Your Weekly Pulse: Top 5 News Stories in Ghana You May Have Missed (8 to 12 December)

Welcome to this week’s edition of Your Weekly Pulse, your trusted round up of the major stories shaping conversations across Ghana. Whether your week has been hectic or you are only now catching up, this summary brings you the key developments that dominated national attention.

The Ministry of the Interior has launched a full investigation into alleged assassination attempts on the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng. The probe follows claims made by Sammy Darko, Director of Research, Communications and Strategy at the Office of the Special Prosecutor, during an interview on Joy News. He stated that Mr Agyebeng had survived two attempts on his life while carrying out his mandate on behalf of the Republic.

According to the Ministry, early checks show that conversations with Mr Agyebeng suggest the alleged incidents occurred before this year. It also noted that there is no official record of such threats at any police station or security agency in Ghana.

READ DETAILS: Interior Ministry probes alleged assassination attempts on Special Prosecutor

The Government of Ghana has deported three Israeli nationals following what it described as the ill-treatment and unjustified deportation of three Ghanaians by Israeli authorities.

A statement from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration said the Israelis were removed from the country on Tuesday, 10 December 2025, shortly after arriving in Accra.

The Chargé d’Affaires ad Interim of the Israeli Embassy was immediately summoned for discussions, as the Ambassador is currently out of the country. Both governments have agreed to work towards an amicable resolution of the diplomatic dispute.

READ DETAILS: Ghana deports 3 Israelis in retaliation for ill-treatment of Ghanaian nationals

The Ministry of Transport has begun deploying additional buses along four major corridors in Accra during evening peak hours to ease the worsening transport challenges faced by commuters.

Transport Minister Joseph Nikpe Bukari announced the measure on Tuesday, describing it as an emergency intervention designed to improve safety, reduce lengthy queues and address the high fares charged by some commercial drivers during rush hours.

Speaking to journalists in Parliament, the Minister said the initiative takes effect today, 10 December, and forms part of the government’s immediate response to public concerns about unreliable transport services in the capital.

ALSO READ: Gov’t introduces emergency bus support on major Accra routes to ease peak-hour woes

The Electoral Commission has confirmed that the parliamentary rerun in the Kpandai Constituency will be held on Tuesday, 30 December 2025. This follows a notification from Parliament confirming the vacancy, in line with a directive from the High Court.

The statement, dated 10 December and signed by Fred Tetteh, Deputy Director of Research, Monitoring and Evaluation, noted that only the three candidates who contested the 2024 parliamentary election will take part.

The rerun follows a ruling by the Tamale High Court in November 2025, which annulled the election of Mr Matthew Nyindam. The Court upheld a petition citing significant irregularities and ordered a fresh poll within 30 days.

ALSO READ: EC to hold Kpandai parliamentary rerun for only 3 candidates on 30th December

President John Dramani Mahama has directed Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga and Majority Chief Whip Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor to withdraw their Private Member’s Bill seeking to dismantle the legislation that established the Office of the Special Prosecutor.

A statement issued on 11 December by Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Minister for Government Communications, said the directive reflects the President’s renewed commitment to the OSP. This follows his meeting with the National Peace Council where he affirmed his government’s support for the institution.

The President also encouraged the OSP to intensify its efforts in order to rebuild public confidence, stressing that Ghanaians expect more decisive action in the fight against corruption.

ALSO READ: Pres. Mahama directs Ayariga and Dafeamekpor to withdraw OSP repeal bill

This week’s developments highlight the dynamic nature of national affairs, touching on security, diplomacy, public transport and governance. From high level investigations to decisive government interventions, Ghana continues to navigate complex challenges and opportunities. Your Weekly Pulse will keep bringing you clear and reliable updates so you remain well informed as the national story unfolds.