IGP promotes 12,000 police officers, clears promotion backlog
General News of Wednesday, 11 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA total of 12,802 police officers has been promoted between January and the first week of February 2026. This was disclosed to the media following several requests to the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Secretariat. According to the Secretariat, the promotions were mainly administrative and based on special recommendations, in line with the Police Service Regulations, 2012 (Constitutional Instrument 76). The Secretariat disclosed that it had received numerous petitions concerning alleged unfair treatment meted out to some officers. After reviewing their cases, the Service promoted them posthumously.
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February 12, 2026 07:24 UTC
NHIA disburses nearly GH¢400m in December–January claims payments
In a statement issued by its Finance Directorate, the NHIA announced that a total of GH¢392,031,851.26 was paid out between December 2025 and January 2026. The payments cover claims submitted by healthcare providers in the previous year and thoroughly vetted by the NHIA before approval. Public and private health facilities received the largest share of the funds, accounting for about 80.55 per cent of the total disbursement. Public facilities were reimbursed GH¢157,164,301.62, while private facilities received GH¢158,630,317.29. "The payments reflect the Authority's resolve to promptly pay claims to enable healthcare providers to continue delivering quality services to NHIS members across the country," the statement concluded.
Source:GhanaWeb
February 12, 2026 07:22 UTC
68% of Ghanaians approve of President Mahama's performance - IEA survey
Business News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA survey by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) shows that public confidence in President John Dramani Mahama remains strong despite socioeconomic challenges. In a press statement dated February 11, 2026, the IEA disclosed that 68 percent of respondents approve of the President’s performance in office, while 22 percent disapprove and 10 percent expressed no opinion. According to the IEA, the survey was conducted in December 2025 and involved more than 1,000 participants from all regions of the country. A year later, the IEA noted that although some key economic indicators appear to be improving, many Ghanaians continue to face huge socioeconomic difficulties. The survey also pointed out widespread concern about the cost of living.
Source:GhanaWeb
February 12, 2026 07:16 UTC
'Maintain NAPO just as Akufo-Addo maintained Bawumia 3 times' - Anti Asamoah
According to Akwasi Anti Asamoah, former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, despite several unsuccessful attempts at the presidency, consistently maintained Dr Bawumia as his running mate. He believes the same strategy should be applied by maintaining Dr Opoku Prempeh, popularly known as NAPO, as Bawumia’s running mate. Speaking in an interview on Angel TV, which has since been shared on social media, Anti Asamoah said every individual has flaws but Dr Opoku Prempeh has acknowledged his shortcomings and worked on them. Akufo-Addo contested with him as running mate three times, and they eventually won. Dr Bawumia has since been elected again to lead the NPP and is yet to name his running mate for the upcoming election.
Source:GhanaWeb
February 12, 2026 07:02 UTC
UCC, UG top West African university rankings for 2026
General News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe University of Cape Coast (UCC) and the University of Ghana (UG) have emerged among the leading tertiary institutions in West Africa, following the release of the 2026 global university rankings. Global league tables such as the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings and the QS World University Rankings have played a significant role in spotlighting this progress. It was placed in the 801–1000 band of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026, making it one of the highest-ranked universities in the region. In the QS World University Rankings 2026, UG was recognised as one of West Africa’s top universities, performing particularly well in employment outcomes and international research networks. University of Lagos (Nigeria): The university secured a place in the 801–1000 band of THE’s 2026 rankings, reflecting its rising research impact and expanding international collaborations.
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February 12, 2026 06:55 UTC
Supreme court sides with Anas, rejects businessman’s application
General News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Supreme Court has dismissed a review application filed by businessman Adolph Tetteh Adjei, who sought to overturn a judgment entered in favour of investigative journalist Anas Aremeyaw Anas in a protracted land dispute, according to myjoyonline.com report. According to the report, the review application was heard on January 27, 2026, by a panel presided over by Justice Gabriel Scott Pwamang. The dispute, which also involves Holy Quaye, has travelled from the High Court to the Court of Appeal and eventually to the Supreme Court. Lawyers for Tetteh Adjei presented six grounds which they argued amounted to a miscarriage of justice and a misapplication of the law. However, the court held that those arguments did not satisfy the strict requirements for invoking its review jurisdiction.
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February 12, 2026 06:55 UTC
Police investigate suspected arson at Alpha Hour church auditorium
General News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Accra Regional Police Command has launched an investigation into a suspected arson incident at the auditorium of Grace Mountain Ministry, led by Alpha Hour convener Pastor Elvis Agyemang. According to Police, the suspect allegedly gained access to the auditorium under the guise of praying before setting the place ablaze. Watch CCTV footage of how a lady set Alpha Hour church auditorium on fireInitial findings suggest the suspect entered the auditorium carrying a liquid substance stored in rubber containers. Investigators at the scene retrieved four rubber containers believed to have been used in the act. The Accra Regional Police Command has also encouraged the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
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February 12, 2026 06:37 UTC
GUTA has never consented to the Marine Cargo Act - Joseph Obeng
Business News of Thursday, 12 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe former President of the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA), Joseph Obeng, has reiterated that the Association has never consented to the Marine Cargo Act, citing longstanding concerns from the business community that remain unresolved. Under the law, importers are expected to obtain marine cargo insurance from a Ghana-based insurer before clearing goods, with sanctions applicable for non-compliance. “Suppliers have their own preference for insurance companies at any place and on terms of their choosing,” he noted. He also questioned the readiness of local insurers to handle marine cargo insurance competitively. Joseph Obeng maintained that until these concerns and unanswered questions are adequately addressed, GUTA cannot be said to have endorsed the Marine Cargo Act.
