Author: Rebecca Eson

The Commissioner of the Rent Control Department, Frederick Opoku, has raised concerns over the increasing practice of charging rent in United States dollars in parts of Ghana, describing the trend as unacceptable and inconsistent with the country’s legal tender regulations. Speaking on a radio programme on Tuesday, Mr Opoku criticised what he described as the growing “dollarisation” of Ghana’s rental market, warning that the practice undermines national monetary policy and weakens confidence in the local currency. According to him, Ghanaian law recognises the cedi as the country’s sole legal tender for domestic transactions, making the pricing of rent and related…

The Director of Field Operations for the United Party, Hopeson Adorye, has praised the government’s decision to establish the Value for Money Office, describing it as an important step toward improving accountability and addressing financial irregularities within the public sector. Speaking on a television programme on Tuesday, May 11, Mr Adorye stated that although some public officials may be uncomfortable with the initiative, he believes the office is necessary to strengthen transparency and oversight in government spending. According to him, the introduction of the office could play a critical role in improving monitoring mechanisms surrounding public procurement and expenditure. He…

Ghanaian businessman Ibrahim Mahama has extended financial support of GH¢200,000 to Emmanuel Asamoah, a Ghanaian affected by xenophobic attacks in South Africa, to help him rebuild his life and establish a new business in Ghana. In addition to the financial assistance, Mr Mahama has also pledged support for the establishment of a cement distribution and construction hardware depot as part of efforts to help Mr Asamoah transition into a new line of business. The support package will allow Mr Asamoah to take a one-month break to reunite with his family before fully returning to Ghana to begin preparations for the…

Acting Rent Commissioner Frederick Opoku has stated that landlords and property owners cannot arbitrarily determine rental prices without proper assessment, insisting that Ghana’s rent laws require all rental properties to undergo official evaluation. Speaking on a radio programme, Mr Opoku criticised what he described as increasing lawlessness within Ghana’s rental market, where some landlords allegedly impose rent charges without regulatory oversight or adherence to legal assessment procedures. According to him, the law clearly mandates that rental values be assessed to ensure fairness, transparency and compliance within the housing sector. “The law says you assess. We will assess you,” he stressed.…

The Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, has renewed Africa’s demand for permanent representation on the United Nations Security Council, describing the continent’s exclusion as a historical injustice that must be corrected. Speaking at a ministerial meeting on UN Security Council reform held on the margins of the Africa–France Summit in Nairobi, Youssouf reaffirmed Africa’s unified position and urged urgent reforms to make the Council more reflective of today’s global realities. He emphasized that Africa’s request is not for special treatment but for fairness and equity within international governance. “Africa is not asking for a favour;…

Ask any Ghanaian what keeps them awake at night, and the answers are strikingly familiar: jobs for their children, affordable healthcare, reliable electricity, and schools that truly educate. The New Patriotic Party’s newly unveiled sector policy committees appear crafted with these anxieties in mind. Across 23 committees, the focus areas mirror the lived realities of ordinary citizens, the market trader, the nurse, the young graduate, the farmer, and the small business owner. Charged with tackling chronic unemployment, this committee is developing proposals for private sector job creation, expanding technical and vocational education, and supporting youth entrepreneurship.  Reviewing universal health coverage,…

Nigeria’s military has denied reports that civilians were killed during recent airstrikes targeting suspected bandits in parts of Niger State, insisting that the operation was intelligence-driven and focused solely on militant hideouts. In a statement issued on Monday, Defence spokesperson Michael Onoja said the drone strikes were carried out overnight between May 9 and 10 in the villages of Katerma, Bokko, Kusasu and Kuduru within the Shiroro district. According to the military, intelligence gathered before the operation indicated that armed criminal groups, commonly referred to locally as bandits, were assembling in the area to coordinate planned attacks. The military said…

Founder and President of the MILLS Institute, Koku Anyidoho, has reaffirmed that he remains a recognised member of the ruling National Democratic Congress, dismissing claims that he was suspended or removed from the party. According to Anyidoho, no official or documented decision has ever been communicated to formally terminate his membership, insisting that he still holds a valid NDC membership card. He stated that speculation surrounding his alleged suspension has largely been driven by political commentary rather than official party action. Anyidoho further explained that he continues to maintain cordial relationships within the NDC and remains open to engaging with…

Nigerian music star Rema is set to headline performances at the FIFA World Cup 2026 in Los Angeles as part of a star-studded entertainment lineup unveiled by FIFA. According to an announcement shared on FIFA’s official Instagram platform, Rema will perform at the tournament’s opening ceremony scheduled for June 12, 2026. The Nigerian Afrobeats sensation will share the stage with several global music stars, including LISA, Katy Perry, Tyla, Future, and Anitta. In its statement, FIFA said the lineup was selected to reflect the cultural diversity of the United States and the influence of its various diaspora communities on global…

The 12th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards – AMVCA once again transformed Lagos into the centre of African film, fashion, and pop culture, as celebrities, filmmakers, and digital creators delivered some of the continent’s most extravagant red-carpet moments. Held at the Eko Hotel and Suites, the annual awards ceremony celebrated excellence in African film, television, and digital storytelling, while reinforcing its reputation as one of Africa’s biggest fashion showcases. This year’s edition leaned heavily into theatrical fashion, with oversized silhouettes, sculptural gowns, shimmering fabrics, and dramatic couture dominating the red carpet. Fashion Takes Centre Stage One of…