Author: Constance Awunor

The Director-General of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), Abraham Amaliba, has defended the Authority’s decision to shut down garages involved in converting right-hand-drive vehicles to left-hand drive, describing the practice as illegal and dangerous. Speaking after a Technical Working Committee presented its final report in Accra on April 8, 2026, Mr Amaliba stressed that such vehicle modifications pose a serious threat to road safety. The report highlighted concerns about Toyota Voxy vehicles, many of which are imported as right-hand-drive and later altered for use locally. According to the committee’s chairman, Dr Godwin Kafui Ayetor, the Toyota Voxy was originally…

Police in Ghana have arrested a suspect in connection with a shooting incident at the Adjin Kotoku Onion Market that occurred on 5 April 2026. According to the Ghana Police Service, a special surveillance team operating under the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector-General of Police was deployed to the area after the incident to carry out an intelligence-led operation. On 8 April at around 3:00 pm, officers apprehended a 40-year-old suspect, Inusah Seidu, at his hideout in Adjin Kotoku. Authorities believe he played a role in the shooting. The suspect is currently in custody and assisting with ongoing investigations.…

Ghana’s Minister for Sports and Recreation, Kofi Adams, has indicated that the appointment of a new head coach for the Ghana national football team is close to being finalized, with the process now in its concluding stages. Speaking on Channel One TV, the minister explained that discussions with shortlisted candidates are almost complete, with only a few engagements left before a final decision is made. He expressed confidence that the announcement will come very soon, possibly before the weekend or by Monday, April 13, 2026. The coaching search follows the exit of Otto Addo, leaving the national team without a…

The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority, Ransford Gyampo, has raised alarm over increasing risks in global cargo transportation, revealing that between 1,500 and 2,000 shipping containers are lost at sea each year. Speaking at a sensitisation seminar on mandatory local insurance for imports on Wednesday, April 8, Prof. Gyampo urged importers to prioritise cargo insurance to protect their goods against potential losses during transit. He noted that global trade depends heavily on maritime transport, with about 80 to 90 percent of goods by volume transported by sea—largely through container shipping—making the sector particularly exposed to disruptions. “When…

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has debunked reports claiming that the Ghana Card can now be used for financial transactions, describing such information as inaccurate and misleading. In a statement issued on April 8, 2026, and signed by its Head of Corporate Affairs, Williams Ampomah Emmanuel Darlas, the Authority stressed that the Ghana Card has not been activated for any financial transaction purposes. “The Ghana Card has not been enabled for financial transactions at this time,” the statement emphasized. The NIA urged the public to disregard unverified claims and rely only on official communication from the Authority. However, the NIA…

Ghana has been selected as the first country to benefit from France’s National Health Platform following high-level talks between President John Dramani Mahama and French President Emmanuel Macron in Paris. The announcement came after a meeting at the Élysée Palace, where both leaders explored ways to deepen cooperation across several priority sectors, including healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, artificial intelligence, and regional security. The National Health Platform described as a comprehensive health compact is expected to bolster Ghana’s healthcare system and support ongoing reforms. President Mahama welcomed the initiative and expressed appreciation to the French government for its partnership. The meeting formed…

Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori‑Atta is no longer listed in the custody of the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), according to the agency’s detainee locator system. The development was also confirmed by activist Oliver Barker‑Vormawor, who said his sources indicate that Mr. Ofori‑Atta was released on Tuesday, April 7, 2026. Mr. Ofori‑Atta had been held by ICE since early January, after he was detained in the United States over questions surrounding his immigration status. He was reportedly taken into custody on January 6, 2026, in the Virginia area. His lawyers later confirmed the detention was connected to issues…

The Technical Working Committee of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has ruled that the use of the Toyota Voxy for commercial transport is unlawful, warning that it poses a serious risk to public safety. Presenting the committee’s final report in Accra on Wednesday, April 8, Chairman Godwin Kafui Ayetor explained that the vehicle was not designed for commercial passenger operations and is unsuitable for Ghana’s road environment. According to him, the manufacturer indicated that the Toyota Voxy is intended for use by middle-class families, not for commercial purposes. He added that the vehicle is not built for heavy usage…

Patrice Motsepe has arrived in Senegal for discussions with government and football officials aimed at easing tensions following the stripping of the country’s AFCON 2025 title. During the working visit, Motsepe is scheduled to meet Senegalese Head of State, Bassirou Diomaye Faye, as well as the president of the Fédération Sénégalaise de Football, Abdoulaye Fall. The discussions aim to address concerns of bias and mend the strained relationship between Senegal and the continent’s football governing body. The controversy stems from a March 17 decision by CAF, which awarded a 3-0 victory to Morocco following an appeal regarding the AFCON 2025…

John Dramani Mahama has nominated five individuals to serve on Ghana’s Fiscal Council in accordance with the Public Financial Management (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1136). The announcement was made in a statement issued on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, and signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister of Government Communications and Presidential Spokesperson. The proposed Council is intended to promote fiscal discipline, strengthen oversight, and support informed decision-making in the management of public finances. Among the nominees is Dr. Emmanuel Oteng Kumah, who has been designated as Chairperson. Other members include Prof. Patrick Opoku Asuming representing academia, and Leslie Dwight Mensah representing…