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Business News of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has confirmed a 10% increase in monthly pension payments, effective January 2026. According to a statement released on January 9, 2026, the adjustment, approved alongside the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA), introduces a weighted structure aimed at providing greater support to retirees with lower benefits. 'I will raise our economy to a level that no succeeding government can reverse' – MahamaTheir payment will jump from GH¢300 to GH¢409.56 in 2026, marking a 36.52% increase. Separately, SSNIT has raised the minimum monthly pension for new retirees from GH¢300 to GH¢400, establishing a higher baseline for future pensioners. “SSNIT has also increased the minimum monthly pension for new pensioners from GH¢300.00 to GH¢400.00, strengthening the pension floor across the scheme,” Adjei stated.

Entertainment of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comRenowned Ghanaian Highlife musician, Kaakyire Kwame Appiah, has appealed to the general public to forgive rapper King Paluta following the recent controversy surrounding his stage performance. Speaking in an interview on Joy Prime on January 8, 2026, Kwame Appiah expressed deep sadness over the incident and urged Ghanaians to show compassion, especially since the artiste has publicly apologised. According to the veteran musician, he sought clarification on the matter after seeing King Paluta’s apology, and some of his children explained what transpired during the musician’s performance. Kaakyire Kwame Appiah stressed that mistakes are part of human nature and should not define an individual permanently. Kaakyire Kwame Appiah appealed to the public to accept King Paluta’s apology and move on, emphasising the importance of forgiveness.

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Entertainment of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA video circulating on social media shows a heated altercation that happened between Ghanaian musician Amerado and some members of the popular music group, Asakaa Boys. The footage, sighted by GhanaWeb on January 9, 2026, showed Amerado exchanging words with an individual said to be a DJ for the music group. Amerado responds to critics over Delay postPer the reports, the DJ allegedly stated that Amerado is not from Oseikrom or Kumasi and that the Asakaa Boys should be allowed to perform instead of him. The DJ, who is believed to be a team member of the Asakaa Boys, allegedly went further to remove cables from Amerado’s DJ's set, following his utterance. Psalm 23 is one of my favourite songs from Stonebwoy – AmeradoIn a separate video, Amerado was later seen being calmed down by Oseikrom Sikanii as the feud continued.

Sports News of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comManchester City have completed the signing of Antoine Semenyo from Bournemouth in a deal worth £64 million. Semenyo will wear the number 42 shirt at the Etihad and was full of optimism during the contract signing. City fended off interest from Manchester United, Liverpool, Chelsea and Tottenham to secure the 26-year-old’s signature. Although Semenyo had a £65m release clause, City struck an agreement with Bournemouth worth £62.5m, with a further £1.5m in performance-related bonuses and a 10 per cent sell-on clause included. While the guaranteed part of the release clause was £60m, Bournemouth will actually receive slightly more, with the £62.5m paid in 24-month instalments.

General News of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: reuters.comPresident Donald Trump said there could be more strikes by the U.S. in Nigeria if Christians are killed in the African nation, even as Nigeria has previously denied that Christians there are subjected to systematic persecution. Trump made the remarks when asked about Washington's Christmas Day military strike in Nigeria. Nigeria said then that the strike was a "joint operation" targeting "terrorists," and had "nothing to do with a particular religion." But if they continue to kill Christians, it will be a many-time strike," Trump was quoted as saying. When asked about his own Africa adviser having said that Islamic State and Boko Haram militants were killing more Muslims than Christians, Trump responded: "I think that Muslims are being killed also in Nigeria.

Dr Zaato recalled how Ken Ofori-Atta received widespread admiration after his first budget presentation, with some commentators describing it as impressive and intellectually sound. Dr Zaato stressed that economic gains in the first and second years are often not new or extraordinary, as similar trends have occurred under previous administrations. He added that sustaining economic gains over time is the real challenge, not achieving short-term improvements. He noted that even the President has recently acknowledged the need to protect early gains and avoid economic decline in later years. Dr Zaato concluded that while the current economic performance deserves recognition, it should be assessed with patience and caution, as history has shown that long-term results matter more than early success.

A key focus of the discussions was financing Ghana’s green transition. The minister also described Issifu’s appointment to the Climate Vulnerable Forum (CVF) as a milestone that enhances Ghana’s credibility in global climate diplomacy. Both ministers agreed on a structured roadmap to use Ghana’s embassies and diplomatic missions to amplify climate advocacy, financing, and partnerships. The strengthened partnership is expected to boost climate finance inflows, improve Ghana’s preparedness for major global climate engagements, and enhance the country’s visibility in international climate governance. The working visit marks a significant step in aligning Ghana’s foreign policy with climate resilience and sustainability, firmly embedding environmental priorities into the nation’s diplomatic agenda.

