Jamestown Royal Family Disowns Meeting Called by Dr Bruce Asharku Quaye

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Jamestown Royal Family Disowns Meeting Called by Dr Bruce Asharku Quaye

By Nana Owoahene Acheampong

The Adanse Adjiri Moomli–Brofo Ashiyie Royal Family of Jamestown Ngleshie Alata has formally disassociated itself from a purported traditional meeting allegedly convened by Dr Bruce Asharku Quaye in the name of the Ngleshie Alata Paramount Stool.

In a press statement issued by ALAD Law Consult, legal representatives of the royal family cautioned chiefs, elders, youth leaders, and the general public against participating in a meeting scheduled for Friday, January 30, 2026, at the Boxing Arena (Mudor Hall).

According to the statement, the Ngleshie Alata Paramount Stool has remained vacant since the death of Oblempong Nii Kojo Ababio V in 2017, and the process of enstoolment is governed by established custom. Under the Ngleshie Alata tradition, the right to nominate a paramount chief alternates between the Ajumako Dawurampong Royal Family and the Adanse Adjiri Moomli–Brofo Ashiyie Royal Family.

The royal family disclosed that it has already exercised its customary right and publicly nominated Nii Kofi Okpleng I, known privately as Seth Nii Boye Hammond, on August 11, 2025.

The statement further stressed that Dr. Bruce Asharku Quaye is neither lawfully installed nor recognized as Paramount Chief of Jamestown Ngleshie Alata. His claim to the stool, it noted, is currently the subject of ongoing traditional and legal proceedings, and until those matters are resolved, no legitimacy attaches to his claim.

“Dr. Bruce Asharku Quaye has no customary or legal authority to summon, convene, or preside over any meeting in the name of the Ngleshie Alata Paramount Stool,” the lawyers stated, adding that any such gathering lacks validity and has no binding effect on the recognized royal families or traditional institutions.

The Adanse Adjiri Moomli–Brofo Ashiyie Royal Family said the notice was issued to prevent public confusion, safeguard peace within the traditional area, and protect the integrity of ongoing proceedings.

The statement, signed by Muda Ade Lawal, Esq., emphasised that the family reserves all its rights under customary and statutory law and urged the public to exercise caution and restraint.

Copies of the statement were circulated to all media houses.

GAF Graduation: Mahama Opts for Military Look Once Again

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GAF Graduation: Mahama Opts for Military Look Once Again

In a notable departure from his typical corporate dress, President John Mahama appeared in a full military ceremonial uniform during the Ghana Military Academy graduation on January 30.

As officer cadets proudly marched on parade, the Commander-in-Chief stood out in the Ghana Air Force’s ceremonial uniform, complete with official insignia.

According to President Mahama, the ceremonial uniform was worn to honour the Ghana Air Force, recognising their quiet professionalism and commitment to national security, particularly in safeguarding the country’s skies and borders.

The move underscores a developing tradition, following a similar moment last year when President Mahama attended a military graduation in a white Ghana Navy ceremonial uniform.

Nana Oye Bampoe Addo Reaffirms President Mahama’s Commitment to Persons with Disability

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Nana Oye Bampoe Addo Reaffirms President Mahama’s Commitment to Persons with Disability

The Deputy Chief of Staff, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, has reiterated President John Dramani Mahama’s unwavering commitment to the empowerment and inclusion of persons living with disabilities (PWDs) in Ghana.

She made these remarks during a visit to the Dzorwulu Special School as part of activities marking her 60th birthday anniversary.

The visit formed part of her personal initiative to give back to society, with a special focus on vulnerable groups, particularly children with special needs.

Addressing staff and students at the school, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo emphasized that President Mahama’s administration remains resolute in promoting policies and programs that protect the rights, dignity, and welfare of persons with disabilities.

According to her, empowering PWDs is not only a social responsibility but also a critical component of national development.

She noted that government interventions under President Mahama are aimed at improving access to quality education, healthcare, and economic opportunities for persons with disability, while also ensuring the full implementation of Ghana’s disability laws and international commitments.

