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<p>In a letter dated March 24, 2026, Sir Sam Jonah, Executive Chairman of , accepted his role as Lead Champion of the initiative. He said Africa has talked about unity for too long without real action, while borders continue to limit trade and movement.</p>
<p>He explained that the campaign is different because it focuses on action, not just promises. The initiative, led by the , aims to collect 10 million signatures from Africans.</p>
<p>The signatures will be presented to leaders at the 40th Summit in in February 2027 to push for real change.</p>
<p>As Lead Champion, Sir Sam Jonah is expected to help promote the campaign and gather support across the continent.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"427";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:13:"Sir Sam Jonah";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-26 18:10:58";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69c57666017b7.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69c576660f40c.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69c57666186d0.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69c576661e32a.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69c5766621df2.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:1;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"316";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:63:"Ibrahim Mahama Pushes for Accountability in Police Assault Case";s:4:"slug";s:63:"ibrahim-mahama-pushes-for-accountability-in-police-assault-case";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:411:"Ghanaian artist Ibrahim Mahama is demanding accountability and transparency following an alleged assault involving officers of the Ghana Police Service. After meeting with the Police Management Board, he stressed that his pursuit is focused on justice rather than financial compensation. The case has sparked wider public debate about police professionalism, use of force, and the need for institutional reform.";s:7:"content";s:2019:"<p>Renowned Ghanaian visual artist has reiterated that his response to an alleged assault by police officers is rooted in a demand for justice and institutional accountability, not financial compensation.</p>
<p>His comments follow a high-level engagement with the Police Management Board (POMAB) of the on Thursday, March 26, 2026. The meeting forms part of ongoing inquiries into claims that members of the Inspector General of Police’s Special Task Force, reportedly operating the “Black Maria,” were involved in an incident that has since sparked public concern.</p>
<p>Addressing journalists after the meeting, Ibrahim Mahama clarified that his primary interest lies in seeing due process followed and the truth brought to light. According to him, cases of alleged misconduct by security personnel must be treated with urgency and openness to reinforce public confidence in law enforcement institutions.</p>
<p>He further noted that beyond his personal experience, the matter raises broader questions about professionalism, the use of force, and accountability within the police service. Mahama indicated that pursuing the issue is also about setting a precedent to ensure that similar concerns raised by ordinary citizens are not overlooked.</p>
<p>The development has triggered conversations among civil society groups and the general public, many of whom are demanding transparency in the investigative process. Observers say the outcome of the case could influence ongoing discussions about police reforms and the protection of human rights.</p>
<p>While the has yet to publicly detail its findings, officials have assured that the matter is being handled with the seriousness it deserves. The Service is expected to provide updates as investigations progress.</p>
<p>Mahama’s stance, emphasizing justice over monetary settlement, has been widely interpreted as a call for systemic integrity rather than personal redress—an approach that continues to shape public discourse around the case.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"426";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-03-26 18:12:19";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-26 17:56:10";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69c57136e9577.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69c5713702ab9.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69c571370d6d1.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69c5713715e8b.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69c571371b522.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:2;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"315";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:79:"Ga Traditional Council Announces Date for 2026 Noise-Making Ban Ahead of Homowo";s:4:"slug";s:79:"ga-traditional-council-announces-date-for-2026-noise-making-ban-ahead-of-homowo";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:349:"The Ga Traditional Council has announced the annual ban on noise-making in Accra ahead of the Homowo Festival. The directive, expected to last about a month, restricts loud activities to promote peace, cultural respect, and spiritual preparation before the festival. Authorities have urged full compliance, warning that violators may face sanctions.";s:7:"content";s:1500:"<p>The Ga Traditional Council has officially announced the date for the annual ban on noise-making as part of preparations toward the .</p>
<p>The ban, which is a significant cultural observance among the Ga people in , is expected to commence in mid-May and will last for approximately one month. During this period, residents, religious bodies, and entertainment operators are required to minimize noise levels as a sign of respect for tradition and spiritual reflection.</p>
<p>The directive prohibits activities such as drumming, the use of loudspeakers, and loud music in public spaces, including churches, pubs, and event centers. The council emphasized that the exercise is not intended to restrict freedom of worship or social activities but to preserve the sanctity of the customs leading up to the Homowo celebrations.</p>
<p>According to the council, the ban plays a crucial role in fostering unity, discipline, and reverence for ancestral heritage. Homowo, which means “hooting at hunger,” commemorates the resilience of the Ga people in overcoming famine and is marked with feasting, traditional rituals, and cultural displays.</p>
<p>Authorities have indicated that security agencies will be deployed to ensure compliance throughout the period, warning that individuals or institutions who flout the directive may face sanctions.</p>
<p>Residents and stakeholders have therefore been urged to cooperate fully to ensure a peaceful and successful observance of the tradition.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"425";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:9:"Ga Mantse";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-03-26 17:51:22";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-26 17:49:45";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69c5712883190.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69c571288eff4.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69c5712898475.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69c571289d8b6.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69c57128a193e.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:3;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"312";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:82:"Mahama Admits Galamsey Deeply Rooted Across Key Sectors, Warns Fight Will Be Tough";s:4:"slug";s:81:"mahama-admits-galamsey-deeply-rooted-across-key-sectors-warns-fight-will-be-tough";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:223:"President John Mahama has admitted that galamsey is deeply embedded across political and local systems, warning that while the fight against illegal mining will be difficult, it remains necessary to protect the environment.";s:7:"content";s:1243:"<p>President John Dramani Mahama has acknowledged that illegal mining, widely known as <strong>galamsey</strong>, is deeply entrenched within <strong>Ghana’s political</strong>, <strong>traditional</strong>, and <strong>local governance structures</strong>.</p>
<p>Speaking on the issue, the President noted that the widespread nature of galamsey makes it a complex challenge that cannot be addressed overnight. He cautioned that tackling the menace would require sustained effort, strong political will, and cooperation from all stakeholders.</p>
<p>According to him, the involvement of actors across different levels of society has made enforcement difficult, but he stressed that this should not deter the country from pursuing decisive action. He emphasized that protecting Ghana’s environment and water bodies must remain a national priority.</p>
<p>President Mahama further indicated that the government is committed to intensifying measures to combat illegal mining, even though the process may face resistance due to entrenched interests.</p>
<p>His remarks come amid growing public concern over the environmental and economic impact of galamsey, including the destruction of farmlands and pollution of major water sources.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"419";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:82:"Mahama Admits Galamsey Deeply Rooted Across Key Sectors, Warns Fight Will Be Tough";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-19 13:01:41";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69bbeaa54642d.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69bbeaa55e10a.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69bbeaa572539.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69bbeaa58124c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69bbeaa58cfb2.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:4;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"310";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:70:"Mahama Urges Tenants to Report Landlords Demanding Excess Rent Advance";s:4:"slug";s:70:"mahama-urges-tenants-to-report-landlords-demanding-excess-rent-advance";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:181:"President John Mahama has urged tenants to report landlords who demand excessive rent advance, stressing the enforcement of Ghana’s rent laws to protect renters from exploitation.";s:7:"content";s:1140:"<p>President John Dramani Mahama has directed tenants across Ghana to report landlords who demand rent advances beyond what is permitted by law.</p>
<p>The President’s directive is aimed at enforcing provisions under the Rent Act 1963 (Act 220), which limits the amount of advance rent landlords can legally request from tenants. The move comes amid growing complaints about landlords charging multiple years of rent upfront, placing a heavy financial burden on renters.</p>
<p>According to President Mahama, tenants should not hesitate to report such practices to the appropriate authorities, including the Rent Control Department, to ensure compliance and protect their rights.</p>
<p>He emphasized that the government remains committed to addressing housing challenges and ensuring fairness in the rental market. The directive is also expected to strengthen enforcement efforts and discourage exploitative practices within the sector.</p>
<p>Many tenants have welcomed the call, describing it as a necessary step toward easing the pressure of accommodation costs, especially in major cities where rent demands continue to rise.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"419";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:70:"Mahama Urges Tenants to Report Landlords Demanding Excess Rent Advance";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-19 12:26:52";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69bbeaa54642d.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69bbeaa55e10a.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69bbeaa572539.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69bbeaa58124c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69bbeaa58cfb2.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:5;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"306";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:70:"Veteran Actor Godfred Opoku Resurfaces After Earlier Blindness Reports";s:4:"slug";s:70:"veteran-actor-godfred-opoku-resurfaces-after-earlier-blindness-reports";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:229:"Veteran actor Godfred Opoku has resurfaced after earlier reports claimed he had gone blind due to severe vision problems. His public appearance has reassured fans, though details about his current health condition remain unclear.";s:7:"content";s:1262:"<p>Veteran Ghanaian actor Godfred Opoku has reappeared in public following earlier reports that he had lost his sight, sparking relief and renewed interest among fans and the local film community.</p>
<p>Concerns about the actor’s health surfaced months ago after claims circulated that he was battling severe vision problems that had left him blind. The reports prompted an outpouring of sympathy from supporters who remembered his contributions to Ghana’s movie industry.</p>
<p>His recent resurfacing suggests an improvement in his condition, although details about his health status remain limited. Observers say he appeared calm and in relatively stable condition, easing fears about his well-being.</p>
<p>Godfred Opoku, known for his memorable roles in Ghanaian films, has long been regarded as one of the familiar faces of the country’s entertainment scene. His return to public view has been welcomed by colleagues and fans alike, many of whom have expressed hope for his full recovery.</p>
<p>The development has reignited conversations about the welfare of veteran actors and the need for sustained support systems for aging figures in the creative arts sector.</p>
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<p>The announcement was made at the Ghana Agrotech Fair 2026 held at Black Star Square on Monday, March 17, 2026.</p>
<p>According to the President, the initiative is designed to transform farming by improving access to equipment and services that many smallholder farmers cannot afford individually.</p>
<p>“I am pleased to announce that we will construct 50 Farmer Service Centres across the country in key agricultural producing areas,” he stated.</p>
<p>The centres will offer a range of essential services, including tractors for land preparation, ploughing, harrowing, transportation of farm inputs, and grain-processing equipment such as shellers.</p>
<p>Officials say the programme forms part of broader agricultural reforms aimed at modernising the sector and strengthening value chains. Key frameworks supporting the initiative include the Modernising Agriculture in Ghana and the Ghana Agricultural Sector Investment Programme.</p>
<p>Agriculture remains a critical pillar of Ghana’s economy, employing a significant portion of the population. However, limited access to machinery and post-harvest services has long been identified as a major barrier to productivity and profitability.</p>
<p>By situating the centres in major farming zones, the government hopes to reduce production costs, improve efficiency, and minimize post-harvest losses while enabling farmers to scale up operations.</p>
<p>Stakeholders in the agricultural sector say the success of the initiative will depend on effective management, affordability of services, and equitable distribution across regions.</p>
<p>The announcement has generated optimism among farmers and agribusiness players, who see mechanisation as key to achieving food security and expanding agro-based industries.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"255";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-17 19:06:25";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_69742bc79f64b.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_69742bc7b6bf4.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_69742bc7cc294.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_69742bc7dbe2a.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_69742bc7e9b6c.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:7;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"299";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:90:"Beyond the Grades: Calls Grow for Scholarship Reforms to Support Talents Outside Academics";s:4:"slug";s:89:"beyond-the-grades-calls-grow-for-scholarship-reforms-to-support-talents-outside-academics";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:589:"A growing conversation in Ghana is challenging the long-standing scholarship requirement of selecting only “brilliant but needy” students. Concerned citizen Dominic Komla Atama argues that this approach may exclude many talented but academically struggling individuals who possess skills in innovation, leadership, and entrepreneurship. The discussion calls on institutions like the Ghana Education Service and the Ghana Education Trust Fund to broaden scholarship criteria and recognize potential beyond examination grades, creating more inclusive opportunities for youth development.";s:7:"content";s:3527:"<p>Across Ghana, scholarships and education support programs have long been designed around a familiar requirement: beneficiaries must be “brilliant but needy.” While this model has helped many academically outstanding students continue their education, some citizens are now calling for a broader approach that recognizes talents beyond examination grades.</p>
<p>A concerned citizen, Dominic Komla Atama, has sparked conversation on the issue, arguing that the country risks overlooking many capable young people who may not perform well in traditional academic examinations but possess other valuable skills.</p>
<p>In a reflective piece circulating online, Mr. Atama pointed out that academic results often become the sole yardstick for determining who deserves educational support. He noted that although supporting academically excellent students is important, the system may unintentionally shut out those who struggle with examinations but demonstrate strengths in areas such as entrepreneurship, leadership, innovation, and practical problem-solving.</p>
<p>According to him, many students put in significant effort in school yet fail to achieve top grades, not because they lack intelligence or dedication, but because standardized exams do not always capture different forms of human ability.</p>
<p>The concern has renewed discussions around scholarship policies administered by government institutions such as the Ghana Education Service and financial aid initiatives like the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund), which traditionally prioritize academic performance as a key eligibility criterion.</p>
<p>Mr. Atama suggests that policymakers and development partners rethink how opportunities are distributed among young people. Instead of focusing exclusively on grades, he proposes programs that identify talents through innovation forums, skills discovery platforms, and community-based initiatives.</p>
<p>Such programs, he believes, would allow young people who may not excel in written examinations to demonstrate their potential through practical skills, business ideas, and creative thinking.</p>
<p>The discussion has drawn attention from several public figures and stakeholders, including entrepreneurs, politicians, and youth advocates. Individuals such as Richard Nii-Armah Quaye, Wodemaya, Eric Edem Agbana, David Gibbs, Bismark McMahon and Sharaf Mahama were among those tagged in the message to help amplify the conversation.</p>
<p>Political leaders including President John Dramani Mahama and Member of Parliament John Dumelo were also mentioned as part of a broader appeal for policymakers to consider reforms that encourage inclusive youth development.</p>
<p>The writer emphasized that expanding the definition of “brilliance” would not weaken Ghana’s education system but rather strengthen it by unlocking diverse talents within the population.</p>
<p>Observers say the argument reflects a wider global debate about the role of examinations in measuring intelligence and determining opportunity.</p>
<p>For many advocates, the central question remains whether Ghana’s development strategies should continue to prioritize academic excellence alone or evolve to recognize innovation, technical skills, and creativity as equally valuable paths to national progress.</p>
<p>As the conversation grows, some stakeholders believe that rethinking scholarship criteria could open doors for many young Ghanaians whose abilities lie outside traditional classroom performance.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"406";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"8";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:19:"Dominic Komla Atama";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-03-08 10:22:46";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-08 10:17:50";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69ad4c7346d3a.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69ad4c736257d.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69ad4c736f35b.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69ad4c737569d.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69ad4c737b2c7.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:8;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"298";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:80:"Local Government Minister Hails Restoration of Peace in Sunyani Traditional Area";s:4:"slug";s:80:"local-government-minister-hails-restoration-of-peace-in-sunyani-traditional-area";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1644:"<p></p>
<p>The Minister for Local Government, Decentralisation and Rural Development has commended traditional authorities, security agencies, and residents of the Sunyani Traditional Area for their collective efforts in restoring peace after recent tensions in the community.</p>
<p>Speaking during a visit to Sunyani, the Minister praised the role played by chiefs and opinion leaders in promoting dialogue and unity, which he said had been instrumental in resolving misunderstandings that previously threatened stability in the area.</p>
<p>According to the Minister, the return of calm to the traditional area is a significant step toward sustaining development and strengthening local governance structures. He noted that peaceful communities create the environment needed for government policies and development projects to thrive.</p>
<p>The Minister urged residents to remain vigilant and continue to resolve disputes through lawful and traditional channels rather than resorting to violence. He also assured the people that government would continue to support initiatives aimed at maintaining peace and security.</p>
<p>Traditional leaders in the area also expressed gratitude to the government and security agencies for their swift intervention during the disturbances. They reaffirmed their commitment to working closely with local authorities to prevent future conflicts and promote harmony among residents.</p>
