Adom Kasiebo
Early morning news bulletin in Akan, covering current events and news updates for listeners in Ghana.
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Armed Robbers Shoot Momo Vendor In The Ribs During Robbery Attack At Agona Mankron
Mobile money (MoMo) vendor is in critical condition after being shot in the ribs by armed robbers during a robbery attack at Agona Mankron Junction in the Agona East District of the Central Region
Mahama Never Promised Kejetia Phase 2 Project Completion By End Of 2026 – Kumasi Mayor
Chief Executive of the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly, Richard Ofori Agyemang Boadi, has refuted claims that President Mahama pledged to complete Phase Two of the Kejetia Market Redevelopment Project by the end of 2026
Bawumia Urges Police, AG To Drop Case Against NDC Organiser Arrested Over Alleged False Publications
Former Vice President and New Patriotic Party flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, is calling for the immediate discontinuation of prosecutions being pursued in his name against an NDC organizer arrested over alleged false publications
Dennis Miracles Should Stop Commenting On Eoco Probe; Wontumi Is Already At Nsawam – Akwatia MP
Member of Parliament for Akwatia, Bernard Bediako Baidoo Esq., has cautioned former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCC), Dennis Miracles Aboagye, to refrain from making further public comments on the ongoing investigations by the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO).
Wontumi’s Family Devastated By His Conviction – Brother
A close family friend of the convicted Ashanti Regional Chairman of the NPP, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Wontumi, Adu Poku Aikins, has said that the family is devastated following his incarceration and remains hopeful that justice will be served
Bawumia Urges Mahama Not to Assent to New Tribunals Bill, Calls for National Dialogue
New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has urged President John Dramani Mahama to refrain from assenting to the newly passed Tribunals Bill. Instead, he is calling for broader public consultation to assess the bill's potential impact and benefits for Ghana's judicial system
Some Cases Should End at the Court of Appeal to Ease Supreme Court’s Workload – Justice Asare-Botwe
A Justice of the Court of Appeal, Her Ladyship Justice Afia Serwaa Asare-Botwe, has called for constitutional and legislative reforms to allow certain categories of cases to end at the Court of Appeal, arguing that the move would significantly reduce the growing workload of the Supreme Court
Health Ministry Warns Heads of Health Training Institutions to Stick to Admission Guidelines
Ministry of Health has warned heads of health training institutions to strictly comply with the approved admission guidelines for this year’s admission process
Miracles Aboagye Released From EOCO Custody Amid Gh¢55m Investigation
Former Executive Secretary of the Inter-Ministerial Coordinating Committee on Decentralisation (IMCCoD), Dennis "Miracles" Aboagye, has been released from the custody of the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) after meeting his GH¢50 million bail conditions
Miracles Aboagye Arrest: ‘Bail Terms Cruel and Oppressive’ – Atta Akyea Slams EOCO
Mr Samuel Atta Akyea, the lawyer for former Presidential Staffer and New Patriotic Party (NPP) communications team member Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has criticised the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) over what he described as "cruel and oppressive" bail conditions imposed on his client following his arrest and interrogation
NPP Demands Immediate Release of Miracles Aboagye After Alleged EOCO Arrest
New Patriotic Party (NPP) is calling on the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO) to either release Dennis Miracles Aboagye, spokesperson for the party’s flagbearer, or charge him before a court if there are allegations against him. This follows reports of his arrest by EOCO
Man Jailed For Stealing From Patient’s Relative At KATH, Unlawfully Possessing Police Uniform
Asokwa Circuit Court in Kumasi has sentenced a 35-year-old man to two-and-a-half years' imprisonment after he admitted stealing from a patient's relative at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) and unlawfully possessing police gear, which prosecutors say he used while targeting victims in hospital settings
Ghanaian Stabbed Multiple Times In South Africa
A Ghanaian resident in South Africa, identified as Wofa Agyei, has reportedly been stabbed multiple times amid renewed xenophobic attacks targeting foreign nationals in the country
Unidentified Persons Set Police Post Near Sefwi Sayerano Ablaze
A police post located in the Asempaneye Forest near Sefwi Sayerano in the Juaboso District of the Western North Region has been set ablaze by unidentified individuals
ACCRA FLOODS WORSE THAN WE THOUGHT – COUNCIL OF STATE AFTER ASSESSMENTS
The members of the Council of state of Ghana has said the situation on the grounds leading to Ghana’s perennial floods is worse than they thought.
