One dead in Anyaa Market accident
Regional News of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comOne person has died following a rear-end collision involving a motorcycle and a Man Diesel truck on the Anyaa Market Road in Accra. In a press release dated January 14, 2026, the Anyaa Fire Station said it received a distress call at about 9:44 AM on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. It added that personnel from the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) arrived at the scene five minutes later. The accident resulted in partial damage to the motorcycle and damage to the front section of the truck, the statement said. Two burnt to death in truck collision at Offinso Old TownThe body of the deceased, suspected to be the motor rider, was handed over to the police for further investigations and necessary action.
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January 14, 2026 16:06 UTC
I see no reason for Ofori-Atta to evade accountability - Kwakye Ofosu
According to Kwakye Ofosu, scrutiny and accountability are obligations that apply to all public officials, whether they are still in office or not. Kwakye Ofosu further cited President Mahama himself as an example of openness to investigations, stressing that accountability processes do not automatically imply wrongdoing. Touching on the ongoing issues surrounding Ken Ofori-Atta, Felix Kwakye Ofosu said the former minister should cooperate fully with investigators if he is confident of his innocence. The Attorney General has indicated that he has sent a formal request to the authorities in the United States of America who are processing it,” Kwakye Ofosu emphasised. Ntim Fordjour demands immediate recall of LGBTQ teaching materials from schoolsKwakye Ofosu concluded by reiterating the government’s commitment to accountability.
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January 14, 2026 15:37 UTC
David Asante details investments and profits under his leadership at GPCL
Asante said that between 2017 and 2024, the company underwent a comprehensive facelift, including the acquisition of modern printing equipment and the establishment of new production systems. “In the over 60 years of existence of Ghana Publishing Company Limited, no government has invested as heavily in machinery acquisition and expansion as the NPP did in the last eight years,” he stated. According to him, the investments enabled GPCL to regain its technical credibility, leading to the restoration of major contracts, including the printing of ballot papers for national elections. Asante also highlighted the establishment of a Kumasi branch, describing it as the first regional branch in the company’s history. He said the branch generates millions of Ghana cedis monthly, enough to cover the company’s wage bill.
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January 14, 2026 15:18 UTC
I regret some harsh insults I used on certain people - Nana Tonardo
Entertainment of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comEmbarrassment and shame are the emotions Nana Tonardo feels whenever he revisits some words he used in his old outbursts online. He explained that he sometimes cannot believe he used such words and allowed himself to be drawn into unnecessary public confrontation. Nana Tonardo added that he will soon turn 40 and believes it is time to put an end to such behavior. I don't look back when attacking Delay; she is evil - Nana Tornado“Sometimes, when I look at some of the previous videos I’ve done and the words I used in the insults, I feel ashamed of myself. Nana Tonardo has had public confrontations with several people within the Ghanaian creative space and beyond, including Afia Schwarzenegger, Obampour, and several others.
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January 14, 2026 15:01 UTC
University of Ghana disputes GTEC-approved fees
See approved GTEC University of Ghana fees for 2025/2026 academic yearThese include the 75th Anniversary Levy and a Development Levy, except where such charges were already in existence. Dr Apaak meets stakeholders to resolve UG fee hike disputeGTEC insisted that publicly funded universities are not permitted to review student fees without following due process, including obtaining parliamentary approval as required by law. Based on this position, the commission directed UG to credit continuing students who paid more than last academic year’s approved fees in the next academic year. The University of Ghana says it will continue engaging GTEC and the Ministry of Education to ensure that agreements reached at the January stakeholder meeting are fully implemented. The meeting brought together representatives from GTEC, the University Council, the university management, and student leadership.
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January 14, 2026 14:30 UTC
Dear GhanaWeb: My newlywed husband ran off with my money
LifeStyle of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDear GhanaWeb,I got married three weeks ago to a 33-year-old man. I wanted to settle down and have children, but he said he wasn’t financially ready, so I sponsored the entire ceremony. I channeled the money through him so it would appear as though he was responsible for everything. We married on Saturday, and by Monday evening, I had withdrawn the money and handed it to him. None of his explanations made sense, but because he was my husband, I felt I had to trust him.
