Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: GNAAtakli Christopher, a farmer, aged 48 years, has appeared before a Sogakope Circuit Court charged for defilement and incest, after allegedly abusing his 13-year-old biological daughter. The court indicated that in 2022, the accused relocated the victim from her mother’s care in Dawhenya to Mafi Devime. The court heard that the victim sought help from her paternal grandfather and an aunt on multiple occasions, but no action was taken to intervene. Joseph Naadado Mcaly, the Sogakope Circuit Court Judge, thus sentenced Atakli Christopher to a 10-year jail term on his own plea. Residents expressed frustration on the rising defilement and incest incidents in the enclave and called for swift stakeholder intervention.

Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: rainbowradioonline.comThe Savannah Regional Police Intelligence Department has arrested twenty-two (22) Togolese nationals suspected of involvement in illegal mining activities within the West Gonja Municipality of the Savannah Region. The arrest was effected on 23rd January 2026 when a team of police officers intercepted a Kia truck with registration number BA 223-12. Upon interrogation, the occupants stated that they were nationals of Togo and were travelling to Tuntumba, a known illegal mining community, with the intention of engaging in galamsey activities. The suspects are currently in police custody and are expected to be handed over to the Ghana Immigration Service for the necessary immigration and legal processes. Investigations into the matter are ongoing, and further developments will be communicated in due course.

Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: rainbowradioonline.comThe Accra Regional Police Command has apprehended three foreign nationals suspected of engaging in SIM box fraud activities at the Sakumono Ramsar Site in Accra. The suspects, identified as Timileyin Fakunle, 30; Begun Adedeji, 31; and Olamide Roheemot, 28, were arrested in separate apartments. Items retrieved during the arrest were sophisticated electronic devices, SIM boxes, and assorted SIM cards believed to have been utilised in the alleged fraudulent activities. They also revealed that the alleged leader of the group, identified as Tomy, a Chinese national who remotely controls the SIM boxes, remains at large. The Accra Regional Police Command has advised the public against renting or subletting premises to unknown individuals without conducting thorough background checks.

Politics of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: metrotvonline.comThe Member of Parliament (MP) for Akim Swedru, Kennedy Osei Nyarko, has called for unity and strategic collaboration among the two aspirants contesting to lead the New Patriotic Party (NPP). In a Facebook post, Nyarko emphasised that, despite the competition, all the aspirants are valuable assets to the party. While acknowledging that every aspirant brings unique qualities to the table, Nyarko reminded party members that the NPP’s success is bigger than any individual or personal rivalry. “All the five (5) aspirants contesting to lead the party are all precious assets for the New Patriotic Party, irrespective of the shortcomings of some of them,” he wrote. He urged the aspirants to exercise caution with their public statements during the period leading up to and following the elections.

The woman narrated that she later met a man who expressed genuine interest in her and promised to marry her. However, during the period leading up to the wedding, she began experiencing strange and disturbing dreams which she did not fully understand at the time. “I started having unusual dreams while we were preparing for the wedding, but I didn’t know what they meant,” she said. She explained that on the wedding day, while she was at a hotel preparing for the ceremony she received an urgent call from her fiancé’s family. AMOne year on: Watch what some Ghanaians are saying about ORALMeanwhile, watch as Ghanaians respond to Ofori-Atta's detention

Business News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Bank of Ghana has launched the National Virtual Asset Literacy Initiative (NaVALI) as part of efforts to strengthen regulation and public understanding of virtual assets in the country. Speaking at the event, the Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, said NaVALI forms part of Ghana’s deliberate and forward-looking approach to virtual asset regulation, following the recent passage of the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act. He stressed the need for strong collaboration among all stakeholders across the virtual asset ecosystem. The entire ecosystem must be adequately prepared through a sound understanding of virtual asset activities, their implications, and associated risks,” he stated. BoG clears six firms for Virtual Asset SandboxHe further noted that the ecosystem must be adequately prepared through a sound understanding of virtual asset activities, their implications, and associated risks.

Entertainment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian actress and entrepreneur Salma Mumin has expressed frustration over how some social media users have repeatedly criticised her body after she allegedly underwent a body enhancement procedure. In a post shared on Instagram and sighted by GhanaWeb on January 23, 2026, Salma Mumin urged individuals who habitually attack her on social media to refrain from doing so. She explained that such comments are harmful and can negatively affect an individual’s mental, emotional, and psychological well-being. Words have the power to affect a person mentally, emotionally, and psychologically in ways many people underestimate,” she said. Salma Mumin close to tears over 'slay queen' tag affecting her life, businessThe actress further noted that having a body enhancement was a personal choice, making the harsh comments about her character on social media completely unwarranted.

