Motsepe, however, was quick to shut down those claims when confronted by a journalist, making it clear that CAF’s leadership answers only to Africa. He stressed that CAF’s mandate is firmly rooted in the interests of the continent, insisting that African football administrators remain accountable to Africans alone. “We run Africa for Africa and our job is to listen to people like yourself,” he added. "Where you are also speaking absolute nonsense, is to say to me that we will run Africa for Europe, the CAF President said, "Absolute rubbish, it is nonsense. We run Africa for Africans #nigeriatiktok #ghanatiktok🇬🇭FKA/JE

According to Nana Osei Bamfo, the assertion is misleading and does not reflect the realities of operations at Metro Mass Transit. “Metro Mass does not sell buses; we sell scrubs,” he stated, explaining that the buses disposed of were old, broken-down vehicles that could no longer be used on the road. Nana Osei Bamfo outlined a rigorous process involved in scrapping buses at Metro Mass Transit. Addressing concerns about mismanagement, Nana Osei Bamfo revealed that Metro Mass Transit recorded losses for 12 consecutive years, with accumulated losses estimated at GH¢4 million. “The only time Metro Mass recorded profit was after these reforms.

Sports News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFootball pundit Richard Keys has suggested that Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola could resign from the club if performances do not improve. Manchester City lost 2–0 to Manchester United in the derby, which marked the first game of interim coach Michael Carrick, much to the dismay of the champions. Mané, Gueye, Mendy: Meet the masterminds behind Senegal’s AFCON successSpeaking on beIN Sports, the analyst noted that former Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca would replace Guardiola if he steps down from the role. But do not rule out, remember where you heard this first, do not rule out him leaving this week. And if he goes this week, Maresca will be in charge for the match against Wolves next week.

General News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe United States Embassy in Ghana has announced that it has opened thousands of additional visa appointment slots. In a post shared on its Facebook handle, the embassy indicated that the additional visa appointment slots are for non-immigrant visas. “The U.S. Embassy in Accra has opened thousands of additional non-immigrant visa appointment slots, many available now. Embassy Accra continues to process non-immigrant visa applications,” part of the post reads. “Reminder to apply via the official U.S. visa appointment website: https://gh.usembassy.gov/visas/,” the post concludes.

General News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: rainbowradioonline.comA young man, identified as Justice Kojo Antwi, also known as Oyuokyɛ, was killed on Sunday afternoon after being run over by a tipper truck near Obaa Golden Plaza in the Birim North District. According to the victim’s father, known as Okit, the family had spent the morning together at home. Okit later arrived at the same location in search of a friend. While at the station, Kojo was approached by a peer who asked him to help retrieve a motorcycle from Abirem. Reports indicate that the crash was caused by a tipper truck driver who was allegedly speeding and entered a junction without checking for oncoming traffic.

Business News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has dismissed reports suggesting that the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) is being sold, describing them as false. GIADEC, partners seal US$60 million deal to develop Nyinahin Bauxite ProjectGIADEC described the partnership as a key pillar of its integrated national strategy to develop a fully integrated aluminium industry value chain, spanning bauxite mining, alumina refining, aluminium smelting, and downstream manufacturing. The committee has since submitted its recommendations to the GIADEC Board and the sector minister. Chief Executive Officer of GIADEC, Reindorf Twumasi Ankrah, reiterated that the government has no intention to sell VALCO. “The modernisation of VALCO is a pivotal component of GIADEC’s plan to build a fully integrated aluminium industry in Ghana,” he said.

General News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSome party stakeholders are pushing for the widow of the late MP, Hajia Amina Adam, to be considered as the party’s candidate for the contest. With about six weeks to the March 3, 2026, by-election in the Ayawaso East constituency, internal discussions within the National Democratic Congress (NDC) over a replacement for the late Member of Parliament, Naser Toure Mahama, are intensifying. EC to conduct Ayawaso East by-election on March 3 following death of MP Mahama Naser ToureAccording to them, their position is informed by her active involvement in party activities, her contributions during the 2024 general election, and her familiarity with the developmental and social issues affecting the constituency. According to them, allowing Hajia Amina Adam to serve the remainder of her late husband’s term would ensure continuity and stability in the constituency’s representation, even though she has not publicly declared her intention to contest the by-election. Meanwhile, the Electoral Commission has set March 3, 2026, for the by-election to fill the vacant Ayawaso East parliamentary seat following the death of the incumbent MP.

Business News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana is set to begin refining its own gold from February 1, 2026, following a landmark agreement between the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) and Gold Coast Refinery. At the signing ceremony on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, GoldBod’s Chief Executive Officer, Sammy Gyamfi, announced that Gold Coast Refinery will refine one metric tonne of gold every week under the new partnership. Under the agreement, gold sourced from both artisanal and large-scale mining operations will be refined locally before being traded and exported. "The establishment of the Ghana Gold Board shows Ghana advancing toward a self-reliant, strong, and confident nation. Dr Saed Deraz mentioned that Gold Coast Refinery is a modern, fully equipped facility that meets international standards and has the capacity to process up to 100 metric tonnes of gold per year.