<p>Community members have welcomed the renewed sense of calm, expressing hope that the restored peace will attract more development projects and improve economic activities within the Sunyani Traditional Area.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"403";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"2";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-07 20:53:17";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69ac8fff0870c.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69ac8fff33311.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69ac8fff5e3ab.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69ac8fff87b2c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69ac8fffac21e.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:6:"samuet";s:11:"author_slug";s:6:"samuet";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:9;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"297";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:63:"Ghana’s 69th Independence: A Moment of Reflection and Renewal";s:4:"slug";s:59:"ghanas-69th-independence-a-moment-of-reflection-and-renewal";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:302:"Ghana has marked its 69th Independence Anniversary with a modest ceremony at Jubilee House in Accra. The occasion served as a moment for reflection on the country’s history, achievements and future aspirations, with leaders urging citizens to work together toward national development and prosperity.";s:7:"content";s:2099:"<p>As Ghana marks its 69th Independence Anniversary, the celebration has become more than a ceremonial event it is a moment for national reflection on the country’s journey, challenges and aspirations for the future.</p>
<p>The anniversary commemorates March 6, 1957, when Kwame Nkrumah declared the country free from British colonial rule, making Ghana the first nation in sub-Saharan Africa to gain independence. Nearly seven decades later, the day continues to inspire discussions about national unity, leadership and development.</p>
<p>This year’s commemoration took place at the forecourt of Jubilee House, where a scaled-down ceremony was organised as part of government efforts to reduce public spending while still honouring the historic milestone.</p>
<p>Delivering the national message, John Dramani Mahama called on citizens to embrace unity and shared responsibility in building a stronger nation. According to him, Ghana’s progress depends on the collective commitment of its people to work together toward economic recovery and sustainable development.</p>
<p>The event featured traditional cultural performances, a guard of honour mounted by the security services and participation from students representing schools across the country. The presence of young people at the ceremony served as a reminder that the future of the nation lies in the hands of the next generation.</p>
<p>Beyond the main celebration in Accra, several regional and district events were organised nationwide, with communities hosting march-pasts, cultural displays and civic activities to mark the occasion.</p>
<p>For many Ghanaians, the anniversary is not only about celebration but also about reflecting on the nation’s progress in areas such as democracy, education and economic growth while acknowledging the challenges that still remain.</p>
<p>As the country steps into its 69th year of independence, the message from leaders and citizens alike remains clear: the spirit of freedom achieved in 1957 must continue to guide Ghana’s pursuit of prosperity and national transformation.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"371";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:21:"69th independence day";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-06 13:35:45";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69a5966c976ba.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69a5966ca2011.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69a5966caab04.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69a5966caf675.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69a5966cb23c6.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:10;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"296";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:90:"John Dramani Mahama Pledges Stable Business Environment to Boost Private Sector Investment";s:4:"slug";s:90:"john-dramani-mahama-pledges-stable-business-environment-to-boost-private-sector-investment";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:271:"President John Mahama has assured businesses that the government will maintain a stable and transparent policy environment to encourage investment and support private sector growth. He made the remarks at the commissioning of a Supacem Cement calcined clay plant in Tema.";s:7:"content";s:1296:"<p>President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating a stable and transparent policy environment to encourage private sector growth and investment in Ghana.</p>
<p>According to the President, a predictable policy framework is essential for businesses seeking to mobilise capital and undertake large-scale projects that can drive national development.</p>
<p>He made the remarks during the commissioning of a calcined clay plant owned by Supacem Cement in Tema on Thursday, March 5, 2026.</p>
<p>President Mahama emphasised that government policies will continue to focus on strengthening private sector participation in the economy.</p>
<p>“When the policy environment is transparent, stable and supportive of enterprises, the private sector will respond and will have the confidence to mobilise capital and undertake projects of global significance,” he said.</p>
<p>He further noted that sustained collaboration between government and businesses remains crucial for expanding industrial development and creating economic opportunities.</p>
<p>The President added that maintaining a favourable investment climate will help attract long-term investments, stimulate industrial growth, and support Ghana’s broader economic transformation agenda.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"255";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"4";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:36:"His Excellency President John Mahama";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-05 15:05:34";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_69742bc79f64b.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_69742bc7b6bf4.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_69742bc7cc294.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_69742bc7dbe2a.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_69742bc7e9b6c.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:11;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"293";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:93:"Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana Rejects Proposal to Make CAGD Independent";s:4:"slug";s:92:"civil-and-local-government-staff-association-ghana-rejects-proposal-to-make-cagd-independent";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:260:"CLOGSAG has rejected a proposal to make the Controller and Accountant General’s Department independent from the Ministry of Finance. The association argues the department should remain under the ministry to ensure effective management of government finances.";s:7:"content";s:1369:"<p>The Civil and Local Government Staff Association, Ghana (CLOGSAG) has opposed a proposal by the Constitution Review Committee to make the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) an independent institution separate from the Ministry of Finance.</p>
<p>According to the association, the department functions as the implementing arm of the Finance Ministry and must remain under its administrative authority to ensure efficient coordination in the management of public finances.</p>
<p>Speaking at a press conference in Accra on Wednesday, CLOGSAG Executive Secretary Isaac Bampoe Addo explained that the CAGD plays a critical role in executing government accounting functions, processing payments, and managing treasury operations on behalf of the Ministry of Finance.</p>
<p>He argued that separating the department from the ministry could disrupt the country’s fiscal management framework.</p>
<p>“As part of the executive machinery responsible for implementing fiscal policy, the CAGD should remain administratively situated within the Ministry of Finance rather than be structurally separated into an independent constitutional body,” he stated.</p>
<p>CLOGSAG maintains that keeping the department within the ministry will help preserve effective financial oversight and ensure smoother implementation of government fiscal policies.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"400";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-03-05 13:14:27";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-05 13:12:00";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69a981a4434f7.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69a981a44df97.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69a981a4568ed.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69a981a45c47c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69a981a45f244.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:12;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"288";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:68:"Customs Officers Uncover 146.9 Million Tramadol Tablets at Tema Port";s:4:"slug";s:67:"customs-officers-uncover-1469-million-tramadol-tablets-at-tema-port";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:200:"The Ghana Revenue Authority has seized 146.9 million Tramadol tablets at Tema Port. Officials are investigating the shipment, which raises concerns about drug abuse and illegal pharmaceutical imports.";s:7:"content";s:1195:"<p>The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has intercepted a massive consignment of 146.9 million Tramadol tablets at the Tema Port, in what authorities describe as one of the largest pharmaceutical seizures in recent times.</p>
<p>According to officials, the shipment was flagged during routine inspection processes at the port. Preliminary findings indicate that the consignment was either undeclared or improperly documented, prompting further investigation by customs officers.</p>
<p>Tramadol, a prescription painkiller, has become a growing concern across West Africa due to its abuse, particularly among the youth. Security agencies have repeatedly warned about the health risks and social consequences associated with the misuse of the drug.</p>
<p>The GRA stated that investigations are ongoing to identify those behind the shipment and determine whether additional accomplices may be involved. The intercepted tablets are expected to undergo further regulatory review before any final action is taken.</p>
<p>Authorities say the seizure underscores their continued commitment to tightening port security and preventing the influx of illicit or controlled substances into the country.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"394";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-04 09:37:46";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69a7fd2e364cf.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69a7fd2e4b96f.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69a7fd2e58672.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69a7fd2e602db.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69a7fd2e663a4.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:13;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"282";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:71:"Minority MPs Tour Cocoa Communities, Criticize Government’s Price Cut";s:4:"slug";s:67:"minority-mps-tour-cocoa-communities-criticize-governments-price-cut";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:304:"Minority MPs, led by Frank Annoh-Dompreh, toured cocoa-growing communities in the Eastern Region to protest the government’s reduction of cocoa producer prices. They urged a bailout to protect farmers from bearing the full impact of global price fluctuations, citing rising costs and economic hardship.";s:7:"content";s:1506:"<p>The Minority Chief Whip in Parliament, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, has led a team of Minority Caucus members on a fact-finding tour of cocoa-growing communities in Ghana’s Eastern Region, following the government’s recent reduction of cocoa producer prices.</p>
<p>The visit comes amid growing concern among farmers over the price adjustment, which the government attributes to declining global cocoa prices. Officials have maintained that the new rates reflect international market conditions.</p>
<p>Mr. Annoh-Dompreh, however, criticized the decision, describing it as a “rip-off,” and called for a government bailout to cushion farmers rather than forcing them to bear the full burden of global price fluctuations. He emphasized that cocoa producers are already grappling with rising input costs and broader economic challenges.</p>
<p>Joining the Chief Whip on the tour were MPs including Kwabena Okyere Darko Mensah, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Isaac Yaw Opoku, Michael Aidoo, Seth Osei-Akoto, Samuel Awuku, Ida Adjoa Asiedu, Laurette Korkor Asante, Alexander Akwasi Acquah, Charles Asuako Owiredu, Alexander Agyare, Davis Opoku Ansah, Gideon Boako, and Rudolf Amoako-Gyampah.</p>
<p>During discussions with farmers, the MPs stressed that reducing producer prices without providing compensatory support threatens livelihoods and could undermine the cocoa sector. The Minority’s tour highlights ongoing tensions between the government and opposition over agricultural policy and farmer welfare.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"385";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:71:"Minority MPs Tour Cocoa Communities, Criticize Government’s Price Cut";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-03 15:25:46";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69a6fcba3d65d.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69a6fcba5da99.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69a6fcba70f6a.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69a6fcba8057b.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69a6fcba89506.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:14;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"271";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:45:"328 Test Positive for Elephantiasis in Wenchi";s:4:"slug";s:45:"328-test-positive-for-elephantiasis-in-wenchi";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:145:"A total of 328 people in the Wenchi Municipality of the Bono Region have tested positive for elephantiasis following a health screening exercise.";s:7:"content";s:1382:"<p></p>
<p>A total of 328 residents in the Wenchi Municipality of the Bono Region have tested positive for elephantiasis following a recent health screening exercise conducted by municipal health authorities.</p>
<p>The screening, which formed part of efforts to monitor and control neglected tropical diseases in the area, revealed a significant number of infections, raising concern among health officials.</p>
<p>Elephantiasis, medically known as lymphatic filariasis, is a parasitic disease transmitted through mosquito bites. The condition can cause abnormal swelling of body parts, particularly the legs, arms, and genitals, if left untreated. It can also lead to long-term disability and social stigma.</p>
<p>Health authorities in the municipality have assured residents that measures are being intensified to manage the situation. These include treatment for affected persons, public education on prevention, and strategies to reduce mosquito breeding in communities.</p>
<p>Officials are also encouraging residents to participate fully in mass drug administration exercises and to adopt preventive measures such as sleeping under insecticide-treated nets.</p>
<p>The Municipal Health Directorate says it remains committed to working closely with community leaders and stakeholders to curb the spread of the disease and improve public health outcomes in the area.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"378";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"4";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:23:"Participants of program";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-03 11:43:13";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69a6c9030c1ca.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69a6c90315a8c.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69a6c9031e5cc.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69a6c90323569.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69a6c90326096.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:15;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"270";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:72:"Freedom, Faith and a Fresh Start: Nana Agradaa Returns After Prison Term";s:4:"slug";s:70:"freedom-faith-and-a-fresh-start-nana-agradaa-returns-after-prison-term";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:323:"Nana Agradaa, born Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, has been released from prison after serving eight months following a reduced 12-month sentence. Her husband confirmed her return home, and she is expected to rejoin her church members soon. Her release has sparked public discussion about justice, redemption, and second chances.";s:7:"content";s:2069:"<p>The story of former fetish priestess-turned-evangelist Patricia Asiedua Asiamah, widely known as Nana Agradaa, has taken yet another dramatic turn — this time, with her return home after months behind bars.</p>
<p>After serving eight months in custody at the Nsawam Prison, the controversial religious figure has regained her freedom under Ghana’s remission regulations. Her release follows a significant legal twist that saw her original 15-year sentence reduced to 12 calendar months by the Amasaman High Court, which described the initial punishment as excessive.</p>
<p>Agradaa was convicted on July 3, 2025, for defrauding by false pretence and engaging in charlatanic advertisement. The ruling marked one of the most high-profile convictions involving a self-styled spiritual leader in recent years. However, her legal team quickly challenged the severity of the sentence, arguing that it did not align with the circumstances of the case.</p>
<p>The court’s decision to revise the sentence paved the way for her eventual release after serving two-thirds of the new term, in line with Ghana’s standard remission provisions.</p>
<p>Her husband, Asiamah, confirmed her return in a brief but emotional Facebook post on Tuesday, March 3, stating, “Thank God my wife is finally home.” The message quickly sparked reactions online, with supporters celebrating her freedom while critics revisited the circumstances that led to her conviction.</p>
<p>Agradaa is also expected to reunite publicly with members of her church during a fellowship service a symbolic appearance that could signal a renewed chapter in her ministry and personal journey.</p>
<p>For many observers, her release raises broader conversations about accountability, redemption, and second chances particularly for public religious figures whose influence extends beyond the pulpit.</p>
<p>Whether her return will strengthen her following or reignite public scrutiny remains to be seen. But one thing is certain: Nana Agradaa’s story continues to command national attention.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"377";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:72:"Freedom, Faith and a Fresh Start: Nana Agradaa Returns After Prison Term";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-03 11:29:42";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69a6c30a5966a.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69a6c30a6378f.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69a6c30a6cf2f.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69a6c30a73038.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69a6c30a766ad.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:16;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"266";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:67:"Ghana Celebrates Independence Month: Honouring History and Progress";s:4:"slug";s:66:"ghana-celebrates-independence-month-honouring-history-and-progress";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:239:"Ghana marks its Independence Month, celebrating freedom, heritage, and progress since gaining independence on March 6, 1957. Events across the country highlight national pride, cultural richness, and the ongoing journey toward development.";s:7:"content";s:1742:"<p>Ghana is celebrating its Independence Month, a time set aside each year to reflect on the nation’s journey since gaining independence on March 6, 1957. The month is marked by a series of patriotic events, cultural displays, and public engagements that highlight the country’s achievements and rich heritage.</p>
<p>President John Mahama called on Ghanaians to use the month as an opportunity to remember the sacrifices of the country’s founding leaders, including the late Kwame Nkrumah, whose vision and determination paved the way for Ghana to become the first African nation to gain independence from colonial rule.</p>
<p>The celebrations this year include flag-raising ceremonies, parades, cultural exhibitions, and educational programs in schools across the country. State institutions, private organizations, and community groups are all participating, emphasizing unity, national pride, and progress.</p>
<p>Speaking on the occasion, President Mahama said, “Independence Month is a reminder that our freedom was hard-won. It is our duty to continue building a Ghana that is prosperous, inclusive, and proud of its heritage.”</p>
<p>The Ministry of Culture, Arts, and Tourism has also organized events to showcase Ghana’s diverse traditions, music, and arts, encouraging citizens and visitors alike to engage with the country’s cultural richness.</p>
<p>Independence Month serves not only as a commemoration of history but also as a platform for reflection on Ghana’s development and the ongoing efforts to strengthen democracy, economic growth, and social cohesion.</p>
<p>Ghanaians are encouraged to participate actively, wear national colors, and celebrate the month in a spirit of unity and patriotism.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"371";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-03-02 13:56:30";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202603/image_870x580_69a5966c976ba.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202603/image_870x_69a5966ca2011.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202603/image_694x532_69a5966caab04.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202603/image_430x256_69a5966caf675.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202603/image_140x98_69a5966cb23c6.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:17;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"242";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:74:"Suame Interchange Gets Major Rethink as Kumasi Outer Ring Road Takes Shape";s:4:"slug";s:74:"suame-interchange-gets-major-rethink-as-kumasi-outer-ring-road-takes-shape";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:303:"The Suame Interchange project is being adjusted to integrate the newly approved Kumasi Outer Ring Road. Roads Minister Governs Kwame Agbodza says the revised approach reflects current development needs and will improve connectivity between northern and southern Ghana while easing traffic within Kumasi.";s:7:"content";s:2274:"<p>The Minister of Roads and Highways, Governs Kwame Agbodza, has disclosed that the ongoing Suame Interchange project is being revised to align with new urban developments in the Greater Kumasi area, following the commencement of the Kumasi Outer Ring Road.</p>
