Nigeria’s Defence Minister, General Christopher Musa (retd.), says the country’s growing security ties with Türkiye will not weaken its long-standing defence relationship with the United States, stressing that Nigeria’s non-aligned approach allows it to partner with multiple global powers to address its security challenges.
Canadian gold exploration firm Zodiac Gold Inc. has kicked off its 2026 exploration activities at the Todi Gold Project in Liberia, committing $6.1 million to drilling and trenching at the Ben Ben target.
Ghana’s President John Mahama has been ranked fifth on DEVEX’s Power 50 list of the world’s most influential figures in global development, recognized for his leadership on the Accra Reset initiative, which aims to redefine Africa’s relationship with the global North.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has dismissed claims that it requested or received money from the family of Nana Agyei Ahiya, the 18-year-old Ghanaian student who died under disputed circumstances in Latvia.
President Mahama has urged West African nations to work together to tackle security, economic, and social challenges, stressing that regional cooperation is essential to counter terrorism and promote stability.
Ghana forfeited an estimated US$54.1 billion to trade-related illicit financial flows between 2013 and 2022, ranking third among Africa’s most affected countries, according to a Global Financial Integrity report. The findings highlight widespread trade misinvoicing, particularly in key export sectors such as gold, cocoa and oil, and warn that without urgent reforms, the losses will continue to undermine the country’s development and economic sovereignty.
Ghana has urged African leaders to unite behind a bold push for $100 billion in annual climate adaptation and mitigation finance, stressing that the continent cannot tackle escalating climate impacts alone. Speaking on behalf of President Mahama, Minister Alhaji Baba Seidu Issifu highlighted Africa’s disproportionate climate burden and called for fair, accessible financing, strengthened partnerships, and collective action to turn adaptation into a driver of sustainable growth and industrialisation.
Zenith Bank (Ghana) Ltd has announced the appointment of Charles Boakye Nimako as its new Board Chairman. He succeeds Mrs Freda Yahan Duplan, who has led the Board since 2020, marking a new phase in the Bank’s leadership and governance.
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is holding its presidential primary today, with five candidates contesting for the party’s flagbearer position. An aspirant must secure more than 50 per cent of valid votes to win outright, otherwise a run-off between the top two contenders will be held within 14 days.
Ghana’s bank NPLs fell to 18.9% in December 2025, down from 21.8% last year.
The Bank of Ghana says efforts to tackle bad loans and enforce stricter credit rules are ongoing.
Despite the decline, NPLs remain relatively high.
