
Ghana’s judiciary has become vulnerable to partisan influence – Yaw Nsarkoh
The former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has warned that Ghana’s judiciary has become structurally vulnerable to partisan influence.
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The former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has warned that Ghana’s judiciary has become structurally vulnerable to partisan influence.

Former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has argued that appointing more judges and establishing additional courts will not resolve Ghana’s judicial challenges unless the underlying causes of disputes in…

The police have forwarded the case docket on Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS) headmaster Zakaria Abdulai to the Attorney General for study and advice following an investigation into a rape complaint filed by a student. Bekwai…

A US$28-billion agreement signed between the Petroleum Hub Development Corporation (PHDC) and an investment consortium led by Global Sphere of the United Arab Emirates has rekindled optimism across the Ghanaian and broader African energy…

Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin has filed fresh defamation suits against Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) Chief Executive Officer Sammy Gyamfi and National Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme (NEIP) CEO Eric Adjei following…

The President of the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), Jacob Anaba, has accused the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) of failing to act promptly on alleged abuse at Obuasi Senior High Technical School (SHTS),…

Former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has called for reforms to Ghana’s prosecutorial system.

Former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has questioned the judiciary’s use of contempt powers, arguing that the authority should not be used to discourage legitimate scrutiny of judicial decisions.…

Former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has questioned the state’s approach to alleged speech offences, arguing that the apparent urgency in pursuing people over social media posts contrasts with its…

The former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has called for improved resourcing and a comprehensive operational review of Ghana’s judicial system, arguing that adding more judges alone will not resolve…

The former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has challenged Ghana’s professional class and media organisations to move beyond partisan disputes and focus more on the country’s development challenges,…

Parliament is scheduled to reconvene on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, for the Third Meeting of the Second Session of the Ninth Parliament of the Fourth Republic.

Former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh has argued that Ghana must address the professional and career risks faced by judges who make decisions that displease powerful political interests, warning that…

Former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has criticised successive governments for failing to adequately address illegal mining and recurring flooding.

Former Executive Vice President of Unilever Ghana and Nigeria, Yaw Nsarkoh, has called for the establishment of an independent authority to oversee appointments to Ghana’s superior courts, arguing that the President should have no role in…

QNET has described cooperation with law-enforcement agencies and international bodies as central to its efforts to counter fraud and protect people targeted by schemes that misuse the company’s name. Speaking at the VCON Malaysia 2026…

The Minerals Commission has denied allegations by Narawa Company Limited that it unlawfully terminated the company’s mining leases and handed over its operations to an individual.

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has commended the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) for progress in formalising artisanal gold trading and channelling the trade through regulated channels.

The Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Yusif Sulemana, has fulfilled his pledge of GH¢100,000 and three mechanised boreholes to the people of Mandari in the Savannah Region.

A newborn baby boy has been rescued after farmers returning from their farms found him abandoned in a bush at Sombo in the Wa Municipality. The farmers reportedly heard the baby crying and went to investigate, only to find him naked and…

The Cedar Impact Network, in collaboration with KNUST Basic School, is championing the reuse of learning materials to support deprived schools through its “Don’t Throw It Away, Donate It” initiative.

The Gender Centre for Empowering Development (GenCED) has called for a thorough investigation, institutional accountability and stronger safeguards for students amid sexual abuse allegations involving the headmaster of Obuasi Senior High…

The Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC Legon) has once again reinforced its reputation as one of Ghana’s most outstanding second-cycle institutions. Renowned for its consistent excellence across a wide range of academic…

Jonamass Travel and Tours has been named Tour Operator of the Year 2026 in the Western Region at the Western Regional Tourism Awards. The company received the award at a ceremony held earlier this month at The Grove Essipon Resort. The…