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The National Service Scheme (NSS) has clarified the GH¢40 Online Enrolment Activation fee required from prospective national service personnel to activate PIN codes for the 2024/2025 service year enrolment. There was a public uproar after media reports over the Online Enrolment Activation fee. However, in a statement dated Friday, June 21, the NSS explained that […] The post NSS

The National Democratic Congress (NDC), through the Office of Inter-Party Affairs and Civil Society Organizations (CSO) led by Dr. Peter Boamah Otokunor, engaged Africa Education Watch. The meeting aimed at encouraging a collaborative relationship and aiding in policy formulation towards improving the education sector in Ghana. Kofi Asare, the Executive Director of Africa Education Watch […] The post NDC

Dr Patrick Ofori, the CEO of the Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors, has asked the Ghana Revenue Authority to justify why it directed the Strategic Mobilisation Authority (SML) to resume its work in the downstream petroleum sector. This call by Dr Ofori is on the back of a directive by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) […] The post GRA needs to justify why SML still

Dr Patrick Ofori, the CEO of the Chamber of Bulk Oil Distributors, has asked the Ghana Revenue Authority to justify why it directed the Strategic Mobilisation Authority (SML) to resume its work in the downstream petroleum sector. This call by Dr Ofori is on the back of a directive by the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) […] The post GRA needs to justify why SML

The driver of a tipper truck has died while two other persons are critically injured following an accident at Krispol City Junction, Kasoa on Friday, June 21. The driver who fell beneath the vehicle was run over by the tyres and died instantly. His mates also suffered critical injuries and were rushed to the Mother […] The post Kasoa: Truck driver dies, two others critically

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has stated that it has only received GH¢47 million from the government for the conduct of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Frank Annoh-Dompreh, the Majority Chief Whip, had previously informed Parliament that the Finance Ministry had released GH¢80 million to WAEC for the BECE. This disclosure followed concerns […] The post BECE:

The exclusion of Dede Ayew from the last two matches of the Black Stars has sparked mixed feelings in the Ghanaian football community. This situation is a wake-up call for the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and other stakeholders to establish rules and guidelines for aging Black Stars players, recognising and celebrating their contributions. Over the […] The post GFA:

Let me first congratulate the Flagbearer, the Functional Executive Committee, the Political Committee, and all appointed members of the Campaign and Steering Teams. Let me salute you by saying you are well able!! Last year, the rank and file of the Party overwhelmingly endorsed the candidature of H.E. John Dramani Mahama, among other reasons for […] The post Godwin

The Medical Laboratory Professional Workers Union (MELPWU) has suspended its strike. The union members, who initially went on strike on June 17, were protesting the government’s delay in addressing their service conditions. On June 20, the National Labour Commission (NLC) intervened, instructing the union to cease the industrial action and re-engage in negotiations with the […] The post Medical

As Ghana grapples with skyrocketing food prices, a harsh reality unfolds—the NPP government’s lofty promises of prosperity under a taxation-to-production regime have left many citizens with empty plates and stomachs. The stark truth is that the cluelessness, incompetence, poor management, corruption, and the wanton dissipation of the limited public resources have resulted in a relentless […] The post Otokunor

The Majority Chief Whip, Frank Annoh-Dompreh has disclosed to Parliament that 80 million Ghana Cedis has been released by the Finance Ministry to the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) for the conduct of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). This comes after the Member of Parliament for Bole-Bamboi, Yusif Sulemana raised concerns on the floor […] The post BECE:

Several American Airlines employees have been put on leave for their involvement in an incident in which black passengers were removed from a flight after a complaint about body odour. Three passengers filed a lawsuit against the carrier in May, alleging racial discrimination in the 5 January incident. In a note to employees, CEO Robert […] The post US airline suspends

People placed under restraining orders for domestic violence do not have a right to own guns, the Supreme Court has ruled. The 8-1 decision upholds a 30-year-old law that bars those with restraining orders for domestic abuse from owning firearms. At the centre of the case was Zackey Rahimi, a Texas man who was indicted […] The post Domestic abusers cannot own guns, US

The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, has called on Ghanaians to demand a change in governance in response to the country’s deepening economic crisis. In a social media post on Friday, June 21, Mahama criticized the Akufo-Addo-Bawumia government for alleged corruption, nepotism, and mismanagement of national resources. He stated that the […] The post Unspeakable

Ibrahim Mahama, Artist and Founder of Red Clay Studio has emphasised the need for creatives to uphold a good image and create value in their work. He stated that these two elements are central to the growth and development of the creative industry. He further explained that a good image attracts opportunities and opens doors […] The post Citi

The Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has directed the Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML) to resume its monitoring operations of the Downstream Petroleum sector effective June 14, 2024. The GRA in a statement dated June 12, 2024, to the Bulk Oil Distributors explained that the directive is in accordance with President Akufo-Addo’s directives on the KPMG report. […] The post GRA

Sanofi is strengthening its long-standing commitment to access diabetes care in low and middle-income countries and underserved communities worldwide through a series of innovative partnerships with healthcare authorities in countries where comprehensive care has not previously been widely available. In April 2023, Sanofi signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Health […] The post Sanofi

Renowned poet and author, Apiorkor, urged creatives to be intentional about building social networks. She emphasised the importance of networking in the creative industry and how it can significantly impact an individual’s career. Apiorkor, known for her powerful performances and thought-provoking poetry, was speaking at the Creative Entrepreneurship Forum of the Citi Business Festival in […] The post Citi

The running mate to NDC’s flagbearer, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has responded to criticisms from the former Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, who questioned her suitability for candidacy based on her age. Prof. Opoku-Agyemang’s remarks come in response to Kyei Mensah Bonsu’s comments, which many perceived as an attempt to undermine her candidacy by focusing on […] The post I’m