All of the following have been nominated under the Real Estate category. With a professional network of over 500 connections, Robert remains committed todelivering modern real estate solutions while nurturing lasting relationships with clients and communities. His dedication to excellence has earned him a nomination for the Ghana Web Excellence Awards 2025 in the Real Estate Development category. Since joining Lakeside Estate in 2001, Dr Ayiku has strengthened stakeholderrelationships, enhanced brand credibility, and positioned the company as adistinguished force in Ghana’s real estate industry. He has been nominated for the Ghana Web Excellence Awards 2025 in the Real Estate Development category.

In an interview on Joy FM, shared on social media on February 21, 2026, Otuteye spoke about the emotional distress the cyberbullying had caused her. Explaining what triggered her decision, she revealed that shortly after the online trolling began, the organisers called her and asked her to return her sash and crown. “Apparently, the international organisation said they had received emails from some concerned individuals who claimed that I did not meet their standards for the international pageant. Following these events, Otuteye has sued the event organisers and is scheduled to appear before the court on Tuesday, February 24, 2026. Meanwhile, the organisers of Miss Intercontinental Ghana are yet to respond directly to the allegations.

Business News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Food and Beverage Association of Ghana (FABAG) has urged the government to extend the ban on selected transit goods to all land borders. In a statement copied to GhanaWeb Business, FABAG said the influx of transit goods through land borders has, over the years, posed serious challenges to legitimate businesses. Extend ban on selected transit goods to all land borders – FABAG. The Association warned that restricting enforcement to a single border risks diversion of transit goods to other entry points, thereby calling for an extended ban on selected transit goods across all land borders. Below is the list of products not to be admitted under the transit regime:RiceSugarCooking OilSpaghettiTin TomatoesSAAuto dealers respond to 15% price cut announcement

General News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso East, Baba Ali Yussif, says his deep-rooted ties within the constituency position him strongly to win the seat in the 2026 by-elections. According to him, his upbringing and active involvement in community activities have created bonds across Ayawaso East that transcend partisan lines. Almost every corner in this constituency, you will find one or two people who have had an encounter with me. 'I can win Ayawaso East' - Baba Ali Yussif ahead of by-election“On paper, you may not believe it can happen, but every election has its own dynamics. Yussif expressed confidence that his grassroots appeal and cross-party connections would prove decisive in Ayawaso East, insisting that the constituency’s electoral history demonstrates that no seat is beyond reach.

General News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDr Matilda Amissah, sister of the late Charles Amissah, has described the interdiction of four persons by Korle Bu Teaching Hospital as a step forward but says it does not ease the pain of losing her brother. Charles Amissah, a 29-year-old engineer with Promasidor Ghana, reportedly died after he was denied medical attention following a hit-and-run accident. Korle Bu interdicts two doctors, two nursesReacting to the development on JoyNews on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Dr Matilda Amissah said the family remains devastated despite the disciplinary action. We went to the Korle Bu mortuary, and there he was. The interdiction by Korle Bu forms part of ongoing administrative processes following public outrage over the circumstances surrounding his death.

General News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Vice-Chancellor of the University of Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), John Kwaku Mensah Mawutor, has announced a dress code policy for students, declaring that compliance will be mandatory. As for Monday, the gentlemen, you have no option than to be in your professional wear,” he said. You are signed for it.”He further clarified that while Monday through Thursday will require formal dressing, students may dress more casually on Fridays. According to him, students may wear faculty-branded apparel or “something simple” on Fridays. However, do not expose your vital, you know, body part, especially the women.”📍📍JUST IN📍📍From Monday to Thursday, formal attire is required.

General News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Criminal Court 1 of the Accra High Court has sentenced Richard Appiah, a former footballer accused of gruesomely killing two teenagers at Abesim to life imprisonment. The case stems from the killing of 12-year-old Louis Agyemang Jnr and 15-year-old Stephen Sarpong in August 2021 at Abesim near Sunyani. Prosecution evidence indicated that the victims’ bodies were discovered in a locked room in the accused’s residence. A pathologist informed the court that one of the victims died from strangulation, while the other died from severe blood loss. During the trial, the accused admitted causing the deaths but raised a defence of insanity.

General News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has charged Christians in public service not to compromise the truth under any circumstances. He was speaking at a thanksgiving service in honour of the Clerk of Parliament, Ebenezer Dzirtror, at Jehovah Shammah Assembly of God in Accra. Rev Wengam asked Dzietror to serve with absolute diligence, dedication and commitment to his mission as Clerk of Parliament, adding that he should serve in humility, fear of God and holiness. “So you must uphold the virtues of integrity, honesty and Christlikeness, “ Rev Wengam added. For his part, Dzietror pledged to uphold his Christian beliefs, values and principles as Clerk of Parliament.

