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The Deputy Managing Director(MD) of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), Alhaji Mustapha Abubakar, has outlined the strategic importance of reviving the refinery, saying its full operation could significantly reduce Ghana’s fuel import bill and strengthen energy security.Speaking on CTV’s Oman Ghana Nkusuo morning show hosted by Yaa Titi, Alhaji Abubakar said TOR remains one of Ghana’s most critical national assets and must be prioritised alongside institutions such as COCOBOD and GoldBod. He disclosed that Ghana currently spends about US$400 million every month importing petroleum products, a situation he described as unsustainable.According to him, a fully functional TOR, working in collaboration…

Senegal have been crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after a tense and controversial final against host nation Morocco in Rabat.The match, played on a cold and rainy night, was marred by drama late in regulation time. Congolese referee Jean-Jacques Ndala awarded Morocco a disputed penalty in the 90+8 minute following a VAR review, just minutes after Senegal had a goal ruled out in the 90+2 minute. The decision triggered protests from the Senegal team, who briefly walked off the pitch on the instructions of head coach Pape Thiaw, causing an almost 20-minute delay. It took…

TV personality and GHOne News presenter Serwaa Amihere has issued a public apology after describing Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC) as a “brewing ground for gays,” a comment that sparked widespread backlash.The remark, which circulated on social media, drew strong condemnation from the PRESEC community and its authorities, who described the statement as inappropriate, misleading, and damaging to the school’s image and values. In a statement, PRESEC rejected the characterisation, stressing the school’s long-standing reputation for academic excellence, discipline, and moral training, and called for respect for the institution and its alumni.Responding to the criticism, Serwaa Amihere explained that the…

The Minister for Communications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, has disclosed that security agencies have arrested 53 Nigerian nationals following intelligence-led operations targeting suspected cybercrime centres in parts of the Greater Accra Region.According to the minister, intelligence gathered over the past 48 hours by the Cyber Security Authority (CSA) revealed the existence of several cybercrime hubs operating within East Legon Hills, Afienya, Kwabenya, Weija, and Tuba. The intelligence suggested that young men were being exploited and coerced by alleged kingpins to engage in various cybercrime activities at these locations.Acting on the CSA-led intelligence, a joint task force made…

HRH Manye Naa Affipong IV, Queenmother of Jamestown Ngleshie Alata arrived safely at the Kotoka International Airport ahead of the 2026 Medical Outreach Mission in the Greater Accra Region in collaboration with the Ghana Association for Medical Aid (GAMA) Team and Uriel Impact Generation USA! HRH Manye Naa Affipong IV was warmly received amidst traditional drumming and dancing by the people of Jamestown Ngleshie Alata, showcasing our rich heritage, unity, and support for the noble cause! The GAMA Team led by Dr. Andrew Baddoo also arrived safely at KIA and were given a similar rousing welcome! We are deeply grateful…

As Accra grows more cosmopolitan, the indigenous language of its founders is fading from daily life. For the Ga people, this linguistic decline signals something deeper than change.From the air, Accra unfurls as a restless sprawl of concrete, coastline and colour. Glass-fronted banks and diplomatic missions sit just minutes from canoe-lined beaches, where fishing nets dry under the sun in Jamestown, Chorkor and La. The Atlantic still dictates the rhythm of life along these indigenous coastal settlements, even as traffic-clogged highways pull the city inland towards its booming suburbs.Yet beneath the energy of Ghana’s capital lies a quieter crisis: the…

Individuals involved in the assault on the staff of the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition on January 15, 2026, have been identified and arrested, authorities have confirmed.A statement clarifying the incident indicated that the suspects are neither operatives of the National Security nor officers of the Ghana Police Service, contrary to earlier media reports and social media claims.The clarification follows widespread reports alleging that uniformed police officers assaulted ministry staff after an altercation involving an official ministry vehicle.The incident occurred when a Toyota Civilian bus, with registration number GV-11, conveying staff of the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition…

The management of Presbyterian Boys’ Senior High School (PRESEC), Legon in the Greater Accra Region, has issued a strongly worded statement condemning comments attributed to media personality and lawyer Miss Serwaa Amihere, in which she reportedly described the school as “a breeding ground for homosexuals.”In a press release dated January 17, 2026, the school’s authorities described the remark as false, reckless, and deeply offensive, stressing that it constitutes an unfair generalisation that maligns students and undermines the integrity of the institution.According to the statement, PRESEC’s management said the comment seeks to attach stigma to the school and misrepresents its long-standing…

Dr Zanetor Agyemang-Rawlings, Member of Parliament for Korley Klottey Constituency, served as a resource person at a high-level workshop on Parliamentary Oversight of Security and Intelligence, organised by the National Security Council Secretariat.The workshop, which brought together lawmakers and security experts, focused on refining the legal and procedural frameworks that guide Ghana’s security sector.In her presentation, Dr Agyemang-Rawlings underscored the critical need to align parliamentary oversight with democratic principles, national security imperatives, and international best practices.“Our law must stand the test of time,” she stated, outlining five essential benchmarks for effective security legislation.“It must pass the litmus test of international…

The Member of Parliament for Lambussie, Prof Titus Beyuo, has attributed the country’s recurring transportation challenges to poor planning and overreliance on road transport, calling for a deliberate shift towards a multi-modal transport system.His comments come amid the ongoing transportation crisis affecting several parts of the country, particularly major urban centres such as Accra and Kumasi.Speaking on The Big Issue on Channel One TV on Saturday, January 17, 2026, Prof Beyuo said the current situation was not new and would likely subside, but stressed that it reflects deeper structural problems.“This is not entirely new, and I think it will settle,…