Ghanaian musician Showboy arrested
Crime & Punishment of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian musician Sam Sarfo Junior, popularly known as Showboy, has been arrested by the Ghana Police Service, days after a video showing him allegedly resisting arrest surfaced on social media. In a video currently circulating online, the musician is seen handcuffed and interacting with police officers. A police officer who identified herself as ASP was also heard engaging the musician during the encounter. In the earlier footage, Showboy appeared visibly upset and challenged the officers, insisting they had failed to present proper arrest documents. @accracitynews Musician 'showboy' arrested after an earlier video of him surfaced resisting police arrest ♬ original sound - Accra City NewsAM
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February 04, 2026 04:10 UTC
Afoko calls for unity as NPP elects Bawumia as flagbearer for 2028
Politics of Wednesday, 4 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comAspiring National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Awentami Paul Afoko, has called for unity and discipline within the party following the election of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as the NPP’s flagbearer for the 2028 general elections. “The task before us is clear: to reorganize, reconnect with the Ghanaian people and present a credible pathway to national renewal,” Afoko said. According to him, the aspirants did not weaken the NPP by contesting but rather expanded it by engaging members and enriching internal debate. Addressing party executives and grassroots members nationwide, Afoko emphasised the need for cohesion following the conclusion of the internal contest. Afoko signed off the message as “Yours in Unity and Service,” reaffirming his commitment as an aspiring National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party.
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February 04, 2026 03:08 UTC
Why men don’t approach female celebrities for relationships – Sista Afia explains
Entertainment of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaian musician Sista Afia has weighed in on why many men shy away from pursuing romantic relationships with female celebrities. “Many men quietly admire female celebrities from a distance but never dare to step closer. Not because they don’t feel anything, but because they feel too much fear, intimidation, doubt, and pressure,” she explained. For some men, this uncertainty creates pressure, especially in cultures where men feel expected to always ‘have it all figured out,’” she noted. She reminded men that behind the fame, female celebrities are still human beings who desire genuine love, loyalty, and emotional security.
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February 04, 2026 02:07 UTC
Apologise for deceiving cocoa farmers – Dr Kwaku Afriyie to government
Business News of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comFormer Member of Parliament for Sefwi Wiawso, Dr Kwaku Afriyie, has called on the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) to apologise to cocoa farmers. “They should come clean and apologise to the cocoa farmers for deceiving us,” he said, adding that individuals such as Eric Opoku and Samson Ahi, who championed the cocoa price agenda, were aware it was merely a political posturing. Dr Afriyie argued that the promise to increase cocoa producer prices played a significant role in securing electoral victory for the NDC but has now created difficulties for farmers. Govt exploiting cocoa farmers - Dr Kwaku AfriyieCocoa pricing was a major campaign issue ahead of the 2024 elections, particularly in the Western, Ashanti, Eastern and Ahafo cocoa-growing regions. Dr Afriyie warned that post-election economic realities now clash with the campaign rhetoric.
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February 04, 2026 01:22 UTC
President Mahama touts $10 billion GoldBod initiative at WGS 2026
Speaking at the World Governments Summit (WGS) 2026 in Dubai, President Mahama stressed the importance of ensuring these partnerships are practical, results-driven, and mutually advantageous. President Mahama showcased Ghana’s innovative Goldbod initiative, which has successfully generated over $10 billion in less than a year, illustrating how effective international collaboration can yield significant economic benefits. “The alliances of the future must be anchored in shared responsibility and reflect our common destiny,” President Mahama stated at the summit. President Mahama outlined Ghana's long-term strategy to process and enhance the value of its resources, including gold, manganese, bauxite, lithium, petroleum, and key agricultural items. Climate action and Ghana–UAE collaborationPresident John Dramani Mahama also underscored the critical importance of climate action within modern global partnerships.
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February 03, 2026 22:08 UTC
Nima landowners back Baba Jamal ahead of NDC Ayawaso East primaries
Politics of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comTraditional landowners of Nima have thrown their support behind Ghana’s High Commissioner to Nigeria, Mohammed Baba Jamal Ahmed, as he contests the National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary primaries for the Ayawaso East Constituency. The endorsement came at a press conference in Accra on February 3, 2026, addressed by Nii Odoi Kwao II, Head of the Nii Odoi Kwao Family of Osu, who hold the allodial title to the Akanetso lands, which include present-day Nima and surrounding communities. He stressed that Nima residents are not strangers or settlers, noting that several court rulings had long affirmed Nima’s status as legitimate Ga land. “We believe in the leadership of Baba Jamal and we support his bid to contest and win the seat, “ he said. Baba Jamal is among other candidates who have picked forms to contest the Ayawaso East seat following the death of the sitting MP, Mahama Naser Toure, in early January 2026.