Sports News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Ghanaian footballer, Richard Appiah has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of two children in Abesim in the Bono Region. Abesim Murder Case: Prosecution to call first witness June 3Appiah, who was 28 at the time of the crime, had been standing trial since 2022 before the court presided over by Justice Ruby Aryeetey. The case stems from the killing of 12-year-old Louis Agyemang Jnr and 15-year-old Stephen Sarpong in August 2021 at Abesim near Sunyani. Prosecution evidence indicated that the victims’ bodies were discovered in a locked room in the accused’s residence. Abesim Murder: Footballer to stand trial at High CourtFive witnesses were called by the prosecution, while the accused testified in his own defence and presented one additional witness; his father.

Business News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ministry of Energy and Green Transition has announced that power supply has been largely restored across several affected communities following the resolution of a technical fault that triggered outages in parts of Ghana’s power distribution network. In a statement issued on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, the Ministry said its technical team successfully resolved the fault at approximately 1:00 a.m. The Ministry added that nearly all causes of the recent outages in Kumasi and parts of Accra have now been rectified. Energy Ministry reaffirms commitment to rural electrification and grid stabilityThe Ministry noted that engineers are continuing work to address remaining technical challenges affecting parts of Tema and Adenta. The Ministry assured consumers of its continued commitment to ensuring a reliable and consistent power supply nationwide, emphasising ongoing monitoring and technical interventions to prevent further disruptions.

Victim of Agona Swedru SHS assault speaks“Within 24 hours of my directive to school authorities to produce the students involved in the assault, action was taken. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the assault on a student of Obrachire Senior High Technical School, an incident captured in a viral video that generated widespread public concern,” she said. The suspects, identified as Benedict Appiah, 18, and Bilal Mamud, 18, were apprehended and handed over to the Agona Swedru Divisional CID to assist with investigations. Donkor noted that the arrest was facilitated by authorities of Swedru School of Business, led by the Assistant Headmaster in charge of Domestic Affairs, Michael Nii Kwaku Buxton. Watch as CID boss issues 24-hour deadline to SWEBUS head to produce suspectsThe incident, which occurred on February 19, 2026, involved students from Swedru School of Business (SWESBUS) and Obrachire Senior High Technical School.

Business News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGold has surpassed the US dollar to become the world’s largest global reserve asset. Gold breaks $5,300 mark for the first timeThe change in reserve asset rankings reflects broader trends in global finance, where traditional currencies face increasing competition from alternative assets. Global central bank gold reserves rose by roughly 15 percent compared to 2024, with major buyers including China, India, Turkey, and several Middle Eastern countries. For the first time since 1996, foreign central banks now hold more gold than US Treasuries in their reserves, marking a turning point in global reserve management. The largest producers of gold are China, Australia, the United States, South Africa, Peru, Russia, and Indonesia, while the biggest consumers of gold jewelry are India, China, Turkey, the United States, Saudi Arabia, Russia, and the UAE.

General News of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ashanti Regional Police Commander, DCOP Arthur Osei Akoto, has revealed how a suspected carjacking syndicate conducted surveillance on and fatally shot Andrews Amankwa before stealing his vehicle at Ohwim Amanfrom in Kumasi. Andrews Amankwa, the deceased, is the father-in-law of Ghana Gold Board CEO Sammy Gyamfi. “Preliminary findings link the core suspects to the Ohwim Amanfrom robbery on 10th February 2026, during which Andrews Amankwa was shot and killed and his Toyota Hilux, registration GN647-25, stolen,” the commander said. The operation involved the Regional Police Intelligence Directorate, the Cyber-Vetting and Enforcement Team, and the CID Anti-Armed Robbery Unit. Police said investigations indicate the syndicate specialised in vehicle snatching after conducting prior surveillance on their targets.

The meeting focused on operational challenges that have delayed the discharge of clinker, a key raw material in cement production, for up to two or three weeks. Ghana Standards Authority dismisses reports of GH¢6 cement price hike“The cement industry is leaking financially due to mounting demurrage costs,” he said. Responding to the concerns, the Minister for Transport, Joseph Bukari Nikpe, assured stakeholders that the government is fast-tracking dredging works to expand berth capacity and accommodate larger vessels. He also indicated that portions of the dredging works, particularly around Berth 14, are expected to be completed within the next one to two weeks, providing partial relief before the full completion deadline in June 2026. She stressed that inefficiencies at the port directly increase production costs, which ultimately affect cement prices on the market.

Politics of Tuesday, 24 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian media personality Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah has declared his intention to contest the Afigya Sekyere East Constituency parliamentary seat in the Ashanti Region. “The General Secretary has brought the election timetable for the party’s internal elections, and I have an interest in contesting the Afigya Sekyere East Constituency parliamentary seat. According to the document, internal elections will first be conducted at the polling station level. After completing the polling station phase, the party will move to elect electoral area executives. The process will conclude with data entry of the constituency album from July 13 to July 26, 2026.