Nana Oye Bampoe Addo commended the management and teachers of the Dzorwulu Special School for their dedication to nurturing children with special needs, describing their work as “vital to building an inclusive and compassionate society.”

As part of the visit, she interacted with students and staff, offering words of encouragement and reaffirming government’s support for institutions that cater for persons with disability.

The event was marked by goodwill messages, reflections on inclusion, and a renewed call for collective action to ensure that persons living with disabilities are fully integrated into all aspects of national life.

60 Years of Purpose: Nana Oye Bampoe Addo Renews Pledge to the Vulnerable

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60 Years of Purpose: Nana Oye Bampoe Addo Renews Pledge to the Vulnerable

By Ebenezer Asare Bediako-Addo

As part of activities marking her 60th birthday, the Deputy Chief of Staff (Admin) and renowned human rights advocate, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, on Thursday marked the opening of her 60th birthday celebrations with a donation to the Dzorwulu Special School in Accra, using the milestone to renew a national call for stronger support for persons with disabilities and other marginalized groups.

The event, held at the school premises, brought together school authorities, students,
representatives from the Ministry of Education, officials of the Ghana Education Service (GES), members of the media, and invited guests.

Rather than a personal celebration, Nana Oye chose an act of service—underscoring her belief that national progress is measured by how a society treats its most vulnerable.

Speaking at the ceremony, Nana Oye described birthdays not merely as personal milestones, but as moments for reflection, gratitude, and recommitment to service. She noted that reaching the age of 60 had deepened her resolve to give back, particularly to children living with disabilities, whom she described as “equal bearers of promise, potential, and national worth.”

Education, she stressed, remains the most powerful tool for empowerment and transformation. Drawing on her own life journey, Nana Oye credited education—anchored in faith, discipline, and opportunity— as the foundation of her personal and professional achievements.

Supporting education, especially for children with special needs, she said, is therefore both a moral duty and a patriotic responsibility.

For decades, Nana Oye has been a consistent voice for the downtrodden, the voiceless, and
those pushed to the margins of society. From her work in human rights law to her public service roles, she has championed justice, dignity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, with a particular focus on women, children, and individuals living with disabilities.

Her decision to donate to Dzorwulu Special School, she explained, was informed by the institution’s longstanding commitment to empowering learners with special needs and
restoring hope through quality education.

She expressed confidence that the items donated would enhance teaching and learning, improve student wellbeing, and strengthen the school’s capacity to nurture independent and confident citizens.

Nana Oye used the occasion to call for sustained national investment in persons with
disabilities, urging government institutions, the private sector, civil society, and citizens to work collectively to remove barriers and expand opportunities.

“Disability has never been an inability,” she emphasized, adding that the stories of persons living with disabilities continue to demonstrate resilience, excellence, and untapped national potential.

The ceremony concluded with expressions of appreciation from the school’s management and warm interactions with students— reflecting a celebration rooted not in ceremony, but in service to Ghana and its people

Union of African Journalists Nominates Tobinco Group’s Madugu for 62nd Training Session in Cairo

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Union of African Journalists Nominates Tobinco Group’s Madugu for 62nd Training Session in Cairo

The Union of African Journalists (UAJ), in collaboration with the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has nominated Award-winning Ghanaian journalist Ebenezer Madugu to participate in the 62nd Training Session for Young African Journalists scheduled to take place in Cairo, Egypt.

The nomination was formally conveyed in a letter, which highlights Mr. Madugu’s professional credentials and suitability for the prestigious continental training programme.

Ebenezer Madugu is a journalist with the Tobinco Media Group (TMG), working across Atinka Online, Radio, and Television.
He is a news anchor known for his in-depth reporting on democracy, governance, and public accountability.

Mr. Madugu is also the recipient of the GJA–Akoto Ampaw Award for Democracy and Good Governance, an honour that recognizes journalists who demonstrate exceptional commitment to democratic values and responsible journalism.

According to the GJA, the nominee meets the required age bracket and possesses the requisite skills and capacity to fully benefit from and contribute to the training session.

