Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia Two-time Vice-Presidential candidate of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has questioned the credibility of the country’s inflation and exchange rate figures. “An examination of recent data on inflation released by the Ghana Statistical Service as well as exchange rate data reported by the Bank of Ghana raises serious concerns,†he observed. Dr […]
The two US aid workers infected with the Ebola virus in Liberia have recovered and have been discharged from hospital, medical officials have said. Dr Kent Brantly, 33, thanked supporters for their prayers at a news conference in Atlanta. Nancy Writebol, 59, was discharged on Tuesday. The two were brought to the US for treatment […]
Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia Two-time Vice-Presidential candidate of the NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has questioned the credibility of the country’s inflation and exchange rate figures. “An examination of recent data on inflation released by the Ghana Statistical Service as well as exchange rate data reported by the Bank of Ghana raises serious concerns,†he observed. Dr […]
Nana Akufo Addo The Tufuhene of the Wassa Fiase Traditional Area, Nana Kwadu Kyerefoo, on Wednesday, August 20, has told Nana Akufo-Addo to continue to remain patient and steadfast, as “God has already chosen you to be President” of the Republic of Ghana, with the upcoming presidential primary of the New Patriotic Party only “a […]
The remains of Hakeem at the mortuary. Hakeem Abubakar, 18, was reportedly shot dead by a certain policeman simply identified as Evans near the Accra Girls’ Senior High School on Friday, 8th August 2014. According to the deceased’s father, Abubakar Saluhu, who has since petitioned the Director-General of the Police Intelligence & Professional Standards Bureau […]
One of the victims BODIES OF three persons, including Osabarima Appiah Danso II, chief of Akyem Takyiman in the Eastern Region, have been mutilated in a giant explosion at Valco Estate in Community 12, Tema. The incident occurred in what was said to be a tye and dye manufacturing factory in the premises of the […]
The day after the storm which enveloped the New Patriotic Party (NPP) headquarters, was characterised by justifiable foreboding: party supporters demanded order and the exiting of the two persons responsible for the mess. The day was not used to nurse the wounds sustained in the remorseful encounter earlier; and the reason is not difficult to […]
I put forward this article as my opinion piece to stimulate discussion on whether Parliamentary majority, as a governance practice, has advanced and promoted the development of this country. It is important to point out that one of the basic ingredients of democracy is parliamentary rule. Parliament provides a platform where decisions are taken on […]
Former president Jerry John Rawlings has filed a writ at an Accra Fast Track High Court restraining Ghana’s immediate past High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Professor Kwaku Danso-Boafo, from launching a book titled: “JJ Rawlings and the Democratic Transition in Ghana.†The book launch was scheduled for yesterday Wednesday August 20, 2014, at the […]
Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah Former Youth and Sports Minister, Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah, yesterday appeared before the Commission of Inquiry into the Brazil 2014 World Cup scandal, saying a colossal sum of GH¢188,665,000 (¢1.89 billion old cedis) was spent on a dinner for the Black Stars.   According to him, the dinner, named the ‘Presidential Ball’, held at the […]
Former President John Agyekum Kufuor Former President John Agyekum Kufuor has unequivocally condemned the assault on some party members when machete-wielding ‘macho men’ stormed the New Patriotic Party (NPP) headquarters on Tuesday. The bloody clash was triggered by a controversial press conference held by the National Chairman of the Party, Paul Afoko and General Secretary, […]
Kumasi-based business mogul, Kwabena Kesse, has been freed by an Accra Circuit Court presided over by Francis Obiri. The Kumasi-based businessman, popularly called Kessben, was reported to have been rearrested by the BNI after he was freed; but according to Ohene Gyan, lawyer of Kessben Group of Companies, the speculation was false. Kwabena Kesse, Managing […]
Antivirus software provider Bitdefender has come up with a way, using Android Wear watches, whereby a ‘scream’ from your mobile phone may help you find your phone when it’s been stolen, lost or misplaced. Claiming ‘iron-clad security’ for smart wearables with its new Mobile Security & Antivirus,Bitdefender says its solution introduces the WearON feature that […]
Scientists at Northeastern University are using nanotechnology to find an effective treatment for the Ebola virus, which has killed more than 1,200 people and sickened even more. What makes finding a vaccine or cure such a formidable job is that the virus mutates so quickly. How do you pin down and treat something that is continually changing? […]
The UPS Store said Wednesday that malicious software was found on the systems of 51 of its franchises in 24 U.S. states, although no fraud has been detected yet. The subsidiary of United Parcel Service, which has 4,470 U.S. stores, said in a notice that customer names, postal and email addresses and payment card information may have […]
Amazon.com is hoping to attract more consumers from China, with a new agreement that will let the U.S. e-commerce company bring millions of products from its international sites to the country as imported goods. The company’s China business made the announcement on Wednesday, with the signing of an agreement to establish its own “cross-border e-commerce […]
SAP is planning to spend up to US$500 million in Africa from now through 2020 in hopes of dramatically growing its business on the continent, particularly in countries outside of South Africa, where it already has a strong base. “In Africa, we plan to engage and invest in even more markets while helping build the […]
Nearly all of Facebook’s outbound notification emails are now encrypted while traveling the Internet, a collaborative feat that comes from the technology industry’s push to thwart the NSA’s spying programs. In May, only 58 percent of the social networking site’s email was encrypted when it was sent since the receiving entity must have the technology, […]
Reggie Rockstone Hip-life Grandpapa, Reggie Rockstone has disclosed that at the peak of his music career, he was a big fan rapper Obrafour. According to him, contrary to perceptions, there is absolutely nothing strange about an artiste being a big fan of fellow artiste. Credited for starting the hiplife genre in Ghana, Reggie Rockstone stated […]
Facebook
Twitter
Pinterest
Instagram
Google+
YouTube
LinkedIn
RSS