Ministry of Education Vows Swift Action After Student Violence Videos Go Viral
It was a day of shock and concern as disturbing videos began to circulate on social media, allegedly showing violent acts involving students from two schools in Ghana’s Central Region. The scenes quickly drew the attention of the Ministry of Education, prompting a strong response. Deputy Minister for Education, Clement Abas Apaak, signed a statement denouncing the acts as completely unacceptable. The Ministry assured the nation that immediate steps would be taken to address the situation. “The culprits and perpetrators can expect the most severe sanctions,” the statement warned, leaving no doubt about the seriousness with which the Ministry viewed the incident. In response to the viral videos, the Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES) was ordered to launch an urgent investigation. A crucial meeting was scheduled for 10:00 a.m. on February 23, 2026, at the GES headquarters in Accra, bringing together the Central Regional Director, district directors from the affected areas, and the heads of the implicated schools. As the investigation unfolds, the Ministry reaffirms its unwavering commitment to discipline, safety, and order in all of Ghana’s educational institutions. The public was assured that appropriate measures would be implemented once the facts were clear, demonstrating that student welfare remains a top priority. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Ministry Unveils Plans for Digital Church Registry Amid Thousands of Unregistered Churches
A sweeping effort to bring order and transparency to Ghana’s burgeoning religious sector is on the horizon, as the Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs announces plans for a nationwide digital registry of churches. On Wednesday, February 18, 2026, Minister Ahmed Ibrahim addressed Parliament, revealing that while over 2,200 churches are formally registered in Greater Accra as of 2025, thousands more operate nationwide without official recognition. Minister Ibrahim outlined the government’s intention to introduce a digital platform to streamline the registration process and provide accurate, real-time data on churches across the country. “We will establish a formal collaboration with the Registrar General’s Department, the Office of the Attorney General, and the Ministry of Justice to assess records of churches registered as companies limited by guarantee,” he stated. He further explained that metropolitan, municipal, and district assemblies would keep local registers of churches under their jurisdictions, while the new digital platform would empower churches to update their operational status regularly. This initiative, he said, aims to ensure accurate, comprehensive, and up-to-date data, critical for governance, planning, and regulatory oversight. Recent regional surveys show that in Greater Accra, 98.1% of churches are single-owner entities, with the remainder affiliated to larger denominations. Though the Registrar General’s Department does not publish a consolidated national figure, available data suggest that the total number of churches in Ghana is in the several thousands. The proposed digital registry will be linked to the Registrar General’s database, enabling verification of operational churches and enhancing transparency in the sector. Minister Ibrahim concluded, “This is a timely step toward modernising our administrative systems and strengthening accountability in the religious sector, which has experienced rapid growth in recent decades.” The Ghana Statistical Service, meanwhile, continues to track religious affiliations rather than registrations, with 71.2% of Ghanaians identifying as Christians, according to the 2021 Population and Housing Census. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Chief Justice Clears EC Chair, Deputies, and Special Prosecutor of Removal Petitions
The chapter on a series of high-profile removal petitions has come to a close, following a determination by Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie that no prima facie case exists to warrant further investigations against the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission, her deputies, or the Special Prosecutor. According to a statement released by the Presidency on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, President John Dramani Mahama had referred seven petitions for the removal of Electoral Commission Chair Jean Mensa and her deputies, along with three separate petitions targeting Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, to the Chief Justice. The referrals, made on November 25, 2025, were in line with Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution and Section 15 of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017 (Act 959), which requires the Chief Justice to determine if the petitions disclose a case worth investigating. By a letter dated January 26, 2026, the Chief Justice informed President Mahama that none of the petitions established sufficient grounds for removal proceedings against the officeholders. The announcement, signed by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Spokesperson to the President and Minister for Government Communications, effectively brings an end to current attempts to unseat the Electoral Commissioner, her deputies, and the Special Prosecutor. With this decision, the affected officials remain in office, as the legal threshold for further action has not been met. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Martin Kpebu Urges Publication of Petitions Against EC Chair, Special Prosecutor
