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​  The President of the Republic of Ghana  🇬🇭  President John Dramani Mahama has issued a sharp critique of Africa’s current economic trajectory, arguing that political sovereignty is hollow without a fundamental shift toward industrialization. ​Speaking Wednesday at the Africa Trade Summit in Accra, Mahama characterized the continent’s reliance on raw material exports as a "modern form of colonialism." He cautioned that unless African nations prioritize value addition, they will remain trapped in a cycle of poverty and exploitation. ​The President highlighted the stark disparity between Africa’s resource wealth and its economic returns. He specifically pointed to the cocoa sector as a primary example of missed opportunity. While African nations produce the vast majority of the world’s cocoa, they retain only a fraction of the multi-billion dollar profits generated by the global chocolate industry. ​The President outlined several key pillars necessary for a contine...

  Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) ​Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has released its official court schedule for the first quarter of 2026, signaling an aggressive push to resolve several long-standing public sector corruption cases. ​The calendar, shared via the OSP’s official social media channels, outlines critical hearing dates for former government officials and heads of state institutions accused of financial misconduct, extortion, and abuse of power. ​Headlining the schedule is The Republic v. Kenneth Ofori-Atta & 7 Others , with a pivotal hearing set for January 29, 2026 . The former Finance Minister faces a litany of charges regarding procurement breaches and fiscal impropriety. ​However, the legal process remains complex due to Ofori-Atta’s current status: ​ Location: He is presently in U.S. immigration custody following a recent detention. ​ Status: He remains on an Interpol Red Notice. ​ U.S. Context: Related proceedings in American c...

  Frederick Kumi (Abu Trica) Legal proceedings involving Frederick Kumi, the high-profile social media personality known as Abu Trica , took a sharp turn on Monday as he was re-arrested immediately following a High Court decision regarding his extradition case. ​The development unfolded after the High Court dismissed Kumi’s application for a writ of certiorari, which sought to challenge previous proceedings at the Gbese District Court. ​Kumi is currently at the center of a major legal battle involving romance fraud allegations originating in the United States. U.S. authorities have formally requested his extradition to face charges abroad. ​ Initial Charges: Kumi and two others were originally facing extradition proceedings at the District Court level. ​ The State’s Withdrawal: Prosecutors eventually dropped charges against the two co-accused. ​ The "Conspiracy" Defense: Kumi’s legal team argued that because the primary charge was conspiracy, the case against their...

  Prof Frimpong Boateng  Former Environment, Science, and Technology Minister, Professor Kwabena Frimpong Boateng, has stirred internal debate within the New Patriotic Party (NPP) by calling for a language-based overhaul of the party’s leadership structure. ​Speaking during an interview on Nhyira FM, the prominent statesman suggested that the party’s rebuilding process must include a vetting of officials' communication skills—specifically their command of the English language. ​Prof. Frimpong Boateng expressed concern over the caliber of leadership at various levels, particularly targeting those who have received formal education but struggle with English fluency. He argued that such a gap is "unacceptable" for individuals representing a major political entity. ​"The party folks in this region who have gone to good schools but cannot speak English should all be taken from leadership roles in the party," the Professor stated, emphasizing that educational back...

  Th Confederation of African Football (CAF) The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has officially announced the dissolution of the African Nations Championship (CHAN), marking the end of the biennial tournament reserved exclusively for domestic-based players. ​CAF President Patrice Motsepe confirmed the decision on Saturday, stating that the move is part of a broader strategic overhaul designed to enhance the quality and commercial viability of continental football. ​The decision to retire the CHAN stems from a desire to prioritize high-impact competitions and address long-standing financial concerns. Motsepe was candid about the tournament's economic challenges, noting that the event had become a significant financial drain on the organization. ​"The CHAN is a spectacle that makes us lose money," Motsepe explained. He emphasized that with the introduction of a new annual format, the previous structure had become redundant. Moving forward, CAF intends to focus it...

                      Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa &H.E.                                              Tong Defa  Ghana’s Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, hosted the Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, His Excellency Tong Defa, at the Ministry on Friday, January 16, 2026. The meeting served as a formal farewell as Ambassador Tong concludes his successful diplomatic mission in the West African nation. ​During the engagement, Minister Ablakwa lauded the Ambassador for his instrumental role in deepening the "historic and cordial" ties between the two nations. He emphasized that the Ambassador’s tenure was defined by a surge in both bilateral and multilateral cooperation, yielding tangible benefits for both Ghana and China. ​The Minister expressed Ghana's gratitude for China's sustained suppor...

  Asamoah Gyan & Rio Ferdinand  In a candid and emotional interview with football legend Rio Ferdinand, former Ghanaian captain Asamoah Gyan opened up about the defining moment of his career: the missed penalty against Uruguay in the 2010 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals. ​The 2010 World Cup in South Africa was a historic tournament for the continent, and Ghana was on the verge of becoming the first African nation to reach a semi-final. In the final moments of extra time, a goal-bound header was illegally blocked by the hand of Uruguay’s Luis Suárez. Suárez was sent off, and Ghana was awarded a penalty. ​"I was like, ‘This is it,’" Gyan told Ferdinand, recalling the immense pressure of the moment. ​Gyan revealed a fascinating detail about his preparation. Just a day before the match, he had practiced penalties extensively. "After training, we had a penalty shootout. I called the goalkeeper and I took 20 penalties. I scored all 20," Gyan said. ​Despite his perfec...