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The Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC) in charge of Corporate Services, Dr. Bossman Eric Asare, has resigned from his position and will leave office on July 31, 2026, the government has announced.

Minister for Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, who disclosed the resignation at a press briefing in Accra yesterday, confirmed that Dr. Asare had formally informed President John Dramani Mahama of his decision to step down.

‘I can confirm that he has submitted a letter to His Excellency the President indicating that effective July 31, 2026, he would resign his position as Deputy Chairperson of the Electoral Commission,’ Mr. Kwakye Ofosu told journalists.

According to the Minister, Dr. Asare cited his desire to return to academia as the reason for his resignation, intimating that he intends to continue his career at the University of Ghana after leaving the Commission.

Mr. Kwakye Ofosu said the outgoing deputy chairperson had conveyed his appreciation to the President and Ghanaians for the opportunity to serve in one of the country’s most important constitutional institutions.

The resignation comes at a time when the Electoral Commission is already undergoing a transition in its top leadership.

The Minister revealed that another Deputy Chairperson of the Commission, Samuel Tettey, has retired from office, creating a second vacancy at the EC.

He indicated that steps are already being taken to fill the position vacated by Mr. Tettey, with a nominee currently before the Council of State for consideration.

‘Processes are underway. Indeed, the Council of State has already been given a nominee, which they are considering, and once that process is completed, an announcement will be made in terms of the replacement for Mr. Samuel Tettey,’ he said.

Mr. Kwakye Ofosu added that a separate process would be initiated to appoint a successor to Dr. Asare once his resignation takes effect at the end of July.

Former Chief Justice Resignation

At the same briefing, the Minister also confirmed that former Chief Justice, Sophia Abena Boafoa Akuffo, is no longer a member of the Council of State after President Mahama formally accepted her resignation.

Mr. Kwakye Ofosu explained that Justice Akuffo submitted a resignation letter in September 2025 but did not disclose the reasons for her decision.

He said the President initially delayed accepting the resignation after members of the Council of State requested time to engage her to determine whether there were concerns that could be resolved.

According to him, the Council later informed the President that it had held discussions with Justice Akuffo and had no objection to her resignation being accepted.

‘The President has formally accepted the resignation and she is no longer a member of the Council of State,’ the Minister stated.

He added that constitutional procedures to replace the former Chief Justice are already underway and a successor will be announced in due course.

The government’s treasury bills auction was oversubscribed for the second consecutive week, with investors submitting bids well above the target amount despite a rise in interest rates on parts of the yield curve.

Results released by the Bank of Ghana (BoG) showed that the government raised GHS8.43 billion in bids against a target of GHS7.42 billion, representing an oversubscription rate of 13.61 percent. Out of the total bids received, GHS8.29 billion was accepted.

The 91-day treasury bill remained the most attractive instrument to investors, accounting for more than 71 percent of total bids submitted. Investors tendered GHS6.03 billion for the short-term security, and all bids were accepted by the government.

The 182-day bill recorded bids worth about GHS1.10 billion, of which approximately GHS1.04 billion was accepted.

For the 364-day bill, investors submitted bids totalling GHS1.29 billion. The government accepted a little over GHS1.21 billion of the amount offered.

Despite the strong investor demand, borrowing costs increased on parts of the yield curve.

The yield on the benchmark 91-day bill rose by 3 basis points to 5.04 percent, compared with the previous auction. The 364-day bill also recorded a significant increase, with its yield climbing by 14 basis points to 10.97 percent.

The 182-day bill, however, bucked the trend as its yield eased marginally to 7.08 percent from 7.09 percent a week earlier.

Manchester United winger Amad Diallo came off the bench to score a dramatic late winner as Ivory Coast secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Ecuador in their FIFA World Cup Group E clash in Philadelphia.

The 23-year-old, surprisingly left out of the starting lineup, proved decisive in the 90th minute. After a powerful run by defender Wilfried Singo, Amad calmly guided the ball into the bottom corner with his left foot to seal all three points for the Elephants.

The result ended Ecuador’s impressive 19-match unbeaten streak, which had stretched close to two years, and significantly boosted Ivory Coast’s hopes of reaching the World Cup knockout stages for the first time in the nation’s history.

Ecuador came close to breaking the deadlock on several occasions, striking the woodwork three times. John Yeboah and Alan Minda both hit the crossbar in the first half, while veteran captain Enner Valencia rattled the post from a tight angle after the break.

Despite their attacking intent, the South Americans struggled to test goalkeeper Yahia Fofana, with their first shot on target arriving only in the 68th minute when Gonzalo Plata forced the Ivorian shot-stopper into action.

Ivory Coast also threatened, with forward Elye Wahi hitting the crossbar early in the second half as both sides searched for a breakthrough.

Ecuador appeared on course for another clean sheet under coach Sebastian Beccacece, whose side had recorded 12 shutouts in their previous 19 matches.

However, Amad’s moment of brilliance ultimately separated the teams and handed Ivory Coast a memorable opening victory in a group that also features Germany and Curacao.

