The Ministry of Power has presented fifteen thousand solar lamps and 275 generator sets to the Electoral Commission (EC), as back-up power source ahead of the December 7 general election. Speaking at the presentation of the items to the Electoral Commission, the Chief Director of the Ministry of Power, Solomon Atiim Asoalla, said although the 275 ... The Ministry of Power has presented fifteen thousand solar lamps and 275 generator sets to the Electoral Commission (EC), as back-up

Financial Analyst, Sydney Casely-Hayford, has called for the restructuring and subsequent privatisation of the Ghana Broadcasting Cooperation (GBC), as a solution to it’s seeming bias against opposition political parties in electioneering seasons. Speaking on Citi FM’s The Big Issue, Mr. Casely-Hayford asserted that, Ghana would be better off without using the country’s taxes to pay for ... Financial Analyst, Sydney Casely-Hayford, has called for the restructuring and subsequent

Mrs Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the President of Liberia, has advised Ghanaians to guard the peace being enjoyed now because any violent incident could degenerate into a national catastrophe. President Sirleaf, who is also the Chair of Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), said: “If there is violence during the elections and it spills over ... Mrs Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, the President of Liberia, has advised Ghanaians to guard the peace being enjoyed now because any violent incident

The Ghana National Fire Service has launched its Home Fire Safety Certification Project and National Bush Fire Prevention Campaign in the three regions of the North. Dumgya Project The Home Fire Safety Certification Project’ or ‘DumGya’ (Put out the fire), project is aimed at tackling the ever-increasing domestic fire outbreak in the country. It is ... The Ghana National Fire Service has launched its Home Fire Safety Certification Project and National Bush Fire Prevention Campaign in the

The Youth League of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), has cautioned persons they describe as ‘contracted voters’ to stay away from Wednesday’s elections for their own safety. According to the Youth League, political party agents are on the alert and will not treat such persons kindly. “There are persons who have turned themselves into contractors ... The Youth League of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), has cautioned persons they describe as ‘contracted voters’

Diamond Cement has disclosed to Citi Business News it is still considering its decision to lay off fifty percent of the company’s staff over reports that it cannot sustain its operations. Though Diamond cement has not ruled out redundancy of some of the workers, it believes the decision will become necessary when market conditions do ... Diamond Cement has disclosed to Citi Business News it is still considering its decision to lay off fifty percent of the company’s staff over reports that

The police are investigating the murder of a 45-year-old Chinese who was killed at a mine site at Manso Abore in the Amansie West District in the Ashanti Region at dawn last Thursday. The remains of the deceased, Huang Zeng Min, has since been cremated at the Old Tafo Cemetery in Kumasi. Brief Briefing the ... The police are investigating the murder of a 45-year-old Chinese who was killed at a mine site at Manso Abore in the Amansie West District in the Ashanti Region at dawn last Thursday. The

That’s eight Premier League wins in a row for Chelsea. Antonio Conte’s side had to come from behind against Man City after a Gary Cahill own goal gave the hosts a 1-0 half-time lead and they deserved the lead. However, they were made to pay for their failure in front of goal as Diego Costa, ... That’s eight Premier League wins in a row for Chelsea. Antonio Conte’s side had to come from behind against Man City after a Gary Cahill own goal gave the hosts a 1-0 half-time lead and they deserved

Close to two-thirds of rebel-held areas of east Aleppo have now fallen to the Syrian government after another district was seized. A UK-based monitor said the Tariq al-Bab district fell on Friday, opening up a link between government-held areas and Aleppo’s airport. Swathes of east Aleppo held by rebels have been seized by government troops ... Close to two-thirds of rebel-held areas of east Aleppo have now fallen to the Syrian government after another district was seized. A UK-based monitor

The Ghana Police Service on Saturday morning embarked on a peace march through some streets of the national capital, Accra. The personnel started the march from the Nima Police Station through Nima, Newtown, Circle, Adabraka, Kokomlele and other suburbs of the capital.   The aim of the exercise, according to the police, is to assure Ghanaians of ... The Ghana Police Service on Saturday morning embarked on a peace march through some streets of the national capital, Accra. The personnel