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February 03, 2026 20:59 UTC
Government to introduce LI to regulate noise pollution – Majority Leader
General News of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has announced that the government will soon introduce a Legislative Instrument (LI) aimed at regulating noise pollution from various sources across the country. According to him, noise pollution has become a serious concern in many communities, negatively affecting the health and well-being of residents. 'Ghana is a sick country' – Berla Mundi fumes over noise pollution“We will introduce an instrument to control noise pollution from various sources. Noise pollution has become a major hazard in our communities,” he said during a press conference on February 3, 2026. Ayariga explained that excessive noise from loud music and certain religious activities has made it difficult for people to rest, particularly in residential areas.
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February 03, 2026 20:37 UTC
'Where are the jobs?’ — Minority slams government over youth unemployment
The Minority has not been obstructive - Afenyo-Markin“Ghana is crying out for bold, competent and proven leadership. It is failing to inspire confidence and failing to protect the dignity of our people,” he said. “The New Patriotic Party is not just another political option; it is the solution Ghana needs, our record speaks for itself. Under President Kufuor and later under President Akufo-Addo, we led Ghana through periods of growth and transformation until the global shock of COVID-19,” he stated. He added that despite the economic disruptions caused by the pandemic, the NPP government worked to stabilise the economy and restore growth.
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February 03, 2026 20:22 UTC
Majority Leader reacts to Bawumia's re-election as NPP flagbearer
Politics of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Majority Leader in Parliament, Mahama Ayariga, has criticised the New Patriotic Party (NPP) following the re-election of former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia as the party’s presidential candidate for the 2028 Election. Delivering a statement in Parliament on Tuesday, Ayariga said, "Ghanaians do not forget. “I am wearing white to join the NPP in the chamber to celebrate, because the Bawumia that I know, the NDC will beat him any day,” Ayariga said. Arthur Kennedy urges Ghanaians to give Bawumia a chanceDr Bawumia secured 56.48% of the votes in the NPP presidential primaries held on January 31, 2026, with a total of 110,645 votes cast. His closest contender, Kennedy Agyapong, received 46,554 votes, representing 42.08% of the total votes.
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February 03, 2026 19:08 UTC
May we not defend politicians for our daily bread – Wode Maya prays
Entertainment of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comPopular Ghanaian travel content creator Wode Maya has sparked conversation on social media after he made a post calling for economic independence for citizens. “May God bless us with the ability to earn our own income so we never have to defend politicians for our daily bread,” he wrote. Akufo-Addo cancelled my interview with him - Wode Maya recountsHis comments come after the NPP held its presidential primary election on Saturday, 31 January 2026, across all regions of Ghana. Write a quick news story from this:May God bless us with the ability to earn our own income so we never have to defend politicians for our daily bread. — Wode Maya ® (@wode_maya) February 2, 2026ID/EB
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February 03, 2026 19:07 UTC
Woman who allegedly shot taxi driver confirmed to be a police officer – Family
Crime & Punishment of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comA family member of the late taxi driver Kwasi Dada has confirmed that the woman who allegedly shot and killed him is a police officer. Murdered taxi driver's brother recounts incident leading to deathAccording to Somuah, the family was present in court when it was officially established that the woman who shot Kwasi Dada is a policewoman. Kwasi Dada, a taxi driver, was allegedly shot dead on January 21, 2026, under circumstances that are still under investigation. Wife of murdered taxi driver speaks“When we arrived, we were told Kwasi Dada had been shot and his body had been taken to the Police Hospital. According to the family, officers from the Criminal Investigations Department (CID) later found bullets in Kwasi Dada’s car but no weapon belonging to him.
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February 03, 2026 19:02 UTC
Government approach to social interventions, taxation incoherent - Minority
General News of Tuesday, 3 February 2026Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minority Leader in Parliament, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has expressed concern over what he describes as an unclear and inconsistent approach by the government in managing social intervention programmes and taxation. Speaking to journalists during a parliamentary leadership briefing ahead of the resumption of Parliament, Afenyo-Markin said several government initiatives were already showing signs of strain by the close of 2025, raising questions about their overall direction of economic and social policies. “Beyond the GoldBod, which has helped to stabilise the cedi, it is difficult to point to clear improvements in other areas. “We believe the government’s approach to social interventions and taxation has been incoherent. Afenyo-Markin urged the government to focus on policies that deliver real benefits to citizens across key sectors of the economy, rather than fragmented interventions that lack clear outcomes.
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February 03, 2026 19:02 UTC