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The Minister for Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has stated that no Ghanaian has been killed or injured amid the escalating tensions in the Middle East. In a statement issued Tuesday, March 3, 2026, after a virtual meeting with Ghana’s envoys in the region, Mr. Ablakwa said the government had taken proactive steps to assess the situation and strengthen consular protection for citizens. “I convened a virtual meeting with our Ambassadors and Consuls General in the Middle East to assess the latest developments and explore additional consular interventions towards the protection of Ghanaians,” he stated. The meeting was attended by…

The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association says it will not be compelled to increase spare parts prices, despite the recent surge in petroleum costs linked to escalating tensions in the Middle East. According to the Association, although higher fuel prices typically drive up transportation and operational expenses, dealers remain committed to shielding customers from immediate price hikes. The Association cites the relative stability of the exchange rate and the recent cut in the monetary policy rate as key buffers that could help prevent upward adjustments. Head of Communications for the Association, Takyi Addo, in an interview with Citi Business…

The government has commissioned the first dedicated eye surgical and training centre in the Central Region, a move aimed at reducing preventable blindness and improving access to specialist eye care. The 33-bed Surgical Eye and Training Centre, located at the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital, was officially opened by Deputy Minister for Health, Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah. The facility is equipped with three modern operating theatres and is expected to serve not only the Central Region but also neighbouring regions as a referral hub. For years, many patients in the region have had to travel long distances in search of specialised eye…

At least fifteen people have been killed following a head-on collision between a Ford Transit bus and an ambulance on the Kumasi–Sunyani road.The Ford Transit, bearing registration number GT 5676-19, was en route from Kumasi to Drobo when it reportedly collided with an ambulance transporting a pregnant woman from Brobo to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital for emergency medical care.All 15 passengers aboard the Ford Transit died at the scene.The authorities have not yet confirmed the condition of the pregnant woman and other occupants of the ambulance.The bodies of the deceased have been transported to the Mankranso Hospital morgue as…

Nine public officers have been arrested after the interception of a container loaded with undeclared Tramadol at the Tema Port. The suspects include five officers of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), one officer from the Narcotics Control Commission, one Port Security officer, one Energy Commission officer and one Standards Authority officer. They have been granted Police enquiry bail as investigations continue. The arrests follow the seizure of 299 cartons containing 146,932,000 tablets of Tramadol Hydrochloride at 250mg and 225mg, weighing about 34,847.2 kilogrammes. In a press statement released on Tuesday, March 3, the Ghana Revenue Authority…

The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Bernard Ahiafor, has referred the Minority Leader to the Privileges Committee following a formal complaint filed by the Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak who has cited Alexander Afenyo-Markin for contempt. According to the minister, Minorty Leader Afenyo-Markin allegedly maligned the ongoing security recruitment exercise by describing it as a scam and claiming it is imposing heavy financial burden on applicants through the use of a third party IT firm. In a response to the call by the interior minister, the Minority Leader called for a public hearing to be conducted as part of the investigation,…

More than 40,000 registered voters in Ayawaso East are expected to head to the polls on Tuesday, March 3, 2026, to elect a new Member of Parliament. The by-election was triggered by the death of the constituency’s MP, Mahama Naser Toure, in January 2026, leaving the seat vacant. Following their internal primaries, the New Patriotic Party selected Baba Ali as its candidate, while the National Democratic Congress picked former High Commissioner to Nigeria, Baba Jamal, to contest the seat. The Electoral Commission of Ghana has assured residents of a smooth and orderly voting process. Speaking to Citi News on Monday, March 2, the EC’s Director of Research,…

The government has announced its readiness to begin enrolling prospective homeowners into affordable housing units under the National Homeownership Fund (NHF). The initiative forms part of the government’s broader strategy to expand access to affordable housing and reduce the country’s housing shortfall, particularly among working-class citizens struggling to secure decent accommodation. The Minister for Works, Housing and Water Resources, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, made this known after inspecting ongoing housing projects at Shai Hills and Tema Community 22 on Monday, March 2, 2026. He said the housing units, which are nearing completion, are primarily targeted at low- and middle-income earners as…

The Kotobabi District Police Command has arrested a 33-year-old man for allegedly assaulting a motorist following a road traffic accident at Maamobi. The arrest, effected on Wednesday, February 26, 2026, forms part of ongoing investigations into the incident. According to a police statement issued on Monday, March 2, the incident occurred on Saturday, February 22, 2026, when personnel on routine patrol within the Maamobi area encountered the victim, 24-year-old Yakubu Manan Abdul. He reported that he had been involved in a motor accident with the suspect, identified as Razak Kwanda. Preliminary investigations indicate that during the course of the accident,…

The National Democratic Congress mounted a major final rally in support of its parliamentary candidate for the Ayawaso East by-election, Baba Jamal, as the party intensifies efforts ahead of the March 3 poll. The rally forms part of the party’s last push to energise supporters and maximise voter turnout in what it describes as a crucial contest. Party officials say they are leaving nothing to chance as they prepare for the by-election, noting that turnout in such polls is often low. Campaign Manager for the NDC candidate, Alhaji Baba Nuhu Khalid, said the party is treating the election with utmost…