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GIPC launches ‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’
The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre, GIPC, has launched
‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’ to leverage on tourism to drive development in Ghana.
‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’ is a unique event that aims to project the beauty of Ghanaian culture and heritage by bringing together Ghanaians and the African Diaspora.
The event primarily fosters an informal networking session for all attendees, and to encourage the support and patronage of Made in Ghana products.
The array of activities include live music sessions, fashion shows and live performances, while vendors showcase various authentic and delicious Ghanaian dishes, local drinks, art, and fashion items.
• Some local delicacies on display 
•A local bar with a taste of Ghana • A section of patrons at the launch • Kojo Oppong Nkrumah and Mark Okraku Mantey in a group photograph with some leaders of the collaboratin • Local drinks at the bar 
Nana Duffie Addo • Kwanpa band serenading atmosphere at the launch with some authentic Ghanaian music
Speaking at the launch, the Chief Operations Officer (COO) of GIPC, Nana Dufie Addo said, the initiative would highlight various areas of Ghana’s rich cultural heritage, and allow investors and public to network in a relaxed atmostphere.
She added that this year’s event would take place on 27th December 2021 at the Forecourt of the State House under the theme,”Our language, Our identity, Our pride.”
According to her, the event would consistently engage members of the diaspora community, leverage resource potential for Ghana’s development agenda, and promote investments in Ghana through entertainment, tourism, and culture.
She said, the initative was a collaboration between GIPC and Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture,Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Information, Ghana Tourism Authority, Diaspora Affairs among other agencies.
The Information Minister, Mr. Kojo Oppong Nkrumah congratulated GIPC and collaborating agencies on this initiative, saying the diversity of Ghanaian culture and heritage all over the country, unfortunately this was not experienced and celebrated enough.
He said that ‘Taste of Ghana 2.0’ gave opportuintiy to showcase the tourism potental in all the regions considering the groups which were targeted.
Mr. Oppong Nkrumah urged organisers to keep an eye on trade, investment and tourism, and called on participants to give of their best.
The Deputy Minister of Tourism Arts and Culture, Mr.Mark Okraku Mantey said, that it was one of the tools which would help the creative sector develop and stressed the need for enhanced customer service.
“All of us need to have in mind that we are all ambassadors of the country,” he said adding that the Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture would continuously partner the event for the benefit of the country.
Director of Product Development and Investment at Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA), Mr.Ben Nsiah, expressed solidarity and urged the sister agencies to continue to promote Ghana as trade destination.
Director at the Diaspora Affairs, Office of the President, Mr. Akwasi Awuah Ababio, said the diaspora was not homogeneous,so every strategy should be deployed in capturing the interest of all the diaspora communities irrespective of their background.
The diapora engagement policy the government is pursuing offers avenues for all diaporians to have access to the various opportunities in the country, and promise Office of the Diaspora Affairs support to the Taste of Ghana.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has called for the immediate release of Kofi Ofosu Nkansah, accusing the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) of abusing its powers in the conduct of investigations against him.
In a press statement dated February 11, 2026, and signed by Minority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Caucus described the actions of the NIB as “unacceptable” and politically motivated.
According to the statement, the issue began on February 3, 2026, when the Secretary to the President, Callistus Mahama, wrote to the Director-General of the NIB.
In the letter, he requested an investigation into an allegation reportedly made by Mr. Ofosu Nkansah on Sompa Radio 106.5.
The allegation suggested that an individual had paid money to secure a scholarship to study abroad. The letter further directed the NIB to submit its findings.
The Minority said Mr. Ofosu Nkansah was first invited to the NIB office on February 5, 2026, to assist with investigations.
He reportedly honoured the invitation and appeared with his lawyer, Nana Agyei Baffour Awuah, who is also the Member of Parliament for Manhyia South.
After the meeting, he was allowed to go home without being charged.
However, the Caucus said the NIB invited him again on February 9, while he was in Kumasi visiting his seriously ill father.
According to the statement, he informed the Bureau that he could not report immediately due to his father’s condition and requested to appear on February 11 instead.
The Minority claimed the NIB insisted he report earlier.
The statement further alleged that when Mr. Ofosu Nkansah reported to the NIB, heavily armed officers took him to his residence to conduct a search and later returned him to the NIB office at Nima in Accra.
The Minority Caucus questioned the need for what it described as “forcible actions,” especially when, in its view, Mr. Ofosu Nkansah had been cooperative.
It also claimed that his rights were infringed upon and alleged that he had been taken to an unknown location without access to his legal counsel.
“As far as we know, Mr. Ofosu is at an unknown location,” the statement said, adding that the situation was worrying.
The Caucus argued that such actions could undermine Ghana’s democracy and the rule of law. It maintained that investigations should be conducted in a civil and lawful manner.
The Minority also linked the incident to what it described as broader national concerns, including delays in payments to cocoa farmers, unemployment and the rising cost of living.
It urged the government to focus its attention on addressing these economic challenges instead.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The member of parliament for Ketu North, Edem Agbana, has condemned alleged vote buying linked to Baba Jamal during recent political activities at Ayawaso East, describing the act as completely foreign to the values of the NDC.
During a discussion on Metro TV, Mr Agbana expressed concern about what he described as an open display of wealth during the event over the weekend.
He referred to videos circulating online which showed items such as television sets being distributed to people, stressing that such actions do not reflect the party he grew up to admire and join.
According to him, the NDC is built on core values of accountability, probity and transparency, and that explains why many party members have reacted strongly to the incident.
He indicated that the outrage within the party shows a clear rejection of vote buying and similar practices.
Mr.Agbana also disagreed with comments attributed to the Greater Accra Regional Minister suggesting that vote buying happens in every election.
He maintained that such a view does not represent the position of the NDC and should not be normalised under any circumstances.
He pointed out that immediately the reports and videos emerged, the party leadership took a firm stance against the alleged acts rather than trying to justify them.
He noted that the party was awaiting the release of an official report on the matter and expressed confidence that any recommendations would be fully implemented.
Mr.Agbana described the current leadership of the NDC as disciplined and principled, with a proven record of integrity.
He stressed that the party’s response to the issue shows that its reset agenda is not only directed at political opponents but also focused on internal discipline and self correction.
He further assured the public that the NDC will not protect any individual found culpable of vote buying. However, he added that anyone accused will be given a fair opportunity to respond, in line with the principles of natural justice.
Mr.Agbana concluded that the party remains committed to building a strong and resilient political organisation that upholds probity, transparency and accountability at all levels.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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