The members say they will have to do everything necessary to make sure the menace is rectified.
Members of the Council of State had been touring communities huge affected by Monday 29th June Flood in parts of Accra.
Carlos Queiroz Reportedly Quits as Ghana’s Black Stars Coach
Black Stars head coach, Carlos Queiroz, is reported to have issued an emotional farewell statement following his stint with the national team. In the message, he reflects on his time with the Black Stars and calls for long-term structural reforms in Ghana’s football development system
The belief that less capable teachers end up in Kindergarten is a misconception -Director of Early Childhood Education sets the record straight
Teaching Kindergarten isn't a lesser task. It takes skill, patience, and expertise to shape a child's first learning experience. Hear why this long-held belief is being challenged
Government Condemns Killing of Ghanaian in South Africa, Demands Justice
Government of Ghana has condemned the killing of a Ghanaian national in South Africa during anti-immigrant demonstrations, describing the incident as a senseless act of violence and calling for the immediate arrest and prosecution of those responsible
Accra Floods: 12 Dead, 7 Missing As Over 38,000 Displaced – Interior Minister Tells Parliament
Minister for the Interior, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, has informed Parliament that at least 12 people have died and seven remain missing following last Monday’s heavy rainfall in Accra. He added that the floods have displaced 38,802 people from 7,761 households
5 Excavators Seized at Lake Bosomtwe Galamsey Site
Ashanti Regional Security Team, acting on credible intelligence from whistleblowers, has seized five excavators at an illegal mining (galamsey) site near Beposo in the Bosomtwe District. The operation was part of ongoing efforts to identify and prosecute individuals involved in the activity
IGP Special Operations Team Arrests Suspected Drug Peddlers in Kumasi Raids
Ghana Police Service has arrested suspected drug peddlers and seized large quantities of suspected narcotic substances during a series of intelligence-led operations across the Kumasi Metropolis.
Harry Kane Reveals Where England Fell Short in Ghana Draw After Late Missed Chance
England were held to a goalless draw by Ghana at Boston Stadium, with captain Harry Kane admitting the Three Lions struggled to contain Ghana’s counter-attacks. Kane said the match provided valuable lessons for England as they prepare for their next World Cup fixture
Police Arrest Israel Kwadwo Safo Akofena and Two Others Over Shooting Incident
Ghana Police Service has arrested Israel Kwadwo Safo, popularly known as Akofena, along with two other suspects in connection with the shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Hon. Sarah Adwoa Safo, on June 21, 2026
Kwabenya Shooting Drama: 6 Arrested, Shotguns and Pistol Seized
Ghana Police Service has arrested six private security guards in connection with a shooting incident involving former Dome-Kwabenya MP, Sarah Adwoa Safo
Barekese Dam at Risk: Half of Forest Cover Lost to Human Activities
Half of the forest cover surrounding the Barekese Dam, which supplies millions of gallons of water to residents in the Ashanti Region, has been destroyed due to human activities
Black Stars' Victory Over Panama Sparks Excitement Among Ghanaians
Black Stars kicked off their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign on a winning note after securing a 1-0 victory over Panama, a result that has sparked excitement among many Ghanaians
2026 FIFA World Cup: Canadian Court Dismisses Partey's Visa Appeal
Black Stars midfielder Thomas Partey will miss Ghana's opening match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a Canadian court dismissed his appeal against the denial of a visa to enter the country. The ruling means Partey will be unavailable for selection as Ghana begins its World Cup campaign
Police Arrest Suspect Linked To University Of Cape Coast Student Murder
Ghana Police Service has arrested a 39-year-old man in connection with the murder of University of Cape Coast (UCC) student Innocentia Atsufui Avinu. The incident has sparked widespread public concern and calls for justice
Bole SHS Teacher Under Scrutiny Over Alleged Sexual Misconduct With Final-Year Student
Authorities at Bole Senior High School in the Savannah Region have launched an investigation into allegations involving a teacher and a final-year student after a video allegedly linked to the two surfaced online
Plea Bargain Request Does Not Mean Guilt – Wontumi’s Lawyer
Andy Appiah-Kubi, lawyer for Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Wontumi, has clarified that his client's decision to initiate plea bargain discussions with the state in the ongoing criminal trial over an alleged GH¢14.3 million loan fraud involving the Ghana Export-Import Bank (Exim Bank) does not amount to an admission of guilt.
