The National Democratic Party (NDP) is set to organize its National Conference in March to nominate the party’s flagbearer for the 2024 general election. According to party leadership, they are optimistic about electing and forming their regional executives, which would pave the way for the acclamation of the party’s flagbearer. In an interview with Citi […] The post NDP
The National Executive Council (NEC) of Ghana National Chamber of Pharmacy (GNCoP) has appointed Pharm. Audrey Serwaa Bonsu as Chief Executive Officer of GNCoP The appointment took effect from January 23, 2024. By this, she becomes the first female CEO for GNCoP to lead the Chamber’s operations in Ghana. Pharm. Audrey, a seasoned pharmacist with […] The post Audrey
The Minister for Works and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has disclosed that 1,393 people have benefited from the National Rent Assistance Scheme as of December 31, 2023. The system was launched by the Vice President of Ghana and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, in January 2023. The scheme is designed to provide […] The post Over
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to prioritize efforts toward resolving the protracted Bawku conflict if granted another term in office. The Bawku conflict, characterized by ethno-political rivalries between the Kusasis and Mamprusis, has persisted for decades, claiming numerous lives and stifling socio-economic progress in the region. It is […] The post John
Ofosu Asamoah The Executive Secretary of the National Labour Commission (NLC), Ofosu Asamoah, has described the ongoing strike by labour unions in the educational sector as ‘unjustified’ and ‘unnecessary’. Read More... The post ‘Your Strike Is Needless’ appeared first on
The Director-General of the Ghana AIDS Commission, Dr. Kyeremeh Atuahene, has expressed deep concerns about the prevailing rate of stigmatization against persons living with HIV. The latest report by the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) indicated that 78 percent of women and 72% of men who have heard of HIV or AIDS expressed discriminatory attitudes towards […] The post Stop
The Executive Secretary of the National Labour Commission (NLC), Ofosu Asamoah, has lashed out at the labour unions within the educational sector currently on strike, describing their action as ‘unmeritorious’ and ‘needless’. Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana, Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG), Teachers and Educational Workers Union of Ghana (TEWU) and the […] The post Strike
Organised Labour says it will meet to determine its next line of action after the deadline for the government to withdraw the electricity tax elapses. Organised Labour last week asked the government to withdraw the electricity tax expected to be implemented this year. The government said the tax was aimed at helping its COVID-19 recovery […] The post We’ll
The Deputy Chief Executive Officer for the Forestry Commission, Sulemana Nyadia Nelson, has expressed concern over the safety of staff manning Ghana’s forests, particularly those in mining communities. He made these remarks during the National House of Chiefs meeting with liaison officers at various institutions held last Wednesday, January 31, in Kumasi. Sulemana revealed that […] The post Forestry
The National Road Safety Authority has begun a process to register road transport service providers as part of its mandate to regulate the road transport sector with a special focus on road transport service providers. Beginning in March 2024, road transport service providers including transport companies, unions, transport departments of all State Agencies, school bus […] The post NRSA
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has voiced his concerns about the Electoral Commission’s proposal to move the voting date from December to November. In Mahama’s view, the new proposals have the potential to raise doubts about the integrity of the elections. The Electoral Commission has suggested moving the voting […] The post Major
The Ghana Association of University Administrators (GAUA) is considering suspending its ongoing strike pending a scheduled meeting with the Ministry of Education and the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) on February 7, 2024. The union began a nationwide strike, citing the government’s disregard for their conditions of service. While the National Labour Commission (NLC) has […] The post GAUA
NPP The post #NPPDecides: EC’s Director of Electoral Services addresses abandoned Yendi election | EWN appeared first on Citinewsroom - Comprehensive News in Ghana.
Extensive dialogue will be held with Organised Labour and other key stakeholders in the coming weeks on the VAT on electricity, the Ministry of Finance has said. The stakeholder dialogue, as stated by the Finance Ministry in its statement dated January 30, 2024, is aimed at ensuring stakeholder buy-in. Organised Labour has kicked against the […] The post VAT
Extensive dialogue will be held with Organised Labour and other key stakeholders in the coming weeks on the VAT on electricity, the Ministry of Finance has said. The stakeholder dialogue, as stated by the Finance Ministry in its statement dated January 30, 2024, is aimed at ensuring stakeholder buy-in. Organised Labour has kicked against the […] The post VAT
With over 60% of Ghana’s population living in rural areas, developing rural education to propel national development should be a reason d’ȇtre. Ghana’s rural development requires critical attention. The usual pittance thrown to rural dwellers particularly during electioneering periods are cardinal sins that political parties must desist from and rather pursue lasting solutions to the […] The post
The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has advised the general public especially persons with drug use disorders to refrain from using public schools for illegal activities, including smoking and as a place of convenience. The NCC, in a statement on Monday, January 29, 2024, stated that it has observed that some people use public school classrooms […] The post Stop
The Opposition NDC is making a strong push for a public broadcast of presidential election vote collation during general elections. A document titled “NDC Position Paper on Electoral Reforms” lists a litany of changes the party believes could significantly improve the credibility of the polls. Key proposals include an all-year-round voter registration system under which […] The post NDC
After defending the former South African president and party leader during a slew of corruption scandals, the country’s powerful governing party punished Mr. Zuma for endorsing the opposition.
The Human Security Department of the Ministry of National Security is working to address the problem of hazardous potholes affecting certain sections of the Spintex Road. In addition to serving as a vital thoroughfare, the road connects various neighbourhoods of Accra to other locales; however, its deteriorating condition has caused concern for both commuters and […] The post National
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