AGP Executive Report

Flood Control Push: Bantama MP Francis Asenso-Boakye urges the government to boost investment in flood-control projects, warning Ghana’s flooding is worsening and must be treated as a national, non-partisan emergency. Sanitation & Clean-Up: Ayawaso North Assembly praises Zoomlion’s Clean Up Accra drive at Pig Farm, calling for sustained desilting and community responsibility to cut flood risks and disease. Rain Alert: GMet warns of moderate rain with thunder and windy conditions across Volta, Oti, Eastern, Greater Accra, Bono East, Ashanti, Central and Western, advising residents to avoid flooded roads. Fertiliser Subsidy Woes: Smallholder farmers say delays in releasing fertiliser subsidy funds are hurting farm output and food security. Lottery Transparency Row: GLOA defends private lotto operators and rejects comparisons with KGL’s NLA payments, saying the structures differ. Digital Security Win: Nigeria takes top prize at ECOWAS’s 4th regional cybersecurity hackathon in Accra, organised with Ghana’s Cyber Security Authority. Road Safety: Two killed in a Ho crash involving a truck and a rickshaw; several others injured. Sports & Diplomacy: Ghana protests Canada’s denial of Thomas Partey’s World Cup visa, saying it is unfair and violates presumption of innocence. Culture & Skills: University of Ghana launches a Certificate in Hausa Language Proficiency; Karpowership Ghana plants 1,000 trees in Essikado.

Banking Regulation: The Bank of Ghana has extended the registration deadline for International Money Transfer Operators to July 31, 2026, warning that unregistered operators will be barred from operating and partnerships with banks and payment providers will be cancelled after the deadline. Diplomacy & Sports: Ghana has lodged a formal protest with Canada after Ottawa refused Thomas Partey a visa for the Black Stars’ World Cup opener against Panama, with Ghana citing fairness and the presumption of innocence; FIFA says he will miss the match. Economy Watch: Ghana’s economy grew 6.4% in Q1 2026, driven by mining and ICT, while inflation pressures eased as shown by a sharp drop in the GDP deflator. Infrastructure & Flooding: Heavy rains have slowed the Big Push road works in Ajumako-Enyan-Essiam, leaving areas muddy and unsafe for some machines, while Accra’s flood recovery continues to spark calls for better enforcement and planning. Health & Local Industry: A Tamale urology doctor urged investment in local PPE production to reduce reliance on imports during future pandemics, distributing PPE to support regional emergency preparedness. Court Update: The Adentan High Court ordered that the Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Ocloo, be served with contempt-of-court documents in the Dodowa Market/forest land dispute. Road Safety: A crash at Konongo on the Accra-Kumasi highway left multiple people injured after a container truck reportedly developed brake failure.

World Cup Visa Row: Ghana has lodged a formal protest with Canada after Ottawa denied midfielder Thomas Partey a visa, leaving him out of the Black Stars’ June 17 opener against Panama in Toronto; Ghana says the decision is “high-handed and extremely unfair” and argues it relies on unproven UK rape and sexual assault charges despite the presumption of innocence, while FIFA confirmed Partey cannot travel from the team base in Boston. Road Safety Tragedy: Three people, including a minibus driver, died in a head-on crash at Saka near Zebilla involving a VVIP bus and a Toyota Sienta; investigations continue. Accra Flood/Environment Focus: Heavy rains are disrupting the “Big Push” road works in Ajumako, while GWC urges collective action to safeguard the Barekese water source amid catchment pressure. Agriculture Accountability Training: PFAG trained Multi-Stakeholder Platform members in DBI and Chereponi on safeguarding, budget accountability and inclusive decision-making for smallholder farmers. Health & Justice: Ho Teaching Hospital chiefs appeal for Ho Teaching Hospital’s status to match real facilities; meanwhile, 37 Military Hospital is seeking the public’s help to identify an unclaimed female accident patient from Lapaz. Governance & Economy: GOIL reports GH¢90.67m net profit for 2025 and declares a dividend; Mobile Money Fintech shareholders approve a Q1 dividend and governance resolutions.

