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Train accident: Mahama questions test run on new rail line without track inspection
Former President John Mahama has expressed serious concerns about the safety protocols following the accident involving a newly imported train on its test run along the Tema-Mpakadan railway line. The incident, which took place on April 18, 2024, has prompted Mahama to question the adequacy of pre-operational checks. Taking to social media platform X (formerly […]
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Deloitte launches Technology, Media and Telecom predictions for 2024
Deloitte, a leading global provider of audit and assurance, consulting, financial advisory, risk advisory, tax, and related services, has launched its Technology, Media and Telecom predictions for 2024. The predictions are hinged on four pillars – Generative Artificial Intelligence; Sustainability; Media, Entertainment and Sports as well as Technology and Telecom. A. Generative AI For Generative […]
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La Dadekotopon: Akufo-Addo’s driver files to contest NPP Parliamentary primary
President Akufo-Addo’s personal driver has filed his nomination to contest the La Dedekotopon NPP Parliamentary primary on April 27, 2024. Joseph Addo who was vetted and approved by the party’s Greater Accra Elections Committee says he will win the seat back for the NPP. “I was born and bred here in La, I have lived […]
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You’re clueless about industrial relations, challenges workers face – TUC to Prof Adei
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has stated that Economist Professor Stephen Adei lacks an understanding of the country’s industrial relations and the challenges faced by workers. This statement follows Prof Adei’s claim that Ghanaian workers are among the least productive globally and that Togolese workers outperform Ghanaians in terms of productivity. In a statement released […]
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Lapaz commuters grapple with 20% fare hike despite govt’s directive
Commuters in Lapaz are feeling the pinch of a 20% surge in transport fares, a move that flies in the face of a directive from the government and the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) advising drivers against fare hikes. While some drivers justify the hike citing the escalating costs of fuel and spare parts, […]
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Election 2024: Help probe EC’s missing BVR kits – NDC to Bagbin
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called on the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to probe the Electoral Commission’s (EC) unaccounted Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs) and parts of Biometric Verification Registration Kits to ensure that the December polls are free and fair. In a statement from the General Secretary of the NDC, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, […]
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Subsidising petroleum products only way to reduce price hikes – NPA
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has stated that the only way to mitigate the consistent rise in the prices of petroleum products is to introduce subsidies. Abass Tasunti, Head of Economic Regulation at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), said on The Big Issue on Citi FM and Citi TV on Saturday, April 20, that it is […]
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Government begins rehabilitating major roads in Ejisu in preparation for upcoming by-election
The government has started rehabilitating major roads in communities across the Ejisu Municipality and has committed to completing the projects. On April 18, Roads and Highways Minister Francis Asenso Boakye led Ministry officials to inspect the ongoing work and denied claims that the projects were only initiated because of the upcoming by-election in the area. […]
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Labor groups plan to strike on May 2 in response to unpaid Tier-2 pension arrears
Organized Labour has issued a warning of a possible strike on May 2, 2024, if the government does not meet its obligation to pay Tier-2 pensions to its members. The Trades Union Congress (TUC) and its affiliated unions claim that the government has ignored their repeated appeals. Dr. Anthony Yaw Baah, Secretary-General of the TUC, […]
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Police arrest truck driver over new train accident
The Ghana Police Service has arrested the driver of a Hyundai truck in connection with Thursday’s accident involving a newly acquired train from Poland on the Tema-Mpakadan railway line. According to a statement released by the Police, their preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect, whose truck bore the registration number GS 9018-20, allegedly left the […]
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Curfew imposed on Sampa due to chieftaincy disputes
The Ministry of Interior has announced the imposition of a curfew on Sampa Township in the Jaman North District of the Bono Region effective Thursday, April 18, 2024 due to ongoing chieftaincy disputes in the area. According to a press release, the curfew will run from 4:00 pm to 7:00 am daily until further notice. […]
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IMF deal: No further adjustments required from Ghana – Abebe Selassie
Abebe Selassie, Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has stated that the fund will not require the Ghanaian government to implement additional adjustments. He expressed optimism that ongoing discussions among official creditors will facilitate the conclusion of talks, enabling the release of the third tranche of funds. Abebe Selassie emphasized […]
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Truck owner shares insights into train collision incident
In a comprehensive explanation of the events leading to the collision involving the newly imported train, the owner of the truck involved in the accident has provided clarity on the circumstances surrounding the incident. The incident, which has raised significant concerns, occurred when the truck became lodged on the railway tracks. The owner, who was […]
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We’ll no longer tolerate your empty, unwarranted attacks – TUC slams Prof Adei
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has issued a scathing rebuke of Professor Stephen Adei following his assertion that Ghanaian workers rank among the least productive globally. During an interview on GHOne on April 8, the former Rector of the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA) conducted a comparative analysis of worker productivity levels […]
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NAPO must apologise over dumsor timetable comment – Kpabu
Private legal practitioner Martin Kpebu has strongly criticised Energy Minister Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, commonly known as NAPO, for his failure to apologise following his remarks advising Ghanaians to obtain their own timetable for the ongoing power outages. In an interview on Eyewitness News on April 19, 2024, Kpebu condemned Prempeh’s actions, asserting that they […]
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Dumsor: I acknowledge your patience, challenges will be resolved – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has openly acknowledged the recent power supply challenges, assuring the nation of the government’s unwavering commitment to resolving the issues at hand. Expressing gratitude for the patience exhibited by Ghanaians during the recent power cuts, the president reassured citizens of ongoing efforts to mitigate the challenges. During the inauguration of […]
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Artificial Intelligence likely to affect 40% of global workforce – IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has predicted that 40 percent of the global workforce will be affected by the introduction of Artificial Intelligence. According to the IMF, though AI has improved productivity, it is likely to render many jobless in the coming years. Speaking to journalists on the sidelines of the 2024 IMF-World Bank Spring […]
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No more Buffer Stock – Mahama promises to decentralise SHS food supply
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has vowed to cancel the supply of food items to Senior High Schools by the National Food Buffer Stock Company as part of his vision to review the Free SHS policy. John Mahama says feeding grants would be channelled through the heads of Senior […]
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Consult Council of State on anti-gay bill – Mahama to Akufo-Addo
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has criticized President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s handling of the anti-LGBTQ bill, urging him to seek guidance from the Council of State. Mr. Mahama says President Akufo-Addo’s decision not to assent to the bill is undemocratic and wrong. Speaking at a meeting with members […]
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Dumsor: ECG disconnects Kejetia market over Ghc70m debt
For the second time, the Kejetia Market in the Ashanti region finds itself disconnected from the national power grid due to a Ghc70 million debt owed to the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). Since the disconnection occurred about a week ago, the market has been dependent on an alternative power plant as its energy source. […]
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