Author: Rebecca Eson

The South African Police Service has strongly condemned a series of recent attacks targeting Ghanaian nationals and other foreign residents, describing the incidents as unlawful and inconsistent with the country’s democratic values. In a statement issued on April 24, the Ministry of Police South Africa denounced the acts of violence and intimidation, stressing that such conduct will not be tolerated under any circumstances. According to the Ministry, the reported xenophobic attacks undermine the constitutional principles of dignity, equality, and human rights that form the foundation of South Africa’s democracy. It emphasised that no individual or group has the authority to…

Priscilla Ofori, popularly known as Odo Broni and widow of late Ghanaian music icon Daddy Lumba (born Charles Kwadwo Fosuh), has filed a defamation lawsuit seeking GH¢10 million in damages against TikToker Cyndy Emma Koomson, widely known as Queen Emma. The suit was lodged at the High Court (General Jurisdiction) in Accra on April 20, 2026. According to the statement of claim, Ofori and her six children have allegedly been subjected to sustained cyberbullying and what her legal team describes as a coordinated online harassment campaign involving the defendant and associated individuals. The filing accuses Queen Emma of using her…

Ghana’s High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Sabah Zita Benson, has reaffirmed her commitment to driving investment into Ghana, emphasising that economic diplomacy remains the central focus of her mandate. Speaking during an interview with George Wiafe, she noted that her performance is being assessed primarily on her ability to attract capital inflows and strengthen economic ties between Ghana and the UK. According to her, economic diplomacy ranks as the top priority among the key performance indicators assigned to her role, a directive she says has guided her proactive engagement strategy since assuming office. Her remarks come at a time…

Asante Kotoko SC defender Lord Amoah has successfully undergone surgery following an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury, marking the beginning of his recovery process. The 22-year-old has been sidelined since Kotoko’s victory over Young Apostles FC in March, where he was forced off in the 19th minute after a heavy challenge. Subsequent medical assessments confirmed both an ACL tear and a medial meniscus injury. Amoah is expected to miss the remainder of the season, dealing a significant blow to the Kumasi-based club. Prior to the injury, the right-back had been a key performer, making 23 appearances and contributing an impressive…

Former South Africa head coach Pitso Mosimane has revealed that the Ghana Football Association made initial contact to gauge his interest in the vacant Black Stars coaching position, but he did not consider the approach substantial. Speaking in an interview with Robert Marawa, Mosimane indicated that the communication lacked the seriousness required for formal negotiations. He noted that the nature of the engagement did not progress beyond preliminary discussions. A key concern for the experienced coach was the reported short-term nature of the proposed role, which he suggested would have been limited to the upcoming World Cup campaign. Mosimane questioned…

The Teacher Trainees’ Association of Ghana (TTAG) has initiated plans for a nationwide demonstration, calling on the government to take immediate action on teacher recruitment and postings. The protest, which is expected to mobilise trainees from all 49 Colleges of Education across the country, aims to pressure authorities to grant financial clearance for the recruitment of additional trained teachers and to reinstate the policy of automatic postings. According to TTAG, the recent recruitment of 7,000 teachers falls short of addressing the increasing backlog of trained graduates who remain unemployed despite completing their education. The association argues that a significant number…

A 29-year-old man has been sentenced to 23 years in prison after being convicted of a series of sexual offences in Liverpool, where he posed as a taxi driver to target vulnerable young women. Amponsah Thompson, a Ghanaian national with leave to remain in the United Kingdom, was found guilty of multiple offences committed between August 2024 and 2025. The court determined that he systematically exploited intoxicated and isolated women in the city’s nightlife districts, using his private vehicle to gain their trust under false pretences. Proceedings at Liverpool Crown Court revealed a calculated pattern of behaviour. Thompson reportedly drove…

GCB Bank PLC has announced a final dividend of GH₵1.00 per share for the 2025 financial year, following regulatory approval from the Bank of Ghana. The announcement was made at the bank’s 32nd Annual General Meeting, where Board Chairman Joshua Alabi acknowledged that the previous year’s proposed dividend had been declined by the regulator—an outcome he described as disappointing for both shareholders and the board. He indicated that the bank undertook extensive engagements with the central bank over the past year to address regulatory concerns, culminating in approval for the 2025 payout. The decision marks a restoration of shareholder returns…

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has impounded 40 vehicles at Tema Harbour following the discovery of fraudulent and improperly used Drive from Port (DP) stickers. The enforcement action, carried out based on intelligence, revealed widespread irregularities. Some vehicles were found with fake DP stickers, while others displayed genuine stickers that did not correspond with official records raising concerns about systemic breaches in the vehicle clearance process. Preliminary findings indicate that the affected vehicles were imported by CFAO. However, authorities suggest the discrepancies likely occurred during the clearing stage. According to the DVLA, evidence points to an external agent…

Deputy Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Justice Srem Sai, has signalled the Attorney-General’s Department’s readiness to authorise the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to prosecute cases, provided a formal request is submitted. Speaking in a media interview on April 17, he dismissed claims of friction between the two institutions, emphasising that the Attorney-General’s office remains committed to cooperation in advancing Ghana’s anti-corruption agenda. He stressed that granting prosecutorial authority to the OSP would not be contentious, describing such collaboration as consistent with a practical and constitutionally grounded approach to justice delivery. These remarks come in the wake of a…