General News of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has revealed the historical background behind the name of the renowned Asante warrior and chief, Amaniampong. The woman consulted the River Oda, conceived, and successfully gave birth. Reflecting on the breakthrough, she reportedly said, “Asuo Oda amma me ampon,” meaning “River Oda kept me from miscarriage.” This expression eventually evolved into the name Amaniampong. Amaniampong was a prominent chief commander who lived during the reign of Opemsuo Osei Tutu I, the founder of the Asante Kingdom. Otumfuo noted that during the war, Nana Opemsuo Osei Tutu I and Boahen Anantuo both died.

Entertainment of Saturday, 24 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian artistes, including Amewuga, Sister Debbie, Gasmilla and Pure Akan, have released a new collaborative album titled Second Chance on Kantamanto, aimed at reframing the market as a hub of creativity, labour and repair-led livelihoods, rather than a symbol of waste. The album presents distinct sounds and perspectives that explore themes of reflection, resistance, joy and possibility. The organisation noted that the project was designed not to focus solely on loss, but to foreground continuity, skill and the need for systems that properly value repair, reuse and the people behind these practices. The foundation said the album was developed as a cultural intervention rooted in the realities of secondhand markets, upcycling economies and the communities that sustain them. AMOne year on: Watch what some Ghanaians are saying about ORALMeanwhile, watch as Ghanaians respond to Ofori-Atta's detention

Entertainment of Friday, 23 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPopular entertainment commentator MC Portfolio has called on fans and industry stakeholders to moderate their emotions in the unfolding dispute between Ghanaian rapper Kwesi Arthur and his former label, Ground Up Chale. However, in remarks shared on social media, MC Portfolio noted that fans tend to vilify investors and executives without considering the contractual and legal frameworks that govern the creative sector. “The way we are quick to demonize investors without listening to their side of the story in this industry is very unfortunate! “Who doesn’t love Kwesi Arthur? The slander on investors must stop, let’s plead with GLEN than drag him!

This time, the controversy revolves around an earlier statement made by Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu during the burial of the late Highlife legend. One may recall that during Daddy Lumba’s funeral ceremony, Abusuapanyin Kofi Owusu, in an interview on UTV, explained why the mortal remains of the singer were not shown to the public. He claimed that the “Theresa” hitmaker had stated in his will that his mortal remains should not be exposed to the public. Daddy Lumba's Funeral: Abusuapanin justifies GH¢30,000 withdrawal from bank accountHe further added that Daddy Lumba’s children, lawyers, and spouses could attest to his claim. According to him, covering late Daddy Lumba's face and mortal remains were the dying wishes of the late singer, hence urging Ghanaians to get their facts straight.

Crime & Punishment of Friday, 23 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Central East Regional Police Command has arrested 35-year-old Mujaheed Suraj in connection with a shooting incident that injured two people during the 2024 general elections. "At the scene, police found the two injured victims soaked in blood as well as the damaged Pick-up Truck. The police noted that Suraj was arrested through further intelligence-led interventions. Police officers reject $20,000 'cocaine' bribe from alleged Nigerian drug dealer"Suspect Mujaheed Suraj who went into hiding since the incident was arrested at Kasoa Zongo. Read the full statement below:JKB/AMMeanwhile, watch as family of taxi driver murdered at Tetegu recounts incident

The Manchester City manager was full of admiration when assessing Mikel Arteta’s side, pointing to their consistency in the Premier League and their flawless run in Europe as proof of their current status. They are the best team in the world. Winning in the Premier League, Champions League, FA Cup and Carabao Cup,” Guardiola said at his press conference. But the City boss backed his "extraordinary" group of players to respond as they remain in contention for silverware in four competitions. “I have an extraordinary team, an extraordinary group of players.

General News of Friday, 23 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comVice President Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang has stressed that digitalisation is no longer a luxury for Ghana but a necessity for national development. Speaking during an engagement with the Ministry of Communication, Digital Technology and Innovation, and its agencies, she said digital tools are key to improving public services, cutting waste and making government work more transparent. It is critical to Ghana’s national development, as it improves efficiency, reduces waste and makes government more transparent," she said. The vice president reminded public officers that national development is a shared responsibility and urged them to work with a strong sense of duty, as their actions impact both present and future generations. 6 takeaways from Vice President Jane Naana's meeting with sports minister Kofi AdamsIn his remarks, Samuel Nartey George said the ministry has been restructured to focus more on digital technology and innovation.

General News of Friday, 23 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Ghana has responded to allegations of human rights abuses by its government against its citizens during recent mass protests across the country. Reacting to an editorial published on GhanaWeb on January 19, 2026, titled “How Many More: Iranians in Ghana protest human rights abuses,” the embassy refuted claims that the Iranian government was responsible for the violence that erupted during the protests, which were alleged to have resulted in thousands of deaths. According to the embassy, the protests initially stemmed from the worsening economic situation in Iran, which it attributed to sanctions imposed by the United States. It said the demonstrations were peaceful at the onset and only turned violent due to the infiltration of terrorist elements and foreign interference. The embassy further stated that terrorist elements attacked civilians and security agencies, leading to the deaths and destruction recorded during the unrest.