The Electoral Commission (EC) will be requiring accreditation fees from journalists who wish to cover the elections on December 7. The Commission is however yet to determine the fee to be paid, according to a statement signed by its Head of Communications, Eric Dzakpasu. The statement said: “Accreditation tags will be given to only those ... The Electoral Commission (EC) will be requiring accreditation fees from journalists who wish to cover the elections on December 7. The Commission is however

Four loans sent to Parliament by government have been approved by the 275-member body. Parliament, which is expected to break on Thursday, November 3, 2016 for the December 7 polls is said to have given the approval for four loans within two hours in the House on Monday. The four loans included an 11 billion ... Four loans sent to Parliament by government have been approved by the 275-member body. Parliament, which is expected to break on Thursday, November 3, 2016 for the December 7 polls is

Groupe Nduom will officially introduce Edwumawura Rice, which is locally produced onto the Ghanaian market in November 2016. Groupe President, Dr. Papa Kwesi Nduom, will commission the Edwumawura branded rice at two separate ceremonies at Worawora in the Volta Region; and Assin Bereku in the Central Region. The refurbished Worawora Rice Mill Factory will start ... Groupe Nduom will officially introduce Edwumawura Rice, which is locally produced onto the Ghanaian market in November 2016. Groupe

Citi Business News has gathered the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), will re- launch its Initial Public Offer (IPO) by middle of November after it failed to successfully complete the offer in June, 2016. Documents cited by Citi Business News from the board of directors of the bank dated October 28, 2016 reveal that the IPO ... Citi Business News has gathered the Agricultural Development Bank (ADB), will re- launch its Initial Public Offer (IPO) by middle of November after it failed to successfully

A group of young men in Doryumu near Dodowa in the Greater Accra region have launched violent attacks on toll collectors at some quarry sites in the area. The group, allegedly backed by the Shai Traditional Council, wants the toll collectors to hand over the activities to them. According to Edward Nakitey, a journalist resident ... A group of young men in Doryumu near Dodowa in the Greater Accra region have launched violent attacks on toll collectors at some quarry sites in the area. The group,

The CEO of Vodafone Ghana, Madam Yolanda Cuba, today Monday October 31st, 2016 paid a courtesy call on Citi FM. Ms Yolanda Cuba’s visit was to formally introduce herself as the CEO of Vodafone Ghana and to also strengthen the telecom operator’s existing relationship with Citi FM. Ms Yolanda Cuba interacted with the MD of ... The CEO of Vodafone Ghana, Madam Yolanda Cuba, today Monday October 31st, 2016 paid a courtesy call on Citi FM. Ms Yolanda Cuba’s visit was to formally

The Greater Accra Region has become one of the key areas to monitor in the December polls because the two major political parties in the country – the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) are gearing to fight for supremacy in the region. Previous electoral results suggest the party that ... The Greater Accra Region has become one of the key areas to monitor in the December polls because the two major political parties in the country –

The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Tema East constituency is staging a fierce contest to unseat the New Patriotic Party candidate and incumbent, Titus Glover. The Tema East constituency is within the Tema Metropolitan Assembly. In 2012 it was split into two, with Tema Central being carved out of it. The constituency comprises areas ... The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Tema East constituency is staging a fierce contest to unseat the New Patriotic Party candidate and incumbent,

Jose Mourinho could face a second Football Association charge in less than a week after he was sent to the stands against Burnley on Saturday. The Manchester United boss has until 6pm on Monday to respond to a misconduct charge related to comments he made about referee Anthony Taylor prior to his side’s match at ... Jose Mourinho could face a second Football Association charge in less than a week after he was sent to the stands against Burnley on Saturday. The Manchester United boss has

The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has warned political parties  to desist from erecting and pasting of party’s paraphernalia and banners at unauthorized places ahead of the December 7 elections. According to AMA, the placement of billboards and pasting of publicity materials at unlawful places is against the Assembly’s ‘premises maintenance by-law’ of 1995. The Public Relations ... The Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) has warned political parties  to desist from erecting and pasting

