General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Minister of Energy and running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 general elections, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has expressed strong optimism about the year 2026, stressing that its success will depend on collective commitment, discipline, and purposeful leadership. According to him, leadership is not merely a position of authority but a duty that demands higher standards, renewed urgency, and sincere service to the Ghanaian people. He called on those entrusted with leadership roles to rise to the occasion by working with greater purpose and integrity. Touching on internal party matters, NAPO extended goodwill to the New Patriotic Party as it prepares to elect a presidential flagbearer on January 31. He described the exercise as a defining moment for the party and emphasized the need for unity and focus.

The lethal forward scored a brace, with Ademola Lookman providing an assist to boost his goal tally in the competition. However, tensions flared in the 63rd minute when Osimhen angrily confronted the Atalanta winger, throwing his hands around and appearing to warn him about something that was not made public. The Super Eagles’ pressure paid off in the 20th minute when Ademola Lookman curled home from Akor Adams’ cutback to break the deadlock. Five minutes later, Osimhen doubled the advantage, finishing after Alex Iwobi’s incisive play through midfield released Lookman, whose ball across took a deflection off Adams. Adams capped a fine individual display by firing in Nigeria’s fourth in the 75th minute after more good work from Lookman.

General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comControversial Ghanaian prophet, Jedidiah Henry Kore, popularly known as Fire Oja, has been arrested by the Ghana Police over some defamatory comments made against musician Mzbel. The complaint followed a viral social media video in which Fire Oja was heard making allegations about Mzbel’s health. In the viral video, Fire Oja claimed that Mzbel was seriously ill and had been admitted to a hospital at Kasoa. 'Your career will crash without prayer' – Prophet Fire Oja cautions King PalutaFire Oja also dared the musician to publicly deny his claims if he was telling lies. According to Mzbel via an Instagram post, Prophet Fire Oja has pleaded guilty to all charges levelled against him and has apologised to her.

Crime & Punishment of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: kasapafmonline.comA landlady in Agona Nyakrom in Ghana’s Central Region has died following an alleged assault linked to a dispute over sanitation, police say. The woman, identified as Madam Charlotte, reportedly became involved in an argument with a tenant after the tenant defecated into a polythene bag and left it in front of the landlady’s room. Residents in the area are said to rely on public toilet facilities, as there are no toilets within the houses. On his arrival, Paa Kwesi is alleged to have assaulted Madam Charlotte, reportedly using a belt. The matter has since been reported to the Agona Nyakrom Police Command, which has opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.

General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: kasapafmonline.comNyame Somafo Yaw, founder of Asomdwee Ntonton Som, claims spiritual forces are preventing the Komenda Sugar Factory from operating after over eight years of inactivity. He urged the government, chiefs, and authorities to allow his prayers for revival, positioning himself as the sole solution during the Asomdwee Ntonton Som convention, in an interview with GHOne News’ Yaw Boagyan. Established in 1964, the Komenda Sugar Factory has endured repeated shutdowns due to operational setbacks and raw material shortages. Revived briefly under past governments, it remains idle despite promises, with an Interim Management Committee assessing viability since August 2025. Nyame Somafo Yaw asserts that evil powers are blocking the factory, citing a rejected attempt to exorcise them with local chiefs, who deemed it risky.

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The court further granted a perpetual injunction restraining the defendants from repeating the defamatory statements. The case arose from an interview broadcast in April 2022 on Angel FM, during which Jonathan Pobee made allegations against Sir Sam Jonah regarding Sir Sam Jonah's tenure as Chairman of Ashanti Gold Football Club. During the programme, employees of Angel FM repeated the allegations, which were broadcast to a wide audience. GhanaWeb subsequently carried an article headlined “Sir Sam Jonah hit with match-fixing allegations,” with a link to the video on the third defendant’s YouTube channel. Sir Sam was represented in court by Pappa Kweku Ankomah and Rodney Assan.

General News of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: Ghana Police ServiceThe Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, on January 5, 2026, has promoted thirty (30) officers to their next ranks. The promotions acknowledge the officers’ professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to duty. Officers promoted in connection with the Kantanso Asankare operation include C/Inspr Tibim Acheampong Solomon, Inspr Sarfo Adu Daniel, No. 621467 G/Const Sremsei Simon, No. The IGP and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) commended the officers for their courage and alertness, noting that their actions prevented dangerous weapons from falling into criminal hands.