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February 12, 2026 06:23 UTC
GNAPS appeals for a reduction in BECE fees for private school candidates
General News of Wednesday, 11 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) is urging government to reconsider and reduce the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) registration fees for private school candidates, describing the latest increment as excessive and unfair. Speaking at the launch of the 2026 GNAPS Week Celebration at Ejisu in the Ashanti Region, GNAPS President, Professor Damasus Tuurusong, said private schools are struggling to cope with a 24.24 percent increase in BECE registration fees this year. “This year’s increase of 24.24% in the BECE registration was unconscionable,” he said. “We plead for a reset of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) registration charges to reflect the current economic situation,” he added. GNAPS is therefore calling for collaboration, understanding and broad-based support to protect private education and prevent further fee hikes that could affect thousands of students across the country.
Source:GhanaWeb
February 12, 2026 05:07 UTC
NACOC breaks silence on alleged senior manager behind cocaine bust at the airport
According to the Deputy Director General, NACOC has encountered about four different food products used in similar attempts at different times. He added, “The second incident occurred in 2025 at the cargo section of Kotoka International Airport, where cocaine was again mixed with food products. He disclosed that earlier, in 2022, officers had also intercepted a case involving a different food product mixed with cocaine. In all these cases, part of the packaging contained genuine food products, while other portions concealed the narcotics. In the 250kg case in the Netherlands, a particular company’s food product was used to conceal the cocaine in the container.
Source:GhanaWeb
February 12, 2026 04:37 UTC
What President Mahama told the new Economic Advisory Group
Business News of Wednesday, 11 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPresident John Dramani Mahama has sworn in the Presidential Advisory Group on the Economy (PAGE) to steer the affairs of the economy in line with the government's reset agenda. The committee is tasked with assessing the prevailing economic conditions and recommending measures aimed at stabilising the macroeconomic environment, boosting investor confidence, and accelerating inclusive growth. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony at the Jubilee House on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, President Mahama charged the members of the group to bring their expertise to bear in turning around the country's economic fortunes. He further tasked the group to propose policy adjustments where necessary and provide expert input into Ghana’s economic negotiations with bilateral and multilateral partners, international financial institutions, and investors. The Vice President, Professor Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang, will serve on the advisory body alongside a distinguished list of economists, financiers, and business leaders.
Source:GhanaWeb
February 12, 2026 00:11 UTC
New VAT regime will not raise spare parts prices - GRA
Business News of Wednesday, 11 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has said that the newly introduced Value Added Tax (VAT) regime will not result in higher prices or unfair competition in the spare parts market. It comes after the Abossey Okai Spare Parts Dealers Association warned of a possible one-week strike if the government fails to urgently review the VAT system under the Value Added Tax Act, 2025 (Act 1151). The association said the current 20% VAT rate is hurting pricing, competitiveness and compliance within the spare parts sector. But in a statement issued on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, the GRA said the concerns were based on a misunderstanding of how the new VAT system works. The GRA added that the new regime removes the COVID-19 levy, eliminates “tax-on-tax” charges, and simplifies VAT compliance for businesses.
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February 11, 2026 23:31 UTC
Former NEIP CEO Kofi Nkansah to appear in court on February 12
General News of Wednesday, 11 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA former Chief Executive Officer of the National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP), Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, is expected to appear before court on Thursday, February 12, 2026, after being formally charged by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) with publication of false news. This was made known by his lawyer, Nana Agyei Baffour-Awuah, during an interview on Asempa FM on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. 100k Scholarship-for-Sale Allegation: NIB searches home of NPP's Ofosu Nkansah - ReportHe stated that the charge stems from allegations made by Nkansah that an individual paid money to secure a government-sponsored scholarship to study abroad. President John Dramani Mahama had instructed the NIB to investigate claims made by Nkansah concerning alleged irregularities in the award of overseas scholarships. Earlier, GhanaWeb had reported that Nkansah's lawyer had also stated that his client was admitted at the BNI Clinic after his arrest.
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February 11, 2026 21:26 UTC
Journalist drags CHRAJ to court, demands probe into Ahiafor, Randy Abbey, Agalga, others
The application, filed through his lawyer, Eric Dawda, invokes the supervisory powers of the High Court to direct CHRAJ to act on a complaint concerning certain Chief Executive Officers and Board Chairpersons of state institutions. In support of his motion, Asare attached a Right to Information (RTI) response from the Auditor-General’s Department. The response allegedly confirms that the named officials did not comply with the constitutional requirement to declare their assets before taking office. List of persons who are to declare their assets by March 31 or face removalThe journalist states that he initially lodged a formal complaint with CHRAJ on November 20, 2025, requesting investigations into the matter. According to the application, CHRAJ has neither responded to his correspondence nor initiated any investigation into the complaint filed at its registry.
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February 11, 2026 19:26 UTC
My marriage will work – Kwatemaa Andoh fires back at doom prophecy
Entertainment of Wednesday, 11 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPopular Snapchat influencer and entrepreneur, Kwatemaa Andoh, has strongly responded to claims by controversial Ghanaian seer ‘Karma President’ that her marriage is spiritually doomed to fail. However, Kwatemaa dismissed such claims and expressed confidence in the success of her marriage. I come from a home where marriage works. Kwatemaa also cautioned individuals against dragging her name into controversies for attention, stressing that she is prepared to take legal action if necessary. FG/EB20 years of entertaining Ghanaians, Kwabena Kwabena talks about achievements
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February 11, 2026 18:21 UTC