David in Nana Addo, Goliath in Mahamah. Who Will Fall? Many say they see the traits of the biblical David in Nana Addo Dankwah Akuffo Addo and he himself confirmed that during the NPP manifesto launch. However, the sympathisers of NDC also see Mahamah as their David. The question then is: Who is who? The ... David in Nana Addo, Goliath in Mahamah. Who Will Fall? Many say they see the traits of the biblical David in Nana Addo Dankwah Akuffo Addo and he himself confirmed that during the NPP manifesto

A Gambian journalist based in Senegal, Sana Camara, has described the defeat of the country’s president of 22 years, Yahya Jammeh, as a sign of relief for all Gambians. Camara is one of over hundred journalists and activists exiled abroad because of Jammeh’s repressive rule and the lack of press freedom. Opposition politicians, journalists and ... A Gambian journalist based in Senegal, Sana Camara, has described the defeat of the country’s president of 22 years, Yahya Jammeh, as a sign

An International Flower Expert from the Netherlands Senior Experts group (PUM) held a workshop in Accra for members of the Ghana Flower Growers Association (GFGA). The purpose of the workshop was to provide training in floriculture and share information on succeeding in the international flower industry, with a focus on the flower industry value chain. ... An International Flower Expert from the Netherlands Senior Experts group (PUM) held a workshop in Accra for members of the Ghana Flower Growers

Persons whose names are on the special voters’ list will not be allowed to vote on Wednesday, December 7. According to the Electoral Commission (EC) such persons will be regarded as absent voters. The EC in a press release warned that “all voters whose names are included in the special voters’ list are legally part ... Persons whose names are on the special voters’ list will not be allowed to vote on Wednesday, December 7. According to the Electoral Commission (EC) such persons

The first day of the special voting exercise recorded a turnout rate of 72.69 percent representing 92,231 of 126,875 registered persons, according to provisional figures from the Electoral Commission (EC). This was achieved regardless of the challenges that plagued the exercise, compelling the Commission to set aside another day on Sunday, December 4, for persons ... The first day of the special voting exercise recorded a turnout rate of 72.69 percent representing 92,231 of 126,875 registered

President John Dramani Mahama has criticized the Presidential Candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Akufo-Addo for refusing to attend a presidential debate organized by the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE). According to the President, Nana Addo rather chose to espouse his plans to the electorates on a private radio station, Peace FM ... President John Dramani Mahama has criticized the Presidential Candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Nana Akufo-Addo for refusing

Dr Kofi Issah, the Upper East Regional Director of the Ghana Health Services (GHS), has said the region has recorded a constant decline in the Human Immune Virus (HIV) infections. He said HIV prevalence rate for the region in the last three years, has been below two percent with more than 90 per cent HIV ... Dr Kofi Issah, the Upper East Regional Director of the Ghana Health Services (GHS), has said the region has recorded a constant decline in the Human Immune Virus (HIV) infections. He said

Pop star Lady Gaga has called for an “harmonious” and “intelligent” response to Donald Trump’s presidency. Mr Trump’s cabinet includes conservatives who oppose gay rights, and Gaga said she would work to protect advances made by the LGBTQ community. “[We] are going to do everything that we can to protect the social progress we have ... Pop star Lady Gaga has called for an “harmonious” and “intelligent” response to Donald Trump’s

Donald Trump should elect a cybersecurity ambassador to help keep the US secure, a new report says. The 100-page document highlights areas where the US falls short and calls on the private sector to help hasten the improvement of digital services. President Barack Obama set up the commission in preparation for the new administration. He ... Donald Trump should elect a cybersecurity ambassador to help keep the US secure, a new report says. The 100-page document highlights areas where the US falls

Battling in a literal gym in Moscow, top lightweights Denis Shafikov and Richard Commey slugged it out for twelve entertaining rounds earlier today, going blow-for-blow in what was essentially one protracted close-range exchange. Despite his foe’s notorious knockout prowess, it was Shafikov who came out on top via split decision. Shafikov (38-2-1, 20 KO) used ... Battling in a literal gym in Moscow, top lightweights Denis Shafikov and Richard Commey slugged it out for twelve entertaining rounds