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President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, arrived in Lusaka, Zambia, for a three-day state visit at the invitation of his Zambian counterpart, President Hakainde Hichilema.The president, who is accompanied by his wife, the First Lady, Lordina Dramani Mahama, was warmly received on arrival at the Kenneth Kaunda International Airport by President Hichilema. Also present to welcome him was Ghana’s High Commissioner to Zambia, Madam Elizabeth Nyantakyi.During the visit, President Mahama will hold bilateral talks with President Hichilema on issues of mutual interest, including the strengthening of diplomatic relations, enhanced trade and investment cooperation, and the exploration of…

A 43-year-old man who allegedly posed as a soldier and defrauded a businessman of GH¢192,000.00 under the pretext of providing security has been remanded by a Circuit Court in Accra.Mahama Sani Razak, also known as Major Zack Gariba Tanko, denied charges of defrauding Mr Lambon Justice Iddrisu by falsely claiming that he and his junior military personnel would protect the complainant’s land from land guards.Razak was remanded by Circuit Court Eleven and is expected to reappear on February 10, 2026.The court directed the Prosecution to send the accused, who appeared in court on crutches, to the hospital for medical examination…

Member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) communication team, Hamza Suhuyini, has debunked claims of political motives associated with government plans to rename Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport.According to him, the continued use of the name “Kotoka” is a painful reminder of the devastation caused by the 1966 coup, and the proposed change is aimed at correcting that historical narrative rather than advancing partisan interests.Speaking on Channel One TV’s Breakfast Daily on Wednesday, February 4, he urged Ghanaians to embrace the planned name change, describing it as an opportunity to rebrand the country and better position Ghana on…

President of the GaDangme Council, Nii Ayikoi Otoo, has urged the government to consider naming Ghana’s main international airport after a distinguished Ga chief or prominent Ga personality, rather than adopting the proposed name Accra International Airport. Speaking on Citi Eyewitness News on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, Nii Ayikoi Otoo revealed that consultations are already underway within the Ga community to identify a suitable individual whose legacy would reflect the history and identity of Accra’s indigenous people. According to him, discussions involving civil society organisations and traditional leaders have begun, with plans to formally present a proposal to the government…

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has announced plans to construct an operating theatre at the Kaneshie Polyclinic before the end of 2026.The disclosure was made by Accra Mayor Michael Nii Kpakpo Allotey during a surprise visit to the facility to assess its operational needs on Tuesday, February 3.“They spoke to us about a few challenges they are facing, which have to do with the theatre, and we are going to help. We promised to do that one first before we do anything else. “Once in a while, we will pass through and assess the place and find out from them…

The Kotobabi District Police Command has arrested two suspected street robbers following an intelligence-led patrol operation at Dzorwulu in Accra.In a statement signed by the Greater Accra Regional Head of Public Affairs, Superintendent Juliana Obeng, the police said that on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, a patrol team on routine motorbike patrol encountered two suspicious persons riding an unregistered black Royal 125 motorbike.The suspects—Stephen Gletsu, 37, who was riding the motorbike, and Mohammed Sheriff, 20, the pillion rider—were both dressed in all-black attire and wore black helmets. The pillion rider was observed wielding a cutlass.Upon spotting the police, the suspects sped…

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has announced plans to extend its ongoing decongestion exercise beyond the Central Business District (CBD) to other parts of the Greater Accra Region.The month-long operation, which began in the CBD on Monday, February 2, is aimed at clearing traders from pavements to ensure the free movement of pedestrians and improve public safety.Speaking to the media, the Mayor of Accra, Michael Nii Kpakpo Allotey, said the exercise would be carried out in collaboration with other municipal and district assemblies in the region.According to him, the enforcement drive is a coordinated regional effort to ensure compliance with…

The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Madam Emelia Arthur (MP), has undertaken a two-day working visit to selected aquaculture farms in the Eastern, Volta and Greater Accra Regions as part of the government’s strategic efforts to expand domestic fish production, strengthen food security and create sustainable jobs, in line with the vision of His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana.The visit forms part of the government’s broader agenda to reposition aquaculture as a key driver of import substitution, industrial growth and inclusive economic development under the President’s national development framework and the 24-Hour Economy policy.Aquaculture…

The Managing Director of Tema Development Company (TDC) Ghana Limited, Courage Nunekpeku, has announced a major transformation agenda aimed at repositioning the state-owned housing developer as a more efficient, technology-driven institution focused on delivering affordable and sustainable housing for Ghanaians.Speaking at TDC’s 5th Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Tema, held to review the company’s performance for the 2024 financial year and assess progress made between 2020 and 2024, Mr Nunekpeku said the company is redefining its operations after more than 70 years in Ghana’s housing sector.He said TDC is expanding its service portfolio to improve customer experience and operational efficiency.…

The Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources has outlined a results-driven agenda for 2026, following a three-day management retreat held at Ellembele in the Western Region.The retreat brought together Heads of Agencies, Directors, and Senior Officials of the Ministry under the theme “Ideate, Strategise, Deliver,” aimed at strengthening coordination, improving policy execution, and enhancing service delivery across the sector.Discussions at the retreat focused on developing innovative strategies, assessing performance outcomes, and aligning institutional efforts with national development priorities in the areas of land administration, forestry, mining, and natural resource management.Officials used the platform to review ongoing programmes, identify operational challenges,…