<p>According to the Minister, the original design of the Suame Interchange was not flawed, but rather reflected the realities and opportunities available at the time it was conceived. However, emerging infrastructure needs have made room for a more efficient alternative.</p>
<p>“With the construction of the outer ring road, an even more appropriate option is being offered,” Mr Agbodza explained at a press briefing in Accra on Monday, February 9, 2026.</p>
<p>The Suame Interchange project, which began in October 2022, was initially designed as a four-tier interchange at the Suame Roundabout in Kumasi. The location serves as a critical junction where the N6 highway from Accra links up with the N10 road leading to northern Ghana and Tamale, making it one of the busiest transport corridors in the Ashanti Region.</p>
<p>The project was aimed at improving traffic flow, reducing congestion, and enhancing urban mobility in Kumasi and the Ashanti Region as a whole.</p>
<p>However, Mr Agbodza revealed that President John Dramani Mahama has now authorised the construction of the Kumasi Outer Ring Road, a major infrastructure addition under the government’s Big Push initiative. Construction works, he confirmed, have already begun.</p>
<p>The outer ring road starts at Atia Junction near Boankra, passes through Juaben, Kasaam, Tano Odumasi, and Ahodwo, and ends at Akom on the N10 highway.</p>
<p>Mr Agbodza noted that the new road provides a more direct and efficient connection between the N10 at Akom and the N6 at Boankra, significantly cutting travel time for motorists commuting between northern and southern Ghana.</p>
<p>“This new construction shortens travel time and improves connectivity for long-distance vehicles, especially those bypassing the Kumasi metropolis,” he added.</p>
<p>The modification of the Suame Interchange is therefore expected to complement the outer ring road, easing pressure on inner-city roads while supporting Kumasi’s rapid urban expansion.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"321";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:74:"Suame Interchange Gets Major Rethink as Kumasi Outer Ring Road Takes Shape";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-02-10 16:28:27";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202602/image_870x580_698b1b2d096ef.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202602/image_870x_698b1b2d14798.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202602/image_694x532_698b1b2d1cc45.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202602/image_430x256_698b1b2d21243.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202602/image_140x98_698b1b2d2347d.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:18;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"232";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:83:"Prophets Will Be Scrutinised This Year – Rev. (Capt) Dr. Henry Godson-Afful Warns";s:4:"slug";s:75:"prophets-will-be-scrutinised-this-year-rev-capt-dr-henry-godson-afful-warns";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:151:"Rev Henry Godson-Afful Rehoboth Network of Churches false prophecies prophetic accountability church leadership in Ghana religion and national security";s:7:"summary";s:397:"Rev. (Capt) Dr. Henry Godson-Afful, Head Pastor of the Rehoboth Network of Churches, says this year will bring heightened scrutiny for prophets who give false or irresponsible prophecies. He warns that inaccurate prophetic declarations are damaging public trust and national stability, urging church leaders to reform the prophetic system from within before external regulation becomes inevitable.";s:7:"content";s:2455:"<p>British Military Captain and respected clergyman, Rev. (Capt) Dr. Henry Godson-Afful, Head Pastor of the Rehoboth Network of Churches, has cautioned that the year ahead will bring intense scrutiny for prophetic ministries, particularly those known for issuing inaccurate or sensational prophecies.</p>
<p>Speaking on the state of modern-day prophecy, Dr. Godson-Afful noted that the credibility of prophets has significantly declined due to repeated instances of failed predictions, especially concerning national events, politics, and public figures. According to him, the era where prophetic declarations go unquestioned is gradually coming to an end.</p>
<p>He stressed that many individuals who claim the prophetic office have departed from sound spiritual principles, choosing popularity and attention over truth and responsibility. As a result, the general public, he said, has become more critical and discerning, demanding accountability for words spoken in the name of God.</p>
<p>Dr. Godson-Afful further explained that prophecy, when mishandled, does not only mislead believers but can also create fear, confusion, and unnecessary tension within society. He warned that careless pronouncements, particularly those touching on national security, elections, and governance, could have serious consequences.</p>
<p>The Rehoboth Network of Churches leader called on fellow clergy to take the lead in reforming the prophetic space, urging religious leaders to “clean up the system from within” before external forces are compelled to step in. He argued that self-regulation within the Christian community is crucial to preserving the integrity of the Church.</p>
<p>Drawing from his background in the military, Dr. Godson-Afful emphasized discipline, responsibility, and order, stating that freedom of worship does not exempt anyone from national laws. He made it clear that any spiritual leader whose declarations threaten peace or stability should expect to face lawful consequences.</p>
<p>His comments add to an ongoing national conversation about prophecy and accountability in Ghana’s religious landscape, as more faith leaders advocate for a return to doctrinal accuracy, humility, and ethical conduct in ministry.</p>
<p>As scrutiny increases, Dr. Godson-Afful believes this period will serve as a defining moment—separating genuine spiritual guidance from reckless prophecy, and restoring trust where it has been lost.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"307";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"7";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:32:"Rev Henry Godson-Afful, Rehoboth";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-02-06 09:11:27";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202602/image_870x580_6985af3ab6830.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202602/image_870x_6985af3ad6dfd.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202602/image_694x532_6985af3aed592.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202602/image_430x256_6985af3b08768.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202602/image_140x98_6985af3b16f39.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:19;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"224";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:75:"Ghana to Rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport";s:4:"slug";s:75:"ghana-to-rename-kotoka-international-airport-as-accra-international-airport";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:299:"Ghana plans to rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport. The Transport Ministry will submit a bill to Parliament to formalise the change. The move is part of efforts to reflect national identity and democratic values. Public debates are expected as the proposal progresses.";s:7:"content";s:920:"<p>The Ghanaian government has announced plans to rename Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport, signaling a major shift in the identity of the country’s main aviation hub.</p>
<p>Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga revealed that the Transport Ministry will soon present a bill to Parliament to formalise the change. If approved, the airport’s new name will reflect Ghana’s democratic values and national identity.</p>
<p>Currently, Kotoka International Airport is named after Lieutenant General Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, a military officer who played a key role in the 1966 coup that overthrew Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah. Some critics believe the name no longer aligns with modern Ghana’s democratic ideals.</p>
<p>The proposed change is expected to spark discussions nationwide, with debates both inside and outside Parliament as the legislative process continues.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"301";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"6";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:75:"Ghana to Rename Kotoka International Airport as Accra International Airport";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-02-03 14:29:48";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202602/image_870x580_698205f836424.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202602/image_870x_698205f8430fb.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202602/image_694x532_698205f84b2b2.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202602/image_430x256_698205f84f02e.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202602/image_140x98_698205f850e2c.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:20;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"206";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:80:"Greenville Housing Programme Targets District-Level Affordable Housing Expansion";s:4:"slug";s:80:"greenville-housing-programme-targets-district-level-affordable-housing-expansion";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:170:"The Minister of Works and Housing has  announced  that each district in Ghana will receive 20 two-bedroom housing units as part of the upcoming Greenville housing program";s:7:"content";s:1105:"<p>The Minister of Works and Housing, Gilbert Kenneth Adjei, has announced that each district in Ghana will receive 20 two-bedroom housing units as part of the upcoming Greenville Housing Programme. This initiative aims to expand access to affordable housing nationwide.</p>
<p>Announcing the initiative, the Minister of Works and Housing, Gilbert Kenneth Adjei, said the scheme is part of a broader national effort to reduce the country’s housing deficit and ensure decent accommodation is available to more citizens.</p>
<p>According to the minister, the district-level rollout of these units will help bring housing closer to communities, supporting families and individuals who have long struggled to secure affordable homes. The programme aligns with government objectives to stimulate economic development and improve living conditions nationwide. </p>
<p>The Greenville Housing Programme is expected to be a key component of the government’s housing policy, particularly as authorities work to address the growing demand for quality, cost-effective housing solutions throughout Ghana. </p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"285";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:52:"Minister of Works and Housing, Gilbert Kenneth Adjei";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-28 13:51:05";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_697a10ab73204.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_697a10ab7c0e2.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_697a10ab82fef.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_697a10ab867d4.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_697a10ab8818e.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:21;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"205";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:90:"We’re Poised to Revive VALCO — Government Moves to Reinvent Ghana’s Aluminium Future";s:4:"slug";s:80:"were-poised-to-revive-valco-government-moves-to-reinvent-ghanas-aluminium-future";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:172:"VALCO revival, Ghana aluminium industry, government modernisation plan, GIADEC strategic investor, integrated aluminium value chain, job creation, industrial transformation";s:7:"summary";s:377:"The Government of Ghana, led by the Lands Minister Emmanuel Armah‑Kofi Buah, has reaffirmed plans to revive the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) through modernisation, strategic investment and integration into an expanded aluminium value chain. The move emphasises job creation, industrial growth and stronger domestic processing while dismissing claims of full privatisation.";s:7:"content";s:3799:"<p>The Government of Ghana has reiterated its commitment to revitalising the Volta Aluminium Company Limited (VALCO), outlining strategic plans to modernise the ailing smelter and integrate it into the nation’s broader industrial development agenda. The announcement, made by the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah‑Kofi Buah, comes amid increased focus on value addition, job creation and economic transformation. </p>
<p>Speaking on January 27, 2026, during a working meeting with Vice President Prof. Jane Naana Opoku‑Agyemang, Minister Buah highlighted government’s practical steps toward repositioning VALCO as a cornerstone of Ghana’s industrial growth rather than a dormant asset. He described the aluminium smelter — long regarded as a “quiet lion” of the nation’s industrial landscape — as vital to expanding domestic manufacturing and unlocking downstream economic opportunities. </p>
<p>Strategic Investment and Modernisation Drive</p>
<p>Central to the revival plan is a modernisation programme backed by targeted investment. The government is actively pursuing strategic partners capable of bringing in capital, technical expertise and modern technology to retrofit the smelter — an initiative estimated to require hundreds of millions of dollars in funding. </p>
<p>In November 2025, an inter‑ministerial committee was established to evaluate investor proposals, and the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has since presented its findings to the ministry. The overarching goal is to restore VALCO’s productive capacity and anchor it within an Integrated Aluminium Industry (IAI) — a value chain that links bauxite mining, alumina refining and aluminium smelting to downstream manufacturing. </p>
<p>Officials have emphasised that the modernisation effort does not entail full privatisation. Rather, it involves securing a strategic equity partner while the government retains substantial ownership and strategic oversight, preserving national interests. GIADEC has explicitly dismissed reports that VALCO is up for outright sale. </p>
<p>Operational Strengthening and Capacity Expansion</p>
<p>Recent initiatives show tangible steps toward strengthening VALCO’s output and operational stability. Under current management, the smelter has been increasing its operational cell lines, raising capacity from a historical low toward a targeted 40 percent utilisation as part of a phased expansion. This phase is expected to generate thousands of jobs and significantly increase revenue once broader modernisation is achieved. </p>
<p>The newly constituted VALCO Board has also commenced strategic engagements with management to address operational bottlenecks and chart a renewed growth trajectory. Collaborative efforts focus on leadership strengthening, governance enhancement and long‑term planning that aligns with national industrial aspirations. </p>
<p>Historical and Economic Context</p>
<p>Established in the 1960s, VALCO was once a major contributor to Ghana’s industrial output, with an installed capacity far above current production levels. Over time, underinvestment, obsolete technology and infrastructure challenges saw output decline drastically. Today’s revival efforts are seen not just as a rescue of a single company but as a strategic move in transforming Ghana’s industrial base and value‑addition ecosystem. </p>
<p>As Ghana embarks on this ambitious revitalisation path, the government’s clear focus on strategic investment, institutional strengthening and value‑chain integration positions VALCO as a potential lynchpin in the nation’s industrial resurgence — with implications for employment, export growth and sustainable economic development.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"284";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-28 13:08:29";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_697a0a0b67ce0.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_697a0a0b74def.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_697a0a0b8a7c3.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_697a0a0b9727a.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_697a0a0b9b87f.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:22;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"198";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:78:"130 Ghanaian Health Workers Depart for Antigua Under Labour Exchange Programme";s:4:"slug";s:78:"130-ghanaian-health-workers-depart-for-antigua-under-labour-exchange-programme";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1126:"<p>Around 130 health professionals from Ghana have left the country to take up positions in Antigua under the government’s Labour Exchange Programme, signing three-year contracts to provide medical services abroad.</p>
<p>The send-off ceremony took place at Kotoka International Airport, with top government officials, including Chief of Staff Julius Debrah, attending to wish the health workers well on their international assignments.</p>
<p>According to Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the programme is part of a broader strategy to create employment opportunities for the country’s trained but unemployed health workforce, which currently numbers over 80,000 professionals.</p>
<p>Candidates for the programme were carefully screened, requiring three to five years of professional experience, and underwent a rigorous selection process that included local assessments and interviews by officials from Antigua. The programme allows participants to apply for contract extensions at the end of their initial three-year term, providing long-term opportunities for career growth and international experience.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"275";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-26 16:15:02";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-26 11:48:54";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6977543865542.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6977543875a4a.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_697754388351c.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_697754388e664.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6977543894f99.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:23;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"197";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:80:"GAF Launches Bakery, Poultry, and Kenkey Projects to Boost Welfare and Logistics";s:4:"slug";s:78:"gaf-launches-bakery-poultry-and-kenkey-projects-to-boost-welfare-and-logistics";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:181:"The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has launched bakery, poultry, and kenkey production projects, alongside block making and crop farming, to boost logistics and improve personnel welfare.";s:7:"content";s:1404:"<p></p>
<p>The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has introduced new production initiatives aimed at strengthening its logistics and enhancing the welfare of personnel. The projects include bakery operations, poultry farming, kenkey production, block making, and crop cultivation, all designed to improve self-sufficiency and generate internal resources for the military.</p>
<p>Major General William Agyapong, Chief of Defence Staff, revealed the plans during the End-of-Year West African Soldiers’ Social Activity (WASSA) 2025 at Burma Camp in Accra. He explained that these ventures are part of a broader strategy to ensure the Armed Forces can meet operational demands while improving the living conditions of its members.</p>
<p>The bakery will produce bread and other baked goods for use within the Forces and potentially for sale, while poultry farming will provide meat and eggs to support daily meals. The kenkey production initiative is expected generate an additional revenue stream for welfare programs. Complementary ventures, such as block making and crop farming, are also being pursued to further promote self-reliance and reduce dependency on external suppliers.</p>
<p>The CDS emphasised that these steps reflect the Armed Forces’ commitment to combining operational readiness with sustainable welfare initiatives, ensuring that personnel are well-supported both on and off the field.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"274";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"0";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:62:"Chef of the Defence Staff Lieutenant General Williams Agyapong";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-26 16:15:24";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-26 11:41:35";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6977524f45d56.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6977524f4f1f8.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_6977524f56be7.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_6977524f5ab07.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6977524f5cd2a.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:24;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"190";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:63:"Ghana Observes World Leprosy Day, Highlights Need to End Stigma";s:4:"slug";s:62:"ghana-observes-world-leprosy-day-highlights-need-to-end-stigma";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:83:"World Leprosy Day, Ghana, leprosy, stigma, health awareness, antibiotics, inclusion";s:7:"summary";s:144:"Ghana marks World Leprosy Day, highlighting that while the disease is curable, stigma remains a major barrier to treatment and social inclusion.";s:7:"content";s:1205:"<p> Ghana joins the global community in observing World Leprosy Day, a day dedicated to raising awareness about a disease that is curable but still heavily burdened by social stigma.</p>
<p>Health experts emphasize that leprosy can be fully cured with simple, free antibiotics, and early treatment prevents further transmission. Yet, for many affected individuals, the challenge is not the disease itself but the discrimination they face.</p>
<p>“Stigma causes people to lose jobs, leave their homes, be excluded from families, and even keep children out of school,” said a spokesperson for the Ghana Leprosy Control Programme. “Many hide their symptoms out of fear, delaying treatment and creating avoidable complications.”</p>
