Politics of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Minister of Energy Boakye Kyeremateng Agyarko has condemned the growing trend of money influencing decisions in politics and church leadership, calling it a shameful practice that must stop. Speaking to the media after casting his ballot in the New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries on Saturday, January 31, 2026, he stated, “In our politics, we’ve monetized decisions. Once money starts changing hands from the bottom, it climbs all the way up and feeds back,” he explained. Once that is lost, the party is lost. Once that is lost, your nation is also lost.

Speaking on Gee O’clock, MzGee referenced the viral scenes from the streamer’s stop at the Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Park, describing the moment as chaotic and poorly managed. She, however, singled out Hamamat Montia for praise following her appearance during IShowSpeed’s tour, applauding the calm, well-curated experience she offered. “There’s nothing you do for Ghana; Ghana man will appreciate you for maybe… I could be wrong,” she said. She concluded by noting that her remarks were simply personal observations and reflections on IShowSpeed’s visit and the accompanying jollof rice brouhaha, which also sparked widespread online conversation. “These are simply tales and thoughts of mine on IShowSpeed’s visit to Ghana and the jollof brouhaha,” she added.

General News of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Presidents of Ghana, John Agyekum Kufuor and Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo did not partake in the 2026 New Patriotic Party (NPP) Presidential Primaries, which took place on January 31, 2026. The two prominent personalities were expected to cast their ballots at the NPP National Headquarters in Accra, but neither was seen at the center. The party has yet to comment on the absence of former presidents Kufuor and Akufo-Addo or the circumstances that contributed to it. Meanwhile, sorting and counting of ballot papers has officially begun for the 2026 New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential primaries. SB/JEDelegates in Dome-Kwabenya share reasons behind their NPP primary choices

Business News of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minister for Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has announced that plans are far advanced to transfer the Volta Aluminium Company (VALCO) back to the Ministry by the end of 2026. The move is expected to strengthen collaboration between VALCO and the Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC), with the aim of unlocking the full potential of Ghana’s aluminium industry as a key driver of national transformation. The sector minister made the disclosure while addressing a retreat for agencies under the Ministry in Ellembelle in the Western Region. GIADEC secures strategic investors for VALCO modernisation and alumina refinery projectArmah-Kofi Buah explained that placing VALCO under the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources will ensure better policy alignment, as the company works directly with GIADEC on the country’s integrated aluminium development agenda. “VALCO somehow when we started the year was under the Ministry of Energy, but it is being brought back to where it belongs, the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources.

Sports News of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comTottenham Hotspur head coach, Thomas Frank has publicly confirmed that Spurs tried to sign Antoine Semenyo before the Ghanaian's transfer to Manchester City. Speaking ahead of Tottenham’s Premier League clash with Manchester City, Frank went against his usual practice of avoiding comments on players at other clubs by acknowledging that Spurs “did everything” to bring Semenyo to north London. “There’s no doubt it was clear that the club wanted to sign Antoine Semenyo. I think that’s a clear signal that the Lewis family is very committed,” he said. Thomas Partey plays through pain amid criticismsSemenyo eventually opted to join Manchester City in a deal worth around £62.5–£64 million, becoming one of the most significant African transfers of the winter window.

Do you accept the terms? No, I reject the terms for becoming a GhanaWeb member. Yes, I accept the terms for becoming a GhanaWeb member.

Do you accept the terms? No, I reject the terms for becoming a GhanaWeb member. Yes, I accept the terms for becoming a GhanaWeb member.

General News of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Deputy Minister of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mark Okraku-Mantey, has expressed confidence in Dr Mahamudu Bawumia ahead of the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) presidential primaries. Speaking during the voting process on Saturday January 31, 2026, Okraku-Mantey said Dr Bawumia has demonstrated the qualities needed to lead and unite the party. He noted that while party members may hold strong views during internal contests, unity must prevail once the results are declared. “When emotions rise, we must return to rational thinking,” he added, calling on party members to rally behind whoever wins the contest. SO/MAKen Agyapong speaks after casting vote in NPP presidential primary