The 62nd Training Session for Young African Journalists is expected to bring together emerging media professionals from across the continent to enhance their skills, foster professional networks, and promote ethical and developmental journalism in Africa.

Ghanaian Student Builds a CPU from Scratch—One Transistor at a Time

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Ghanaian Student Builds a CPU from Scratch—One Transistor at a Time

Tyrone Iras Marhguy, a Ghanaian student and young academic achiever, has accomplished the extraordinary: he built a working 8-bit ALU entirely from discrete MOSFETs, right from his dorm room.

With no prior chip design experience, Tyrone spent over 250 hours designing, simulating, and verifying an arithmetic logic unit composed of 3,488 MOSFETs, capable of performing 19 distinct operations and rigorously tested with more than 1.2 million vectors.

By diving deep into every logic gate and electron, he gained a firsthand understanding of the mechanics behind the “black box” we call a CPU. Phase 1 is complete, with optimisation, PCB assembly, soldering, and debugging next.

Tyrone’s work demonstrates that with MOSFETs, meticulous effort, and determination, computers could have existed long before cars. Beyond technical mastery, he is also recognised for his advocacy on religious freedom in education, proving that brilliance and principled leadership can go hand in hand.

AFCON Finale Marred by Sanctions, Senegal Still Crowned Champions

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AFCON Finale Marred by Sanctions, Senegal Still Crowned Champions

CAF has imposed sweeping sanctions on Senegal and Morocco after disciplinary breaches during the 2025 AFCON final, while rejecting Morocco’s protest and officially confirming Senegal as champions.

Following a review by its Disciplinary Board, CAF declared that the Senegal and Morocco football federations, as well as several players and officials, were guilty of breaching CAF’s code on fair play, integrity, and proper conduct, actions which discredited the sport.

Senegal faced the toughest sanctions after the final, including fines and suspensions affecting players, officials, and supporters.

Head coach Pape Bouna Thiaw was suspended for five CAF matches and fined USD 100,000 for actions deemed unsporting and damaging to the game’s reputation.

Senegalese players Iliman Cheikh Baroy Ndiaye and Ismaila Sarr were each banned for two matches for unsporting conduct toward the referee in the AFCON 2025 final.

CAF fined the FSF USD 300,000 for supporter misconduct and another USD 300,000 for unsporting behaviour by the team’s players and staff. An additional USD 15,000 was imposed after five yellow cards were issued to Senegal players during the match.

CAF also imposed penalties on Morocco after multiple disciplinary breaches involving players, officials, and matchday operations. Defender Achraf Hakimi received a two-match suspension, with one match deferred for a year, while midfielder Ismaël Saibari was banned for three matches and fined USD 100,000 for unsporting behaviour during the AFCON 2025 final.

The Fédération Royale Marocaine de Football (FRMF) was penalised USD 200,000 for inappropriate behaviour by stadium ball boys and USD 100,000 for players and technical staff obstructing the VAR review area. An additional USD 15,000 fine was imposed after reports that Moroccan supporters used laser devices during the AFCON 2025 final.

CAF dismissed Morocco’s protest against Senegal, ruling the claims that the champions abandoned the match were unfounded under AFCON rules.

“This means that CAF rejected Morocco’s appeal, which argued that Senegal should be stripped of the title for abandoning the match after walking off the pitch. Hence, Senegal have officially been declared AFCON 2025 winners,” the statement read.

The governing body emphasised that the sanctions were taken to preserve the principles of fair play, integrity, and respect for match officials, noting that misconduct in high-profile tournaments will be met with severe penalties, regardless of team stature.

CAF’s rulings end a contentious AFCON 2025, emphasizing a more stringent disciplinary strategy to safeguard African football’s reputation and legitimacy.

Interior Minister Highlights Need for Sustainable Migration Management

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Interior Minister Highlights Need for Sustainable Migration Management

The Interior Minister, Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak, called for migration policies that are both secure and compassionate, highlighting the need to address the human dimensions of migration alongside national security.

He spoke during the keynote address at the Centre for Migration Studies (CMS) 20th anniversary celebration, highlighting the need for a balanced and humane approach to migration governance.

