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Pastor Remanded for Fraud, Man Steals Police Armored Car, and Other Big Stories in Ghana Today
We have curated the most relevant stories from Ghana for your enjoyment and awareness, covering calls for a reshaping of IMF support to Africa, major security incidents, ongoing legal battles involving anti-corruption institutions, education funding relief for students abroad, and a temporary suspension of a traders’ strike following government dialogue.
BoG Governor Urges IMF to Reshape Support to Africa
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit has called on the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to fundamentally reshape its approach to supporting African economies, arguing that current frameworks often fail to address the continent’s unique structural challenges. Speaking at a high-level forum, Dr. Pandit emphasised the need for more flexible, tailored, and development-focused assistance that prioritises long-term growth rather than short-term fiscal targets. He noted that many African countries, including Ghana, continue to face external shocks such as volatile commodity prices and global conflicts, which require more innovative and context-sensitive policy tools from multilateral institutions.
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26-Year-Old in Custody Over Alleged Theft of Police Armoured Truck
A 26-year-old man is in police custody after allegedly stealing an armoured police vehicle in Accra. The suspect reportedly drove the truck away from a police station before abandoning it a short distance away.
Police have launched a full investigation into the incident, which has raised serious questions about security lapses at state facilities. The vehicle has since been recovered, and authorities say they are working to establish the full circumstances surrounding the theft.
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Pastor Love Remanded Over Alleged GH¢180,000 Car Fraud in Accra
A pastor identified as Love has been remanded into custody by an Accra court over allegations that he defrauded a car dealer of GH¢180,000. The suspect reportedly posed as a genuine buyer and took possession of a luxury vehicle without making full payment. Police investigations revealed a pattern of similar fraudulent activities, prompting the arrest. The case has drawn public attention due to the suspect’s religious standing.
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Mahama’s Govt Isn’t Against OSP – Deputy AG
Deputy Attorney-General Justice Srem Sai has clarified that the government is not opposed to the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) but is only seeking constitutional clarity on its prosecutorial powers. He stated that the Attorney-General’s Department is working to ensure anti-corruption efforts remain effective while respecting the provisions of the 1992 Constitution. The remarks come amid ongoing legal debates over the OSP’s mandate.
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Only Constitutional Amendment Can Fix OSP Problem – Deputy AG
The Deputy Attorney-General has asserted that only a constitutional amendment can fully resolve the current legal uncertainties surrounding the prosecutorial powers of the Office of the Special Prosecutor. He explained that Parliament cannot, through ordinary legislation, vary the Attorney-General’s constitutional authority under Article 88. The statement underscores the government’s position that any lasting solution must come through proper constitutional channels.
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Government Releases Funds to Clear Scholarship Arrears for Ghanaian Students in UK
The government has released funds to clear outstanding scholarship arrears owed to Ghanaian students studying in the United Kingdom. The payment is expected to ease the financial difficulties faced by many students who had not received their stipends for several months. Education authorities say the move demonstrates the government’s commitment to supporting Ghanaian scholars abroad.
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Publican AI Traders Suspend Strike After Talks with Government
Traders operating under the Publican AI system have suspended their planned nationwide strike following fruitful discussions with government officials. The traders had protested against challenges posed by the new AI-driven customs valuation system. Both parties agreed to continue dialogue to address outstanding concerns and ensure smoother operations at the ports and borders.
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RNAQ Divorce Saga: Ex-Wife Demands Update on Alleged Assault Complaint
The ex-wife in the high-profile RNAQ divorce case has demanded an update from authorities on her alleged assault complaint against her former husband. The case, which has generated significant public interest, saw the court award her only GH¢300,000 while dismissing a GH¢50 million claim. She is now seeking clarity on the status of the criminal aspect of the matter.
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Accra, Ghana – The Kingdom of Morocco has donated 2,000 metric tons of fertilizer to Ghana in a significant gesture aimed at bolstering the country’s agricultural productivity and food security amid global supply chain challenges.
The donation comes amid a severe global fertiliser shortage, driven by the Iran conflict and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has blocked approximately 30% of global urea and phosphate trade, causing prices to surge by up to 85%, threatening a 10–15% drop in crop yields.
The global fertilizer crisis is heavily affecting importers in East Africa, India, and beyond, raising severe food security risks.
The fertilizer consignment from Morocco was officially received on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, during a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Accra. Ghana’s Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa welcomed the donation, describing it as timely and reflective of the deepening bilateral ties between Ghana and Morocco.
He noted that this marks the second such consignment from Morocco and revealed that discussions are ongoing for potential collaboration on local fertilizer production to ensure long-term self-reliance.
Morocco’s Ambassador to Ghana, Imane Ouaadil, described the donation as a continuation of Morocco’s commitment to supporting agricultural development across Africa. She emphasised that the fertilizer would help Ghanaian farmers improve productivity, build resilience against climate change and rising input costs, and contribute to national food security goals. The Chief Director at Ghana’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Khadijah Iddrisu, added that the support represents a practical outcome of sustained diplomatic engagement and would directly aid ongoing efforts to boost agricultural output.
The donation comes as Ghana intensifies efforts to reduce dependence on imported inputs and enhance domestic agricultural value chains.
Beyond agriculture, both countries are exploring expanded cooperation in areas such as visa facilitation and sports development to strengthen people-to-people relations further.
The move underscores Morocco’s growing role as a key partner in supporting African nations’ efforts to achieve food sovereignty and sustainable development.
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Toronto, Canada – A Ghanaian pastor and 14 other individuals have been arrested in Vaughan, Ontario, following a major year-long investigation by York Regional Police into an alleged sophisticated fraud scheme that diverted nearly $100,000 from a Canadian program designed to prevent homelessness.
Isaac Oppong, 38, described as the ringleader and a former pastor at Miracle Arena for All Nations from 2018 to 2025, was arrested alongside Richard Owusu, 27, Christiana Oppong, 41, and 12 other non-Ghanaian suspects. The group faces multiple serious charges, including fraud, identity fraud, laundering proceeds of crime, and conspiracy.
The investigation, dubbed Project Great One, was launched after officials detected several suspicious applications to the Homeless Prevention Program (HPP) containing false or misleading information between January and December 2024. Police estimate that approximately $99,600 was fraudulently obtained from the program, which provides emergency housing support to vulnerable people at risk of homelessness. During the probe, officers executed searches on 12 homes and 10 vehicles, uncovering evidence of what they described as a well-organized and sustained operation.
Oppong is alleged to have used his position of trust within the religious community to recruit others into the scheme. The case has sparked concern within both the Ghanaian diaspora and Canadian faith communities, as the funds were intended to support some of society’s most vulnerable individuals. Advocates have warned that such actions erode public trust in social support systems and deprive genuinely needy people of critical assistance.
Police say the investigation remains active, and they have not ruled out the possibility of additional suspects or victims coming to light. They have appealed to the public for any information that could help determine the full scale of the alleged fraud.
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