Spanish defender Marc Cucurella has completed a move from Chelsea FC to Real Madrid, becoming the first signing of José Mourinho’s second spell in charge of the Spanish giants.

The 27-year-old left-back will officially join Madrid after the conclusion of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, bringing an end to his four-year stay at Chelsea. Cucurella arrived at Stamford Bridge from Brighton and Hove Albion in 2022 in a deal worth more than £60 million.

Reports indicate Madrid will pay an initial £47.5 million for the Spain international, with the fee potentially rising to £51.8 million through performance-related add-ons.

The club has confirmed that Cucurella has signed a six-year contract that will keep him at the Bernabeu until 2032.

His departure follows months of uncertainty over his future at Chelsea after reported tensions with the club’s hierarchy.

The defender had publicly questioned the club’s direction and voiced concerns over the dismissal of former manager Enzo Maresca during Spain’s international camp earlier this year.

The move represents a setback for Chelsea boss Xabi Alonso, who is seeking to build a squad with greater experience ahead of his first season in charge.

With Cucurella gone, young Dutch defender Jorrel Hato remains the club’s primary long-term option at left-back.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid continue an ambitious recruitment drive under Mourinho, with reports linking the club to midfielder Enzo Fernández, striker Julián Álvarez and wing-back Denzel Dumfries as they prepare for the new season.

Hours of heavy rainfall in some parts of the Western Region on Sunday caused a major landslide that blocked the busy Akoon-Bogoso Junction road in the region.

The incident occurred near Redeemer Hospital, opposite the Gold Fields Junction, close to Tarkwa.

Large volumes of mud, rocks, and debris slid from a nearby hillside onto the road, completely obstructing vehicular movement along the stretch.

Fortunately, no injuries or fatalities were recorded.

It, however, caused a significant traffic disruption and raised safety concerns for motorists and residents in the Tarkwa-Nsuaem Municipality of the region.

The blockage left motorists stranded and forced many commuters to turn or use alternative routes.

The blocked road serves as an important link for residents, workers, and commercial transport operators travelling within Tarkwa and surrounding communities.

The road users have therefore been advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes until the debris are cleared and the road is deemed safe for travel.

‘This is not the first time the location has experienced such an incident,’ an eyewitness disclosed.

He said a minor landslide was recorded at the same spot recently. ‘This is raising concerns about the stability of the hillside and the need for long-term preventive measures,’ he added.

The latest landslide highlights the growing risks associated with heavy rains in Tarkwa-Bogoso area including flooding, erosion, and slope failures, particularly in communities located near steep embankments and landscapes.

The Member of Parliament (MP) for Manhyia South, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, has disclosed that New Patriotic Party (NPP) members on Parliament’s Constitutional, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Committee will take steps to verify whether former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) CEO, Sedina Tamakloe-Attionu is in prison custody.

Speaking on JoyNews’ currrent affairs programme Newsfile on Saturday, Mr. Baffour Awuah announced plans by Minority MPs to take steps to independently verify the incarceration status of the former MASLOC CEO.

Baffour Awuah, who is also the Vice Chairperson of Parliament’s Subsidiary Legislation Committee, said government’s failure to publicly disclose details surrounding Madam Tamakloe-Attionu’s imprisonment has fuelled public suspicion about transparency in her imprisonment process.

He said, ‘When information that should ordinarily be made available to the public is not disclosed, it raises suspicion about the transparency and credibility of government. I am not surprised by growing public doubts over whether Tamakloe-Attionu is currently serving her sentence in prison custody.

‘The NPP members on that committee will be taking steps in the coming week to confirm and verify that indeed she is in prison custody, we intend to take action in the coming week to establish the facts.’

According to him, if government officials are unwilling to provide information, the Minority will ensure that Ghanaians are informed, stressing that the principle of equality before the law must be upheld.

‘It cannot be business as usual where members of the ruling party are subjected to one justice system while ordinary Ghanaians are treated differently. There should be equality before the law,’ he added.

Media personality, Vim Lady, has said that people who marry traditionally can still share properties acquired during the marriage if they divorce.

In a video circulating on TikTok, Vim Lady dismissed claims that only couples who marry through an ordinance or a court wedding are entitled to property sharing after divorce.

‘Those saying that because someone married traditionally, they will not share properties when they divorce, that’s not entirely true. Whether you marry traditionally, in court, or through an Islamic wedding, you can still share properties with your partner when the marriage ends,’ she said.

According to her, Ghana’s laws recognise different forms of marriage and do not exclude people in customary marriages from claiming a share of jointly acquired assets.

She explained that couples can choose to settle issues relating to property on their own without going to court if both parties agree.

‘When both spouses understand each other and decide not to let the court intervene, and you’re both sure you can handle everything, then you can go ahead and do that,’ she stated.

Vim Lady also noted that customary marriages can be registered, but registration does not change them into ordinance marriages.

‘If you register it, it doesn’t become an ordinance marriage. It remains a traditional marriage that has been registered,’ she explained.

