Entertainment of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSocial media personality, Christford Affadu Danful, known as Ekow Black, has been granted bail in the sum of GH¢30,000 with two sureties. He appeared before the Adabraka District Court on January 21, 2026, in connection with alleged domestic abuse and related offences. The case stems from an incident captured in a viral video in which Ekow was allegedly seen assaulting a woman. Ekow Black was arrested on January 15, 2026, following an intelligence-led operation by the Inspector-General of Police’s Special Cyber Vetting Team. Police said initial findings point to a tense relationship between the suspect and the woman in the video, with repeated disputes.

Sports News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Terenga Lions of Senegal have received the biggest prize money in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Senegal, who were crowned champions of the Africa Cup of Nations for the second time in history after a chaotic grand finale in Rabat walked away with the prize money of $10 million. The Terenga Lions won their second AFCON trophy after beating host nation Morocco 1-0 in the final on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at the Stade Prince Moulay Abdallah in Rabat. Host nation Morocco went home with the silver medal and a prize money of $4 million. Meanwhile, the Senegalese players and head coach Pape Thiaw have been formally given state honors as they were elevated to the rank of Commander within the National Order of the Lion following their victory at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

General News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comOne of the major promises of President John Dramani Mahama in the run-up to the 2024 general election was to scrap the retirement benefits of Article 71 officeholders. "The payment of ex-gratia to members of the executive under Article 71 will be scrapped. Article 71 (2) states that Parliament should determine the remuneration of the President and the executive arm of government. The CRC report only recommended that an independent commission be established to determine the salaries and allowances of Article 71 office holders, without making any impact on the president’s promise to scrap ex-gratia. Maybe the proposed amendment of Article 71 (1) and Article 71 (2) ties into the “necessary constitutional steps” for the abolishment of ex-gratia promised by the president.

Health News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPrestea Government Hospital mortuary has suffered yet another setback after thieves vandalised the facility, stealing electrical cables and copper components, according to citnewsroom.com report. Dr Otoo Acheampong, the hospital’s caretaker, described the incident as part of a recurring pattern of theft at the facility. Michael Koomson, a hospital technician who responded to the incident, said he received a distress call around 1 a.m. reporting a power outage at the mortuary. “When I arrived, the main hospital had power, but the mortuary building was completely dark,” he explained. Upon inspection at daybreak, Koomson traced the fault to vandalised cables hidden in a nearby bush.

General News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has commented on the issues surrounding the extradition process of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, and his current detention by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He emphasised that all public officers appointed under Ghana’s laws must be prepared to account for their actions. Commenting on Ofori-Atta’s current legal situation in the United States, the MP said the matter is now in the hands of US authorities. Patrick Boamah’s comments follow the appearance by Ken Ofori-Atta before a US court over his immigration issues. What really happened in Ofori-Atta's US court case - Immigration lawyer explainsThe case has since been adjourned to April 27, 2026.

Sports News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA member of the Christian Democratic Union in the Bundestag, Jurgen Hardt, has claimed that Germany is considering boycotting the 2026 FIFA World Cup. United States President Donald Trump threatened to steadily increase tariffs on European countries opposing his move to acquire Greenland, escalating a dispute over the semi-autonomous Danish territory he has long coveted. US Embassy congratulates Black Stars on 2026 World Cup qualificationAs part of measures to counter the tariffs, Jurgen Hardt claimed that withdrawing the national team from the World Cup in the US is being considered by the Germans. According to Hardt, the World Cup is very dear to Trump, and a boycott could influence efforts to curb the president’s ambitions. Reports suggest that other European heavyweights in football could join the conversation if alternative measures to counter the tariffs fail to yield positive results ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Speaking on GhanaWeb’s X Space on January 16, 2026, DJ Mensah disclosed that he also received numerous such prophecies. He emphasised that Ghanaians do not need pastors to predict calamities, stating that effective security measures should instead be put in place at events. But sometimes we don’t need pastors to tell us anything. DJ Mensah also expressed concern about how event organisers often ignore basic security precautions during concerts. Meanwhile, GhanaWeb’s X Space airs every Friday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM and is hosted by Joseph Henry Mensah and Isaac Dadzie.

