AROUND TOWN: A new fast-paced voice for the people set to air on GhanaWeb TV
Designed as a fast-paced 4-to-5-minute production, Around Town captures authentic public opinion on the issues shaping everyday life. The programme focuses on what truly matters to citizens — from social concerns and political developments to health matters, economic pressures, daily living challenges, and physical infrastructure issues affecting communities. Beyond being a programme, Around Town is designed as a public conversation platform — one where citizens help shape the national narrative by sharing their experiences and concerns. Call for Public ParticipationThe production team is inviting the public to actively contribute to the programme by alerting the team to issues in their communities that need attention. As Around Town goes live, viewers can expect a programme that is energetic, honest, and deeply connected to the lived experiences of the public.
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February 12, 2026 11:48 UTC
Black Sherif sparks buzz after hinting at new property acquisition
Entertainment of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAward-winning Ghanaian musician Black Sherif has generated online conversation after appearing to announce the acquisition of a new property in a celebratory social media post. He shared reflections about his journey, writing about spending time on the balcony of what he described as his “first property” and acknowledging how far he has come from humble beginnings. Photos accompanying the message showed the artiste celebrating with close associates, further fueling speculation and excitement among fans. Following the post, reactions across social media ranged from admiration to surprise, with many praising the artiste for transforming modest beginnings into major milestones. While details of the property remain unconfirmed publicly, the development adds to a narrative of steady growth for Black Sherif, whose rise from local breakout star to internationally recognised performer has continued to inspire his fanbase.
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February 12, 2026 11:46 UTC
Court orders Kweku Baako to refund all payments received from Ken Agyapong
General News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Court of Appeal has reportedly ordered a retrial of the defamation case between former New Patriotic Party flagbearer hopeful Kennedy Agyapong and veteran journalist Kweku Baako Jnr. According to multiple reports, the court ordered Kweku Baako to refund all payments received pursuant to the earlier High Court judgment, which was in his favour, within 30 days. In June 2020, an Accra High Court ruled in favour of the Editor-in-Chief of the New Crusading Guide newspaper, Abdul Malik Kweku Baako Jnr, in his case against the then-Member of Parliament for Assin Central. Kweku Baako Jnr, in 2018, sued the former Assin Central MP at the Accra High Court over defamatory comments made on different occasions at an Accra-based radio station. Kweku Baako is not a saint.
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February 12, 2026 11:25 UTC
Back food abundance claims with action – Oppong Nkrumah to government
Reacting to comments by the Minister of Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, that there is food abundance in Ghana, Oppong Nkrumah argued that many farmers have yet to feel the impact of the interventions being touted by the state. He emphasised that beyond public statements, practical and measurable action is needed to protect farmers’ livelihoods and ensure long-term food security. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah meets distressed cocoa farmers“Supporting farmers effectively is not only a matter of economic policy but a national priority that directly impacts inflation, employment, and the wellbeing of millions of Ghanaians,” he said. He noted that in several farming communities, including parts of his Ofoase-Ayirebi constituency, farmers are struggling to secure buyers for their produce. As a result, large quantities of food remain unsold, increasing the risk of post-harvest losses and worsening the financial burden on producers.