Visa Row Hits Black Stars: Ghana protested Canada’s refusal of Thomas Partey’s visa, saying it relies on unproven UK allegations and violates presumption of innocence; FIFA says immigration is Canada’s call, but Ghana says it will push for a review ahead of the Panama opener. Trade-First Ghana-EU Push: President Mahama urged the EU to invest and trade with Ghana, not just send aid, pitching minerals, renewables, digital tech and value-added manufacturing while also tackling illegal mining and migration. Wontumi Trial Tension: The state moved to block defence lawyer Andy Appiah-Kubi from quitting Chairman Wontumi’s illegal mining case, setting up a fresh court clash before a July verdict. Anti-Corruption Cooperation: Zambia’s anti-corruption delegation wrapped a study visit to Ghana’s Office of the Special Prosecutor, focusing on investigations, asset recovery and prosecution strategies. Child Safety Alarm in Salaga: Two midwives were remanded over the disappearance of a newborn at Salaga Municipal Hospital as police investigations continue. Cedi Strengthens: The cedi jumped as the dollar rate fell below GH¢11.10 after Bank of Ghana forex injections. Flood Governance Pressure: Engineers and planners urged urgent reforms to metropolitan governance to improve sanitation, flooding response and infrastructure delivery.

World Cup Funding: Government releases GH¢76 million for the Black Stars’ 2026 World Cup campaign, including GH¢58m for preparations and GH¢17m to settle qualification bonuses. Cedi Watch: The cedi strengthens sharply as the dollar rate drops below GH¢11.10 after Bank of Ghana injects $1.2bn into the forex market. Reparatory Justice: Ghana hosts a high-level consultative conference on reparatory justice in Accra from June 17–19, building on a UN resolution. Sanitation & Flood Control: Zoomlion, NADMO and partners deploy officers across Greater Accra to keep drains clear after anti-flood clean-ups. Returnees From Côte d’Ivoire: Ghana supports repatriated citizens after mass expulsion, with officials providing relief and reintegration support. Ghana-Canada & Energy: Ghana seeks review of Canada’s visa denial for Thomas Partey ahead of the World Cup opener, while also courting Canadian investors for upstream oil and gas. Court & Governance: Bolgatanga Technical University faces controversy over a Director of Finance appointment after GTEC raises concerns from background checks. Health Scare: Salaga Municipal Hospital baby theft case deepens as nurses are remanded over the missing newborn. US Deportations: Reports say a US deportation flight stopped in Ghana en route to the Central African Republic, including an Iranian pro-democracy activist.

World Cup Ticketing Gap: Ghana’s diplomatic missions in the US say they are still waiting for official World Cup match pass quotas for the diaspora, despite President Mahama’s pledge—sparking fresh calls for clarity on how overseas fans will get access. Mining Outlook: The Ghana Chamber of Mines projects stronger mineral output in 2026, with gold expected to rise on both large- and small-scale production, while targets depend on policy certainty and better governance. Galamsey Court Tension: Chairman Wontumi’s lawyer has withdrawn from the Samreboi illegal mining case, alleging “unseen influences,” as the trial heads toward a key June 15 procedural hearing. Ghana–EU Partnership: President Mahama urges a new Ghana-EU deal focused on trade, investment and industrialisation, moving beyond aid. Building Safety Push: Engineers and regulators call for stricter enforcement of building regulations and professional approval of designs after recent collapses. Floods and Roads: Heavy rains keep disrupting travel, including a temporary closure of the Kumasi–Ejura road at Sataso after culvert damage. Cocoa Farmers: Mahama says a bill will soon guarantee cocoa farmers at least 70% of world prices and push for local processing of 50% of output. Sports: Aduana Stars appoint Samuel Boadu as head coach for the 2026/27 season.

