🏛️ Politics & Governance
- The Ofori-Atta Extradition Saga: Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta remains in U.S. custody (ICE) following his arrest in Virginia. While Ghana has filed 78 corruption counts against him, his legal team is fighting extradition on medical grounds, citing his ongoing battle with prostate cancer.
- Ayawaso East By-Election: The race to replace the late MP Naser Toure has taken a personal turn. His widow is among six aspirants who have picked up forms for the NDC primary, sparking a national debate on the growing trend of “widow-candidates” in Ghanaian politics.
- TikTok vs. The State: An Adenta court has remanded a TikToker for allegedly spreading a viral “fake plot” regarding a military move against President Mahama. The case has become a focal point for discussions on social media regulation and free speech.
📈 Economy & Finance- “The Reset” Budget: Following the 2026 Budget presentation, the government is touting a massive drop in food inflation (from 27.8% to 9.5%). Key bills are currently before Parliament, including the repeal of the COVID-19 Health Recovery Levy and new regulations for Virtual Asset Service Providers (cryptocurrency).
- Poverty Rate Decline: The Ghana Statistical Service reports that multidimensional poverty has fallen to 21.9%, meaning nearly one million Ghanaians have moved out of poverty over the last year.
🚍 Security & Transport- Kumasi Fare Crackdown: A major security operation began at 4:00 AM today in Greater Kumasi. Led by Captain (Rtd.) Kwame Jabari, over 100 personnel are arresting drivers and “loading boys” charging illegal fares. To support commuters, 10 Metro Mass buses have been deployed to key hubs like Kejetia.
- Military Recruitment Hoax: The Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) officially debunked a viral report claiming 60% of recruitment applicants tested positive for HIV, labeling it “malicious misinformation.”
⚽ Sports & Showbiz- Semenyo’s City Success: Antoine Semenyo is the man of the hour after scoring his third goal for Manchester City in a 2-0 win over Wolves. Following his record $87 million move from Bournemouth, Pep Guardiola has hailed him as a “perfect signing” for the club’s future.
- Farewell to Legends: The nation continues to honor highlife icon Daddy Lumba. Meanwhile, the music fraternity is also mourning the recent passing of veteran
