Entertainment of Tuesday, 30 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian musician Quamina MP has disclosed that his future musical projects will focus more on God, beginning with an album he plans to work on in 2026. According to Quamina MP, reflecting on his humble beginnings and current success makes it clear that divine intervention has played a major role in his journey. He further explained that life comes in stages and maturity has helped him better understand the role of God in his life. The more you grow, the more you understand what God can do for you,” he shared. The musician also disclosed that his previous album, released in 2024, was inspired by love, as he was deeply involved in a romantic relationship at the time.

General News of Tuesday, 30 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe vetting of ministerial nominees by Parliament’s Appointments Committee on January 30, 2025, descended into chaos, marking one of the most turbulent parliamentary sessions in Ghana in 2025. The disruptions occurred during the vetting of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh. Vetting Chaos: 'Everything that happened was caused by the Minority Leader' - Oti BlessPolice were subsequently called in to restore order within the precincts of Parliament. "Before the incident occurred, Dr Afriyie approached the Minority Leader for Akandoh to be vetted, but the Minority ignored him. The Minority Chief Whip also wanted Akandoh to be vetted, but the Minority Leader rejected their request and stated that whatever would happen should happen.

Business News of Tuesday, 30 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana cedi has recorded a notable appreciation against major trading currencies, strengthening significantly on the interbank market as the year draws to a close. Data from the Bank of Ghana indicate that the cedi was trading at GH¢10.65 to the US dollar as of Tuesday, December 30, 2025, with just two days remaining in the year, marking one of its strongest performances in recent weeks. This follows a sharp gain from GH¢11.10 to the dollar on Monday, December 29, 2025, reflecting increased stability and renewed confidence in the local currency toward the end of the year. The stronger cedi also provides some relief on fuel prices, as imported petroleum products are priced in dollars. Overall, the cedi’s significant gains during the festive period are expected to support consumer purchasing power and offer much-needed relief to households and businesses as 2025 comes to an end.

He further asserted that the president's return to power signifies a 'second coming of Jesus Christ' to revitalize Ghana's economy. He claimed the dollar rate, which stood at GHC 16 during the previous NPP regime, has now fallen to GH¢11. This economic improvement, Dr Owusu argued, has directly led to a reduction in the prices of essential commodities. Dr Atta Owusu further touted the government's initiatives, including a flagship program and the activation of the 24- Hour Market, as key drivers of employment and business growth. Conversely, Dr Atta Owusu lauded the NDC government for significant reductions in import duties at the Tema Harbour.

However, in 2025, there was, yet another devastating day of disaster; one that is still fresh on the minds of many people. GhanaWeb, in retracing some of the big news stories of 2025, determines this day as the worst day of the presidency of John Dramani Mahama. That day, August 6, 2025, became a Black Wednesday that violently snuffed out the lives of 8 illustrious Ghanaians – politicians and soldiers of the Ghana Armed Forces. On the day, a Ghana Air Force Harbin Z-9 military helicopter crashed in the Adansi Akrofuom District of the Ashanti Region, killing all eight people on board. During the state funeral for the 8 perished Ghanaians on August 15, 2025, President John Dramani Mahama described the loss from the helicopter crash as a "national tragedy."

Business News of Tuesday, 30 December 2025Source: GNAThe International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported that reduced direct government payments to power producers have offset gains from improved revenue collection at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). In its latest review report, the Fund said the central government’s reduction in financial interventions had overshadowed a “remarkable surge” in the utility’s operational performance. The increase was attributed to the reduction in direct government payments, which created a funding gap that improved ECG performance could not fill. It reported that while debts to fuel suppliers declined by US$124 million, they remained high at US$830 million. The government has allocated GH¢15 billion in the 2026 Budget to cover projected energy sector shortfalls in addition to legacy debt payments.

The Taifa Stars enter this contest off the back of a 1-1 draw against neighbours Uganda, while their opponents will be looking to recover from a 3-2 loss to Nigeria. Now, the Taifa Stars are back in the running for automatic qualification in the group, having earned a 1-1 draw against the Cranes, leaving them third in the group with a point after two matches. Tunisia have enjoyed a much better run of form, with the 3-2 loss to Nigeria in their last outing only the second defeat in 11 fixtures (W6, D3) across all competitions. Nevertheless, advancement to the next round is straightforward for Sami Trabeli’s team, with a win required to book their place in the round of 16. Tanzania possible starting lineup:Foba; Hussein, Hamad, Nwamnyeto, Mnoga; Msuva, Msanga, Salum, Miroshi, Allarakhia; JohnTunisia possible starting lineup:Dahmen; Valery, Bronn, Talbi, Abdi; Sassi, Mejbri, Skhiri; Achouri, Mastouri, Tounekti

General News of Tuesday, 30 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comControversial Ghanaian prophet, Samuel Henry, popularly known as Prophet Roja, has shared a prophecy which he claims will occur in Ghana in the year 2026. According to Prophet Roja, the vision involved a kingdom where a vacancy would emerge for a chief to occupy the throne, resulting in intense chaos and disputes before a leader is eventually installed. “In a certain kingdom, there will be a vacancy for a chief to sit on the throne. There will be a lot of chaos but despite all the confusion, someone will be installed as chief,” he said. 'Dr Bawumia will win NPP presidential primary' - Prophet Roja“However, the chief will not be able to complete his tenure.

