NAPO urges former NPP executives in Bono Region to back Dr Bawumia
Regional News of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the 2024 general elections, has called on former constituency and regional executives of the party in the Bono Region to rally behind Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia ahead of the party’s flagbearership election. Dr Opoku Prempeh made the appeal on Tuesday morning during a meeting with former NPP executives in Sunyani, stressing that the party needs its experienced members to play a decisive role at this critical stage. He used the occasion to make a strong case for Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, describing him as the most qualified, tested and well-positioned candidate among those contesting the flagbearership. He urged the former executives to give their support and votes to Dr Bawumia in the January 31, 2026, polls, noting that the vice president offers the party its best chance of progress and continuity. Dr Opoku Prempeh emphasised that while internal competition is expected, the party must ultimately close ranks behind a leader capable of uniting the NPP and leading it forward.
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January 12, 2026 11:01 UTC
UGBS report finds GoldBod delivering major macroeconomic gains
The report, titled "Evaluating the Macroeconomic Effects of the Ghana Gold Board" (GoldBod), presents an analytical view of GoldBod’s centralised gold purchasing and export framework in safeguarding the sector. Formalisation benefits far exceed BoG’s reported loss.”Addressing concerns about the Central Bank’s reported losses, the report emphasised that the figures had been misrepresented. It argued that GoldBod should be widely viewed as a macroeconomic stabilization mechanism rather than a profit-making venture. “GoldBod should be regarded not as a profit-driven trading entity, but as a tool for macroeconomic stabilisation and formalisation. “GoldBod has delivered substantial, measurable macroeconomic benefits that exceed its narrow accounting costs.
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January 12, 2026 10:58 UTC
NDC likely to elect an Akan to lead them into 2028 elections - Mussa Dankwah
Politics of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comExecutive Director of the Global InfoAnalytics, Mussa Dankwah, has predicted that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is more likely to elect an Akan candidate as its flagbearer for the 2028 general elections. Haruna, Ablakwa in serious 'fight' over NDC 2028 running mate slot – Adom-Otchere allegesHe stated that whoever leads the NDC into the 2028 elections will likely be the candidate who can appeal across multiple ethnic groups, not just their own. Haruna Iddrisu leads decisively among Mole-Dagbani voters, as 51% of that demographic's vote consolidates in his favor. “Among the Ewes, 67% of their votes accrue to Akan candidates, while Haruna secures 16% and Ablakwa, 15%,” Dankwah added. “This analysis makes it more likely that NDC will elect an Akan to lead them into 2028.
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January 12, 2026 10:50 UTC
FSRP-FarmMate partnership delivers 240 tonnes of tomatoes in Upper East
Under the collaboration, tomatoes are cultivated using climate-smart agricultural practices and innovations, a hallmark of the FSRP approach. Tomato farmers in crisis as their produce rot for lack of buyersFarmMate complements this with close field monitoring, resident agronomists and guaranteed offtake of harvested produce. Beyond FarmMate, the wider FSRP Tomato Support Programme is being implemented in 20 districts across six regions, involving 1,500 farmers, 40 percent of whom are women. Current yields average about 10 tonnes per hectare, with projections of up to 15 tonnes per hectare by the end of the 2025 dry season. Overall, FSRP targets the production of 6,000 metric tonnes of tomatoes by the end of the intervention.
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January 12, 2026 10:20 UTC
Ofori-Atta set to appear before US immigration court - AG reveals
According to him, this follows Ofori-Atta's arrest and detention by United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on January 6, 2026, in Washington, DC. From the district court, it can go to a circuit court of appeals. Then from there to the United States Supreme Court,” he said. “In the extradition case, again, a district court will hear the proceedings and make a determination as to whether to extradite him. Ken Ofori-Atta is not a person that will come here, and we're going to treat him very shabbily and so on and so forth.
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January 12, 2026 10:16 UTC
IPGs confirm government's $1.47 billion energy legacy debt settlement
Business News of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Independent Power Generators (IPGs) Ghana has confirmed the settlement of the US$1.47 billion energy legacy debt, acknowledging payment by the government. As a result, investor confidence in Ghana’s energy sector has been meaningfully restored, positioning the country to attract new capital, technology, and long-term partnerships," the statement read. Government settles US$1.470 billion energy sector debt within first yearThe government, through the Ministry of Finance, on January 12, 2026, said it had settled the US$1.47 billion debt owed to the IPGs. In its statement, the government explained that the payment is intended to help rescue and reset Ghana’s long-standing energy crisis. The IPGs, however, reaffirmed their commitment to further restoring investor confidence in the sector, promoting efficiency, and supporting ongoing energy sector reforms.
