Van Vicker completes law degree
Entertainment of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comSeasoned Ghanaian-Nollywood actor Van Vicker has completed a Bachelor of Law Program from the Wisconsin International University College and is set to graduate soon. God bless.”Van Vicker's rich educational background includes studying Strategic Communication at the African University of Communications (AUCC), where he earned a Bachelor's degree in 2021. He followed this with a master's degree in communications from the same institution. The actor started his entertainment career as a radio presenter and TV personality, before eventually transitioning to acting. Van Vicker has appeared in numerous Nollywood films and has won several awards for his outstanding performances.
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January 08, 2026 20:55 UTC
My only regret is not starting early – Okyeame Kwame on going vegan
Entertainment of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMany years after going vegan, celebrated Ghanaian musician Okyeame Kwame has taken to social media to share stories about his journey and some of his regrets. Addressing stereotypes surrounding vegetarians, Okyeame Kwame stated that his health has significantly improved since adopting a vegan lifestyle. According to him, he no longer feels the need to constantly check his blood pressure because he believes he is in good condition. “I’ve thrown away my blood pressure machine. The only regret I have about going vegan is that I didn’t start earlier.
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January 08, 2026 20:45 UTC
I expect Black Stars call up soon – Winger Bless Ege
Sports News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: ghanasoccernet.comGhanaian winger Bless Ege is eyeing a call up into the Black Stars after securing a move abroad. The enterprising winger has joined Mexican Premier League outfit, Querétaro FC on a season-long loan from the Karela United on the back of his scintillating performance form. The move marks rapid international leap for Ege, who only joined the Ghana Premier League side at the beginning of the current 2025/26 season. Ghana drawn in Group L for 2026 FIFA World Cup“I expect Black Stars call up in the next one or two seasons,” he told MO TV in an interview. He attracted interest from several top Ghanaian clubs, including Hearts of Oak, before ultimately signing with Karela United at the start of the campaign.
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January 08, 2026 20:44 UTC
Eiteljorg Museum appoints Ghana's Bright Afriyie as new CFO
Diaspora News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA Ghanaian veteran higher education finance and global banker, Bright Afriyie, has been appointed the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of the Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art. Most recently, he served as the CFO at Simmons College of Kentucky, a historically Black liberal arts institution in Louisville. The appointment comes at a time when cultural institutions are increasingly looking toward data science to navigate the post-pandemic economy, according to indianapolisrecorder.com. Despite his high-level corporate and academic background, Afriyie maintains that financial leadership is fundamentally about the individuals an institution serves. Reed departed the Eiteljorg in October to join the leadership team of the United Way for Southeastern Michigan in Detroit.
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January 08, 2026 20:17 UTC
TTH to get cardiac center under MahamaCares program
Health News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCorrespondence from Northern RegionThe Tamale Teaching Hospital has announced that the government will be constructing an ultramodern cardiac catheterisation center under the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, popularly known as Mahamacares. The Administrator of the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, Obuobia Darko-Opoku disclosed this to GhanaWeb in Tamale on Thursday after meeting with management of the Tamale Teaching Hospital. She said the establishment of the cardiac center at the Tamale Teaching Hospital will bring healthcare closer to the people. She added that, under the Mahama Cares program, cardiac catheterization centers will be established “at the center of the country and when I say the center, I mean Tamale, Komfo Anokye and Greater Accra. He said although the original plan for the project is a cardiac catheterization center (cath lab), it will be big enough to be converted into a full-time cardiac center as it is expected to be a two-storey structure, fully equipped with advanced diagnostic imaging equipment.
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January 08, 2026 20:17 UTC
Nungua youth issue stern warning, give ultimatum to developers at Nmai Djor
Regional News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: DodoeNezi Hukporti, ContributorThe youth of Nungua, together with traditional officeholders of the Nungua Traditional Area, have issued a strong public warning to estate developers and some members of the Teshie Okpelor Sowah Din family, cautioning them against what they describe as continued unlawful actions within the Nmai Djor enclave. According to the statement, the youth and traditional authorities accuse the developers of defying legal processes by continuing construction and maintaining an armed presence on the land despite a pending court application. Nungua Paramount chief responds to claims of fueling chieftaincy disputesThey described the situation as provocative and an affront to the dignity of the people of Nungua. The court, they said, has cautioned all parties to refrain from any action that could undermine the judicial process. The group further called on the government, the Ghana Police Service and the general public to help maintain peace and prevent any escalation of tensions in the Nmai Djor area.
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January 08, 2026 20:17 UTC
BoG targets UK diaspora to revive falling remittances
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Johnson Asiama, revealed that remittances from the UK, historically a major corridor for Ghana, fell significantly in 2025. Data for January to September show UK inflows accounted for 17.5% of total remittances, a notable drop from 27.6% in the same period the previous year. “This proportion marks a decline compared to the corresponding period in 2024, when the UK corridor contributed 27.6 percent, equivalent to more than one quarter of total inflows. BoG enacts strict new rules for international money transfer companiesSpeaking at the Diaspora Economic Growth Summit in Accra, Governor Asiama stated that there is “considerable scope to scale up” these flows. The central bank's strategy will shift from viewing remittances merely as consumption support to harnessing them for long-term investment.
