Wednesday, February 25, 2026 – Welcome to our rolling news update from Ghana, providing the latest developments with global relevance. Return frequently for fresh additions as stories break.

Paramount Chief of Bunkprugu Rejects Nullification Ruling amid Threats

The Paramount Chief of Bunkprugu, Naba Alhaji Abuba Nasinmong, has rejected a ruling by the National House of Chiefs declaring his enskinment null and void, vowing to challenge it in the Supreme Court. He affirmed his rightful claim to the position, stating, “I’m saying that I am the rightful owner of Bunkprugu… This will not end here.” The decision follows nearly two decades of legal disputes over his 2007 installation, despite a 2025 Gazette affirming his status, amid ongoing traditional tensions in the community.
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Police Uncover Suspected Cannabis Worth Over GH¢1.4 Million in Impounded Truck

Police in Ghana’s Oti Region discovered 91 bales containing 7,173 slabs of suspected cannabis, valued at over GH¢1.4 million, hidden under 320 cartons of bottled water in an intercepted Volvo truck at the Bonakye checkpoint on December 29, 2025. The driver and one occupant fled, leaving the keys behind. A court order enabled the search on February 24, 2026, involving multiple agencies. No arrests have been made, but investigations continue, with police urging public cooperation to combat drug trafficking.
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Poll Reveals Widespread Public Approval of Chief Justice’s Halt to EC and Special Prosecutor Removals

A Global InfoAnalytics poll from February 21-24, 2026, involving 3,191 respondents, shows 47% approval for Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie’s ruling halting removal proceedings against Electoral Commission (EC) leadership, with 30% disapproval and 23% neutral; 48% approved the decision on Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng. The CJ ruled on January 26, 2026, that petitions alleging misconduct did not meet constitutional thresholds. Support crossed party lines, with stronger backing from NDC voters, amid political tensions over institutional independence.
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No Indisciplined Students Will Be Pampered – Education Ministry Warns

Ghana’s Education Ministry, through Deputy Minister Dr. Clement Apaak, has warned that no indisciplined students will be tolerated or pampered, emphasizing the need for safe learning environments. Speaking at a sponsors’ appreciation event in Accra on February 25, 2026, he stated disruptive or criminal behavior will face the full force of the law. While acknowledging most students are focused, the ministry aims to protect every child’s right to quality education free from chaos, aligning with ongoing discipline-strengthening efforts.
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Clement Apaak Defends Dog and Cat Meat Consumption, Rejects Health and Ethical Criticism

Deputy Education Minister Dr. Clement Apaak, identifying as Global President of the Dog Meat Eaters Association (DOGMEA), has defended the consumption of dog and cat meat against criticism from the Institute of Community Sustainability. He dismissed health concerns, questioning if consumers have reported issues, and rejected ethical criticisms as subjective, emphasizing cultural heritage and ancestral principles. Apaak described the practice as a birthright integral to identity and social bonding, urging confident adherence to traditions.
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Four Arrested for Posing as Security Operatives in Illegal Anti-Galamsey Extortion

Nkawie Divisional Police arrested four individuals in Ashanti Region for impersonating national security operatives and extorting miners under the guise of anti-illegal mining enforcement. The suspects used a pump-action gun and a pickup linked to an NDC constituency chairman. This follows similar incidents, including arrests in January 2026 and October 2025, highlighting criminal exploitation of anti-galamsey efforts. Investigations continue, with police stressing the offence undermines public confidence.
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US Africa Command Signals Readiness to Partner West Africa in Counter-Terrorism Efforts

Gen Dagvin Anderson, Commander of US Africa Command (AFRICOM), expressed grave concern over the spreading violent terrorist threat in West Africa, noting networks have rooted in the Sahel’s ungoverned spaces and expanded toward coastal states. He highlighted spillover effects like mass migration, displacement, and attacks on civilians, including recent killings of Ghanaian traders in border areas. Anderson stressed that no single nation can combat terrorism alone and affirmed AFRICOM’s willingness to partner regionally through collaboration and support to address evolving threats.
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GRA Interdicts 5 Customs Officers Over Transit Cargo Irregularities

