MIIF to consolidate 2025 gains in 2026 - CEO
Business News of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is set to consolidate the gains made in 2025 to position the fund as one of the best world-class sovereign wealth funds in the world. This was disclosed by the Chief Executive Officer of the MIIF, Justina Nelson. "In 2026, together with our stakeholders, we will build on the successes of 2025; strong financial performance, robust internal systems, sound compliance and risk management, and strategic investments that secure value for both present and future generations." Ghana’s mineral revenue outlook showed strong momentum in 2025, with new data revealing significant growth in royalty payments across all major mining segments for the first three quarters of 2025. Payments increased from US$4.72 million in 2024 to US$12.75 million in 2025, driven by improved production and stronger compliance by operators.
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January 04, 2026 10:11 UTC
What we know about the five arrested for NAIMOS impersonation
Crime & Punishment of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Police Service has launched an investigation into five persons who were arrested for impersonating officials of the National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS). The arrests were made by the Eastern South Regional Command on January 2, 2026, at Akwadum in Abuakwa South near Kibi. The suspects were caught dressed in security uniforms, claiming to be NAIMOS operatives, and extorting money from mining sites in the area. The NAIMOS team arrested the suspects at Akwadum, who were on board a Mitsubishi 4×4 pickup with registration number GS 536-25, and handed them over to the Eastern South Regional CID at Kibi. Read the statement below:SB/BAIMeanwhile, watch President John Dramani Mahama’s 2026 full New Year Message below:Meanwhile, watch as Rev.
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January 04, 2026 09:32 UTC
GoldBod made GH¢960 million in financial surplus – Sammy Gyamfi
General News of Sunday, 4 January 2026Source: gbcghanaonline.comChief Executive Officer of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), Sammy Gyamfi, has dismissed allegations that his institution recorded losses under the Gold-for-Reserves programme, revealing a substantial financial surplus for 2025 instead. During his appearance on Newsfile on Saturday, January 3, Gyamfi refuted reports of a US$214 million deficit as completely inaccurate. He disclosed that GoldBod generated over GH¢960 million in revenue last year against expenditures under GH¢120 million, according to preliminary unaudited management accounts. He further rejected assertions that GoldBod shifted losses to the Bank of Ghana, calling the claim nonsensical. Gyamfi questioned why pre-existing programme losses were being pinned on GoldBod, insisting they have meticulously accounted for every cedi from BoG, delivered equivalent gold value, and collected only authorised agency fees.
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January 04, 2026 09:23 UTC
Gold for Reserves distorts competition, favours Bawa Rock – Bright Simons
Speaking on JoyNews’ Newsfile on Saturday, January 3, 2026, Simons said independent, self-financed gold aggregators are struggling to compete with the state-designated apex aggregator, Bawa Rock Limited. According to him, Bawa Rock receives interest-free funding from the Bank of Ghana, while private aggregators depend on commercial bank loans that attract market interest rates. Who will win?”He explained that this advantage enables Bawa Rock to operate at lower costs and outcompete private aggregators when buying gold from small-scale miners and licensed buyers. Simons further noted that private aggregators are unhappy that Bawa Rock is operating more as a direct competitor rather than a coordinating apex body. “They are telling us that right now Bawa Rock, beyond the fact that it sits at the apex, is competing with the self-financed aggregators.
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January 04, 2026 00:53 UTC
Queen mother constructs detention ward for Amedzofe Health Centre
General News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Queen mother of Korkorlipome, Avatime Amedzofe in the Ho-West District of Volta Region, Her Royal Majesty Asafodzei Korkorwa Otublum II, has constructed a detention ward for the Amedzofe Health Centre. The Chief of Avatime Dzokpe, Okusie Kpornuglo X, who represented the Paramount Chief of Avatime, urged the staff of the Health Centre to ensure proper maintenance of the detention ward and other associated furnishings. Whilst lauding the initiative of the queen mother in putting up the detention ward for the health centre, Mr Torkornoo appealed to other philanthropists to provide a separate maternity ward to the health centre. The Amedzofe Health Centre was established by the community four decades ago as a Health Post and later as a Clinic to serve the basic health needs of local residents. Currently, the Health Centre is beset with critical challenges that are hampering its effective operation.
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January 03, 2026 21:03 UTC
German tourist urges Ghanaians to keep beaches clean
Regional News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA German tourist has admonished Ghanaians to keep the country’s beaches tidy in order to maintain them as attractive destinations for tourism. The tourist, who visited the Busua Beach, was spotted along the shore picking up plastic bags and other rubbish to dispose off properly. He noted that one of his key observations was the improper disposal of waste around the beach, which raises concerns about public health. "I think it would be great if you placed a garbage can every 20 meters so people can use them. I’m 100% sure, because Ghanaians are great people, that this will work.
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January 03, 2026 19:50 UTC
Trailer runs over okada rider in Suame killing him on spot
Regional News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: otecfmghana.comA trailer full of soya beans has run over an okada rider, believed to be 27 years old, killing him on the spot at Suame Maakro in the Ashanti Region. The sad incident occurred on the afternoon of Saturday, December 3, 2026, leaving residents in shock. According to an eyewitness, the trailer with registration GT-1963-13 ran over the man after a hook on the vehicle trapped the okada rider who was driving beside the long vehicle, leaving him under the truck. "This is not the first time we have seen dozens of accidents here, but this time around, we are not lucky; a soul is gone. The ongoing construction work has rendered the road very difficult to ply, causing accidents.
