The Minority in Parliament has accused the management of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) of engaging in illegal activities by allegedly writing off approximately GH¢48 billion of government debt. According to the caucus, these actions have resulted in the insolvency of the central bank. During the final debate on the State of the Nation Address […] The post BoG
The Minority in Parliament has accused the management of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) of engaging in illegal activities by allegedly writing off approximately GH¢48 billion of government debt. According to the caucus, these actions have resulted in the insolvency of the central bank. During the final debate on the State of the Nation Address […] The post BoG
The debate on the State of the Nation address by President Akufo-Addo was put on hold by Parliament due to rising tensions within the minority caucus. This was due to remarks made by the Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, about the running mate of the NDC, Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang. The Majority Leader, during his final remarks […] The post Parliament
Mahama Ayariga, the Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, has filed a second petition with the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) concerning the controversial new headquarters of the Bank of Ghana (BoG). Earlier, he had accused the Governor, Deputy Governors, the Board of Directors of the Central Bank, and the project contractor, Goldkey Properties […] The post Ayariga
The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has withdrawn remarks he made about the NDC’s running mate, Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, during his debate on the State of the Nation address. The Minority caucus was incensed by the Majority Leader’s assertion that the selection of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, a woman in her 70s, as the NDC’s […] The post Afenyo-Markin
The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) branch at the University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD) has officially called off its indefinite strike. The strike, which commenced on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, was initiated in response to the government’s failure to disburse the Online Teaching Support Allowance. Efforts were made to resolve the issue […] The post UTAG-UESD
John Mahama, the Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has revealed plans to unveil the party’s manifesto for the upcoming 2024 General Elections by mid-year. The manifesto launch will feature key policies, including the introduction of a 24-hour economy, the abolishment of ex-gratia, and the export of nurses to address unemployment among health workers. […] The post 2024
Rev Dr Kwabena Opuni-Frimpong, the former General Secretary of the Christian Council of Ghana (CCG), has voiced his concern over the escalating levels of greed, corruption, and misappropriation of public funds in both the private and public sectors of Ghana. He laments that these practices are becoming deeply entrenched in society and are a significant […] The post Education
The Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, has called on the government to acknowledge the existence of ‘dumsor’ (power outages) and release a well-defined load-shedding timetable. Recent power outages in various parts of the country have prompted Mahama’s call for transparency. Speaking at a gathering in Sissala West, as part of his […] The post Ghanaians
Franklin Cudjoe, the Founder and President of IMANI Africa, has criticised the decision to imprison individuals who identify as gays, describing it as ‘senseless.’ On February 28, 2024, Parliament passed a bill criminalising LGBTQ activities and prohibiting their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Individuals found guilty under this law could face imprisonment ranging from six months […] The post Anti-LGBTQ+
Despite a generally difficult local and international economic climate in 2023, the Tema Port handled 18 million tonnes of cargo while the Takoradi Port handled eight million tonnes. That was a boost in performance in the second half of the year after a dormant first half. Mr Michael Achagwe Luguje, the Director General, of Ghana […] The post Tema Port handled 18 million
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has held a meeting with a delegation from Germany’s Social Democratic Party (SPD). The meeting focused on discussions about shared values between the two countries and the significance of international cooperation in tackling global issues. In a Facebook post on Saturday, March 9, Mr. […] The post Mahama
The 2024 Heritage Caravan, a flagship event of Citi FM/TV, is nearing its peak as participants, known as ‘Caravanites’, enjoy leisure time at the Maaha Beach Resort Hotel in Elonyi, Western Region, on the seventh day of their eight-day journey across the country. On Saturday, March 9, 2024, dubbed ‘National Lottery Authority (NLA) Day’, the […] The post 2024
Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has commisserated with the family of the late Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah. He has also signed his book condolence. The 45-year-old MP died on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He leaves behind his wife and six children. Dr Bawumia who visited the family of the late Ejisu Member of […] The post Bawumia commiserates
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