Trainees of the now-defunct Nation Builders Corps (NABCO) have expressed readiness to thwart any attempt by the government to exploit the NABCO programme for political gains, especially ahead of the 2024 general elections. Despite their efforts, the trainees claim that all attempts to prompt the government to fulfill its payment obligations of the nine-month arrears […] The post We’ll
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo is set to present his final State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament on Tuesday, February 27, 2024. The announcement was made by Read More... The post President Akufo-Addo To Present Last SONA On Feb 27
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) has asked the public to take precautions in their road usage to prevent crashes. This follows the current change in the weather condition pattern across the country, which is often characterized by the blow of dry and dusty winds. The Authority, in a statement issued on Wednesday, said visibility […] The post Take
Some past and current National Service personnel have vehemently opposed the idea of the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, on his plans to make National Service optional. The service personnel have raised concerns that the NPP flagbearer should rather focus on making working conditions better for national service personnel instead […] The post NSS
The Member of Parliament for Dome-Kwabenya, Sarah Adwoa Safo, has expressed concern with the contributions of women or mothers in Ghana’s National Pledge. Adwoa Safo contends that the inclusion of the clause “through the toils of our fathers” in the National Pledge without mentioning mothers underplays the role women played in Ghana’s independence struggle. She […] The post Adwoa
Members of the National Association of Institutional Suppliers say they will proceed with a planned picket over the government’s refusal to pay all arrears owed them. The association, a key player in supplying school uniforms, house dresses, and school clothes to senior high schools across Ghana, is owed two years of arrears by the government. […] The post Suppliers
James Klutse Avedzi The Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of Parliament has ordered the immediate arrest of the Northern Regional Director and Accountant of the National Sports Authority (NSA). The Read More... The post NSA Director Hot Over GH¢ 160k appeared first on
Last November, Ghana’s Ministry of Communications & Digitalisation announced with flourish that it has “facilitated” a “joint venture” between state-owned AT (formerly, AirtelTigo) and “Hannam Investments”, which will result in a transformation of the Ghanaian telecom operator into a world-class operator. The Ministry was at pains to educate Ghanaians about what a big catch Ian […] The post Bright
The National Democratic Party (NDP) is set to organize its National Conference in March to nominate the party’s flagbearer for the 2024 general election. According to party leadership, they are optimistic about electing and forming their regional executives, which would pave the way for the acclamation of the party’s flagbearer. In an interview with Citi […] The post NDP
The National Executive Council (NEC) of Ghana National Chamber of Pharmacy (GNCoP) has appointed Pharm. Audrey Serwaa Bonsu as Chief Executive Officer of GNCoP The appointment took effect from January 23, 2024. By this, she becomes the first female CEO for GNCoP to lead the Chamber’s operations in Ghana. Pharm. Audrey, a seasoned pharmacist with […] The post Audrey
The Minister for Works and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has disclosed that 1,393 people have benefited from the National Rent Assistance Scheme as of December 31, 2023. The system was launched by the Vice President of Ghana and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, in January 2023. The scheme is designed to provide […] The post Over
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to prioritize efforts toward resolving the protracted Bawku conflict if granted another term in office. The Bawku conflict, characterized by ethno-political rivalries between the Kusasis and Mamprusis, has persisted for decades, claiming numerous lives and stifling socio-economic progress in the region. It is […] The post John
Only a week after the 366-meter-long 13,676 TEU Maersk Edirne left the Port of Tema, a similar-sized containership has called the Port. The CMA CGM Scandola Valletta is the second of thirteen vessels of the same class designated for the newly introduced West Africa Express Service (WAX) where Tema is the first port of call. […] The post Transshipment Ambitions Augmented
Ofosu Asamoah The Executive Secretary of the National Labour Commission (NLC), Ofosu Asamoah, has described the ongoing strike by labour unions in the educational sector as ‘unjustified’ and ‘unnecessary’. Read More... The post ‘Your Strike Is Needless’ appeared first on
The Executive Secretary of the National Labour Commission (NLC), Ofosu Asamoah, has lashed out at the labour unions within the educational sector currently on strike, describing their action as ‘unmeritorious’ and ‘needless’. Senior Staff Association of Universities of Ghana, Federation of Universities Senior Staff (FUSSAG), Teachers and Educational Workers Union of Ghana (TEWU) and the […] The post Strike
A historic milestone in the annals of the Port of Tema has been chalked with the arrival of a 13,000+ containership earlier this week at the MPS Terminal 3. The call of the Maersk Edirne marked the commencement of a new express service, making the Port of Tema the first port of call in West […] The post Tema Port Becomes First Port of Call in West Africa appeared first on The
The National Road Safety Authority has begun a process to register road transport service providers as part of its mandate to regulate the road transport sector with a special focus on road transport service providers. Beginning in March 2024, road transport service providers including transport companies, unions, transport departments of all State Agencies, school bus […] The post NRSA
Over the years, deliberate efforts have been made by experts to navigate the waves of transformation in the banking industry to facilitate the identification of emerging trends; improve understanding and appreciation of these trends to advance service delivery and corporate performance; and enhance competitiveness and accelerated growth of the banking industry; while contributing meaningfully to […] The post
With over 60% of Ghana’s population living in rural areas, developing rural education to propel national development should be a reason d’ȇtre. Ghana’s rural development requires critical attention. The usual pittance thrown to rural dwellers particularly during electioneering periods are cardinal sins that political parties must desist from and rather pursue lasting solutions to the […] The post
The Opposition NDC is making a strong push for a public broadcast of presidential election vote collation during general elections. A document titled “NDC Position Paper on Electoral Reforms” lists a litany of changes the party believes could significantly improve the credibility of the polls. Key proposals include an all-year-round voter registration system under which […] The post NDC
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