General News of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comTension flared at the Korle Bu Police Station polling centre in the Ablekuma South Constituency after two disqualified delegates confronted the constituency chairman over their exclusion from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries and verbally attacked a journalist covering the event. NPP Primaries: 'If I respond, this election centre can't contain us' - Hawa KoomsonThe situation quickly escalated into heated exchanges and insults, with the disqualified delegates allegedly accusing constituency chairman Collins Asante of conspiring against them. Asante is reportedly affiliated with Kennedy Agyapong’s camp, while the two aggrieved delegates are known supporters of Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. The journalist covering the event, identified as Fostina Sarfo, was verbally attacked by one of the delegates, who also attempted to obstruct filming at the polling centre. “During the confrontation, one of the delegates verbally attacked me while attempting to obstruct filming at the polling centre,” the journalist said.

The condition, which causes persistent pain around the groin area, has made it difficult for Partey to play without discomfort, limiting his effectiveness despite his continued availability for selection. In spite of the pain, Partey is understood to have pushed himself to remain on the field in a bid to support his club, a decision that underscores his commitment and professionalism. However, the injury has inevitably taken its toll, prompting concerns over his fitness and long-term wellbeing. The same issue has also kept the midfielder out of recent national team assignments. Partey opted to prioritize recovery in order to properly address the injury, with the aim of returning to action fully fit rather than risking further complications.

According to the aggrieved delegates, a woman identified as Pat is alleged to have kept the money for reasons unknown to them. They have therefore called on Dr Adutwum to intervene and caution his agent before the situation escalates. The delegates claimed that the agent has been selective in distributing the money, allegedly giving it to only a few individuals. We are calling on Adutwum to call her to order, otherwise he will secure zero votes,” one of the delegates said. We are very disappointed that Adutwum’s agent, Pat, has allegedly run away with the money.

Regional News of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comCorrespondence from Bono RegionVoting in the presidential primaries of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has commenced at the Pastoral Centre in the Sunyani East Constituency on Saturday January 31, 2026. In line with the regulations governing the election, voting started at exactly 7:00 a.m., amid tight security provided by personnel of the Ghana Police Service. In all, a total of 891 party delegates are expected to cast their ballots at the Pastoral Centre in the ongoing intra-party contest. In the Bono Region, a total of 7,871 delegates are expected to cast their ballots at 13 voting centres across 12 constituencies. Watch GhanaWeb's live coverage of 2026 NPP presidential primary

General News of Saturday, 31 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comDelegates of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Weija–Gbawe Constituency on Saturday queued at the New Gbawe Cluster of Schools at Mallam to cast their votes in the party’s flagbearer election. Security personnel were deployed at the polling centre to maintain law and order and ensure the smooth conduct of the exercise. Party officials were also present to supervise the process and address any challenges that might arise. As of the time of filing this report, voting was progressing peacefully, with officials expressing confidence that the election would be conducted successfully and transparently. NA/MAWatch GhanaWeb's live coverage of 2026 NPP presidential primary

Regional News of Friday, 30 January 2026Source: classfmonline.comA newborn baby girl has been discovered abandoned in a polythene bag at Fiifi Prat, a suburb of Gomoa Nyanyano in the Gomoa East District of the Central Region. Residents who discovered the baby acted swiftly, rushing her to a nearby clinic for emergency treatment before she was referred to the Mother and Child Hospital at Kasoa for specialised care. The Chairman of the Fiifi Prat Landlord Association, Charles Oduro, told Accra FM news that the prompt intervention by residents was crucial in saving the baby’s life. Confirming the incident, the Central Regional Coordinator of the Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU), DSP Doris Laryea, said the baby is currently in the care of the Department of Social Welfare. She noted that police investigations are ongoing to locate the mother and determine the circumstances that led to the abandonment.

However, these men and their supporters are not the only people who have something to lose after voting on Saturday. Prophet ElBernard Nelson-Eshun, who seems to be on a ‘one-man commando’ mission, has consistently prophesied that Kennedy Agyapong will win the NPP primary. The prophet has consistently predicted that Bawumia will win the NPP primary, adding that Kennedy Agyapong has no chance. Dr George Domfe:Studies by Dr George Domfe’s Africa Policy Lens (APL) have consistently predicted a victory for former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in the NPP primaries. The latest poll by APL tipped former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia for an emphatic first-round victory.