Former Chief Executive of COCOBOD, Dr. Stephen Kwabena Opuni, has flatly dismissed claims by his successor, Joseph Boahen Aidoo, that COCOBOD was facing significant financial challenges before he assumed office in January 2017. Dr. Opuni has therefore challenged Mr. Boahen Aidoo to publish the audited financial report of COCOBOD as documentary evidence to support his […] The post Produce
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The College of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has resolutely declared that it will not comply with the directive issued by the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) to terminate its ongoing strike. In a decisive stance, CETAG has challenged the FWSC to initiate legal proceedings if it intends to enforce government compliance with […] The post We
A coalition deal has been confirmed that will see Cyril Ramaphosa re-elected as president. The leader of the second largest party, which is part of the deal, calls this a ‘new chapter’ for the country. The new MPs have been sworn in after the 29 May election. That was when the African National Congress (ANC) […] The post South African deal agreed as MPs due
The Ministry of Health will implement a national health insurance policy for foreigners visiting Ghana for short periods starting July 1, 2024. Initially, the policy will target non-resident foreigners visiting the country for less than six months within 12 months. Developed in collaboration with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and other partners, the policy […] The post MoH
Vladimir Putin has said Ukraine would need to withdraw troops from territories Russia claims to have annexed before a ceasefire could begin – a proposal Ukraine’s president called a Hitler-like “ultimatum”. Volodymyr Zelensky has long said Ukraine will not negotiate with Moscow until Russian forces leave all Ukrainian territory, including Crimea. The Russian president also […] The post Putin
The Member of Parliament for Jomoro Constituency in the Western Region has renovated the only basic school in Mpeasem, the Mpeasem Roman Catholic Basic School. The dilapidated school had been abandoned, compelling pupils to learn under a shed. Teaching and learning were halted anytime it rained, but the MP, Dorcas Affo-Toofey, has come to the […] The post Jomoro MP rebuilds
One person is reported dead while three others are receiving treatment after land guards attacked some individuals working on a construction site at Tebu in the Ga South Municipality of the Greater Accra Region. The land guards who were well armed according to Citi News’ Calvis Tetteh demanded a digging fee of GHC4000 but the […] The post Ga South: Land guards
As the world prepares to celebrate Father’s Day, it’s a timely reminder to honour the significant role fathers play in our lives. While the holiday has traditionally been seen as a time for children to show appreciation for their fathers, it’s also an opportunity for adults to express gratitude for the men who have made […] The post Honouring
Private agribusiness firm Agri-Impact Limited (AIL) has urged Ghanaians to elevate their regard for agriculture. The firm has asked Ghanaians to prioritise and respect the agricultural industry for its vital role in the economy and society. Speaking at the Citi Business Festival Agribusiness Forum in Accra on Friday, the Group Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of […] The post Citi
Growing up as the child of a business owner, particularly in a multi-generational family business, is a unique experience. While it can be rewarding in many ways, it often comes with a complex web of responsibilities and emotional intricacies. Tales and Reflections Consider the story of John, a third-generation heir to a logistics company. He […] The post The
The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission has ordered the Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) to call off its industrial action with immediate effect. The Commission described CETAG’s decision to strike at such a crucial moment as an act of bad faith, given the government’s efforts to address their concerns. CETAG on Friday, […] The post FWSC
Award-winning Afrobeat artiste, King Promise has dropped his third album, ‘True To Self’ which embraces his artistic identity and signature sound. In a social media post, he expressed gratitude to everyone who contributed to making the album a reality. King Promise’s post stated, “BEYOND PROUD TO ANNOUNCE, MY NEW ALBUM “TRUE TO SELF” is out […] The post King
The Deputy Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana, Ing. Kwadwo Obeng has rejected calls for a load shedding timetable. ECG together with GRIDCo on Thursday, June 13, announced a three-week power outage following a shortage of gas supply from Nigeria. This has prompted Some business owners to call on the ECG to release […] The post There’s no need for ‘dumsor’
The Legacy Crop Improvement Centre (LCIC) has highlighted the crucial role of apprenticeship and training programmes in bolstering Ghana’s agricultural value chain. Speaking at the Citi Business Festival Agribusiness Forum at Alisa Hotel in Accra on Friday, Dr Amos Rutherford Azinu, the founder of LCIC, emphasised the necessity for the upcoming generation of farmers to […] The post Citi
Business owners who rely on electricity for their operations have renewed calls for a clear-cut load-shedding timetable This follows a three-week intermittent power outage announced by Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) and the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) occasioned by a reduction in gas supply from Nigeria. In an interview with Citi News, some barbers, and […] The post Business
Dr. Amos Rutherford Azinu, Founder of Legacy Crop Improvement Centre, has underscored the untapped potential of Africa’s seed market, which captures less than $2 billion of the $70 billion global market. During his address at the Citi Business Festival Agribusiness Forum, Dr. Azinu highlighted the disproportionate distribution of the global seed market. Despite Africa possessing […] The post Citi
The Police in Dambai have arrested the owner of the boat involved in an accident on River Oti on Wednesday. Three people drowned while seven others were rescued after the boat capsised during windy conditions. Assembly Member for the Dambai Lakeside Electoral Area, Emmanuel Atali who updated Citi News on the issue, said the boat […] The post Boat owner arrested following
Staff of the National Identification Authority (NIA) remain optimistic ahead of their scheduled meeting with the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) today, June 14, where they will discuss their conditions of service. The union had initiated a strike, which was called off following a directive from the National Labour Commission, allowing negotiations to proceed. […] The post We
The World Bank has approved a total of $2.25 billion loan for Nigeria to help stabilise its economy following reforms and scale up support for the poor, it said in a statement on Thursday. In April, Finance Minister Wale Edun said Nigeria was seeking up to $2.25 billion in World Bank loans and expects the […] The post World Bank approves Nigeria’s $2.25 billion loan
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