The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has once again criticised President Akufo-Addo’s stance on the Criminal Offences Amendment Bill 2023, 1 and 2, and the Ghana Armed Forces Amendment Bill 2023, stating that it not only contradicts constitutional procedure but also raises concerns about the future of Private Members’ Bills. The President, in a letter […] The post Akufo-Addo’s
The Ghana Online Drivers Union (GODU) is threatening a nationwide strike if the Ghana Revenue Authority fails to engage them over the recent introduction of the Vehicle Income Tax (VIT) for ride-hailing drivers. The GRA’s announcement of the new tax, effective January 1, 2024, has sparked outrage among GODU members. They argue that the decision […] The post Ride-hailing
Eighteen (18) Members of Parliament (MPs) from the Majority Caucus of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) have signalled that they will not be seeking reelection in the next parliamentary elections in 2024. This voluntary exit has sparked significant speculation and discussions about the future trajectory of the NPP in the coming years. Among the […] The post Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu,
Ahaspora Professional Network in partnership with Calbank will host Aha Yɛ Dɛ (‘Ghana’ is Good) 3.0, Diaspora Festival Made in Ghana Expo. The third edition of this festival provides a dynamic showcase of cultural fusion, economic empowerment, and community impact, whilst celebrating Ghanaian excellence. Scheduled to take place on Saturday 30th December 2023 at the […] The post
Residents of Loagri village in the North East Region of Ghana are calling for the immediate removal of police officers stationed in their community, accusing them of unprofessional conduct and excessive use of force. The demand comes after a recent incident where police officers attacked residents who prevented them from apprehending an alleged motorbike thief […] The post Loagri
The year 2023 was a period of economic stabilisation and the beginning stages of recovery for the country, following a turbulent 2022 that saw high inflation, currency depreciation, and an economic crisis. With the government launching critical debt restructuring programmes and securing a US$3billion IMF Extended Credit Facility (ECF) to support economic recovery, the building […] The post
The Ghana Police Service has reminded all, especially faith-based organisations that the law on the communication of prophecies is still in force. The law prohibits the public communication of doomsday prophecies, particularly of deaths and harm and similar ones with the potential to lead to the breakdown of law and order. In a statement, the […] The post Law on harmful
The year 2023 is ending on a high note for the extractive sector. The sector, comprising mining and oil industries, exhibited resilience in the face of challenges. The country’s return to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) merely a year ago, a strategic move shrouded in the government’s resolute commitment to fostering prosperity without external aid. […] The post Extractive
The Judicial Service of Ghana and the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) have affirmed their resolve to suppress and repress corruption and corruption-related activities in all forms across the country. In a joint statement issued on Wednesday, December 27, they said they would do so “through collaborative enforcement of the law and continuous engagement, while […] The post We’ll
The Ghana Navy and the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC), in collaboration with the Ghana Police, have arrested six persons over alleged narcotics. The operation conducted by the Ada Foah Detachment of the Ghana Navy Riverine Command, along with the Ghana Police also led to the seizure of 81 sacks of suspected marijuana. The team discovered […] The post Six
The Ministry of National Security has strongly refuted accusations by the Member of Parliament for Akan Constituency, Yao Gomado, that two people killed in an accident were deliberately targeted by the ministry’s operatives. The ministry in a statement explained that an operation, launched in October 2023, aimed to curb cocoa smuggling along the Eastern Corridor, […] The post National
Management and staff of Citi TV and Citi FM will spend time with children at Torkpo in the Shai Osudoku District of the Greater Accra Region today, December 26, 2023. This is part of the organization’s annual corporate social responsibility dubbed “Help A Christmas Child.” Today’s visit aims to bring hope and smiles to kids […] The post Citi
On Tuesday, December 26, 2023, the management and staff of Citi FM and Citi TV uplifted the spirits of children at Tokpo, one of the communities affected by the Akosombo Dam spillage, by spending Boxing Day with them. Hundreds of children in the area located in the Shai Osudoku district in the Greater Accra Region […] The post Help A Christmas
Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has urged Ghanaians to support Afua Asantewaa Aduonum, the Ghanaian singer attempting to break the longest singing marathon by an individual. In an interview with Citi News after visiting the Akwaaba Village in Accra on Monday to support Afua Asantewaa, the NPP Flagbearer indicated that he had followed her and […] The post Bawumia,
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has declared that after three years of economic turmoil, Ghana is finally turning the corner. In a Christmas message to Ghanaians, the President conveyed his satisfaction that the country has successfully navigated the difficulties faced not only by Ghana but by the entire world. He highlighted positive indicators of economic […] The post After
The High Court has adjourned the hearing concerning the frozen bank accounts and seized cash of former Sanitation Minister, Cecilia Abena Dapaah, until January 11, 2024. The postponement comes as prosecutors await the completion of an investigative report from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The case, titled Special Prosecutor V Cecilia Dapaah & Daniel […] The post Court
Parliament has approved the Value Added Tax Amendment Bill 2023 which imposes a 5 percent flat rate for the rental of commercial premises and the sale of immovable property by an estate developer. The VAT Amendment Bill 2023 also seeks to introduce a zero rate on locally produced sanitary pads and waive VAT on the […] The post Parliament passes VAT Amendment Bill appeared first on
Six passengers are feared dead after a public transport ran into an abandoned truck at the Banyard intersection at Awoshie in Accra. The red passenger vehicle with registration number GW 6302-21, ran into the unattended truck bearing registration number GB 8896-21 and the brand inscription “Everpure.” The driver and at least five passengers lost their […] The post Six
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has officially inaugurated an ultra-modern office built by the Ghana Employers’ Association (GEA) in Accra. The President commended the association for playing a pivotal role and collaborating with government to dialogue and make vital inputs into post COVID-19 programme for economic growth. He said GEA’s unflinching support also played a […] The post
In a significant development in the mining industry, Nana Kwamina Bentum II, Chief of Salman in the Nzema East Municipal Assembly of the Western Region, publicly apologized to gold mining company Adamus Resources Limited for false allegations made by a family member. The apology, reported on December 20, 2023, follows a press conference held by […] The post
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