In a video that went viral on January 12, 2026, Otumfuo’s Nkosuohene, Nana Osei Kwame Kyeretwie, stated that Akosua Serwaa Fosu is the only surviving spouse of the late Highlife icon. According to the Asanteman Nkosuohene, he can confidently say that Akosua Serwaa Fosu is the only woman the late Daddy Lumba publicly introduced as his wife. “Anytime I pray, I pray for Maame Akosua Serwaa. Akosua Serwaa Fosu is the only person I know,” he said. Therefore, you should take what I have said and support Akosua Serwaa.

General News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian national Frederick Kumi, popularly known as Abu Trica, has made another appearance before the Gbese District Court in Accra in connection with ongoing extradition proceedings. Court orders hospitalisation of 'sick' Abu Trica at state's expenseIn the footage, security personnel were heard ordering the crowd to step back to allow for easier access into the building, shouting, “Go back.”Two other accused persons were also presented in court alongside Abu Trica. Abu Trica and his alleged accomplices first appeared in court on December 23, 2025. According to a post by GhOne TV, the order was issued when Abu Trica appeared before the court as part of the ongoing extradition-related proceedings. Watch the moment Abu Trica appeared in court under heavy securityThe indictment further alleges that Abu Trica helped distribute funds transferred from Ohio to conspirators in Ghana and other locations.

For young professionals entering the job market, many seek roles that align with their qualifications and, preferably, their skills. A practical guide to strategic planning for SMEs in 2026Here are some projected fields expected to provide the strongest employment prospects for early-career professionals:1. Banking and Finance SectorThis sector is expected to maintain steady salary growth in 2026, especially for young professionals with accounting or finance qualifications. Digital Marketing and SalesDigital marketing skills, including social media management, content strategy, and search engine optimisation (SEO), are increasingly influencing pay levels for young professionals in this sector. Healthcare and Allied ServicesThis sector remains a stable employment option for qualified professionals.

Sports News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian referee, Daniel Nii Ayi Laryea has been officially appointed to officiate the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations semifinal between hosts Morocco and Nigeria. Meet the two coaches who were fired after AFCON exitHe will be assisted on the field by Zakhele Thusi Granville Siwela (South Africa), Souru Phatsoane (Lesotho), and Arsenio Chadreque Maringule (Mozambique) as the fourth official. The VAR team will be led by Abongile Tom (South Africa), with Haythem Guirat (Tunisia) and Stephen Onyango Yiembe (Kenya) serving as assistant VAR officials. Lidya Tafesse Abebe (Ethiopia) has been appointed as referee assessor for the match. Laryea has built a strong reputation for his composure, consistency, and ability to manage high-pressure games.

Business News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Tema Development Company Ghana (TDC) and the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ARISE Integrated Industrial Platforms to develop an integrated industrial park in Tema, Ghana. The industrial park will focus on manufacturing, downstream aluminium production, logistics, and export services. A section of the park will be dedicated exclusively to downstream aluminium industries, supporting the development of an integrated aluminium sector. ARISE has successfully partnered with countries such as Togo, Benin, and Rwanda to develop industrial zones, bringing valuable experience to this collaboration. The successful development of the industrial park will accelerate Ghana's transformative agenda and help reduce unemployment.

General News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Supreme Court of Ghana has set Wednesday, January 28, 2026, to deliver its ruling on the application challenging the High Court’s annulment of the 2024 Kpandai parliamentary election. The application was filed by the current Member of Parliament for Kpandia, Matthew Nyindam and sought to overturn a ruling of the High Court in Tamale that annulled the 2024 parliamentary election results and ordered a rerun of the election. “The Parliamentary Election Petition filed by the first interested party on 25th January 2025… was invalid and could not have properly invoked the jurisdiction of the High Court, Commercial Division, Tamale,” the report noted. Kpandai MP speaks on High Court's election rerun decisionThe High Court ruling, delivered on November 24, 2025, nullified the entire Kpandai parliamentary election and directed that a rerun be conducted within 30 days. The Supreme Court previously ordered the Electoral Commission (EC) to suspend all proceedings and activities related to the Kpandai parliamentary rerun, pending the final determination of a case before the court.

Since the announcement of Ken Ofori-Atta’s arrest on January 7, 2026, the development has stirred widespread debates among Ghanaians. This GhanaWeb listicle highlights some of the prominent personalities who have reacted or spoken publicly about the former finance minister’s arrest. Okatakyie Afrifa-MensahMedia personality Okatakyie Afrifa-Mensah has also lambasted Ken Ofori-Atta, following his reported detention by the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). According to him, Ken Ofori-Atta is ruining the image of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). According to Smith, in a JoyNews interview on January 12, 2026, ICE subjected Ofori-Atta to medical assessment before making a decision on his detention status.

