The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has opened nominations for its parliamentary primaries in all constituencies with sitting Members of Parliament (MPs). The nominations are expected to be opened from today December 20 to December 23. Some constituencies including Dome Kwabenya, Bantama, Ayawaso Central and Nsawam Adoagyiri are expected to be of interest considering the […] The post NPP
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) will, on Wednesday, December 20, open nominations for individuals seeking to represent the party in constituencies with sitting Members of Parliament. The party has scheduled January 27, 2024, as the date for parliamentary primaries in constituencies with sitting MPs. Speaking to Citi News, Deputy General Secretary of the NPP, […] The post NPP
The National Ambulance Service has decried the insufficient fuel supply, coupled with frequent fluctuations in fuel prices, affecting the smooth delivery of its service. The Ambulance Service is appealing to the government to consider providing a dedicated source of funding to enable the effective delivery of its service. The institution made this known to the […] The post Ambulance
The Ranking Member on the Health Committee of Parliament, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has disclosed that 91 out of the 307 ambulances imported and commissioned by the Nana Akufo-Addo in 2020 are not operational. According to him, whereas about 79 have completely broken down, 12 others have been involved in accidents and are thus not in […] The post 91 out of 307
To address the long-standing issues of demurrage and detention (D&D) faced by the shipping community, an exigent call has been made for a continuous conversation on the subject geared towards a plausible solution. “As a priority, feasible measures are required to reduce demurrage and detention (D&D) payments at the country’s ports”, the Tema Branch Manager […] The post Reducing
The National Film Authority is intensifying its drive to boost Ghanaian films with Ghana Cinema Week. Launched to celebrate Ghanaian cinema and reignite the love for going to the movies, the event drew crowds of movie enthusiasts, producers, and directors to the Silverbird Cinema. Speaking to Citi News, Kofi Adinkra, the Head of Business Development […] The post National Film
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has urged the national executives of the party to work tirelessly to ensure the party wins the 2024 elections. Congratulating the party’s national leadership on its first anniversary, the former president commended the leadership’s commitment to the party’s development so far and urged for greater […] The post We
Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, has reminded the Ashanti regional youth wing of the NPP of the crucial role they have to play as the youth wing of the party’s stronghold in its quest to ‘break the 8’. Speaking at the Mega Ashanti Regional Youth Conference on Saturday, 16th December 2023, at the Prempeh […] The post NAPO energises NPP Ashanti youth ahead
Accra Hearts of Oak Sporting Club came close to breaking a three-game winless streak but conceded a late equalizer in a disappointing manner, missing the opportunity to secure three points. The Rainbow Club ended with a 1-1 draw against Nations FC at the Dr. Kwame Kyei Sports Complex after securing a 1-0 lead in the […] The post Hearts
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has stated that the Electoral Commission (EC) must assure Ghanaians that its 3pm end of polls proposal for the 2024 elections will not disenfranchise voters. The EC earlier justified the decision to shift the closing time of voting from 5:00 pm to 3:00 pm during the upcoming election. The EC […] The post 3pm end of polls
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) has pledged substantial support for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in the coming year. The Deputy Chief Executive Officer in charge of Finance and Operations at the Ghana Export Promotion Authority, Samuel Dentu, indicated that the Association is committed to driving the continuous development of Made-in-Ghana products and services […] The post GEPA
The national youth organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Salam Mustapha, has made a strong case for why the NPP is the best choice for Ghana’s youth. According to the NPP executive, the party not only takes care of its youth but also provides opportunities for all Ghanaians. He made this known in a […] The post NPP is the best choice for the youth – Salam Mustapha
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), has assured industry of its commitment to ensuring a level playing field for all stakeholders involved in various industries throughout the country. This promise, the GSA indicated, forms part of ongoing efforts to promote fairness, transparency and market competitiveness. Director-General-Ghana Standards Authority, Alexander Dodoo, made these remarks at the 12th […] The post
A Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) has petitioned President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, urging him to annul the recently enacted “Environmental Protection (Mining in Forest Reserves) Regulations, 2022 (L.I.2462).” The 22 coalitions argue that the regulation infringes upon constitutional provisions, jeopardising Ghana’s commitment to forest protection and climate change mitigation. The group’s petition, dated […] The post Criminalise
Amma Busia, the former first vice-chair of the New Patriotic Party and sister of the late Kofi Abrefa Busia, who served as Ghana’s prime minister in the Second Republic, has passed away. Madam Amma Busia, who until her death was a member of the NPP’s Council of Elders, is said to have died today (Tuesday […] The post Amma Busia, member of NPP’s Council of Elders dead
The Ghana Tourism Authority has officially partnered with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Askof Productions Limited, Afua Asantewaa Aduonum in her attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the longest singing marathon. In a statement which was forwarded exclusively to GhanaWeekend, the GTA said that in unison with the partnership, the venue for […] The post GTA
In collaboration with the French Embassy, the National Paralympic Committee of Ghana (NPC-Ghana) orchestrated a national para-powerlifting competition, featuring 30 para-powerlifters from five regions of Ghana, namely Ashanti, Bono, Central, Greater Accra, and Western. The event, held on December 6, 2023, at the African Paralympic Committee North Region office in Accra, was a commemoration of […] The post NPC-Ghana
Supporters of Kennedy Agyapong, the recently defeated New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential aspirant, are calling for him to run as an independent candidate in the 2024 elections. This comes after Mr Agyapong lost the NPP’s presidential primary to Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia. Kwabena Yankey, the group’s chairperson addressing a press conference on Tuesday, cited […] The post Contest
The Executive Secretary of the National Media Commission, George Sarpong, says his outfit may pardon any of the 12 stations cited for various infractions if they express remorse and stop airing unethical content. Asomafo TV, Adwenpa TV, Diamond TV, Nkabom TV and eight others were given a final warning by the National Media Commission and […] The post Inappropriate
Eunice Lasi, the New Patriotic Party’s former parliamentary candidate for the Sege Constituency, has left the party and officially declared her intention to contest the Sege seat as an independent candidate in the 2024 elections. She has also instructed her supporters to deface all her posters that have NPP backgrounds. Madam Eunice Lasi disclosed her […] The post NPP’s
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