Zenator Agyeman-Rawlings Calls For Equitable Resource Distribution And Inclusive Constitutional Review
Member of Parliament for Korle Klottey, Zenator Agyeman-Rawlings, has urged the National Democratic Congress to ensure that the nation’s resources are fairly and equitably distributed among all citizens
GNAT Demands Bail for Nyinahin SHS Teacher, Threatens WASSCE Boycott
Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) is demanding the immediate release on bail of a teacher at Nyinahin Catholic Senior High School who was arrested over an alleged assault on a female student
Three Persons Confirmed Dead in an Accident on the Accra–Tema Motorway
A fatal accident involving a fuel tanker and two saloon cars has occurred on the Tema Motorway near the Ashaiman overhead bridge, triggering a fire
Two Dead, Two Rescued In North Industrial Area Building Collapse
The death toll from the collapsed building at North Industrial Area in Accra has risen to two after rescue teams recovered the final trapped victim from beneath the rubble
GPRTU Calls for Urgent Replacement of Missing Road Signs to Curb Road Accidents
Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) is urging the Ministry of Roads and Highways and the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) to urgently replace missing and obscured road signs, as well as faded road markings on major highways, in a bid to reduce the rising number of road crashes nationwide
Firefighter Rushed To Hospital After Sustaining Injury While Battling Makola Fire
A firefighter has been rushed to the hospital after sustaining a serious chest injury while fighting a fire outbreak at Makola, near the Accra Central Police Station
Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill: There is Nothing to Reconsider — Majority Leader Reacts to Speaker’s Request
Majority Leader in Parliament and Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has insisted that Parliament validly passed the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, 2025
Ghana National Fire Service Urges the Public to Switch off Electricity During Flooding
Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has urged the public to immediately switch off all electrical appliances and disconnect the main power supply whenever homes or communities become flooded
Mahama’s Comments on New LGBTQ Bill Inappropriate — Bawumia Aide
Political Aide to former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Kofi Tonto, has criticized President John Dramani Mahama over his recent comments on the proposed Anti-LGBTQ Bill, describing them as inappropriate
Juaben Municipality Records Highest HIV Infections in Ashanti Region for 2025, Sparking Public Reaction
According to the Ghana AIDS Commission’s annual report, Juaben Municipality has recorded the highest rate of HIV infections in the Ashanti Region in 2025. The development has raised concern among residents, with many calling for urgent awareness, education, and stronger health interventions to address the growing trend
Mahama Announces Electrification of 172 Communities in Savannah Region
President John Dramani Mahama has announced that 172 communities in the Savannah Region will soon be connected to electricity under Phase One of the government’s rural electrification programme.
Ghana Standards Authority Arrests Chinese Company Over Alleged Fake Mattress Production.
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has reportedly taken action against a Chinese-owned company accused of producing fake and substandard mattresses in Ghana, sparking widespread online reactions.
GNFS Responds To Diesel Tanker Accident At Asuboi
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) responded to a road traffic accident involving a DAF fuel tanker carrying 54,000 litres of diesel at Asuboi on the Accra–Kumasi Highway on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
NPP Petitions Diplomatic Corps To Monitor Ghana’s Human Rights Situation
The opposition New Patriotic Party has called on the diplomatic community and international partners to closely monitor what it describes as a deteriorating human rights and democratic governance situation in Ghana.
Agenda 111: “It Was Not Prudent To Start 111 Hospitals At Once” – John Dramani Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has openly criticised the previous Akufo-Addo administration over its handling of the Agenda 111 hospital projects.
The Sataso Bridge On The Ejura–Mampong Highway Has Collapsed, Stranding Commuters
A heavy downpour has collapsed the Sataso culvert on the Mampong–Ejura highway in the Ashanti Region, cutting off the route and stranding vehicles between Asante Mampong, Ejura, Atebubu, and Yeji.
Ndc Women’s Wing Accuses Suame Mce Of Nepotism, Neglect Of Party Members
The Suame Constituency Women’s Wing of the NDC publicly appealed to regional and national executives to resolve mounting grassroots apathy and neglect. Led by Women’s Organizer Asmawu Bello (alias Empress), the group accused the Suame Municipal Chief Executive, Frank Owusu Ansah, of nepotism and sidelining active party members.