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January 12, 2026 10:06 UTC
5 Matches, 14 Goals: Nigeria’s road to the AFCON semi-final
The West African powerhouse began their journey in the group stage with a 2-1 victory over Tanzania, as Ademola Lookman and Semi Ajayi registered their names on the scoresheet. AFCON 2025: Nigeria and Algeria set for high-stakes quarterfinal clashVictor Osimhen opened his AFCON goalscoring account with a goal, while Wilfred Ndidi and Lookman added to finish off their tough opponents. Osimhen netted a brace, with Lookman and Akor Adams scoring the other goals. After five matches played, Nigeria have scored 14 goals, conceded 4, and kept two clean sheets. Galatasaray striker Osimhen has scored four goals, Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman has three, while Akor Adams has registered two.
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January 12, 2026 09:50 UTC
Government T-Bill auction oversubscribed for sixth straight week
Business News of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe government has once again oversubscribed its treasury auction, attracting strong investor confidence for the sixth consecutive week. According to data from the Bank of Ghana, total bids reached approximately GH¢9.08 billion, surpassing the government’s target of GH¢7.56 billion. The 91-day Treasury Bill was the most attractive instrument, drawing GH¢6.54 billion in bids, of which GH¢6.53 billion was accepted. The 182-day bill recorded bids of GH¢1.06 billion, with GH¢1.05 billion taken up, while the 364-day bill attracted GH¢1.50 billion in bids, of which GH¢1.49 billion was accepted. The 364-day bill, on the other hand, dropped by 3 basis points, from 12.93 percent to 12.90 percent.
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January 12, 2026 09:49 UTC
Barcelona beat Real Madrid to retain Spanish Super Cup
Sports News of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: bbc.comBarcelona edged past Real Madrid in a five-goal thriller to win back-to-back Spanish Super Cup finals in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. It marked a 16th triumph in the tournament for Hansi Flick's side, with Barcelona also beating Los Blancos in last year's final. Brazilian forward Raphinha's floated shot in the 73rd minute proved to be the winner after a frantic ending to the first half. Late chances at both ends made for a nervy finale with Marcus Rashford shooting wide when clear, while Alvaro Carreras and then Raul Asencio both shot straight at goalkeeper Joan Garcia. But Barca held on to secure a second consecutive title for the first time since 2011.
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January 12, 2026 09:06 UTC
Government clears US$1.47 billion energy sector debt within first year - MoF
“The Government of Ghana, under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, has decisively resolved the crippling energy sector debt that posed one of the gravest risks to Ghana’s financial stability,” the ministry stated. “The Partial Risk Guarantee was a critical safeguard that enabled nearly US$8 billion in private sector investment into Ghana’s energy sector through the Sankofa Gas Project. Beneficiaries included Karpowership, Cenpower, Twin City Energy, Early Power, BXC, Meinergy, Sunon Asogli, AKSA Energy, and Cenit Energy. “Altogether, the Ministry of Finance has paid approximately US$1.470 billion in the 2025 fiscal year to rescue and restore Ghana’s energy sector,” the statement concluded. MAHAMA ADMINISTRATION PAYS US$1.470 BILLION TO CLEAR ENERGY SECTOR DEBT AND RESTORE WORLD BANK GUARANTEE WITHIN FIRST YEAR1.The Government of Ghana, under the leadership of President John Dramani Mahama, has decisively resolved the crippling energy sector debt that posed one of… pic.twitter.com/HTn8q8rHPU — Cassiel Ato Forson (PhD) (@Cassielforson) January 12, 2026MA/AE
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January 12, 2026 09:03 UTC
Cedi begins second week of January 2026 trading at GH¢10.70 to $1
Business News of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana cedi opened the second week of January 2026 trading at GH¢10.70 to the US dollar on the Bank of Ghana’s interbank foreign exchange market. Data released by the central bank on Monday, January 12, 2026, showed the dollar buying at GH¢10.69 and selling at GH¢10.70 to US$1. The euro traded between GH¢13.60 and GH¢14.50, and the pound sterling between GH¢15.70 and GH¢16.50, highlighting significant differences from interbank rates. The slightly higher bureau rates reflect strong demand for foreign currency and limited supply, especially as the new financial year begins. Exchange Rates:Bank of Ghana interbank market rates:- Dollar: Buying at GH¢10.69, Selling at GH¢10.70- Pound: Buying at GH¢14.36, Selling at GH¢14.38- Euro: Buying at GH¢12.46, Selling at GH¢12.47Forex bureau rates:- Dollar: Buying at GH¢11.90, Selling at GH¢12.25- Pound: Buying at GH¢15.70, Selling at GH¢16.50- Euro: Buying at GH¢13.60, Selling at GH¢14.50
