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  NAIMOS Destroys Large-Scale Galamsey Operations on River Pra Eastern Region, February 3, 2026 The National Anti-Illegal Mining Operations Secretariat (NAIMOS) has uncovered and destroyed a complex network of illegal mining activities along the Pra River in the Eastern Region. On Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at about 9:30 a.m., personnel of NAIMOS, in collaboration with the Akyem-Oda Blue Water Guards, carried out an intelligence-led operation to clamp down on galamsey activities on and along the Pra River. The operation took place between Ofoase Awona and Nsese communities in the Akyemansa District. The operation, which was conducted under tight security, aimed to disrupt ongoing illegal mining activities and destroy equipment used by the miners. These activities have heavily polluted the Pra River and contributed to the shutdown of some water treatment plants. The task force began its operation from Akyem Ofoase Awona and trekked about 14 kilometres through cocoa farms to reach th...

 Labour Minister Signs MoU to Boost Industry-Led Skills Development Accra – January 28, 2026 The Ministry of Labour, Jobs and Employment signs a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dual Vocational Education Consulting FZCO of Dubai to strengthen Ghana’s technical and vocational education and training (TVET) system through industry-led skills development and the integration of emerging technologies. The MoU follows an engagement between the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Hon. Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, and the Founder of Dual Vocational Education Consulting FZCO, Prof. Dr. Rolf J. Eichhorn. Speaking at the meeting, Dr. Pelpuo says closing Ghana’s skills gap remains critical to tackling youth unemployment and driving economic transformation. He notes that with hundreds of thousands of young people entering the labour market each year, there is an urgent need to align education and training with the real needs of industry. He explains that the transition from learni...

 U.S. Envoy Holds Bilateral Talks with Minister of Labour on Trafficking and Employment Fraud The Chargé d’Affaires of the United States Embassy in Ghana, Mr. Rolf A. Olson, has led a four-member U.S. delegation to a bilateral meeting with the Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, to discuss human trafficking, forced labour, child labour, and employment-related fraud. Briefing the Minister on the purpose of the visit, Mr. Matthew Hickey, Deputy Director at the U.S. Department of State’s Office to Monitor and Combat Trafficking in Persons, stated that human trafficking and labour-related crimes remain major global challenges and continue to receive high-level attention from the U.S. Government. He disclosed that the United States lost more than USD 10 billion to scams in the past year alone, many of which are linked to organised transnational criminal networks. The U.S. delegation commended the Government of Ghana for implementing stricter measure...

  POLICE ARREST TWO MORE SUSPECTS LINKED TO ADABRAKA JEWELLERY SHOP ROBBERY:  ARMS AND AMMUNITION RECOVERED The Ghana Police Service, through the Office of the Special Operations Assistant to the Inspector- General of Police, has arrested two additional suspects in connection with the robbery of a jewellery shop at Adabraka. The suspects, identified as Hamza Agerego, also known as Nene Bawku or Lambert, and Alhassan Elliasu, also known as Arab Man, were arrested on 7th January 2026 from their hideouts at Ashaiman. Suspect Hamza Agerego was first arrested and detained at the Katamanso District Police Headquarters in connection with the robbery. Acting on intelligence, an operation was conducted at Ashaiman, leading to the arrest of suspect Alhassan Elliasu at his hideout. A search of the premises led to the recovery of two pump-action guns, forty-three (43) rounds of AK47 ammunition, two hundred and thirty-nine (239) BB cartridges,  four bulletproof vests, one black boot, ...

  Labour Minister Visits Amasaman Public Employment Centre, Assures Strengthening of Employment Support Services Accra, December 12, 2025 The Minister for Labour, Jobs and Employment, Hon. Dr. Abdul-Rashid Hassan Pelpuo, has paid a working visit to the Amasaman Public Employment Centre (PEC) as part of efforts to enhance labour administration and deepen employment facilitation services nationwide. The visit formed part of the Ministry’s routine monitoring exercise aimed at assessing service delivery, identifying operational challenges, and exploring opportunities to improve job-matching services and labour market data systems under the Ghana Labour Market Information System (GLMIS) supported by the World Bank. Addressing staff, Dr. Pelpuo highlighted the central role of labour administration in driving national productivity, describing labour issues as “the engine that powers every thriving economy.” He stressed that functional labour offices are vital for ensuring equal access to ...

Achiase District Celebrates National Farmers’ Day at Akyem Nyankomase    The Achiase District marked this year’s National Farmers’ Day with a vibrant and well-attended ceremony at Akyem Nyankomase in the Eastern Region. The event brought together farmers, traditional authorities, district officials, and community members to celebrate the critical role of agriculture in the district’s development. District Chief Executive, Hon. Samuel Owusu Brako, delivered the keynote address, applauding farmers for their dedication and hard work throughout the year.  He emphasized the need for unity among farmers and encouraged them to continue supporting the district in ensuring a steady and reliable food supply. The DCE also congratulated all award winners and urged them to keep striving for excellence. A major highlight of the ceremony was the recognition of Okopa Farms Enterprise , which was adjudged the Overall Best Farmer of the Year.  Representatives of the farm expresse...