Why IShowSpeed's Ghana passport needs legal clearance – Patrick Boamah explains
General News of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament for Okaikwei Central, Patrick Yaw Boamah, has explained why popular American YouTuber and streamer IShowSpeed would require proper legal clearance before being issued a Ghanaian passport. He stressed that if IShowSpeed, who is not a Ghanaian citizen, is to be issued a Ghanaian passport, he must first be naturalised or granted dual citizenship in accordance with the law. He acknowledged that while certain procedural steps may be waived in exceptional circumstances, the legal framework governing citizenship and passport issuance must still be respected. “They may wave certain steps for him towards the acquisition of the passport but he has to go through the law,” he concluded. IShowSpeed's flight to Accra becomes most tracked worldwide on Flightradar24Patrick Boamah’s comments follow an announcement by the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, regarding the issuance of a Ghanaian passport to the YouTuber, on January 27, 2026.
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January 29, 2026 11:37 UTC
What APL said about external flows and BoG currency data
The Bank of Ghana's own footnote attests to the fact that some of the gold stock was monetized into cash FX and reflected in Gross International Reserves. This explains why gold value fell from USD 3.43 billion to USD 2.68 billion, while GIR rose from USD 11.60 billion to USD 13.83 billion and Net International Reserves increased from USD 9.40 billion to USD 11.71 billion over the same period. Prof Isaac Boadi claims that exchange-rate data and significant external flows reveal a basic inconsistency in the Governor's actions. Such circumstances should naturally replenish reserves and lessen the need to liquidate strategic assets, according to standard central bank reasoning. This implies that even with the headline current-account surplus, the Bank's immediate liquidity needs could not be met by the surplus alone.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
Demand for housing has increased exponentially - Housing minister
General News of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minister of Works and Housing, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, has said that Ghana continues to face a significant housing challenge, estimated at over 1.8 million housing units. The situation has been worsened by affordability constraints, which limit access to decent housing for many low- and middle-income earners. According to the minister, rapid urbanisation is intensifying the problem, with more than half of the country’s population now living in urban areas. Speaking at the Government Accountability Series on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, the Minister of Works and Housing, Kenneth Gilbert Adjei, painted a worrying picture of the country’s housing situation. Why government is taking cautious approach to Accra-Kumasi Expressway – AgbodzaHe noted that housing supply has failed to keep pace with growing demand, resulting in escalating property prices and the rapid proliferation of informal settlements.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
Raheem Sterling leaves Chelsea after three-and-a-half years
Sports News of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comRaheem Sterling has left Chelsea by mutual consent, ending his contract early with 18 months remaining on his £325,000-per-week deal. The 31-year-old departs after three-and-a-half seasons at Stamford Bridge, having joined from Manchester City in 2022 for £47.5m. Chelsea thanked Sterling for his contribution and wished him well for the next stage of his career. Seven PAOK fans die in accident en route to Europa League gameSterling’s Chelsea spell began with promise. Despite recent setbacks, Sterling remains a proven winner with five Premier League titles, an FA Cup, and five League Cups.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
Achraf Hakimi, Ismaël Saibari banned for trying to 'steal' Mendy's towel
Sports News of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comMoroccan duo, Achraf Hakimi, Ismaël Saibari have received punitive sanctions from the Disciplinary Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for misconduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final in Rabat. Ismaël Saibari, pictured alongside ball boys and stewards on Sunday, January 18, 2026, was caught on tape for trying to steal Mendy's towel while the game was going on at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Captain Achraf Hakimi was also caught on tape throwing Mendy's towel away after he was signaled by the stewards and Moroccan fans to take it while the Atlas Lions were preparing to take a corner kick. Midfielder Ismaël Saibari received a three-match suspension and a USD 100,000 fine for unsporting behaviour. About the GameIsmaila Sarr’s goal was disallowed after the referee ruled that there had been a foul on Achraf Hakimi prior to the cross that led to the goal.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
Meaning behind viral ‘Kuriya Kuriya’ chant from IShowSpeed’s visit to shea butter museum
One of the most viral moments from his Ghana visit occurred at the Shea Butter Museum, a private cultural space owned by beauty queen and entrepreneur Hamamat Montia. During the visit, Speed received a traditional shea butter massage from a group of women. As they massaged him, the women repeatedly chanted the phrase “Kuriya Kuriya,” which quickly caught the attention of online viewers, many of whom began asking: what does “Kuriya Kuriya” actually mean? “Kuriya Kuriya” is a Ghanaian slang expression rooted in Dagbani culture, commonly found in Northern Ghana. The call, “kuriya kuriya,” is usually answered with “kuri gen gen,” often followed by names or playful phrases.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
Full Breakdown: CAF slaps Morocco with six sanctions after AFCON final chaos
Sports News of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comHosts of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Morocco, have been penalised by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) over misconduct in the final. CAF bans Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for 5 matches, fines him $100KBoth players have been suspended by CAF, with Saibari getting an additional fine of $100,000. Breakdown of CAF Disciplinary Board DecisionsAchraf Hakimi – Suspended for two official CAF matches (one suspended for one year) for unsporting behaviour. Ismaël Saibari – Suspended for three official CAF matches and fined $100,000. Federation of Royal Moroccan Football (FRMF) –Fined $200,000 for inappropriate behaviour of ball boys.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
Bawumia promises at least 10 national appointments for every constituency
Politics of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Vice President and NPP presidential hopeful, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has promised to give every constituency a stronger voice in national governance should he become president. According to him, a future NPP government under his leadership will introduce what he calls “One Constituency, Ten Appointments,” ensuring that each constituency gets at least 10 national-level appointments. These appointments, he noted, will include positions such as ministers of state, deputy ministers, CEOs and deputy CEOs, ambassadors and deputy ambassadors, as well as board memberships. Dr Bawumia also cautioned that under his leadership, appointees who fail to deliver will be removed. Dr Mahamudu Bawumia is contesting the NPP flagbearer race along with Kennedy Agyapong, Ing Kwabena Agyepong, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, and Dr Bryan Acheampong.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
David Kanor enters Ayawaso East by-election race as independent candidate
Politics of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDavid Kanor has announced his intention to contest the Ayawaso East by-election as an independent candidate, following the demise of the constituency’s Member of Parliament, Naser Toure Mahama. I am trying to get a reset for Nima,” he said. According to him, his intention is driven by a desire to change what he describes as the long-held negative perceptions associated with the Nima community. Baba Jamal explains decision to abandon diplomatic postHe stated that contesting as an independent candidate is also intended to inspire the youth to take up leadership roles. “I want to show the youth that it is possible to lead the community and make a difference.
