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Ghana deploys 121 health workers to Antigua and Barbuda

The first batch of 121 beneficiaries under the President Mahama–led administration’s Ghana Labour Export Programme has departed Ghana for Antigua and Barbuda in the Caribbean to provide services in midwifery, mental health, and general healthcare.

Police intercept vehicle carrying suspected narcotic drugs

The Volta Regional Police Command has recorded a major breakthrough in its fight against drug trafficking following the interception of a vehicle conveying suspected narcotic substances along the Accra-Aflao road on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Abu Trica re-arrested after state withdraws charges

Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, was re-arrested on Monday, January 26, shortly after the High Court struck out his certiorari application challenging proceedings at the Gbese District Court.

Mahama directs Finance Minister to release GH¢1 billion to retired soldiers

President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Minister of Finance to release funds for outstanding gratuity arrears owed to military personnel from the 95-96 year groups, as government grapples with over GH₵1 billion in unpaid retirement benefits affecting approximately 3,000 service members.

Mahama hands over fleet of vehicles to military

President John Dramani Mahama has commissioned a fleet of pickup trucks, buses, and land cruisers for the Ghana Armed Forces to enhance mobility and operational efficiency, with the delivery representing the first phase of vehicles the military is expected to receive.

Mahama cuts sod for 2000-unit military barracks project

President John Dramani Mahama has cut the sod for the construction of Phase One of a 2,000-unit military barracks project and commissioned a fleet of vehicles for the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) at the West African Soldiers Social Activities (WASSA) event.

Daddy Lumba left no will – High Court

The High Court in Accra has confirmed that there is no registered will for the late highlife musician Charles Kwadwo Fosuh, popularly known as Daddy Lumba, at the Probate and Administration Division’s registry.