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January 12, 2026 09:03 UTC
Government makes Ghana Card mandatory for all bank transactions
General News of Sunday, 11 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Bank of Ghana has issued a revised and stricter Supervisory Guidance Note, making the Ghana Card the mandatory identification document for all banking transactions. The directive, issued in the last quarter of 2025, takes immediate effect and makes the Ghana Card the compulsory means of identification for customers of all accountable institutions. “Accountable Institutions (AIs) shall use only the Ghana Card to identify and verify all customers,” the notice stated. Customers without a Ghana Card, Non-Citizens Identity Card, or Refugee Identity Card will not be permitted to conduct any transactions with financial institutions. The Ghana Card has increasingly become the primary source of identification in the country, having been integrated into Ghana’s telecommunications and financial systems.
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January 12, 2026 08:50 UTC
Volta Coconut Industries launches major investment project to boost farming
Business News of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comChairman of the Coconut Farmers Association Volta (COFAG) and CEO of Volta Coconut Industries & Resort Ltd, Togbe Dunyo, has launched a 1,000-acre investment project in the Volta Region, urging locals to invest and help create jobs for the youth. He explained that 1,000 acres of land has been acquired in the Volta Region, which will be made available to investors. Coconut Federation Ghana leads farm inspection under presidential initiative in Bono RegionHe added that the initiative aims to leverage government support currently being provided to coconut farmers through the Coconut Farmers Association. Togbe Dunyo noted that many citizens want to farm but are unable to do so due to location constraints. He urged citizens from the Volta Region and other parts of Ghana to take a serious interest in investing with Volta Coconut Industries & Resort Ltd.“Investors should consider that the Volta Region is peaceful, land is litigation-free, and the area is galamsey-free.
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January 12, 2026 07:40 UTC
Tailor fined GH¢12,000 for false Tradition Rice TikTok claims
Crime & Punishment of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: GNAAn Accra Circuit Court has sentenced a tailor to a fine of 1,000 penalty units, equivalent to GH¢12,000, for false publication about the Tradition Rice brand on TikTok. The Court ruled that failure to pay the fine would result in a 50-day prison term for the convict, Francis Amofa. Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Emmanuel Nyamekye, presenting the facts, said the complainant, Dilip Chandwani, is Director of DKC 2015 Limited, importers and distributors of the Tradition Rice brand, with an outlet at Kaneshie, Accra. Further investigations established that Tradition Rice is a duly vetted and approved imported food product, certified by the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) as safe for human consumption and issued with an FDA Registration Number. The prosecution said the false publication had negatively affected sales of the Tradition Rice brand nationwide and was likely to injure the reputation and business of Chandwani.
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January 12, 2026 06:14 UTC
Wildlife guard killed by suspected poachers at Kalakpa Resource Reserve
Crime & Punishment of Monday, 12 January 2026Source: GNAA wildlife resource guard has been shot dead by suspected poachers at the Kalakpa Resource Reserve in Abutia, Ho West District of the Volta Region. The deceased, Raphael Ganyo, served as a Resource Guard with the Wildlife Division of the Forestry Commission at the reserve. He was fatally shot in the early hours of Tuesday, January 6, 2026, while on routine patrol near Zitoe Camp within the reserve. Reports indicate that at about 0600 hours, a wildlife patrol team moved to investigate suspected poaching activities in the protected area. In the ensuing confrontation, Ganyo was shot in the chest by the suspected poacher and was pronounced dead at the scene.
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January 12, 2026 04:40 UTC