Mahama Convenes Special Cabinet Meeting on Constitutional Review Proposals Today
President John Mahama will today chair a special Cabinet meeting to determine the government’s position on proposals captured in the constitutional review process, government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu has disclosed
Parliament Confirms Detention of Asante Akyem North MP in Amsterdam
Parliament has confirmed the detention of Asante Akyem North MP, Ohene Kwame Frimpong, at Schiphol Airport in Amsterdam, according to an official statement
Landlords Are Required To Pay 8% Tax on Every Rent Payment They Receive — Rent Commissioner
Acting Commissioner of Rent Control, Frederick Opoku, has revealed that the Rent Act requires landlords to pay 8% tax on every rent payment they receive to the government, adding that the law will soon begin to be enforced
19-Year-Old SHS Leaver, Two Others Die in Suspected Generator Fume Incident at Ablekuma
A tragic incident has claimed the lives of three individuals, including 19-year-old SHS graduate Florence Naa Kwarley, at Mahean-Ablekuma, a suburb of Accra. The victims were discovered dead in a room where they were sleeping, raising concerns over the use of generators in enclosed spaces
Housing and Food Prices Drove April Inflation as GSS Reports Mixed Sector Trends
New data from the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) shows that increases in housing and food prices were the main drivers of inflation in April 2026, despite mixed price movements across other sectors
Health Minister Orders Sanctions for Health Workers Named in Amissah Death Probe
Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has directed that disciplinary action be taken against several health professionals after a three-member committee submitted its report on the death of Charles Amissah
Injuries Reported In Awoshie–Baah Yard Intersection Dawn Accident
A crash involving a trailer and a Nissan Urvan minibus has left four people severely injured at the Awoshie–Baah Yard intersection
I Will Terminate Your Contract If You Don’t Work To Expectations — Roads Minister Warns Contractor
Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, has warned Maripoma Construction Ltd that their contract will be terminated within two months if they fail to meet expected standards of work.
Over 620,000 Students Sit For BECE Today
More than 620,000 candidates across Ghana are sitting for the 2026 Basic Education Certificate Examination today, Monday, May 4, as authorities tighten measures to curb malpractice
Tensions Escalate in Ejisu as the NDC Women’s Wing Calls on the MCE to Issue an Immediate Apology
There is growing unrest in Ejisu as members of the NDC Women’s Wing demand a public apology from the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE). Stay tuned as the story unfolds and more details emerge on this developing issue
Greater Accra Moves to Erase Examination Malpractice Stigma Amid Ongoing WASSCE and Upcoming BECE
Greater Accra Education Directorate has stepped up efforts to tackle examination malpractice as the WASSCE progresses and the BECE approaches. Currently ranked sixth on the malpractice league table, the Directorate is rolling out measures to address the issue and restore the region’s reputation
Energy Crisis: GETC Pushes For Community Solar to End Power Challenges
The Lead Convener of the Ghana Energy Transition Consortium (GETC), Chibeze Ezekiel, has called for the adoption of community-based solar power systems as a sustainable solution to Ghana’s ongoing energy challenges
Kumasi to Experience More Power Outages After World Cup as ECG And GRIDCo Prepare Critical Transmission Projects
Parts of the Ashanti Region are expected to experience more power outages as the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) prepare to commence critical transmission reinforcement projects in June this year
Yam Farmers Call on Government for Storage Facilities
Yam farmers in Lanja, in the Nanumba North Municipality, are calling on the government through the Ministry of Food and Agriculture to support them with storage facilities
Fire Outbreak at Akosombo Substation Disrupts Power Supply – GRIDCo
Ghana Grid Company Limited has announced that a fire outbreak at the Akosombo Substation has disrupted operations and affected electricity supply in parts of the country
I Founded the Base Because of Kennedy Agyapong — Oti Bonsu
Founder and Leader of The Base Movement, George Oti Bonsu, has said that his intention in forming the movement is to create another opportunity for former NPP flagbearer hopeful Kennedy Ohene Agyapong to lead the country and bring his ideas to reality
MoMo Customers Urged to Report Illegal Charges by Agents
Joshua Edmundson, Board Chairman of the Mobile Money Agents Association of Ghana, has backed calls for strict action against agents who impose illegal charges on deposits.
