The Ghana Maritime Authority has strongly defended its handling of a vessel at the centre of a political dispute, following criticism from Samuel Awuku, Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, over its release from Ghanaian waters last year.Mr Awuku, who also serves as Vice-Chairman of Parliament’s Committee on Public Administration and State Interests, has indicated that he intends to formally question the Authority over the case of MV Sankofa, a vessel that later surfaced in Senegal amid suspicions of involvement in illicit drug trafficking.

Former Director-General of the National Lottery Authority and Member of Parliament for Akuapem North, Sammi Awuku, says the New Patriotic Party (NPP) will introduce strategic changes to its political approach as it prepares for the 2028 general elections. His remarks come amid broader internal discussions within the party on how to regain momentum and strengthen its electoral competitiveness.

Legal luminary Tsatsu Tsikata says he believes the darkest days of judicial manipulation in Ghana are fading. His remarks come at a time when public discourse around judicial independence and accountability continues to shape national conversations on governance and the rule of law.

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) is set to stage a protest today, Wednesday, April 22, in Sunyani, a move expected to heighten political tensions in the Bono Region. The planned demonstration comes at a time of increasing political activity in the area, with observers closely monitoring developments for their potential national implications.

The government of Ghana has approved new visa waiver agreements with Antigua and Barbuda, the Maldives and Zambia as part of efforts to expand travel opportunities and strengthen diplomatic relations, Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has announced.

Former Chairman of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), James Klutse Avedzi, has urged caution in the interpretation of Auditor-General reports, stressing that such documents should not be treated as infallible without thorough verification and parliamentary scrutiny.

His comments come in response to growing public debate over the credibility of audit findings, particularly following recent corrections—such as the widely discussed case involving Frank Kpodo—which highlighted errors in previously published figures.

Mr Avedzi noted that while reports produced by the Auditor-General’s Department are authoritative and form a critical part of public financial oversight, they are ultimately compiled by individuals and are therefore not immune to mistakes.

“The Auditor-General is a human being and can make mistakes. It is always better to cross-check and verify again,” he stated.

He explained that under Ghana’s constitutional framework, Auditor-General reports are formally submitted to Parliament, where they undergo detailed examination—primarily by the Public Accounts Committee—before any conclusions are reached or actions recommended.

According to him, this parliamentary review process serves as an essential safeguard, allowing lawmakers to interrogate findings, identify inconsistencies, and ensure that any errors are corrected before the information is relied upon by the public.

Mr Avedzi cautioned that premature interpretation and publication of audit findings—especially by media organisations or individuals—can lead to misrepresentation and unintended reputational damage to those named in such reports.

“These reports are meant to be properly reviewed by Parliament and its committees. It is not for individual media houses or opinions to conclude on them before that process is complete,” he emphasised.

He added that adhering to the proper parliamentary process not only ensures accuracy but also protects the integrity of key state institutions, including the Auditor-General’s office.

By allowing Parliament to complete its scrutiny role, discrepancies can be addressed in a structured and transparent manner, strengthening public confidence in both the audit process and governance systems.

“In that way, the integrity of the Auditor-General is also protected,” he concluded.

His remarks contribute to the broader national conversation on accountability, transparency, and the responsible use of public financial data, particularly at a time when audit reports continue to attract significant public and media attention.

The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has directed the Sunyani West Municipal Assembly to immediately refund GH₵116,000 after uncovering the unlawful disbursement of public funds as end-of-service benefits (ESB).

The Member of Parliament for Anlo, Richard Kwame Sefe, has expressed concern over the slow progress of a $150 million coastal protection project funded by the World Bank, warning that a significant portion of the funds may be consumed by administrative expenses before any physical work begins.

The Court of Appeal Ghana has dismissed a renewed application filed by the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Ashanti Regional Chairman, Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, seeking to halt his ongoing criminal trial in the alleged Samreboi illegal mining case.

A retired officer of the Ghana Police Service in the Ashanti Region has reportedly been assaulted by operatives believed to be from National Security Secretariat Ghana in an incident that has triggered widespread public outrage after a disturbing video surfaced online.