<p>One person affected by leprosy noted, “This happens not because people are mean, but because they don’t understand.”</p>
<p>Officials and advocates are calling on Ghanaians to learn the facts, challenge myths, and support dignity, inclusion, and early treatment for those affected.</p>
<p>World Leprosy Day serves as a reminder that while leprosy is medically treatable, ending stigma remains essential to improving lives and protecting communities.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"271";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-26 11:11:49";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_69774bb95ccb9.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_69774bb9697c2.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_69774bb9740b7.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_69774bb97acde.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_69774bb97e3ba.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:25;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"189";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:55:"Ken Ofori-Atta Not Above the Law – Government Insists";s:4:"slug";s:51:"ken-ofori-atta-not-above-the-law-government-insists";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:91:"Ken Ofori-Atta, Accountability, Ghana Politics, Rule of Law, OSP, Government Communications";s:7:"summary";s:176:"Government says former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta must face investigations like any other citizen, stressing that accountability applies equally to all under Ghanaian law.";s:7:"content";s:2468:"<p>The Minister of State responsible for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, has reiterated that former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta is subject to the same legal processes as all other citizens and cannot receive preferential treatment under Ghana’s laws.</p>
<p>Mr Ofori-Atta served as Finance Minister from 2017 to 2024 during the New Patriotic Party (NPP) administration and has since been the focus of public scrutiny over allegations of financial mismanagement and procurement-related irregularities linked to decisions taken during his time in office.</p>
<p>Investigations announced by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) have targeted several transactions approved under his tenure, including revenue assurance agreements, elements of the domestic debt restructuring exercise, and payments made through sole-sourcing arrangements.</p>
<p>According to Mr Kwakye Ofosu, Ghana’s constitutional order guarantees equality before the law and provides avenues for redress where institutions exceed their legal authority.</p>
<p>He noted that no public official, past or present, is immune from accountability and that concerns about investigative procedures or bail conditions can be challenged through the courts.</p>
<p>The Minister further explained that state investigative bodies—including the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO), the Criminal Investigations Department (CID), and the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB)—are bound by law and do not operate beyond judicial oversight.</p>
<p>The comments were made during a media interview on Monday, January 26.</p>
<p>Lawyers for Mr Ofori-Atta have previously stated that their client remains prepared to cooperate with any lawful investigation, attributing his stay outside Ghana to health and security considerations.</p>
<p>In a related development, the former finance minister appeared before a United States court on January 20, 2026, following actions by U.S. immigration authorities regarding his residency status. He was arrested by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) earlier in the month after his visa was revoked in mid-2025.</p>
<p>The matter has been adjourned to April 27, 2026, and has triggered renewed public debate in Ghana. On the day of the court appearance, pressure group Arise Ghana organised a protest at the U.S. Embassy in Accra, calling for Mr Ofori-Atta’s return to Ghana to answer questions over alleged financial misconduct.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"269";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:18:"Felix Kwakye Ofosu";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-26 10:57:23";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-26 10:53:22";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6977475396f60.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_69774753aabda.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_69774753cea57.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_69774753e7208.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_697747540965e.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:26;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"182";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:82:"Police Hunt Cattle Herdsman Who Allegedly Sold Gun Used in Kasoa Election Shooting";s:4:"slug";s:82:"police-hunt-cattle-herdsman-who-allegedly-sold-gun-used-in-kasoa-election-shooting";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:89:"Kasoa Shooting, Ghana Police Service, Election Violence, Mujaheed Suraj, Illegal Firearms";s:7:"summary";s:163:"Police are searching for a cattle herdsman accused of selling a gun used by Mujaheed Suraj in the Kasoa election shooting that injured two people in December 2024.";s:7:"content";s:1242:"<p>The Ghana Police Service has launched a manhunt for a cattle herdsman alleged to have sold a pump-action gun to Mujaheed Suraj, the suspect arrested in connection with a shooting incident at the Odupongkpehe Zongo voting centre in Kasoa during the 2024 general elections.</p>
<p>According to the Central East Regional Police Command, the incident occurred on December 7, 2024, when the suspect allegedly discharged a firearm at the voting centre, injuring two people.</p>
<p>The victims were identified as Bukari Inusah, aged 34, and Tanimu Adamu Tanko, aged 44. A stationary pickup truck with registration number GT 9550-P also sustained damage as a result of the shooting.</p>
<p>Police said Mujaheed Suraj, who was arrested on January 17, 2026, has confessed to the crime and claimed ownership of the pump-action gun used in the attack.</p>
<p>However, investigations revealed that the suspect could not produce any valid documents covering the firearm. He reportedly told police that he purchased the gun in 2024 from a cattle herdsman at Gomoa Potsin in the Central Region for GH₵4,000.</p>
<p>The Police Service says efforts are ongoing to locate and arrest the alleged seller as investigations into the incident continue.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"260";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"0";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-24 04:28:45";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6974495dcef8b.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6974495de12e4.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_6974495deaba5.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_6974495df20da.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6974495e020f4.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:27;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"175";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:87:"Police Intercept Suspected Cocaine Worth Over GH¢1 Million on Accra–Sogakope Highway";s:4:"slug";s:82:"police-intercept-suspected-cocaine-worth-over-gh1-million-on-accrasogakope-highway";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:125:"suspected cocaine Ghana, Accra–Sogakope Highway, Kpotame barrier, Ghana Police Service, drug interception, Charles Adenkule";s:7:"summary";s:239:"Police have arrested a suspect and seized suspected cocaine worth over GH¢1 million from a vehicle at the Kpotame barrier on the Accra–Sogakope Highway. The suspect allegedly attempted to bribe officers with US$20,000 during the arrest.";s:7:"content";s:1243:"<p>The Ghana Police Service has intercepted a consignment of suspected cocaine valued at approximately GH¢1,032,650 during a routine security operation along the Accra–Sogakope Highway.</p>
<p>The interception occurred at the Kpotame barrier, where officers stopped a black Liberty Jeep driven by a suspect identified as Charles Adenkule. A search conducted on the vehicle led to the discovery of substances believed to be cocaine concealed within the car.</p>
<p>Police further alleged that during the arrest, the suspect attempted to bribe officers with US$20,000 in an effort to evade prosecution. The alleged bribe was rejected, and the suspect was immediately taken into custody.</p>
<p>The seized substances have been secured as exhibits and are expected to be forwarded to the Forensic Crime Laboratory for testing and confirmation. Investigations are ongoing to establish the source and intended destination of the drugs, as well as to identify any possible accomplices.</p>
<p>The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to intensifying operations against drug trafficking and related criminal activities, and has urged the public to continue supporting law enforcement efforts by providing credible information.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"248";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-23 13:09:22";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_69736ebd25210.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_69736ebd41ecf.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_69736ebd54de5.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_69736ebd6f551.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_69736ebd79d84.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:28;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"159";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:72:"GPRTU Task Force Arrests 15 Drivers in Ablekuma for Alleged Overcharging";s:4:"slug";s:72:"gprtu-task-force-arrests-15-drivers-in-ablekuma-for-alleged-overcharging";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1222:"<p></p>
<p>The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) has arrested 15 commercial drivers in Ablekuma, Accra, for allegedly charging commuters multiple fares. The action is part of the union’s ongoing effort to enforce fare regulations and maintain order on the roads.</p>
<p>Speaking on the operation, GPRTU National Guard Commander Derumond Ekow Gaise explained that the task force aims to curb indiscipline among drivers and ensure that passengers are not unfairly overcharged. The crackdown also targets operators who allegedly engage in “short short” trips—dropping passengers at multiple stops for additional fares instead of completing a full route.</p>
<p>Some of the drivers detained, however, claimed they only charged standard fares and described the arrests as unwarranted. One driver noted that he was operating on his usual route from Odorkor to Pokuase and denied any wrongdoing.</p>
<p>The GPRTU defended the arrests, stating that the drivers will be handed over to the police to face the law and serve as a warning to others. The union also confirmed that such enforcement operations will continue across the city to ensure drivers adhere to regulations and protect commuters’ rights.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"224";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"0";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-22 01:20:42";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-21 16:05:52";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6970f79e7c6ac.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6970f79e890c7.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_6970f79e97f07.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_6970f79ea3162.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6970f79eabb2c.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:29;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"157";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:86:"Ghana Moves to Reclaim Nkrumah’s Final Residence in Guinea for Heritage Preservation";s:4:"slug";s:83:"ghana-moves-to-reclaim-nkrumahs-final-residence-in-guinea-for-heritage-preservation";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:106:"Kwame Nkrumah, Ghana-Guinea relations, heritage preservation, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, Pan-African history";s:7:"summary";s:186:"Ghana has started negotiations to acquire and preserve the house where Dr Kwame Nkrumah lived in Guinea, with plans to renovate it into a heritage site to protect and promote his legacy.";s:7:"content";s:1993:"<p>Ghana has begun formal diplomatic negotiations to take possession of the residence where Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah lived and worked during his final years in exile in the Republic of Guinea, signaling a renewed commitment to preserving the legacy of the country’s first President.</p>
<p>The initiative, announced by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, is being undertaken on the directive of President John Dramani Mahama. It seeks to secure the historic property from the family of Guinea’s first President, Ahmed Sékou Touré, under whose leadership Dr Nkrumah was hosted after his overthrow in 1966.</p>
<p>In a statement shared on social media, Mr Ablakwa explained that the Government of Ghana intends to restore and conserve the house, transforming it into a heritage site that chronicles Dr Nkrumah’s life beyond Ghana’s borders. The project is expected to serve as a point of historical reflection for scholars, tourists, Pan-Africanists, and visitors interested in the later years of the iconic African leader.</p>
<p>As part of the process, a Ghanaian delegation recently toured the property, which the minister described as currently abandoned, and engaged in extensive discussions with members of the Sékou Touré family spanning three generations. The talks were led by the late Guinean president’s eldest son, and according to Mr Ablakwa, the delegation was warmly received.</p>
<p>He further disclosed that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has commenced negotiations on the modalities for Ghana’s acquisition of the residence. In parallel, the government has begun consultations with heritage preservation experts to ensure that any renovation and restoration works meet international conservation standards.</p>
<p>The move forms part of broader efforts by the government to safeguard national heritage assets linked to Dr Nkrumah’s Pan-African vision and to strengthen historical and cultural ties between Ghana and Guinea.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"221";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-21 12:26:52";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6970c50681eb8.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6970c5068fc15.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_6970c50699b38.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_6970c5069f929.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6970c506a36ab.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:30;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"156";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:70:"Taxi Driver Shot Dead at Tetegu Overhead in Suspected Robbery Incident";s:4:"slug";s:70:"taxi-driver-shot-dead-at-tetegu-overhead-in-suspected-robbery-incident";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:123:"Tetegu Overhead, taxi driver shot, Accra crime, late-night shooting, robbery incident, Ghana Police, homicide investigation";s:7:"summary";s:226:"A taxi driver was shot dead at the Tetegu Overhead late at night following an argument inside the vehicle. A female suspect has been arrested by police, who are investigating the incident as a possible robbery-related killing.";s:7:"content";s:1505:"<p>A taxi driver has been shot and killed at the Tetegu Overhead in Accra following a late-night shooting incident believed to be linked to a robbery.</p>
<p>The incident occurred at about 11:16 p.m. on Tuesday night, according to eyewitnesses who were at the scene. Accounts indicate that an argument broke out inside the taxi shortly before gunshots were heard.</p>
<p>Witnesses allege that the driver was shot twice—once in the rib area and again in the shoulder—resulting in fatal injuries. He was reportedly pronounced dead at the scene.</p>
<p>Eyewitnesses further claimed that a female suspect, believed to have been a passenger in the vehicle, had earlier threatened to shoot the driver during the argument. The warning, however, was allegedly not taken seriously until the shots were fired moments later.</p>
<p>After the shooting, bystanders said the suspect appeared unusually calm and showed little emotion, a reaction that left many at the scene shocked. She allegedly attempted to flee the area but was knocked down by a passing vehicle during the escape attempt.</p>
<p>Police patrol officers, who had been alerted to the shooting, arrived shortly after and arrested the suspect. She was swiftly removed from the scene to prevent a potential mob attack as tensions ran high among onlookers.</p>
<p>The body of the deceased driver has since been conveyed to a morgue, while police have launched a full investigation to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the killing.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"217";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 20:26:46";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 20:28:14";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696fe4d70d7b8.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696fe4d72d1f1.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696fe4d7431ac.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696fe4d7528db.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696fe4d75f331.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:31;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"155";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:80:"Over 98% of Lands in Ghana Cannot Be Registered With Title – Justice Osei-Tutu";s:4:"slug";s:75:"over-98-of-lands-in-ghana-cannot-be-registered-with-title-justice-osei-tutu";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:125:"Land title registration, land disputes, Justice Alexander Osei-Tutu, Ghana lands, Land Act 2020, PNDCL 152, deed registration";s:7:"summary";s:163:"Justice Alexander Osei-Tutu says over 98% of land in Ghana cannot be registered with title, leaving buyers vulnerable and contributing to widespread land disputes.";s:7:"content";s:2280:"<p>A Justice of the Court of Appeal, Justice Alexander Osei-Tutu, has disclosed that more than 98 per cent of land in Ghana cannot be registered under the land title system, a situation he says is unfair and a major contributor to the country’s persistent land disputes.</p>
<p>According to the judge, only the Greater Accra Region, parts of Kumasi, Kasoa and its surrounding areas have been officially declared as land title registration districts. As a result, vast portions of the country remain outside the land title registration regime, making it extremely difficult for land purchasers to secure their ownership properly.</p>
<p>Justice Osei-Tutu explained that lands located outside these designated registration districts cannot be registered under the land title system and must instead rely on deed registration, which does not offer the same level of legal protection. He noted that this exposes landowners and buyers to multiple claims, fraud and prolonged litigation.</p>
<p>Describing the situation as inequitable, the Court of Appeal judge said it continues to fuel land-related conflicts across the country, particularly in areas where land ownership is already complex due to customary tenure systems.</p>
<p>Context</p>
<p>Land title registration provides an indefeasible, state-guaranteed title, giving landowners stronger legal protection against competing claims. However, under Ghana’s current legal framework, only lands within areas declared as registration districts by the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources qualify for title registration.</p>
<p>Justice Osei-Tutu criticised the slow implementation of the land title registration regime, pointing out that it was introduced over 40 years ago under the Land Title Registration Law, 1986 (PNDCL 152). The system was later reinforced under the Land Act, 2020 (Act 1036).</p>
<p>Despite these legal reforms, he expressed concern that more than 13 regions in Ghana are yet to be declared registration districts, effectively excluding the majority of lands from the title registration system.</p>
<p>He called for urgent action to expand land title registration nationwide, stressing that doing so would enhance land security, reduce disputes and promote confidence in land transactions.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"215";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 19:34:50";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 19:32:59";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696fd8c03aac3.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696fd8c04504a.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696fd8c04c7c5.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696fd8c0513ab.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696fd8c05499d.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:32;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"151";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:74:"“Our Family Is United” — Daddy Lumba’s Children Respond to Rumours";s:4:"slug";s:61:"our-family-is-united-daddy-lumbas-children-respond-to-rumours";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:139:"The children of the late highlife legend Daddy Lumba have refuted social media claims of tension with their mother, Mrs Akosua Serwah Fosu.";s:7:"content";s:1702:"<p>The children of the late highlife legend Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, have strongly denied reports suggesting tension or conflict between them and their mother, Mrs Akosua Serwah Fosuh.</p>
<p>In a press release dated January 20, 2026, and issued in Accra, the family described circulating social media claims as false, malicious and misleading. The children dismissed suggestions that they are at odds with their mother or that there are plans to have her arrested for speaking or writing on their behalf.</p>
<p>According to the statement, the family remains united and maintains a close and respectful relationship with their mother, whom they say they communicate with daily. They stressed that any claims portraying a strained relationship are baseless and deeply offensive.</p>
<p>The release also addressed allegations targeting individuals who have publicly supported Mrs Fosuh, particularly a man identified as Kenpong. The family described accusations against him as reckless and unfair, insisting that his actions were purely supportive during a difficult period.</p>
<p>Reaffirming their position, the children stated that their loyalty remains firmly with their mother, emphasising that their bond is rooted in trust, affection and unity. They further expressed concern over what they described as deliberate attempts by some individuals to fabricate rumours for attention and social media engagement.</p>
