Author: Constance Awunor

The death toll from the recent attack on Odomi in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region has risen to four after one of the injured victims succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment. The attack, which occurred on Friday, left 10 other people with gunshot wounds and has heightened tensions in a municipality already struggling with a long-standing ethnic and land dispute. Authorities say the latest fatality has deepened concerns over security in the area, where recurring clashes have repeatedly disrupted efforts to maintain peace. Long-Running Dispute Fuels Tensions Nkwanta South has experienced intermittent violence over the years, largely…

The Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, has revealed that Ghana needs at least GH¢1.5 billion to effectively manage the growing food glut across the country, warning that inadequate funding and limited storage infrastructure are threatening efforts to support farmers. Speaking to JoyNews on Friday, June 19, Mr Opoku said the government anticipated increased agricultural output when preparing the 2025 Budget and initially allocated GH¢100 million to purchase excess produce from farmers. According to him, the allocation was intended to help absorb surplus food production and stabilise market prices following investments and nationwide campaigns aimed at boosting agricultural productivity.…

Students of Diaspora Girls’ Senior High School at Obodan in the Akuapem South Municipality of the Eastern Region are battling severe infrastructure challenges that continue to disrupt teaching and learning. With a student population of about 900, the school lacks several key facilities, including adequate classroom blocks, a library, an assembly hall and a modern dining hall. The shortage has forced some students to attend classes in the school canteen, while others receive lessons under trees. A source at the school described the situation as a major setback to academic work and called for urgent intervention from the Ministry of…

The 2026 FIFA World Cup is giving international football fans more than just memorable matches. For many visitors, it is also providing a firsthand experience of American culture, food and lifestyle. With about 75% of the tournament’s matches taking place in the United States, supporters from across the globe are exploring the country’s unique attractions and sharing their experiences online. For Moroccan fan Ayoub Baghdad, one of the first things that stood out was the scale of everyday life in America. “Everything is big, even the Coke is big,” he said, noting that the roads, trucks and buildings are much…

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has warned of possible thunderstorms, cloudy conditions and reduced visibility in parts of the country over the next 24 hours. The forecast, issued by the Central Analysis and Forecasting Office (CAFO) at 1700 UTC on June 18, covers the evening, night and morning periods of June 19. GMet said most parts of southern Ghana will experience cloudy skies tonight, with thunderstorms and rain likely along the coast and nearby inland areas. Northern Ghana is expected to remain partly cloudy, with generally stable weather conditions throughout the forecast period. The agency also warned that mist and…

The acting Chief Executive Officer of the Students Loan Trust Fund (SLTF), Dr Saajida Shiraz, has announced that salary deductions for student loan beneficiaries will begin in August as part of efforts to improve loan recovery and ensure the Fund’s long-term sustainability. Speaking on the Super Morning Show on June 19, Dr Shiraz said the Fund had received assurances that the necessary arrangements were almost complete. “We are working through the modalities, but I have the assurance of the department that starting next month, we should be able to have deductions,” she said. SLTF expands recovery efforts Dr Shiraz revealed…

Three people have been killed and nine others injured following a fresh attack on Odomi in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. The attack occurred on Thursday evening when unidentified gunmen reportedly invaded the community, sparking fear among residents and escalating tensions linked to the long-running conflict in the area. The injured victims were taken to the Nkwanta St. Joseph Catholic Hospital for treatment. Hospital authorities confirmed that one of the injured victims died while receiving medical care. Two other victims were brought to the facility already dead after they were reportedly attacked on their farms. The identities…

A member of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has petitioned the party’s General Secretary, calling for a disciplinary review of former presidential aspirant Kennedy Ohene Agyapong over what he describes as conduct that undermines party unity. The petition was submitted by Charles Opoku, Deputy National TESCON Coordinator for the New Juaben South Constituency, on June 18. Mr. Opoku accused Mr. Agyapong of repeatedly making public statements against fellow party members and taking positions that contradict official party decisions. Alleged breach of party constitution According to the petitioner, the Assin Central lawmaker’s actions violate Article 3 of the NPP constitution, which…

The government has imposed a curfew on several communities in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region after a deadly attack left three people dead and nine others injured. Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak announced the measure on the advice of the National Security Council. The curfew takes effect on Friday, June 19, 2026. It will run daily from 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. until further notice. The affected communities are Keri, Abrewanko, Abrewanko Junction, Nyambo, Nyambo Junction, Shari, Kromase, Power, Nyakoma, Odomi, Bonakye and Nkwanta. Government appeals for calm The government has urged chiefs, elders, opinion leaders, youth…

Minister for Energy and Green Transition, Dr John Jinapor, says ongoing reforms in Ghana’s energy sector have strengthened investor confidence and improved the sector’s financial health. He made the remarks during a Town Hall discussion at the Africa Energy Forum (AEF), where ministers from across the continent examined strategies to accelerate industrialisation through regional production hubs. Energy Sector Reforms Showing Results Dr. Jinapor said the government has introduced measures that are already delivering positive outcomes. “We have recorded significant improvements in payments to utility service providers, helping to strengthen the financial sustainability of the energy sector and enhance investor confidence,”…