Author: Constance Awunor

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted a teacher of Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region following allegations of sexual misconduct involving a student. The decision follows the circulation of a video on social media that allegedly shows inappropriate conduct between the teacher and the student. Investigations Underway In a statement issued on June 16, 2026, and signed by Head of Public Relations Daniel Fenyi, the GES said it has launched investigations into the matter. According to the statement, the teacher has been interdicted in line with GES regulations while the investigation continues. “Management has initiated investigations into…

Residents and traders at Tesano Gardens Junction in Accra are calling for urgent road safety measures following the death of a motorcyclist in a crash at the intersection. The accident occurred on Friday, June 12, near the Healing Jesus Campaign Office when a saloon car collided with a motorbike. Residents Raise Safety Concerns Residents say accidents occur frequently at the junction and fear more lives could be lost if authorities fail to act. They are calling for the installation of traffic lights, speed ramps and other traffic-calming measures to improve safety at the intersection. According to them, crashes happen almost…

US President Donald Trump may release details of a preliminary peace agreement with Iran before its formal signing ceremony on Friday, according to Vice-President JD Vance. The announcement comes after Trump stated that the agreement had already been signed electronically by representatives of both countries. Deal Sets Framework for Future Talks Speaking to US media outlets, Vance described the memorandum of understanding (MOU) as a short and broad document that establishes a framework for future negotiations. He said many of the finer details would be resolved during upcoming technical discussions between the two sides. “On a number of issues, we…

Ghana Football Association President Kurt Okraku has expressed confidence in the Black Stars’ chances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He believes the team can overcome every opponent in Group L. The Black Stars will make their fifth World Cup appearance. They have been drawn alongside Panama, England and Croatia in a tough group. Speaking to members of the Ghanaian community in the United States, Okraku said he believes the team is ready for the challenge. “We have three opponents at this World Cup: Panama, England and Croatia. We will crush all of them,” he said, drawing loud cheers from…

President John Mahama’s job approval rating has climbed to a record high of 71%, according to the latest June 2026 National Tracking Poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics. The survey, released on June 15, shows that seven in ten Ghanaians approve of the President’s performance, up four percentage points from the 67% recorded in March 2026. Only 23% of respondents disapprove of his performance, while 6% expressed no opinion. According to Global InfoAnalytics Executive Director, Mussa Dankwah, the figure represents the highest approval rating recorded for any president in the firm’s regular tracking polls since 2020. The poll found that a…

Marius Borg Høiby, the son of Mette-Marit, has been sentenced to four years in prison after being found guilty of two counts of rape and several other offences by the Oslo District Court. The 29-year-old was convicted by a three-judge panel sitting in courtroom 250 in Oslo. However, he was acquitted of two additional rape charges. Høiby attended the verdict hearing via video link and was not physically present in court. Prosecutors had sought a prison sentence of seven years and seven months, while his defence team argued for a significantly shorter term of 18 months. He retains the right…

Oil prices tumbled and global stock markets rallied on Monday after the United States and Iran announced a framework agreement aimed at ending months of conflict and restoring access to the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude, the international benchmark for oil prices, fell 4.7% to $83.24 per barrel as investors reacted positively to the prospect of renewed stability in global energy markets. Equity markets across Asia and Europe also posted strong gains following the announcement. US President Donald Trump welcomed the breakthrough, saying the agreement would pave the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a…

Many Ghanaians have expressed support for government plans to establish local vaccine manufacturing, describing the initiative as a significant step toward strengthening the country’s healthcare system and reducing reliance on imported vaccines. The initiative, being driven through the National Vaccine Institute, forms part of efforts to achieve vaccine sovereignty and ensure a reliable supply of life-saving vaccines for the population. Speaking to Adom News, several residents said the move could transform Ghana’s healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors. “For years, we have depended on imported vaccines and medicines. If Ghana can produce its own vaccines, it will be a big achievement for…

Ghanaian singer-songwriter Baaba J delivered an unforgettable performance in Accra on Sunday, June 7, as she brought the curtain down on her In Pursuit of Happiness era with a sold-out live concert. Held at Nafti Studio III and produced by the Afrodite Society, the show marked Baaba J’s long-awaited homecoming performance after years away from the local concert scene. With tickets selling out days before the event, music lovers arrived eager to celebrate an artist whose work has steadily earned admiration for its honesty, creativity and emotional depth. An Intimate Night of Music and Connection The concert’s intimate setting proved…

Nearly six out of every 10 health workers in the Greater Accra Region are considering leaving their jobs, according to a new study that highlights growing concerns about workforce retention in Ghana’s healthcare sector. The study, conducted by researchers from the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology and partner institutions, found that 59.8% of health workers surveyed reported intentions to quit their current positions. Published in the journal Heliyon, the research examined the factors driving turnover intentions among healthcare professionals across 10 public and private hospitals in the region. Overtime and Understaffing Driving Workers Away The study was led…