General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: classfmonline.comA journalist with Class Media Group, Samuel Addo, who reports from the Central Region, has allegedly been assaulted by officers of the Ghana National Fire Service while on duty at the Kasoa New Market. The incident reportedly occurred when Mr Addo was filming a confrontation between fire service personnel and traders at the market. Eyewitnesses say tensions escalated during an operation involving the firefighters, attracting the attention of traders and members of the public. According to sources at the scene, Mr Addo was covering the incident in his professional capacity when he was allegedly attacked by some officers, despite identifying himself as a journalist. The incident has also reignited discussions about the safety of journalists, particularly when covering confrontational or volatile public situations.

Business News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Bank of Ghana (BoG) is said to have closed 2025 with international reserves at a record US$13.8 billion, making it one of the strongest reserve accumulation efforts in the country’s history. The early repayment was reportedly enabled by stronger-than-expected government revenue performance in the final quarter of 2025 and reduced reserves to US$13.8 billion at end-December. Despite the Eurobond payments, the central bank added roughly US$5 billion to its reserve stock in 2025. Data from the Bank of Ghana show that international reserves rose to US$11.4 billion by the end of October 2025, up sharply from US$7.4 billion in October 2024. In December, average daily interbank market trading stood at US$19.7 million, pushing total monthly trading volume to approximately US$394 million.

General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDeputy Minister for Education, Dr Clement Apaak, has said that his oufit does not support the fee hikes and has directed that all charges remain at last academic year’s approved levels. “We do not agree with the 25% fee increment, whether by the SRC or GRASAG,” he stated, adding that fee decisions must not impose undue hardship on students. Dr Apaak further directed that any fees already paid under the new structure should be reversed immediately. His comments come against the backdrop of a strong regulatory directive from GTEC ordering the University of Ghana to reverse recent fee increases imposed without the required statutory approvals. “Informed by this, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission, by this letter, requests the University of Ghana to do the following,” the letter stated, before outlining corrective measures.

Politics of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAspiring National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), John Boadu, has embarked on series of courtesy calls on key party stalwarts as part of efforts to promote peace, unity, and internal cohesion. Popularly known as Adwenkesie, John Boadu, has so far called on four out of the five presidential aspirants including, former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, Yaw Osei Adutwum, Kennedy Agyapong and Kwabena Agyapong. Speaking during the engagements, John Boadu emphasised the need for reconciliation and collective responsibility, noting that the strength of the NPP has always rested on unity, mutual respect, and adherence to the party’s core values. The party stalwarts who received John Boadu welcomed the initiative and commended him for prioritising unity and consultation. The courtesy calls are expected to continue across the country, reinforcing John Boadu’s message of inclusiveness, dialogue, and unity as the NPP charts a path toward renewal to recapture power.

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Business News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comJanuary 6, 2026, saw the reduction in prices of fuel prices across major fuel stations in the country. At GOIL, petrol is selling for GH¢10.99, with diesel selling for GH¢11.96. At StarOil, petrol is selling for GH¢10.56, with diesel selling for GH¢11.56. Year in Review: Here is the number of times fuel prices were increased in 20222022: The Year of Runaway Fuel PricesIn 2022, fuel prices began at GH¢6.00 and gradually climbed to GH¢7.42 and GH¢7.99 in February. In November, fuel prices reached an all-time high, with petrol selling at GH¢16.82 and diesel at GH¢20.50.

Entertainment of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA Ghanaian man living in the diaspora, Nii Awuley Addico, has taken to social media to lament on the high cost of products and services in Ghana during the Detty December festivities. Why you go pay VAT, NHIL, COVID-Levy, tourism levy, and still pay a service charge?” he questioned, calling it a daylight robbery. He further added that these institutions are slowly jeopardising the experience of the Ghanaian Detty December due to over-pricing and unnecessary bill additions. The videos have since sparked conversations on the internet, with some local inhabitants laying their woes on the general high cost of living in the country. Detty December has gradually become a major part of Christmas in Ghana, attracting thousands of people across the world to come experience Ghana.

