'President Mahama ready to assent Anti-Gay Bill immediately' – Dafeamekpor
Speaking on JoyNews’ PM Express on February 3, 2026, Dafeamekpor indicated that the president has no reservations about endorsing the bill. He stressed that Mahama is ready to grant assent immediately the parliamentary process is completed. What President Mahama said about signing anti-LGBTQ billSpeaking on the ruling NDC government’s position on the bill, Dafeamekpor noted that Parliament is committed to passing the bill as a direct reflection of the public's will. The Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill has generated heated national debate as it seeks to regulate issues of sexual orientation, gender identity, family values, among other issues. However, the bill has faced strong criticism from human rights organisations, legal experts, and others, who contend that some provisions may infringe on the fundamental human rights guaranteed under the 1992 Constitution and international human rights treaties to which the country is a signatory.
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February 04, 2026 11:05 UTC
FIFA President Infantino calls for ban on Russia to be lifted
Sports News of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPresident of the Federation of International Football Associations (FIFA), Gianni Infantino, has called for the ban on Russia to be reviewed, arguing that it has not been impactful. Russia was exiled from international football by the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) and FIFA following its invasion of Ukraine in 2022. The intent of the ban was to pressure Russia into ending the invasion of Ukraine and restoring peace between the two countries. Mbappe, Ronaldo, Drogba: Eight footballers who own shares in clubsSpeaking on the ban, Infantino suggested that it has failed to achieve its objectives and may have worsened the situation. Having girls and boys from Russia being able to play football games in other parts of Europe would help,” Infantino said, as reported by the BBC.
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February 04, 2026 11:05 UTC
US deploys military troops to Nigeria – Report
General News of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe United States (US) government has reportedly deployed a contingent of American troops to Nigeria. General Anderson indicated that the US troops would support Nigeria, adding that the deployment followed a meeting with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu in Rome late last year. The report noted that US troops are already in Nigeria, although it remains unclear when they arrived. In October 2025, US President Donald Trump threatened military action against Nigeria over what he described as a Christian genocide. "We're going to do things to Nigeria that Nigeria is not going to be happy about.
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February 04, 2026 11:05 UTC
'I answer to no one' - Rev Obofour breaks silence on alleged side chick saga
This time, however, the spotlight has shifted from the late musician to Ghanaian pastor Rev Isaac Kwaku Obofour. The controversy involves Maame Sika, a restaurateur; Obofour’s legal wife, Queen Ciara; and another woman identified as Kwantengmaa, who is alleged to be his baby mama. On February 2, 2026, GhanaWeb reported that tensions escalated online after Maame Sika and Queen Ciara ‘clashed’ on the pastor’s birthday. Addressing the controversies surrounding his birthday, marriage, and the alleged side chick saga, Obofour stated that he answers to no one. According to the preacher, claims that his wife, Queen Ciara, is unhappy in the marriage are false.
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February 04, 2026 10:48 UTC
4 most talked-about performances at the 2026 GRAMMYs
Entertainment of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe 2026 Grammy Awards brought together the year’s biggest artistes at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, February 1, to celebrate one another’s achievements and enjoy a night of standout performances. From Sabrina Carpenter and Justin Bieber to Lady Gaga, Clipse, and Tyler, The Creator, the ceremony featured a dynamic showcase of talent across genres. Justin Bieber, “Yukon”Justin Bieber brought a revealing performance of “Yukon” to the Grammys stage. Bruno Mars & Rosé, “APT.”Opening the Grammys can go one of two ways: You either promptly fade into the background, or you nab the spotlight and set a high bar for the rest of the night. Lady GagaLady Gaga never half-steps her awards show performances, and the rocked-up run through her 2025 smash hit “Abracadabra” at the Grammy Awards was no exception.
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February 04, 2026 10:10 UTC
BoG to end financing of GoldBod under new gold policy - Dr Kwakye
Business News of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced plans to end its financing of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) under a new gold policy, as part of efforts to reduce losses in the country’s gold trading operations. According to the central bank, gold has been purchased from local miners at discounted prices rather than prevailing world market rates. BoG dismisses gold loss claims, cites IMF-backed macroeconomic gainsDespite the losses, Dr Kwakye noted that the programme enabled the central bank to accumulate nearly US$10 billion in reserves through gold trading. GoldBod will therefore be able to buy and refine gold directly from miners,” Dr Kwakye explained. Parliament passed the Ghana Gold Board Bill, 2025, into law on Friday, March 28, 2025.
