Students in both public and private schools in Obuasi in the Ashanti region will miss classroom hours amidst tensions in the gold mining town for the next two days. Some illegal miners in the community clashed violently with military personnel when they allegedly breached the security fence at one of the mining concessions of AngloGold […]
The former Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) and New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammy Awuku, has expressed his delight over the government’s decision to abolish the betting tax. He described the policy as ineffective and counterproductive, citing its failure to yield positive results in various jurisdictions. In an […]
A survey by Joy News through its social media handles has passed a damning verdict on former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, for being largely responsible for the NPP’s stunning defeat in the December 2024 election. The survey, which asked Ghanaians to share their views on factors which contributed to the NPP’s shocking defeat, had […]
Below are nine new ministerial nominations by President John Mahama, Joy News sources have confirmed. Haruna Iddrisu, MP – Ministry of Education Kwame Governs Agbodza, MP – Ministry of Roads and Highways Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, MP – Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry Eric Opoku, MP – Ministry of Food and Agriculture Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, […]
Fitch Ratings has expressed optimism about the recovery of Ghana’s banking sector, citing strong profits and improved capitalisation after the challenges brought on by the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP). The ratings agency forecasts a brighter outlook for the sector as economic stabilisation efforts gain momentum. In its latest report, Fitch highlighted the critical role […]
The man had been arrested after a stolen car was found at the house where the former president used to reside. The NPA says there is insufficient evidence to charge him. The car in question was found at the former President’s residence in Houghton, and the state says it is still investigating a possible connection […]
Petroleum product prices are expected to increase marginally at the pumps from Friday, January 17, 2025. This has been influenced by rising prices of crude oil on the international market and recent pressures on the cedi. The Cedi started 2025 on a losing streak, depreciating marginally by 0.38% to the US dollar in the retail […]
Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, has criticised Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister-designate, for what he described as an evasive and inconsistent performance during his vetting. At a Minority press conference on Wednesday, 15 January, Dr Boako expressed disappointment in Dr Forson’s responses to critical issues. “Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, […]
The University of Ghana (UG) has announced the continuation of its Open Random Bed Allocation system for the 2024/2025 academic year. This initiative, which was implemented in the 2023/2024 academic year, aims to ensure transparency and equity in the allocation of accommodation to newly admitted Level 100 students. In a notice issued by the Pro […]
President John Dramani Mahama has made key National Security appointments with Commissioner of Police (Rtd) Nathan Kofi Boakye taking up the position of Director of Operations at the Presidency. Kofi Boakye will oversee operational effectiveness in security matters. Former Chief of Staff Prosper Douglas Bani has been appointed National Security Advisor to the President. Mr […]
The government has initiated a recall of all Diplomatic and Service Passports issued under the previous administration. The directive, communicated in a letter from the Office of the President and signed by Secretary to the President, Dr Callistus Mahama, aims to ensure the proper use and administration of official travel documents in accordance with both […]
Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, is cautioning the Mahama government against introducing alternative taxes in disguise following their promise to scrap the electronic levy (e-levy) and betting taxes. Speaking to the media on Monday, 13 January, following the vetting of Finance Minister nominee Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, Dr Boako emphasised the […]
