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Police Arrest Five Suspects Over Armed Robbery Attack in Ahafo Region
Five suspects have been arrested by the Ghana Police Service in connection with an armed robbery incident in the Ahafo Region. The suspects allegedly attacked a vehicle conveying cash and valuables, leading to injuries and property loss. Police recovered some stolen items and weapons during the operation and continue investigations to apprehend additional accomplices.
Read more: https://www.myjoyonline.com/police-arrest-five-suspects-over-armed-robbery-attack-in-ahafo-region/
When Prophecy Fails: A Case of Prophet El-Bernard Nelson Eshun (An article)
The article examines the case of Prophet El-Bernard Nelson Eshun, whose widely publicized prophecy regarding the outcome of the NPP presidential primary failed to materialize. It explores the broader implications of unfulfilled prophecies in Ghanaian Christianity, including public disappointment, questions of credibility, and the emotional and spiritual impact on followers when expectations are not met. Read more: https://www.myjoyonline.com/when-prophecy-fails-a-case-of-prophet-el-bernard-nelson-eshun/
“I’m Not Asking You to Stay Nor Leave, But I’ll Be Back” – Bernard El-Bernard Tells Congregation After Botched NPP Prophecy
Prophet Bernard El-Bernard addressed his congregation following the failure of his prophecy concerning the NPP flagbearer race. He stated he is not pressuring members to stay or leave the church but assured them he would return stronger. The statement reflects efforts to manage fallout and maintain community trust amid public scrutiny over the inaccurate prediction. Read more: https://www.myjoyonline.com/im-not-asking-you-to-stay-nor-leave-but-ill-be-back-bernard-elbernard-tells-congregation-after-botched-npp-prophesy/
“Do Not Fake the Voice of God” – Methodist Presiding Bishop Warns as Prophetic Failures Rock Christianity
The Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana has issued a strong caution to religious leaders and prophets against fabricating divine messages, amid growing concerns over repeated prophetic inaccuracies in Ghanaian Christianity. The statement urges integrity, humility, and accountability in prophetic ministry to preserve the credibility of the faith and protect congregants from disillusionment. Read more: https://www.myjoyonline.com/do-not-fake-the-voice-of-god-methodist-presiding-bishop-warns-as-prophetic-failures-rock-christianity/
We’re Far Advanced with Establishment of Women’s Bank – Mahama
President John Dramani Mahama has announced significant progress toward establishing a dedicated Women’s Bank in Ghana. The initiative aims to provide tailored financial services, credit access, and economic empowerment for women entrepreneurs and small-scale business owners, aligning with broader gender-inclusive economic policies. Read more: https://www.myjoyonline.com/were-far-advanced-with-establishment-of-womens-bank-mahama/
Mahama Inaugurates SheaPark Resource Hub to Drive Industrial Growth in Upper West
President John Dramani Mahama officially inaugurated the SheaPark Resource Hub in Wa, Upper West Region, to boost shea butter processing, value addition, and industrial development. The facility aims to empower local women shea collectors, create jobs, enhance export potential, and position the region as a key player in Ghana’s agro-industrial sector. Read more: https://www.myjoyonline.com/mahama-inaugurates-sheapark-resource-hub-to-drive-industrial-growth-in-upper-west/
\President Mahama to Embark on Three-Day State Visit to Zambia
President John Dramani Mahama will undertake a three-day State visit to Zambia from February 4 to 6, 2026, at the invitation of President Hakainde Hichilema. Accompanied by First Lady Lordina Dramani Mahama, the visit aims to strengthen bilateral ties, boost trade and investment, and advance opportunities under AfCFTA. Highlights include an address to Zambia’s National Assembly on Ghana’s vision for integrated Africa, a meeting with the Ghanaian community in Lusaka, and a Ghana–Zambia Business Dialogue showcasing digital technologies and fintech. The trip underscores Mahama’s focus on interconnected African development, infrastructure, trade, and youth employment.
Read More: https://citinewsroom.com/2026/02/mahama-to-embark-on-three-day-state-visit-to-zambia/
‘We See What Others Can’t See’ – Mussa Dankwah Fires at Party Researchers After NPP Primary
Global InfoAnalytics Executive Director Mussa Dankwah has criticized self-styled political researchers and analysts for misinterpreting polling data following the NPP presidential primary outcome. He defended his firm’s accurate forecast of Dr. Bawumia’s 56.48% victory (missing by just 0.5% within margin of error) while noting Kennedy Agyapong underperformed expectations. Dankwah stressed the distinction between pollsters (who provide leads) and researchers (who probe reasons), warning against turning polls into in-depth studies. He attributed Bawumia’s win partly to undecided delegates shifting amid campaign controversies, and highlighted Bryan Acheampong’s outperformance. The tone is advisory and corrective on professional polling limits.
