Professor Ransford Gyampo, a political science lecturer at the University of Ghana, has criticised the current structure of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, arguing that it fails to uphold quality educational standards. According to Professor Gyampo, focusing the policy on academically talented yet financially disadvantaged students would alleviate the financial burden on the […] The post Structure
Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, has expressed his intention to appeal a recent High Court ruling regarding a judicial review application he filed on the Anti-LGBTQ+ bill. According to him, the reason given by the court — the use of discretionary power — to throw out the appeal, is unreasonable. This […] The post Anti-Gay
The Ministry of Employment and Labour Relations is scheduled to hold discussions with the leadership of the Teachers and Educational Workers Union (TEWU) of TUC today over tier-2 pension arrears owed to members of the union. The union had previously set an April deadline for the government to resolve all outstanding payments owed to its […] The post Labour Ministry
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has expressed concern over the emergence of independent candidates among its members in some constituencies across the country. The national chairman of the party, Stephen Ntim, says the party will embark on a reconciliation exercise across the country to bring all failed and aggrieved members on board ahead of […] The post Election
There have been a lot of conversations about the use of the driver’s mate phrase by Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. It has been the subject of widespread commentary sometimes bordering on ridicule, humour and attack. While this is all well and good, it has drowned the undergirding or larger point made by the Vice […] The post Etse Sikanku writes: The driver’s
Dorongo Dam, once a vital lifeline for communities within the Upper East Region, now lies barren, dried up entirely, leaving behind cracked soil and shattered dreams. Located in the heart of the Upper East Region, the Dorongo Dam was once a symbol of hope and prosperity for surrounding communities. Constructed in 1963, the dam served […] The post Dry Dorongo Dam leaves farmers in despair
Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye, the Minister of Health designate, has refuted claims of operating unlawfully within the Health Ministry amidst delays in his approval by Parliament. Concerns regarding the legality of his involvement in the ministry’s affairs have been raised due to pending parliamentary confirmation. However, addressing the press in Accra, Dr. Okoe-Boye asserted his legitimacy, […] The post I’m
The Manhyia Palace Museum in Kumasi has scheduled its reopening on 1st May 2024 as part of the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, Asantehene (Asante King). Hosted by the Asantehene, the museum will unveil refurbished facilities and historic Ashanti heirlooms to the public in its new Homecoming exhibition. This momentous occasion marks […] The post Manhyia
Poor lighting systems and lax security at the Tafo cemetery are paving the way for some unscrupulous individuals to invade the enclave to perpetrate nefarious activities. Some worried residents say only enhanced lighting can discourage grave looters and other ritualists from threatening the sanctity of graves in the area. Digging graves has become a daily […] The post Grave
The Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) is calling for an urgent subsidy of the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) charges for private schools. According to the association, the unfair system must be abolished as it impedes the rights of private school students. Speaking to Starr News, President of the Association, Prof. Damasus Tuurosong, […] The post GNAPS
Management of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has denied reports that some critical surgeries were cancelled on Monday, April 29 due to power outages bedeviling the facility in recent times. Reports emerged in the media on Monday that patients requiring critical medical procedures were returned to their wards due to the power outages popularly known […] The post Dumsor: We’ve
The Black Sheep Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting vulnerable children and young adults, has announced significant changes to its leadership structure. The foundation has appointed Dela Seade as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Dela brings a wealth of experience in the media, creative, and lifestyle industries, as well as a passion for […] The post Black
The plush Wesley Towers auditorium (Methodist Headquarters), Accra will host the finals of this year’s Miss Kidi Ghana season 4. Organizers of the event, ASKOF Productions Limited, have given Read More... The post Wesley Towers Host Miss Kidi Ghana 4 appeared first on
Heart of Lions coach, Bashir Hayford, has shed light on his dramatic protest during Saturday’s Ghana Premier League match against Bechem United. The game was halted for 20 minutes after Hayford stormed onto the pitch and sat down in the center circle, chair in tow. Hayford’s outburst stemmed from a torrent of abuse he allegedly […]
The story of Esther and Mordecai is one of the greatest stories of the Bible for many reasons. There are a lot of lessons to be drawn from that powerful story but for now I’ll like to focus on something that struck me after listening to Esther 4: 14. There is a great spiritual lesson […] The post “Such a time as this,” A man for the times; a man for
The Minority in Parliament has called for Ministers-designate to refrain from assuming the role of representatives of the president, urging the Chief of Staff to revoke any unauthorized appointments of Minister-designates as presidential representatives. This request comes in response to allegations that the Chief of Staff created temporary appointments for Minister-designates awaiting parliamentary approval, designating […] The post Stop
The Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has assured that any customer not currently enjoying 20 hours of electricity would not pay the new tariff. The minister stated this on Monday while appearing before the Senate Committee on Power, for a one-day investigative hearing on the need to halt the proposed increase in electricity tariff by eleven […] The post Customers
The Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja has deferred till the end of trial, its ruling on the application filed by the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Godwin Emefiele, challenging the jurisdiction of the court to try him on the charges brought against him by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission […] The post Emefiele challenges jurisdiction of Lagos court to
Health of Mother Earth Foundation, HOMEF, a Civil Society Organisation that focuses on ecological/climate justice and food sovereignty, has demanded an end to land grabbing through mining and exploration activities in oil producing communities in the Niger Delta. The Programme Manager, HOMEF, Stephen Oduware, made the call in Okoro-Utip, Ibeno Local Government Area of Akwa […] The post Group
President Bola Tinubu has secured a $600m investment from Danish shipping and logistics firm A.P Moller-Maersk, the presidency said on Sunday. The deal is to help in expanding port infrastructure to accommodate more container shipping services in Nigerian ports. Chairman of A.P Moller-Maersk, Mr. Robert Maersk Uggla, disclosed the decision during a meeting with President Tinubu on […] The post Tinubu
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