As part of contributions to the reconstruction of the Gbewaa Palace in Yendi in the Dagbon kingdom, Valley View University has donated a hundred bags of cement to the Gbewaa Palace. The Vice Chancellor of the University, Professor Williams Koomson said the gesture is part of its community service and also an appreciation for the […] The post Valley View University
In view of the discovery of petroleum and associated gas in commercial quantities in the Jubilee field in 2007, a National Gas Development Task Force (NGDTF) was constituted by the Government in February 2011 to propose the commercialization of the gas. In April 2011, the recommendation of the task force was approved for the implementation […] The post How
“Disarmament and Non-proliferation are investments in peace. They are investments in our future. Let’s end these threats before they end us,” – António Guterres-UN Secretary-General The challenge of armed violence and the illicit arms trade is a multifaceted issue that not only threatens the fabric of societies but also undermines global efforts towards sustainable development […] The post Disarmament
At the heels of the year 2023, it was reported that Ghanaian lawmakers had passed a law that had launched the country onto the historical landscape of Africa – the Emissions Tax (the Emissions Levy Act, 2023 (Act1112)). The introduction of this tax which is quite novel and would make Ghana the third African country […] The post Imposition of environmental
About 1:30 in the afternoon of Friday the 1st of March 2024, I boarded a trotro at Pokuase bound for Mayera and Adusa Quarters. When the vehicle drove past Pokuase Police Station, it slowed down at the speed ramp before the Methodist Church. As the trotro started accelerating from the speed ramp, the vehicle exhumes […] The post Attention: Commissioner
Mr Dominic Nitiwul, Ghana’s Minister for Defence, has urged leaders in the ECOWAS sub-region to respect term limits for all Presidents to ensure the survival of democracy. He said events within the ECOWAS sub-region over the last four years showed that governance issues were put on the front burner. The Minister for Defence, speaking during […] The post Respect
AN EDUCATIONAL LEGACY ROOTED IN COLONIALISM Ghana boasts one of Africa’s most educated populations, a trend underscored by a consistent surge in tertiary enrolment over the past 15 years. In 2022, Statista reported a noteworthy 635 thousand students engaged in tertiary education, reflecting an annual increase. This trajectory, rooted in the colonial experience, reveals the […] The post Navigating
For over four decades, the award-winning Sinel Specialist Family Hospital in Tema, in the Greater Accra region of Ghana, has become the preferred family formation centre with its affordable, personalized, excellent holistic care. Leading a team of twenty-eight highly committed doctors is an unassuming consultant obstetrician gynaecologist, Dr. Michael McCarthy. Health Campaign Ghana embarked on […] The post Dr.
In a testament to the unwavering commitment to excellence and progress, the University of Ghana School of Law (UGSoL) has embarked on a transformative journey that will change the face of infrastructure and the teaching and learning facilities for, particularly, the post-graduate students of the School. The ambition is to construct a modern multi-purpose building […] The post Vision
Road accidents continue to be a public health issue in the country as more people continue to die from the canker than from terminal diseases. As Ghana gears up for the 2024 General Elections on December 7, the country is buzzing with political rhetoric and discourse, promises, and electoral fervour. While the spotlight is often […] The post Election
On 30th January 2024, the Court of Chancery of the State of Delaware delivered a 200-page post-trial opinion, in a stockholder derivative action, Tornetta v Musk, invalidating Elon Musk’s $56 billion performance-based equity compensation plan at Tesla, Inc. In immediate reaction, Musk posted on X thus: “Never incorporate your company in Delaware.” He followed it […] The post Elon
Introduction The Christian faith emphasises a profound union between believers and Christ – a relationship that transcends mere association and delves into the depths of spiritual reality. This union is articulated in various ways throughout scripture, revealing the transformative nature of the believer’s identity and experience in Christ. This article explores seven distinct ways believers […] The post The
I was going through some old files in my closet the other day when I saw some documents and receipts that absolutely cracked me up. Among the browning, time-worn papers was the receipt from a private primary school for the payment of my first daughter’s fees. It was a middle-class school that charged N5,000 naira […] The post Feature: Cost of living crisis: A personal story appeared first on
Is it right for journalists to blackout or boycott errant politicians? The answer depends on our conception of what journalism is about; who it serves; and the import of media freedom. It is possible to conceive of journalism as a servant to the public or a slave to politics. As servant to the public, journalism […] The post To blackout or not to blackout?
Contestants from Prempeh College, SDA Senior High School, and St. Andrews Senior High School put up sterling performances to emerge as winners of the 2024 regional-level Inter-Senior High School Cocoa Quiz Competitions. The highly competitive event, organized by the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) in collaboration with the Ghana Tourism Authority as part of activities to […] The post Prempeh
Samuel P Huntington once said the success of democratic transitions depends on the ability of political parties to select candidates based on their qualifications and vision for the future, rather than their seniority or length of service. The main contenders for the 2024 elections have selected their Presidential candidates, what is left to be done […] The post Opinion: NAPO is the
A renowned food scientist, Dr. Mavis Owureku-Asare, has urged research and academic institutions to spearhead innovation in agrifood systems in Ghana. Speaking at the 6th edition of the KNUST Food Festival organized by the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology on February 16, 2024, Dr. Owureku-Asare delivered a keynote address titled: “Innovation in Traditional […] The post Tertiary
Not long ago, the Vice President and the presidential candidate of the great New Patriotic Party (NPP) outlined his vision for Ghana should Ghanaians elect him President in 2025. The carefully thought-through speech will go down in the annals of Ghana’s politics as one of the most comprehensive, coherent, cogent, targeted, solution-oriented, and very promising […] The post John
Picture this scenario: you took a bite of a juicy red tomato in your salad, only to uncover a disturbing truth—it contains Lambda-cyhalothrin, an insecticide chemical known for causing disruptions in the reproductive system, cancer, and even death. This image raises a critical question: do we truly care about where our food comes from? The […] The post Do you even
In the dynamic landscape of governance and communication, the tenure of Kojo Oppong Nkrumah as Minister for Information has been marked by an unprecedented wave of transformation and innovation. As President Akufo-Addo moves him to the Ministry of Works and Housing, it is imperative to reflect on his remarkable legacy and the enduring impact he […] The post The
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