Author: Rebecca Eson

Six key members of Ghana’s provisional squad for next month’s international friendly against Wales and the 2026 FIFA World Cup are yet to report to the Black Stars’ training camp in Cardiff. The team continued preparations on Thursday at Dragon Park, with 22 players taking part in training as coach Carlos Queiroz intensified preparations ahead of the June 2 clash against Wales. The players still absent from camp are: Thomas Partey of Villarreal CF Inaki Williams of Athletic Bilbao Antoine Semenyo of Manchester City FC Alexander Djiku of Spartak Moscow Kojo Oppong Peprah of OGC Nice Augustine Boakye of AS…

Tamale South MP and Minister of Education, Haruna Iddrisu, has raised concerns over what he described as growing excesses in Ghana’s bail administration, warning that denial of bail must never be used as punishment for accused persons. Speaking at the funeral of the late Mahama Shaibu in Tamale on Thursday, May 28, 2026, Mr. Iddrisu emphasized the constitutional principles of fair trial and presumption of innocence. “We must uphold the principle of fair trial for every accused person as a country,” he stated. The former Minority Leader criticized law enforcement agencies and judicial bodies, including the Economic and Organised Crime…

The revised funeral arrangements for Apostle Kwadwo Safo reflect both the scale of his legacy and the family’s effort to ensure inclusivity. Here are the essentials at a glance: Burial Service → July 30, 2026, at Gomoa Mpota (Central Region) National Farewell Ceremony → July 31, 2026, at Independence/Black Star Square, Accra Thanksgiving Service → August 8, 2026, in Kumasi (venue to be announced), honoring his Ashanti roots Burial & Farewell → Black-and-red cloth with Apostle Safo’s image Thanksgiving → Black-and-white cloth with his image Family consulted widely from the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II to relatives in Cameroon, Chad,…

What you eat and drink can play an important role in how your body responds to stress and anxiety. While no single food can “cure” anxiety, research suggests that certain nutrients may help support mood regulation, reduce stress hormones, and promote relaxation. Here are 14 foods and drinks that may help ease stress and anxiety naturally. 1. Avocado Avocados are rich in B vitamins, which are linked to healthy brain function and stress regulation. One medium avocado contains several important B vitamins, including folate, niacin, riboflavin, and vitamin B6. Studies suggest that foods rich in B vitamins may help reduce…

One of the most misunderstood aspects of depression is the belief that it must always be tied to obvious suffering, failure, or loss. Many people quietly ask themselves: “I have everything I should need to be happy — so why do I still feel empty?” Mental health experts say depression is not always “about” a specific event. It is a complex condition with multiple causes, triggers, and forms. Rather than being a single uniform experience, depression can emerge from a combination of biological, psychological, environmental, and social factors. The long-popular idea that depression is simply caused by a “chemical imbalance”…

Dr. Mark Assibey-Yeboah’s lecture at Winneba really underscored a theme that keeps surfacing in Ghana’s political discourse: the urgent need for integrity-driven leadership. His emphasis that “citizens are not looking for leaders who are intelligent or charismatic. They are looking for leaders they can trust” cuts straight to the heart of the matter. Trust, as he framed it, is not a one-time achievement but something leaders must earn continuously through transparency, accountability, and consistency. He warned that the erosion of trust in leadership is not unique to Ghana, it’s a growing challenge across democracies worldwide. He argued that strong, resilient…

Ghana will no longer seek financial bailout support from the International Monetary Fund, Finance Minister Cassiel Ato Forson has announced, declaring that the country has moved beyond crisis management into a new phase of economic stability and policy-driven growth. Addressing Parliament on Ghana’s future engagement with the IMF, Dr Forson reflected on the severe economic turmoil that hit the country in 2022, attributing the crisis to reckless spending, excessive borrowing and weak fiscal management. He said the painful experience served as a critical lesson on the consequences of fiscal indiscipline. “It is important to recount this not to dwell on…

The Government of Ghana has rolled out a nationwide land reclamation programme to restore degraded forest reserves, abandoned mine pits, and polluted landscapes through large-scale tree planting. On Tuesday, Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah handed over 800 acres of mined-out land along the Subri River at Nkroful, Western Region, to RM Ecorestore Ghana Limited for reclamation and reforestation. Sponsored by Zijin Golden Ridge Limited (Zijin Ghana) as part of its corporate social responsibility, the project will see thousands of acacia and teak seedlings planted to revive ecological health and create jobs in mining-affected communities. This initiative builds…

South Dayi MP and Majority Chief Whip, Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, has explained why he deliberately shields his marriage and family life from public attention, even though his wife is also actively involved in politics. Speaking during an interview, Dafeamekpor said the decision was a conscious effort to protect his loved ones from the scrutiny and criticism that often accompany Ghana’s political environment. “I simply wished my wife a happy birthday, and somehow it grew into something much bigger,” he remarked, after a recent birthday post for his wife unexpectedly drew widespread attention online. Many social media users expressed surprise upon learning…

Former Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has rejected allegations linking him to procurement and financial irregularities cited in the recently released audit report on Ghana’s hosting of the 13th African Games. In a statement issued after public debate intensified around the report, Ussif said his attention had been drawn to the Comprehensive Audit Report on 13th African Games, Accra 2023, which reportedly mentioned him in connection with contract administration and procurement breaches. “The report, I understand, attributes various irregularities to me. I, however, deny being responsible for any such irregularities, if any at all,” he stated. The audit…