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The Minority Caucus in Parliament has boycotted the Ad-hoc Committee investigating the January 30 chaos at the Appointments Committee, stating that they will await the Speaker of Parliament's response to their memorandum before proceeding.

President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that the country is taking proactive steps to overcome its current economic challenges through strategic measures and international partnerships.

The government of Ghana has rejected GH₵2.9 billion in Treasury bill bids following a highly oversubscribed auction, as investors flooded the market with offers totaling GH₵10.6 billion. 

United States President Donald Trump’s offer to rehouse white South Africans as refugees fleeing persecution may not spur quite the rush he anticipates, as right-wing white lobby groups want to “tackle the injustices” of Black majority rule on home soil.

The National Security has said it has made a huge bust, seizing a large, unspecified amount of US dollars and Ghana cedis, including counterfeits, hidden in twelve 20ft shipping containers.

The government will soon establish a multi-stakeholder team to develop a roadmap for reducing internet data costs in Ghana, Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, Sam George, has announced.

The Minister for Communications, Sam Nartey George, has urged Parliament to review CCTV footage to identify the MP who made an offensive remark about Dr Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, the MP for Klottey Korle.

Rwandan President Paul Kagame responded to President Donald Trump's calls to shut down a massive US government aid program that has paid out millions of dollars to his country in an interview with CNN.

The famous Kantamanto Market in Accra, one of the foremost stock houses for used clothing, has bounced back to almost full operation after fire ravaged the trading hub on January 3, this year.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is set to introduce a courier system to address a backlog of over 75,000 unclaimed passports, Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has announced.

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) says it has taken stringent measures against widespread examination malpractice, leading to the cancellation and withholding of results for thousands of candidates who sat for the 2024 West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

President John Dramani Mahama is leading diplomatic efforts to reintegrate Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso into the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has revealed.

The 2024 KPMG Customer Experience Survey has shed light on the investment preferences of Ghanaians, revealing a strong inclination towards low- and medium-risk financial instruments as individuals navigate economic uncertainties in pursuit of financial security and independence.

President John Dramani Mahama has accepted the decision of Mrs. Elsie Addo Awadzi, the Second Deputy Governor of the Bank of Ghana, to take early retirement from her position, effective February 28, 2025. The announcement was made in a statement issued by the Presidency on Friday.

In a move to reinforce his administration’s commitment to modesty and prudent resource management, President John Dramani Mahama has announced a ban on non-essential travel for government appointees. 

The government has put the implementation of the National Roads Authority Act 2024 (Act 1118) on hold to allow for further consultations, the Ministry of Roads and Highways has announced.

President John Dramani Mahama has sworn in the fourth batch of ministers of state in accordance with Article 78(1) of the 1992 Constitution.

The Attorney General (A-G) of Ghana has filed a nolle prosequi, effectively discontinuing the case against several individuals associated with the Democracy Hub protests, including prominent activist Oliver Barker-Vormawor and social media influencer Elorm Ama Governor-Ababio, also known as Ama Governor.

Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono has been appointed Acting Director-General of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority (GPHA) by President John Dramani Mahama.

The chairman of the Special Committee investigating the disturbances that disrupted the ministerial vetting process, Mr Emmanuel Bedzrah, has stated that the committee will invoke constitutional provisions and standing orders if members of the Minority refuse to appear before it.

The Marshal of Parliament, Lieutenant Colonel Samuel Kofi Owusu, has confirmed that parliamentary marshals operate strictly under the directives of the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and intervene only upon his instruction during disturbances.

President John Dramani Mahama has called on Ghanaians to uphold patriotism, diligence, and ethical conduct in all facets of life, warning against the growing pursuit of material gain at the expense of national progress.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, host of the Hajj Pilgrimage, has increased Ghana’s quota from 4,000 to 5,000 pilgrims.

The J.J. Rawlings Foundation has petitioned Parliament to investigate remarks made against the late former President Jerry John Rawlings and his daughter, Zanetor Agyeman-Rawlings, on the floor of the House.