years of hardship since their eviction from the Kumasi Central Market in 2021 to pave the way for the project. At a press conference held on Tuesday, April 14, the Union’s Director of Operations, Daniel Otuo Acheampong, highlighted the severe disruption to trading activities and livelihoods caused by the prolonged delay. He noted that…