Ghanaian scientist Dr Pearl Abu recognised by UNESCO
Meet Prof Priscilla Mante: The KNUST scientist featured in UNESCO Virtual Science Museum“We see children develop a lot of deficiency-related diseases, which affects how well they develop. Dr Abu also acknowledged the challenges of balancing career and family and securing funding in Africa. “A strong support system, including my husband, children, and mentors, has been crucial to my success,” she said. With this award, Dr Pearl Abu continues to inspire a new generation of African women scientists to pursue careers in science, technology, and agriculture. The UNESCO-Equatorial Guinea Fellowship for Young Women Scientists is part of a new support programme instituted to recognise outstanding female researchers across Africa.
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January 17, 2026 13:17 UTC
Prempeh College students caught in violent fistfight during school competition
General News of Saturday, 17 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA disturbing video of some Prempeh College students has surfaced on social media, showing them engaging in a heated fight with individuals believed to be members of the Cadet Corps. Video of students allegedly fortifying themselves spiritually sparks outrageAccording to reports gathered, the group from Prempeh College was seen being beaten with belts by members of the Cadet Corps, while the students also retaliated by throwing punches. Other critics have called on the government and school authorities to apprehend the identified students captured in the video. According to some commentators, such arrests would serve as a deterrent to others and help curb future acts of violence during school events. Watch the video below:Students of Prempeh College seen engaging in a fierce physical confrontation with cadet corps at the ongoing 2026 Ashanti Regional Senior High School Boys’ Soccer Festival being held at the Baba Yara Sports Complex.
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January 17, 2026 12:37 UTC
Chief Justice outlines 2026 plans for judiciary
General News of Saturday, 17 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Judiciary is set to roll out a number of measures aimed at decongesting courts and improving access to justice, Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie has announced. The update followed a visit by the Chief Justice to the Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, and was shared on her official X page on Saturday, January 17, 2026. “The Chief Justice shared plans to decongest the courts through measures such as morning and afternoon court sessions, expanding Alternative Dispute Resolution services, and specialised courts, including Galamsey courts, dedicated to prosecuting illegal mining cases,” the post stated. Ghana's new Chief Justice Baffoe-Bonnie outlines vision for judiciary“I expressed my appreciation for the visit and the comprehensive update and reaffirmed my support for the Judiciary’s efforts to improve efficiency and access to justice, particularly the initiatives aimed at decongesting the courts,” she added. > See the Vice President's post below:This week, I received the Chief Justice, His Lordship Justice Baffoe Bonnie, the Judicial Secretary of the Office of the Chief Justice, Mr. Musah Ahmed, and Prof. Raymond Atuguba in my office.
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January 17, 2026 12:36 UTC
Disaster management should be continuous effort, not just during rainy season – HYDRO CEO
“What we do before the season itself is more important than what we do during the event. He stressed that disaster management should not be limited to the rainy season but should be a continuous process throughout the year, including community education, sensitization, and preventive measures. Ghana's drainage infrastructure not keeping pace with urbanisation – HYDRO CEODr Darko also noted the role of the seven-member task force established in March 2025 to address flooding. He said the task force has helped put some communities and authorities ‘in check,’ particularly in preventing illegal construction in water retention areas. Watch the video below:Flood management should be a continuous process – Ghana Hydro AuthorityMRA/EBMeanwhile, watch as Ghanaians respond to Ofori-Atta's detention
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January 17, 2026 12:36 UTC
I was born into abject poverty – Attorney General
“I was born into abject poverty, and so I grew up in very trying circumstances,” he stated. I went to school very late, at age 11,” the Attorney General said. Attorney General appointment was an honour, not a surprise – Dr Ayine. Days later, a man arrived at his family home with a school uniform, paving the way for his enrollment in primary school. Sensing his discomfort, his mother requested a transfer to Tongobion Primary School in Zuarungu South, where he was less known.