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January 03, 2026 18:42 UTC
Kwasi Appiah exits AFCON as Senegal thrash Sudan
Sports News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian coach James Kwasi Appiah has bowed out of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after Sudan lost 3–1 to Senegal in their Round of 16 tie. 2025 AFCON: Late Appollis penalty fires South Africa into knockout stagesIn the second half, the Sudanese side had a brilliant opportunity to equalize, but the chance was squandered to the dismay of Kwasi Appiah. This result ends the road for James Kwasi Appiah, who has worked to turn around the fortunes of the Sudanese team despite the country’s ongoing challenges with war and violence. The milestone further highlights the growing impact of the former Black Stars coach, who guided Sudan to one of its most successful AFCON campaigns to date. Under his leadership, Sudan displayed renewed tactical discipline and resilience, enabling them to compete strongly against more established African sides.
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January 03, 2026 18:29 UTC
What some Ghanaians are hoping for in 2026
General News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.com2026 is finally here, and with renewed hopes, interests, and ambitions, and some Ghanaians have already been sharing their new year expectations. GhanaWeb spoke with a few holiday revelers on January 1, 2026, at the Laboma Beach, and they shared varied expectations for the year. “I want a better me for 2026. A gentleman also added that; “In 2026, I just want to learn new ways of making money and how money works, and also investment information out there that people do not have hands-on knowledge about. Watch the full video below:PAT/AEMeanwhile, watch President John Dramani Mahama’s 2026 full New Year Message below:
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January 03, 2026 18:18 UTC
Watch scenes from the aftermath of the Circle phone shop fire outbreak
General News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA fire outbreak occurred at one of the phone shops located at Circle, a suburb of Accra. Following the incident, GhanaWeb visited the scene to capture the aftermath and assess the extent of the damage. An eyewitness, who spoke anonymously to GhanaWeb’s Victoria Kyei Baffour, reported that the fire started around 8:30 PM. “The fire started around 8:30 PM yesterday and lasted for close to two hours. Watch as fire guts several shops at CircleThe fire destroyed several items, including phone protectors, chargers, power banks, and other accessories.
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January 03, 2026 17:19 UTC
Sandema Hospital delivers preterm twins on New Year Day
Health News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Sandema Hospital in the Builsa North Municipality successfully delivered preterm twins on New Year Day. Doomsday 'scammer' Ebo Noah arrestedDr Saanwie said even though normal pregnancy spanned a 38-week period, the delivery was successful and both mother and babies were doing well. That means when the baby came out, it was able to cry and respond well within the first and the fifth minutes,” the Medical Superintendent explained. They should adhere to education on nutrition and having enough rest,” the Medical Superintendent advised. The mother of the preterm twins who spoke to the GNA, thanked God for successful deliveries on the first day of the year, and expressed gratitude to staff and management of the Hospital for their hard work.
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January 03, 2026 15:42 UTC
Most popular celebrity arrests of 2025
Entertainment of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAmongst the many things that happened in 2025, some key persons were also arrested. In retracing some of the big story headlines of 2025, GhanaWeb takes a some of the most popular celerity arrests that happened in the year in retrospect. CyborgAbubakari Sadick also known as Cyborg was arrested on December 28, 2025, at Adenta for possession and unlawful discharge of firearm. He was arrested after a viral video showed him firing a gun in public during the AfroFuture Festival. At a court appearance at an Accra High Court on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, Abu Trica complained of ill health and was ordered to be sent to a hospital at the expense of the state.
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January 03, 2026 15:42 UTC
What is happening in Venezuela and why has Trump arrested its president?
General News of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comEarlier, GhanaWeb reported on how US President Donald Trump had caused the arrest of President Nicolas Maduro of Venezuela, along with his wife. According to the CNN, President Nicolas Maduro was captured and flown out of Venezuela after the US carried out a large-scale strike on the capital city of Caracas. It also stated that US President Donald Trump announced that there will be “further details to follow.”A CNN team earlier witnessed several explosions in Caracas and reported some areas of the city were without electricity. But what exactly has been happening in Venezuela and why has Donald Trump been instrumental in it? US government announcements — particularly from former US President Donald Trump — stated that Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro and his wife were captured by US forces and flown out of the country as part of the operation.
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January 03, 2026 15:42 UTC
23-year-old woman dies after alleged poisoning over GH¢100
According to a report by adomonline.com on January 2, 2025, the incident followed a disagreement over GH¢100. 35-year-old woman allegedly poisons herself and her two children at Offinso-Dwenedabi“Theresa reportedly requested the money from the suspect, claiming she needed it to repair her standing fan before allowing him to visit her. After the money was sent, she allegedly stopped responding to his calls,” the report stated. It is further alleged that he poisoned some medication and sent it to the deceased through a messenger. Woman commits suicide by poisoningTheresa’s condition reportedly worsened shortly after taking the medication, and she was rushed to a hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
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January 03, 2026 15:42 UTC
Muslim woman chides Akuapem Poloo for attending church on December 31
Entertainment of Saturday, 3 January 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA Muslim woman has publicly expressed disappointment in Ghanaian socialite and actress, Akuapem Poloo, following her appearance at a December 31st night church service despite having converted to Islam. In a video circulating on social media, the woman questioned Poloo’s commitment to Islamic teachings after she (Akuapem) shared footage that showed her attending church on the night of December 31, 2025. According to the woman, Islam is a religion that accepts converts without discriminations, regardless of their pasts, but she believes some converts take advantage of that openness. “If it were like Akuapem Poloo converted from Muslim to Christian and she was seen on Eid grounds, how would you feel about that? What she’s doing contradicts the Islamic religion,” she added.
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January 03, 2026 15:42 UTC