The Director of the Ghana School of Law (GSL), Yaw Oppong, has called on Parliament to carefully consider criticisms and proposed amendments surrounding the controversial lithium mining deal. Pressure on the government has intensified amid concerns that the agreement shortchanges Ghana’s resource potential and long-term benefits. Public debate has erupted around the $250-million project in […] The post Lithium
Supporters of Kennedy Agyapong of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) are urging him to run as an independent candidate in the 2024 elections. This comes after Mr Agyapong lost the NPP’s presidential primary to Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. Mr Kwabena Yankey, the group’s chairperson, addressing a press conference in Accra on Tuesday, cited Mr … The post Contest
Mr Haruna Iddrisu, the Member of Parliament (MP) for the Tamale South Constituency, says Mr John Dramani Mahama, former president and flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) will win the 2024 general election on free, fair, and credible grounds. He said if Ghanaians were to vote based on their current economic conditions and the … The post Mahama
The Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) of the Ghana Police Service has between January and October 2023, secured convictions for nearly 3,000 traffic offenders, contributing to a significant decline in road accidents and fatalities. Notable interventions, including Operation PAILES (Police Anti-Insecure Loading Enforcement Strategy) and Police Invisible Eyes, have contributed to these convictions. Currently, … The post MTTD
The First Lady, Rebecca Akufo-Addo, has predicted that Ghana will, in the near future, elect its first female president. The First Lady said achieving such a novelty would be an inspiration for girls across the country to do more for the development and progress of Ghana. Addressing the 5th session of the 15th Congregation at […] The post I dream of Ghana having
The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, is still insisting that Ghana’s lithium deal with Atlantic Lithium of Australia remains the best mining lease for the country. Pressure has been mounting on the government to reconsider the deal, but the utterances and defenses by government machinery paint a different picture. The government […] The post Lithium
The Electoral Commission (EC) will conduct the District Level Elections in the Jasikan and Guan districts on December 19, 2023, the same day as the other districts. Although nominations were not received on the 16th and 17th of November for the election, the C.I. 119 (to be amended) which was laid in Parliament has not … The post EC to hold District Level Elections in
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has described the passage of the Office of Special Prosecutor (OSP) Act as an exercise in futility. The Speaker said the solution to the fight against corruption was not to create another bureaucratic institution, but rather strengthen existing anti-graft agencies. “As for the law you passed on … The post Strengthen existing anti-graft
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) yesterday, donated 200 motorbikes to the Ghana Police Service (GPS) in Accra, to enhance its smooth and effective operation.Presenting the items on behalf of the ECG, the Board Chair, Mr Keli Gadzekpo, said it was to help the GPS to beef up security as the Christmas celebration was fast … The post ECG donates 200 motorbikes to police appeared first on Ghanaian
The Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has launched a business and employment assistance programme, here in Sunyani, to empower young entrepreneurs, to generate employment opportunities for the youth in the country. Initiated by the Youth Employment Agency’s (YEA), as one of its flagship programmes, YEA aims to nurture young entrepreneurs, empower them to generate employment … The post GH¢120m
The Executive Director of the Africa Center for Parliamentary Affairs (ACEPA), Dr Rasheed Draman, has applauded the Speaker of Parliament’s proposal for stricter measures to address the issue of late attendance to the House among MPs. Mr Alban Bagbin last Friday, stated that starting next year, entry points to the Chamber would be locked at … The post Speaker’s proposal to lock
The Minister of Communication and Digitalisation, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has stated that government has no plans of selling its 30 per cent stake in Ghana Telecommunications Limited. She said earlier claims by the Minority that the government was in the process of selling its interest in the network were inaccurate. “Mr Speaker, the government of Ghana … The post Govt
Ten illegal miners including three foreign nationals have been arrested by officers of the Forest Services Division(Bekwai District), Forestry Commission for operating in the Oda River Forest Reserve. The three-day exercise was undertaken by the district as part of the ongoing efforts by the Forestry Commission to clamp down on illegal mining in Forest Reserves … The post 10
The Chairman of the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ), Mr Joseph Whittal, is advocating stiffer punishment for individuals and businesses involved in destroying the environment especially illegal mining (Galamsey) activities. According to him, this would serve as a deterrent to others who have intentions of destroying the environment for business or individual … The post Let’s
The Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) has thrown its weight behind the passage of the LGBTQ+++ Bill, saying it must be passed into law to protect authentic Ghanaian family values which are under threat from homosexual acts. It has therefore commended the country’s Parliament for the effort and time spent on developing the bill, which … The post Catholic
Mass Action for Sustainable Development (MASDA), a non-profit organisation has called on government, especially Parliament, to re-examine the lithium mining lease agreement with Barari DV before ratification. Speaking at Read More... The post ‘Re-Examine Barari Lithium Deal’ appeared
Kumasi Asante Kotoko nailed their old rivals, Accra Hearts of Oak 3-2 in their week 14 match of the Ghana Premier League at the Baba Yara Stadium, yesterday. Contrary to pre-match claim by the Phobians of a massive victory, it was the Asanteman contingent that won thebragging rights. Hearts launched the first attack under a … The post Kotoko silence Hearts in Kumasi appeared first on Ghanaian
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has given the indication that the Chamber of House will be locked at 10 a.m. each sitting day effective the next meeting of the fourth session of the eighth parliament in January. This, the Speaker explained, would be one of the measures his outfit would be putting … The post Parliament to lock out late-comer MPs from January
The Head of the Local Government Service, Ing. Dr. Nana Ato Arthur, has asked that all local government staff aspiring for assembly positions in the upcoming District Assembly Elections, scheduled for December 19, should immediately resign from their positions if they emerge victorious. Nana Ato Arthur, who urged all Ghanaians to participate in the District […] The post Resign
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