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January 17, 2026 12:36 UTC
NACOC cracks down on drug trade in Budumburam, arrests multiple suspects
In a statement dated January 16, 2026, the intelligence-led raid targeted suspected drug dens and distribution points as part of NACOC’s nationwide crackdown on drug trafficking and abuse. Among those arrested is 32-year-old Rebecca Afia Naa Dei Kotei, popularly known as ‘Mother,’ who is believed to be a key figure in the local drug trade and had previously evaded arrest. During the operation, officers seized cannabis, tramadol, and other controlled substances, along with items believed to be linked to drug peddling activities. ” During the operation, officers seized quantities of suspected cannabis, tramadol, and other controlled substances, along with items believed to be linked to drug peddling activities,” the statement noted. NACOC has stated that investigations are ongoing and that the suspects will be processed for court in accordance with the law.
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January 17, 2026 12:28 UTC
Senegal stand in way of Morocco's 50-year wait for AFCON glory
"We are waiting for this trophy for 50 years now," Morocco defender Romain Saiss told the BBC World Service. The West Africans are also bidding for their second Afcon crown, having claimed their maiden trophy at the 2021 edition in Cameroon. Yet Morocco have rarely come close to lifting the Afcon trophy since their sole triumph in Ethiopia in 1976, with this just their second appearance in the final since then. "I will be very happy to play my last Afcon final, to enjoy it and to make my country win." A second Afcon title, and a place in the history books, beckons for one side.
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January 17, 2026 12:05 UTC
AFCON 2025 Final: Ghanaians back Senegal to beat Morocco
Sports News of Saturday, 17 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian football fans have named Senegal as the favorites to clinch the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) over host nation Morocco. Speaking on the Sports Debate show on GhanaWeb TV, Ghanaians noted that Senegal have proven to be a tough side, dominant in most of their games and consistent throughout the tournament. They also argued that the individual brilliance of key players in the Teranga Lions squad such as Sadio Mané, Nicolas Jackson, Idrissa Gueye, and goalkeeper Mendy could be lethal for Morocco to handle on a good day. However, others opposed these views, arguing that the host nation are in a better position to win the title, having long desired to lift the trophy since 1976. The Teranga Lions won their maiden title in 2021 when they defeated Côte d’Ivoire, while Morocco last won in 1976 and are eager to make history this time around.
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January 17, 2026 11:41 UTC
Houseboy jailed 84 months for acid attack on SHS leaver
Crime & Punishment of Saturday, 17 January 2026Source: GNAThe Bekwai Circuit Court has sentenced a 27-year-old houseboy to 84 months’ imprisonment with hard labour for pouring acid on a senior high school leaver. The court held that tensions arose during a tile-cleaning exercise involving acid, following disagreements among those present. Prosecution said Agyei showed no remorse and urged the Court to impose a deterrent sentence. Chief Inspector Amartey said Agyei became offended and insulted Asante, leading to an exchange of words between them. I’m the course of the confrontation, Agyei poured acid from a container on Asante, prosecution said, adding that Asante was rushed to the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, where he was admitted for three months.
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January 17, 2026 07:38 UTC
Two engineers killed in bulldozer accident at ‘Big Push’ project in Ayensudo
Regional News of Saturday, 17 January 2026Source: rainbowradioonline.comA construction site meant to symbolise progress has turned into a scene of mourning following a tragic accident at the Ayensudo section of the “Big Push” infrastructure project. According to a report filed by Ebenezer Manso-Cudjoe on Nyankonton Mu Nsem on Rainbow Radio 87.5FM, the accident involved a heavy-duty bulldozer operated by XNL Construction Company Limited. The first victim, an engineer who had joined the project barely a week earlier, was killed instantly when the machinery reportedly reversed over him. Despite medical efforts, the reporter confirmed that he died while on admission, bringing the total death toll to two. Adding to the speculation, some witnesses described the incident as “strange,” alleging that the bulldozer moved on its own without being ignited or operated.
