Alexander Afenyo-Markin, the Majority Leader in Parliament, has clarified that the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly known as the anti-gay bill, has not yet been submitted to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo for his assent. Afenyo-Markin explained that the drafting department of Parliament is currently in the process of compiling the bill. […] The post Anti-gay
14-year-old Anysius Anyele, currently battling leukaemia, is urgently seeking support to undergo a more intensive treatment regimen and a crucial bone marrow transplant in India. This essential medical intervention could offer him a fighting chance in his battle against the disease. Over the past 18 months, Anyele has bravely faced the relentless challenges posed by […] The post 14-year-old
Human Rights lawyer and former Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Nana Oye Bampoe Addo, has challenged stakeholders to work together to prioritize the sexual and reproductive health needs of women and youth in Africa. The call was made during the 11th African Conference on Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights in Rabat, Morocco, which […] The post Prioritize
Millicent Nukornoo, a 14-year-old girl who was admitted to the 37 Military Hospital due to a heart valve condition, tragically passed away around 4:30 pm on Sunday, March 3, 2024. Her parents, residents of Anloga in the Volta Region, were urgently seeking financial aid for their daughter’s surgery. Citinewsroom.com published a story to that effect […] The post 14-year-old
The US Supreme Court has struck down efforts by individual states to bar Donald Trump from running as a presidential candidate for November’s election. Justices unanimously overruled Colorado’s decision to disqualify Trump from the Republican primary ballot. Judges in the state had cited an anti-insurrection clause in the US Constitution to ban Trump; similar attempts […] The post US
Francis Asenso-Boakye, the Minister for Roads and Highways, has reiterated the government’s dedication to the prompt completion of all road projects initiated under the Akufo-Addo administration, despite funding delays. During a site visit to the Obetsebi Lamptey Interchange Project, inaugurated by President Akufo-Addo in 2020, the Minister reassured the public of the government’s commitment. Speaking […] The post Govt
Advent International Ltd has demonstrated its commitment to corporate social responsibility by donating medical equipment and supplies to the Lordina Foundation. Mrs Ritu Dhar led the team that presented the items to HE, Mrs Lordina Dramani Mahama, Founder and President of the Lordina Foundation. The donated items included crank beds, delivery beds, children’s beds, wheelchairs, […] The post Lordina
The Transport Operators Union and the Concerned Drivers Association of Ghana have announced a 30 percent increase in transport fares effective March 7, 2024. A joint press release by the two bodies explained that the decision to increase fares stems from the government’s failure to address their concerns. “As drivers’ associations, we expressed disappointment in […] The post Transport
The Member of Parliament for Zebilla in the Upper East Region, Cletus Avoka has appealed to President Akufo-Addo to deploy his ingenuity in resolving the Bawku disturbances. President Akufo-Addo in his State of the Nation Address (SONA) expressed deep concerns regarding the expenditure incurred in resolving the Bawku conflict. He lamented that the funds could […] The post Apply
As the Citi FM/Citi TV Heritage Caravan continues its eight-day journey, the ‘Caravanites’ have now reached the enchanting landscapes of the Eastern Region, marking the second day of their immersive tour. Having explored the Volta Region on the inaugural day, where they relished indigenous cuisines like Totokakpa and partook in a vibrant Kente Durbar, the […] The post Heritage
A senior Political Science lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Kwame Asah-Asante, has proposed that Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh is the most suitable choice for Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s running mate. Dr. Asah-Asante asserted that Dr. Opoku Prempeh has demonstrated exceptional competence in various roles, making him the preferred candidate for the running […] The post Opoku
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama is in Abeokuta, Nigeria at the invitation of former Nigerian leader Olusegun Obasanjo to chair the launch and presentation of his new book titled, “The Art of Leading: Unconventional Wisdom from biblical leaders.” Mahama will also be the Special Guest of Honour at a […] The post Mahama
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has raised concerns over what it perceives as an error in the electoral commission’s public disclosure of the electoral calendar for the upcoming 2024 elections. The party asserts that the electoral commission failed to directly communicate the election itinerary to political parties, relying instead on media publications to disseminate the […] The post 2024
The Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has disclosed that the government will convert the Borteyman Sports Complex into a University for Sports after the 13th All-African Games. Speaking at a Press Briefing on Monday, March 4, Mustapha Ussif said the decision forms part of the government’s plans to properly maintain the facilities after […] The post Borteyman
Four people have been arrested following a clash between some residents of Manso Tontokrom and private security personnel deployed to protect the concession of Asanko Gold Mines in the Ashanti Region. The arrests follow the altercation, which occurred on Saturday, March 2, 2024, when the security personnel reportedly fired gunshots, resulting in the death of […] The post Manso
Sammy Flex, the manager of dancehall artist Shatta Wale, has disclosed that he hopes to manage the self-acclaimed dancehall king for many years. Known for frequently changing management, Shatta Wale has left some past partnerships on less than amicable terms. The ace entertainment journalist sees managing the iconic Dancehall artiste as a valuable learning experience, […] The post I
Mustapha Ussif, the Youth and Sports Minister, has confirmed that a total of $195 million has been spent on infrastructure development in preparation for the 2023 African Games. Scheduled to take place from March 8 to March 23, the Games will primarily unfold at the Borteyman Sports Complex and University of Ghana Stadium, complemented by […] The post $195m
The University of Cape Coast is set to welcome the 2020 running mate of the National Democratic Congress, Professor Naana Jane-Opoku Agyemang, as guest speaker in an event scheduled to mark International Women’s Day. Scheduled for March 5, 2024, at the School of Graduate Studies auditorium at 10 am, the event will focus on ‘Inspiring […] The post Prof.
Mustapha Ussif, the Youth and Sports Minister, anticipates a substantial global viewership for the upcoming 13th African Games scheduled to be hosted in Ghana. Ussif estimates that an impressive audience of approximately 2 billion people are expected to tune in to the multi-sport event. Scheduled to officially take place from March 8 to March 23, […] The post Sports
The 12 Commonwealth Caribbean nations have thrown their support behind Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey to become the next Secretary-General of the Commonwealth. “We are willing to support the Ghanaian. The problem is that Africa hasn’t sorted itself out,” an official told Demerara Waves Online News. The election for the top Commonwealth post to […] The post CARICOM
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