Author: TNRgh

A new directive from the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, has ignited a fiery debate within Ghana’s religious community. The mandate, which requires spiritual leaders to submit sensitive prophecies about the nation and its leaders for review, is intended to curb the spread of fear and panic often associated with public pronouncements. However, the move has exposed a deep divide among the clergy, with some welcoming the change while others raise serious concerns. A Call for Order or a Recipe for Chaos? The initiative aims to bring order to a chaotic prophetic landscape. Mr.…

Across Ghana, the menace of poor sanitation, particularly choked gutters, is becoming an alarming national crisis. From bustling urban centers like Accra, Kumasi, and Takoradi to smaller towns and communities, residents are voicing growing concerns about the devastating effects of clogged drainage systems, a problem that fuels flooding, spreads diseases, and erodes the quality of life. The gutters, originally constructed to channel rainwater and prevent flooding, are now overwhelmed with plastic waste, food scraps, and other debris. The result, stagnant, foul-smelling water spilling onto streets, creeping into homes, and turning entire neighborhoods into breeding grounds for mosquitoes, flies, and other…

In the heart of Ghana’s Northeast Region, the Langbinsi Health Centre stands as a critical lifeline for thousands of residents across surrounding communities. Yet, despite its vital role, the facility is crippled by severe shortages, leaving patients and healthcare workers in a relentless battle for survival.   The health centre, which serves as the primary point of care for many, operates with shockingly inadequate resources. The wards, meant to offer comfort and recovery, are instead scenes of distress. In one ward, only two worn-out beds are available, forcing patients to share or lie on the floor. Others are turned away…

Set to Lose Everything and Face Life in Jail The long arm of the law has finally caught up with four Ghanaians who allegedly masterminded a massive romance and email fraud scheme that swindled victims out of more than $100 million. The men were extradited to the United States to face prosecution. The accused—Isaac Oduro Boateng (aka “Kofi Boat”), Inusah Ahmed (aka “Pascal”), Derrick Van Yeboah (aka “Van”), and Patrick Kwame Asare (aka “Borgar,” who is still at large)—are accused of running a sophisticated criminal enterprise from their base in Ghana, targeting vulnerable Americans. The indictment, a copy of which…

A seismic rift has erupted within Ghana’s spiritual community, sparked by a controversial new directive from Presidential Envoy Elvis Afriyie Ankrah. The mandate, which orders spiritual leaders to submit sensitive prophecies about the nation and its leaders for vetting, is meant to douse the flames of fear often fanned by public pronouncements. But instead of bringing peace, it has exposed a deep and fiery divide among the clergy. A Biblical Test or a Dangerous Gamble? Afriyie Ankrah insists his directive is not a muzzle on spiritual expression but a necessary tool for national security. Citing scriptures like 1 Thessalonians…

Workers at the Ghana Broadcasting Corporation (GBC) are once again in an uproar, demanding the immediate removal of their Director-General, Professor Amin Alhassan. The D-G, whose four-year term ended on October 1, 2023, has continued to occupy the top seat, defying both employee demands and official directives. The GBC Divisional Union of the Public Services Workers’ Union (PSWU) has issued a fresh notice to the National Media Commission (NMC), giving them a 10-day ultimatum to act or face the consequences. This new agitation follows several ignored petitions and a directive from the Controller and Accountant General’s Department to suspend the…

After a brief dip, Ghana’s financial stocks are gearing up for a powerful comeback, according to a leading market analyst. Ms. Gifty Annor-Sika Asantewah, President of Women in Forex Ghana, said she expects a strong rebound on the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE) this week, with the financial sector leading the charge. Last week’s dip in the GSE Financial Stocks Index (GSE-FSI) was simply profit-taking, not a sign of underlying weakness, Asantewah explained. The index fell to 3,408.78 points, a 0.57% loss for the week, but still holds an impressive 43.18% gain for the year. “What we saw last week was…

A fierce chieftaincy dispute is brewing in the historic town of Awudua, threatening to plunge the seat of the Apinto Traditional Council into chaos. Reports reaching The New Republic indicate that the succession process for the prestigious Apinto Divisional seat has been compromised, sparking outrage and division among royal families and chiefs. The conflict centers on the nomination of a new chief from the Faibil family, one of the two royal gates eligible for the stool. According to sources, the Faibil family officially nominated Kwabena Damoah to succeed the late Nana Kwabena Angu II, who ruled for 37 years until…

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has broken its silence over its recent disconnection from the National Identification Authority’s (NIA) Identity Verification Services (IVS) platform, firmly rejecting claims that it owes the NIA a validated debt and questioning the legitimacy of the transaction that created the alleged financial obligation. In a statement issued by the Authority’s Communication and Public Affairs Department, the GRA described the public claims by the NIA and related media reports as surprising and problematic. It clarified that the supposed debt, which reportedly led to its disconnection from the IVS platform, stems from what it termed a “legacy…

Deloitte Sounds Alarm on “Urgent System Overhaul”. The ground is shaking beneath Ghana’s non-life insurance sector as a staggering 21.9% VAT rate is unleashed on general insurance products. The government’s new tax law, aimed at filling its coffers, has sent shockwaves through the industry, with leading advisory firm Deloitte issuing a dire warning: act now or face ruinous penalties A New Tax Era, A New Threat As of July 2025, a sweeping new tax regime is in full effect. Following the passage of the VAT (Amendment) Act 2023, all non-life insurance products—excluding motor insurance—are now subject to an eye-watering…