TODAYS NEWS: Opposition Demands Parliament Scrutiny of New IMF Deal as Accra-Kumasi Road Crisis Deepens
KON, Oppong Nkrumah Demand Full Parliamentary Scrutiny of New IMF Deal
Storyline: Ranking Member Kojo Oppong Nkrumah and other opposition figures are insisting that the new IMF Policy Coordination Instrument must go through full parliamentary scrutiny, warning against any attempt to bypass the House.
2. Accra-Kumasi Highway
Minority Demands Urgent Completion of Accra-Kumasi Road to End Recurring Deaths
Storyline: The Minority in Parliament has called on government to urgently complete the Accra-Kumasi highway, describing recurring fatal accidents as unacceptable and preventable.
3. GoldBod Clarification
No GH¢200m Missing at GoldBod – CEO Sammy Gyamfi Sets Record Straight
Storyline: GoldBod CEO Sammy Gyamfi has firmly dismissed claims of a GH¢200 million loss, stating the company remains financially sound and that the allegations are baseless.
4. Youth & Social Issues
MYDE and Christian Council Unite Against Drug Abuse and Cybercrime
Storyline: The Ministry of Youth Development and Empowerment has partnered the Christian Council to launch a national campaign targeting substance abuse, cybercrime, and youth unemployment under the theme “Sound Youth, Sound Nation.”
5. Education
620,000 BECE Graduates Begin SHS Selection Process
Storyline: Over 620,000 students who sat the 2026 BECE have started selecting their senior high schools under the new CSSPS guidelines, with the process expected to end on Friday.
6. Trade Diplomacy
: Ghana Strengthens UK Trade Ties as GEPA Opens London Trade House
Storyline: Ghana has deepened commercial relations with the United Kingdom following the official opening of a Ghana Trade House in London by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority to boost non-traditional exports.
7. Energy Sector
ECG Records Fragile Gains Amid Deep Deficits and High Power Costs
Storyline: The Electricity Company of Ghana cut losses in 2025 but still faces deep deficits, with power costs hitting GH¢34.7 billion against revenue of GH¢22.1 billion, raising concerns about long-term sustainability.
