Some residents of Kotobabi in Accra are calling for a comprehensive police investigation into the killing of a young woman in the area last Saturday. According to them, the woman was waiting for public transport at a bus stop near the Kotobabi Police station when an unidentified man shot her in an attempt to apprehend […] The post Kotobabi residents
The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has once again defended the controversial Ghana-Barari Lithium deal, assuring Ghanaians that the government meticulously considered all options before choosing the current path. Speaking on Point of View on Citi TV, Mr Jinapor emphasized that the chosen option addresses concerns about green minerals while remaining […] The post Lithium
The Local Organising committee for the 13th African Games has unveiled plans to massively brand the nation’s Capital, ahead of the tournament in March next year. This was made known at a press soirée organised by the LOC over the weekend. Addressing journalists at the event, the Deputy Chief Operating Officer of the LOC, Mr Reks […] The post LOC to brand Accra for the All African Games appeared
The Member of Parliament for Wa Central, Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, has endorsed calls for due diligence supported by legislation to regulate Ghana’s lithium deal with Barari DV Ghana Ltd, a subsidiary of Atlantic Lithium Limited. In an interview with Selorm Adonoo on The Big Issue on Citi TV, the NDC MP criticized the government’s defense […] The post Parliament
A woman at Pigfarm, a suburb of Accra lost her life on Saturday, December 16, when a stray bullet from the police hit her during an anti-robbery operation. The woman was pronounced dead when she was rushed to the hospital. Police in a statement said the woman was accidentally hit during the Saturday morning raid […] The post Stray bullet kills woman during
Jada Pinkett Smith, wife of America Actor, Will Smith has credited the now-infamous Oscars slap involving his husband and Chris Rock with saving her marriage. In an interview with Daily Mail, Jada expressed that the incident was a pivotal moment that made her realize she would never leave Will. She described the aftermath of the […] The post Will Smith slapping Chris Rock saved our
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, believes the government made a reckless decision by terminating a power purchase agreement with the Ghana Power Generation Company (GPGC), leading to Ghana being slapped with a $170 million judgment debt. The GPGC agreement was canceled by the Akufo-Addo government, following recommendations by a committee […] The post Ablakwa
The recently announced lithium deal has ignited a heated debate, with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) labelling the government’s proclamation of securing a 10% royalty a “celebration of mediocrity.” The NDC contends that while the government asserts Barari DV will be subjected to a 35% corporate tax rate, there exists a pressing need for clarity […] The post Lithium
Multi-award-winning photojournalist and team lead at Foto4change Foundation, Geoffrey Buta, has presented camera equipment to the Savelugu School for the Deaf in the Northern region. The items donated include a camera, speedlite, tripod, and other accessories for the students at the school. Mr. Buta said the gesture formed part of efforts to support and educate […] The post Photojournalist
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
Jada Pinkett Smith has credited the infamous Oscars slap involving Will Smith and Chris Rock with strengthening their marriage. In a recent interview, Jada Pinkett described the incident as a “pivotal moment” that solidified her commitment to their relationship. While the slap was a controversial event, Jada views it as a turning point that brought […] The post Will
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
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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
Introduction In accordance with Article 179 of the 1992 Constitution and section 21 of the Public Financial Management Act, 2016 (Act 921), the Minister for Finance presented the budget statement on behalf of the President on Wednesday, 15th November 2023. The 2024 budget is critical for the country as it tries to navigate the desire […] The post The 2024 budget and
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
Juliet Selassie, the Focal Person for the Ashaiman Assembly (ASHMA) has observed that the increment in HIV cases across the country is a result of the little attention the country paid to the virus, during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. Though the two viruses are deadly, Madam Juliet said the country’s strong campaign against COVID-19 […] The post Covid silenced HIV/AIDS awareness campaign
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