General News of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGeorge Ennin, a 53-year-old US-based Ghanaian security guard, was stabbed to death in the Bronx, a county in New York State. The report indicated that police officers, after responding to a distress call, found the Ghanaian man unconscious and unresponsive at the location. A subsequent report by the media house indicated that a 38-year-old man accused of stabbing the security guard was arrested on Tuesday, January 7, 2026. The victim tried to get away but stumbled and fell, unable to escape the suspect's repeated strikes with a knife. Neighbours, who described the victim as a good man, according to the report, said they have been left heartbroken.

Business News of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: classfmonline.comPresident John Dramani Mahama has praised the remarkable turnaround of the Ghana Publishing Company Limited (GPCL), following strategic reforms that have significantly improved the company’s productivity and financial standing. Speaking during a working visit to the company, management recounted the difficult state of GPCL when the current leadership took office on 16 February. To address the situation, management said it adopted principles inspired by the 24-hour economy, introducing a night shift system that created a two-shift operational model. The company has also introduced a 24-hour gazette turnaround, allowing clients to receive services within a day. Within ten months, the company has paid staff a 13th-month salary without borrowing, committed to a 40 per cent salary increase, and placed GH¢15 million in fixed deposits.

Politics of Friday, 9 January 2026Source: gbcghanaonline.comOne hundred and eighteen out of the 276 parliamentary candidates who contested on the ticket of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 elections have publicly thrown their support behind Dr Mahamudu Bawumia’s bid to contest the party’s 2028 presidential primaries. Mr Egyapa Mercer described Dr Bawumia as “the most prepared, formidable and winnable candidate” to lead the NPP into the 2028 general election. “Whether we have sought our constituencies’ opinion in the yet-to-be-organised parliamentary primaries or not is immaterial. Our personal ambitions have no bearing whatsoever on our collective resolve to support Dr Bawumia,” he said. Mr Egyapa Mercer added that none of the candidates had been induced, compelled or coerced into supporting the former Vice President, urging the public to disregard any claims to the contrary.

Regional News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: classfmonline.comPolice officers at the Kantanso–Asankare barrier in the Juaso District have intercepted a passenger bus conveying a large quantity of ammunition without lawful authority. During the inspection, police officers became suspicious that the vehicle might be transporting prohibited items and immediately alerted their superiors. The Divisional Commander, accompanied by the Juaso District Commander and the District Crime Officer, arrived at the scene to supervise a thorough search of the bus. The search led to the discovery of a fertiliser sack containing 1,050 rounds of AAA and BB cartridge ammunition. Following the discovery, the bus was impounded, and the ammunition seized as exhibits.

General News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Tertiary Education Commission has restored the recognition of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG). The commission withdrew the recognition of the institute after it (ICAG) published what it (GTEC) described as misleading information. In a letter addressed to the Chief Executive Officer of the ICAG, Eric Oduro Osae, which was titled “Use of Unearned Doctorate,” GTEC pointed out that the restoration of the recognition was after the issue it raised was resolved. “The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) acknowledges the corrective measures taken by yourself and/or the Institute, as communicated in your letter dated 8 January 2026, to address the issues raised, including the rectification of misleading information previously published. Accordingly, with immediate effect, the recognition of the Institute of Chartered Accountants, Ghana (ICAG) by the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) is hereby restored,” part of the statement read.

Regional News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCorrespondence from Northern RegionThe World Food Programme (WFP) has delivered rice fortification equipment to rice millers in four regions of the country as part of an initiative to address micronutrient deficiencies among Ghanaian School Children. The WFP says in collaboration with the Ghana School Feed Programme, it is targeting 157,510 students in public schools, with 365 basic schools and 35 senior high schools selected for the pilot phase. "Large scale rice fortification in most countries has proven to be an effective intervention to address micronutrient deficiencies in populations dependent on rice as a staple food. The WFP has supplied 123 metric tons of fortified rice to 208 private schools, reaching nearly 59,000 pupils and increasing enrolment in participating private schools by 7.9%. Previously, we used to prepare rice in the school, but since introducing fortified rice, we've seen a significant improvement in the students' overall health and performance."