Crime & Punishment of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Accra Regional Police Command has arrested two women in connection with the alleged assault of a 12-year-old girl at La Roman JHS School area on Tuesday, December 30, 2025. The incident came to light when the victim's mother reported the matter to the police, stating that her daughter had been attacked by three women without provocation. According to the police, “The mother brought her daughter to the police station, where the child was found with visible marks of assault. The altercation reportedly triggered the subsequent assault by the suspects.”According to the victim’s mother, the suspects then went to the family’s home, forcibly took the girl to their residence and subjected her to physical assault. On Wednesday, December 31, 2025, following an investigation, the complainant assisted the police in arresting two of the suspects: Precious Giftan Mesopeh, 22, and Princess Giftan Mesopeh, 25.

General News of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe government has condemned the physical assault of Class Media Group journalist Samuel Addo, allegedly by personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service. “The attack on Class Media Group’s Samuel Addo by some personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service is most unacceptable, and I condemn same,” he stated. ‘Assault on journalist unpardonable’ — Nii Lante VanderpuyeThis, many believe, emphasises the government’s commitment to protecting press freedom and ensuring accountability. Reports indicate that the journalist was attacked after officials reportedly tried to prevent him from filming the scene. Read the full post below:The attack on Class Media Group's Samuel Addo by some personnel of the Ghana National Fire Service is most unacceptable and I condemn same.

Business News of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), Simon Madjie, has called on Ghanaians living abroad to channel their remittances into productive investments to support national development. He said diaspora remittances had outperformed foreign direct investment inflows and could have a stronger impact on the economy if properly directed. Speaking at a Diaspora Summit under the theme “Resetting Ghana: The Diaspora as the 17th Region,” Madjie highlighted GIPC’s diaspora investment framework, which provides institutional support, policy reforms, access to information, risk mitigation, and digital tools to simplify investment processes. He noted the Centre’s Diaspora Desk, offering tailored information and advisory services, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Desk, which supports diaspora investors with opportunities under the AfCFTA. He identified priority sectors for diaspora investment as real estate, manufacturing, the creative industry, tourism and hospitality, ICT, healthcare, green industrialisation, climate-smart agriculture, and digital transformation.

Politics of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament for Ningo-Prampram, Samuel Nartey George, has disclosed that he worked closely with the late Ayawaso East MP, Naser Toure Mahama, during his time in Parliament. He stated that he regularly conversed with the Ayawaso East Constituency MP and often sought his advise as a committee chair on certain issues. Speaking in an interview with GhanaWeb TV, Sam George said that the late MP’s death stunned him and that he wished him eternal rest. It’s not something we can run away from, but we can only give God thanks for the gift of his life and pray that Almighty Allah grants him peace.”Naser Toure Mahama was reported dead on the afternoon of Sunday, January 4, 2026. Born on March 17, 1965, in Nima, Accra, Mahama was a seasoned politician who represented the Ayawaso East Constituency in the Greater Accra Region on the ticket of the NDC.

The Pharaohs began the game with full force, attacking their opponents from all fronts in a bid to take an early lead and ease the pressure. In the 69th minute, Egypt finally found the breakthrough when Marwan Attia’s strike beat the goalkeeper to break the deadlock. The North African side continued pressing for a second goal, but their attempts were unsuccessful. The Pharaohs eventually found the breakthrough in extra time when Yasser Ibrahim netted the second to boost their qualification chances. Mohamed Salah netted the third goal late in the extra-time with his trademark strike to seal a 3-1 victory and book their ticket to the quarter-final stage of the ongoing continental tournament.

Politics of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe passing of Naser Toure Mahama, Member of Parliament for Ayawaso East, has drawn heartfelt tributes from colleagues and political leaders. Among them is Emmanuel Nii Ashie Moore, the Regional Chairman of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Greater Accra. MP for Ayawaso East Naser Toure is dead - Reports“He was quiet, humble, very intelligent, sharp, transparent, giving, and hardworking. “He was one of the best-performing Members of Parliament in my region,” Ashie Moore said, adding that Naser managed a very difficult constituency for four terms with distinction. Profile of the late Ayawaso East MP Naser Toure Mahama"You have to know that he was an experienced politician, a businessman, a philanthropist; you name it all.

Entertainment of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comVeteran Ghanaian gospel singer Esther Smith has prophesised to MC and hype man Bigg Paradise that he will become a pastor someday. You’ll become a pastor just like I prophesised to Lord Kenya,” she said. Bigg Paradise sets new standard at Kweku Smoke's Revival ConcertEsther Smith also expressed her admiration for how Paradise introduces the youth to gospel music. “You always push gospel to the youth, God bless you,” she said while speaking words of blessings on the young gentleman. Paradise in turn expressed his respect to the gospel maestro and how he (Paradise) loves her music.