General News of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: gbcghanaonline.comAttorney General and Minister for Justice, Dr Dominic Akuritinga Ayine has voiced deep frustration over the intensifying disorder in Ghana’s Parliament. Speaking during an interview on Bolgatanga-based A1 Radio, Dr Dominic Ayine painted a grim picture of the Parliament house. Dr Ayine emphasised the need for MPs to embrace respectful engagement as a cornerstone of democracy. He warned that continued unruly behaviour erodes public confidence in Parliament and weakens Ghana’s democratic foundations. We should try to resolve our differences in Parliament through debate and persuasion, rather than through rancorous conduct,” he added.

Entertainment of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe mother of embattled social media personality Ebo Noah has appealed to Ghana’s leaders and the Ghana Police Service to show mercy and pardon her son over his recent legal troubles. “I know Ebo Noah didn’t do the right thing. She admitted that her son’s actions negatively affected the emotions of many people on social media, stressing that he is genuinely sorry. “He played with everyone’s emotions on social media and he’s sorry about that,” she shared. Ebo Noah’s mother further explained that her son is not mentally unstable but is unemployed and may have been influenced by the success of others using social media platforms to make money.

According to him, the immediate priority of government officials and party members should be the effective delivery of governance programmes, rather than premature debates about succession. Ghana Federation of Labour warns NDC against premature campaigns“I am more interested in working to be a good Attorney General and serving the people of this country. Dr Ayine explained that discussions about succession should only arise at the appropriate time, after the party has concluded its internal elections at the branch, constituency, regional and national levels. He further urged party members to concentrate on policies and programmes that improve the welfare of Ghanaians, rather than speculating about who may succeed President Mahama in the future. “We should be more interested in the welfare-enhancing programmes of the government than in who is going to succeed His Excellency,” he emphasised.

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It said that the suspect, who is currently based in Paga in the Upper East Region, was handed over by the Regional Provost of the Bolga Regional Immigration Office. “During interrogation, the suspect disclosed that he was a dispatch rider at the Tema Regional Immigration Head Office. “On 26/12/2025, he asked one Isaac, also an Immigration officer at the main headquarters, Accra, to send the body armour to him. “The Ashanti South Regional Police Command has arrested two suspects for unlawful possession of 2,600 AK-47 ammunition and related accoutrements at the Kantanso–Asankare Police Barrier in the Ashanti Region. It added, “A thorough search conducted on the bus revealed two containers concealed in the vehicle, which contained a total of two thousand six hundred (2,600) AK-47 ammunition.

General News of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: bbc.comArmed men have violently stormed a village in Nigeria’s Niger state, killing at least 30 people and looting shops, state authorities have said. Abdullahi Rofia, an official with the Niger State Emergency Management Agency, confirmed the journalist’s report that villagers were rounded up and killed. A witness to the attack told BBC Hausa that there were no security forces in the village. What can we do as ordinary people?”The attack happened just a day after authorities in Niger state announced the phased reopening of schools, after a mass kidnapping forced them to close as part of emergency security measures. In November, more than 250 students and staff from St Mary’s Catholic school in Papiri, Niger state, were abducted.

General News of Monday, 5 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament for Bosomtwe, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has described Ghana’s youth as the country’s most valuable asset, arguing that sustainable national development depends more on people than on natural resources. In a Facebook post on Sunday, January 4, 2026, Dr Adutwum said Ghana’s progress must be driven by disciplined, skilled and hopeful young people, rather than an overreliance on commodities such as gold and oil. “Ghana’s greatest resource is not gold or oil; it is you,” he stated. Yaw Osei Adutwum urges graduates to stay optimistic amid negative political narrativesHe stressed that empowering the youth has a direct impact on national progress, noting that a country rises or falls depending on the quality of its human capital. Dr Adutwum also encouraged young Ghanaians not to allow their backgrounds to define or limit their future, urging them to remain focused and prepared for opportunities ahead.

General News of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThere were emotional scenes from the home of the late Member of Parliament (MP) for Ayawaso East, the late Mohamed Naser Toure Mahama, when his mortal remains arrived from the hospital. A number of MPs eulogised Naser Toure Mahama, who they described as a man of substance and a great leader. Most of the MPs narrated how the experienced Ayawaso East legislator helped them settle in the House. Naser Toure Mahama was reported dead on the afternoon of Sunday, January 4, 2026. MP for Ayawaso East Naser Toure is dead - ReportsNaser Toure Mahama, born on March 17, 1965, in Nima, Accra, was a seasoned politician who represented the Ayawaso East Constituency in the Greater Accra Region on the ticket of the NDC.