<p>The family warned that such misinformation not only causes distress but also undermines the legacy of their late father, whom they described as a national icon who contributed significantly to Ghana’s cultural heritage through highlife music</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"206";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 18:23:31";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 18:13:19";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696fc552ac48e.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696fc552b31db.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696fc552b981c.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696fc552bd08b.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696fc552bea98.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:33;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"150";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:99:"Agradaa Apologises, Pays GH¢100,000 as Defamation Case with Empress Gifty Ends in Court Settlement";s:4:"slug";s:95:"agradaa-apologises-pays-gh100000-as-defamation-case-with-empress-gifty-ends-in-court-settlement";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:138:"Agradaa, Empress Gifty, defamation case, GH¢100,000 settlement, Tema High Court, consent judgment, Ghana entertainment news, gospel music";s:7:"summary";s:234:"Agradaa has apologised and paid GH¢100,000 to Empress Gifty following an out-of-court settlement of a defamation case. The agreement has been adopted as a consent judgment by the Tema High Court, bringing the legal dispute to an end.";s:7:"content";s:2030:"<p>Self-acclaimed evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Agradaa, has issued a public apology and paid an amount of GH¢100,000 to gospel musician Empress Gifty Oppong Adorye, bringing an end to a defamation suit between the two parties.</p>
<p>The matter, which was before the High Court in Tema, has been formally resolved following the filing and adoption of a consent settlement as a consent judgment by the court. The agreement effectively ends the legal battle that stemmed from statements Empress Gifty described as damaging to her reputation.</p>
<p>The defamation suits were originally filed on May 20, 2025, and June 26, 2025. As part of the settlement terms, Agradaa rendered a public apology to Empress Gifty and made a financial payment of GH¢100,000. The amount is said to cover legal fees and other expenses incurred during the litigation process.</p>
<p>In a press statement dated January 20, 2026, lawyers for Agradaa, Agyaa Asamani Law Consult, explained that the resolution followed constructive and private engagements between both parties. The statement noted that the agreed terms have now been entered as a binding court order.</p>
<p>The settlement also required Agradaa to retract the statements that formed the basis of the lawsuit and publicly apologise, paving the way for an amicable resolution of the dispute.</p>
<p>With the consent judgment entered, Empress Gifty has agreed to withdraw and relinquish all claims and demands connected to the case, effectively closing the chapter on the legal confrontation.</p>
<p>Confirming the development, Edem Mensah-Tsotorme, manager of Empress Gifty, told Graphic Online that Agradaa has fulfilled all the conditions of the settlement, including the apology and the payment of GH¢100,000 to cover legal costs and related expenses.</p>
<p>The resolution marks a rare moment of reconciliation in a case that attracted significant public attention, underscoring the role of dialogue and legal settlement in resolving high-profile disputes.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"205";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 18:13:19";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696fc2eb95ff2.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696fc2eba2a18.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696fc2ebad251.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696fc2ebb1dbd.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696fc2ebb5045.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:34;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"146";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:63:"Fire Outbreak Near Circle VVIP Station Destroys Dozens of Shops";s:4:"slug";s:63:"fire-outbreak-near-circle-vvip-station-destroys-dozens-of-shops";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:128:"Circle fire outbreak, Kwame Nkrumah Circle, Ghana National Fire Service, VVIP Station fire, Accra fire incident, shops destroyed";s:7:"summary";s:241:"A fire outbreak near the Circle VVIP Station in Accra has destroyed about 50 shops used mainly as warehouses. Firefighters managed to control the blaze after several hours, though the cause and extent of damage are still under investigation.";s:7:"content";s:1706:"<p>A major fire outbreak near the VVIP Station at Kwame Nkrumah Circle in Accra has destroyed approximately 50 shops, most of which were being used as warehouses for phone accessories and other commercial goods.</p>
<p>The fire incident occurred on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, affecting structures located behind the busy transport terminal. In addition to the shops, the blaze also damaged makeshift residential units and food vending points within the area, forcing traders and occupants to flee as the flames spread rapidly.</p>
<p>As of the time of reporting, authorities had not confirmed the cause of the fire or whether there were any casualties or injuries. Damage assessment exercises are currently underway to determine the full impact of the incident.</p>
<p>Confirming the outbreak, Assistant Fire Officer Rashid Kwame Esau of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) indicated that preliminary findings suggest the fire may have originated from one of the kiosks within the enclave.</p>
<p>Firefighters battled the blaze for several hours under challenging conditions, including intermittent water shortages, which compelled some fire tenders to temporarily leave the scene to refill before resuming operations.</p>
<p>Despite the difficulties, personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service were able to contain and fully bring the fire under control, preventing it from spreading to nearby commercial establishments and transport infrastructure around the Circle.</p>
<p>In the aftermath, several affected traders were seen salvaging items from the debris, while others lamented the loss of goods stored in the warehouses, some of which were reportedly meant for wholesale distribution.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"200";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 13:00:13";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696f77f2682f0.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696f77f2704bf.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696f77f2776a6.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696f77f27b829.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696f77f27dcbd.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:35;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"143";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:52:"NACOC Arrests Notorious Drug Queen in Buduburam Raid";s:4:"slug";s:52:"nacoc-arrests-notorious-drug-queen-in-buduburam-raid";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:63:"The mother of the drug operation at Buduburam has been arrested";s:7:"content";s:1202:"<p></p>
<p>The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested a 32-year-old woman, Rebecca Afia Naa Dei Kotei, popularly known as “Mother,” in a major anti-drug operation at Buduburam.</p>
<p>The suspect is widely regarded by residents and local opinion leaders as a key figure in the illicit drug trade within the area. According to community sources, she is believed to have operated for several years while allegedly evading arrest, earning a reputation as a notorious drug dealer.</p>
<p>The arrest was carried out as part of NACOC’s ongoing nationwide campaign aimed at curbing drug trafficking and substance abuse. During the raid, officers seized quantities of suspected cannabis, tramadol, and other controlled substances, along with items believed to be linked to drug peddling.</p>
<p>In addition to the main suspect, several other individuals suspected of being involved in drug-related activities were also arrested. NACOC says the suspects are currently assisting with investigations.</p>
<p>The Commission has reaffirmed its commitment to intensifying operations across the region to dismantle drug networks and protect communities from the harmful effects of narcotics.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"194";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:60:"Rebecca Afia Naa Dei Kotei, a major drug dealer at Buduburam";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-20 08:19:39";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696f388eae845.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696f388ec6100.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696f388ed5cd6.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696f388ee19d5.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696f388eee199.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:36;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"137";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:87:"Bold Legal Consult Demands Retraction Over Alleged Defamatory Claims Against Alpha Hour";s:4:"slug";s:87:"bold-legal-consult-demands-retraction-over-alleged-defamatory-claims-against-alpha-hour";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:120:"Alpha Hour, Pastor Elvis Agyemang, Bongoideas, Albert Nat Hyde, defamation, Bold Legal Consult, social media allegations";s:7:"summary";s:189:"Lawyers for Alpha Hour have demanded a retraction of social media claims alleging that the ministry charged money for prayers, describing the allegations as false, defamatory, and damaging.";s:7:"content";s:2001:"<p>A legal firm, Bold Legal Consult PRUC, has issued a strong press statement demanding the immediate retraction of what it describes as false and defamatory statements made against Alpha Hour and its leader, Pastor Elvis Agyemang.</p>
<p>In the statement dated January 15, 2026, the law firm said it is acting on behalf of its clients—Alpha Hour and Pastor Elvis Agyemang, widely known as the “Chief Alpharian”—following the circulation of allegations attributed to Albert Nat Hyde, popularly known as Bongoideas.</p>
<p>According to the lawyers, the disputed statements were published on social media platforms, including Facebook and Instagram, on January 14, 2026. The posts allegedly claimed that Alpha Hour charged an amount of £300,000 for prayers and further suggested that Pastor Elvis Agyemang could not be trusted. Bold Legal Consult insists these claims are entirely untrue, misleading, and unsupported by facts.</p>
<p>The press statement describes the allegations as malicious and defamatory, arguing that they amount to character assassination and were deliberately calculated to damage the reputation and credibility of Alpha Hour and its leadership. The firm further contends that the accompanying video and audio materials used in the posts contradict the written claims made alongside them.</p>
<p>The lawyers also referenced a separate press release issued on January 15, 2026, by the management of gospel musician Esther Smith, which reportedly denied the allegations circulating online. They clarified that Alpha Hour did not charge any fee for prayers and added that the ministry had, in fact, officially contracted Esther Smith and other Christian ministers to participate in the Alpha Hour Convocation held on December 30, 2025.</p>
<p>Bold Legal Consult has therefore called on Albert Nat Hyde to retract the statements immediately, warning that failure to do so could result in further legal action to protect the interests and reputation of their clients.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"182";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-17 12:13:42";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696b7c897a5d9.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696b7c89873a4.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696b7c8997990.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696b7c899fa0e.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696b7c89a6f64.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:37;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"135";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:50:"IGP PROMOTES TWO OFFICERS AND COMMENDS FIVE OTHERS";s:4:"slug";s:50:"igp-promotes-two-officers-and-commends-five-others";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:84:"IGP PROMOTES TWO OFFICERS AND COMMENDS FIVE OTHERS FROM TEMA REGIONAL POLICE COMMAND";s:7:"content";s:1697:"<div class="xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak x1vvkbs x126k92a">
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<div dir="auto"><span class="html-span xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs"><a class="html-a xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs" tabindex="-1"></a></span>The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, has promoted two (2) police officers from the Tema Regional Police Command to their next ranks, while five (5) others have been awarded letters of commendation for their dedication and professionalism in the line of duty.</div>
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<div dir="auto">The promotions were granted in recognition of the officers’ exemplary service, discipline, and commitment to operational excellence. The letters of commendation were presented to five personnel whose conduct and performance were considered deserving of special recognition.</div>
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<div dir="auto">The exercise forms part of the Ghana Police Service’s ongoing efforts to motivate personnel, encourage professionalism, and reward excellence across all commands.</div>
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<div dir="auto">The Ghana Police Service will continue to acknowledge merit and foster a culture of dedication, integrity, and effective service delivery to the public.</div>
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<div dir="auto">IGP PROMOTES THIRTY-FIVE (35) POLICE OFFICERS FOR THEIR ROLE IN ADABRAKA GOLD ROBBERY ARRESTS</div>
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<div dir="auto"><span class="html-span xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs"><a class="html-a xdj266r x14z9mp xat24cr x1lziwak xexx8yu xyri2b x18d9i69 x1c1uobl x1hl2dhg x16tdsg8 x1vvkbs" tabindex="-1"></a></span>The Inspector-General of Police, Mr Christian Tetteh Yohuno, on 15th January 2026, promoted thirty-five police officers in recognition of their outstanding role in the arrest of suspects involved in the Adabraka gold robbery in Accra.</div>
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<div dir="auto">The promotions were awarded to personnel who demonstrated exceptional professionalism, dedication, and teamwork during operations that led to the arrest of suspects linked to the high-profile daylight robbery at a jewellery shop in Adabraka in November 2024.</div>
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<div dir="auto">IGP Yohuno, together with members of the Police Management Board (POMAB), congratulated the promoted officers and urged them to regard the elevation as a call to greater responsibility, leadership, and accountability in the discharge of their duties and charged the officers to continue working hard.</div>
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<div dir="auto">The Ghana Police Service reiterates its commitment to recognising merit and rewarding excellence as a means of strengthening professionalism, boosting morale, and enhancing effective policing across the country.</div>
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<p>In a statement issued by the Public Affairs Unit of the Ghana Police Service on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, the Police said the operation was carried out as part of ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and related criminal activities within the region.</p>
<p>According to the release, police received intelligence on January 10, 2026, indicating that suspected narcotic substances were being transported from the Volta Region towards Tema. Acting on the information, officers mounted surveillance along the route, focusing on the Agomeda Junction area.</p>
<p>At approximately 12:45 a.m. on January 11, 2026, officers intercepted two vehicles — a white Toyota Highlander (registration number GS 2013-13) and a black Mitsubishi Pajero (registration number GC 400-22). The vehicles were being driven by Isaac Odoi, aged 33, and Kwame Mani, aged 39.</p>
<p>A search of the vehicles led to the discovery of several compressed, yellow-wrapped parcels suspected to be narcotic drugs. The suspects were immediately arrested, and both vehicles were escorted to the police station for further action.</p>
<p>On January 12, 2026, the suspects and the exhibits were handed over to the Regional Criminal Investigations Department (CID) in Tema, where inventories and photographs were taken. In total, 1,613 parcels were intercepted — 872 from the Mitsubishi Pajero and 741 from the Toyota Highlander.</p>
<p>The suspects remain in police custody assisting with investigations. The Police indicated that samples of the seized substances will be forwarded to the Forensic Crime Laboratory for analysis, while searches are expected to be conducted at the suspects’ residences. Arrangements are also underway to process them for court.</p>
<p>The Tema Regional Police Command reiterated its commitment to intensifying operations against drug trafficking and appealed to the public to continue providing credible information to support law enforcement efforts and enhance community safety.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"162";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-14 08:35:23";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696754c9dd4d7.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696754c9e4e22.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696754c9ebc96.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696754c9eee96.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696754c9f0133.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:40;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"129";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:71:"JUSAG Raises Concerns Over Delayed Implementation of 10% Pay Adjustment";s:4:"slug";s:70:"jusag-raises-concerns-over-delayed-implementation-of-10-pay-adjustment";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:126:"JUSAG, Judicial Service staff, base pay adjustment, salary arrears, public sector wages, Ghana Judicial Service, labour issues";s:7:"summary";s:240:"JUSAG says Judicial Service staff began receiving the 10% base pay adjustment in September 2025, months after other public sector workers. Authorities have assured the association that arrears from January to August 2025 will be paid later.";s:7:"content";s:907:"<p>The Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) has expressed concern over the delayed implementation of the 10 per cent base pay adjustment and its associated allowances for Judicial Service staff.</p>
<p>According to the association, while other public sector workers benefited from the salary adjustment earlier in the year, Judicial Service employees only began receiving the revised pay structure in September 2025. JUSAG noted that the delay created disparities within the public sector wage system.</p>
<p>The association further indicated that the late implementation was accompanied by assurances from the relevant authorities that arrears covering the period from January to August 2025 would be settled at a later date.</p>
<p>JUSAG stressed the importance of honoring this commitment to ensure fairness, staff morale, and confidence in the public sector compensation framework.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"161";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-14 08:16:25";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_69675088da0d6.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_69675088e4618.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_69675088ed134.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_69675088f1978.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_69675088f422b.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:41;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:3:"121";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:98:"Family of Late MP Joseph Trumah Bayel Appeals to Mahama Over Burial Dispute and GH¢944,955 Demand";s:4:"slug";s:95:"family-of-late-mp-joseph-trumah-bayel-appeals-to-mahama-over-burial-dispute-and-gh944955-demand";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1737:"<p>The family of the late Sawla-Tuna-Kalba Member of Parliament, Joseph Trumah Bayel, has appealed to President John Dramani Mahama to intervene in a chieftaincy-related dispute that has delayed his burial.</p>
<p>According to the family, the Chief of Tuna, Tunawura Daniel Mahama Amantana, is demanding a total of GH¢944,955 before permitting the burial of the former legislator within the Tuna enclave. The amount, they claim, represents accumulated legal costs stemming from a prolonged court battle between the traditional authority and the late MP.</p>
<p>At a press briefing, family representatives expressed frustration over the stalemate, noting that Mr Bayel passed away in August 2025, yet his remains have not been laid to rest several months later due to the unresolved dispute.</p>
<p>They described the financial demand as excessive and beyond the family’s capacity, stressing that the delay has caused emotional distress and denied the deceased a dignified burial in his ancestral home.</p>
<p>The family is therefore calling on President Mahama, as leader of the nation and a senior figure within the National Democratic Congress (NDC), to use his good offices to help resolve the impasse in the interest of peace and compassion.</p>
<p>Joseph Trumah Bayel served as the NDC Member of Parliament for the then Sawla-Tuna-Kalba constituency from 1993 to 2005, playing a key role in Ghana’s early Fourth Republic Parliament. He is remembered by supporters as a committed public servant who contributed significantly to the development of his constituency.</p>
