The Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) has disclosed a preliminary investigation into the viral video capturing a man placing a white envelope on a table in front of officials during the Ejisu by-election. In a statement, Ghana’s electoral governing body further stated that the content of the envelope was for lunch for the officials. “Our […] The post Ejisu by-election:
The fastest-growing bank, OmniBSIC Bank, has emerged stronger in the aftermath of the debt restructuring programme, with an impressive performance that resulted in one of the biggest profitability ratios in the banking sector last year. The bank’s profit rose by 218 percent to GH¢150.6 million in 2023, indicating a significant turnaround from the loss suffered […] The post OmniBSIC
A financier of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Mr George Oti Bonsu, is crying foul over the demolition of his buildings on a one acre land at Adjiriganor, a plush suburb of Accra. Speaking to journalists at the site of the demolition, Mr Bonsu said one Hajia Aisha Ahmed, who is also claiming ownership of […] The post NPP financier cries foul over demolition of his multi-million
Ghana and Malawi have signed an agreement on a visa waiver regime for holders of ordinary, diplomatic and service passports. The agreement which took effect on February 7, 2024, is designed to enhance the bilateral ties and ongoing collaboration between the two nations. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration in a statement dated […] The post Ghana signs visa waiver
The Electricity Company of Ghana Limited (ECG) has addressed a recently resurfaced video clip featuring its Managing Director, Mr. Samuel Dubik Mahama Esq., circulating on social media. The clip wrongly implies insensitivity to the challenges faced by customers amid the current unstable power supply situation. Dated March 16, 2024, the statement clarifies that the video […] The post ECG
The Canadian Visa Application Centre has apologised for the overcrowding observed outside the facility. The prolonged queues have been a source of discontent among Ghanaians who have expressed concerns about the lack of shelter from the sun, prompting calls for permanent solutions. Kojo Wilmot, the National Officer of the International Organization for Migration (IOM)-Canadian Visa […] The post Canadian
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has said processes have begun toward the implementation of a visa-free regime for all Africans to the country. He emphasised that he is committed to completing the free visa process before the end of his term as President early next year. “The government of Ghana is committed to ensuring visa-free […] The post We
The University of Cape Coast has appointed the first visually impaired person, Carruthers Tetteh, as a lecturer at the Faculty of Law. Mr. Tetteh, whose appointment took effect in December 2023, teaches Criminal Law and the Ghana Legal System. Born with a passion for Law and a desire to advocate for the less privileged, Mr. […] The post UCC appoints first visually impaired
Fiscal space, in its simplest form, is the capacity of governments to adjust their revenue and expenditure policies to overcome economic shocks and foster growth. It is a precarious balance between short-term responsiveness and long-term prudence. It is essential to realise that fiscal space is not an abstract concept. It is tangible and can be created through […] The post
The Nigerian government has rejected calls for phase-out fossil fuels, an issue emerged as one of the most topical at the ongoing United Nations Climate Change Summit in Dubai, UAE. “It is unacceptable to ask Nigeria or Africa to phase out fossil fuels,” said Ishaq Salako, Nigeria’s Minister of State for Environment. He likened the […] The post COP28: Nigeria rejects call to phase out
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