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Vice President Calls for Stronger EU-Ghana Security Partnership Amid Regional Tensions
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Vice President Calls for Stronger EU-Ghana Security Partnership Amid Regional Tensions

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to deepening its strategic partnership with the European Union to promote peace and stability across the sub-region. Speaking on recent security developments, the Vice President acknowledged the EU’s continued support to Ghana through key initiatives such as the European Peace Facility and the EU Security and Defence Initiative. These programs have collectively supported more than 30 security-related projects in Ghana, covering areas including conflict prevention, counterterrorism, border management, maritime security, and cybersecurity. She noted that the collaboration has significantly strengthened Ghana’s security architecture and contributed to broader regional stability. However, Vice President Opoku-A...
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Vice President Opens 74th WAEC Council Meeting, Honours Top WASSCE Performers
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Vice President Opens 74th WAEC Council Meeting, Honours Top WASSCE Performers

The Vice President of Ghana, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has officially opened the 74th Annual Council Meeting of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), hosted in Ghana this year. Addressing delegates at the ceremony, the Vice President commended member governments for their sustained commitment to WAEC, describing it as one of the most effective examples of regional cooperation in West Africa. She noted that the Council continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the human capital of participating countries while maintaining high standards in education. She emphasized the need for WAEC to preserve its credibility and integrity, particularly in tackling examination malpractice. According to her, addressing the issue requires a collective effort involving schools, communities, a...
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Police Dismantle Armed Robbery Gang on Obuasi–Dunkwa Highway; Two Suspects Killed, Several Arrested
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Police Dismantle Armed Robbery Gang on Obuasi–Dunkwa Highway; Two Suspects Killed, Several Arrested

The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has dismantled a suspected armed robbery gang operating along the Obuasi–Dunkwa highway following intelligence-led operations conducted on March 10 and 11, 2026. The operation led to an exchange of gunfire between the police and the suspects, resulting in the death of two alleged robbers, the seizure of firearms and ammunition, and the arrest of several suspects believed to be linked to a broader illegal arms supply network in the Ashanti Region. According to the police, the operation began on March 10 when the command received credible intelligence that a group of armed men had gathered in a bush along the Obuasi–Dunkwa highway and were preparing to carry out a robbery attack. A police team was immediately dispatched to the area. Upon arr...
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Vice President Engages Roads Ministry on Infrastructure Development
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Vice President Engages Roads Ministry on Infrastructure Development

The Vice President of the Republic, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to improving the country’s road infrastructure following an official working visit to the Ministry of Roads and Highways. During the visit, the Vice President was received by the Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwame Agbodza, and the leadership of the Ministry. The meeting provided an opportunity to review the current state of Ghana’s road network and strengthen coordination between the Presidency and the Ministry. Officials from the Ministry briefed the Vice President on the status of the country’s road network, which currently spans about 137,000 kilometres. They also outlined government’s plans to expand and modernize road infrastructure across the country as part of the administ...
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Vice President Briefed on Reforms and Progress in Ghana’s Energy Sector
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Vice President Briefed on Reforms and Progress in Ghana’s Energy Sector

The Vice President of Ghana, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, has reaffirmed government’s commitment to stabilizing and transforming the country’s energy sector following a working visit to the Ministry of Energy and Green Transition. The Vice President met with officials of the ministry, led by the Minister, John Abdulai Jinapor, to receive a comprehensive briefing on the current state of the sector, ongoing reforms, and strategic measures aimed at ensuring reliable, affordable, and sustainable energy for the country. Contracts Audited to Strengthen Accountability During the meeting, the ministry outlined measures being implemented to restore efficiency and accountability in the sector. Officials revealed that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) had subjected 347 contracts to a valu...
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President John Mahama Visits South Korea for Bilateral Talks and Economic Engagements
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President John Mahama Visits South Korea for Bilateral Talks and Economic Engagements

President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in the Republic of Korea for a high-level visit aimed at strengthening diplomatic and economic ties between Ghana and South Korea. During his stay, President Mahama is scheduled to hold bilateral talks with President Lee Jae Myung, focusing on enhancing cooperation in trade, technology, and education. He will also meet with Speaker of the National Assembly Woo Won-shik to discuss parliamentary collaboration and mutual development initiatives. As part of the official engagements, the President will attend a ship-naming ceremony at Hyundai Heavy Industries Shipyard in Ulsan, highlighting the growing industrial and maritime partnerships between the two countries. Additionally, he will deliver remarks at a conferment ceremony at Yonsei University...
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Vice President Welcomes New Ghanaian Citizens at Oath Ceremony
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Vice President Welcomes New Ghanaian Citizens at Oath Ceremony

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to strengthening ties with Africans in the diaspora as she welcomed newly naturalized citizens during a swearing-in ceremony held earlier this evening. The ceremony, which involved individuals taking the Oath of Allegiance to officially become Ghanaian citizens, was organized by the Diaspora Affairs Office at the Presidency in collaboration with the Ministry of the Interior (Ghana). The Diaspora Affairs Office operates under the leadership of Kofi Okyere Darko, while the Interior Ministry is headed by Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak. Addressing the gathering, the Vice President described the event as a significant step in deepening Ghana’s relationship with the global African community. She noted that the ceremony...
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President’s Independence Day Awards Celebrates 52 Outstanding Students in Accra
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President’s Independence Day Awards Celebrates 52 Outstanding Students in Accra

Fifty-two exceptional school children from across the country were honoured at this year’s President’s Independence Day Awards ceremony held on Wednesday at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). The Deputy Minister for Education, Clement Apaak, represented the Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, at the prestigious event. He joined the Vice President of the Republic, Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, to celebrate the academic achievements of the awardees. Inclusive Selection Across All Regions In his remarks, Dr. Apaak commended the Ghana Education Service (GES) for conducting what he described as an inclusive and transparent selection process. He noted that this year’s awards ensured participation from all 16 regions of Ghana, with students drawn from both public and priv...
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Vice President Engages KAIPTC on Peace, Security and Institutional Reform
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Vice President Engages KAIPTC on Peace, Security and Institutional Reform

Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has held high-level discussions with the leadership of the Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) at her office, focusing on the Centre’s mandate and its expanding role in promoting peace, security, and inclusion across the region. The meeting centered on strengthening collaboration to enhance national and regional stability through research, training, and policy dialogue. Commendation for Regional Impact During the engagement, the Vice President praised KAIPTC for its sustained contribution as a leading regional hub for peacekeeping training and security research. She acknowledged the Centre’s strategic focus on women, peace and security, youth mentorship, and institutional reform pillars she described as essential ...
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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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