Forestry Watch: EcoCare Ghana and Civic Response trained 500 community forest monitors to tackle illegal logging and improve accountability in forest governance, funded by the UK’s FCDO. Jobs Pressure: MP Kojo Oppong Nkrumah warned youth unemployment is worsening, citing NEET figures and a Greater Accra youth jobless rate of 49.3% in Q3 2025. Ghana-EU Reset: President Mahama opened the 2026 Ghana-EU Partnership Dialogue in Accra, pushing a shift from aid to trade, investment, innovation and industrialisation, while Interior Minister Muntaka Mohammed-Mubarak outlined plans on organised crime, illicit trade and migration. Court Developments: An Accra court struck out a bid to dismiss an East Legon property case, while the Mamprobi Hospital baby theft case got a final disclosure deadline before a July 8 hearing. Economy Update: Ghana’s GDP grew 6.4% in Q1 2026, led by mining rebound and ICT, but fishing contracted sharply. World Cup Buzz: Ghana’s UN mission says official FIFA ticket allocations have not yet been received, despite public demand.

Flood Response & Sanitation: Interior Minister Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak says 70 seized excavators from anti-galamsey operations will be handed to NADMO to boost nationwide desilting and tackle recurring flooding. Weather Watch: GMET warns thunderstorms and rain across Ghana on Thursday, with late-afternoon storms likely in forest and transition zones, raising flood risk in vulnerable areas. Economy Update: Ghana’s GDP grew 6.4% in Q1 2026, driven by services (7.1%, led by ICT) and industry, while inflation pressures eased as the GDP deflator fell sharply. Local Governance & Investment: Korle-Klottey Municipal Assembly launches a Business and Investment Guide and Voluntary Local Review to attract investors, while reporting revenue growth to GH¢40m in 2025. Capital Markets: Kasapreko’s IPO oversubscribed heavily, raising $147.58m ahead of its GSE listing, signalling strong appetite for local manufacturing stocks. Health & UHC: Health leaders stress that a resilient, well-distributed health workforce is key to Universal Health Coverage as Ghana’s health summit opens in Accra. Sports & World Cup: Sports Minister Kofi Adams says diaspora support will be Ghana’s big advantage at the 2026 World Cup, with matches starting June 11.

Healthcare Crisis in Kumasi: Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital doctors suspend their industrial action after Otumfuo Osei Tutu II’s intervention, easing pressure on patients while talks continue over the suspended CEO and wider infrastructure concerns. Flood Watch & Response: GMet warns thunderstorms and heavy rain from Nigeria and Benin could trigger flash floods across Accra, Kumasi and other towns; meanwhile, Zoomlion and NADMO begin a three-day clean-up and desilting in Greater Accra, and 70 seized excavators will be handed to NADMO for nationwide drainage work. Power & Daily Life: ECG schedules maintenance outages in parts of Accra East and the Western Region on Thursday. Economy & Jobs: Ghana’s economy grows 6.4% in Q1 2026, led by services; Deputy Finance Minister stresses women and youth inclusion through the GWYESCO programme. Governance & Security: Communication Minister Samuel Nartey George warns West Africa risks digital dependence without stronger cyber defence as scam raids net skilled youth. World Cup Access: GBC secures exclusive free-to-air terrestrial rights for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with strict warnings against unauthorised broadcasts. Sports & Politics: A super-agent predicts Ghana may not progress beyond the group stage, while MPs demand faster action on flood-resilient planning.

MASLOC Extradition & Accountability: The US extradited former MASLOC boss Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu to Ghana to serve a 10-year jail term over 70+ corruption-related charges, with officials taking her into custody on arrival; attention also turns to pending Ghana-US extradition talks involving Ken Ofori-Atta. Flood Response & Planning: President Mahama ordered NADMO and agencies to map flood-prone areas and restricted waterways after Accra floods, stressing accountability in planning and development control. Accra Sanitation Funding Push: Local and regional stakeholders urged a shift from landfill-only waste disposal to sustainable waste treatment infrastructure, warning that funding gaps could stall progress in Greater Accra. Road Safety Eye Checks: DVLA denied 4,896 drivers licences last year due to poor eyesight conditions like glaucoma and cataracts, as part of stricter road safety enforcement. Water Crisis in Kumasi: Ghana Water Limited announced a 48-hour shutdown of the Barekese plant for critical repairs, affecting major parts of the Kumasi metropolis. Local Economy & Jobs: KoKMA launched its maiden Business and Investment Forum to attract investors and track economic transformation, while government hinted tax incentives for factories outside Accra to decentralise industry. Culture & Sports: Vice President Opoku-Agyemang launched Ghana’s revised cultural policy to boost jobs through creativity, and Black Queens coach Kim Lars Björkegren said preparations for WAFCON 2026 are positive despite setbacks.

