The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has destroyed seized tobacco products from Pulmakom and Tamale in the Upper East and Northern Regions, respectively. The tobacco products were impounded after they illegally entered the country, evading taxes to the detriment of national revenue. In a coordinated effort with the military command and other […] The post Millions
The former Municipal Chief Executive Officer of Weija-Gbawe, Patrick Kumor, has reportedly passed away. His death followed a brief illness. He was among the 25 MCEs whose appointments were recently rescinded by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Mr. Michael Danquah succeeded Mr. Kumor in his position. During his tenure, Mr. Kumor initiated numerous projects within […] The post Former
There are not many politicians who end up matching their rhetoric with action. Dr Mahamudu Bawumia belongs to that limited group with the rare combination of intellectual acumen, practical know-how, noble values, leadership abilities and actionable skills to get things done. And the track record is there to show. Vice President Bawumia is unlike any […] The post Dr Mahamudu Bawumia:
Albert Kwabena Dwumfour, the President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has expressed concern over the inconsistent power supply in Ghana, known as “dumsor”, and its impact on media houses. He highlighted that the irregular power supply is negatively affecting the international standing of Ghanaian journalists. At the World Press Freedom Day 2024 event at […] The post “Dumsor”
The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ghana Education Service (GES) to hire 10,000 qualified individuals. These recruits will serve in Secondary, Junior High, and primary schools nationwide. The new hires, who will be brought on board under the MoU, will fill roles as kitchen assistants, security […] The post YEA Signs
Chelsea strengthened their chances of securing European football next season, cruising to victory against West Ham at Stamford Bridge. It took just 15 minutes for Chelsea to get their noses in front with Cole Palmer reacting quickest to meet a loose ball in the West Ham box. West Ham almost hit back immediately when Jarrod […] The post Chelsea thrash West Ham to stay on track
Traders in the Ashanti Region are struggling due to the influx of counterfeit textiles in the market, leading to a loss of customers and potential closure of businesses. The issue is particularly prominent in the Kejetia Market, where fake products dominate, causing genuine textile sellers to suffer. Ghana Textiles Printing Limited, producers of various local […] The post Ashanti
Bright Simons claimed on Saturday’s Newsfile that the Electoral Commission lied when the Commission stated that the cost per voter in 2020 was $7.7. He claimed that from his calculations, Ghana’s cost per voter was rather $12.5, as he suggested the country spent over ?1.2 billion on the 2020 elections. To start with, from the […] The post Bright Simons
Students at the University of Professional Studies, (UPSA) Accra are raising concerns for their safety due to the absence of functional streetlights near the university. This lack of visibility on the stretch in front of the school has left many vulnerable, particularly in light of the reported increase in robberies along the darkened streets. Speaking […] The post UPSA students
Students at the University of Professional Studies, (UPSA) Accra are raising concerns for their safety due to the absence of functional streetlights near the university. This lack of visibility on the stretch in front of the school has left many vulnerable, particularly in light of the reported increase in robberies along the darkened streets. Speaking […] The post UPSA
The National Democratic Congress Parliamentary Candidate for Sekondi, Lawyer Blay Nyameke Armah, has started piloting his women’s banking promise with interest-free loans to about 400 women traders in and around the Sekondi market. Each trader who applied for financial assistance received an interest-free loan ranging from GHS3,000 to GHS7,000 to be paid within five months. […] The post Sekondi
Truck drivers operating at the Tema port have declared their intention to commence a sit-down strike on Monday, May 6, 2024. The drivers are protesting against a series of issues including attacks by armed robbers, harassment by uniformed personnel, and unlawful detention. They are calling for immediate action to address these concerns. In an official […] The post Tema
Private Legal Practitioner Martin Kpebu has urged the Attorney General to retract its letter to the Economic and Organised Crime Office, which recommended halting the money laundering investigations into former Sanitation Minister Cecilia Dapaah’s affairs. The Attorney General’s office advised against these investigations on May 1, following its determination that the Special Prosecutor’s request for […] The post Cecilia
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has assured Ghanaians of his government’s determination to maintain the country’s enviable democratic credentials and territorial integrity before, during and after the December 7 general election. He said Ghana had gained global recognition in the West African Sub-region as an epitome of democracy and tranquillity, making her a beacon of […] The post Ghana
The “hostile line” of the Baltic countries have led to the severance of most of their ties with Russia, the Russian foreign ministry said in remarks published on Sunday, warning also that Moscow will respond with asymmetric measures. “Because of the openly hostile line of Vilnius, Riga and Tallinn, all interstate, interdepartmental, regional and sectoral […] The post Russia
Tens of thousands of Israelis rallied late into the night calling for a deal to bring hostages home, ahead of further ceasefire talks. Protesters in Tel Aviv chanted “war is not holy, life is”, with some accusing Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of aiming to prolong the conflict in Gaza. It came as a Hamas delegation […] The post Israel-Gaza
The Deputy CEO of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), Linda Boamah Asante, has stated that management is actively working to reduce the price of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) in response to the demands of Ghanaians. In a town hall meeting on the Cylinder Recirculation Model (CRM) in Tamale, she mentioned that discussions are underway between […] The post We’re working to reduce
The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that it will begin the process of replacing voter ID Cards from Thursday, May 30, to Friday, June 14. During this same timeframe, the transfer of votes and applications for proxy voting will also be accepted. The activities will take place in EC district offices, selected electoral areas, and […] The post 2024 Polls:
Dr. Stephen Amoah, a Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Finance has indicated the government’s strong commitment to work closely with the country’s development partners to build a stronger economy. According to the Deputy Minister who is also a Member of Parliament for Nhyiaeso in the Ashanti Region, the government has instituted key measures and […] The post Ghana
The Center for Democratic Development (CDD-Ghana) has criticised the government’s approach to the money laundering case involving former Sanitation Minister, Cecilia Dapaah. CDD-Ghana expressed concern over the government’s reaction to scandals involving its affiliates. The Ministry of Justice and Attorney General, in a letter to the Economic and Organised Crime (EOCO), recommended against pursuing money […] The post CDD-Ghana
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