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January 17, 2026 07:11 UTC
What Akufo-Addo’s sister said about his presidency
Politics of Saturday, 17 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comArtist and cultural figure Marigold Akufo-Addo, sister of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has shared a personal reflection suggesting that signs of leadership were visible in the former president from a very young age. “He said young men who draw crowds like that may not sit on the seat per se, but they will influence a lot of people,” Marigold recounted. She also pointed to Nana Akufo-Addo’s connection with his community, recalling how residents associated their father’s distinctive dark green car with the young Akufo-Addo because of how well-known he was in the area. According to her, Akufo-Addo’s popularity in sporting circles earned him the nickname “Bob Negro,” a reflection, he said, of the strong following Nana Akufo-Addo enjoyed even outside the classroom. Although Nana Akufo-Addo once considered pursuing football seriously, Marigold said the idea was discouraged due to concerns about education and long-term prospects, a decision she believes ultimately shaped his future path.
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January 17, 2026 06:42 UTC
Brandon Thomas-Asante returns to training after two months away
Sports News of Friday, 16 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCoventry City have received a major lift ahead of Saturday’s M69 derby, with Brandon Thomas-Asante edging closer to a long-awaited return after months on the sidelines. His return comes at a crucial moment with Frank Lampard’s side preparing for a high-stakes showdown against Leicester at the CBS Arena on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Speaking ahead of the game, Lampard confirmed the forward is back in the frame. “Torpy and Brandon are in contention for tomorrow,” he said. After nearly two months out, the sight of Thomas-Asante back on the training pitch will excite Coventry fans, who know just how decisive he can be.
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January 17, 2026 06:12 UTC
Upper East Region records 32 cases of rabbies amid shortage of post exposure vaccines
Regional News of Friday, 16 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCorrespondence from the Upper East RegionThe Upper East Region recorded 32 positive cases of rabies in 2025. All 32 cases involved dogs that were retrieved after incidents of strange or suspected mad dog bites. He urged victims of dog bites to report to the Veterinary Office for follow-up and monitoring. Dr Anang disclosed that the increasing number of cases compelled the Regional Office to write to the headquarters, which subsequently supplied vaccines. He appealed to the government to implement a free rabies vaccination policy to help curb the disease.
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January 17, 2026 03:29 UTC
NPP needs the guidance of its elders, not public disputes — Sylvester Tetteh
General News of Friday, 16 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Member of Parliament for Bortianor Ngleshie Amanfro, Sylvester Tetteh, has called on senior members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to end public disagreements and instead offer guidance as the party prepares for its upcoming internal elections. Speaking on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana on January 16, 2026, Sylvester Tetteh raised concerns about recent public comments by Professor Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, and the support those remarks received from Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe. Sylvester Tetteh said while Professor Frimpong-Boateng had served the party with distinction and deserved respect, public statements that create tensions within the party are unhelpful at a time when unity is crucial. Touching on Dr Nyaho Nyaho-Tamakloe’s claim that he could not be expelled from the party because he is a founding member, Sylvester Tetteh noted that age and experience come with responsibility. He argued that senior party figures have a duty to provide guidance and direction, particularly to the younger leadership currently managing nationwide campaigns.
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January 16, 2026 17:15 UTC
Transport Crisis: Operators debunk claims of creating artificial shortage
General News of Friday, 16 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAn executive secretary of a private transport union Ibrahim Musa has dismissed claims that transport operators deliberately created the current shortage of commercial vehicles being experienced in certain parts of the country. 'It's not an amusing situation' – Veep on 'trotro' struggles at peak hoursHe explained that the lack of consistent resourcing for private transport operators has left many vehicles broken down, worsening the transport challenges being experienced across the country. They are all at the shops and then somebody in his publication will say we have created an artificial shortage. Musa further accused the government of sidelining private operators in budgetary allocations, while prioritising state-owned transport companies. Government directs STC buses back on roads amid transport congestion – Kwakye OfosuMusa also warned that unless urgent steps are taken to adequately resource private transport operators, the ongoing transport difficulties will persist.
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January 16, 2026 16:37 UTC