By: George Yawson Vineh The government is set to allocate funds to the newly established National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) in the upcoming national budget. This was disclosed by the Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority, Mr. Edudzi Tamaklo during a panel interview on TV3’s political talk show.According to Mr. Tamaklo, the inclusion of NAIMOS in the 2026 budget demonstrates the government's commitment to intensifying the fight against galamsey by providing NAIMOS with the necessary resources.He explained that the government continues to acknowledge the operations of NAIMOS in fighting galamsey hence the support to resource NAIMOS. Mr. Tamaklo further hinted that a significant portion of the allocation will go into resourcing and retooling their operations in making

Ot, Savannah and Upper West Regional Directors of national Peace council called on the government for financial and logistics assistance.Executive Secretary of the National Peace Council for the Central Region, Charles Ohene-Amoah, has called on the government and relevant institutions to provide financial and logistical support to the council.Speaking during a three-day training workshop organized by the ECOWAS Peace and Security Group (EPSG) for journalists from the Oti, Savannah, and Upper West Regions, Dr. Ohene-Amoah emphasized that such support is crucial for carrying out peace campaigns and sensitization programs across the country. He noted that insufficient funding has limited the council’s visibility, making its activities more prominent only during election periods. In addition, inadequate office accommodations at the district level and

By: George Yawson VinehA seven-member committee has been constituted to investigate the circumstances leading to the collapse of a building at Roman Ridge in Accra. The committee is tasked to uncover the root causes of the incident and recommend measures to prevent future occurrences.The collapsed building left 14 construction workers critically injured on Tuesday, 28 October, 2025, at the premises of the Architectural Engineering Group sited within Roman Ridge.Emergency response teams, including personnel drawn from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the Ghana National Fire Service, and the Police, rushed to the scene to save those trapped under the rubble. This was confirmed by Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Fire Service, Divisional Officer II Desmond Essoun Ackah.The Municipal Chief

By: George Yawson VinehA seven-member committee has been constituted to investigate the circumstances leading to the collapse of a building at Roman Ridge in Accra. The committee is tasked to uncover the root causes of the incident and recommend measures to prevent future occurrences.The collapsed building left 14 construction workers critically injured on Tuesday, 28 October, 2025, at the premises of the Architectural Engineering Group sited within Roman Ridge.Emergency response teams, including personnel drawn from the National Disaster Management Organisation (NADMO), the Ghana National Fire Service, and the Police, rushed to the scene to save those trapped under the rubble. This was confirmed by Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Fire Service, Divisional Officer II Desmond Essoun Ackah.The Municipal Chief

The Spokesperson and Press Secretary to the Vice President, Ama Pratt, has reaffirmed President John Dramani Mahama’s unwavering dedication to advancing the empowerment of women and girls across Ghana, describing his leadership as one rooted in action rather than rhetoric.Speaking at the Women in Gospel Music (WIGM) “Gratitude 2025” celebration held under the theme “Our God Reigns,” Ms. Pratt commended the organization for its role in uniting women of faith and using their platform to impact society positively. She praised WIGM’s initiative to support young girls in deprived communities with sanitary towels, noting that the gesture perfectly aligns with the President’s broader vision for gender empowerment.“Your initiative to support young girls with sanitary towels complements President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment

By Makiza Micheline Latifa As the world marks the 80th anniversary of the Victory of the Anti-Fascist War, the upcoming Global South Academic Forum (GSAF 2025) is set to convene leading scholars, policymakers, and some of the most influential movement thinkers from across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Set to be held in Shanghai from November 13 to November 15, GSAF 2025 seeks to provide a powerful space for the Global South to rethink its collective past, redefine its global role, and articulate a shared vision for a just, multipolar world order. Hosted by East China Normal University, the University of Johannesburg, and the Tricontinental Institute for Social Research, under the overarching theme “The Victory of the World Anti-Fascist War and the Postwar

Government - sanctioned sanitation days. In Ghana, the government has implemented initiatives to promote cleanliness and sanitation, particularly in urban areas. One such initiative is the National Sanitation Day, observed on the first Saturday of every month. On this day, citizens are encouraged to participate in clean-up exercise, disposing of wast properly and maintaining a clean environment. The Member of Parliament for Nkwanta South, Hon. Geoffrey Kini, in collaboration with the Municipal Chief Executive, has indeed taken a proactive step by instructing citizens to participate in a clean-up exercise. This initiative aligns with the National Sanitation Day observed on the first Saturday of every month.By working together, the government and citizens can maintain a clean environment, promote public health, and enhance

The Feed Ghana Program, launched by President John Dramani Mahama, aims to boost food production, reduce imports, and create jobs in agriculture-related sectors. The program has several components, including, crop development, increasing production and productivity of crops like maize, rice, soybeans, and vegetables through improved access to irrigation and extension services.Livestock development Supporting poultry, cattle, sheep, goat, and pig farming with improved breeds, feed, and veterinary services. Institutional Farming, encouraging schools, prisons, and other institutions to cultivate food crops and raise livestock to reduce food costs and promote agricultural values.Farmers' Service Centres, Providing mechanization services, training, quality inputs, and market linkages to farmers.Farm Banks, establishing agricultural production zones with secured land, shared infrastructure, and market access. The program also focuses on youth