<p>As of now, the Chief of Tuna has not publicly responded to the family’s claims, while efforts to mediate the dispute continue behind the scenes.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"154";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:47:"Late Sawla- Tuna- Kalba MP, Joseph Trumah Bayel";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-13 18:28:44";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-13 16:13:20";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_69666e3843286.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_69666e384f6ce.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_69666e38597aa.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_69666e385ecb5.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_69666e3862157.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:42;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"95";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:84:"Fresh One’ Video Star Shaka Zulu Arrested Again Over Alleged Land Guard Activities";s:4:"slug";s:81:"fresh-one-video-star-shaka-zulu-arrested-again-over-alleged-land-guard-activities";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1408:"<p>Richard Cobbinah, popularly known as “Shaka Zulu” from the iconic 2009 Fresh One music video by Ghanaian hiplife group 4x4, has been arrested once again, this time in connection with alleged land guard activities in Accra.</p>
<p>The Greater Accra Regional Police Command confirmed that Cobbinah was arrested alongside five other suspects on January 10, 2026, following a distress call received at about 12:30 p.m. The group is suspected to be involved in illegal land guard operations and the unlawful possession of firearms.</p>
<p>Cobbinah first rose to national fame after featuring prominently in the Fresh One music video, but his public image was later overshadowed by a series of criminal cases. In 2010, he was arrested for robbery, and in 2013, he was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for stealing. He was released in 2024 after serving a reduced term.</p>
<p>His latest arrest has triggered widespread reactions on social media, with many Ghanaians expressing disappointment over his alleged return to criminal activities after gaining a second chance at freedom.</p>
<p>Land guarding, the use of armed groups to illegally seize or protect disputed lands, continues to pose a major security challenge in Accra and its surrounding areas, prompting intensified police operations to curb the menace.</p>
<p>The suspects are currently in police custody as investigations continue.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"135";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:10:"Shaka Zulu";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-12 14:45:38";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6965089a36fcb.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6965089a43633.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_6965089a56916.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_6965089a5b524.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6965089a5ed8a.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:43;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"94";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:53:"Prez Mahama departs for world economic forum in Davis";s:4:"slug";s:53:"Prez-Mahama-departs-for-world-economic-forum-in-Davis";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:32:"President mahama - davas- depart";s:7:"summary";s:53:"Prez Mahama departs for world economic forum in Davis";s:7:"content";N;s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"105";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"gallery";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"2";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"1";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-11 22:54:29";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-11 22:52:35";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_695fe7b83a6f3.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_695fe7b844e14.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_695fe7b84e955.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_695fe7b85538c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_695fe7b858ae1.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:6:"samuet";s:11:"author_slug";s:6:"samuet";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:44;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"78";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:61:"Traffic Gridlock at Kwame Nkrumah Circle After Truck Accident";s:4:"slug";s:61:"traffic-gridlock-at-kwame-nkrumah-circle-after-truck-accident";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:625:"<p>A serious traffic congestion has been reported at Kwame Nkrumah Circle following an accident at the Circle Interchange, where a heavy-duty articulated truck overturned on the roadway.</p>
<p>The incident, which occurred earlier today, has partially blocked the road, causing long delays for motorists and commuters using the busy stretch. Emergency and traffic authorities have been deployed to the scene and are working to clear the overturned truck and manage traffic.</p>
<p>Motorists are advised to exercise patience and, where possible, use alternative routes as efforts continue to restore normal traffic flow.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"109";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:14:"Truck Accident";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-08 19:48:12";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696009aa027d8.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696009aa0db7a.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696009aa162cf.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696009aa1ef39.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696009aa23297.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:45;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"77";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:73:"Asante Akyem North Assembly Member, Hon. Dickson Kwabena Osei, Found Dead";s:4:"slug";s:70:"asante-akyem-north-assembly-member-hon-dickson-kwabena-osei-found-dead";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:964:"<p>Hon. Dickson Kwabena Osei, the young and promising Assembly Member for the Apetenyinase Electoral Area in the Asante Akyem North Municipality of the Ashanti Region, was found dead in his home on the evening of Wednesday, January 7, 2026. His passing has left his community in shock and deep sadness.</p>
<p>Residents discovered his lifeless body in his room and quickly alerted the Ghana Police Service, who arrived at the scene to secure the area and begin investigations. His body was later taken to the morgue as authorities work to understand exactly what happened. </p>
<p>Hon. Osei was known locally for his active role in community leadership and development. His sudden death has stirred conversations about the pressures faced by leaders and the importance of mental health support for everyone. </p>
<p>Friends, family, and neighbors continue to mourn his loss as they remember him for his service and dedication to the people of Apetenyinase</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"108";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:16:"Hon Dickson Osei";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-08 19:40:07";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-08 19:32:46";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_696007fa65240.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_696007fa7712e.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_696007fa86100.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_696007fa92728.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_696007faa0535.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:46;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"73";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:63:"No Room for Misuse or Indiscipline in Police Service – Mahama";s:4:"slug";s:59:"no-room-for-misuse-or-indiscipline-in-police-service-mahama";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1486:"<p>President John Dramani Mahama has issued a firm warning to the Ghana Police Service, stating that his administration will not condone the misuse of state resources, wasteful practices, or indiscipline within the Service.</p>
<p>He gave the caution during a brief ceremony at the Police Headquarters in Accra on Thursday, where the government presented 100 pickup vehicles to the Police to strengthen their operational capacity. According to the President, public resources invested in security agencies must be used efficiently and for their intended purposes.</p>
<p>President Mahama stressed that while his government is committed to equipping the Police Service to effectively combat crime and maintain public order, such support comes with the expectation of professionalism, accountability, and discipline.</p>
<p>“We will not tolerate misuse, waste or indiscipline,” he stated, adding that the conduct of officers must reflect the trust placed in them by the Ghanaian people.</p>
<p>The President further noted that enhancing national security goes beyond the provision of logistics, emphasising the importance of ethical behaviour and responsible use of state assets. He said every resource allocated to the security services must translate into improved safety and confidence among citizens.</p>
<p>President Mahama reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to protect public funds and ensure that investments in security yield tangible benefits for the country.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:3:"105";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:29:"President John Dramani Mahama";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-08 17:29:04";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_695fe7b83a6f3.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_695fe7b844e14.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_695fe7b84e955.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_695fe7b85538c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_695fe7b858ae1.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:47;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"66";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:78:"Police Intercept Bus Carrying Over 1,000 Ammunition En Route to Northern Ghana";s:4:"slug";s:77:"police-intercept-bus-carrying-over-1000-ammunition-en-route-to-northern-ghana";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:10:"Ammunition";s:7:"summary";s:762:"Police Intercept Bus Carrying Ammunition: Police at the Asankare barrier in the Ashanti Region intercepted a passenger bus carrying over 1,000 rounds of ammunition en route to northern Ghana.  
    
  Details of the Incident:  
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<p>The bus, a Kia Granbird with registration number AK 1309–21, was stopped during a routine check while travelling from Accra to Tamale, with its final destination reportedly being Savulegu. Upon searching the vehicle, police uncovered a sack containing 1,050 cartridges of AAA and BB ammunition.</p>
<p>The vehicle was being driven by Mohammed Gzali, aged 42, with Mohammed Jabir, 22, serving as his assistant.</p>
<p>According to a police situational report (SITREP) sighted by Graphic Online, officers discovered the ammunition after opening a suspicious sack during the inspection. When questioned about the contents, the driver claimed that an unknown individual had brought the sack to the station as a parcel meant to be delivered to a person identified only as Oboye in Tamale.</p>
<p>The interception adds to growing concerns about the movement of illicit ammunition across the country, particularly toward the northern parts of Ghana. Security agencies have reiterated their commitment to intensifying checks at major barriers to curb the illegal transport of weapons and related materials.</p>
<p>Investigations into the incident are ongoing as police work to identify the true owners and intended use of the ammunition.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"97";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:10:"Ammunition";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-08 07:30:22";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_695f5b88ab108.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_695f5b88bc749.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_695f5b88c4c5d.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_695f5b88c9955.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_695f5b88cbfa6.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:48;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"64";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:70:"Mahama’s Endorsement of Torkornoo Removal Commended by Solomon Owusu";s:4:"slug";s:67:"mahamas-endorsement-of-torkornoo-removal-commended-by-solomon-owusu";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1110:"<p>Solomon Owusu, a leading member of the Movement for Change, has praised President John Dramani Mahama for endorsing the constitutional committee’s recommendation that led to the removal of Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo.</p>
<p>Speaking in a media interview, Owusu described the President’s decision to sign the committee’s report as commendable, stating that it demonstrated firmness and respect for constitutional processes. According to him, the move would be remembered as one of the most significant actions taken by President Mahama.</p>
<p>Owusu noted that future generations would appreciate the decision, arguing that it reinforces accountability and strengthens public confidence in Ghana’s democratic institutions. He maintained that the President acted within the bounds of the law and showed leadership by following the committee’s findings.</p>
<p>President Mahama signed the recommendation after a constitutional committee established under Article 146 completed its work on petitions filed against the Chief Justice, leading to her removal from office.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"93";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"0";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-07 19:27:08";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_695eb0e2d4b5f.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_695eb0e2deacd.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_695eb0e2e8193.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_695eb0e2ee218.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_695eb0e2f28a2.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:49;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"62";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:58:"WAES Urges Security Services To Stop Attacking Journalists";s:4:"slug";s:58:"waes-urges-security-services-to-stop-attacking-journalists";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:97:"The West Africa Editor Society has urged Ghana's security agencies to stop attacking  Journalist.";s:7:"content";s:999:"<p></p>
<p>The West Africa Editors Society (WAES) has called on Ghana’s security agencies to cease all attacks on journalists carrying out their professional duties. This appeal follows a reported incident in the Central Region, where a journalist covering a fire at the Kasoa New Market was allegedly assaulted by officers of the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS).</p>
<p>In a statement, WAES condemned the harassment and physical assaults on media personnel, describing such behaviour as behaviour. The organisation stressed that journalists performing their constitutional role must be protected and allowed to work without fear of intimidation or violence.</p>
<p>WAES also dismissed claims by the GNFS that the journalist had his recording device confiscated for filming without permission. The editors’ body reaffirmed that journalists do not need permission to document public events and warned that attacks on media practitioners threaten press freedom and democratic principles.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"91";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:51:"GNFS personnel  assaulting someone at Kasoa market.";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-05 18:03:40";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_695bfb28689cb.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_695bfb2870604.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_695bfb287bf9a.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_695bfb2880eec.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_695bfb2883b4f.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:50;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"59";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:80:"President Mahama Signals Review of Single Spine Salary Structure, Pension Scheme";s:4:"slug";s:79:"president-mahama-signals-review-of-single-spine-salary-structure-pension-scheme";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:127:"President Mahama has assured the public sector workers that his government will review the single spine salary structure (SSSS)";s:7:"content";s:1682:"<p></p>
<p>President John Dramani Mahama has indicated that his government is considering a comprehensive review of the Single Spine Salary Structure (SSSS) as well as Ghana’s pension scheme, following persistent concerns from public sector workers.</p>
<p>The President made the remarks while addressing delegates at the 54th National Delegates Conference of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) in Accra. According to him, the current salary framework has created significant disparities within the public service, leaving many workers dissatisfied.</p>
<p>President Mahama acknowledged that the Single Spine system, introduced to ensure fairness in public sector remuneration, has, over time, developed structural challenges that require urgent attention. He described the arrangement as problematic and stressed the need to reassess the entire pay architecture to make it more equitable and responsive to present economic realities.</p>
<p>On pensions, the President assured workers that his administration is prepared to examine the existing scheme to enhance retirement security. He noted that many workers retire with uncertainty despite years of service, a situation he believes must be corrected through policy reforms.</p>
<p>He further stated that the government would engage organised labour and relevant stakeholders in the review process to ensure that any changes reflect the needs and expectations of workers while remaining economically sustainable.</p>
<p>The assurances were welcomed by teacher leaders, who have long called for improved salaries, better working conditions, and a more reliable pension system for public sector employees.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"88";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:39:"President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-05 16:58:40";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-05 16:55:32";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_695bed8345809.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_695bed83518e8.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_695bed835ba2b.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_695bed8361748.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_695bed83650c7.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:51;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"51";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:72:"Ga Mantse Takes A Firm Stand Against Child Labour In Fishing Communities";s:4:"slug";s:72:"ga-mantse-takes-a-firm-stand-against-child-labour-in-fishing-communities";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1531:"<p></p>
<p>The Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has declared a decisive fight against the growing practice of child labour in the fishing industry within the Ga Traditional Area, describing it as a threat to education and the future of children.</p>
<p>Addressing the 2026 Kinka Blonya children’s festival on January 1, the traditional ruler announced plans to introduce strict traditional by-laws aimed at stopping parents and guardians from engaging children in commercial fishing activities during school hours.</p>
<p>According to the Ga Mantse, once the by-laws are approved, parents who prioritise fishing over their children’s education risk arrest and prosecution. He stressed that poverty should no longer be used as an excuse to deny children their right to education.</p>
<p>The King noted that traditional authorities are united in ensuring children are kept in school and away from fishing landing beaches during class hours. To support this effort, he revealed that his office is implementing a scholarship programme targeting more than 1,000 vulnerable children to help ease the financial burden on families.</p>
<p>The initiative, he said, will be enforced in collaboration with security agencies and local authorities, including routine monitoring of fishing communities to ensure compliance.</p>
<p>The Ga Mantse reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children, insisting that education remains the most powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty in coastal communities.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"80";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"0";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:36:"Ga Mantse, King Tackie TeikoTsuru ll";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-02 11:59:58";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6957b29e80817.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6957b29e8c2d1.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_6957b29e9664c.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_6957b29e9c937.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6957b29e9f4eb.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:52;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"48";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:75:"Bole-Bamboi MP Urges Traditional Leaders to Respect Roles to Preserve Peace";s:4:"slug";s:55:"the-member-of-parliament-for-bole-bamboi-yusif-sulemana";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1148:"<p>The Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Yusif Sulemana, has appealed to traditional rulers in the area to respect their distinct roles as a key step toward sustaining peace and unity.</p>
<p>Speaking at the 2025 Vagla Youth Congress in Bole, the MP, who also serves as Deputy Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, stressed that peaceful coexistence among chiefs, landowners, settlers, and community members depends on mutual respect and clear understanding of responsibilities.</p>
<p>According to him, recent discussions by traditional leaders have gone beyond complaints and offered practical solutions for maintaining harmony. He urged stakeholders to take such guidance seriously and act on it.</p>
<p>“We have to identify our various roles and accept them. If you are a chief, respect other chiefs. That is how peace will continue in this area,” he said.</p>
