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Author: Francis Kyei

Police Arrest Suspect for Inciting Comments That Threaten Public Peace
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Police Arrest Suspect for Inciting Comments That Threaten Public Peace

The Ghana Police Service has arrested a suspect in connection with inciteful comments believed to pose a threat to public peace and security in Bawku and its surrounding communities. The suspect, identified as Raphael Azare Kariyama, was apprehended through an intelligence-led operation aimed at monitoring and curbing the spread of content that incites violence or undermines public order and national security. According to the Police, the arrest forms part of ongoing efforts to ensure calm and stability in the Bawku area, following heightened concerns over the use of inflammatory language capable of escalating tensions. Mr. Kariyama is currently in police custody and is expected to be arraigned before court to face the full rigours of the law. The Police say investigations are con...
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Afenyo-Markin Denies Allegations of Voter Influence at Effutu Polling Station
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Afenyo-Markin Denies Allegations of Voter Influence at Effutu Polling Station

The Member of Parliament for Effutu and Minority Leader, Hon. Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has strongly denied circulating allegations that he was present near a polling booth in the Effutu Constituency to influence voters and compromise ballot secrecy. In a statement issued on the day of voting, the MP described the claims as entirely false, insisting they are a deliberate distortion of facts aimed at undermining his integrity and the credibility of the ongoing electoral process. According to Hon. Afenyo-Markin, the allegation is the latest in a series of what he termed orchestrated attacks by political adversaries since the start of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer contest. He cited a previously circulated manipulated video that falsely suggested he failed to applaud a ...
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President Mahama Commissions New Officers into Ghana Armed Forces
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President Mahama Commissions New Officers into Ghana Armed Forces

President and Commander-in-Chief of the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF), His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, has commissioned a new batch of officer cadets into the Ghana Armed Forces, following the successful completion of their training at the Ghana Military Academy (GMA). The commissioning ceremony, which covered Officer Cadets of Regular Career Course (RCC) 64 and Short Service Commission/Special Duties (SSC/SD) Intake 62, took place on Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Ranger Baba Parade Square, Whistler Barracks in Teshie. Addressing the parade, President Mahama praised the cadets for their impressive display of precision, discipline and confidence, describing it as clear evidence of the high standards of training at the Academy. He commended the Military High Command, the Commandant a...
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Ken Agyapong’s Wife Rallies NPP Women Delegates Ahead of Key Party Decision
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Ken Agyapong’s Wife Rallies NPP Women Delegates Ahead of Key Party Decision

Mrs. Christiana Agyapong, wife of Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong, has delivered a strong message of appreciation and unity to women delegates of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) as the party approaches a crucial stage in its internal democratic process. In a statement addressed to women delegates across various constituencies, Mrs. Agyapong expressed profound gratitude for the warm reception and hospitality she received during her engagements, describing the dedication of women in the party as the backbone of the NPP’s enduring strength. She highlighted Hon. Ken Ohene Agyapong’s position as Number One on the ballot, noting that his political journey reflects unwavering commitment to the core values of the NPP — Patriotism, Honesty, and Discipline. According to her, his years of service and con...
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Police Announce Security Measures for NPP Presidential Primaries
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Police Announce Security Measures for NPP Presidential Primaries

The Ghana Police Service has announced comprehensive security arrangements ahead of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries scheduled to take place nationwide on Saturday, January 31, 2026. In a statement issued to the public, the Police said adequate personnel have been deployed to all designated voting centres, collation points, and surrounding areas across the country to ensure a peaceful and orderly process. The measures are aimed at safeguarding delegates, party officials, election officials, observers, and the general public, as well as protecting property before, during, and after the primaries. According to the Police, visibility patrols—both mobile and static—will be intensified, while rapid response teams have been positioned strategically to address any securi...
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Police Arrest Suspect for unlawful possession of suspected narcotic drug in Bekwai
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Police Arrest Suspect for unlawful possession of suspected narcotic drug in Bekwai

