Following advice from the Volta Regional Security Council, the Ministry of Interior has reviewed the curfew hours imposed in the Alavanyo and Nkonya townships from 11:00pm to 5:00am effective Friday, 28th October, 2016. The Ministry has on the advice of the Northern Regional Security Council also renewed the curfew hours of the Kpatinga, Bimbilla and ... Following advice from the Volta Regional Security Council, the Ministry of Interior has reviewed the curfew hours imposed in the Alavanyo and

The Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the 2016 elections, Nana Akufo-Addo says he cannot destool chiefs who criticize him if he is elected to power, contrary to President John Mahama’s claims. Nana Akufo-Addo, while on a campaign tour, was responding to a recent comment by President Mahama that he [Akufo-Addo] will destool ... The Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for the 2016 elections, Nana Akufo-Addo says he cannot destool chiefs who criticize him if he is elected

Three passengers in a taxi cab travelling from Frankadua in the Eastern Region towards Juapong in the Volta were on Wednesday [November 2] burnt to death at Nudu in the Volta Region The fire started when the Cab in which they were travelling ran over a rump. According to the police in the area, the ... Three passengers in a taxi cab travelling from Frankadua in the Eastern Region towards Juapong in the Volta were on Wednesday [November 2] burnt to death at Nudu in the Volta Region The fire started

A former Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria, Professor Attahiru Jega has suggested that political parties who have challenges with the electoral process to opt for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms rather than the law courts. According to him, although it is important for aggrieved parties to seek redress in court, some ... A former Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Nigeria, Professor Attahiru Jega has suggested

The New Patriotic Party has chastised President John Mahama and the govening National Democratic Congress (NDC) for failing to develop Ghana. According to the Deputy National organizer of the party, Nuhu Manama, President Mahama was only good at mismanaging the country’s social intervention policies. “President Mahama is competent at mismanaging the economy, free maternal health, NHIS, ... The New Patriotic Party has chastised President John Mahama and the govening National Democratic

The Vice president, Kwesi Armissah Arthur, on Wednesday took his campaign to Bunkprugu as part of his tour of the Northern Region. The tour gave him the opportunity to propagate the achievements and aspirations of the current National Democratic Congress (NDC) government. While addressing a rally to outdoor the NDC’s parliamentary candidate for the Bunkprugu ... The Vice president, Kwesi Armissah Arthur, on Wednesday took his campaign to Bunkprugu as part of his tour of the Northern Region. The

The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested a 43-year-old man, Charles Donkor popularly known as ‘killer’ for possessing several weapons and ammunition unlawfully. He was arrested near Pokuase in the Greater Accra Region on Tuesday, November 1, at 11.30pm, following police intelligence in an operation that lasted three hours. The weapons retrieved from his hideout after ... The Accra Regional Police Command has arrested a 43-year-old man, Charles Donkor popularly known as ‘killer’

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Charlotte Osei, has dismissed reports that the Commission has awarded a contract worth almost US$9 million to a liquidated company in the United Kingdom for the printing of electoral sheets, commonly referred to as “pink sheets”. An Accra-based private newspaper, The Daily Statesman alleged in a publication on Thursday, November ... The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Charlotte Osei, has dismissed reports that the Commission

The North African country’s football association chief has rubbished reports that they are planning on special measures to protect the Israeli coach. Egyptian Football Association executive director, Tharwat Sweilam, has denied reports of accepting an offer from Ghana FA to beef up security for Black Stars coach Avram Grant ahead of their 2018 World Cup ... The North African country’s football association chief has rubbished reports that they are planning on special measures to protect the

Ghana coach Avram Grant has named 23 players for this month’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against Egypt in Alexandria. Portugal-based midfielder Alhassan Wakaso and defender Andy Yiadom of English Championship side Barnsley were handed their first Black Stars call-ups for the game on 13 November. England-based Andre Ayew, who plays for West Ham United, returns ... Ghana coach Avram Grant has named 23 players for this month’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against Egypt in Alexandria. Portugal-based

Police officers stationed at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle on Thursday morning, arrested a commercial motorbike rider, also known as “okada”, after they found a loaded hand gun on him. Eyewitnesses said it took four officers to restrain the rider before disarming him and whisking him away. “The man was very strong. The four police officers ... Police officers stationed at the Kwame Nkrumah Circle on Thursday morning, arrested a commercial motorbike rider, also known as “okada”, after they

The Paramount Chief of the Sefwi Anwhiaso Traditional Area, Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II, has been elected the new president of the Western Regional House of Chiefs. Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi replaces Osabarima Enimil, who until a recent court ruling, was the Paramount chief of the Wassa Fiase Traditional Area. Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II had 8 of ... The Paramount Chief of the Sefwi Anwhiaso Traditional Area, Ogyeahoho Yaw Gyebi II, has been elected the new president of the Western Regional House of Chiefs. Ogyeahoho

Election year is here again and along with it have come its shenanigans. One of such is the “Voters Region” tag some have given to my region, the Volta Region. I suppose the geniuses behind the coinage thought it clever because its a play on the name of the region. It sounds punny and who ... Election year is here again and along with it have come its shenanigans. One of such is the “Voters Region” tag some have given to my region, the Volta Region. I suppose the geniuses

The Electoral Commission has stated that the current legal tussle between the commission and some aggrieved political parties over the disqualification of their presidential aspirants, will not affect the 7th December date for the elections. “…From the point of view ofthe commission; the election would definitely happen on December 7,” Chairperson of the Commission, Charlotte ... The Electoral Commission has stated that the current legal tussle between the commission and some aggrieved

Parliament has approved a £45 million commercial agreement between government and Contracta Construzione Italia, despite Minority’s opposition. The amount,which will specifically be used for the development of the University of Environment and Sustainable Development, has been met with fierce opposition from the Minority, who are raising issues about value for money in some components of ... Parliament has approved a £45 million commercial agreement between government and Contracta Construzione

President John Mahama has projected that Ghana`s economy will grow by 8 percent right the elections. According to him, this will be as a result of the sound economic policies his National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration has put in place. The President made the remarks during the inauguration of the Accra Digital Centre yesterday. He said ... President John Mahama has projected that Ghana`s economy will grow by 8 percent right the elections. According to him, this will be as a result

While still basking in rave reviews for its impressive Kumasi outing, the National Readathon Campaign heads off to the Volta Region to delight book lovers. Slated for November 19, 2016 at Ho Polytechnic, the event is dubbed, ‘’Romancing Ho Sebitically’’. At this much-expected session, the literati are expected to be entertained to a lively evening ... While still basking in rave reviews for its impressive Kumasi outing, the National Readathon Campaign heads off to the Volta Region to