insert_link Local Vote- buying, party reform, and the unfinished business of internal democracy in the NDC I must admit that I support the agenda, vision, and fortitude of President Mahama in his efforts to set Ghana on a path toward a sustainable future, strong political institutions, and principled leadership. A few weeks ago, the President received the reports of the Constitution Review Committee, and many Ghanaians hope that, in alignment with his vision, Parliament will pass some of the committee’s recommendations and the Ghanaian people will […] todayFebruary 8, 2026
insert_link Local Jachie-Pramso SHS appeals for support as headmaster hails discipline The Headmaster of Jachie-Pramso Senior High School, Benjamin Kye-Ampadu, has attributed the school’s strong academic performance to strict discipline and effective student monitoring systems. Speaking at the school’s 55th Anniversary Speech and Prize Giving Day in Bosomtwe, Mr Kye-Ampadu said discipline remains the cornerstone of the institution’s success. He noted that students are constantly supervised and supported through counselling to help them stay focused on their studies.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
insert_link Local NDC committee given February 10 deadline to submit Ayawaso East vote-buying report The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has constituted a three-member committee to investigate allegations of widespread inducement and vote-buying during its recent parliamentary primaries in the Ayawaso East constituency. In a statement signed by the party’s General Secretary, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the party announced the move on Saturday, February 7, 2026, fulfilling an earlier promise to look into the reports that marred the internal election held last Saturday.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 2
insert_link Local Sentencing is not a lottery -Lawyer defends Agradaa’s sentence reduction Daniel Korang, an author and partner at Adom Legal Consult, has defended the Amasaman High Court’s decision to reduce the 15-year jail term of Evangelist Patricia Asiedua, popularly known as Nana Agradaa, saying the ruling was guided by law and judicial procedure. “Sentencing at every stage of a criminal trial is a judicial exercise that is regulated by law. It is never a function of the lottery,” Korang said on […] todayFebruary 8, 2026
insert_link Local Abossey Okai spare parts dealers threaten one-week strike over new VAT regime The Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association has warned of a possible one-week strike if the government fails to urgently review the newly implemented Value Added Tax (VAT) regime under the Value Added Tax Act, 2025 (Act 1151). In a press statement dated February 8, 2026, and signed by its Head of Communications, Takyi Addo, the Association said the current 20 per cent VAT rate is hurting pricing, competitiveness, and […] todayFebruary 8, 2026
insert_link Local Unemployed graduates with disabilities set 30-day ultimatum for employment plan or face protests A coalition of unemployed tertiary graduates with disabilities has given the government a one-month ultimatum to present a clear and workable employment plan or face nationwide protests.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
insert_link Local Gunmen kill 3 people and abduct Catholic priest in northern Nigeria Gunmen killed three people and abducted a Catholic priest and several others during an early morning attack on the clergyman's residence in northern Nigeria's Kaduna state, church and police sources said on Sunday.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
insert_link Local Ghanaian highlife maestro Ebo Taylor dies at 90 Legendary Ghanaian highlife musician Ebo Taylor has died at the age of 90, the Musicians Union of Ghana (MUSIGA) has announced. Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026
insert_link Local MzNana & Obaapa Christy unite on soul-stirring gospel anthem Ahoto’ Ghanaian gospel music minister MzNana has officially released her highly anticipated new single, “Ahoto (Comfort),” featuring legendary gospel icon Obaapa Christy, and it’s already blessing hearts across the globe.Source: www.myjoyonline.comRead full article todayFebruary 8, 2026 1
insert_link International Santander offers 98% mortgage for first-time buyers – with strict rules todayFebruary 3, 2026 6