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu is calling for full transparency in the ongoing debate over high-profile removal petitions against top public officials. On Wednesday, February 18, Kpebu urged authorities to publish the petitions seeking the removal of Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng, Electoral Commission Chairperson Jean Mensa, and her deputies, arguing that public access is essential for fair and objective discussion. Kpebu’s call follows a recent statement from the Presidency, which revealed that Chief Justice Paul Baffoe-Bonnie had ruled that the petitions failed to establish a prima facie case and would not proceed further. The petitions, seven in all, had been referred to the Chief Justice by President John Dramani Mahama in November 2025, in accordance with Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution and Section 15 of Act 959. Despite this ruling, Kpebu, whose own petition against the Special Prosecutor remains undecided, maintained that Ghanaians deserve to see the actual content of the petitions. “After that, let’s publish the petitions, so the public can comment too. Otherwise, it will just be based on people’s beliefs and biases. Without seeing the petitions, you cannot comment,” he told journalists. A statement issued on February 18, 2026, by the Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, confirmed the Chief Justice’s response, dated January 26, 2026, which stated that none of the petitions warranted further action. Kpebu insists that making the documents public would move national debate beyond speculation, allowing citizens to engage with the facts and contribute meaningfully to the discourse. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
NPP Sets September 2026 for National Executive Elections, Extends Mandates of Party Officials
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has mapped out a detailed timetable for its upcoming national executive elections, with the key poll slated for September 18 to 20, 2026. The announcement, made by General Secretary Justin Kodua Frimpong at a press conference on Wednesday, February 18, lays the groundwork for a series of internal electoral activities designed to ensure a smooth leadership transition within the party. According to Mr. Kodua Frimpong, the process begins with the opening and closing of nominations from August 10 to 14, 2026. Would-be aspirants will then file their nominations from August 15 to 17, followed by a vetting process scheduled for August 20 to 23. The vetting report is set to be presented on August 25, with any appeals to be heard from August 28 to 29. This comprehensive timeline is aimed at ensuring transparency and orderliness throughout the party’s electoral process. “The national executive elections are as follows: The processes and procedures, opening and closing of nominations shall be from August 10 -14, filing of nominations shall be on August 15-17, vetting of aspirants August 20-23, reading of vetting report shall be on August 25, appeals shall be taken from August 28-29. The elections shall be held between September 18-20, 2026,” Frimpong announced. To prevent disruptions during the electoral period, the NPP has also extended the tenure of office for polling station executives, constituency executives, branch executives, electoral area coordinators, and regional executives whose mandates would otherwise expire. Frimpong explained that this measure is intended to maintain order and continuity within the party’s ranks. “This will help not to distort the elections,” he assured. With these measures in place, the NPP is set to embark on a carefully orchestrated internal election process, aiming for a seamless transition of leadership. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
Newly Posted Teachers Give GES One-Month Ultimatum Over Delayed Staff IDs, Unpaid Salaries
A wave of frustration swept through the Ghana Education Service (GES) headquarters on Wednesday, February 18, as the 2024 batch of newly posted teachers staged a picket to demand urgent action over months of unpaid salaries and the delayed issuance of staff IDs. The group, who have been teaching in schools across the country since 2024, is calling on the GES to resolve these issues within one month or face “drastic action.” For many of the teachers, the situation has become dire. Some have not been paid for 12 months, others for as long as 14 months, despite having received financial clearance and diligently working in their assigned schools. The teachers say their documents, which district and regional authorities claimed were submitted, have gone missing at the national office, leaving them in limbo. Speaking to the media, Daniel Aidoo, the convenor for the group, voiced the collective frustration: “All that we are demanding is that they give us our staff IDs and acknowledge us as teachers employed by the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Education Service. We don’t want any back and forth. Whosoever is responsible for the issuance of our IDs should be held accountable.” The teachers are adamant that this cycle of delay and neglect should not be allowed to continue, warning that future batches should not have to endure the same ordeal. They have given the GES a one-month deadline to resolve the issue, stressing that if there is no progress, they will escalate their actions in pursuit of justice and recognition. Source: Apexnewsgh.com