Read More: https://citinewsroom.com/2026/02/we-see-what-others-cant-see-mussa-dankwah-fires-party-researchers/
President Mahama Reacts to IShowSpeed’s Shea Butter Massage Experience During Ghana Tour
President John Dramani Mahama shared a light-hearted reaction to American streamer IShowSpeed‘s viral shea butter massage at the Shea Butter Museum in Accra during his January 26, 2026, Ghana tour. Speaking at the SheaPark Resource Hub launch in Wa on February 1, Mahama recounted his children showing him the video: “About 10 girls, all with shea butter, were massaging this boy… The way he was enjoying it, he opened his mouth as if he couldn’t breathe. That guy, I’m sure he’ll come back here.” The moment tied into nostalgia for northern Ghanaian heritage and highlighted the “IShowSpeed Effect” in promoting Ghanaian culture, tourism, and shea butter globally.
Read More: https://www.myjoyonline.com/president-mahama-reacts-to-ishowspeeds-shea-butter-massage-experience-during-ghana-tour/
NPP Race: What All the Defeated Candidates Said After Losing to Bawumia
Following Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s victory in the January 31, 2026, NPP presidential primary, the defeated candidates issued statements of concession and support. The article details their reactions, focusing on pledges of unity, acceptance of results, and commitment to party strength ahead of 2028. Specific quotes and tones reflect sportsmanship and forward-looking collaboration within the NPP.
Read More: https://www.myjoyonline.com/npp-race-what-all-the-defeated-candidates-said-after-losing-to-bawumia/
2028 Elections: Bawumia Will Defeat the NDC – Prof Mike Oquaye
Former Speaker of Parliament and NPP elder statesman Prof. Mike Oquaye predicted Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia will defeat the NDC in the 2028 elections. In a January 31, 2026, JoyNews interview, Oquaye cited Bawumia’s achievements, innovative policies, and structural reforms as Vice President, calling him the best leader in the Fourth Republic and attributing NDC fear to his inevitable victory.
Read More: https://www.myjoyonline.com/2028-elections-bawumia-will-defeat-the-ndc-prof-mike-oquaye/
CAGD Suspends Salaries of 2,563 Public Sector Workers After Nationwide Headcount Exercise
The Controller and Accountant-General’s Department (CAGD) has suspended salaries for 2,563 public sector workers who failed to appear for verification during a 2025 nationwide headcount exercise by the Ghana Audit Service across MDAs. Announced via press release, the action—recommended by the Auditor-General—aims to eliminate payroll irregularities and strengthen integrity. Affected workers must contact the Audit Service for clearance; salaries will resume only after verification. January 2026 salaries were paid to verified employees.
Read More: https://www.ghanaweb.com/GhanaHomePage/business/CAGD-suspends-salaries-of-2-563-public-sector-workers-after-nationwide-headcount-exercise-2019701
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Russian Embassy Criticized for “Empty” Statement on Viral Exploitation Videos involving Citizen
The Embassy of the Russian Federation in Ghana has issued a brief statement in the wake of widespread public anger and social media uproar over allegations that Russian nationals are luring young Ghanaian women into filmed sexual encounters for online distribution without consent.
The release posted on X on February 16, 2026, fails to condemn the alleged exploitation, non-consensual recording, and distribution of intimate material by its nationals.
“The Embassy of the Russian Federation in the Republic of Ghana has taken note of the reports in the Ghanaian media on the alleged involvement of a supposedly Russian citizen engaged in sexual activities with some Ghanaian women and recorded those acts without consent,” the post read.
The response comes after days of viral outrage on X, TikTok, Instagram, and WhatsApp groups, where screenshots, testimonies, and alleged links to explicit content prompted hashtags such as #ProtectGhanaianWomen and #StopTheRussianScheme.
MP Sam George, chair of the Parliamentary Committee on Gender, Children and Social Protection, has announced Ghana’s intent to pursue extradition if the primary suspect.
