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Ghana Police Service  Conducts Show of Force Ahead of Ayawaso East By-Election
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Ghana Police Service  Conducts Show of Force Ahead of Ayawaso East By-Election

The Ghana Police Service has carried out a major show of force and route march within the Ayawaso East Constituency ahead of the upcoming by-election. The security exercise forms part of intensified measures aimed at ensuring peace, law, and order before, during, and after the polls. A strong contingent of police personnel drawn from various specialized units participated in the operation. Officers marched through the principal streets of the constituency in a coordinated display of readiness, accompanied by patrol vehicles and security equipment. The move was designed to reassure residents and signal the Service’s preparedness to swiftly respond to any potential disturbances. Police officials emphasized that the operation is not targeted at any individual or group but rather inte...
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NSA Pays January 2026 Allowance to National Service Personnel
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NSA Pays January 2026 Allowance to National Service Personnel

National Service Authority (NSA) has announced the successful payment of the January 2026 allowance to all eligible National Service Personnel (NSP) across the country. In an official statement issued on Friday, February 27, 2026, the Authority confirmed that the allowances were processed and paid the same day, bringing relief to thousands of service personnel who have been awaiting their stipends. According to the NSA, all eligible personnel are advised to check their respective GhanaPay accounts to verify receipt of the payment. The Authority reiterated its commitment to improving its administrative systems to ensure greater efficiency and timeliness in the processing and disbursement of monthly allowances. It noted that strengthening internal processes remains a key priority in...
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Police to enforce high court order barring “STOP GALAMSEY”Demonstration on February 27
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Police to enforce high court order barring “STOP GALAMSEY”Demonstration on February 27

The Ghana Police Service has announced that it will enforce a High Court order prohibiting the planned “Stop Galamsey” demonstration scheduled for Friday, February 27, 2026. In a statement issued by the Accra Regional Police Command, the Command disclosed that a High Court in Accra on February 24, 2026, granted an Order for Prohibition restraining the conveners from holding the protest on the stated date. According to the Police, the court order was duly served on the organisers in accordance with due process. The Command noted that the prohibition was issued in the interest of public order and safety, particularly because the planned protest coincides with the delivery of the State of the Nation Address. The Police also addressed claims circulating on the organisers’ social media...
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𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
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𝐆𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐚 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐬 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Ghana has launched the Cannabis Regulatory Programme, establishing a controlled framework for the cultivation and management of low-THC cannabis for medicinal and industrial purposes. The announcement came during a press briefing in Accra where Hon. Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, Minister for the Interior, declared the programme open for implementation. The implementation follows the passage of the Narcotics Control Commission (Amendment) Act, 2023 (Act 1100) and the Narcotics Control Commission (Cultivation and Management of Cannabis) Regulations, 2023 (L.I. 2475), which provide the legal foundation for regulated activities. According to the Minister, the programme is restricted exclusively to cannabis varieties containing not more than 0.3% THC on a dry weight basis. “This low-psychoact...
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Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly Bans Sale of Explosives in Kumasi City Market
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Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly Bans Sale of Explosives in Kumasi City Market

The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has announced an immediate ban on the sale of explosive and highly inflammable materials within the Kumasi City Market and its surrounding areas. In a public notice issued by the Assembly, management directed all dealers and traders dealing in hazardous substances to remove their stock from the central market and relocate to the Racecourse Market no later than Sunday, March 1, 2026. Items Affected The directive specifically targets the sale and storage of materials considered dangerous and highly combustible, including: Carbide Petrol (gasoline) Acid Gas cylinders Black powder Smokeless powder Other highly inflammable substances According to the Assembly, the decision forms part of broader measures to prevent fire ou...
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs Denies Approval for DVLA Services Abroad
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs Denies Approval for DVLA Services Abroad

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has dismissed claims circulating online that it has approved an initiative for officials of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) to travel abroad to register and renew driving licences for Ghanaians living in the diaspora. In a statement issued in Accra on Wednesday, the Ministry said its attention had been drawn to a viral news headline alleging that DVLA staff had been granted approval to operate in countries including the United States of America, Canada, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands and Germany. However, the Ministry categorically denied the claim, stating that it has “neither issued a directive to our diplomatic missions abroad nor granted approval to any entity for such an arrangement.” According to the statement, the Minis...
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Ghana Armed Forces Rescue 71 Stranded Fishermen After Sea Robbery Attack
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Ghana Armed Forces Rescue 71 Stranded Fishermen After Sea Robbery Attack

The Ghana Armed Forces has successfully rescued 71 Ghanaian fishermen who were left stranded at sea following a robbery attack approximately 35 nautical miles off the coast of Gomoa Nyanyano and Senya Bereku in the Central Region. According to a statement signed by Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin, Acting Director General of Public Relations for the Ghana Navy, the search and rescue operation began at dawn after reports emerged that armed robbers had attacked several fishing boats operating in the area. The attackers reportedly seized outboard motors and personal belongings, leaving the fishermen helpless at sea. Affected vessels included Argentina 2, Argentina 3, Sea Lion, and Berema Nsukwa, among others. The rescue mission was spearheaded by the Ghana Navy, with support from the Ghan...
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Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority Reviews Plan to Deliver Services to Ghanaians Abroad

The Management of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has announced a review of its proposed approach to extending selected services to Ghanaians living abroad, following widespread public reactions. In a statement issued by the Authority, Management acknowledged the feedback and concerns raised by members of the public after the initial announcement of plans to make certain DVLA services accessible to citizens residing outside Ghana. According to the statement, the Authority appreciates the engagement and constructive responses received, emphasizing that public input remains vital in shaping policies and service delivery initiatives. “In view of these sentiments, Management is reviewing the proposed approach and exploring alternative options to ensure that our servi...
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DVLA Clarifies Reports on Driver Licensing Services Abroad
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DVLA Clarifies Reports on Driver Licensing Services Abroad

The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority (DVLA) has clarified what it describes as misleading media headlines regarding its intention to extend selected driver licensing services to Ghanaians living abroad. In a statement, Management of the DVLA explained that the Authority is not setting up full operational offices or posting staff to foreign missions, contrary to some media reports. Instead, the initiative forms part of a collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration to make specific services more accessible to Ghanaian citizens residing outside the country. Pilot Phase in Five Countries According to the DVLA, the pilot phase of the initiative will be rolled out in the: United States of America Canada Germany Netherlands United Kin...
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Ghana Armed Forces Conduct Search and Rescue Operation at Sea After Attack on Fishing Vessels
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Ghana Armed Forces Conduct Search and Rescue Operation at Sea After Attack on Fishing Vessels

The Ghana Armed Forces has launched a search and rescue operation at sea following an attack on some fishing vessels off the coast of the Central Region. According to a statement signed by Captain Veronica Adzo Arhin of the Ghana Navy, the operation began at dawn and is currently ongoing about 35 nautical miles off the coast of Senya Beraku. The rescue mission is being led by the Ghana Navy with support from the Ghana Air Force. Military personnel are conducting coordinated air and sea patrols in the area to locate and assist affected fishermen and secure the waters. The incident is reported to have occurred in the general vicinity where several fishing vessels operate. However, details regarding casualties, damages, or the identities of the attackers have not yet been disclosed. ...
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