Sports News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Confederation of African Football (CAF) has adopted an annual Africa Nations League tournament, set to begin in 2029. The competition is similar to the UEFA Nations League in Europe, where teams from the continent compete among themselves for a trophy during international breaks. Since the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has been shifted from a two-year cycle to a four-year cycle, the Africa Nations League is designed to keep national teams active during breaks when there are no qualifiers or major international tournaments. Mané, Gueye, Mendy: Meet the masterminds behind Senegal’s AFCON successThis article highlights the format of the inaugural tournament and how it will be organized, as explained by CAF:Structure: Participating nations will be divided into four geographical zones: North Africa, East Africa, West Africa, and Central & Southern Africa. Outcome: The final phase will determine the first-ever champion of the Africa Nations League, offering continental bragging rights and a new pathway for assessing national team progress outside major tournaments.

Entertainment of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFollowing letters of administration filed by Akosua Serwaa, one of the surviving wives of Ghana’s Highlife icon Daddy Lumba, at the Kumasi High Court, new details have emerged. After pictures of the letters of administration surfaced online, some netizens accused Akosua Serwaa of forging her daughters’ names and credentials in the court document without her knowledge. Akosua Serwaa files letters of administration over Lumba's estate; Odo Broni's team 'fights' backIn a recent development, the children of the late singer, in a joint statement issued on January 20, 2026, have debunked the narrative circulating on social media. In the statement, they emphasised that the allegations claiming their mother included Charlyn Fosu’s name in the letters of administration without her knowledge are false. The children also addressed allegations implying that businessman Kenpong has ulterior motives regarding Akosua Serwaa.

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General News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Director of Field Operations for the United Party, Hopeson Adorye, has argued that any serious effort to curb corruption in Ghana must first begin with the prosecution of former Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta. “He [Ken Ofori-Atta] is not the only person. He stressed that Ofori-Atta’s position as finance minister placed him at the centre of all major economic decisions, making his accountability critical. No, he's part of it but the focus now is Ken Ofori-Atta,” he said. Why Ken Ofori-Atta will remain in ICE detention until February 19The picket, organised by Arise Ghana, drew dozens of people to the premises of the US Embassy, where they pressed authorities to facilitate the return of Ofori-Atta to Ghana.

Business News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana’s Producer Price Inflation (PPI) increased marginally from 1.3% in November 2025 to 1.9% in December 2025, representing a 0.6 percentage point rise. Producer inflation in the sector rose from 2.3% in November 2025 to 3.3% in December 2025, marking a 1 percentage point increase. Producer Price Inflation drops sharply from 18.5% in April to 10.25% in MayThe Manufacturing sector, which accounts for 35% of the PPI basket, recorded a decline from 0.5% in November 2025 to 0.1% in December 2025, shedding 0.4 percentage points. Meanwhile, the Transport and Storage subsector continued to post negative inflation, improving slightly from -10.2% in November 2025 to -3.7% in December 2025. The GSS urged businesses to improve cost efficiency and productivity to sustain operations amid mixed sectoral price pressures.

Business News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMinister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, took her turn in the Government Accountability Series, offering Ghanaians a clear and comprehensive update on the ministry’s work over the past year. In her presentation, she shared the progress made in driving industrial growth, supporting local businesses, boosting exports, and creating a more welcoming environment for entrepreneurs and investors. The session also highlighted her outfit's successes and also acknowledged the challenges faced during the year. The minister explained the steps taken to address these hurdles and outlined the strategic priorities that will guide the ministry’s agenda moving forward. This engagement formed part of government’s broader commitment to transparency, keeping citizens informed about the performance of ministries, departments, and agencies, while giving the public the chance to measure progress against promises made.

General News of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minister for Trade, Agribusiness, and Industry, Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, is taking her turn on the Government Accountability Series, a platform aimed at promoting transparency, citizen engagement, and public sector responsiveness. Taking place at the Jubilee House on January 21, 2026, the sector minister is outlining her vision for transforming Ghana’s trade and agribusiness sectors, stressing the need for value addition, industrial growth, and policies that empower local entrepreneurs. The Government Accountability Series is designed to give citizens direct insight into the work of public officials, promote informed dialogue, and ensure that leaders remain accountable for their mandates. Watch the stream below:

Entertainment of Wednesday, 21 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe friendship and bond between late Gospel singers Maame Tiwaa and Yaw Sarpong led many to believe they were in a romantic relationship. However, former manager of Yaw Sarpong, Nana Poku Ashis, has dismissed claims that the two were ever romantically involved. When we talk about someone who understands another person well, then it’s “Maame Tiwaa, because she understood Yaw Sarpong really well. Inside the life and legacy of late Ghanaian gospel music icon Yaw SarpongAccording to Ashis, they never dated nor got married. His passing comes barely a month after the death of Maame Tiwaa, a key member of the Asomafo group.