In 2016, Ghana produced 900,000 metric tonnes of cocoa beans for the international market, and part of the success has been attributed to the application of lithovit liquid fertilizer on mature cocoa trees. Dr Gilbert Anim Kwapong, a former Executive Director of the Cocoa Research Institute of Ghana (CRIG), said in the three years that […] The post Lithovit application increased
Liberia has reversed its vote against a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza following a directive by President George Weah. Liberia was the only African nation among the 10 countries that voted against a humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza during the vote held on 12 December. Its diplomats who had voted against the motion had lacked the president’s […] The post Liberia to vote for ceasefire appeared
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Takoradi, Kwabena Okyere Darko-Mensah has submitted to the House of Parliament to consider, as a matter of priority, the creation of Assembly Members’ Common Fund.He made the suggestion during a debate in the House on December 7, 2023. The MP, who is also the Western Regional Minister, argued that […] The post T’di MP calls for creation of
In recognition of excellence and volunteerism, Dr. Abena N. Asomaning, Founder of the Angel-Zoe Foundation, has been awarded for her commitment to the work of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award in Ghana as a Trustee representing the President of the Republic. The award also recognises her philanthropic work and immense contributions to youth empowerment […] The post
The 2023 edition of Ghana’s Media Capacity Enhancement Programme (MCEP) has commenced.The program, aimed at equipping journalists with essential skills and knowledge, was opened by the Minister for Information, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, at a ceremony organised by the University of Media, Arts and Communications (UniMAC) in Accra yesterday. In his keynote address, Minister Oppong Nkrumah […] The post 2023
The National Ambulance Service has decried the insufficient fuel supply, coupled with frequent fluctuations in fuel prices, affecting the smooth delivery of its service. The Ambulance Service is appealing to the government to consider providing a dedicated source of funding to enable the effective delivery of its service. The institution made this known to the […] The post Ambulance
In recognition of excellence and volunteerism, Dr. Abena N. Asomaning, Founder of the Angel-Zoe Foundation, has been awarded for her commitment to the work of the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award in Ghana as a Trustee representing the President of the Republic. The award also recognizes her philanthropic work and immense contributions to youth empowerment […] The post Akufo-Addo
Ghanaian highlife maestro, Kwabena Kwabena, has voiced his reservations about the feasibility of the Play Ghana initiative, expressing skepticism regarding its practicality in light of what he perceives as financial challenges within the music industry. At the press conference, the Creative Arts Agency explained that the initiative was aimed at getting the general public and […] The post Kwabena
The Health Committee of Parliament has revealed that an amount of $1.4 billion would be required to complete all ongoing Agenda 111 projects. The committee says that as of November 2023, over $251 million had been spent on the hospital projects, with 90 out of 102 at various stages of construction. The Ranking Member on […] The post About $1.4bn needed to complete
The Inspector General of Police, IGP, Kayode Egbetokun, has been given 24 hours to arrest and prosecute the 27 lawmakers of the Rivers State House of Assembly for defecting to the All Progressives Congress, APC. A civil society organization, CSO, Centre for Reform and Public Advocacy, said those who defected are no longer members of […] The post Rivers crisis: CSO gives IGP
Parliament on Tuesday approved the sum of GH¢149 million for the Office of Special Prosecutor (OSP) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024. Madam Diana Asonaba Dapaah, the Deputy Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, moved the Motion for the House to approve the Budgetary allocation for the OSP. Mr Kwame Anyimadu-Antwi, the Chairman for […] The post Parliament approves GH¢149 million
President Bola Tinubu has again summoned the Ondo state deputy governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt Hon Olamide Oladiji, and others for another meeting at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Vanguard gathered that the meeting is scheduled to take place today (Monday). The latest invitation may not be unconnected to […] The post Ondo Crisis:
The ongoing political drama in Rivers State has taken a very interesting turn as 27 members of the Rivers State House of Assembly have defected from the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC). A member of the Assembly, Enemi George, confirmed to Channels Television that the 27 lawmakers were under the leadership of […] The post 27 Rivers Assembly Lawmakers dump PDP
Celebrated Gospel musician, Sonnie Badu, has stated that doing gospel music in Ghana does not pay. In an interview with Bola Ray on Starr Chat, Dr Badu argued that it pays to do gospel in Nigerian than in Ghana.To him, this is part of the reasons why most secular Artistes are not doing gospel. “It […] The post It pays to do Gospel music in Nigerian than Ghana – Sonnie Badu
The Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) pulsated with excitement as it hosted the biggest gospel musical event of 2023 so far, “Rhythms of Africa”. Curated by the iconic UK-based Ghanaian gospel musician Sonnie Badu, in collaboration with George Quaye’s Image Bureau, Rhythms of Africa was a resounding success, with the event […] The post I
Former Minister for Finance, Dr. Kwabena Duffuor, has responded positively to the request made by former President John Dramani Mahama to join forces and work towards achieving a victory Read More... The post Kwabena Duffuor Considers Mahama Plea appeared first on
The Executive Secretary of the National Media Commission, George Sarpong, says his outfit may pardon any of the 12 stations cited for various infractions if they express remorse and stop airing unethical content. Asomafo TV, Adwenpa TV, Diamond TV, Nkabom TV and eight others were given a final warning by the National Media Commission and […] The post Inappropriate
A failed flagbearer hopeful of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Dr Kwabena Duffuor, has visited the flagbearer of the party, John Dramani Mahama at his residence in Accra. His visit follows Mr Mahama’s recent visit with some national executives of the party to his residence to discuss the future of the NDC and its path […] The post 2024 polls: Duffuor also
Ningo-Prampram MP Samuel Nartey George has raised concerns about the delay in paying the 30% allowance promised to police officers assigned to guard Members of Parliament. He believes this delay is negatively impacting the morale of these officers and requested the Minister of Interior, Ambrose Dery, be summoned to address Parliament on the matter. Sam […] The post Summon
Clemence Jackson Honyenuga, a retired justice of the Supreme Court, who previously sat on the case involving Dr Stephen Kwabena Opuni and two others for almost six years, without completion, has been taken to be cleaners over a perceived practice of judicial chicanery. Justice Honyenuga is being accused of misconduct by taking unilateral decisions without […] The post Trial
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