ApexnewsGh Editor Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Earns Another Nomination at 4th Upper East GJA Awards
The Editor-in-Chief and founder of ApexnewsGh, Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen, has once again earned a nomination in the prestigious 4th Upper East Regional Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) Awards, reaffirming his place among the region’s most outstanding journalists. The announcement, made by the Regional Secretary of the Association, Anthony Adongo Apubeo, in a press release dated October 3, 2025, followed a rigorous vetting process chaired by Professor David Millar, alongside Dr. Samuel Adadi Akapule and Ms. Fatima Anafu-Astanga. This year’s nomination adds to Ngamegbulam’s long list of achievements, underscoring his consistency and excellence in journalism. Over the years, he has received multiple honors from both regional and national bodies for his impactful storytelling and commitment to professional integrity. In 2019, he was awarded Regional Best Human Rights Reporter, and in 2022, he won the Regional Best Climate Change Reporter award. The following year, 2023, he reclaimed the Best Human Rights Reporter title at the Upper East GJA Awards. His influence extended nationally in 2024, when he was named Best Reporter (Online/Wire Service Category) at the 2nd Inclusive & Anti-Conflict Journalism Awards, a recognition that cemented his reputation as one of Ghana’s finest digital journalists. This year’s GJA Awards, according to the statement, received 42 entries from 18 journalists, with 13 finalists emerging across 14 competitive categories, including the coveted Journalist of the Year. The event, set for October 10, 2025, will take place at the serene Blue Sky Hotel in Zuarungu. It promises to be a grand celebration of journalistic excellence and dedication across the Upper East Region. For the illustrious Ngamegbulam, this nomination is more than just another honor; it is a reflection of years of tireless work, ethical reporting, and a deep passion for amplifying voices that matter. However, this year’s Awards will be held under the theme: “Upholding Public Trust: The Role of the Media in Promoting Accountable Governance in the Upper East Region.” Source: Apexnewsgh.com
NGD Summit: Dr. Bawumia launches a 5-year medium-term development strategy
Ghana’s Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia says the development of Northern Ghana is very important to protect Ghana against the terrorist threat that we are seeing coming from the Sahel and therefore the Medium Term Development Strategy that was launched, assumes an even greater amount of importance for them, and for their development partners and for everybody. Dr. Bawumia spoke at the launch of the Northern Ghana Development Summit (NGDS) a 5-year medium-term development strategy on Wednesday, November 2, 2022. Apexnewsgh.com report According to the Vice President he has had the benefit of reading the medium-term development strategy, after participating in some of the consultations culminating into the strategy. The sixth strategic objectives outlined in the medium-term development strategy are well thought through and integrated in a way that holds the promise of rewriting the development narrative of Northern Ghana. Addressing congregations, Dr. Bawumia said he need not to repeat the development story of the Northern Ghana that has been told several times to multiple audiences. “In this life, I am happy that a new medium-term development strategy is a product of extensive consultations with several stakeholders group including at the furthest frontiers. This is very essential in capturing the voices of people and groups who will remain critical subjects in the quest to tackle inequality and poverty”. He stressed “These people and groups have lived it, seen it, and feel it on a daily basis. I am aware that the strategy focus sits on five plus one thematic areas that are interconnected, aligned, and focuses on promoting socioeconomic growth and climate change, adaptation whilst unlocking the potential of the area by building synergies of actors and building the resilience of our people to create wealth and restore our environment. And these the increase in household incomes by 20% through sustainable agricultural production systems to accelerate human development in Northern Ghana through access to quality social services”. “To promote the private sector, actions capable of delivering broad-based inclusive economic growth in Northern Ghana. To sustain livelihoods by promoting capacity development across local communities on land, governance, biodiversity, conservation, and climate justice. And enhance peace and social cohesion in the northern Savanna Ecological zone and to create a professional transparent thriving and accountable institution that delivers on its mandate” He said. The Vice President pointed out, that he is reliably