A solemn wreath laying ceremony in memory of Ghana’s former president, Professor John Evans Fiifi Atta Mills was held yesterday in Accra. In attendance were family members, former appointees of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) administration, party executives, friends and Members of Parliament (MPs). Notable of them were Professor Kwamena Ahwoi, a former Minister of … The post Wreath
A fifteen member governing council of the University of Mines and Technology (UMaT) was yesterday inaugurated in Accra. The council, which has been tasked with determining the strategic direction of the university, as well as monitor and evaluate its policy implementation over the next two years has Dr Stephen Saforo Yirenkyi as the chairman. Other … The post ?Governing Council
The Minister of Employment and Labour Relations, Mr Ignatius Baffour Awuah, has express worry about the long bureaucratic process associated with the public sector. He explained that slow decision making and services had made it difficult for the public service to respond swiftly to businesses which had put them at a disadvantage to their competitors. … The post Minister
As part of efforts to provide good customer services, the Melcom Group of Companies has by far given away 12 cars and other consolation prizes to lucky winners in its weekly raffle promo. The raffle which started on July 1, 2019 and expected to end on August 31, 2019 forms part of efforts to reward … The post Melcom give away 12 cars, consolation prizes to raffle
Work on the 7.5 kilometre Ledzokuku-Krowor Municipal Assembly (LEKMA) Hospital road in the Greater Accra Region has resumed. This followed the release of GH¢17 million by the government for work to continue. The road, which serves as a link between the Spintex and Teshie Bush road was abandoned by the previous contractor, due to non-payment … The post ?Work on LEKMA Hospital
South Africa’s corruption watchdog is making headlines for all the wrong reasons. Just three years into the job, there have already been two attempts to remove Busisiwe Mkhwebane from office. She has faced public scrutiny, accusations of political bias and has most recently become the subject of a scathing finding by the country’s constitutional court. … The post ?The
The health minister in the Democratic Republic of Congo has resigned in protest at the handling of the Ebola outbreak in the east of the country. In his resignation letter, Oly Ilunga condemned a decision by President Félix Tshisekedi to replace him as the head of the Ebola response team. He also criticised what he … The post ?DR Congo health minister resigns in Ebola
Nigerian troops and police clashed on Tuesday with Shi’ite Muslim marchers in the capital Abuja and gunfire could be heard, according to a Reuters witness. The air was thick with teargas as soldiers and police officers made arrests. The Shi’ite group marched in protest against the continued detention of its leader, despite a court ruling … The post Shi’ite protesters
THE National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has cautioned domestic and commercial users of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) cylinders in Obuasi and its environs in the Ashanti Region to adhere to safety measures or risk causing major disaster. This follows an observation by the National LPG Policy Implementation Committee that several users of cylinders in the area … The post NPA
THERE was a low turnout of applicants for the national identification card on the first day of the registration exercise in the Adaklu District. At Adaklu-Anfoe, for instance, some of the applicants lacked the primary documents required for acquiring the card, especially birth certificates. The supervisor at the registration centre, Mr Danquah Raphael Adoboe, said … The post Ghana
The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has deployed 17 officers to head communication setups at its regional commands and other key units across the country. The deployment is in line with Immigration Service Act 908 and its Regulations (L.I. 2245), a statement issued by Superintendent Michael Amoako-Atta, Head of Public Affairs, said in Accra yesterday. It … The post GIS deploys
The Parliamentary Service Board (PSB) has dismissed claims that it favoured Sir David Adjaye & Associates in awarding the contract for the construction of the controversial new parliamentary chamber. In a petition to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, Design Associates Development Consortium further raised concerns over Mr Adjaye’s legitimacy to practice in Ghana because he … The post PDB
MTN Foundation, in collaboration with the St Theresa Vocational Training Centre for the Physically Challenged, have equipped 47 young boys and girls in Abor in the Ketu South District of the Volta Region with employable skills to enable them to earn their own incomes. MTN Foundation sponsored 20 out of the number who are physically … The post 2 bodies equip 47
The Presidency has rejected a petition by a group calling for the removal of the Speaker of Parliament over an alleged case of misconduct. The group known as the Alliance for Social Equity and Public Accountability (ASEPA), in a petition dated July 9, 2019, called on the president to, as a matter of urgency, to … The post Presidency rejects petition for Speaker’s removal
Israel Nornyibey has filed his nomination to contest the National Democratic Congress (NDC)’s parliamentary primary at the Dome Kwabenya Constituency. He was the first to file his nomination on Thursday morning after declaring his intentions and picking up the forms a couple of weeks ago. Joined by some party faithfuls and hundreds of sympathisers in … The post Nornyibey to
Johnson Asiedu Nketia, the General Secretary for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has observed that the decision by some of the experienced Members of Parliament (MPs) to bow out of the race for Parliamentary seats should not be seen as bad, rather should be seen as good for the democratic dispensation. According to him, despite … The post Decision by some
UNDER-PRESSURE Minister of Youth and Sports, Isaac Kwame Asiamah, will face Parliament today to answer questions with regard to Ghana’s ill-fated campaign at the just-ended African Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament in Egypt. Of particular interest, doubtless, will be Ghana’s budget for the tournament – an issue that raised eyebrow and triggered rave reviews from … The post Sports
CHELSEA have beaten Barcelona 2-1 in their Rakuten Cup clash in Japan. The result is Frank Lampard’s most impressive as Chelsea boss to date, with his side putting in a positive showing at the Saitama Stadium. Tammy Abraham and Ross Barkley grabbed the goals. Lionel Messi’s absence helped, but the Blues prevented Barcelona from playing … The post Chelsea defeat
FORMER Kano Pillars technical director Malik Jabir has tipped the Nigerian side as the favourites ahead of their CAF Champions League qualifier against Kotoko next month. The former Kotoko player and coach believes the Masu Gida lads are better prepared ahead of the two-legged tie. Kano Pillars will host the Porcupine Warriors at the Sani … The post Malik
The country is confronted with yet another health emergency as an outbreak of Yaws, locally known as “Jator”, has engulfed Tsledom, a deprived community in the Lower Manya Krobo Municipality, in the Eastern Region. The disease is fast spreading in the entire community, with more than 50 per cent of the population, both young and … The post ?Yaws epidemic: Another health
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