A group calling itself the Mamprugu Network for the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has launched operation 100% votes for the party in Mamprugu land of the Northern Region. The Network comprises chiefs, assembly men, former NPP District Chief Executives, business men both home and abroad and some selected youth from the five constituencies in ... A group calling itself the Mamprugu Network for the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP) has launched operation 100% votes for the party in Mamprugu

The Paramount Chief of Anlo Traditional Council Togbui Sri III has enstooled Former President John Jerry Rawlings as Togbuiga Nutifafa (Senior Peace chief) of Anlo Traditional area for his leading role in maintaining peace and stability in Ghana. The former President was enstooled at a mini Hogbetsotso festival durbar held in Tadzewu to herald the ... The Paramount Chief of Anlo Traditional Council Togbui Sri III has enstooled Former President John Jerry Rawlings as Togbuiga Nutifafa (Senior

Various Political Parties in the Upper East Region on Sunday, October 30 embarked on a peaceful march to campaign for peace ahead of the December polls. Residents and supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), the People National Convection (PNC), the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and the Progressive Peoples Party (PPP) took to the streets ... Various Political Parties in the Upper East Region on Sunday, October 30 embarked on a peaceful march to campaign for peace ahead of the December

An Accra High Court has adjourned hearing of the suit filed by Flagbearer of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga challenging his disqualification by the Electoral Commission (EC) to contest the presidential elections. The adjournment followed the failure of lawyers for both sides to submit their statement of case and written submissions as ordered ... An Accra High Court has adjourned hearing of the suit filed by Flagbearer of the All People’s Congress (APC), Hassan Ayariga

The wife of running mate of the New Patriotic Party, Samira Bawumia has taken a swipe at the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) claiming they are corrupt. According to her, Ghanaians have only  experienced bad governance and incompetence under the NDC government. “…You want us to see you, we see you but we see incompetence, ... The wife of running mate of the New Patriotic Party, Samira Bawumia has taken a swipe at the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) claiming they

Dr Clement Opoku-Okrah, Registrar of the Allied Health Professions Council, has called private health educational institutions to obtain the requisite accreditation for their programmes as without this their students will not be recognised. He said it is also wrong for employment agencies to entertain the services of unregistered health professionals. Speaking at the 6th Induction and ... Dr Clement Opoku-Okrah, Registrar of the Allied Health Professions Council, has called private health educational

Donald Trump lashed out at Facebook, Google and Twitter over the weekend, claiming they were “burying” negative news about Hillary Clinton. Trump took to Twitter on Sunday morning to let everyone know he was mad about something. Two weeks ago, he yelled about Saturday Night Live‘s “hit job” — now it’s a vague proclamation that ... Donald Trump lashed out at Facebook, Google and Twitter over the weekend, claiming they were “burying” negative news

John Legend’s trophy cabinet contains an Oscar, a Golden Globe and 10 Grammy Awards but he says true love trumps all that. “Everyone is scared of love because you might get hurt,” he told Newsbeat. The singer’s latest album, Darkness & Light, deals with heartache and happiness. “Men have the added challenge of feeling like ... John Legend’s trophy cabinet contains an Oscar, a Golden Globe and 10 Grammy Awards but he says true love trumps all that. “Everyone

Citi Business News has gathered that financial institutions in Ghana have been hit hard by the election fever as investors are shying away from investing with the various financial institutions. The financial institutions have therefore bemoaned the lack of investment opportunities derived from investors in the fourth quarter. According to them, investment opportunities have slumped ... Citi Business News has gathered that financial institutions in Ghana have been hit hard by the election fever

The Democratic leader in the US Senate says the head of the FBI may have broken the law by revealing the bureau was investigating emails possibly linked to Hillary Clinton. Harry Reid accused FBI director James Comey of violating an act which bars officials from influencing an election. News of the FBI inquiry comes less ... The Democratic leader in the US Senate says the head of the FBI may have broken the law by revealing the bureau was investigating emails possibly linked to Hillary Clinton. Harry