To set the tone for the celebration of its 70th anniversary, Takoradi Technical University (TTU), has launched an official logo. The 70th anniversary logo encapsulates seven decades of commitment, resilience, growth, and a remarkable journey as an institution. It also represents a dream-nurtured, celebrated triumph, and an inspiration for the future of the institution. The […] The post TTU
The Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) has seized a substantial quantity of illicit tobacco products valued at GH¢7,951,238.39, which were unlawfully smuggled into the country through unapproved border routes. The GRA, in a statement issued on Tuesday, said the street value of the confiscated products amounted to GH¢7,951,238.39, and none of the […] The post GRA
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Sumana Bagbin, has issued a stern warning to the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, emphasizing the need for collaboration with the Minority side to prevent legislative standstills. Expressing dismay over the Majority Leader’s failure to ensure the presence of his members during the ongoing 2024 budget debate, Mr Bagbin characterized the Majority […] The post Bagbin:
Chris Hughton has suffered his first competitive loss as Black Stars head coach as his side succumbed to a 1-0 defeat against Comoros in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers. Myziane Maolida’s first-half strike was enough for the home side to claim their second-straight win over the Black Stars. The result leaves Ghana in fourth place, […] The post 2026WCQ:
President Joe Biden has said a deal that would see Hamas release some of its hostages from Gaza is now “very close”. “We’ve been working on this intensively for weeks as you all know,” he told reporters in Washington. “My team has been in the region shuttling between capitals.” He added: “We are now very […] The post Biden says hostage deal
The leadership of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA) in the Eastern Region has condemned Monday’s altercation between its members and foreigners engaging in retail activities in Koforidua. Members of GUTA, during an operation to close down shops of foreigners engaging in the retail space, had a heated confrontation with some Nigerian nationals who […] The post GUTA
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Bolgatanga Central, Isaac Adongo, has apologized to Jacob Harry Maguire, Manchester United’s centre-back, for comparing Vice President Dr. Mahamudu to him. The Bolgatanga Central MP had earlier said the footballer was like Dr. Bawumia because they were both not contributing much to their teams. But rendering an apology to […] The post Isaac
The government has refuted assertions by the Minority Caucus that the 2024 budget presented by the Finance Minister is empty. The government says the budget has been programmed to ensure economic stability by reducing inflation and stabilizing the exchange rate for a low standard of living. In his commencement of the debate on the 2024 […] The post 2024 budget
Relative calm has been restored to the Wanchiki community in the Chereponi district in the North East Region following heavy military and police deployment to the area. Security officials patrolling the area say that no gunshots have been recorded since the incident on Monday, November 20, 2023. The dispute, which erupted in the early hours […] The post Calm restored to Wanchiki
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has begun investigations into suspected corruption in the procurement processes for the Bank of Ghana’s new headquarters in Accra. The investigation was launched following a formal complaint filed by the Bawku Central MP on October 30, alleging significant irregularities in the project’s procurement process. The complaint highlights a […] The post OSP
Members of the Civil and Local Government Staff Association Ghana (CLOGSAG) within the Ketu South Municipal Assembly are still on strike, stemming from the detention and arrest of some staff members near the court premises. This incident prompted the Executive Secretary of CLOGSAG to call for a strike on October 26, citing concerns about the […] The post CLOGSAG strike
Former President John Dramani Mahama has reaffirmed his commitment to implementing his proposed 24-hour economy policy, dismissing criticism from opponents and reiterating its potential to boost employment and revitalize the Ghanaian economy. During a campaign rally in the Bono East Region, Mr. Mahama emphasized that his vision for a 24-hour economy extends beyond simply extending […] The post 24-hour
In a sharp critique of Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s comments on the 24-hour economy policy, the Minority in Parliament has questioned the Vice President’s economic credentials and challenged his claims about the policy’s implementation. Dr Bawumia on Monday, November 20, dismissed former President John Dramani Mahama’s understanding of the 24-hour economy policy, asserting that […] The post Minority
The Commercial Division of the High Court, Accra, has ruled in favour of the Ghana Revenue Authority in a GH¢19 million tax liability case brought against the authority by Scancom PLC, owners of MTN Ghana. Scancom PLC had dragged GRA to court insisting that the authority erred in law and acted arbitrarily by imposing the […] The post GRA did not err in
The Amanano Rural Bank PLC has recorded a gross profit of GHC842,127.00 in 2022, marking the first positive turn of fortune in over five years. This is a significant improvement from the trajectory of a loss of GHC1,941,434.00 recorded in 2021. This announcement was made at its 35th Annual General Meeting of Shareholders held in […] The post Amanano Rural Bank overturned
The Ministry of Finance has indicated that the 2024 budget failed to announce more tax reliefs due to the country’s current economic situation. Speaking at the 2024 Post Budget Forum on behalf of the Finance Minister, the Chief Director of the ministry, Mends, indicated that the reliefs captured in the 2024 budget were the best […] The post 2024 budget:
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, wants the government to, as a matter of urgency, pay all arrears owed nursing trainees across the country. John Mahama says such delays cause unnecessary hardship for students. Speaking to students at the Krobo Nursing Training School in the Bono Region as part of his tour, […] The post Pay allowances
Acclaimed Ghanaian sound engineer Hammer of the Last 2 has announced his resignation from A1 Bread to dedicate his time and energy to his highly anticipated musical comeback. Hammer, known for his exceptional talent in crafting beats for renowned Ghanaian musicians, ventured into the bread industry in 2017, finding a new niche for his entrepreneurial […] The post Hammer
Residents in Nkwanta in the Oti Region have once again fled their homes following renewed clashes between the Adele, Challa, and Akyode tribes over disagreements on the performance of ritual rites related to the 2023 annual Yam Festival. Several persons have been shot dead while many have been left injured after clashes between the tribes […] The post Renewed tribal clashes
The Minority Group in Parliament is demanding an unqualified apology from COCOBOD CEO Joseph Boahen Aidoo for making false statements about Ghana’s 2023/24 cocoa forward sales. The controversy stems from Mr. Aidoo’s refutation of former President John Dramani Mahama’s criticism of the government’s cocoa farm-gate pricing. Mr. Mahama had argued that cocoa farmers were being […] The post Apologise
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