Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has announced that the implementation of the Energy Sector Levies (Amendment) Act, 2025 (Act 1141) will begin on July 16, 2025, after being temporarily suspended last month. This decision follows a review of market conditions and aligns with the government's goal of maintaining economic stability. In response, Samuel Amoah, deputy Public Relations Officer of the Ghana Private Road Transport Union, noted that although the drivers' union initially opposed the 1 cedi fuel levy, they have now agreed to its implementation following recent reductions in fuel prices.

Ghanaians observed National Prayers and Thanksgiving Day with Christian and Islamic leaders present, while traditionalists were not officially invited. Nuumo Blafo expressed no grievance, emphasizing unity and respect for all faiths and welcoming everyone regardless of invitation

A deadly confrontation at Mile 11 in the Greater Accra Region has left a 34-year-old Ghanaian shop owner dead, following a violent altercation with a Nigerian co-tenant. Eyewitnesses say the two got into a heated argument earlier in the day. Tensions escalated when the suspect's son allegedly called in a group of young men to the scene. The group reportedly attacked the victim, and in the process, he was fatally stabbed

Minority in Parliament has called on the Government to arrest and prosecute a South African gay couple who filmed a pre-wedding video at Independence Square. They argue the act damages Ghana’s reputation, disrespects a national symbol, and negatively influences the youth.

Perpetual Ofori-Ampofo, President of the Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA), has called for the full implementation of four agreed items by no later than July 2025. She emphasized that this deadline is non-negotiable and warned that the association will take necessary action if there is any further delay. She made this declaration during a press conference held in Accra

Suspended Chief Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo says she received veiled threats warning her to resign or face harm. Speaking publicly for the first time since her suspension, Torkornoo firmly stated she will not resign and intends to prove that the removal process is flawed. She also emphasized that all allegations against her in the petition are false

Police in the Half Assini Division have rescued a 12-year-old boy who was brutally assaulted and tied with a nylon rope, as shown in a viral video on social media. The boy was reportedly accused of stealing GH₵200, which led to the assault. Two individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident.

Some former Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Chief Executives have officially thrown their support behind Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia ahead of the NPP Presidential Primaries. Speaking on their behalf, former Adentan MCE Ebenezer Mensah Doku stated that after engaging with all aspirants, Dr. Bawumia’s message of hope stood out, positioning him as the party’s best bet for the future, particularly as they look toward the 2028 elections

Ernest Yaw Anim, the Member of Parliament for Kumawu in the Ashanti Region, has called on the Ghana Education Service (GES) to launch an immediate investigation after a video went viral showing two male teachers physically fighting over a female colleague. The incident reportedly took place inside a classroom at Pepease D/A Junior High School and is believed to have been sparked by relationship issues

Just 48 hours after the NPP party announced the National Delegates Conference scheduled for July 16 and the Presidential Primaries on January 31, 2026, several individuals have already declared their intentions to contest the flagbearership. About 60 NPP MPs have visited Dr. Bawumia to pledge their support, even though he has not yet declared his candidacy