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Accra, Ghana – President Mahama has invoked Article 146(6) of the Constitution to establish a committee tasked with investigating allegations leveled against the Chief Justice. This decision follows the President's determination that a prima facie case exists, necessitating further inquiry.     Article 146(6) of the Constitution mandates the formation of a committee to probe allegations against a Justice of a Superior Court when a preliminary examination reveals sufficient grounds for investigation. The committee, charged with a thorough and impartial examination of the petitions, comprises esteemed individuals from diverse sectors, ensuring a broad spectrum of expertise. The members are: Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang – Justice of the Supreme Court     Justice Samuel Kwame Adibu-Asiedu – Justice of the Supreme Court     Daniel Yaw Domelevo – Former Auditor-General Major Flora Bazwaanura Dalugo – Ghana Armed Forces Professor James Sefah Dzisah – Associ...

  Man Electrocuted While Allegedly Stealing Earth Wire at ECG Substation in Kumasi A young man in his late thirties has died by electrocution while attempting to steal an earth wire at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) substation in Adoato, near the Metro Mass Transit Station in Greater Kumasi. The unfortunate incident occurred today, Saturday, April 19, 2025, and resulted in a power outage affecting several areas. According to authorities, the deceased was part of a group reportedly involved in frequent cable thefts in the Ashanti Region. This issue of increasing cable theft has become a growing concern in the area. Deep Research

A critical water shortage at the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi has compelled doctors to suspend all surgical cases with immediate effect, raising serious concerns about patient safety and healthcare delivery in the Ashanti Region. The drastic measure was taken due to the persistent lack of water, which has severely hampered the hospital's ability to maintain sterile conditions essential for surgical procedures. The Komfo Anokye Doctors Association, in a memo dated March 25, 2025, officially announced the suspension, citing the paramount importance of patient safety and security. The memo emphasized that the ongoing water crisis poses significant risks, including increased susceptibility to infections and complications during and after surgery. The doctors' association stated that they could not compromise on the health and well-being of patients under such precarious conditions. Reports indicate that the water shortage has plagued KATH since the previous week,...

A disturbing case of child abuse has emerged in the Central Region of Ghana, leading to the arrest of a couple by the Awutu Bereku District Police Command. Bismarck Odoi, 35, and Saviour Arthur, 33, are accused of chaining their 9-year-old son and leaving him abandoned in a bush near Gomoa Nkwantanana for two consecutive days. The shocking incident came to light when a local woman, venturing into the bush to gather firewood, stumbled upon the distressed child. She discovered the boy, bound and visibly traumatized, and immediately alerted the authorities. Police officers swiftly responded to the scene and apprehended the couple. During initial questioning, both Odoi and Arthur reportedly admitted to chaining their son. They attempted to justify their actions by claiming the child was "stubborn" and required severe disciplinary measures. However, authorities have condemned their actions as a gross violation of child protection laws and basic human rights. The child, who was fou...

Read more A highly coordinated operation by Ghana's National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has resulted in the seizure of a staggering 3.3 tonnes of cocaine, destined for Accra, in a major blow to drug trafficking networks operating within the country. The substantial consignment was intercepted at Pedu Junction, near Cape Coast, on March 4, 2025, following meticulous intelligence gathering and strategic planning. The illicit cargo was ingeniously concealed beneath a layer of sand in a tipper truck originating from Takoradi, a known transit point for various goods. The meticulous concealment was intended to evade detection, but the joint task force, acting on credible intelligence, successfully intercepted the vehicle. Upon initial inspection, a significant quantity of cocaine was discovered. Subsequent, more thorough searches of the truck revealed additional concealed sacks, ultimately pushing the total weight of the seized narcotics to a m...

A wave of frustration and desperation has swept through the Adum PZ market in Kumasi, where traders, devastated by a recent fire, have rejected food donations offered by the Interior Minister and Asawase Member of Parliament, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka. The victims, who lost their livelihoods in the blaze, are vehemently demanding financial assistance to rebuild their businesses, emphasizing that immediate monetary support is far more crucial than temporary relief items. The destructive fire, which erupted on March 21, 2025, ravaged numerous shops and stalls, leaving countless traders in a state of financial ruin and emotional distress. The incident has plunged many families into uncertainty, as they struggle to recover from the loss of their primary source of income. During a visit to the fire-stricken market, Interior Minister Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka arrived with a substantial donation, consisting of 1,500 bags of rice and 8,000 boxes of cooking oil and soap. However, the traders, who...

The South African national football team, Bafana Bafana, is facing a serious predicament as they await a potential sanction from FIFA following the fielding of an ineligible player in their recent 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match against Lesotho. The controversy surrounds midfielder Teboho Mokoena, whose participation in the match has triggered a formal query from the Lesotho Football Association to FIFA. The incident stems from Mokoena's accumulation of yellow cards in previous qualifying matches. According to FIFA regulations, a player who receives two yellow cards in separate qualifying games is required to serve a one-match suspension. Mokoena had received yellow cards in matches against Benin and Zimbabwe, thus making him ineligible to play against Lesotho. Despite this, Mokoena was included in the starting lineup for South Africa's match against Lesotho, which took place in Polokwane last Friday. South Africa went on to secure a 2-0 victory, but the outcome of the mat...