The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested a suspect for unlawful possession of seven hundred and thirteen slabs of substances suspected to be narcotic drugs following an operation at Asanso in the Ashanti Region. The suspect, identified as Atampugri Akanyani, the driver of the vehicle, was arrested on 26th January 2026 when a police team on snap check duty intercepted a Mercedes-Benz Sprinter bus with registration number AC 718-25 at the Asanso checkpoint. A search conducted on the vehicle led to the discovery of nine nylon sacks containing dried leaves suspected to be narcotic drugs concealed in the bus. The sacks were opened, revealing a total of seven hundred and thirteen compressed slabs of dried leaves suspected to be narcotic drugs. During the arrest, the suspec...
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Ashanti Regional Police Arrest Four Suspected Armed Robbers in Kunsu
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Ashanti Regional Police Arrest Four Suspected Armed Robbers in Kunsu

The Ashanti Regional Police Command has arrested four suspected armed robbers believed to be behind a series of robbery attacks in Kunsu and its surrounding communities. The suspects were arrested on Tuesday, January 21, 2026, at about 10:00 p.m. during an intelligence-led operation carried out by personnel of the Regional Anti-Robbery Unit in Kumasi, in collaboration with officers from the Surveillance Unit of the National Operations Directorate (NOD) at the Police Headquarters in Accra. The arrest follows investigations into a robbery incident that occurred on December 7, 2025, along the Kunsu–Mankranso road. The suspects have been identified as Yahaya Siedu, also known as “Diamond” (34), Atta Israel, alias “Abode3/Stone” (32), Victor Gyan, alias “City Boy” (26), and Stanley...
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Ghana Extends “Operation Boafo” to 90 Days, Donates Relief Equipment to Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa
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Ghana Extends “Operation Boafo” to 90 Days, Donates Relief Equipment to Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa

On the instructions of President John Dramani Mahama, the Government of Ghana has made an additional donation of relief and reconstruction equipment to the Government of Jamaica as the Caribbean nation continues efforts to rebuild following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. The donation includes construction equipment, air-conditioned tents, boats, outboard motors, medical supplies, water purification systems, as well as plumbing and electrical tools. The items are intended to support emergency response operations and accelerate reconstruction activities in affected communities across Jamaica. The consignment was formally received on behalf of the Jamaican Government by the country’s Foreign Minister, Senator the Honourable Kamina Abena Johnson Smith, JP, who expressed app...
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Police Intercept Vehicle Carrying Suspected Narcotic Drugs on Accra–Aflao Road
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Police Intercept Vehicle Carrying Suspected Narcotic Drugs on Accra–Aflao Road

The Volta Regional Police Command has made a significant breakthrough in its fight against drug trafficking following the interception of a vehicle transporting suspected narcotic substances along the Accra–Aflao road. The intelligence-led operation was carried out on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, when police personnel stopped a black Liberty Jeep with registration number FK 692 KF near Kpotame, close to Sogakorpe. The driver, Charles Adenkule, a 46-year-old Nigerian national, was arrested at the scene and is currently assisting police with investigations. A search conducted on the vehicle led to the discovery of ten (10) parcels of compressed substances suspected to be cocaine, each weighing approximately one kilogram. The substances are estimated to have a street value of about GH¢1...
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Ghanaian Players Shine in MLS Ahead of New Season
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Ghanaian Players Shine in MLS Ahead of New Season

By Francis Kyei NEW JERSEY, USA — Ghanaian footballers continue to strengthen their presence in Major League Soccer (MLS) as the league prepares for the start of a new season, with a mix of experienced campaigners and emerging talents earning places across several clubs. One of the most recognizable Ghanaian names in MLS remains Emmanuel Boateng, who is currently with San Diego FC. The experienced winger, a graduate of Ghana’s Right to Dream Academy, brings leadership and depth to the expansion side after previous stints with LA Galaxy, D.C. United, Columbus Crew and New England Revolution. Boateng’s continued relevance underlines the value of Ghanaian experience in the highly competitive American league. The New York Red Bulls, who play their home matches in Harrison, New Jersey,...
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