Businesses in the import and export trade are demanding a reduction in the new EXIM levy on imports. They argue that the development will increase the cost of operation and overburden final consumers. “Absolutely the charge is very high; they could have still maintained the 0.5 percent usually been paid by importers…We’ve seen the goodwill ... Businesses in the import and export trade are demanding a reduction in the new EXIM levy on imports. They argue that the development will increase
The City of London police are investigating an alleged fraud involving a former Premier League footballer who lost £3.9m from one of Britain’s richest evangelical churches in a disastrous investment scheme. The criminal investigation follows a Charity Commission report into “mismanagement” at Kingsway International Christian Centre, which invested £5m with the former Charlton Athletic player ... The City of London police are investigating an alleged fraud involving a former Premier League
A group affiliated to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), known as the Northern Young Patriots, has demanded the immediate dismissal of the Tamale Teaching Hospital Chief Executive Officer, Dr. Prosper Akambong. The group’s Chairman, Bashiru Baba at a news conference in Tamale, accused Dr. Akambong of superintending over corruption, nepotism and abuse of human rights ... A group affiliated to the New Patriotic Party (NPP), known as the Northern Young Patriots, has demanded the immediate dismissal
The Korle-bu Senior Staff Association (KOSSA), has petitioned the Minister of Health, Kwaku Agyeman Manu, to investigate the alleged misappropriation of funds by the management of the hospital. Last month, some senior staff members accused the management of illegally paying over one hundred thousand cedis as bonuses to themselves. The Secretary of the Association, James ... The Korle-bu Senior Staff Association (KOSSA), has petitioned the Minister of Health, Kwaku Agyeman Manu, to investigate
A driver has petitioned President Nana Akufo-Addo to fire the Chief Justice, Georgina Theodora Wood, for what he views to be her incompetence and misbehaviour in her handling of the fallout of the judicial corruption scandal. The driver, one Ernest Obri Lartey, in his petition, said the Chief Justice violated Article 146 (8) of the ... A driver has petitioned President Nana Akufo-Addo to fire the Chief Justice, Georgina Theodora Wood, for what he views to be her incompetence and misbehaviour
“There is only one happiness in this life — to love, and to be loved.” – George Sand Valentine’s Day is the day when Cupid gets out his cute little arrow and shoots us all with the power of love. It’s when couples make romantic plans to be together, getting out of work early or taking ... “There is only one happiness in this life — to love, and to be loved.” – George Sand Valentine’s Day is the day when Cupid gets out his cute little arrow and shoots us all with the power
There was drama at the Tema Community Nine Cemetery on Saturday, when two mortuary men from the Tema General Hospital aggressively removed a dead body from its coffin at the cemetery, over the refusal of the bereaved family to pay an amount of GHc 150 as undertaking charges. The incident, which was a surprise to many, ... There was drama at the Tema Community Nine Cemetery on Saturday, when two mortuary men from the Tema General Hospital aggressively removed a dead body from its coffin at the
Vice President, Dr Mahamadu Bawumia, has challenged African leaders to take advantage advancements in technology to better the lives of their citizens. According to Dr Bawumia, the application of basic technology like the mobile phone should allow people to bypass pre-existing technology and infrastructure which have had some negative effects on the world. Taking part in ... Vice President, Dr Mahamadu Bawumia, has challenged African leaders to take advantage advancements in technology to better
A UN expert has called on Cameroon to restore net access to English-speaking parts of the country. Net services in the south-west and north-west regions of the nation were cut on 17 January. Cutting net services was an “appalling violation” of the right to freedom of expression, said UN special rapporteur David Kaye. He said ... A UN expert has called on Cameroon to restore net access to English-speaking parts of the country. Net services in the south-west and north-west regions of
The Islamabad High Court in Pakistan’s capital issued an order Monday that banned the celebration of Valentine’s Day across the country ‘with immediate effect.’ The order prohibits the display of adverts on electronic and print media that reference Valentine’s Day, bans the sale of associated merchandise and states that the day cannot be celebrated in ... The Islamabad High Court in Pakistan’s capital issued an order Monday that banned the celebration of Valentine’s