MASLOC Extradition & Accountability: The US extradited former MASLOC boss Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu to Ghana to serve a 10-year jail term over a $6m fraud case, with civil society urging no pardon or sentence reduction. KATH Doctors Strike: Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital doctors suspended their indefinite strike after talks involving the Asantehene, hospital board and management, easing pressure on patient care. Accra Floods & Land Enforcement: President Mahama ordered NADMO and agencies to map restricted waterways and assess flood-prone lands after Accra flooding, while Titus Glover dismissed the directive as “waste of energy” and called for funding and action. World Cup Ticket Warning: Ghana’s GFA warned fans against unauthorised World Cup 2026 ticket/hospitality seller Match Experience Hospitality, after FIFA flagged potential ambush marketing. Culture & Jobs: Vice President Opoku-Agyemang launched the Revised Ghana National Cultural Policy, pushing culture and creativity as engines for jobs and growth. Cybersecurity Push: Ghana’s Cybersecurity Industry Forum held its maiden engagement ahead of membership registration, urging stronger digital security and sovereignty. Health & Equity: Parliamentarians highlighted the scale of obstetric fistula needs, calling for NHIA and Mahama Care to include treatment support. Mining Reforms: Cabinet cleared a revised mining law and national mining policy for Parliament, with tougher oversight and environmental compliance. Belarus Trade Deal: Mahama secured agricultural equipment supply from Belarus and announced mining equipment visits next week.

Corruption Crackdown: The U.S. Embassy says Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu has been extradited to Ghana after a MASLOC corruption conviction tied to more than 70 charges, including alleged embezzlement of over US$6m equivalent. Courtroom Tensions: An Accra High Court hears claims that armed men with Akonta Mining logos held a Forestry Commission inspection team captive in 2022 and forced the return of seized equipment. Floods & Governance: Commentators warn Accra’s recurring floods are not surprises but a governance and enforcement failure, with clogged drains and weak maintenance blamed for turning short rains into disasters. Waste & Sanitation: Jospong Group and government officials push a shift away from landfills, urging recycling, composting and transfer stations as Accra’s waste crisis deepens. Road Safety: Accra–Tema Motorway gridlock continues after a fatal tanker and tipper truck crash, with investigations ongoing. Building Safety: Three die in the Avenor collapse as authorities seek court orders for safe removal and call for stricter construction checks. Public Awards Row: President Mahama bars ministers and state CEOs from accepting private awards without approval, amid renewed debate over “pay-for-awards” schemes. Agri Jobs Push: Government launches the $3.5bn AgriConnect Compact targeting 2.6m jobs and improved food security. Health & Labour: KATH doctors’ strike continues after the CEO suspension, with the Ministry calling it an administrative step to protect emergency care and patient safety. Trade Systems: Ghanalink rejects claims that ICUMS is dysfunctional, saying no verified system-wide downtime has been recorded since January 2026.

Media Freedom: The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) is warning that “false news” provisions under Ghana’s Electronic Communications Act are being used to intimidate journalists, with cases of police charging media practitioners and fears of self-censorship. Culture & Governance: Vice President Jane Naana Opoku-Agyemang will launch the Revised Ghana National Cultural Policy on Tuesday, June 9, to strengthen cultural heritage, the creative economy and cultural tourism. Power & Infrastructure: ECG has announced planned outages for Tuesday, June 9 across parts of the Eastern, Tema, Accra East, Accra West, Volta and Ashanti regions, with specific communities listed. Public Safety: The Accra Mayor confirms three deaths after the Avenor four-storey building collapse, and says engineers are inspecting other weak structures for possible demolition. Tax & Business: GRA says ITAS will not introduce new taxes and targets a September 2026 nationwide rollout after an Accra pilot, aiming to simplify compliance for businesses. Economy & Industry: Ghana’s gold output rose 23.41% in 2025 to 5.94m ounces, driven mainly by small-scale mining gains. Mining Reforms: Lands and Natural Resources Minister Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah says unlimited renewals of mining concessions will end, with stricter accountability. Sports: Asante Kotoko’s new Director of Football Stanley Menzo sends a message to supporters as the club restructures ahead of the new season.

