President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that the recent erratic power supply plaguing the country has been effectively addressed. Addressing attendees at the annual May Day celebration in Accra, the President expressed optimism that the challenges, famously termed “dumsor,” are now a thing of the past. He extended gratitude to the citizens for their […] The post Power
The United States of America has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Ghana Navy in safeguarding the country’s coastline and offshore activities in its efforts to protect both national and international borders, emphasizing the critical role of coast guard activities. Speaking to the media at the second annual African Maritime Forces Summit (AMFS) and third […] The post US
Aflao, a border town between Ghana and Togo, has experienced a significant decline in business activities due to the temporary closure of the Ghana-Togo border. The closure is part of the security arrangements for legislative and regional elections in Togo. However, many residents of Aflao were unaware of the border’s closure, as the information was […] The post Elections
The campaign team of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has pledged to adopt a house-to-house campaign strategy ahead of the 2024 general elections. This commitment comes after Dr Bawumia visited the Dome-Kwabenya constituency, where he interacted with market women and residents. Dr Bawumia’s visit followed a two-day campaign tour of the […] The post Election
The Industrial and Commercial Workers’ Union Ghana (ICU-Ghana) of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) has cautioned the government that it won’t stay aloof for them to be short-changed under the guise of global economic recession. This call comes on the back of the May Day celebration on the theme Election 2024: “The Role of Workers […] The post May
In a heartwarming display of faith and love, spouses gathered at this year’s Family Consecration Service hosted by Citi TV/Citi FM reaffirmed their commitment to each other in the divine presence. The service, led by Rev Stephen Yenusom Wengam, the General Superintendent of Assemblies of God Ghana and Vice Chairman of Africa Assemblies of God […] The post Couples
The Government through the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has released GH¢170, 775,035.07 to mixed tiers of healthcare providers across the country. In a statement signed by the acting Chief Executive of the authority, Dr. Da-Costa Aboagye, noted that this payment, released on April 30, 2024, covers predominantly claims of January and February 2024 for lower-tier facilities […] The post Govt
The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) has called for a comprehensive overhaul of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) management. This appeal comes in the wake of a report by the International Labour Organization (ILO), which forecasts SSNIT’s inability to make full payments to its contributors by 2036. The ILO report indicates […] The post NAGRAT
The Ghana Police Service has apprehended an individual linked to the shooting of a military officer in Kasoa, located in the Central Region. The military officer, reported to be in his late 30s, was fatally shot, while two other officers accompanying him escaped unharmed. According to a police statement, preliminary investigations indicate that the suspect, […] The post Kasoa:
Workers of the Electricity Company of Ghana staged a walkout on the Ashanti Regional Minister Simon Osei-Mensah just when he was called upon to deliver his speech at the May Day Parade in Kumasi. The ECG workers were on Wednesday, May 1, clad in red and held placards with inscriptions calling on the Regional Minister […] The post May Day: ECG workers stage walkout
The Convention People’s Party (CPP) has accused the New Patriotic Party (NPP) of bribing voters ahead of the Ejisu by-election on Tuesday, April 30. In an interview with Citi News, Sylvester Soprano Sarpong, a communication member of the CPP, claimed that the government resorted to vote-buying to secure the victory. He suggested that the CPP’s […] The post NPP
Glovo, a prominent food delivery platform, has announced its decision to shut down operations in Ghana, effective May 10, 2024. The company has invested over $3 million into the Ghanaian market over the past two years to expand its operations. However, citing profitability challenges specific to the Ghanaian market, Glovo has opted for a strategic […] The post Glovo’s shutdown
John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed his gratitude to the workers of Ghana for their commitment and diligence that keeps the nation functioning. In a Facebook post on May 1, Mr Mahama urged Ghanaians to collaborate to shape the future of Ghana into a 24-hour economy. “Happy […] The post Let’s
Oil fell more than 1 per cent on Wednesday, losing ground for a third straight session on hopes of a ceasefire agreement in the Middle East and by rising crude inventories and production in top consumer the United States. Expectations that a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas could be in sight have grown following […] The post Oil falls for a third day
The Human Rights Court One (1) has dismissed the interlocutory injunction application filed by Food Sovereignty Ghana and others against the National Biosafety Authority (NBA) over the approval given for the registration of 14 GMO crops for food, feed, and processing in Ghana. This is after the Food Sovereignty Ghana and the other concerned bodies on April 10, 2024, filed […] The post Court
Thousands have gathered at the Oil Dome, Royal House Chapel in Abossey Okai, Accra, for the highly anticipated 2024 edition of the Family Consecration Service, organized by Citi TV and Citi FM. The six-hour programme which started at 6 am and expected to end at 12pm will see families pray, seek God’s guidance, protection, and […] The post Citi TV/Citi FM’s
Protesters clash at pro-Palestinian encampments in Los Angeles, hours after police cleared a similar protest in New York. At the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), vice-chancellor Mary Osako says: “Horrific acts of violence occurred at the encampment tonight.” She says the university “immediately called law enforcement for mutual aid support.” At Columbia University in […] The post ‘Horrific
Hopeson Adorye, a member of the Movement for Change (M4C), has urged the Ghana Police Service to arrest and prosecute Kingsley Nyarko, the Member of Parliament for Kwadaso. A viral video allegedly showed Mr. Nyarko placing a white envelope on the table in front of the Electoral Commission (EC) officials during the Ejisu by-election, leading […] The post Ejisu
The Office of the Registrar of Companies in Ghana has increased the penalty for late filing or non-filing of annual returns from GHC650 to GHC1,000, effective May 1. This decision aims to discourage companies from defaulting on their annual return submissions, as required by the Companies Act, 2019 (Act 992). The Registrar’s Office has taken […] The post Filing
The Ministry of Chieftaincy and Religious Affairs has categorically refuted allegations that the Yagbonwura was asked to stand up and greet President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Media reports had suggested that the Overlord of Gonja, Yagbonwura Bii-Kunuto Jewu Soale I, was asked to stand and greet the President during an event on Saturday, 27th April […] The post Yagbonwura
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