Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has insisted that he will not hand over evidence relating to his corruption allegations against Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng to officers of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), maintaining that only an independent, neutral body can receive such material. Speaking on Newsfile on Saturday, December 6, Mr. Kpebu said his refusal to submit evidence to OSP investigators — who report directly to the Special Prosecutor — was the trigger for his recent invitation to the office and the tense confrontation that followed. According to him, his earlier public criticism of Mr. Agyebeng’s leadership style…
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Dr. Kojo Asante, Director of Policy Advocacy and Engagement at CDD-Ghana, has taken strong exception to lawyer Martin Kpebu’s call for the dismissal of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, describing the stance as “hypocrisy” and part of a broader pattern of resistance to independent oversight. Speaking on Channel One TV’s Big Issue on Saturday, December 6, Dr. Asante said he was deeply concerned by similar sentiments from Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga and others within the governing administration who have openly suggested scrapping the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), despite consistently emphasising the need to tackle corruption. “It is incredulous to…
President John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians that the country will remain peaceful, stable, and just, emphasizing his administration’s commitment to safeguarding national security. The President made the remarks while handing over 40 advanced armoured vehicles to the Ghana Police Service, highlighting the government’s efforts to strengthen internal security and protect citizens. “Today, as we hand over these 40 advanced armoured vehicles, we are renewing our covenant with the people of Ghana: this nation will protect its citizens, defend peace, and ensure that Ghana remains secure, stable, and just,” President Mahama said at the National Police Headquarters in Accra. He…
Private lawyer Martin Kpebu has alleged that during his short detention at the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), he was sent to the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB), formerly the BNI, in what he describes as an improper use of state security agencies. Speaking on Channel One’s Newsroom on Thursday, December 4, Kpebu said a minor verbal disagreement with a military officer at the OSP headquarters escalated into what he called an “unlawful” transfer to the NIB. He added that the situation was so poorly managed that his lawyers were initially unaware of his whereabouts. Kpebu criticized the involvement of…
Former Tamale Central MP, Inusah Fuseini, has cautioned the Majority Caucus in Parliament against hastily pushing for the abolition of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), arguing that Ghana’s fight against corruption remains far from won. His comments follow renewed calls from the Majority Group, led by its leader Mahama Ayariga, to scrap the OSP and return the full mandate for prosecuting corruption-related offences to the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice. Mr. Ayariga, while speaking on the floor of Parliament on Thursday, December 4, questioned what he described as the OSP’s limited effectiveness despite reportedly receiving greater budgetary allocations…
Ghana today commemorates the 41st National Farmers’ Day, honouring the country’s hardworking farmers and fishers whose dedication continues to fuel national food security, job creation, and rural development. The 2025 celebration began on Monday, December 1, with the official opening of the National Agricultural Fair at the Ho Sports Stadium. The fair has attracted thousands of participants, including farmers, agripreneurs, policymakers, investors, agro-tech innovators, and exhibitors showcasing modern tools, machinery, and climate-smart solutions. This year’s theme, “Feed Ghana, Eat Ghana, Secure the Future,” highlights the nation’s renewed focus on agricultural transformation, sustainable food systems, and improved resilience against climate and…
Parliament has approved a $60 million agreement between the Ministry of Defence and Dassault Aviation for the purchase of a Falcon 6X aircraft for the Ghana Air Force. In the same sitting, legislators also endorsed a €125 million agreement with Airbus Helicopters SAS for the acquisition of one H160 and three H175 helicopters. According to the government, the procurement forms part of a wider retooling and modernisation programme to address the deteriorating state of the Air Force fleet and enhance its operational readiness. However, the move has stirred debate in Parliament, with the Minority caucus questioning why similar acquisition requests…
Self-styled evangelist, Patricia Asiedua — widely known as Nana Agradaa — has officially withdrawn and disowned all allegations she previously made against award-winning gospel musician Empress Gifty Oppong Adorye, admitting that the claims were entirely false. According to her legal representatives, Agyaa Asamani Law Consult, the controversial statements circulated by Agradaa on social media in May 2025 were made “in the spur of the moment” and have now been fully retracted. In a formal statement released on Thursday, December 4, her lawyer, Richard Asare Baffour, clarified that the accusations levelled against Empress Gifty had no basis in truth and must…
Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin has questioned the justification for the continued allocation of substantial budgetary resources to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), arguing that the office’s performance does not match the scale of investment it receives. Addressing Parliament on Thursday, December 4, during the debate on the OSP’s budget estimates, the Speaker reiterated long-standing concerns over the legal foundation of the institution and its effectiveness since its establishment. “There are some agencies — this morning you spoke about one of them, the OSP. And if you recall, during the deliberation on the OSP, many of us stated…
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has sharply criticised the government over the latest electricity and water tariff increases, accusing authorities of undermining the recently concluded 2026 wage negotiations and acting in “bad faith.” Speaking on Joy FM’s Midday News on Thursday, December 4, TUC Secretary General Joshua Ansah said the new tariff adjustments effectively erase the negotiated 9% increase in minimum wage and base pay, leaving workers worse off. Mr. Ansah said the timing of the hikes — coming just weeks after the Tripartite Committee agreed on a 9% salary adjustment for the 2026 fiscal year — shows a clear…