Accra Flood Response: Works Minister Kenneth Adjei orders occupants of buildings along waterways and unauthorised sites to evacuate ahead of demolition to restore drainage and curb recurring floods. Building Safety Crisis: The Avenor collapse death toll rises to three as engineers cite weak concrete and possible lack of permits; separate probes also allege developers ignored stop-work orders in Adenta. KATH Strike Talks: Ashanti Regional Minister says an agreement has been reached between KATH management and striking unions after CEO suspension, aiming to prevent further disruption to care. South Africa Returnees: Over 700 Ghanaians arrive from South Africa in second and third batches; Foreign Affairs Minister Ablakwa says government will pursue compensation for lost businesses and properties. Health & Food Safety: Accra Metro Health officials mark World Food Safety Day, urging action against foodborne diseases. Digital Governance & Media: A new piece warns how misinformation spreads via smartphones; government also steps up press freedom commitments. Business & Relief: Stanbic Bank donates GH¢400,000 relief items to NADMO for flood and fire victims. AI Ethics Push: Ace Ankomah urges Africa to build ethical AI sovereignty frameworks now.

Press Freedom & Misinformation: Ghana’s media watchdogs and government officials marked World Press Freedom Day with a clear message: freedom must come with responsibility. The US Embassy warned against censorship as a fix for misinformation, while Ghana’s GJA celebrated the country’s jump to 29th globally (4th in Africa) and urged leaders to stop attacks on journalists. KATH Crisis: The Ministry of Health defended the suspension of KATH CEO Dr. Paa Kwesi Baidoo, saying it was an administrative step to protect patients and enable investigation, as doctors, nurses and midwives push back and threaten further action. Accra Floods & Illegal Structures: Accra flooded again, with authorities admitting delays in tackling illegal structures along waterways; Works Minister Kenneth Adjei ordered occupants to evacuate ahead of demolitions. Building Collapses: Rescue teams wrapped up at Avenor, North Kaneshie, confirming two deaths and two survivors after a three-storey collapse, while another Avenor collapse earlier left one dead. South Africa Xenophobia Returns: Ghana received the final batch of 342 evacuees, completing 979 total, with government pledging jobs, NHIS enrolment and legal moves to pursue compensation for lost businesses. ECG Power Cuts: ECG announced scheduled outages across Ashanti, Tema, Accra East and West on June 8.

Accra Building Tragedy: One person has been confirmed dead after a building collapse at North Industrial Area in Accra, with GNFS, Police and the Armed Forces continuing rescue efforts for others feared trapped. KATH Crisis: Parliament’s Minority Caucus says the suspension of KATH CEO Dr Paa Kwesi Baidoo is reactionary and won’t fix the “No Bed Syndrome,” urging action on infrastructure and the referral system as KATH doctors declare an indefinite strike. Floods and Drainage: NADMO’s inspectorate points to silted drainage, rising runoffs and sold wetlands, while calls grow for a full re-engineering of Accra’s drainage system instead of short-term fixes. Climate Warning: The EPA says the planet is “no longer negotiating,” blaming unsustainable human practices like dumping refuse into drains and building on waterways for worsening disasters. South Africa Evacuation: Ghana welcomed a second batch of 345 returnees from South Africa, with Foreign Affairs Minister Ablakwa promising jobs, reintegration support and compensation efforts for lost businesses and property. Telecom Disruption: Telecel Ghana warns fibre cuts and vandalism are costing telcos millions, with 3–9 deliberate cuts daily threatening connectivity. Mining Tax Pressure: The Chamber of Mines warns mining tax and royalties could push effective burdens to 58%, deterring investment. Fire Safety Push: GNFS urges industry players to support the Automated Fire Compliance and Safety System to strengthen compliance nationwide. Women in Local Governance: A new project aims to close the women’s representation gap in district assemblies ahead of the 2027 elections.