A former Deputy Minister of Education, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has said the massive improvement in educational infrastructure by the previous NDC government, will facilitate the new government’s plan to roll out the free Senior High School (SHS) programme. According to him, the Mahama administration invested millions of dollars in expanding infrastructure in the education sector, ... A former Deputy Minister of Education, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has said the massive improvement in educational
The widow of the late Editor for the Daily Telegraph, Bismark Bebli, who died in car accident in January at Kasoa, is seeking justice following conflicting reports of the circumstances that led to the death of her husband. She has subsequently petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP) as she demands the truth from the ... The widow of the late Editor for the Daily Telegraph, Bismark Bebli, who died in car accident in January at Kasoa, is seeking justice following conflicting reports of
Donald Trump is expected to speak with the presidents of Nigeria and South Africa later this afternoon. President Jacob Zuma is expecting the call, according to a tweet from his office: Nigerian authorities have not yet confirmed the call between Muhammadu Buhari and Donald Trump. But the Globe and Mail’s Africa correspondent has suggested that ... Donald Trump is expected to speak with the presidents of Nigeria and South Africa later this afternoon. President Jacob Zuma is expecting the
Doctors are planning to hold month long vigils in solidarity with seven of their top union officials who were jailed Monday for contempt by the Industrial and Labour Relations court. Following the ruling, Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Union (KMPDU) Nairobi Branch Secretary General Thuranira Kaugiria stated that the vigils will be held at the ... Doctors are planning to hold month long vigils in solidarity with seven of their top union officials who were jailed Monday for contempt by
New Patriotic Party (NPP) executives of the Tema East Constituency, have asked the leadership of the party to as a matter of urgency call the Greater Accra Regional Chairman and Regional Minister nominee Ishmael Ashitey to order, accusing them of attempts to impose his choice for approval as MCE. Addressing the media at Tema Community One, ... New Patriotic Party (NPP) executives of the Tema East Constituency, have asked the leadership of the party to as a matter of urgency call the Greater
The Office of the Chief Imam, Sheikh Usmanu Nuhu Sharabutu has raised concerns about the newly constituted Hajj board saying it is too partisan. This comes a few days after government released a 14-member committee chaired by former New Patriotic Part (NPP) Member of Parliament and Minister Sheikh IC Quaye. Some regional Chief Imams have ... The Office of the Chief Imam, Sheikh Usmanu Nuhu Sharabutu has raised concerns about the newly constituted Hajj board saying it is too partisan. This comes
13 February every year has been set aside internationally to mark the advent of radio in the world. It is in line with this that Citi FM’s Obrempong Yaw Ampofo has come out with the piece below as the world as a whole commemorates World Radio Day today, February 13, 2017. Dear Radio*, Your coming ... 13 February every year has been set aside internationally to mark the advent of radio in the world. It is in line with this that Citi FM’s Obrempong Yaw Ampofo has come out with the piece
One of Ghana’s fastest growing indigenous banks, Unibank, has donated €10,000 to Eric ohemeng, to facilitate a trip to Germany where he will be seeking further medical treatment from his acid injuries. Eric ohemeng, a student of GIMPA, suffered the severe wounds after his ex-girlfriend Esther Enyonam Pekyi, poured volumes of acid on him following ... One of Ghana’s fastest growing indigenous banks, Unibank, has donated €10,000 to Eric ohemeng, to facilitate a trip to Germany where he
1,393 pupils across the country are taking part in this year’s private Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The number includes candidates who are rewriting the examination because they did not perform well in specific subjects, as well as those desirous to further their education, and are therefore writing the examination for the first time. This ... 1,393 pupils across the country are taking part in this year’s private Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The number
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Instagram
Google+
YouTube
LinkedIn
RSS