Using actress Nana Ama McBrown as an example, Vim Lady said properties owned before marriage usually remain with their original owners, while assets acquired during the marriage may be shared.

‘What may be shared are the properties acquired during the marriage. However, if both parties understand each other, they can decide among themselves who takes what,’ she said.

She advised the public not to be deceived into believing that people in traditional marriages have no right to marital property after divorce.

Benjamin Dimongso Kafari, Executive Director of ASERD-Ghana, has urged stronger collaboration among government institutions, traditional authorities, security agencies, civil society, development partners and communities to promote sustainable farmer-herder peace and the inclusion of Fulbe communities in national development.

Speaking as guest of honour at the North East Regional Conference of Tabital Pulaaku International in Walewale, which seeks to foster understanding and constructive engagement among diverse groups and to support ongoing peace building efforts in the region, Mr. Kafari described the conference theme, ‘Farmer-Herder Peace: A Collective Responsibility of All Stakeholders,’ as timely given rising tensions across Ghana and the West African sub-region.

‘Farmer-herder peace is a shared responsibility that demands collective commitment and practical action,’ he said.

Mr. Kafari identified competing demands for land and water, climate change, environmental degradation, population growth, misinformation and weak conflict-management structures as key drivers of farmer-herder conflict.

He acknowledged the significant economic contribution of Fulbe communities through livestock production, dairy and meat supply, trade and rural livelihoods, but warned that stigmatisation and negative stereotyping where criminal acts by a few are attributed to the whole community undermine social cohesion and development.

He recommended strengthening dialogue and local mediation by involving chiefs, Fulani leaders, women and youth in conflict-resolution structures, implementing land-use planning, designated grazing corridors and watering points, transparent compensation mechanisms and early-warning systems to prevent and de-escalate clashes among others.

As a consultant to the National Council of Fulani Chiefs (NCFC) in Ghana, Mr. Kafari called on media, opinion leaders, educational institutions, religious bodies and civil society to promote responsible communication, intercultural dialogue and peace education.

He urged journalists to avoid inflammatory reporting and ethnic profiling, stressing that no community should be judged by the actions of a few.

According to him, government action alone will not secure lasting peace, urging that citizens must reject actions that fuel division and embrace dialogue, cooperation and respect for diversity, while expressing confidence that inclusive, sustained engagement can transform istrust into cooperation and shared prosperity.

THE KUMASI Metropolitan Assembly (KMA) has initiated moves to stop floods and its accompanying devastating effects in the Ashanti Region.

As part of this commendable agenda, the assembly has decided to comprehensively desilt all choked drainage systems, especially in flood-prone communities.

The Chief Executive of KMA, Richard Ofori Agyeman Boadi, popularly known as ‘Zuba’, made this announcement, stressing that KMA is determined to prevent floods.

‘The assembly is determined and combat ready to deal with all flood issues in the city in order to safeguard lives and properties, especially as the raining season looms.

‘The KMA’s team of hardworking people will therefore desilt all choked gutters and drainages in the city in order make the residents feel safe even when it rains heavily,’ he said.

The Kumasi Mayor was speaking when he led a delegation from the KMA to inspect drainage systems in the Asafo Market and the WAEC area some few days ago.

According to him, the assembly’s visit to the drainage systems would not be a nine-day wonder, assuring that the KMA would intensify efforts to prevent floods.

In a related development, the KMA has also announced its readiness to intensify efforts to punish recalcitrant residents who breach sanitation laws with impunity in the city.

‘Starting from July 1, 2026, a special task force comprising environmental officers and security men will visit communities to enforce environmental health and sanitation laws.’

The above statement was contained in a press release from the KMA, which also announced a ‘massive clean-up exercise at Abrepo Electoral Area on Saturday, July 4, 2026.’

Ruben Amorim has agreed to become AC Milan’s next head coach.

While there is no deal signed just yet, the 41-year-old is expected to fly into Milan later this week and sign a two-year contract to replace Massimiliano Allegri, who was sacked after a catastrophic run of form at the end of the season led to the club missing out on Champions League qualification.

Reports in Italy claim Amorim has said he will forego the year’s pay he was still owed by Manchester United following his dismissal in January.

In February, United said Amorim’s exit, together with his coaching staff, could cost the club up to £15.9m.

It is not known whether United will have to outline the saving in their next set of financial results, which are due out in the autumn.

Amorim was axed after a torrid 14 months at Old Trafford.

However, prior to that, he had become one of Europe’s most sought-after young coaches due to his work at Sporting, where he ended the club’s 19-year wait for a league title in 2020-21, and then won it again in 2023-24.

Amorim replaced Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford in November 2024 after the club rejected his plea to take over at the end of the season.

Last month, sources close to Amorim distanced him from the impending vacancy at former club Benfica as it became apparent Jose Mourinho was about to leave for Real Madrid. Former Fulham boss Marco Silva has since been appointed.

Providing the contracts are signed as expected, Amorim’s first game in charge will be a pre-season match at Celtic on 25 July.

Ironically, they conclude their pre-season campaign against Manchester United in Wroclaw on 15 August.