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Judicial service announces suspension of JUSAG strike, courts to resume today
The Judicial Service of Ghana has announced the suspension of the industrial action by the Judicial Service Staff Association of Ghana (JUSAG) and the Senior Staff Association of the Judicial Service of Ghana (SSAJUG).
In a press release dated November 9, 2026, the Judicial Service said the decision followed productive discussions between the leadership of the two associations and management, resulting in a mutual understanding.
It has consequently directed all staff to resume work with immediate effect, with courts across the country expected to resume normal sittings on Tuesday, November 10.
The Service expressed regret over the disruption caused by the strike and apologised to President John Dramani Mahama, the Executive arm of government, the Speaker of Parliament and Members of Parliament, the legal profession and the general public.
It particularly apologised to court users who experienced inconvenience during the industrial action.
The Judicial Service reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring the smooth and timely delivery of justice and thanked stakeholders for their patience and understanding as efforts continue towards a lasting resolution of the issues raised.
By: Jacob Aggrey
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has temporarily suspended all date of birth changes on the Ghana Card across the country.
The suspension takes effect from Monday, November 9, 2026, and will remain in force until further notice.
In a statement issued on Monday, the Authority said the decision followed a review of its date of birth update process, which revealed the need for stronger safeguards.
The NIA said it was engaging key institutions, including the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) and the Births and Deaths Registry, to strengthen the guidelines for processing such requests.
It explained that the consultations were aimed at ensuring a transparent, credible and standardised system for handling date of birth changes.
During the suspension, no new applications for date of birth changes will be accepted or processed at any NIA office nationwide. Requests already being processed will also not be approved.
The Authority said it would notify the public once the consultations were completed and the revised guidelines were ready.
It apologised for any inconvenience caused and appealed to the public for understanding and cooperation.
By: Jacob Aggrey
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Edward Agyekum Kufuor declares intention to contest Atwima Nwabiagya North NPP Parliamentary Candidacy
Edward Agyekum Kufuor has formally declared his intention to contest for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) Parliamentary Candidacy for the Atwima Nwabiagya North Constituency.
In a public notice, Kufuor said the decision followed prayerful reflection and consultation.
He described Atwima Nwabiagya North as home, stating that his father, former President John Agyekum Kufuor, served as Member of Parliament for the area before leading Ghana.
He said he was returning not to trade on a name, but to earn the trust of constituents through service, strategy and practical solutions.
Kufuor said farmers, traders and young people in the constituency deserve better.
He pledged to champion motorable feeder roads to link farming communities to markets, value addition for cocoa and food crops, protection of the Barekese catchment that supplies water to Kumasi, quality schools and health facilities, and jobs, skills and enterprise support to keep the youth working at home.
He said party unity and inclusivity are his first commitment. He expressed respect for every fellow aspirant and pledged to work with executives, past and present, polling station executives, electoral area coordinators and grassroots members to keep Atwima Nwabiagya North an NPP stronghold.
At the national level, Kufuor said he will commit his resources, networks and experience to the NPP’s effort to recapture power in 2028, regain majority seats in Parliament, and support the presidential ambition of former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia.
He said leadership to him means service, strategy and solutions, and that the needs of the people of Atwima Nwabiagya North come first, before personal ambition or family name.
Kufuor said he looks forward to meeting party members, chiefs and stakeholders as the constituency begins a new chapter.
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