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January 08, 2026 20:10 UTC
GIADEC secures strategic investors for VALCO modernisation and alumina refinery project
Business News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has secured strategic investors for the modernisation of the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) and the construction of an alumina refinery. He described the alumina refinery and VALCO modernisation as cornerstone projects of Ghana’s industrialisation agenda, aimed at shifting the country from a raw bauxite-exporting economy to one that adds value locally. He added that the construction of an alumina refinery was critical to developing a fully Integrated Aluminium Industry (IAI) and welcomed the growing interest of global firms in partnering with Ghana. He added that a fully operational VALCO would create at least 6,000 direct jobs for Ghanaian youth, making its revival a national priority. GIADEC Chief Executive Officer Reindorf Twumasi Ankrah reaffirmed the corporation’s commitment to building a globally competitive aluminium industry for Ghana.
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January 08, 2026 20:05 UTC
New US Visa Rule: Some applicants to pay $15,000 bond
Under the Visa Bond requirement, which is part of efforts by the US government to prevent visa overstays, citizens of the affected countries are required to pay a bond of either $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000, starting January 21, 2026. “Any citizen or national traveling on a passport issued by one of these countries, who is found otherwise eligible for a B1/B2 visa, must post a bond for $5,000, $10,000, or $15,000. Applicants must agree to the terms of the bond through the Department of the Treasury’s online payment platform, Pay.gov. Applicants should submit Form I-352 to post a bond only after a consular officer directs them to do so. Know all the 19 African countries affected by US visa suspension from January 1, 2026It added, “A bond does not guarantee visa issuance.
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January 08, 2026 19:59 UTC
Cedi recovery is a duty, not a celebration – BoG Governor
The Governor directly linked the currency’s strength to a dramatic improvement in the nation’s economic fundamentals. “We are happy to report that the cedi ended the year in a much stronger position than many would have anticipated a year earlier. “This outcome reflects not only improved sentiment, but also better fundamentals, stronger reserves, reduced inflation, and restored policy credibility,” he said. That is why we see the cedi’s performance not as a victory lap, but as a responsibility,” Dr Asiama said. Dr Asiama assured that the BoG remains committed to playing its role “firmly, independently, and professionally” to ensure that economic gains become durable and inclusive.
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January 08, 2026 19:34 UTC
Nigeria clear Super Eagles bonus issue ahead of Algeria quarterfinal
Sports News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: ghanasoccernet.comNigeria’s Minister of Finance, Doris Nkiruka Uzoka-Anite, has confirmed significant progress in resolving outstanding bonus payments for the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This clears the way for the team to resume training in full focus on their quarter-final clash against Algeria on January 10, 2026. She added that a fast-track conversion process has been implemented to move funds into foreign currency in line with players’ preferences. The update follows reports earlier this week of training disruptions by the Super Eagles over unpaid bonuses, which had raised concerns about preparations for the knockout stage of the tournament. With the issue now resolved, the Super Eagles are expected to travel to Marrakesh to continue preparations for quarter-final encounter against Algeria, as they chase a place in the semi-finals and a potential title run at AFCON 2025.
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January 08, 2026 18:59 UTC
Cedi trades at GH¢10.67 to US$1 amid sustained forex pressure
Business News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghanaian cedi remained under some pressure on Thursday, January 8, 2026, posting mixed results against major foreign currencies as traders reacted to movements in the forex market. At the Bank of Ghana’s interbank window, the cedi traded at GH¢10.66 (buying) and GH¢10.67 (selling) to the US dollar. On the interbank market, the cedi also traded at GH¢14.38 to the British pound and GH¢12.47 to the euro. Cedi begins first Monday of 2026 trading at GH¢10.50 to $1These rates show a slight weakening from Wednesday’s interbank dollar rate of about GH¢10.61-10.62. Overall, the data suggests the cedi has been moving within a narrow range on the official interbank market, while rates at forex bureaus remain much higher.
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January 08, 2026 18:59 UTC
Vote number 3 and win with Bawumia - Trobu MP urges NPP delegates
Politics of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comNPP Member of Parliament for Trobu, Gloria Owusu, has urged NPP delegates to vote massively for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia on January 31 as the NPP's 2028 flagbearer. "Yesterday, I had the honour of welcoming Dr Mahamudu Bawumia to the Trobu Constituency as he wrapped up his Greater Accra Tour. In a warm gesture of love and support, some delegates presented foodstuffs as a gift to Dr Bawumia, symbolising unity and appreciation." Ahead of the NPP primaries at the end of this month, the MP wished Dr Bawumia "continued success as we build momentum toward victory." "Together, we move forward for a stronger NPP and a better Ghana," she concluded and added and urged delegates to "Vote Number 3'" and "win with Bawumia."
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January 08, 2026 18:10 UTC
Ghanaian man and Nigerian wife arrested in Libya for torturing orphan boy to death - Reports
General News of Thursday, 8 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA heart-wrenching and devastating news has emerged of how a couple has been arrested in Tripoli, Libya, for torturing a boy in a dastardly way till his death. The couple, believed to be of Ghanaian and Nigerian origin, are reported to have brutally tortured the boy - an orphan, until he died. According to details shared by The Libya Observer on its Facebook page, the couple were arrested on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. "Police in Tripoli have arrested a foreign couple for torturing and starving to death an orphaned child," the post read. Another online user under one of the posts online also claimed that the boy's father also died in 2025.
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January 08, 2026 15:39 UTC