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has interdicted five officers from its Customs Division with immediate effect, pending an internal investigation into alleged procedural breaches. The action follows a February 18, 2026, enforcement operation on transit cargo declared for movement to Niger, where discrepancies in documentation and non-compliance with transit procedures were uncovered. GRA stated that its commitment to safeguarding national revenue, supporting local industries, and upholding high standards of professionalism and accountability amid the ongoing probe.
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Police Intercept Two Trucks with 152 Bales of Suspected Narcotics in Western Region

Western Regional Police intercepted two trucks carrying 152 bales of dried leaves suspected to be narcotics on February 22, 2026, at Assorkor barrier near Shama. The first truck (Kia Rhino, GE 8965-12) was abandoned by fleeing occupants; the second (Hyundai Gold, GS 3368-17) was traced to Nkroful near Sekondi. Three suspects—Moses Kwaku Tawiah (44), Kwame Kontor (44), and Kwabena Forson (55)—were arrested, with two later attempting a GH¢69,000 bribe for release. Each bale held about 80 slabs of compressed substance; vehicles, cash, and suspects remain in custody for further investigation.
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Importer MAN-GOO LIMITED Named in GH¢85 Million Tax Evasion Bid Involving Edible Oils

MAN-GOO LIMITED has been identified as the importer behind an attempted GH¢85 million tax evasion scheme by misdeclaring transit cargo of edible cooking oil, tomato paste, and spaghetti from Togo through Ghana to Niger. The company sought escort for 10 trucks but used 18; GRA rejected the application on January 8, 2026, yet trucks moved, leading to interception of 12 on February 18 along Dawhenya–Tema Road. Potential revenue loss was GH¢82.7 million. Finance Minister directed full investigations, disciplinary actions against involved Customs officers, and criminal probes; impounded goods face auction, with new measures to curb such transit abuses.
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Two Shot Dead in Keri Amid Longstanding Nkwanta Township Ownership Dispute

Two individuals, Asunke Joseph and Anasechor Bob, were shot dead late Sunday evening in Keri, a farming community in Nkwanta South Municipality, Oti Region. The incident ties to a protracted ethnic dispute over Nkwanta township ownership involving three groups, which has caused intermittent violence, property destruction, and displacement. Asunke had recently fled to Dambai but returned to harvest yams when attacked. Oti Regional Police confirmed the killings, launched investigations, urged calm and information from residents, and noted an upcoming Municipal Security Council meeting to prevent reprisals amid tense but controlled conditions.
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Parliament Approves GH¢9.8 Billion Allocation for GETFund in 2026

Ghana’s Parliament has approved GH¢9.8 billion for the Ghana Education Trust Fund (GETFund) in the 2026 fiscal year to fund education projects and programmes. The allocation includes GH¢4.2 billion for the Free Senior High School policy, GH¢1.5 billion for tertiary education (with GH¢300 million for scholarships), GH¢230 million for completing basic school infrastructure, and GH¢310 million for new facilities. The approval supports ongoing efforts to enhance access and quality across basic, secondary, and tertiary sub-sectors.
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Economic Crisis Costs Lives, Not Just Livelihoods – Speaker Bagbin Warns MPs

Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin cautioned MPs that Ghana’s economic crisis inflicts irreversible loss of lives beyond mere livelihoods, citing the recent death of hit-and-run victim Charles Amissah denied emergency care at multiple hospitals. Responding to a statement linking the tragedy to economic decline, Bagbin urged avoiding politicization of healthcare and economic challenges, noting no administration has achieved a flawless emergency system. He called for focused resolution of current issues rather than partisan debates, emphasizing the human cost of instability.
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