Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso say they will form a joint force to fight jihadist threats in their countries. Niger’s army chief Moussa Salaou Barmou announced it would be operational as soon as possible, without giving details of its size. He spoke in a televised speech on Wednesday following talks in the capital Niamey. Groups […] The post Niger, Mali
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, says victims of the Akosombo Dam Spillage are yet to benefit from the government’s allocation of GHC80 million. During the 67th Independence Day celebration in Koforidua, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo reiterated the government’s commitment to aiding the victims of the Akosombo dam spillage. He […] The post Akosombo
The National Executive Committee of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has officially endorsed Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate for the party’s flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, in the upcoming 2024 general elections. Last week, John Mahama submitted his selection for running mate, and the party has now solidly supported his choice for […] The post Official:
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has eulogised late Deputy Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament (MP) for Ejisu, Dr John Ampontuah Kumah. The 45-year-old MP died on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He leaves behind his wife and six children. In a post on Facebook, Dr Bawumia remembered the late Deputy Minister of Finance as […] The post Bawumia eulogises
Parliament has adjourned today’s sitting to Friday, March 8 following the death of the Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Kumah. Sources close to the family confirmed to Citi News that the 45-year-old MP who doubles as the Deputy Finance Minister died after a short illness. The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, in a […] The post Parliament adjourns sitting
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has called for the reintroduction of road tolls in a bid to mobilize adequate revenue to bridge the country’s road infrastructural deficit. The collection of road tolls was discontinued in 2021 as part of policy measures announced by the government in the preceding year’s budget statement. During […] The post Asenso-Boakye
The Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has expressed sadness over the demise of his fellow MP for Ejisu and Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah. Expressing his deep shock at the unexpected loss, the Minority Leader mentioned that a comprehensive statement would be issued later to address and provide more details about the sad event. […] The post John Kumah’s death shocking
Participants of the Citi FM/TV 2024 Heritage Caravan are continuing their exploration of nature and culture as they reach the fifth day of their journey at the Paga Crocodile Pond. On March 7, the participants had an extraordinary experience of catching a glimpse of live crocodiles and other reptiles. Some of the ‘Caravanites’ even touched […] The post Heritage
A sombre atmosphere has enveloped the residence of the late Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah, as news of his untimely demise spread. Family, friends, and political colleagues gathered to mourn the loss of a dedicated public servant and a beloved member of the community. John Kumah, who also served as a Member of Parliament for […] The post Sad scenes at John Kumah’s
Wakanow, Africa’s leading travel technology company, announces support for International Women’s Day 2024 by adopting the iconic colour purple across its digital channels. In a bold statement of solidarity, Wakanow’s website banner and logo will turn purple from 12:00 AM on Friday, March 8th, aligning with the global celebration of women’s achievements and progress. According […] The post
The Minister-designate for the Ministry of Health, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye, has justified the demolition of the La General Hospital. Originally demolished in 2020 due to reported structural defects, the La General Hospital is currently awaiting reconstruction. The government’s decision to raze the building has faced substantial public criticism, notably from the Minority in Parliament. In […] The post La
Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has been formally declared the running mate of John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC). Prof. Opoku-Agyemang previously held the position of running mate to Mr. Mahama during the 2020 general elections. The National Executive Committee (NEC) of the party held a meeting on Thursday, March […] The post Profile
The Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi-Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, has expressed profound grief over the death of Deputy Finance Minister, Dr. John Ampontuah Kumah. Dr. Kumah, a 45-year-old MP for Ejisu in the Ashanti Region, passed away on Thursday, March 7, following a short illness, according to […] The post I’m
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo says he is proud of his achievements over the last seven years as leader of Ghana. Nana Akufo-Addo says he has performed well as President from 2017 to date. Addressing a gathering of the Diplomatic Corps in Peduase, Akufo-Addo highlighted his government’s achievements across various sectors. “Whether it is in […] The post I’ve
Joseph Osei-Owusu, the Chairman of the Appointments Committee of Parliament, has suggested to Andrew Egyapa Mercer, the Minister Designate for the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, to promote investments in “funeral tourism” if confirmed. He noted that funerals represent a profitable business opportunity that many often overlook. During his vetting in Accra on Tuesday, […] The post Encourage
As Ghana marks its 67th Independence Day, the United States of America has called on Ghana to reflect on the ties that bind the two countries. Anthony J. Blinken, the US Secretary of State, in a statement, noted, On behalf of the United States of America, I join President Akufo-Addo and the people of Ghana […] The post 67th Independence Day: Let’s
The Association of Chartered Certified Accountants (ACCA) in Ghana has welcomed 132 new inductees, deepening the pool of well-trained human resources and marking a significant milestone for the accounting profession in the region. A total of 132 inductees, made up of 86 male and 46 female professionals reflecting the growing diversity within the accounting community […] The post
Ghana is considered one of the more stable countries in West Africa since its transition to multi-party democracy in 1992. Formerly known as the Gold Coast, Ghana gained independence from Britain in 1957, becoming the first sub-Saharan nation to break free from colonial rule. Gold, cocoa and more recently oil form the cornerstone of Ghana’s […] The post GH@67: The journey so far
The Ministry of Education has vehemently denied claims of spending GH¢68.5 million on photocopying past questions for candidates of the West African Senior School Certificate Examinations (WASSCE). The Ministry of Education allegedly incurred a cost of GH¢33.6 million in 2020 and over GH¢34 million in 2021 for this purpose, both through single-source procurement. The Minister […] The post WASSCE:
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has emphasized that Ghana deserves top-notch leadership and improved governance. In a statement on the country’s 67th Independence Day, Mr. Mahama underscored the necessity for a robust economy that fosters opportunities for all citizens, not just a privileged few. He stated, “Our nation deserves […] The post 67th
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