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President John Dramani Mahama has banned all ministers, CEOs and public officials from participating, sponsoring, endorsing or accepting privately organized award schemes, and he says no exceptions apply unless the Office of the President grants express permission.

The directive came as part of efforts to protect the integrity of public office, and it targets award schemes that spring up overnight with little credibility. Government says many of these institutions trade on hype, and they distract appointees from the real work of serving Ghanaians

South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa addressed the nation Sunday on illegal migration. He promised action as anti-immigrant protests rise and tensions grow. Protest groups set a June 30 deadline for undocumented foreign nationals to leave and requested talks with government

Greater Accra Regional Minister Linda Ocloo has responded to backlash after winning the Best Regional Minister award at the 6th Ghana Ministers of State Excellence Awards on June 6 at Labadi Beach Hotel.

The award recognized her work in the Greater Accra Region, particularly in areas such as sanitation, chieftaincy disputes, street lighting, and boundary issues.

However, the award has sparked criticism online with Ghanaians questioning the timing as Accra still faces serious flooding problems. On social media, some users labeled her President Mahama’s worst appointee, while others have alleged that she paid GHC50,000 to secure the award.

In response, Ocloo has demanded proof from her accusers and also highlighted proactive measures she has taken to address flooding and explained her coordination efforts during the rains, stressing that illegal construction in waterways is the reason behind flooding in the region.

Ghanaians have reacted angrily after Bishop Daniel Obinim announced that his wife, Florence Obinim, should not be part of his funeral arrangement if he dies before her.

In a video circulating on social media, the founder of God’s Way International Church told his congregation that when he dies, his children and church members should take charge of his burial. He stated that his wife, Florence Obinim, would not be involved.

Many Ghanaians noted that Florence has stood by her husband for years through multiple controversies, criticism, and public embarrassment. Despite the challenges, she has remained loyal and consistently defended him whenever scandals arose.

The development has triggered further conversations about marriage and appreciation. Several commenters on social media say moments like this make women question marriage, as they see women making sacrifices for their families only to end up hurt or unappreciated.