In line with a directive from President John Dramani Mahama, the Ministry of Finance has honored the Payment-In-Cash (PIC) coupon of GHS6.081 billion to all bondholders under the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) as of February 17, 2025. Additionally, the government has fulfilled the Payment-In-Kind (PIK) obligation of GHS3.46 billion, which has been deposited into […]

The Director of Cyber Security at the National Communications Authority (NCA), Mr. Kwadwo Gyamfi Osafo-Maafo, has been relieved of his position with immediate effect. A letter signed by Alexander Yaw Arphul, Chief Director of the Ministry of Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, confirmed that Sector Minister Samuel Nartey George had terminated Mr. Osafo-Maafo’s appointment. Mr. […]

Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has emphasized the critical role of data-driven decision-making in effective governance and national development. Speaking at a reception hosted by the British High Commission, she stated that “data-driven insights are crucial for effective governance and national development,” underscoring the importance of using accurate data to inform policies and strategies. […]

Patricia Nimako, a 27-year-old Mobile Money (MoMo) vendor, was shot and killed during a daylight robbery at Krofrom in Kumasi. The event took place on Thursday, February 13, 2025, in the afternoon at the said place.   After assaulting her, the armed robbers reportedly took her cell phones and GH₵10,000. At approximately 3 p.m., Patricia […]

DCOP Frank Abrokwa, the Ashanti Regional Police Commander, has been relieved of his duties following the violent disruption of the Council of State election in Kumasi on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, sources at Police Headquarters have confirmed to Original TV News. He has been reassigned to the Accra Police Headquarters, though details of his new […]

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) to launch an immediate investigation into the operations of the National Service Authority under the previous administration. This follows the discovery of 81,885 suspected ghost names on the Authority’s payroll. The fraudulent entries were uncovered during a headcount of active National Service personnel, conducted […]

The Special Prosecutor has issued a wanted notice for former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta in connection with investigations into the SML deal, National Cathedral disbursements, and other financial matters.   Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Wednesday, February 12, Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng stated that Ofori-Atta is required to report to his office […]

A total of 155 candidates from all 16 regions of Ghana have submitted their nominations for the Council of State elections, scheduled to take place today, February 11. The elections, a crucial aspect of Ghana’s governance structure, will determine the regional representatives who will advise President John Dramani Mahama on key national matters.   According […]

Former Ghanaian President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Namibia’s first president, Dr. Sam Nujoma, who died in Windhoek at the age of 95. In a tribute shared on X (formerly Twitter), Akufo-Addo described Nujoma as a towering figure in Africa’s independence movement, whose legacy will continue to inspire […]

A fierce fire outbreak along the Agbogba to Ritz Junction Road near Madina, Accra, has destroyed multiple wooden and container structures, leaving several homes and businesses in ruins. Despite challenging conditions, personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) swiftly responded and managed to bring the blaze under control. According to GNFS spokesperson Alex King […]