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February 04, 2026 09:35 UTC
Delegates rejected tribal, religious bigotry by electing Bawumia - Kofi Tonto
Politics of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: metrotvonline.comKofi Tonto, the political aide and spokesperson to former vice president Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, made a compelling statement about the just-concluded NPP Presidential primaries. “The delegates made it clear in the 2026 NPP Presidential primaries that they value ideas and practical solutions over tribal or religious bigotry. Dr Bawumia’s victory is a victory for unity, progress and a Ghana that is focused on its future, not its divisions,” Tonto emphasised. Tonto believes that Bawumia’s ability to bring people together, regardless of background, is the reason why the delegates have entrusted him with the NPP's presidential ticket. “This landslide victory proves that Ghanaians, especially the NPP delegates, are looking for leadership that transcends divisions and focuses on delivering tangible solutions for the country’s development.
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February 04, 2026 09:30 UTC
Apaak family is a hope for Upper East Region – Eastwood Anaba
Regional News of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFounder of the Pneuma Institute and President of Eastwood Anaba Ministries (EAM), Pastor Eastwood Anaba, has described the Apaak family as a symbol of hope for the Upper East Region, following the burial of the late Pastor John Azundem Apaak. Pastor Anaba made the remarks during the funeral and burial service held on February 3, 2026, at the GNAT Hall in Bolgatanga, before the late pastor was laid to rest at Dorninga in the Builsa South District. “When I see the grandchildren and the family of the late Pastor John Apaak, I see that there is hope for the Upper East Region,” Pastor Anaba stated. He said the values embodied by the Apaak family reflect the enduring legacy left behind by the late pastor, whose life of faith and service continues to inspire many across the region. “The late John Apaak left a legacy of hope for the region,” he added.
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February 04, 2026 09:25 UTC
Showboy arrested after first failed attempt
In a video currently circulating online, the musician was seen handcuffed and interacting with police officers. – Showboy breaks silence after attempted arrestIn the footage, Showboy requested water and asked to speak to his doctor, claiming he is a psychiatric patient and needs access to his psychiatrist. In that particular incident, individuals believed to be CID officers attempted to arrest him while he was live on TikTok. Showboy appeared visibly upset and challenged the officers, insisting they had failed to present proper arrest documents. He refused to accompany them, telling both the officers and his online audience that he could not be arrested without official authorisation.
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February 04, 2026 09:16 UTC
Buffer Stock CEO raises alarm over rising rice glut
Business News of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Chief Executive Officer of the National Food Buffer Stock Company (NAFCO), George Abradu-Otoo, has raised concerns over a growing rice glut in Ghana, warning that it poses a threat to farmers’ livelihoods and market stability. Ghana’s rice sector has faced persistent oversupply in recent years, leaving tens of thousands of tonnes unsold. “Our main concern right now is the glut,” he said, cautioning that the surplus could depress prices and undermine market sustainability. To address the issue, he revealed that NAFCO has licensed 14 companies to participate in the rice supply chain. SA/MAUnderstanding Ghana's stock market and how to invest | BizTech
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February 04, 2026 09:05 UTC
Finance Minister, World Bank back FSRP to drive food self-sufficiency
The FSRP is currently rehabilitating and modernising the Kpong Irrigation Scheme, which serves farming communities around Akuse and Asutsuare. The project is being implemented at a cost of US$22.6 million, funded by the World Bank. Speaking during the tour, Dr Forson said the World Bank loan under FSRP would significantly strengthen Ghana’s food security and address long-standing structural challenges in the agricultural sector. Under the FSRP rice self-sufficiency model, Ghana is targeting the development of at least 100,000 hectares of irrigated land, organised into 5,000–10,000-hectare production enclaves. The West Africa Food System Resilience Project (FSRP) is a Government of Ghana initiative funded by the World Bank, coordinated by ECOWAS and implemented in eight West African countries.
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February 04, 2026 08:54 UTC
FLASHBACK: Why Kotoka was killed by his colleague coup leaders
General News of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe proposal by the government to introduce a bill in Parliament to change the name of the country’s main international airport, the Kotoka International Airport (KIA), is currently the main topic of discussion among the general public. The Kotoka International Airport, Ghana's main point of entry and exit to the world, is named after a very controversial figure, Lieutenant Colonel Emmanuel Kwasi Kotoka, who was the mastermind of the coup d’état which ousted Ghana’s first President, Osagyefo Dr Kwame Nkrumah. “So, this was the reason why, a year after the coup, Kotoka told his colleagues that, ‘We thought Nkrumah was corrupt, and we took money from the CIA to remove him. Two months after his statement, on 17th April, there was an abortive coup, and Kotoka was killed. Watch a video of Anokye Frimpong’s remarks below:BAI#TrendingGH: Watch some Ghanaians react to proposed renaming of Kotoka International Airport:Understanding Ghana's stock market and how to invest | BizTech
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February 04, 2026 08:50 UTC
