Reports from across the country indicate that personnel from the security agencies are still being turned away from special voting polling centres. But the Electoral Commission (EC) has called for calm saying persons who cannot find their names in their respective constituency’s registers will be able to vote to on December 7. The Director of ... Reports from across the country indicate that personnel from the security agencies are still being turned away from special voting polling centres. But

The second phase of the special voting exercise is currently underway in all designated polling stations across the country. Volta Region Citi News’ Volta Regional correspondent, Norbert Akpabli said about 4,813 voters are expected to cast their ballot today in the Volta Region. He said in the Ho constituency specifically, 771 voters are expected to ... The second phase of the special voting exercise is currently underway in all designated polling stations across the country. Volta Region Citi

Italians are voting in a referendum which is being closely watched for further signs of anti-establishment sentiment in Europe. The vote, called by centre-left Prime Minister Matteo Renzi, is formally on plans to streamline parliament but is expected to be used by many as a chance to register discontent. Populist parties have campaigned for a ... Italians are voting in a referendum which is being closely watched for further signs of anti-establishment sentiment in Europe. The vote, called by

Ghana’s leading presidential candidates for the 2016 polls, have congratulated the President-elect of Gambia, Adama Barrow. President John Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), sent his message via a tweet, and the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Flagbearer, Nana Akufo-Addo did same in a statement. President Mahama in his tweet said: “Congratulations to President-Elect Barrow Adama of Gambia.” Congratulations ... Ghana’s leading presidential candidates

Patrons of the University of Ghana’s Botanical gardens will henceforth access other services with the launch of the new phase of the facility. The garden, until the coming on board of the new investors, only served as a habitat for some flora and fauna species. It had also served as event centres for some recreational ... Patrons of the University of Ghana’s Botanical gardens will henceforth access other services with the launch of the new phase of the facility. The garden, until the coming

The second phase of the special voting exercise is expected to start at 7:00am today, [Sunday], December 7, in all designated Polling Stations across the country. The first day of the special voting exercise on Thursday, December 1, recorded a turnout rate of 72.69 percent representing 92,231 of 126,875 registered persons, according to provisional figures ... The second phase of the special voting exercise is expected to start at 7:00am today, [Sunday], December 7, in all designated Polling Stations

A member of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Joh Kumah, says he’s surprised at the seeming confidence of the Progressive People’s Party (PPP), ahead of the general elections on Wednesday, December 7. According to him, the PPP has not put in place strategic measures to ensure victory in the 2016 polls, yet they remain confident of ... A member of the opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), Joh Kumah, says he’s surprised at the seeming confidence of the Progressive People’s

The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), will hold its final campaign rally today [Sunday], December 4, ahead of the general election on Wednesday, December 7, 2016. The party has said it is expecting thousands of its supporters across the country, to participate in the rally. In an interview with Citi News, the Greater Accra Regional ... The opposition New Patriotic Party (NPP), will hold its final campaign rally today [Sunday], December 4, ahead of the general election on Wednesday, December

The National Democratic Institute (NDI)  international election observation mission for Ghana’s presidential and parliamentary elections on December 7, has arrived in Ghana. The delegation includes 30 political and civic leaders, election experts, and regional specialists from 14 countries. Leadership of the delegation comprises Amb. Johnnie Carson, former assistant secretary for African Affairs, U.S. State Department; ... The National Democratic Institute (NDI)  international election

The Chiefs and Elders of the Komenda Traditional Council, have endorsed the second term bid of President John Dramani Mahama. Speaking on behalf of the Chiefs,  the Elder of the Komenda Traditional Council, Nana Kojo Appiah, said President Mahama has done enough for the Central Region, and therefore deserves to be allowed to continue his ... The Chiefs and Elders of the Komenda Traditional Council, have endorsed the second term bid of President John Dramani Mahama. Speaking on behalf of the

As pressure mounts on firms such as Google, Facebook and Twitter to do more to tackle fake news, some are taking things into their own hands. Technologist Daniel Sieradski has developed a plug-in – known as BS Detector – that flags up “questionable” websites on Facebook and Twitter. The plug-in – has appeared in dozens ... As pressure mounts on firms such as Google, Facebook and Twitter to do more to tackle fake news, some are taking things into their own hands. Technologist