The celebration marks 20 years of CMS’s research and policy leadership in migration studies, themed: “The Realities of Free Movement in Africa: Governance Norms and Social Transformation.”

Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak said CMS’s research has enhanced his understanding of migration’s human aspects, especially regarding security and governance.

He also highlighted the importance of research centres like CMS as bridges between academic research and practical policy implementation.

The Minister noted that the Centre’s body of work has significantly contributed to making Ghana a prominent hub for migration studies in Africa and expressed appreciation for CMS’s sustained impact on policy discussions at national and regional levels.

CMS Director Professor Mary Biatekmaa Setrana recounted her academic and professional trajectory, emphasizing strategic steps taken to increase postgraduate enrolment, elevate research output, and ensure the Centre’s work remains relevant to policymakers and practitioners.

CMS Director Professor Mary Biatekmaa Setrana reaffirmed the Centre’s commitment to policy-focused migration research in Africa.

The event was graced by Labour Minister Rashid Pelpuo, Gender Minister Dr. Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, University of Ghana Vice-Chancellor Professor Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, diplomats, and university staff.

GJA Gives Fire Service 14-Day Ultimatum Over Attacks on Journalists

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GJA Gives Fire Service 14-Day Ultimatum Over Attacks on Journalists

By Ebenezer Madugu

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has given the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) a 14-day ultimatum to issue a public statement on the status of investigations into the recent assault on a journalist, warning that legal action will follow if the leadership remains silent.

Addressing a press briefing at the Ghana International Press Centre in Accra, GJA President, Mr Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, welcomed President John Dramani Mahama’s confirmation that officers involved in the incident have been interdicted, describing it as a step in the right direction.

However, Mr Dwumfour expressed deep concern over what he described as the deafening silence of the GNFS leadership on what he termed a shameful act against the media.

GJA is worried that despite the public outrage, the leadership of the Fire Service has failed to communicate officially on the matter, calling for the immediate publication of findings from the service’s internal investigations.

He further urged the dismissal or reassignment of the Fire Service’s Public Relations Officer, whom he accused of mishandling public communication following the incident.

The GJA President also called on the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to ensure that the matter is handled with the full rigour of the law to serve as a deterrent to future attacks on journalists.

Attack on Peace FM Reporter
Mr Dwumfour also condemned the attack on Peace FM’s Eastern Regional Correspondent at Kukurantumi, who was allegedly assaulted by a police officer while lawfully carrying out his duties during an operation involving Fulani herdsmen.

According to the GJA, although a formal complaint was lodged, little progress has been made in investigating the incident.
“The journalist was working within the confines of the law, yet he was assaulted,” Mr Dwumfour stated, demanding an immediate investigation and appropriate sanctions against the officer involved.

Media General Correspondent Assaulted
The GJA further condemned the assault on Media General’s Upper East Regional Correspondent, Mr Kanwuley, who was reportedly attacked by military personnel.
Mr Dwumfour called on the military high command to investigate the incident thoroughly and ensure that the officers responsible are brought to justice.

Legal Action Looms
Reiterating the Association’s stance, Mr Dwumfour said the GJA’s legal team has begun preparing court action should the GNFS fail to respond within the 14-day ultimatum.
“The days of impunity are over,” he stressed. “Journalists will no longer be assaulted without consequences”.

GJA Warns Against Attacks on Journalists During NPP Primaries

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GJA Warns Against Attacks on Journalists During NPP Primaries

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has cautioned political party supporters and security personnel to refrain from attacking journalists during the upcoming New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries.
Speaking at a press briefing at the Ghana International Press Centre in Accra, GJA President, Mr Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, said the Association would closely monitor the conduct of the primaries across the country.

He warned that any individual or group found to have assaulted or harassed journalists in the line of duty would be exposed publicly.

“The GJA will name and shame anyone who harms a journalist during the primaries,” he said.

Mr Dwumfour stressed that journalists play a critical role in Ghana’s democratic process and must be allowed to work freely and safely, urging political actors to respect media freedom.

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