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February 12, 2026 11:11 UTC
Lift the ban on grain export – Dr Boako to government
Business News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament for Tano North, Dr Gideon Boako, has called on the government to lift Ghana’s ban on grain exports, arguing that the restriction is unnecessary amid a surplus of food on the market. Addressing the press at the forecourt of Parliament, Dr Boako questioned why farmers should be prevented from exporting their produce when local demand appears weak. Because these farmers are going to use the proceeds that they will get from the sale of these foodstuffs to go into the next farming season,” Dr Boako said. He added: “The ban should be lifted, if indeed it is well established that there's food glut on the market. There is no point putting a ban on export of food when there's food on the market and people are not buying.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
'Do not take church arson case lightly' - Xandy Kamel tells Pastor Elvis
Entertainment of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFollowing the alleged arson attack at Grace Mountain Ministry, the church led by Alpha Hour convener Pastor Elvis Agyemang, filmmaker and actress Xandy Kamel has urged the pastor not to treat the matter lightly. In a video shared on her TikTok page, Xandy Kamel called on the Alpha Hour pastor to thoroughly investigate the situation and get to the root of what transpired. According to her, Pastor Elvis should not allow anyone to pressure him into forgiving the suspect simply because he is a man of God. She stressed that being a pastor does not mean he should overlook a serious incident such as an attempted arson attack on his church. Following the incident, the Alpha Hour convener announced the temporary suspension of all in-person activities at the church premises.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
7 out of 10 Ghanaians concerned about high food cost - IEA survey
Business News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA new survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) shows that seven out of ten Ghanaians are concerned about rising food prices and the high cost of living. According to findings from the IEA poll, conducted in December 2025 and released on February 11, 2026, 71 percent of respondents said they are worried about food prices and the cost of other consumer goods. 68% of Ghanaians approve of President Mahama's performance - IEA surveyPer the report, unemployment and illegal mining ranked among the top national concerns. Additionally, 46 percent of respondents identified unemployment as one of the most pressing issues facing the country. Overall, the survey reflects a mixed national mood: strong approval of the President’s performance, alongside sustained concern about rising living costs and household economic pressures.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
See the list of BoG-approved Primary Dealers and Bond Market Specialists
Business News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ministry of Finance, together with the Bank of Ghana (BoG), has completed a review of the Primary Dealer system and approved a new list of institutions to operate as Authorised Primary Dealers (PDs) and Bond Market Specialists (BMSs) in Ghana’s domestic debt market. Primary Dealers are institutions authorised to buy government securities directly from the state during auctions and help resell them to investors. They also support trading in the secondary market, helping to keep the bond market active and liquid. In a notice to all banks and non-bank financial institutions, referenced BOG/FMD/2026/08, the Bank of Ghana announced that the authorities had “completed a review of the Primary Dealer system and has approved a new list of Primary Dealers and Bond Market Specialists, detailed below”. The approved Primary Dealers are ABSA Ghana Limited, CALBank, Ecobank Ghana, GCB Bank, Fidelity Bank Ghana, Stanbic Bank, CBG Bank, ARB-Apex Bank, Standard Chartered Bank, Societe Generale, One Africa Securities Ltd, Fincap Securities, Laurus Africa, Strategic African Securities and Constant Capital Ltd.Out of the 15 approved Primary Dealers, six have also been selected as Bond Market Specialists.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
Fellow Gospel singer tried to introduce me to 'certain powers' - Lady Ophelia
Entertainment of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAfter releasing her single ‘Ayeyie Awie,’ Gospel singer Lady Ophelia disclosed that a fellow Gospel singer once tried to introduce her to “certain” powers that could make the song an instant hit. Speaking in an interview on Okay FM on February 11, 2026, Lady Ophelia said she was taken aback by the suggestion and immediately questioned what other power could make her song “blow” apart from God, since her faith is rooted in Him. “A fellow gospel musician once tried to introduce me to certain ‘powers’ that would make my song blow up fast. I was poisoned by a family member after my song was aired on TV - Lady Ophelia recountsAccording to Lady Ophelia, the conversation happened while she was with her mother and the phone call was on speaker, allowing her mother, who is a pastor, to hear everything that was said. Although Lady Ophelia did not mention the name of the Gospel singer who tried to introduce her to “certain” powers to make her music an instant hit, she noted that the colleague has a few hit songs to their name.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
World Skydiving champion dies after parachute failure