<p>Mr. Sulemana cautioned against interference in each other’s duties, noting that encroaching on roles often fuels tension and conflict. He emphasised that every group within the community has a responsibility to contribute to peace without undermining others.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"75";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"4";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:56:"The Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Yusif Sulemana";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-01 21:18:26";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-01 19:29:21";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_6956c93c90ed0.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_6956c93c9f39e.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_6956c93ca8851.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_6956c93cadb34.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_6956c93cb3c48.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:53;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"47";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:58:"Ebo Noah Arrested Over Alleged False Global Flood Prophecy";s:4:"slug";s:58:"ebo-noah-arrested-over-alleged-false-global-flood-prophecy";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:58:"ebo-noah-arrested-over-alleged-false-global-flood-prophecy";s:7:"summary";s:58:"ebo-noah-arrested-over-alleged-false-global-flood-prophecy";s:7:"content";s:834:"<p></p>
<p>Ghanaian Ebo Noah has been arrested following claims that he spread a false prophecy about a global flood. Authorities say the arrest comes amid concerns that his prediction caused public panic and misinformation.</p>
<p>Details remain limited, but reports indicate that the alleged prophecy circulated widely on social media, prompting confusion among followers and residents in some communities. The police have confirmed that Ebo Noah is in custody and investigations are ongoing to determine the intent and potential impact of the prophecy.</p>
<p>This development highlights growing scrutiny over individuals who issue dramatic or apocalyptic predictions, especially when they spark fear or disrupt public order. Authorities urge the public to remain calm and rely on verified information from official sources.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"73";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"4";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2026-01-01 14:54:28";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2026-01-01 07:46:51";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202601/image_870x580_695689f16ade7.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202601/image_870x_695689f175fd1.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202601/image_694x532_695689f17d98d.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202601/image_430x256_695689f183162.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202601/image_140x98_695689f186e44.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:54;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"40";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:73:"Galamsey Protest Ends in Tragedy as Two Are Allegedly Shot Dead in Abosso";s:4:"slug";s:73:"galamsey-protest-ends-in-tragedy-as-two-are-allegedly-shot-dead-in-abosso";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:89:"The death of two people in a Galamsey protest at Abosso near Tarkwa in the Western Region";s:7:"content";s:1588:"<p>Two people have reportedly been killed following a confrontation between protesters and the police during a demonstration against illegal mining activities at Abosso, near Tarkwa in the Western Region.</p>
<p>The incident occurred when residents took to the streets to protest what they described as the alleged takeover of a local galamsey site by foreign nationals. The demonstration, which initially began peacefully, later escalated after security personnel were deployed to control the crowd.</p>
<p>Eyewitnesses say police officers fired warning shots in an attempt to disperse the protesters. Amid the chaos, two individuals were allegedly hit by live ammunition and later pronounced dead. Their bodies have since been conveyed to the Tarkwa Government Hospital morgue.</p>
<p>A Deputy Director of the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO) for the Prestea-Huni Valley Municipality, who claimed to have been present at the scene, confirmed the deaths and said tensions remained high in the area shortly after the incident. Some residents reportedly blocked sections of the road following the shooting.</p>
<p>The police are yet to officially confirm the circumstances surrounding the deaths. However, the Western Central Regional Police Command is expected to commence investigations to establish the facts and determine whether police actions followed operational procedures.</p>
<p>Illegal mining continues to be a major source of tension in several mining communities, often resulting in clashes between residents, security agencies, and mining operators.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"62";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:56:"Abosso in the Western Region protesters against Galamsey";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-31 15:32:20";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69553e32bb586.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_69553e32c92e0.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_69553e32d4b7c.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_69553e32dc8e3.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_69553e32e06e2.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:55;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"36";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:53:"ECG Not for Sale, Says Energy Ministry Amid PSP Plans";s:4:"slug";s:52:"ecg-not-for-sale-says-energy-ministry-amid-psp-plans";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:3:"ECG";s:7:"summary";s:119:"The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has rejected the claim that the Electricity Company of Ghana is being sold.";s:7:"content";s:1384:"<p>The Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has dismissed claims that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is being sold, insisting that the government’s planned Private Sector Participation (PSP) initiative does not amount to a divestiture.</p>
<p>In a statement responding to concerns raised by the Public Utilities Workers’ Union (PUWU), the Ministry explained that the PSP framework, approved by Cabinet earlier this year, is aimed at improving ECG’s efficiency and financial performance rather than transferring ownership.</p>
<p>According to the Ministry, the programme is designed to enhance revenue mobilisation, strengthen billing systems, improve service delivery and reduce technical and commercial losses within the power distributor. It stressed that the government will retain ownership of ECG, while private sector involvement will be limited to specific operational areas under carefully structured arrangements.</p>
<p>The Ministry further clarified that the ongoing process to appoint a transaction adviser is a routine technical step required to guide the reforms and should not be interpreted as a move to sell the company.</p>
<p>Reaffirming its commitment to transparency, the Energy Ministry assured PUWU that workers’ interests will be protected and pledged continued engagement with the union as discussions on the reform agenda progress.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"57";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:28:"Electricity Company of Ghana";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-30 15:52:56";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_6953f265ae7be.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_6953f265bb120.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_6953f265c8995.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_6953f265d4305.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_6953f265da425.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:56;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"29";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:66:"Mahama ends 2025 with 67% Approval as Optimism Grows Ahead of 2026";s:4:"slug";s:65:"mahama-ends-2025-with-67-approval-as-optimism-grows-ahead-of-2026";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:124:"President John Dramani Mahama ends 2025 with a 67% approval rating reflecting sustained public confidence in his leadership.";s:7:"content";s:2725:"<p></p>
<p>President John Dramani Mahama has ended 2025 with a 67 per cent approval rating, reflecting sustained public confidence in his leadership and growing optimism about Ghana’s economic outlook in 2026, according to a new national survey.</p>
<p>The findings come from the December 2025 National Tracking Poll conducted by Global InfoAnalytics, which assessed public opinion on governance, the economy and national direction across all 16 regions of the country.</p>
<p>The poll shows that two-thirds of respondents believe Ghana is moving in the right direction, a sign that many citizens are satisfied with the general performance of the government as the year draws to a close.</p>
<p>Support for President Mahama remains strongest among supporters of the governing party, while approval is also relatively high among undecided or floating voters. However, backing is significantly lower among supporters of the main opposition.</p>
<p>Economic confidence is driving approval</p>
<p>Economic conditions appear to be a key factor behind the positive ratings. More than half of respondents said their standard of living improved in 2025, compared with the previous year. In addition, a majority expressed satisfaction with the 2026 national budget, citing expectations of better economic management and social support.</p>
<p>Looking ahead, about seven in ten respondents believe their living conditions will improve further in 2026, reinforcing a sense of optimism about the country’s economic trajectory.</p>
<p>Governance and reform issues</p>
<p>On governance, a majority of respondents said the government is making reasonable efforts in the fight against corruption, with many believing the situation has improved compared to previous years.</p>
<p>Public opinion on illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey, remains mixed, although a significant number of respondents said the problem has not worsened under the current administration.</p>
<p>The poll also revealed strong public support for constitutional and governance reforms, including the election of Metropolitan, Municipal and District Chief Executives, changes to presidential term arrangements, and adjustments to campaign timelines.</p>
<p>Shifting political landscape</p>
<p>The survey highlights changing voter dynamics, with young voters forming a dominant share of the electorate. Many respondents indicated a desire for fresh ideas and inclusive leadership, signalling evolving expectations ahead of future elections.</p>
<p>Overall, the findings suggest that President Mahama closes 2025 with solid public backing, driven largely by economic confidence and expectations of continued improvement in the year ahead.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"50";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:59:"The president of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-29 16:22:38";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_6952aa4fd9816.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_6952aa4fe3372.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_6952aa4fece2d.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_6952aa4ff3233.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_6952aa5002434.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:57;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"27";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:78:"Abla Dzifa Gomashie elected Chair of AU Committee on Youth, Sports and Culture";s:4:"slug";s:77:"abla-dzifa-gomashie-elected-chair-of-au-committee-on-youth-sports-and-culture";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:2:"Au";s:7:"summary";s:115:"Miss Dzifa Gomashie was elected as the new chairperson of  the African Union committee on youth, sport and culture.";s:7:"content";s:989:"<p></p>
<p>Ghana’s Minister for Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Abla Dzifa Gomashie, has been elected as the Chairperson of the African Union (AU) Committee on Youth, Sports and Culture.</p>
<p>Her election places Ghana at the forefront of continental discussions on policies and programmes that affect young people, sports development and cultural growth across Africa.</p>
<p>As Chair, Madam Gomashie is expected to steer engagements among AU member states, promote youth empowerment initiatives, strengthen cultural cooperation and encourage the use of sports as a tool for development and unity on the continent.</p>
<p>The appointment also reflects confidence in her experience in the creative arts sector and her long-standing involvement in cultural advocacy and governance.</p>
<p>Her leadership role is expected to enhance collaboration among African countries while advancing policies that support innovation, heritage preservation and opportunities for the youth.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"48";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:66:"Dzifa Gomashie the Minister for tourism, culture and creative Arts";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-29 15:40:22";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69529fe272b69.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_69529fe27e5e8.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_69529fe28974c.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_69529fe28fa48.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_69529fe29345b.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:58;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"26";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:82:"Controller and Accountant-General Releases 2026 Public Sector Salary Payment Dates";s:4:"slug";s:82:"controller-and-accountant-general-releases-2026-public-sector-salary-payment-dates";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:4:"CAGD";s:7:"summary";s:83:"The official salary and wage payment schedule for the public sector workers in 2026";s:7:"content";s:1268:"<p></p>
<p>The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has announced the official salary and wage payment schedule for public sector workers for the year 2026.</p>
<p>According to a notice issued on December 29, 2025, salaries of civil servants, employees of the Ghana Education Service (GES), and staff of other public services paid through the CAGD will be credited on specific dates each month.</p>
<p>The schedule indicates that workers will receive their January salaries on January 23, while payments for February, March, April, and May will be made on the 26th of each respective month. June salaries are expected to be paid on June 25.</p>
<p>For the second half of the year, salaries for July, August, September, October, November, and December will largely be paid between the 25th and 26th of each month, with December payments scheduled for December 25.</p>
<p>The department emphasised that banks will begin crediting employees’ accounts on the stated dates and assured workers that any changes to the payment schedule will be communicated promptly.</p>
<p>The notice was signed by the Controller and Accountant-General, Kwasi Agyei, and distributed to all chief directors, regional and district officers, and banks nationwide.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"47";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"0";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:4:"CAGD";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-29 15:25:14";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69529cb1e5c3f.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_69529cb20a882.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_69529cb219d1b.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_69529cb22138d.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_69529cb2269a9.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:59;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"23";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:65:"Police on High Alert: Commander Sends Strong Warning to Criminals";s:4:"slug";s:64:"police-on-high-alert-commander-sends-strong-warning-to-criminals";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:20:"Commander, Criminals";s:7:"summary";s:32:"Police Commander warns criminals";s:7:"content";s:1510:"<p>A senior police commander has issued a strong warning to criminals, declaring that law enforcement agencies are fully prepared to deal decisively with anyone who attempts to disrupt peace and security.</p>
<p>Speaking during a security engagement, the commander made it clear that the police will not tolerate acts of violence, robbery, or any form of criminal activity. According to him, the Police Service has intensified intelligence gathering, patrols, and rapid response operations to ensure the safety of citizens.</p>
<p>“If you attempt anything nasty, we will come after you,” he warned, stressing that criminals should not underestimate the readiness of the police.</p>
<p>The commander assured the public that officers are on high alert and working closely with community leaders to identify and dismantle criminal networks. He also urged residents to cooperate with the police by providing timely and credible information that could help prevent crime.</p>
<p>He emphasized that security is a shared responsibility, encouraging citizens to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities in their communities. “We cannot do this alone. When the public supports us, criminals have nowhere to hide,” he added.</p>
<p>The warning comes at a time when the police are stepping up efforts to maintain law and order, especially during periods when criminal activities tend to increase. Authorities say the message is clear: anyone who chooses crime will face the full force of the law.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"36";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:32:"Police Commander warns criminals";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-29 10:18:35";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69515258438e8.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_6951525858bb2.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_6951525862314.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_695152586788d.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_695152586bf3d.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:60;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"20";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:58:"Police Gun Down Three Suspected Robbers in Deadly Shootout";s:4:"slug";s:58:"police-gun-down-three-suspected-robbers-in-deadly-shootout";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:32:"Ghana police, three robbers dead";s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1425:"<p>Three suspected armed robbers have been shot dead following a fierce exchange of gunfire with police during an intelligence-led operation in the Ashanti Region.</p>
<p>According to police sources, the operation was carried out after officers received credible information about a planned highway robbery along the Anwiankwanta, Jacobu stretch. Acting on the tip-off, a police patrol team moved into the area to intercept the suspects, who were hiding in a nearby bush.</p>
<p>Upon sighting the police, the suspects allegedly opened fire in an attempt to escape, prompting officers to return fire. In the ensuing shootout, three men sustained gunshot wounds.</p>
<p>The injured suspects were rushed to the Bekwai Municipal Hospital for medical attention but were pronounced dead on arrival.</p>
<p>A search conducted at the scene led to the retrieval of firearms and ammunition believed to have been used by the suspects. Police sources say the deceased were part of a notorious robbery gang linked to several violent attacks and at least one murder in parts of the Ashanti Region.</p>
<p>Two other suspected accomplices are said to have fled during the confrontation, and a manhunt has been launched to track them down.</p>
<p>Police have assured the public that investigations are ongoing and have urged residents to cooperate by volunteering information that could lead to the arrest of the remaining suspects.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"37";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"6";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:20:"Ghana police Service";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-28 15:56:08";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_695152661860b.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_695152662147b.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_6951526627a13.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_695152662ab87.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_695152662bf2f.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:61;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"19";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:52:"Aseibu Amanfi: Veteran Highlife Musician Passes Away";s:4:"slug";s:51:"aseibu-amanfi-veteran-highlife-musician-passes-away";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:4:"Died";s:7:"summary";s:27:"Aseibu Amanfi,  Passes Away";s:7:"content";s:1022:"<p>Veteran highlife musician Kwabena Owusu, popularly known as Aseibu Amanfi, has passed away, throwing Ghana’s music industry into mourning.</p>
<p>According to reports, the renowned highlife singer died in the early hours of Sunday, December 28, 2025, after a short illness.</p>
<p>Aseibu Amanfi was widely celebrated for his dedication to highlife music and his role in preserving Ghana’s rich musical culture. His career spanned several decades, during which he produced timeless songs that resonated with audiences across generations.</p>
<p>Some of his most popular songs include “Kakra Bɛka Wo,” “Bamaso,” and “Asoko,” among others. These hits cemented his place as one of the respected voices in Ghana’s highlife music scene.</p>
<p>Tributes have begun pouring in from fans, fellow musicians, and industry stakeholders, many of whom remember him as a cultural icon whose music told authentic Ghanaian stories.</p>
<p>The family is yet to announce details regarding funeral arrangements.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"34";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"3";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:26:"Aseibu Amanfi, Passes Away";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-28 15:42:13";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69514ec27ad6f.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_69514ec285f39.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_69514ec28f9ed.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_69514ec295221.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_69514ec2989c9.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:62;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"18";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:48:"Ga Central MCE Warns PWDs Against Street Begging";s:4:"slug";s:48:"ga-central-mce-warns-pwds-against-street-begging";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:14:"Ga Central MCE";s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:1324:"<p></p>
<p>The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Ga Central, Emmanuel Nii Adotey Allotey, has cautioned persons with disabilities (PWDs) in the municipality to stop begging on the streets and take advantage of government support programmes designed to improve their livelihoods.</p>
