The Minister of State responsible for Government Communications, Felix Ofosu Kwakye, has defended President John Mahama’s decision to use a private jet owned by his brother for official international trips. He explained that the arrangement is only temporary and was made necessary because the state currently lacks a dependable aircraft for presidential travel. Speaking on […]
Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, Member of Parliament for Assin South and a member of the Minority in Parliament, has called on the NDC government to refund monies paid by applicants who were not selected after purchasing recruitment forms. Speaking to the media, Rev. Fordjour argued that it would be fair for the government to reimburse
Daddy Bosco has expressed elation about cannabis having reached Ghana’s Parliament, highlighting the country’s growing focus on the medicinal and economic benefits of the plant. “Who would have thought that Ghana Parliament would be discussing weed?” he asked, noting that the country is now exploring the opportunities that regulated cannabis can provide for healthcare and
The President of the Rastafari Council, Ghana (RCG), Ahuma Bosco Ocansey popularly known as Daddy Bosco, has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to advocating for the total abolition of cannabis prohibition. The Government of Ghana officially launched a strictly regulated medicinal cannabis program, with announcements finalized in late February 2026. This initiative, led by the Ministry
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has reassured the public that Ghana has sufficient fuel reserves and that the country’s petroleum market remains stable despite concerns over developments in the global energy sector. The assurance comes amid growing public discussions about how tensions in the Middle East and fluctuations in the international oil market could affect
A former Deputy Minister of Defence, Derrick Oduro, says recent tensions between Israel and Lebanon that affected Ghanaian peacekeepers may have been triggered by wider Middle East hostilities involving Iran. Speaking on iKulcha on iKulcha TV and Radio Kulcha, Major Oduro explained that the conflict escalated after strikes carried out by the United States and
Former Ghana Deputy Minister of Defence, Major Derrick Oduro, has explained that the primary role of United Nations peacekeepers is to maintain peace while avoiding direct military confrontation. His comments come in the wake of reports that some Ghanaian soldiers serving on a peacekeeping mission in Lebanon were recently injured. Speaking on iKulcha TV and
President John Dramani Mahama has urged Ghanaians to focus on preparation and long-term planning as the country marks its 69th Independence Day celebration. Delivering his address during the national event, President Mahama emphasized that the progress and prosperity of the nation depend on how well its citizens and leaders prepare for the future. “The future
Dr Gordon Newlove Asamoah, has backed the decision to restore road tolls in Ghana, stating that it was not prudent for a developing country like Ghana to abolish the levy. Speaking on iKulcha TV and Radio Kulcha during a discussion with host Kwesi E Baako, Dr. Asamoah argued that the earlier decision by the erstwhile
Officers from the Preventive Unit of the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) have intercepted and confiscated about 560 Chanfang diesel engines at the Golden Jubilee Terminal of the Tema Port. Authorities suspect the engines were being imported for use in illegal small-scale mining activities, commonly referred to as galamsey. This marks the
