Gregory Afoko, the farmer accused of murdering Adams Mahama, former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Chairman has, for the third time in eight years, pleaded not guilty to conspiring with convict, Asabke Alangdi, to murder the former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Upper East Regional Chairman. Alangdi, who has already been convicted on the charge of conspiracy, […] The post NPP
The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana has issued a stern warning, declaring its intention to cease accepting Private Health Insurance soon. This decision stems from the National Health Insurance Authority’s failure to regulate Private Insurance Companies, resulting in arrears owed to its members. According to the association, this has resulted in their inability to […] The post Private
Academic work has begun in some schools in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region after months of closure due to the ongoing ethnic conflict that began in October 2023. Hundreds of residents fled the community after more than 15 persons were killed due to disagreements over the performance of ritual rites related to […] The post Nkwanta clash: Schools reopen after
Examiners in the Bono Region are fuming over repeated delays in receiving their compensation for marking the 2023 West African Examinations Certificate Examination (WASSCE). Despite fulfilling their duties and the subsequent release of results, they remain in limbo, waiting for their rightful remuneration. The examiners assert that this delay in payment has become a recurring […] The post Examiners
The Ghana Online Drivers Union (GODU) is threatening a nationwide strike if the Ghana Revenue Authority fails to engage them over the recent introduction of the Vehicle Income Tax (VIT) for ride-hailing drivers. The GRA’s announcement of the new tax, effective January 1, 2024, has sparked outrage among GODU members. They argue that the decision […] The post Ride-hailing
Residents of Loagri village in the North East Region of Ghana are calling for the immediate removal of police officers stationed in their community, accusing them of unprofessional conduct and excessive use of force. The demand comes after a recent incident where police officers attacked residents who prevented them from apprehending an alleged motorbike thief […] The post Loagri
The District Chief Executive (DCE) of Mamprugu Moagduri, Adu Adam, has voiced concerns over the Ghana Police Service’s handling of a recent incident in Loagri, North East Region, where tensions erupted between residents and police regarding an alleged motorbike theft. The incident, which saw ten people injured after police fired warning shots, has sparked outrage […] The post Loagri
In a sobering analysis of government’s 2024 budget, WaterAid Ghana highlights a concerning 68% reduction in allocation for the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources (MSWR) compared to the previous year. The total budget for MSWR plummeted from GH¢1,847,454,545 in 2023 to a mere GH¢591,052,380 in 2024. This drastic reduction is primarily attributed to a […] The post
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