The Economic Fighters League says it has been closely monitoring recent developments within the political landscape as prominent figures from the establishment defect to forge alliances with other movements, all aimed at challenging the entrenched dominance of the New Patriotic Party and the National Democratic Congress. The Fighters said they extend a warm welcome to […] The post 2024
The Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Samuel Dubik Mahama has said that requests from the Ghana Grid Company (GRIDCo) for load management have become an irritation to customers. He explained that the requests have become so frequent that they are now a source of disturbance to customers. This is contained in […] The post GRIDCo’s
The Mines and Energy Committee of Parliament has tasked the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to fast-track processes to ensure that consumers receive a load-shedding timetable in the coming days. At a crunch meeting with stakeholders in the energy sectors in Accra, the Chairman of the Committee, Samuel Atta Akyea, told the media that the […] The post Energy Committee tasks ECG to
The Chamber for Local Governance (ChaLoG) has thrown its support behind the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama, over plans to dissolve the Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources due to its perceived ineffectiveness. This announcement was made during a Special Public Lecture at the Wisconsin International University College in Accra, where […] The post ChaLoG
Nana Ohene Ntow, a prominent member of Alan Kyerematen’s Movement for Change, has declared that Ghana is currently facing a dire state of emergency. He asserts that the country’s present challenges demand urgent attention, prompting voters to seriously consider Alan Kyerematen’s proposed solutions and vote for him. His remarks follow the recent alliance forged between […] The post Nana
The Ashanti Regional Security Council (REGSEC) has announced the strengthening of security measures as political parties begin active campaigning ahead of the general elections. The council has cautioned political party members to refrain from causing trouble, as it will deal with troublemakers without fear or favour. Although the Electoral Commission, the Ghana Police Service, and […] The post Ashanti
Women in PR Ghana (WiPR) is excited to unveil the Top 10 Women in PR for the year 2023. This prestigious recognition, which is in its 7th year, celebrates the remarkable contributions of women in the field of Public Relations, highlighting their innovative strategies, impactful campaigns and dedication to the growth of the industry. The […] The post Women in PR unveils
The Executive Director for the Institute for Energy Security (IES), Nana Amoasi VII, has cautioned that Ghana could lose the electricity export market if President Akufo-Addo’s directive to curtail power continues. President Akudo-Addo, in a letter to the Volta River Authority (VRA), ordered the retention of power exports for domestic use in response to the […] The post Ghana
The Ghana Police Service has stated that its investigation has revealed that the reported kidnapping of a student of Presbyterian Boys Senior High School (PRESEC), Legon, Accra, was staged. According to the Police, the supposed kidnappers demanded an amount of Three Hundred and Forty Thousand Ghana Cedis (GHC340,000.00) as ransom from the alleged victim’s parents […] The post Fake
By Dr. Richmond ATUAHENE Abstract The present paper examines the issue of the current Ghana’s public debt crisis, its underlying causes and lessons for the present and the future. After providing a historical discussion, we show that the austerity of the last four years has been unsuccessful in stabilizing the debt while, at the same […] The post The
Independent presidential candidate Alan John Kyerematen has announced a strategic partnership with the National Interest Movement, led by former Convention People’s Party (CPP) flagbearer Abu Sakara, ahead of the 2024 elections. This collaboration, operating under the banner ‘Alliance for Revolutionary Change (ARC),’ was unveiled through a statement released on Thursday, April 4, 2024. In the […] The post 2024
In a significant move towards ensuring environmental sustainability and responsible resource management in Ghana’s energy sector, Tullow Ghana, Unit Operator of the Jubilee field, along with its partners – Ghana National Petroleum Corporation, Kosmos Energy, Kosmos Energy Ghana Investment, PetroSA, and GNPC Explorco – has officially signed an agreement to establish a Decommissioning Trust Fund […] The post Tullow,
Professor Francesco Profumo, Rector of OPIT Open Institute of Technology (OPIT), an esteemed EU-accredited online institution renowned for its expertise in IT education, proudly announces its plans to increase enrollment Read More... The post Open
In the annals of history, there are tales of remarkable women who defied the odds, shattered stereotypes, and blazed trails in fields traditionally dominated by men. From Marie Curie’s groundbreaking work in physics to Rosa Parks’ courageous stand for civil rights, these women have left an indelible mark on the world, inspiring generations to come. […] The post
Onwe in Ashanti Region came to a standstill as hundreds of mourners thronged the town to join family and constituents for the one-week observation of the late MP for Ejisu, Dr John Kumah. There was human and vehicular traffic as people headed to the Onwe M/A Basic School Park. Dr John Kumah’s untimely death occurred […] The post Late John Kumah’s grief-filled
In a move to revitalize the operations of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), Ghana’s Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has inaugurated the reconstituted board of the refinery. The Read More... The post Energy Minister
President Akufo-Addo has appointed Deputy Minister for Energy, Herbert Krapa as the new Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). This followed the resignation of Keli Gadzekpo, who has chaired the electricity distribution company since 2017. Mr. Gadzekpo resigned from the role on Tuesday, March 26, 2024 in a […] The post Deputy Minister for Energy appointed
Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, the Minister of Energy, on Tuesday inaugurated the newly constituted 11-member board of the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR) Company Limited in Accra and urged them to rise to the occasion. The board includes Leon Kendon Appenteng as the chair, Kofi Mocumbi Tagoe as the Managing Director, and other members such as […] The post Ensure TOR becomes viable
The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has announced that the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) is on course in respect of compliance with the 5 requirements under the Cash Waterfall Mechanism procedure. This is contained in a statement dated March 26, 2024, issued by the Commission and signed by its Executive Secretary, Dr Ishmael Ackah. […] The post PURC
Coalition of Stakeholders in Electricity Contracts and Arrangements (COSECA), has accused President Akufo-Addo of contributing to the challenges and dysfunction of the power sector. In a statement dated March 26 and signed by its executive secretary, Nana Yaa Akyempim Jantuah, the coalition criticised the president for not adhering to the “laid-down structures” governing the sector. […] The post ‘Akufo-Addo
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