A detained Nigerian military plane and its crew are now free after a diplomatic fix. The aircraft, held by authorities in Burkina Faso over an airspace violation claim, was received by a Ghanaian special envoy. President John Mahama's representative, retired Lt Col Larry Gbevlo Lartey, accepted the crew on his behalf. Government communications minister Felix Kwakye Ofosu praised both nations for solving the issue through talks, calling it a sign of strong regional ties.
The eleven-person Nigerian Air Force team was detained after an emergency landing. They will stay in Ghana briefly to rest and check the aircraft before continuing to Portugal for planned maintenance. Nigerian Foreign Minister Yusuf Tuggar confirmed the resolution came...
A former National Lottery Authority communications manager defended the agency's deal with a private firm. Razak Kojo Opoku pushed back against claims from an investigative outlet and its reporter, Sulemana Briamah. He called their allegations about the NLA arrangement with KGL Technology Limited legally mistaken. Opoku stated the company only sells lottery tickets online under a proper license, while the NLA alone runs the actual game draws.
He argued the relevant law separates conducting the lotto from retailing it. The rules about commissions and payments were written for physical kiosk operations, not fully fitting digital platforms. Opoku said blaming KGL for the NLA's old financial problems is wrong. He cited data showing the...
Police in Navrongo ramped up security with an evening operation before Christmas. The divisional command conducted a targeted sweep of high-crime areas across the township. Officers arrested eight suspects during the action, identifying them as Mohammed Nasiru, Pwoawuvi Isaac, Roger Kansah, Akinkana Akanpiiba, Kingsley Adafula, Abraham Akanporise, Zakaria Mohammed, and Clinton Atinmoliga.
Authorities seized various items, including tramadol pills, multiple pairs of scissors, a mobile phone, a television, and a motorcycle. The suspects are now in custody for questioning and screening. Police stated that anyone linked to criminal acts will be prosecuted. The service reiterated its commitment to keeping order over the holidays, asking the...
Ghana's Local Government Minister Ahmed Ibrahim finished a national cleanup effort ahead of the holidays. He told all regional and district leaders to make their areas spotless for Christmas visitors. The minister inspected major ceremonial routes like the John Evans Atta Mills Highway with a delegation, focusing on zones in the Korle Klottey municipality and Burma Camp.
He praised security agencies, including the Armed Forces and Fire Service, for working together on the ground, clearing weeds and debris. The minister called this collaboration a gold standard for leadership. He stressed that cleanliness is a key disaster prevention measure, especially around areas housing the President and diplomatic offices. Ibrahim announced plans...
Vice President Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang stated Ghana has the domestic expertise to fix its biggest problems. She made the remarks during a visit to the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, calling it the nation's top research body. She emphasized the need for practical solutions in areas like farming, health, and climate change, urging deeper collaboration with the government.
She praised the CSIR's historical work and encouraged its researchers to be more vocal and visible. The Vice President asked them to engage more with policymaking and public exhibitions. The CSIR team thanked the government for support, specifically mentioning the Ghana Research Fund and a partnership with the World Food Programme. They also...
A little girl died after being hit by a vehicle with broken brakes. The three-year-old was holding her pregnant mother's hand in the Akrofo community within Ghana's Berekum Municipality. The child died immediately at the scene. Her mother suffered injuries but is now in stable condition at Berekum Holy Family Hospital. The victim's body is at that hospital's morgue.
The driver and his assistant escaped without harm. They are helping police with the investigation of the vehicle, which bears the registration GHA69-47-10. Local Assemblyman Kwasi Nketia blamed narrow roads for contributing to the accident. He criticized authorities for ignoring repeated community requests to widen the roads. Nketia said the area remains in shock over the...
American military engineers are in Grenada fixing coast guard boats this week. A specialized U.S. Southern Command team, called the CBSI TAFT, arrived at the Grenadian government's request. The group includes engineers and logistics experts from the U.S. Coast Guard and the Army. They are working with the local police force and coast guard personnel to repair maritime assets originally provided by the United States.
The U.S. Embassy stated this cooperation shows Grenada's focus on being operationally ready. It also highlights the strong partnership between the two countries on regional safety. The assistance falls under the Caribbean Basin Security Initiative, a program aimed at fighting trafficking and improving security. American...
Guyanese Vice President Bharrat Jagdeo directly denied rumors about his health. He called claims of a prostate or throat cancer diagnosis completely false and politically driven. Jagdeo stated he is not ill and has no such medical condition. He linked the speculation to opposition groups trying to distract from government projects.
He referenced a specific online claim about an impersonator named Delip, firmly dismissing it. The Vice President noted these rumors gained traction after one of his lengthy weekly press conferences. He expressed worry about public misinformation causing unnecessary fear. Jagdeo emphasized his work schedule remains packed, playing a key role in supporting President Irfaan Ali's national development plans. He...
Vincentian Prime Minister Godwin Friday dismissed new legal challenges to his government's election win. Two opposition ULP candidates, Carlos Williams and Luke Browne, filed petitions claiming that Friday and Foreign Minister Fitz Bramble were ineligible to run due to holding Canadian citizenship. The governing New Democratic Party leader brushed off the lawsuits, referencing the recent holiday season and a popular discount shopping day. He stated the people had given his party an overwhelming mandate in the recent polls.
The petitions argue that by acquiring Canadian citizenship as adults, the officials pledged allegiance to a foreign power, violating the Constitution. Friday and Bramble counter that the nation's founding document...