Regional News of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThere was a devastating fire outbreak at the Kasoa New Market on the night of Sunday, January 4, 2026. The fire outbreak affected several shops in the market, with some of them completely destroyed. Viral videos from the outbreak showed thick clouds of smoke emanating from some of the shops, which were still on fire. Some of the shops had been completely burnt, with their roofs, entrances, and contents all gone. Watch scenes from the aftermath of the Circle phone shop fire outbreakWatch the video below:JUST IN: A devastating fire has broken out at Kasoa New Market, tearing through several shops.

File photo of players of Senegal celebratingA double from midfielder Pape Gueye saw Senegal come from behind to ease past Sudan 3-1 on Saturday and become the first side to book a place in the Africa Cup of Nations quarter-finals. Senegal, the 2021 Cup of Nations winners, are the second-ranked team in Africa and, despite conceding early, showed their quality and strength to win in comfortable fashion. Ismailia Sarr was brought down in the area five minutes later, but the penalty award was overturned when VAR showed Sarr was offside in the build-up. "We needed to dig deep to come from a goal down to be able to win the match," said Senegal coach Pape Bouna Thiaw. "I give credit to my players for the way they focused on the game and recovered to win the match.

General News of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comVice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has called on Ghanaian students to approach leadership and academic excellence as deliberate disciplines anchored on strong values, integrity, and service to society. Speaking on the theme ‘Achieving Leadership and Academic Excellence,’ Prof Opoku-Agyemang emphasised that excellence does not occur by chance but through conscious efforts and moral grounding. Instill discipline in your wards - Veep ‘chides’ parents over growing vices in schools“Leadership and academic excellence are not accidental outcomes, but the result of intentional cultivation rooted in strong values,” she said. Otumfuo Twafuohene calls for stronger education, discipline in schoolsTouching on leadership, Prof Opoku-Agyemang reminded student leaders of their responsibilities to society, stressing that leadership must always prioritise the collective good. Prof Opoku-Agyemang encouraged the youth to embrace entrepreneurship and innovation, noting that Ghana’s development would depend not only on academic credentials but also on creativity, initiative, and a commitment to national service.

Entertainment of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comRenowned media personality, Nana Aba Anamoah, has criticised religious figures who use prophecies involving celebrities to gain public attention. She questioned the authenticity of such prophecies, insisting that God does not reveal divine messages to individuals who exploit the pulpit for personal gain. - Nana Aba reacts to Buffer Stock Company scandal“Any ‘Prophet’ who feeds on doom, fear, and public figures is not speaking for God," she shared. Nana Aba further expressed concern about the mental and emotional state of such individuals, urging them to seek help. — nana aba (@thenanaaba) January 3, 2026FG/AE

Recently, Doreen Avio, in an interview with Stacy Amoateng, that was shared on social media, recounted that Mzbel caused her emotional distress by verbally abusing her. According to Doreen Avio, Mzbel nearly cost her her job after falsely accusing her of airing a confidential interview without her knowledge. Following the interview, Mzbel, in a Facebook post sighted by GhanaWeb on January 4, 2025, refuted the claims made by the journalist. You called requesting an interview, and I clearly explained why I could not grant any media interview. Mzbel further accused Doreen Avio of recycling old rumours about her in an attempt to discredit her.

Entertainment of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPopular Ghanaian Kumawood actor Adu Kofi, also known as Agya Koo, has laid bare the reason he didn't continue the sequel to the historical movie "Okomfo Anokye." Speaking on Angel FM, the seasoned actor explained that he made the decision after a director requested that he shoot a scene with his nakedness. According to Agya Koo, the scene required the character to shower in a stream while some maidens peeked at him, which the director requested that he shoot with his nakedness. There is still much work to be done for our creative sector - Agya Koo tells President MahamaAgya Koo further said that his disagreement birthed a misunderstanding between him, the director, and some producers who were working on the piece. He continued that for peace to reign, he suggested that they go enquire from elders at Manhyia Palace and seek direction; however, the producers refused.