Over ten people have expressed interest in contesting the vacant Ejisu constituency seat on the ticket of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP). At the last count yesterday afternoon, about 12 were already canvassing for support to win the parliamentary primary to contest the upcoming by-election. Four-time contender Abenaa Pokuaa Boaitey; former President of the […] The post More NPP members chase John
Mr Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, the Member of Parliament for Suame and Minister of Parliamentary Affairs, has donated GH¢150,000 to the Heal Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) fund. The former Majority Leader, whilst presenting the cheque covering the amount to the hospital said he was inspired by the initiative of Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene, to […] The post Suame lawmaker donates
The Chief of Ahwerewam in the Ahafo-Ano South East District of the Ashanti region, Oheneba Owusu Ansah Nante Ababio, has denounced galamsey in his community. He has, therefore, asked Chinese and Ghanaian illegal miners operating within his jurisdiction to stop the illegality within 24-hours or face his wrath. “Whoever is seen doing galamsey would be […] The post Ahwerewam Chief wages war against galamsey
The Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has disclosed that there are currently 10,720 housing units in the Greater Accra Region that are at various levels of development to help reduce Ghana’s housing deficit. He made the disclosure when he led staff of the Ministry to inspect ongoing construction works at the various […] The post Housing Sector Is Being Revolutionised –KON appeared
The Minority in Parliament has demanded that all health facilities in the country be taken out of the current load shedding taking place. Juaboso Member of Parliament and ranking member on the health committee of Parliament Kwabena Mintah Akandoh indicated that power cuts in the health facilities are likely to cause avoidable deaths hence their […] The post Exempt all health facilities
The government has initiated a resettlement programme for communities affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Works and Housing, this initiative aims to provide new homes for individuals whose residences were destroyed by the floods. According to data from the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), more than 5,200 households in 19 […] The post Govt
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has indicated that it will reveal further details regarding mismanagement in the organization and execution of the 13th African Games. In a press briefing held on Tuesday, the Caucus unveiled that despite Parliament’s approval of $195 million for infrastructure enhancements linked to the games, the government’s mismanagement led to a […] The post All
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has indicated that it will reveal further details regarding mismanagement in the organization and execution of the 13th African Games. In a press briefing held on Tuesday, the Caucus unveiled that despite Parliament’s approval of $195 million for infrastructure enhancements linked to the games, the government’s mismanagement led to a […] The post African
The Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, has assured that processes by the government to enlist private partners for the completion of the Saglemi Affordable Housing Project will be transparent to eliminate any perception of corruption. He emphasized the commitment of the government to ensure the completion of the project before the December […] The post Saglemi
Ghana coach Otto Addo says goalkeeper Jojo Wollacott faces challenges in reclaiming his spot as Black Stars’ number one. Wollacott, who was the first-choice goalkeeper for the Black Stars until an injury just before the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, has struggled for game time since then, with his last appearance for the team dating […] The post It’s difficult to say Wollacott
The government has taken steps to enlist private partners for the completion of the Saglemi Affordable Housing Project. Initiated in 2012 during the tenure of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) government, the Saglemi housing project aimed to construct 5000 housing units. However, the project has been embroiled in controversy due to allegations of fund misappropriation, […] The post Govt
As part of efforts to help solve sanitation issues at Ejisu RC School, the Antwi Mensah and Family Foundation has commissioned a 15-seater toilet facility for the Junior High School, Primary and the KG including washrooms. The facility comprises a common shower for the kindergarten as well as changing rooms for both male and female […] The post Antwi
All four Ghanaian sprinters who competed in the men’s and women’s 200m heats have made it to the semi-final stage. The quartet comprised of three male and a female runner who took centre stage in the morning session of Day Four in the athletics competition at the University of Ghana Stadium in the 13th African […] The post Accra 2023: Four Ghanaian sprinters qualify
Two celebrated Ghanaian highlife musicians, Kojo Antwi and Kofi Kinaata, will headline a musical concert slated for the Dominion Centre in London on September 7, 2024. The purpose of Read More... The post Kojo Antwi, Kofi Kinaata Set For London Concert appeared
Mr. Simon Osei Mensah, the Ashanti Regional Minister, has stated that the stable Peace and Security in the region, which is a hallmark of the government, has improved tremendously because of the pragmatic and proactive approach by the Regional Security Council (REGSEC). According to him, the efforts being put in place by the Regional Security […] The post Peace, Security remain
The Ghana Integrated Aluminium Development Corporation (GIADEC) has introduced Mytilineos SA, a Greek company as its external partners for the development of bauxite in Ghana. The choice of Mytilineos SA has thus set the stage for the establishment of a refinery to process bauxite locally after the successful conduct of a Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) […] The post GIADEC introduces Mytilineos SA to
Jean Mensa in a handshake with IGP George Akuffo Dampare The Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, yesterday called on the Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC) Read More... The post IGP, Jean Mensa Promise Peaceful Elections appeared first
The government has announced progress in addressing the aftermath of the Akosombo Dam spillage that displaced thousands of residents along the Lower Volta Basin six months ago. Minister for Works and Housing, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, provided an update in Parliament, highlighting the establishment of an inter-ministerial committee chaired by the Chief of Staff at the […] The post Govt
The Inspector General of Police, Dr George Akuffo Dampare, has reiterated the readiness of the Police and other security agencies to work with the Electoral Commission (EC) and all other stakeholders for peaceful polls in December this year. He said the police will work with the EC to address all their security concerns ahead of […] The post We’ll address all
Collins Adomako-Mensah, the Deputy Minister Designate for Energy, has expressed his view that privatizing the retail segment of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) could significantly improve its billing system. However, he cautioned against the complete privatization of the company, arguing that it would not be a wise decision. Speaking before Parliament’s Appointments Committee during […] The post Privatising
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