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January 14, 2026 14:29 UTC
'It should have counted' – Antoine Semenyo speaks on his disallowed goal
Sports News of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comManchester City’s new signing, Antoine Semenyo, made his mark once again in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final on Tuesday, January 13, 2025. However, it was a disallowed goal that dominated headlines after City’s 2-0 victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park. Moments later, Semenyo thought he had added a second, flicking Tijjani Reijnders’ cross past Nick Pope, only for officials to rule it out following a lengthy VAR check. Watch Semenyo’s goal against Newcastle UnitedSemenyo shared his frustration on the on-field camera after the final whistle. “The second goal should’ve counted by the way, just saying,” he said.
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January 14, 2026 13:26 UTC
NaCCA withdraws SHS teachers’ manual over gender identity concerns
General News of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NaCCA) has ordered the withdrawal of hard copies of the Senior High School Physical Education and Health teachers’ manual following controversy over a section that defined gender identity, graphic.com.gh reports. In an exclusive interview with Adom News on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, NaCCA Board Chairman Professor Vincent Assanful said teachers who received the manual have been instructed to return it as part of a broader curriculum review. He further noted that although the manual had gone through several expert review stages, the inclusion of the controversial definition exposed gaps in the internal quality control process. It is obvious that during the preparation of the document, a subject expert reviewed it. He said he would contact the subject expert and find out how come that definition came into the document.
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January 14, 2026 12:55 UTC
Bring back Ofori-Atta with the same energy you used to refuse his dismissal’- Afrifa to Akufo-Addo
Politics of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian media personality Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah has criticised former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo over the ongoing extradition process involving former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta. According to Okatakyie, during President Akufo-Addo’s tenure, he resisted calls to allow Ofori-Atta to resign or be removed from office, despite sustained pressure from numerous individuals, including the then Majority caucus in Parliament. President, the same energy you used to refuse to sack Ofori-Atta or allow him to resign, despite pressure from Parliament, use that same power to bring him back,” he said. Meanwhile, Ken Ofori-Atta has been charged with corruption and corruption-related offences in connection with the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) scandal. AM/EBWhich party leaves government with its finance minister missing – Ex Subin MP loses cool on Ofori-Atta
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January 14, 2026 12:44 UTC
US will not block extradition of Ofori-Atta, Sedina Tamakloe - Ablakwa
The two individuals are former Minister of Finance Ken Ofori Atta, and former MASLOC Chief Executive Officer Sedina Tamakloe Attionu. Does convicted Sedinam have blood in her veins while Ofori-Atta has palm kernel oil in his? Ablakwa indicated that the meeting reviewed the state of Ghana–US relations and law enforcement cooperation, noting that Ghana facilitated the extradition of nine suspected individuals to the United States in 2025. He revealed that the US government had given a clear assurance regarding Ghana’s request for the extradition of Ken Ofori-Atta and Sedina Tamakloe Attionu. “The United States Government has assured, that without prejudice to judicial processes, it will not stand in the way of Ghana as regards the removal of Ken Ofori-Atta and Sedina Tamakloe Attionu,” the minister said.
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January 14, 2026 12:42 UTC
Here's how much you will pay for digitisation of pre‑2023 vehicle records
Meanwhile, vehicle owners will be required to validate their number plates every 2 years. He however noted that vehicles registered between January 2022 and December 2023 are not yet included in the exercise. Vehicle Owners to Validate Plates Every Two Years – DVLASemevo also announced that vehicle owners will be required to validate their number plates every two years. This upgrade is expected to strengthen the security features of number plates and enhance road safety. The RFID system will also make it easier to identify vehicle owners and help eliminate revenue losses caused by uncustomed vehicles that have been illegally licensed.
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January 14, 2026 12:34 UTC
Malik Basintale addresses death and stroke rumours
General News of Wednesday, 14 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA), Malik Basintale, has for the first time addressed rumours of his death and being bedridden from a stroke. Malik Basintale reacted to these rumours after returning to work on January 13, 2026, following some weeks of absence. He only asserted that every human being is bound to fall sick, and he is no exception. Malik Basintale breaks silence on stroke rumoursHe added that; “And so when I hear people saying, ‘Basintale is sick, Basintale is dead’ and all of that, anybody can die. Reports on social media suggested that the YEA CEO, who had not been seen in the limelight for weeks, was seeking medical treatment in London.
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January 14, 2026 12:04 UTC