Mobile money operator shot dead at residence in Garu
A mobile money operator has been shot dead at his residence in Garu in the Upper East Region, sparking fear...
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Ghana Navy, Armed Forces rescue 71 fishermen after armed sea robbery off Central Coast
The Ghana Navy, with support from the Ghana Armed Forces, has successfully rescued 71 fishermen following an armed sea robbery...
Seven arrested over fake electronic traffic violation scam
The Ghana Police Service has arrested seven individuals in connection with a fraudulent electronic traffic violation scheme targeting unsuspecting members...
KMA bans sale of explosives in Kumasi City Market
The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has announced an immediate ban on the sale of explosive and highly inflammable materials within...
Over GHS 1.4 million worth of suspected cannabis found in impounded truck in Oti Region
The Ghana Police Service in the Oti Region has uncovered a large consignment of suspected cannabis concealed in an impounded...
Ahafo Regional Police arrest three over illegal firearms, alleged robbery plot
Goaso, February 24, 2026 -The Ghana Police Service in the Ahafo Region has arrested three suspects in connection with the...
Ghana Police Service disowns fake electronic traffic violation notice
The Ghana Police Service has issued a public notice warning citizens about a fraudulent electronic traffic violation message currently circulating...
Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly reschedules National Sanitation Day to February 28
Kumasi, 24 February 2026 -The Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has announced a change in the date for the upcoming National...
Kotoka International Airport officially renamed Accra International Airport
Accra, 24 February 2026 -The Government of Ghana has officially renamed Kotoka International Airport to Accra International Airport, marking a...
Police intercept trucks carrying suspected narcotics in Western Region
Western Region, 24 February 2026 ,The Ghana Police Service has intercepted two trucks carrying 152 bales of dried leaves suspected...
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