According to The Sun, the French freefall champion leapt from a helicopter above the Alpine mountain range intending to fly. Reports indicate that the 37-year-old's parachute failed to deploy despite several attempts to activate it, and he eventually fell. Antoine Semenyo makes historyThe two-time world skydiving champion reportedly slammed into the ground at high speed in the Bossons area, sustaining severe injuries. The legendary French freefall athlete was crowned wingsuit world champion in both 2022 and 2024 and had been widely tipped to defend his title at the 2026 championships. French Parachuting Federation president Yves-Marie Guillot paid tribute to Wolnik, urging his bereaved family and teammates to stay strong in such trying times.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
Ghana recorded 3.625 million travellers in 2025 – GACL boss
Business News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhana’s aviation sector continued its strong post-pandemic recovery in 2025, with the Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) reporting a total of 3.625 million travellers across international and domestic routes. Managing Director of GACL, Yvonne Nana Afriyie Opare, disclosed the figures during the 5th AviationGhana Breakfast Meeting held in Accra on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. She noted that the 2025 numbers represent a significant increase from the 3.4 million passengers recorded in 2024. “2024’s total passenger numbers were 3.4 million in and out of Accra, both international and domestic. Now in 2025, we are at 3.625 million, so there has been a significant increase in passenger numbers.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
Three reasons that could lead to postponement of 2027 AFCON
Sports News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is facing possible postponement as concerns emerge over the readiness of the three co-hosting nations. CAF bans Senegal coach Pape Thiaw for 5 matches, fines him $100KBeyond infrastructure, there are concerns about ticketing and security measures around stadiums in the three co-hosting nations. These issues were evident when they hosted the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) for locally based players. Security challenges during that competition have created another headache for authorities, who are determined to deliver a problem-free tournament. The third challenge involves scheduling qualifiers within the international football calendar, given the packed nature of fixtures.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
Electorate gave us power to govern differently - Inusah Fuseini
Politics of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Member of Parliament for Tamale Central, Inusah Fuseini, has urged the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to demonstrate its commitment to governing differently by addressing concerns within its own internal processes. “The electorate gave NDC the power to govern this country on the promise that we will do things differently. Fuseini revealed that the committee reached a firm conclusion that illegal activities had occurred. “We came to an unalloyed and firm conclusion that there was widespread illegal activity, voter buying and inducement,” he said. He clarified that the misconduct was not limited to a single candidate, noting that vote buying and inducement were widespread.
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February 12, 2026 10:42 UTC
Police bust cybercrime gang, rescue kidnapping victims
Crime & Punishment of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Police Service in the Okpoi-Gono District have arrested two suspects and rescued multiple victims from organized cybercrime activities in Tema. “The mission was focused on rescuing kidnapped victims, apprehending the suspects and disrupting ongoing cyber fraud activities.”The statement explained that two male suspects, Robinson Endurance and Derrick Glory, were arrested at Devtraco Estate, Community 25, Tema, without resistance. The operation also led to the discovery and safe rescue of ten victims who had been illegally detained and exploited for cybercrime purposes. Police begin investigations into Mahamo murder case“Law enforcement officers also recovered critical evidence used in the cyber fraud operations, including 19 laptops, 20 mobile phones and two WiFi routers. “Photographs of the suspects, victims and recovered exhibits have been documented and attached for official records.”The Okpoi-Gono District Police have assured that further updates on the investigation and prosecution of the suspects will be communicated as the matter progresses.
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February 12, 2026 08:56 UTC
NPP's Kofi Ofosu Nkansah granted bail
General News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) Chief Executive Officer, Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, has reportedly been granted bail. According to a report by JoyNews, on Thursday, February 12, 2026, the former NEIP boss was granted bail in the sum of GH¢500,000. Reports on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, indicated that Kofi Ofosu Nkansah had been hospitalised after his arrest and interrogation by the National Intelligence Bureau. The lawyer also claimed that operatives of the National Intelligence Bureau searched the residence of his client without a warrant. Former NEIP CEO Kofi Ofosu Nkansah admitted to hospital after NIB arrest - LawyerBAIOne of the prophets who accurately predicted Dr Mahamudu Bawumia's NPP flagbearer win had a sit down with GhanaWeb.
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February 12, 2026 08:01 UTC