informed that the first five objectives of the medium-term development strategy are guided by the government’s medium-term development framework 2022 to 2025 vision, and that is to create an optimistic self-confident, and prosperous nation through the creative exploitation of our human and natural resources and operating within a democratic open and fair society in which mutual trust and economic opportunities exist for all. However, he was confident that within the next few years, the Northern Development Authority shall continue to the realization of the national vision and the global commitment that the country has signed on to. “More specifically your contribution shall be measured by that number of percentage of people or households you are able to move from poverty and to transform the lives of our people”. The 2022 Northern Development Summit which was organized at the University for Development Studies in Tamale saw stakeholders ranging from NGOs, CSOs, Foreign partners, Institutions, and individuals to assess, discuss and recommend actions to accelerate the progress of development in Northern Ghana. Meanwhile, The Northern Development Authority (NDA) and the five Regional Coordinating Councils (RCCs) of the Northern Ghana with support from development partners and the STAR Ghana Foundation are partnering for the 2022 Northern Ghana Development (NGD) summit with the Theme: “Agenda for Rapid Transformation and Job Creation in a secure and peaceful Northern Ghana Source: Apexnewsgh.com|Ghana For publication please kindly contact us on 0256336062 or Email: apexnewsgh@gmail.com
President Akufo-Addo has the shortest convoy in our history’–Pius Enam Hadzide
The former Deputy Information Minister and now the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for the National Youth Authority (NYA) Pius Enam Hadzide is of the strong view that the administration of the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) led Akufo-Addo government has enjoyed the shortest convoy in the history of the Republic of Ghana. Apexnewsgh.com report The NYA CEO made the revelation on the TV3 New Day programme monitored keenly by Apexnewsgh.com when a Deputy Youth Organizer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Edem Agbana advised that government needs to cut down costs by reducing the number of convoys used by the President. Meanwhile, according to Mr. Hadzide who disagrees with Mr. Agbana position, “President Convoys are not long, he has the shortest convoy in our history”. He insisted that “What happens is that when the President is traveling, along the line many people join. So, they are not part of the President convoy”. He maintained Asking about how many convoy used by the President, Mr. Pius said he cannot disclose it but he is well aware of the number of conveys that follow the President as a former Deputy Information Minister. Apexnewsgh.com/Ghana/Ngamegbulam Chidozie Stephen Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093
MTN Ghana commits about US$6 billion in capex investment
In an effort to expand network and digital services, MTN Ghana has in the last 25 years committed about US$6 billion into capital expenditure, CEO of MTN Ghana, Selorm Adadevoh, has revealed. In 2021 alone, the telecommunication giant as at September had invested US$207 million. This is the highest investment in a single calendar year over a decade now. Through the investment, MTN has built over 4100 sites in its 25 years of existence resulting in 73 and 98 per cent nationwide coverage of 4G and 2G/3G respectively. It has also 400+ Rural Telephony sites to provide network to underserved communities across the country. Mr. Adadevoh said MTN plans to build 607 new 4G and 120 2G/3G sites in 2021, adding that 1,322 sites will also be modernized in preparedness for launching 5G in the nearest future, saying “we at MTN will continue to show big appetite for taking risk in bringing new services as we have demonstrated over the years.” The huge investments he noted, are in line with the strategic intent of leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress. The ‘Ambition 25’ is hinge on five pillars namely: Fin Tech solutions, Digital services, Enterprise services, Network as a service and API marketplace. These platforms will among others help accelerate digitalization and support the vision of making the country a digital economy, he added. The MTN CEO was addressing a media forum for practitioners in Ashanti, Bono, Bono East and Ahafo Regions. The forum largely focused on the company’s 25 years in the country’s telecommunication industry. Scancom operators of MTN Ghana begun its operations in the country in 1996, starting with a GSM technology. It’s evolution saw the then Spacefon introduce the first prepaid service in the country under the product brand name SNAP. MTN launched mobile money service in 2009. The service remains one of the biggest revolutions in the telecom industry and the financial space as well. It also launched 4G LTE service in 2016. The company is credited as the 1st IPO in the world to use Mobile Money as a medium to subscribe shares. MTN has achieved 25 million subscribers milestone as it celebrates 25th anniversary in 2021. —thebftonline Please contact Apexnewsgh.com on email apexnewsgh@gmail.com for your credible news publications. Contact: 05555568093