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January 29, 2026 11:03 UTC
‘This is not the end’ – NDC reacts to court decision on Kpandai case ruling
Speaking after the ruling, Dafeamekpor said the National Democratic Congress (NDC) respects the decision of the court and will guide its candidates on the next steps to take once the full ruling is made available. According to him, the gazette notification is a public document and cannot be dismissed by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) after benefiting from it. “The NPP, when the Tamale court gave a decision in our favour, they call the court a kangaroo court. Today, when they got the court decision in their favour, they are singing the praises of the court,” he said. NPP retains seat as Supreme Court cancels Kpandai rerun order“This is not the end… the ruling of the court will be found… by the 6th of February.
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January 29, 2026 10:06 UTC
CAF bans Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for 5 matches, fines him $100K
Sports News of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe head coach of the Terenga Lions of Senegal, Pape Thiaw has been slapped with heavy sanctions by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) for his conduct in the final of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Rabat. Pape Thiaw has been suspended for 5 matches and fined $100,000 by CAF for unsporting conduct during the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations final at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat on January 18, 2026. The sanctions were part of a sweeping set of disciplinary measures announced by CAF following incidents that marred the AFCON final between Senegal and hosts Morocco. About the GameIsmaila Sarr’s goal was disallowed after the referee ruled that there had been a foul on Achraf Hakimi prior to the cross that led to the goal. Despite the controversy, Díaz missed the penalty, as his Panenka attempt was easily saved by Édouard Mendy, sending the game into extra time.
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January 29, 2026 09:38 UTC
Afenyo-Markin challenges Eric Opoku to account for performance
Politics of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minority in Parliament has criticised the Minister of Agriculture, Eric Opoku, describing his performance as “talk is cheap.”According to them, while in opposition, Opoku portrayed the previous government as ineffective, yet since assuming office, it has been difficult even to recognise his presence as minister. The Minority further challenged the minister to convene a press conference and highlight his achievements since assuming office. “So, for agriculture, let me ask our respected colleague Eric Opoku. I don’t doubt his understanding of the agro sector, but talk is cheap. Today I want to ask my respected colleague, Honourable Eric Opoku, the minister responsible for agriculture, to hold a press conference and tell Ghanaians the real policies that have been introduced to help promote agriculture,” Afenyo-Markin said.
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January 29, 2026 09:21 UTC
GHOne journalist, Israel Laryea’s wife, trade words over Ablakwa criticism
Recently, on January 28, 2026, GHOne TV journalist Lily Mohammed criticised the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, for issuing a Ghanaian passport to the American streamer. During her criticism, which has since sparked widespread debate online, Lily Mohammed questioned the importance of granting a Ghanaian passport to IShowSpeed. According to Louisa Laryea, the journalist should have conducted thorough research, interrogated data, and demonstrated sound reasoning before criticising the minister. Following the post, Lily Mohammed, who appeared displeased with Louisa Laryea’s comments, clapped back. EXPLAINER: Why iShowSpeed's streaming in Ghana is importantResponding to the post, Lily Mohammed stated: “…That you are married to a journalist definitely does not make you one.
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January 29, 2026 09:15 UTC
Dear GhanaWeb: I was robbed after giving stranded people a lift
LifeStyle of Thursday, 29 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDear GhanaWeb,Last week, I was heading home after work. I stopped at one of the bus stops, picked up four people heading my way and we left. As the guy was about to sit in front, I had to take the items and place them somewhere in front. So while alighting from my car when I got home, I tried to locate my phone, but it was gone. Thinking about my documents, I’m not sure they can use them for anything, but what if they figure out a way?
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January 29, 2026 09:01 UTC
Walewale MP slams military press release over assault on civilians
He argued that the press release issued by the GAF on January 28, which focused only on the alleged assault of a journalist, failed to capture the full extent of the brutality. This selective amnesia and crassness of the full account of the unrefined atrocities against civilians in Walewale township is strikingly and stinkingly noticeable,” Dr Abdul-Kabiru said. He stressed that justice must not be limited to the journalist alone but extended to all victims of the assault. Walewale MP condemns alleged military assault on journalist and civilians“The journalist, like the many other people, deserves justice and the Ministry of Defense should behave and act professionally, doing justice to all manner of persons,” he added. Dr Abdul-Kabiru urged the Acting Minister for Defence to ensure accountability and transparency in the investigation, insisting that the military must not be allowed to downplay civilian suffering in its official communications.
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January 29, 2026 08:51 UTC