Business News of Tuesday, 30 December 2025Source: GNAA former Sales Manager, Ending Wang, has appeared before an Accra Circuit Court for allegedly stealing GH¢343,000 belonging to his employer. He said Ending, a Chinese national and former Sales Manager of the company, resided at Spintex. In July 2025, the Finance Department discovered Wilago Enterprise had defaulted on several payments. Investigations showed Ending instructed Wilago Enterprise to make the payments into his Ecobank and mobile money accounts, contrary to the agreement. Further investigations uncovered a forged sales agreement between KMTL and Wilago Enterprise for a four‑axle flatbed truck in Ending’s possession.

Speaking at the colorful event, Nana Amihere Blay II, stated that one of his priorities was to empowering school children in the community through ICT. She assured the community that she would appeal to the board members of the company to renovate the AB Bokazo basic school and support the community to build the ICT centre for the students. The Member of Parliament (MP) for Ellembelle Constituency, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, commended the Chief and his people for such a laudable vision to get ICT centre and library for schoolchildren in the area. Armah-Kofi Buah who is also the Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, further promised to support the school with computers when the ICT centre is completed. A fundraiser was held in aid of the ICT centre and the library.

Sports News of Monday, 29 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comNew footage has surfaced showing the tragic moment after Anthony Joshua was involved in a fatal road accident in Nigeria, with the former world heavyweight champion seen being helped out of his damaged vehicle. The crash occurred on a busy highway in Makun, Ogun State, on Monday, December 29, 2025. Anthony Joshua injured in tragic road accidentIn the video circulating on social media, Joshua is seen shirtless as bystanders and members of his entourage assist him out of the car. Joshua was travelling in a convoy at the time of the crash, with his security detail following in a separate vehicle. Watch the video below:🚨DEVELOPING STORYAnthony Joshua reportedly involved in a car crash in Ogun State.

Business News of Monday, 29 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minority in Parliament is calling for a bipartisan parliamentary inquiry into what they describe as a critical financial loss to the state by the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, amounting to $214 million under the Bank of Ghana’s Gold-for-Reserves programme. According to the Minority, the inquiry should be conducted on a bipartisan basis to establish the circumstances under which the losses occurred and to recommend safeguards to prevent a recurrence. All they have been doing is rebranding, renaming old things and sometimes even hiding the details until we, the Minority, bring them to the public’s attention,” he said. The Minority is also pushing for the establishment of a parliamentary ad-hoc investigative committee, demanding that the Bank of Ghana and the Gold Board make public the full details of the arrangement underpinning the transaction. The Minority added that they expect the Governor of the Central Bank and the CEO of the Ghana Gold Board to appear before the proposed committee to answer questions.

Breaking his long-held silence in an audio shared by Fadda Dickson on December 29, 2025, Despite described the allegations as surprising and unfounded. Daddy Lumba's Funeral: Abusuapanin justifies GH¢30,000 withdrawal from bank accountHe stressed that his involvement with the family has been purely supportive and respectful since the musician’s death. When his death happened, I went to commiserate with the family and gave them GH¢100,000 to support the family. According to him, Serwaa even visited him with her children after paying a visit to Daddy Lumba’s house. Few days before the one-week observation, I was planning a trip to Holland for a funeral, which also clashed with the date for Charles’ funeral,” he said.

Minority Leader vows to resist democratic declineHe argued that such cosmetic changes, without technical competence or strategic vision, risk economic mismanagement and public distrust. “Fellow Ghanaians, let us be brutally honest; this government has shown, in its very first full year, that it came with no ideas and has governed with no new ideas. "Ghanaians have found out that the promise to reset Ghana was nothing more than rebranding projects and initiatives that were already in place by the NPP government. But rebranding without the requisite competence can be disastrous," he noted. Oppong Nkrumah urged Ghanaians to recognise that governance is more than packaging and cosmetic changes.

Sports News of Monday, 29 December 2025Source: www.ghanaweb.comTwo of Anthony Joshua’s close companions, his coach and a friend, have been confirmed dead following a tragic car accident in Ogun State, Nigeria, on Monday, December 29, 2025. The fatal crash occurred on a busy highway in Makun, just hours after the trio reportedly spent time playing tennis together. Kayode Akinmade, Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to the Ogun State Governor, confirmed the deaths in a statement. Eyewitnesses described Joshua as shaken but conscious as he was helped out of the wreckage by his security team. Watch the moment Anthony Joshua was pulled out of his car after an accidentFootage circulating online shows the two men arriving in Nigeria earlier in the day alongside Joshua, reportedly part of his regular entourage.