The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has underscored the indispensability of digitalisation in the advancement of Ghana’s justice system. Dr. Bawumia spoke at the launch of ‘LEADing Justice’, which stands for the Chief Justice’s vision framework, presented by Her Ladyship Justice Margaret Torkonoo in Accra. He mentioned that digitalisation, which is a crucial component of […] The post
Ghanaian artiste, Jackline Acheampong popularly known as Gyakie has opened up about her motivations for coming up with her latest single ‘December’. The post Gyakie narrates how broken heart influenced her latest release ‘December’ first appeared on 3News.
Mr Dan Taylor, Executive Secretary, MindFreedom Ghana has stated that early intervention is key in the fight against Mental health needs to reduce mental problems. According to him, a World Health Organization (WHO) report has revealed that about 2.8 million Ghanaians have one form of mental health condition or the other, hence the need to […] The post Early intervention is key
By Ama Kudom-Agyemang Obviously, the realisation of about three-quarters of the world’s population having access to safe water sources, is a major attainment by the international community. However, this achievement cannot be overly celebrated. This is because, as the world celebrated this year’s World Water Day (WWD) on Friday, 22nd March, a whooping 2.2 billion […] The post Reflections
An Accra High Court has granted Member of Parliament (MP) Rockson-Nelson Dafeamekpor’s expedited hearing motion application that is seeking to compel President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to accept and assent to or otherwise, the Human Rights and Family Values Bill 2024. The South Dayi lawmaker maintained that the case has “important constitutional considerations and must […] The post Anti-LGBTQ
In a fiery exchange of political rhetoric, the National Youth Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salam Mustapha, has launched scathing criticisms against the flag bearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama. Mustapha’s remarks come in response to Mahama’s recent announcement to separate the Youth and Sports Ministry, aiming to address […] The post Bawumia
In the lead-up to Ghana’s highly anticipated 2024 Presidential Election, a recent survey conducted by Global Info Analytics has sparked controversy, with findings suggesting a significant lead for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama. However, the campaign team of the NPP’s flagbearer, Dr. Bawumia, has swiftly downplayed the survey results, raising questions […] The post Election
Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Kwaku Ampratwum-Sarpong, has asserted that Ghana’s international image has not been affected following the passage of the Anti-Gay Bill. Although the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill was approved by Parliament in February, it still awaits presidential assent. In an interview with Citi News, Mr. Ampratwum-Sarpong […] The post Ghana’s
Ghanaian musician, Shasha Marley, has opened up about his disinterest in associating with political parties particularly by composing campaign songs. The post ‘I rejected $50k offer to do a song for a political party’ – Shasha Marley first appeared on 3News.
In a move that has been met with great enthusiasm following the government announced 58.26% increase in the producer price of cocoa, farmers have gone to town in jubilation. Read More... The post Cocoa Farmers Rejoice Over Jumbo Price Increase appeared first
Recent events in relation to the passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill 2024 have taken me down memory lane. Parliament unanimously passed the Bill (also known as the anti-LGBTQ+ Bill) on Wednesday, February 28. Of particular interest to me is Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin’s objection to custodial sentencing as prescribed under […] The post The Akoto Lante Samaritan – a remix
The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has announced a revision in the Producer Price of cocoa for the remainder of the 2023/24 crop year, effective from Friday, April 5, 2024. This decision was made following consultations with stakeholders. COCOBOD in a statement released on April 5, 2024, explained that a 64 kg bag is now priced […] The post Government increases producer price
The Minority in Parliament has called for an immediate increase in the farm-gate price of cocoa in Ghana, citing the recent unprecedented surge in global cocoa prices. In a statement signed by Member of Parliament for Asunafo South, Mr. Eric Opoku dated Tuesday, April 2, 2024, the minority expressed concern over the sharp decline in […] The post Minority demands increase
In a bid to accelerate the resolution of legal challenges to the anti-gay bill, Parliament has formally called upon the Supreme Court to hasten the proceedings concerning the interlocutory Read More... The post Parliament
Prof. Larry Diamond, Democracy Scholar at Hoover Institute and Stanford University, has voiced serious concerns about the controversy surrounding the anti-gay bill recently passed by Ghana’s Parliament. In an interview on The Point of View, on Citi TV, Prof. Diamond argued that the anti-gay bill is a distraction from poor governance in Ghana. He questioned […] The post Anti-gay
The Tema General Hospital has dispelled reports that a three-day-old baby died due to the power outage at the facility on Tuesday night, March 26. The post ‘No lives were lost due to Tuesday’s power outage’ – Tema General Hospital first appeared on 3News.
Former Attorney-General and a leading member of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has hit hard at the current holder of the office, Godfred Dame for advising the President wrongly on the Anti-LGBTQI Bill. Betty Mould Iddrisu says that the President’s decision to bar Parliament from transmitting the bill was wrong. This comes after some […] The post Anti-LGBTQI
Former Ghana International, Dan Quaye has called on the technical team of the Black Stars to give opportunity to the goalkeepers playing in the Ghana Premier League. According to Quaye, some of the local goalkeepers have shown enough quality to be playing for the Black Stars as the goalkeeping department has been the team’s weakest […] The post Dan Quaye makes case for local goalkeepers
Former Attorney-General and a leading member of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) has hit hard at the current holder of the office, Godfred Dame for advising the President wrongly on the Anti-LGBTQI Bill. Betty Mould Iddrisu says that the President’s decision to bar Parliament from transmitting the bill was wrong. This comes after some […] The post Anti-LGBTQI
The government has initiated a resettlement programme for communities affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage. Spearheaded by the Ministry of Works and Housing, this initiative aims to provide new homes for individuals whose residences were destroyed by the floods. According to data from the National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO), more than 5,200 households in 19 […] The post Govt
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