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Signals Bureau warns social media users against spreading false information
The Director-General of the Signals Bureau, Dr. George Atta Boateng, has cautioned social media users against spreading false information that could cause fear and unrest in the country.
He said his outfit is closely monitoring online platforms such as TikTok and Facebook to track people who engage in misinformation and disinformation.
According to him, offenders will face legal action when caught.
“I must also say that those who hide behind TikTok and Facebook to spread misinformation and disinformation, to incite violence, to cause anarchy and chaos, we will come after you no matter where you are.Initially it used to take us 24 hours. Now it’s coming down to 12 hours. No matter where you are, we’ll find you. Our record speaks for itself,” Dr. Atta Boateng warned.
Dr. Atta Boateng advised the public to verify information before sharing it on social media to avoid contributing to panic or public disorder.
Highlighting some of the Bureau’s recent operations, he revealed that their coordinated international efforts led to the rescue of two Ghanaian women who were kidnapped in Nigeria.
He also noted that surveillance and intelligence teams in Ghana had dismantled a cyber fraud syndicate operating in Wa, Wenchi, and Techiman.
The group had allegedly defrauded a prominent chief of more than one million cedis.
“These are not just operations. They are real stories of life saved, justice served, and trust restored,” he said.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS), Hohoe Municipality Command, has conducted fire safety inspections and public education at selected fuel filling stations within the municipality.
The exercise, held from July 3, 2026 to July 5, 2025 was led by the Municipal Commander, DO III Bismark Hosu-Porbley.
During the inspection, the team assessed the fire safety preparedness of the facilities. Staff were also educated on fire prevention, emergency response procedures, and the proper use of firefighting equipment.
Management of the affected fuel stations expressed appreciation for the exercise and pledged to comply with the recommended safety measures.
The GNFS said the exercise reaffirms its commitment to continuous fire safety awareness and risk reduction to safeguard lives and property.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
Massive celebrations were recorded countrywide as the Black Stars opened their 2026 World Cup campaign with a 1-0 victory over Panama in Toronto on Wednesday.
Midfielder Caleb Yirenkyi scored the only goal of the match late in the game as he shot in a decent cross from substitute Brandon Asante.
The win gave Ghana a positive start in the competition, placing them in second position behind England, also with three points but with a superior goal aggregate.
After the final whistle, the streets and other viewing centres were turned into partying grounds as fans, mostly clad in the team’s paraphernalia, danced to several World Cup-themed music.
Others blew the vuvuzelas in joyous mood with others putting up a spirited ‘jama’ session.