General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Minister of Energy and running mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the 2024 general elections, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has expressed strong optimism about the year 2026, stressing that its success will depend on collective commitment, discipline, and purposeful leadership. According to him, leadership is not merely a position of authority but a duty that demands higher standards, renewed urgency, and sincere service to the Ghanaian people. He called on those entrusted with leadership roles to rise to the occasion by working with greater purpose and integrity. Touching on internal party matters, NAPO extended goodwill to the New Patriotic Party as it prepares to elect a presidential flagbearer on January 31. He described the exercise as a defining moment for the party and emphasized the need for unity and focus.

The lethal forward scored a brace, with Ademola Lookman providing an assist to boost his goal tally in the competition. However, tensions flared in the 63rd minute when Osimhen angrily confronted the Atalanta winger, throwing his hands around and appearing to warn him about something that was not made public. The Super Eagles’ pressure paid off in the 20th minute when Ademola Lookman curled home from Akor Adams’ cutback to break the deadlock. Five minutes later, Osimhen doubled the advantage, finishing after Alex Iwobi’s incisive play through midfield released Lookman, whose ball across took a deflection off Adams. Adams capped a fine individual display by firing in Nigeria’s fourth in the 75th minute after more good work from Lookman.

General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comControversial Ghanaian prophet, Jedidiah Henry Kore, popularly known as Fire Oja, has been arrested by the Ghana Police over some defamatory comments made against musician Mzbel. The complaint followed a viral social media video in which Fire Oja was heard making allegations about Mzbel’s health. In the viral video, Fire Oja claimed that Mzbel was seriously ill and had been admitted to a hospital at Kasoa. 'Your career will crash without prayer' – Prophet Fire Oja cautions King PalutaFire Oja also dared the musician to publicly deny his claims if he was telling lies. According to Mzbel via an Instagram post, Prophet Fire Oja has pleaded guilty to all charges levelled against him and has apologised to her.

Crime & Punishment of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: kasapafmonline.comA landlady in Agona Nyakrom in Ghana’s Central Region has died following an alleged assault linked to a dispute over sanitation, police say. The woman, identified as Madam Charlotte, reportedly became involved in an argument with a tenant after the tenant defecated into a polythene bag and left it in front of the landlady’s room. Residents in the area are said to rely on public toilet facilities, as there are no toilets within the houses. On his arrival, Paa Kwesi is alleged to have assaulted Madam Charlotte, reportedly using a belt. The matter has since been reported to the Agona Nyakrom Police Command, which has opened an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.

General News of Tuesday, 6 January 2026Source: kasapafmonline.comNyame Somafo Yaw, founder of Asomdwee Ntonton Som, claims spiritual forces are preventing the Komenda Sugar Factory from operating after over eight years of inactivity. He urged the government, chiefs, and authorities to allow his prayers for revival, positioning himself as the sole solution during the Asomdwee Ntonton Som convention, in an interview with GHOne News’ Yaw Boagyan. Established in 1964, the Komenda Sugar Factory has endured repeated shutdowns due to operational setbacks and raw material shortages. Revived briefly under past governments, it remains idle despite promises, with an Interim Management Committee assessing viability since August 2025. Nyame Somafo Yaw asserts that evil powers are blocking the factory, citing a rejected attempt to exorcise them with local chiefs, who deemed it risky.

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The court further granted a perpetual injunction restraining the defendants from repeating the defamatory statements. The case arose from an interview broadcast in April 2022 on Angel FM, during which Jonathan Pobee made allegations against Sir Sam Jonah regarding Sir Sam Jonah's tenure as Chairman of Ashanti Gold Football Club. During the programme, employees of Angel FM repeated the allegations, which were broadcast to a wide audience. GhanaWeb subsequently carried an article headlined “Sir Sam Jonah hit with match-fixing allegations,” with a link to the video on the third defendant’s YouTube channel. Sir Sam was represented in court by Pappa Kweku Ankomah and Rodney Assan.

General News of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: Ghana Police ServiceThe Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Christian Tetteh Yohuno, on January 5, 2026, has promoted thirty (30) officers to their next ranks. The promotions acknowledge the officers’ professionalism, vigilance, and commitment to duty. Officers promoted in connection with the Kantanso Asankare operation include C/Inspr Tibim Acheampong Solomon, Inspr Sarfo Adu Daniel, No. 621467 G/Const Sremsei Simon, No. The IGP and members of the Police Management Board (POMAB) commended the officers for their courage and alertness, noting that their actions prevented dangerous weapons from falling into criminal hands.