Business News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGold prices hit a new record high of $4,600 on Tuesday, January 13, 2025. In trading, gold rose 2.4%, and US gold futures went up by 2.8% for the period. Gold price hits new record high of $4,400, up 68% in 2025Other precious and industrial metals also recorded strong gains, with silver reaching a record high, while platinum and copper hovered near their respective peaks. Gold rose over 4% in the first week of January, mainly because investors were seeking safe options after tensions between the US and Venezuela. The top consumers of gold jewellery are India, China, Turkey, the US, Saudi Arabia, Russia, and the UAE.

Sports News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe International Boxing Federation (IBF) has officially recognised Ghanaian boxer John Laryea, also known as “The Expensive Boxer,” as the Continental Africa Featherweight Champion. “The IBF is honored to officially recognise you [John Laryea] as the IBF Continental Africa Featherweight Champion. Your win over Holy Dorgbetor on December 20, 2025, in Accra, Ghana proves to the world you are a true champion. "We commend you for acquiring this great accolade and know you will represent the IBF with great honor, distinction, and integrity. When the time comes, we will contact you regarding future mandatory defenses,” the statement, signed by Vice Championships Chairman of the International Boxing Federation, Carlos Ortiz Jr, read.

Sports News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comTwo national team coaches lost their jobs following poor performances and eliminations from the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), currently ongoing in Morocco. AFCON 2025: Nigeria and Algeria set for high-stakes quarterfinal clashSami Trabelsi (Tunisia)Coach Sami Trabelsi was shown the exit door a day after his team was knocked out by Mali in the Round of 16 of the 2025 AFCON. The 57-year-old had taken charge of the Carthage Eagles in February 2025 for a second time, having previously resigned in 2013 after Tunisia were knocked out in the AFCON group stage. The team lost 1–0 to Cameroon, suffered a 3–2 defeat to Mozambique, and finally fell 3–2 to Côte d’Ivoire despite taking a 2-0 lead, marking one of their worst outings ever. In response to the poor performance, the government announced the dissolution of the entire technical staff and suspended the national team until further notice.

Business News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) has warned against any attempt to shift losses from the Gold-for-Reserves Programme onto the Bank of Ghana or Ghanaian taxpayers. Reacting to the Bank of Ghana Governor’s admission that the central bank is seeking reimbursement from the Ministry of Finance, CDM said the development shows that the programme was politically designed without proper safeguards. CDM described the situation as particularly troubling because the Bank of Ghana is expected to be insulated from political experimentation. It argued that asking the Ministry of Finance to absorb the losses amounts to transferring the cost of failure to the public. “Those who politically designed and championed this programme must answer for its consequences,” CDM stated, insisting that responsibility should not be shifted after the fact.

General News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comBelow are some of today's major news headlines:DAILY GUIDEMan kills girlfriend for denying him sexGoldBod delivers gains despite costs - ReportWontumi 'illegal mining' trial beginsDAILY GRAPHICStabilising the economy: Governor pushes for 'Gold for Reserve' reformVAT reforms ease burden on small businessesPolice screening exercise takes off smoothly in AccraTHE CHRONCILEGov't lost GH¢7BN from 2022 to 2024... Through Gold for reserves and domestic Gold purchase programmes - BOGGhana's economic stability could be short-lived without tough reformsQNET Again: Police rescue 47 victimsTHE GHANAIN TIMESGold for oil programme faces GH¢ 2.2bn auditNo protocol admissions in ongoing police recruitment - Interior MinisterShun pessimism, focus on progress - Rev. Wengam urges Ghanaians

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Business News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Centre for Democratic Movement (CDM) is calling for an independent forensic audit of the Gold-for-Reserves Programme following the Bank of Ghana’s disclosure that it can no longer absorb the losses associated with the initiative. “Allegations of losses running into hundreds of millions of dollars remain unreconciled,” CDM noted, stressing that the lack of clarity has fuelled public suspicion and parliamentary concern. It also accused authorities of persistently evading parliamentary and public scrutiny despite repeated requests for documentation. CDM is demanding “an independent, internationally credible forensic audit” covering physical gold volumes, pricing, foreign exchange flows, and net outcomes. It further called for the immediate public release of all contracts, memoranda of understanding, and valuation reports linked to the programme.

General News of Tuesday, 13 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament continues its sitting to scrutinise the audited accounts of the government and its agencies on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. The committee is hearing the report of the Auditor-General on the management of petroleum funds for the period January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024. PAC is mandated to examine the audited accounts of the government and its agencies, and to ensure accountability and transparency in the public sector. The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment, led by the sector's minister, George Opare-Addo (Pablo) and other ministries are expected to appear before the committee. Watch a live stream of the hearing below:You can also watch more videos from Naser Toure's funeral below: