The Ministry of Finance has taken swift action to accelerate the construction of the Kumasi International Airport by releasing €7 million out of the remaining €9 million needed for Read More... The post Finance
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
The Member of Parliament for Tamale North, Alhassan Suhuyini, has strongly criticised the Minister of Justice and Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame for comments he made on the murder of investigative journalist, Ahmed Suale in Parliament on Tuesday. Mr. Dame, among other things, stated that no docket fit for prosecution or action has been submitted […] The post AG’s
The minister designate for Ministry of Tourism, Art and Culture, Andrew Egyapa Mercer, has mentioned that his appointment to head the Ministry is to ensure that the President’s vision sees the light of day. The former Deputy Energy Minister has indicated that the president has asked him to meet the outgoing minister to offer any […] The post My work as Tourism Minister is to
Godfred Yeboah Dame The Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has revealed that eyewitnesses in the murder of Ahmed Suale’s case were unable to identify any Read More... The post Witnesses Couldn’t
The Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, has stated that no docket fit for prosecution or action has been submitted to his office over the murder of investigative journalist, Ahmed Suale. While investigations are ongoing, the Minister highlighted that four suspects were initially detained to aid the inquiry. However, they were later granted […] The post No
A group of sports journalists in the Ashanti Region has announced plans to petition Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II as part of a scheduled demonstration against what they term a decline in football in the country. This follows a similar action by sports journalists and enthusiasts in Accra earlier last week to register their displeasure […] The post ‘SaveGhanaFootball’
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) in the Ashanti region celebrated this year’s Chocolate Day at the Kumasi Zoo with students and other patrons of the zoo. The day, marked by the distribution of chocolate, was under the theme, “Eat chocolate, stay healthy, grow Ghana.” The Authority, in its bid to promote the sector, encouraged the […] The post Tourism
The Senate met with the nation’s security chiefs and some ministers behind closed doors yesterday. The meeting may not be unconnected to the recent surge in the security crisis bedevilling the nation. The House had, last week, postponed the meeting till today, Tuesday, February 13. Those in the meeting include Chief of Defence Staff, Christopher […] The post Senate in closed-door
Several bandits, two soldiers and a mobile police officer were killed on Monday during a fight that ensued after the outlaws attacked a security camp in Zamfara State. The terrorists had attacked security personnel stationed at the Government Day Secondary School, Dauran in Zurmi Local Government Area of the state. Multiple sources from Dauran and […] The post Bandits, two soldiers,
Members of Parliament are now under obligation to recite the national pledge once every workweek to usher in the week. The new order was first implemented on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at the first sitting of the House for this year. This demand is contained in the new Standing Order, which became effective on January […] The post MPs to recite national pledge once a week appeared first on The
Dr. Beatrice Wiafe Addai, Founder and President of Breast Care International (BCI) has disclosed that Cancer is currently the second leading disease in Ghana and the second cause of death worldwide. According to her, ten million people die from Cancer yearly, with more than 40% being women. Speaking at an outreach Programme organised by BCI […] The post Cancer in second leading disease in
“The Importance of Kente to Ghanaians & Black Africans”, Ghana’s first documentary film, by award-winning Director and BBC journalist, Ms. Amma Prempeh, premiered at the Harvard Kennedy School, at the instance of the Africa Caucus and Black Students Union last Thursday, February 1, 2024. The screening of Kente, the captivating history and timeless beauty of this iconic textile, kick started […] The post Amma
The Public Accounts Committee (PAC), led by Honourable James Klutse Avedzi, has directed Professor Twumasi, the Director General (DG) of the National Sports Authority (NSA), to ensure the immediate transfer of Alexander Atieku from the role of Central Regional NSA head to the Eastern Region. This directive came during Professor Twumasi’s appearance at the PAC […] The post Professor
NAS CEO, Prof. Ahmed Nuhu Zakariah The National Ambulance Service (NAS) has cautioned the public over false online publications circulating on social media which suggests that the authorities are Read More... The post NAS Raises Recruitment Scam Alert appeared first on
The Kumasi Traditional Council has urged the public to cease discussions on issues regarding alleged derogatory remarks the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako (Chairman Wontumi) reportedly made against the Asantehene, Otumfuo Nana Osei Tutu II. The Council however cautioned Wontumi and other political figures to be mindful of their […] The post Cease
In a surprising upset, Tina Mensah, the incumbent MP for Weija Gbawe, has been defeated in the New Patriotic Party’s parliamentary elections by Jerry Ahmed Shaib, the CEO of the Coastal Development Authority (CoDA). As a result, Jerry Ahmed Shaib will represent the NPP in the constituency in the upcoming December 7 election, vying for […] The post NPP
The Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has started a policy dialogue that seeks to establish a policy framework for transnational education in the country. The policy dialogue being done in collaboration with the British Council is geared towards engaging all stakeholders in the tertiary education space to come out with a policy framework to regulate […] The post GTEC to implement
Richard Boame, a 37-year old Apprentice, has been sentenced three years imprisonment for stealing GH¢15,000 from his master to engage the service of prostitutes. In a matter of three days, the convict hired a hotel room and engaged in sexual activities with eight prostitutes and paid each between GH¢330 and GH¢550. Boame pleaded guilty simplicita, […] The post Apprentice steals from master
Former President, John Dramani Mahama yesterday led members, supporters and sympathisers of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) to sensitize Ghanaians on his proposed 24-hour Economy policy. The NDC flagbearer explained that the proposed 24-hour Economy policy will help to address Ghana’s unemployment challenges. “The 24-hour economy, which is being implemented in other countries, is not […] The post Mahama
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