General News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDr Gladys West, the pioneering mathematician whose work laid the foundation for modern Global Positioning System (GPS) technology, has died at the age of 95. Through exceptional academic achievement, she graduated first in her high school class and earned a scholarship to Virginia State College, now Virginia State University. Those calculations ultimately formed the backbone of GPS technology, now critical to aviation, shipping, emergency response, telecommunications, smartphones, and everyday life across the globe. Despite the global impact of her work, West remained largely unknown for many years. Announcing her death, Plitt described West as ‘petite in stature but gigantic in impact.’Beyond her scientific achievements, West was devoted to her family.

General News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comNew Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential hopeful, Kwabena Agyepong, has outlined plans to place structured urban development and rural renewal at the centre of his governance agenda if elected president. “These professionals are my colleagues, and they understand what it takes to fix the challenges we see in our cities today,” he noted, stressing that technical competence would guide policy decisions. Agyepong also underscored the need to refocus national development on rural areas, stating that sustained investment in rural infrastructure and services would help improve livelihoods and reduce excessive migration to urban centres. “My government will work with built environment professionals to turn our chaotic urban sprawl into well-planned, liveable cities, while revitalising rural communities with modern amenities to improve livelihoods,” he said. Watch the video belowKwabena Agyei Agyepong holds Policy Day EventMRA/EBHow can we honour an overthrow at the door of the Republic – Odarteifio asks

Business News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana and China have signed a US$30 million grant agreement to support the construction of a university in Damongo. The agreement was signed during a meeting between the Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, and the outgoing Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, Tong Defa. He noted that although Ambassador Tong’s tenure was brief, it coincided with the conclusion of two significant grant agreements for Ghana. The funding for a multipurpose market in Aflao and the US$30 million grant for the construction of the university in Damongo. He assured the outgoing Ambassador that these discussions would be pursued at the policy level, including engagement with the Bank of Ghana.

General News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAn early morning fire that ravaged several wooden shops and structures at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle Tip Toe Lane market has left many victims distraught and devastated. No casualties recorded during Tip Toe Lane market fire – GNFS PROA visit to the scene by GhanaWeb’s Mandy Agyemang revealed victims with despair and hopelessness in their eyes, some in tears, while others tried every possible means to salvage what remained of their burnt properties. In interviews with some of the affected victims, they lamented their losses and voiced deep concern about how they would rebuild their lives after the tragedy. One of the traders, a Nigerian woman who said she has lived in Ghana for 10 years, could barely speak through her tears. It's only this cloth that is on my body [left].” - Affected victim recounts losses in Circle Tip Toe Lane fireRead more here: https://t.co/LDFwmLiob6#ghanaweb#ghanawebtv pic.twitter.com/YpOkV8j3ib — GhanaWeb (@TheGhanaWeb) January 20, 2026MAG/MA

The explosion was caused by a truck carrying explosives to a mining site in the community. Here is how the BBC reported the Appiatse disaster:Ghana blast: Many feared dead after huge explosion near BogosoAt least 13 people have been killed in a huge explosion near a mining town in south-western Ghana, officials say. A truck carrying explosives to a gold mine crashed with a motorcycle near the town of Bogoso, according to police. "It's almost like a ghost town," Sedzi Sadzi Amedonu, a senior official from the country's disaster management agency, told the AFP news agency. The impact of the explosion has left a crater on the major highway, forcing the police to divert traffic, our reporter says.

Regional News of Tuesday, 20 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe newly installed paramount chief of Asante Mampong (Mamponghene), Daasebre Osei Bonsu III, pledged his allegiance to the king of Asanteman, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, on Monday, January 20, 2026. Before Daasebre Osei Bonsu III pledged his allegiance, the Asantehene urged him to emulate his predecessor, the late Daasebre Osei Bonsu II, who passed away in April 2025, particularly the late paramount chief’s good conduct, humility, selflessness, and service. I am aware,” the Asantehene said to the new paramount chief of Asante Mampong. After the Asantehene’s admonition, Daasebre proceeded to pledge his allegiance to the Asantehene, Asanteman, and the Golden Stool (Sikadwa Kofi). Watch as the new Mamponghene, Asanteman’s second-most powerful ruler, is sworn in/a>Watch the video below:BAI/EBOne year on: Watch what some Ghanaians are saying about ORALMeanwhile, watch as Ghanaians respond to Ofori-Atta's detention

Speaking during a heated discussion on Joy News on Saturday, January 10, 2026, Egyapa Mercer challenged critics to point to a specific law that mandates former public office holders to present themselves for questioning in the absence of any criminal charge. “Show me the law that says that when you serve in public office, when you finish, you have to account,” he said. If he's not minded to do it, go ahead with your case.”'Where is the law that says public officers must account'? The Asset Declaration lawAdditionally, Article 286 of the Constitution also mandates public office holders to declare their assets after they leave office, which is on its own a form of accountability. In conclusion, although the laws that border on this matter do not explicitly use the phrase “former public office” or “public officers who have left office”, it would be misleading to say that such persons are not required to account for things that happened under their tenure.