<p>Speaking during an engagement with disability groups, the MCE said street begging does not reflect the dignity and potential of persons with disabilities. He urged them to pursue productive ventures that can help them achieve financial independence.</p>
<p>Mr Allotey explained that the government, through the District Assemblies Common Fund, has set aside five per cent to support PWDs. The funds are used to provide tools and equipment to help beneficiaries start or expand small businesses.</p>
<p>As part of the support, items such as refrigerators, motorbikes and corn milling machines were distributed to selected beneficiaries based on their chosen trades.</p>
<p>The MCE emphasised that beneficiaries who receive such support must utilise the items effectively, noting that the assembly will not tolerate situations where supported individuals continue to beg on the streets.</p>
<p>He encouraged PWDs to see the initiative as an opportunity to improve their standard of living and contribute meaningfully to society.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"33";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:70:"Ga Central Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) Emmanuel Nii Adotey Allotey";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-28 15:36:18";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69514d3616b0d.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_69514d3624242.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_69514d362cae5.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_69514d363169c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_69514d363447d.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:63;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"16";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:93:"“Reality on the Ground Is Different” – Energy Expert Questions Economic Recovery Claims";s:4:"slug";s:83:"reality-on-the-ground-is-different-energy-expert-questions-economic-recovery-claims";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:6:"Energy";s:7:"summary";s:48:"Energy Expert Questions Economic Recovery Claims";s:7:"content";s:1150:"<p>Energy expert Kwadwo Nsafoah Poku has raised concerns about Ghana’s economic situation, arguing that everyday experiences of citizens do not align with government assurances of improvement.</p>
<p>He noted that despite official statements suggesting economic recovery under the National Democratic Congress (NDC), trading activities in many markets remain sluggish, with households still grappling with rising living costs.</p>
<p>According to him, statistical figures alone do not reflect the real struggles of ordinary Ghanaians, especially when it comes to the prices of essential goods.</p>
<p>Mr Poku questioned the relevance of inflation percentages being cited by authorities, stressing that the cost of food and basic necessities continues to strain household budgets.</p>
<p>He added that expectations surrounding the government’s widely promoted “reset agenda” have yet to translate into meaningful relief for consumers, particularly in local markets.</p>
<p>The energy expert urged policymakers to focus more on the lived realities of citizens rather than relying solely on macroeconomic indicators to measure progress.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"31";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"1";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-28 13:30:11";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69513085e2723.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_695130860497f.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_6951308613456.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_6951308621e13.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_6951308628996.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:64;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"15";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:64:"Oyarifa Fire Incident: Police Detain Couple Over Suspected Arson";s:4:"slug";s:63:"oyarifa-fire-incident-police-detain-couple-over-suspected-arson";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";s:21:"Oyarifa Fire Incident";s:7:"content";s:1331:"<p>Police have taken into custody a Canadian woman and her Ghanaian partner following a fire that completely destroyed an apartment at Oyarifa in the Greater Accra Region.</p>
<p>The incident, which occurred on December 23, 2025, involved an apartment occupied by the suspects as tenants. Early police assessments indicate that the fire was not accidental but was allegedly started intentionally, resulting in extensive damage to the property.</p>
<p>According to the Ghana Police Service, the matter is being handled by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) under the Greater Accra Regional Command. Investigators believe the act was carried out without any known provocation.</p>
<p>The Ghanaian suspect, identified as Mohammed Issah, was arrested on the same day the fire occurred by officers from the Ayimensah Abokobi Police. His partner, Jennifer Mae Tomlinson, a Canadian national, reportedly went into hiding after the incident but was later tracked down and arrested on December 25, 2025.</p>
<p>Both suspects are currently being held by the police as investigations continue. Authorities say they will be arraigned before court once preliminary inquiries are concluded.</p>
<p>The police have assured the public that the case will be pursued thoroughly to ensure accountability in line with Ghana’s laws.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"29";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"2";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:28:"Canadian woman, Ghanaian Man";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-28 13:10:59";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_69512bcdf264b.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_69512bce0aed5.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_69512bce18ab2.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_69512bce20df9.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_69512bce256c2.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:65;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"12";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:76:"MP Ernest Adomako (Keon) Spreads Christmas Cheer to Widows in Okaikwei South";s:4:"slug";s:74:"mp-ernest-adomako-keon-spreads-christmas-cheer-to-widows-in-okaikwei-south";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:8:"Donation";s:7:"summary";s:97:"Member of Parliament for Okaikwei South, Ernest Adomako, has extended Christmas gesture to widows";s:7:"content";s:1231:"<p>Member of Parliament for Okaikwei South Constituency in the Greater Accra Region, Ernest Adomako (Keon), has extended a heartwarming Christmas gesture to widows in the constituency as part of activities marking the festive season.</p>
<p>On 20th December 2025, the MP donated bags of rice and live chickens to several widows, aimed at supporting them during Christmas and easing their daily struggles. The donation formed part of his commitment to social responsibility and community care.</p>
<p>Quoting the biblical verse, “Blessed is the one who considers the widow,” Mr. Adomako emphasized the importance of showing compassion and standing with the vulnerable, especially during seasons of celebration.</p>
<p>He noted that caring for widows and other disadvantaged groups should not be left to government alone but must be a shared responsibility among leaders and community members.</p>
<p>The widows expressed gratitude for the kind gesture, describing it as timely and reassuring, particularly during the festive period when many face economic hardship.</p>
<p>The donation reflects Mr. Adomako’s ongoing efforts to promote compassion, inclusion, and social support within the Okaikwei South Constituency.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"23";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:2:"21";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:68:"Member of Parliament for Okaikwei south constituency, Ernest Adomako";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-28 10:10:23";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_695101801edea.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_69510180433b9.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_695101805aef1.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_695101806cb27.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_695101807c2a5.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:66;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:2:"10";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:85:"Hands Together Outreach Holds Second Christmas Donation Drive in Dzodze, Volta Region";s:4:"slug";s:84:"hands-together-outreach-holds-second-christmas-donation-drive-in-dzodze-volta-region";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:3:"NGO";s:7:"summary";s:59:"A non governmental organization supporting community growth";s:7:"content";s:3333:"<p>Hands Together Outreach (HTO), a non-governmental organization committed to community empowerment, has successfully carried out its second Christmas Donation Drive at Dzodze-Apetepe in the Volta Region, in partnership with Dzodze Mama Deza ’25.</p>
<p>The donation exercise took place on 25th December 2025, marking a year since the organization was officially launched. HTO was first introduced on 25th December 2024 at the Kasoa Royal Seed Home, where it undertook its maiden Christmas donation.</p>
<p>Speaking during the event, the Founder and Managing Director of Hands Together Outreach, Dominic Komla Atama, explained that the initiative was driven by the need to support underserved communities and promote love, unity, and togetherness, especially during the festive season. He expressed profound gratitude to volunteers, partners, and supporters from across Ghana and beyond whose contributions made the outreach successful.</p>
<p>Mr. Atama emphasized the importance of youth collaboration and community-driven development in building a compassionate and progressive society, reaffirming HTO’s commitment to empowering communities through sustainable, people-centered initiatives.</p>
<p>The donation drive was also graced by Mr. Samuel Tiwonitaaba, CEO of Tiwonisam Dogs World (dog and wild cat trainer) and caretaker of Nana Kwame Bediako (Cheddar), the 2024 presidential candidate, and his pet tiger. Mr. Tiwonitaaba explained that his participation was inspired by his own background, having grown up under less privileged conditions.</p>
<p>“I grew up with little, so it is time to support the less privileged,” he said. He encouraged the children to take their education seriously, avoid unnecessary distractions on social media, and make good use of their talents, stressing that hard work and discipline lead to success.</p>
<p>Dzodze Mama Deza ’25, popularly known as Beauty Kassah (Face of Dzodze), expressed her heartfelt appreciation to Hands Together Outreach for bringing joy to the children and positively impacting the community. She praised the organization for its dedication to uplifting the youth and supporting the underprivileged.</p>
<p>The collaboration between Mama Deza ’25 and Hands Together Outreach dates back to 2022, when a meeting at a media house between Beauty Kassah and youth advocate Dominic Komla Atama laid the foundation for a shared vision in community development. This vision later evolved into a strong partnership.</p>
<p>In November 2025, Dominic Komla Atama officially invited Mama Deza ’25 to participate in the donation drive, an offer she gladly accepted. The outreach, held at Dzodze-Apetepe, saw the distribution of essential items such as sanitary pads, pens, customized exercise books, school bags, clothes, shoes, drinks, and other supplies to children and the underprivileged.</p>
<p>This initiative marked Hands Together Outreach’s second donation exercise and also became Mama Deza ’25’s first official community project since her coronation on 25th October 2025, with her reign set to run through 2026.</p>
<p>Hands Together Outreach continues to strengthen its mission to empower, uplift, and create lasting change across Ghana, demonstrating that collaboration and compassion remain powerful tools for community development.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"15";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:2:"36";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:85:"Hands Together Outreach Holds Second Christmas Donation Drive in Dzodze, Volta Region";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-27 12:30:47";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_694fd069948ad.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_694fd069aa97d.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_694fd069bd688.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_694fd069ca574.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_694fd069d57cf.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:67;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:1:"8";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:68:"Godwin Asediba Bids Farewell to Media General After Three-Year Stint";s:4:"slug";s:68:"godwin-asediba-bids-farewell-to-media-general-after-three-year-stint";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:13:"Media General";s:7:"summary";s:81:"The resignation of the broadcast journalist Godwin Asediba from the media general";s:7:"content";s:1755:"<p></p>
<p>Broadcast journalist Godwin Asediba has announced his departure from Media General, bringing to a close a three-year chapter of his professional journey with the media conglomerate.</p>
<p>In a statement released on Friday, December 26, 2025, Mr Asediba said the decision followed “thoughtful reflection,” describing his time at Media General as a profoundly rewarding and defining period in his career. He served as an investigative journalist, producer and news anchor with the group’s platforms, including TV3, 3FM and 3News.com.</p>
<p>According to him, Media General provided a platform that enabled him to grow, learn and find his voice as a journalist and storyteller. He expressed deep gratitude for the trust reposed in him, the opportunities to tell meaningful stories and the exposure to a fast-paced, purpose-driven newsroom environment.</p>
<p>Mr Asediba paid tribute to the management, editors, producers and colleagues he worked with, acknowledging their guidance, support and belief in his work. He noted that working alongside professionals committed to truth, impact and public service was both a privilege and an education.</p>
<p>He added that the lessons gained in the field, in the newsroom and behind the scenes have strengthened his craft and deepened his sense of responsibility as a journalist.</p>
<p>“As this chapter draws to a close, I do so with nothing but appreciation and respect for Media General and everyone who played a role in my journey,” he said, adding that the memories, experiences and relationships built will remain a lasting part of his story.</p>
<p>Mr Asediba said he is stepping into the next phase of his career with gratitude for the past and optimism for what lies ahead.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:2:"11";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"5";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:14:"Godwin Asediba";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";N;s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-27 09:52:09";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_694fa9eab4b02.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_694fa9ead2f01.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_694fa9eae4b0c.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_694fa9eaef478.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_694fa9eb042bb.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:68;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:1:"5";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:71:"Tamale: Police arrest 28-year-old with 98 parcels of suspected cannabis";s:4:"slug";s:70:"tamale-police-arrest-28-year-old-with-98-parcels-of-suspected-cannabis";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";s:154:"Ghana Police Service, Tamale arrest, cannabis seizure, drug trafficking Ghana, Mohammed Alhassan, Northern Region crime, narcotic drugs, Ghana police news";s:7:"summary";s:139:"Ghana Police arrest 28-year-old Mohammed Alhassan in Tamale over possession of 98 parcels of suspected cannabis as investigations continue.";s:7:"content";s:1664:"<p>The Ghana Police Service has arrested a 28-year-old man in Tamale in connection with the possession of 98 parcels of suspected cannabis.<br>The suspect, identified as Mohammed Alhassan, was arrested by the Police Special Operations Team on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at about 12:30 pm at Kpalsi, a suburb of Tamale in the Northern Region.<br>According to a police statement signed by the Northern Regional Police Public Relations Officer, Chief Inspector Alhassan Luckman Niendow, the arrest followed a distress call from the Tamale Taskforce, which had intercepted the narcotic substances during an operation in the area.<br>The police said the exhibits comprised 98 parcels of compressed dried leaves suspected to be cannabis. An initial suspect, identified only as Hashim, was apprehended with the exhibits and, during interrogation, implicated Mohammed Alhassan.</p>
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<p><br>Based on the information gathered, police arrested Alhassan and handed him over to the Drug Law Enforcement Unit (DLEU) to assist with ongoing investigations.<br>The statement added that Hashim is currently at large, and efforts are underway to locate and arrest him.<br>Police say Mohammed Alhassan is expected to be arraigned before court on Monday, December 29, 2025, to face charges relating to the possession of narcotic drugs without lawful authority.<br>The Ghana Police Service has reiterated its commitment to combating drug-related crimes and urged the public to support law enforcement agencies by providing timely and credible information.</p>
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<p></p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:1:"7";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:2:"10";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"3";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";N;s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2025-12-26 18:28:06";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-26 14:15:44";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_694e97cf8c69b.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_694e97cfaf6d4.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_694e97cfc73ad.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_694e97cfdb57c.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_694e97cfed6c0.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:12:"Hilda Appiah";s:11:"author_slug";s:12:"hilda-appiah";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}i:69;O:8:"stdClass":45:{s:2:"id";s:1:"3";s:7:"lang_id";s:1:"1";s:5:"title";s:84:"Selective Justice Undermining Ghana’s Anti-Corruption Fight – Prof Kwasi Prempeh";s:4:"slug";s:77:"selective-justice-undermining-ghanas-anti-corruption-fight-prof-kwasi-prempeh";s:10:"title_hash";N;s:8:"keywords";N;s:7:"summary";N;s:7:"content";s:2343:"<p>Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, Prof. Henry Kwasi Prempeh, says selective justice is destroying public trust in Ghana’s anti-corruption system and weakening confidence in key state institutions.<br>Questioning the effectiveness of the current structure, Prof Prempeh asked why the system has failed if it was ever meant to work. “It’s obvious that if it was going to work, why hasn’t it worked?” he asked, noting that Ghana has experimented with different models, including career attorneys general, yet the flaws persist.<br>He pointed out that Ghana’s current arrangement is inherently political. “Our current attorney general setup is not a career attorney general setup. It is a politician, Attorney General, setup,” he said.</p>
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<p><br>Prof Prempeh stressed that constitutions are designed for real people, not ideal actors. “We are human beings. Constitutions are made for human beings, right?” he said, adding that it is unrealistic to ignore the political nature of the office.<br>According to him, the conflict becomes even more pronounced when the Attorney General is an active politician. “This is going to be run by a human being. He is a politician,” he said, noting that in some cases the Attorney General is also a sitting Member of Parliament.<br>He explained that this reality fuels public suspicion and erodes confidence in prosecutions. “If you came and said, look, I’m going after this target genuinely, because evidence is leading me this way, Ghanaians will doubt you,” he said.<br>Political labels, he added, often overshadow facts. “Oh, you are going after this person because you are NDC and he’s NPP,” he said, stressing that no explanation can fully repair such mistrust.<br>Prof Prempeh said many systems have drawn lessons from experience and moved away from granting prosecutorial power to political actors. “They’ve concluded that this attorney general is not doing the prosecution matters well,” he said.<br>Ghana’s own evidence, he noted, points in the same direction. “When you give prosecutorial power to a politician, Attorney General, this is how it works,” he said, while acknowledging rare exceptions such as the United States.</p>";s:11:"category_id";s:2:"11";s:8:"image_id";s:1:"4";s:12:"optional_url";N;s:9:"pageviews";s:1:"4";s:13:"comment_count";s:1:"0";s:9:"need_auth";s:1:"0";s:12:"slider_order";s:1:"1";s:14:"featured_order";s:1:"1";s:12:"is_scheduled";s:1:"0";s:10:"visibility";s:1:"1";s:17:"show_right_column";s:1:"1";s:9:"post_type";s:7:"article";s:10:"video_path";N;s:13:"video_storage";s:5:"local";s:9:"image_url";N;s:9:"video_url";N;s:16:"video_embed_code";N;s:7:"user_id";s:1:"4";s:6:"status";s:1:"1";s:7:"feed_id";N;s:8:"post_url";N;s:13:"show_post_url";s:1:"0";s:17:"image_description";s:72:"Chairman of the Constitution Review Committee, Prof. Henry Kwasi Prempeh";s:17:"show_item_numbers";s:1:"0";s:14:"is_poll_public";s:1:"1";s:15:"link_list_style";s:156:"a:3:{i:1;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:2;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}i:3;a:2:{s:5:"style";s:4:"none";s:6:"status";i:0;}}";s:11:"recipe_info";N;s:9:"post_data";N;s:10:"updated_at";s:19:"2025-12-26 18:27:36";s:10:"created_at";s:19:"2025-12-26 11:19:47";s:10:"image_data";s:337:"img_bg::uploads/images/202512/image_870x580_694e6e158c03d.jpg||img_df::uploads/images/202512/image_870x_694e6e15975d6.jpg||img_sl::uploads/images/202512/image_694x532_694e6e159fc8e.jpg||img_md::uploads/images/202512/image_430x256_694e6e15a3f43.jpg||img_sm::uploads/images/202512/image_140x98_694e6e15a6485.jpg||img_mi::jpg||img_st::local";s:13:"category_name";s:6:"Social";s:13:"category_slug";s:6:"social";s:14:"category_color";s:7:"#2e7d32";s:15:"author_username";s:10:"Mary Adofo";s:11:"author_slug";s:10:"mary-adofo";s:15:"lang_short_form";s:2:"en";}}}