Responses on X
Responses to the post have been stronly worded. One person posted:
“Never trust those Russian scum. They throw African men into their war as cannon fodder & treat African women like disposable sex toys. Pure racist evil. Predators, not partners. WAKE UP AFRICA.”
Another asked:
“Any action taken?”
Another asked:
“So after taking the note, what next?”
Ghanaian authorities have disclosed they will pursue extradition proceedings against the man, said to have left Ghana.
The decision was announced by Member of Parliament Sam George on February 13, 2026, following weeks of public outrage over the alleged scheme.
According to Sam George — who chairs the Parliamentary Committee on Gender, Children and Social Protection — the suspect is believed to be a Russian national who used dating apps and social media to target young Ghanaian women, particularly students and professionals in Accra and other urban centres.
Victims were reportedly lured with promises of money, gifts or relationships, only to discover later that explicit videos were uploaded to adult websites and shared in private groups, often leading to blackmail, humiliation and threats.
A now-viral video purports to show the Russian national who previously gained attention in Ghana for controversial secret videos being arrested in Tokyo.
The video captures the man often identified in online reports by the username “Yaytsesl” being handcuffed and his rights being read to him by a Japanese law enforcement officer.
Arrest captured in partially verified video
The partially blurred footage circulating online shows Japanese police officers informing the man of his rights to remain silent in English while placing him under arrest.
In the video, officers say they had reviewed his online content before taking action.
The man is heard responding that he had never been arrested before and asking what personal items he would be allowed to bring.
The authenticity of the footage has not been independently verified.
Background: online activity linked to Ghana controversy
The suspect had drawn international attention after posting videos involving escapes with women in Kenya and Ghana that sparked widespread backlash.
The content allegedly included exploitative online material tied to vulnerable individuals, which triggered outrage among social media users and prompted calls for investigation.
Ghanaian authorities later confirmed they were aware of the situation and had initiated inquiries into the man’s activities while he was in the country. Officials indicated they were cooperating with international partners as part of broader investigations.
Reports from African and Russian media described the man as a self-proclaimed “pick-up artist” and online blogger in his 30s who travelled to Ghana and other African countries, where he allegedly recorded interactions with women without their knowledge.
Media outlets in both regions also alleged that he used sunglasses equipped with a hidden camera to capture some of the encounters and later shared the footage on social media, although authorities have not officially confirmed these claims.
Cross-border legal implications
Japanese police have not publicly disclosed the exact charges, but the arrest, if confirmed, highlights how digital activity can lead to international law enforcement action. Authorities reportedly acted after reviewing evidence linked to his online conduct.
The case has also sparked debate in Ghana about online exploitation, digital regulation, and the protection of vulnerable populations in the age of social media.
In Ghana, under the Cybersecurity Act 2020, the law punishes those who share nude photos or videos online, especially of women and children, often for revenge or blackmail.
Several Ghanaian traders are feared dead after a truck carrying tomato merchants from Ghana was attacked by suspected terrorists in Titao, Burkina Faso, on Saturday, February 14, 2026.
In an official statement issued on February 14, 2026, Ghana’s Ministry of the Interior and National Security described the incident as “disturbing,” reflecting the gravity of the situation, but kept its lips tight about casualties.
The release, signed by Minister Mohammed-Mubarak Muntaka (MP), stated that the vehicle transporting the traders was caught in the terrorist attack in the northern Burkinabè town of Titao, near the Ghana border.
“The Ghana Embassy in Burkina Faso is liaising with the officials of Burkina Faso to visit the attack site for details and identification of Ghanaians caught in the attack,” the statement read. “Further details would be communicated to the public.”
While no official casualty figures have been released by Ghanaian or Burkinabè authorities as of February 15, 2026, and the identities of those affected remain unconfirmed, reports on social media, where the news about the attack first broke, suggest at least seven of the traders hit have died.
The attack took place in a region of Burkina Faso that has seen frequent jihadist incursions by groups linked to al-Qaeda and Islamic State affiliates operating in the Sahel.
Cross-border trade in agricultural goods, especially tomatoes, onions, and other perishables, is a major economic lifeline for communities on both sides of the Ghana-Burkina Faso frontier. However, escalating insecurity in northern Burkina Faso has increasingly disrupted commercial movements, raised insurance costs, and threatened livelihoods.
The Ministry’s prompt public communication reflects growing concern over the safety of Ghanaian nationals operating in volatile border areas. Ghanaian consular officials are expected to provide further updates as more information emerges from the joint site visit.
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