GETFund Clears GH¢199.47M to Restore Food Supply to SHSs, TVET Schools
Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) has released GH¢199.47 million to settle outstanding payments owed to suppliers of perishable goods under the Free Senior High School (FSHS) and Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes
Recent Power Outages Are Not ‘Dumsor’ But Part of Ongoing Efforts to Improve Electricity Quality and Stability — President Mahama
President John Mahama says the intermittent power outages being experienced in some communities are not “dumsor,” but part of ongoing efforts to improve the quality and stability of electricity supply
Two Suspects, Including Alleged Gang Leader, Arrested Over Fatal Attack on Berekum Chelsea Team Bus
Police have arrested two individuals in connection with a deadly robbery attack on the Berekum Chelsea team bus, which resulted in the tragic death of a player. One of the suspects is believed to be the leader of the group behind the incident
President Mahama Advises Against Late-Night Eating Of Heavy Foods to Reduce Risk of Non-Communicable Diseases
President John Mahama is cautioning Ghanaians against late-night eating habits, especially foods like banku and fufu, warning that poor lifestyle choices, particularly when combined with little or no physical activity, can increase the risk of non-communicable diseases such as hypertension and heart-related conditions.
Publican AI System Will Collapse Jobs – GUTA Cries Out
Vice President of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), Joseph Paddy, has warned that the newly introduced Publican AI system at the ports could lead to significant job losses if not reversed immediately
Walewale Coordinating Director Flees as Rampaging NDC Youth Storm and Lock Office
Office of the Walewale Municipal Coordinating Director remained barricaded and locked after a group of agitated NDC youth reportedly stormed the Municipal Assembly premises on Tuesday morning, forcing the Director, Justice Bayon, to flee for safety
IES Cautions Government Against Scrapping Bost Margin, Warns of Long-Term Risks to Fuel Security
Institute for Energy Security (IES) has issued a strong warning against potential moves to abolish the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation (BOST) margin, stating that such a decision could severely compromise Ghana’s national fuel supply security
Asunafo South Cocoa Farmers Demand Agric Minister Explain Price Cuts, Unpaid Debts
A section of cocoa farmers in the Asunafo South District have declared their Member of Parliament and Minister for Agriculture, Eric Opoku, “wanted” over recent cocoa price reductions and delayed payments.
Tensions Rise in Berekum as Cocoa Farmers Issue One-Week Ultimatum to Cocoa Buyers
Tensions are escalating in the Berekum Municipality as cocoa farmers and purchasing clerks demand immediate payment of long-overdue arrears from Olam Cocoa Ghana Limited.
President Mahama Expresses Concerns Over Complexity of Global Health Challenges
President John Mahama has expressed concern about the growing complexity of global health challenges, urging world leaders to move beyond pledges and implement concrete actions.
New Apostolic Church Demands Presidential Action on Anti-LGBTQ+ Bill
Sunyani Area Apostle of the New Apostolic Church, Patrick Konadu Yiadom, is calling on President John Dramani Mahama to honour his campaign promise and sign the anti-LGBTQ+ bill into law
Aowin Traditional Council Reconciles With MP After Months-Long Dispute
Aowin Traditional Council in the Aowin Municipality of the Western North Region has reconciled with their Member of Parliament (MP), Oscar Ofori Larbi, following months of unresolved tensions over alleged disrespect toward traditional authorities
MP For Gomoa Central Rallies Constituents to Unite Behind Ambitious Transformation Drive
Member of Parliament for Gomoa Central, Kwame Obeng Asare, is calling for unity among residents and traditional authorities in the Central Region as part of efforts to transform the area into a fully industrialised hub while boosting its tourism potential
JHS 1 Student Drowns in River at Nyanyano Teachers’ Quarters
A 14-year-old JHS 1 student of Dadeben Basic School, Lawrence Dogbe, has drowned at Gomoa Nyanyano Teachers’ Quarters in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region after going swimming
GFA Sacks Otto Addo as Head Coach of The Black Stars
Ghana Football Association has announced the dismissal of Otto Addo as head coach of Ghana’s senior national team, the Black Stars
Mahama Urges Youth to Embrace Skills, Innovation, and Leadership at National Awards Ceremony
President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his government’s commitment to youth development, urging young Ghanaians to prioritise skills, innovation, and leadership as the country navigates a rapidly evolving global economy.
