Author: Abongobi Media

The Ministry of the Interior has announced that the 2025/26 Centralised Services E-Recruitment Portal (C-SERP) aptitude test will be conducted online for applicants seeking enlistment into the security services.According to a statement issued by the Ministry, the aptitude test will form part of the recruitment process for the Ghana Police Service, Ghana Prisons Service, Ghana National Fire Service, and the Ghana Immigration Service.Applicants have been advised to take the test using a computer system equipped with a webcam and microphone to ensure smooth participation in the online examination.The aptitude test will be conducted in three category lots.Applicants under Category A,…

Private legal practitioner, Prince Benson Mankotam, has criticised the High Court’s decision to reduce the 15-year jail sentence handed to Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, to one year, arguing that the court failed to adequately consider key aggravating factors associated with the offence. Speaking on Starr Showbiz with Feeling Daddy on Starr 103.5 FM on Saturday, February 7, Mankotam said the offence of defrauding by false pretence, for which Nana Agradaa was convicted, carries serious legal implications under Ghanaian law and should attract a custodial sentence that reflects its gravity. According to him, defrauding by false pretence…

Alhassan Sayibu Suhuyini, the Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways, has hailed the Appolonia City project as the gold standard for urban development in Ghana. The Deputy Minister emphasised that the project serves as a model for infrastructure-led urban development, showcasing how disciplined, private-sector-led planning can effectively reshape the nation’s housing and economic landscape. He said this at Appolonia City’s newly commissioned works, executed in partnership with Core Construction Limited. This phase involves the delivery of approximately 25 kilometres of high-quality asphalt roads, incorporating pedestrian walkways, cycling paths, kerbs, and comprehensive stormwater drainage systems. Suhuyini noted that the groundbreaking was…

Renowned broadcaster Paul Adom-Otchere has criticised the announced plan by the government to rename the Kotoka International Airport (KIA) to Accra International Airport (AIA). Speaking during a panel discussion on JoyNews’ NewsFile, he said the move was being masterminded by a group of individuals who want to paint Ghana’s first president as a saint in the eyes of Ghanaians, which he indicated was far from the truth. He said that the planned removal of the name of Lieutenant Colonel Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, after whom the airport was named, forms part of a plan to “restore Nkrumah’s image 100%” before the…

Ghana has recorded a significant reduction in food inflation, signalling strong progress under the Feed Ghana programme, according to recent figures.In just one year, food inflation fell sharply to 3.9 percent in January 2026, down from 28.3 percent in December 2024.The dramatic decline represents one of the lowest food inflation rates recorded in the country in recent years.The improvement is being attributed to targeted agricultural interventions aimed at boosting domestic food production by the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, stabilising supply chains, and reducing pressure on food prices.Analysts say the development offers relief to households and businesses, particularly low-income families…

Broadcast journalist and host of The Morning Starr on Starr 103.5 FM, Naa Dedei Tettey, has been named Radio Newscaster of the Year (English Language) at the 15th GoldBond RTP Awards.The prestigious awards ceremony took place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the Accra International Conference Centre, bringing together key figures in Ghana’s media and creative industry to celebrate excellence in broadcasting.Naa Dedei Tettey received the honour after being nominated in two competitive categories at the 2025 edition of the awards, Best Radio Morning Show Host of the Year and Radio Newscaster of the Year (English Language). Her win in…

President John Dramani Mahama has directed a recall of Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed (Baba Jamal) from his position as Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria.The directive, announced in a press statement signed by Minister of Communication Felix Kwakye Ofosu on Saturday, February 7, follows Baba Jamal’s participation and subsequent victory in the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primary for the Ayawaso East Constituency.In the primary, Baba Jamal polled 431 votes to defeat Hajia Amina Adam, who received 399 votes, in a closely watched contest that attracted significant public attention.While multiple candidates faced allegations of vote inducement during the primaries, President Mahama…

The Global Media Foundation (GloMeF), a Sunyani-based anti-corruption, human rights and media advocacy organisation, has congratulated President John Dramani Mahama for earning recognition on the international stage.President Mahama has been ranked fifth on the prestigious DEVEX ‘Power 50’ list, which highlights personalities shaping global development.In a statement signed by Mr Raphael Godlove Ahenu, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of GloMeF, and copied to the Ghana News Agency, the organisation described the ranking as a significant global endorsement of President Mahama’s leadership, influence and contributions to international development, diplomacy and democratic governance.The statement said: “President Mahama’s inclusion and remarkable ranking as…

The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested Seth Welbeck, 53, for threat of death and unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition.The arrest occurred on Tuesday, February 3, following a forgery case in which the suspect had been issued a criminal summons to appear before the Accra Circuit Court.A statement signed by Superintendent Juliana Obeng, the Head of Public Affairs, Accra Region, said the suspect was being escorted to the court cells after proceedings when he requested permission from the investigator to lock his vehicle.In the process, the suspect suddenly retrieved a Smith & Wesson SD9 VE pistol, loaded with…

Baba Jamal, Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, has won the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primary in the Ayawaso East Constituency after a closely contested and tension-filled election on Saturday.Out of 964 votes cast, Mr Jamal polled 431 votes, narrowly defeating his closest rival, Hajia Amina Adam, who obtained 399 votes.The other contestants were Mr Mohammed Ramne, who secured 88 votes, Dr Yakubu Azindow, 45 votes, and Mr Najib Mohammed Sani, who received one vote.The election, held at Centres A and B, recorded a high voter turnout, with 964 of the 1,039 registered voters casting their ballots.The atmosphere at the…