Deputy Minister for Roads and Highways, Stephen Jalulah, says the New Patriotic Party government is not enthused about claiming credit for any project embarked on by the then John Dramani Mahama-led administration. The Deputy Minister says roads constructed by the Akufo-Addo government between 2017 and 2023 are incomparable to those of previous governments. This comes […] The post Deputy
The Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey has called on all actors in Ghana’s elections, Political Parties, Electoral Commission, Security Services and Civil Society Groups to play their respective roles without fear or favour during the upcoming 2024 general elections. Mr Quartey who made these remarks at the 2024 Election Planning Retreat organised by the […] The post Interior
Hajia Abibata Shanni Mahama Zakariah, the main contender to Farouk Aliu Mahama in the parliamentary primary for the Yendi Constituency held on January 27, 2024 does not want to cause trouble for the New Patriotic Party (NPP0 in Yendi even though she expressed disappointment in the decision of the National Executive Council (NEC) of the […] The post Abibata doesn’t want
A political analyst, Dr Jonathan Asante Otchere, has said that it was politically expedient for the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to settle on Farouk Aliu Mahama as the parliamentary candidate for the Yendi. He is however wondering how the party can pacify the supporters of the other parliamentary candidate aspirant Hajia Abibata Shanni Mahama who […] The post NPP
The Kofi Annan International Peacekeeping Training Centre (KAIPTC) in Accra yesterday opened three courses aimed at addressing emerging global trends in peace and security, education and practice. They are Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Peace-building, a newly introduced course; Leadership and Management in Security Organisation and Conflict Analysis and Mediation. ???????????????????????????????????? Running for varying periods, the … The post KAIPTC
The Islamic Charity Centre for Women Orientation (ICCWO), a non-government organisation (NGO) comitted to the empowerment of women, last Sunday wrapped up its series of Ramadan Tafsir (explanation of Qu’ran verses) with a call on women to be steadfast, uphold the virtues of Islam and seek the path of righteousness. An Islamic scholar and leader … The post ICCWO ends 2024 Ramadan
The Executive Director of the Africa Center for Health Policy Research and Analysis, Dr. Thomas Anaba, has disclosed that the locked-up medical supplies donated by the Global Fund have led to a surge in tuberculosis, malaria and HIV/AIDS cases. The supplies which include antiretroviral drugs for HIV/AIDS patients and mosquito nets for pregnant women have […] The post Cases
Edem Agbana, the National Democratic Congress Parliamentary Candidate for Ketu North, has asserted that his youthfulness should not be viewed as a barrier to serving in parliament. Despite his relatively young age, Agbana believes that his extensive political background has equipped him with the necessary skills to effectively carry out parliamentary duties. During an interview […] The post I’m
The by-election in Ejisu Constituency in the Ashanti Region to elect a new Member of Parliament (MP) is slated for April 30 this year. Also, the limited voter registration exercise will commence on May 7 to 27 at all the 268 district offices of the Electoral Commission (EC). The EC announced the dates for the … The post Ejisu Constituency by-election April 30 – EC appeared
The Mahtani family of Accra has presented a cheque for GH¢30,000 to the International Sickle Cell Centre (ISCC), a Non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) in Ghana. The donation done in memory of their late father, Mr Pritam Kundamal Matahni, the first Indian to acquire Ghanaian citizenship, is to support the NGO in its research, education and advocacy … The post Mahtani
The Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC) is pushing for a major revision of the 41-year-old law that established the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC). According to the committee, the Provisional National Defence Council Law (PNDCL) 64, which created GNPC in 1983, no longer fits the realities of Ghana’s thriving upstream sector. In its latest … The post PIAC
A summit aimed at identifying tourism potential and investment opportunities for job creation and economic development in Ghana has been launched. Organised by the David Douglas Leadership Forum (DDLF) in partnership with the Office of the Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II (President of Ga Traditional Council), it is also aimed at exploring the … The post Summit to identify tourism,
Empress Gifty and some gospel heavyweights are set to deliver an unforgettable experience to patrons of The Resurrection Effect Concert (TREC) Reloaded. The event is slated for 4 pm at the National Theatre today. TREC was earlier scheduled to take place at the Living Faith Ministries International, Ashaley Botwe on Monday, April 1, 2024. Unfortunately, due to […] The post All
The Transport Ministry and the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) will meet today, April 10, 2024, to go over ideas for a possible hike in transport fares that are planned for Saturday, April 13, 2024. According to the Transport Operators of Ghana and the Concerned Drivers Association, the proposed fare increase is a reaction […] The post Transport Ministry to meet with GPRTU
A new district housing programme to help address the country’s 1.8 million housing deficit is scheduled to take off this year. This follows conclusion of discussions between the Ministries of Works and Housing and Finance to expand the operations of the National Homeownership Fund for the commencement of the programme. The initiative will develop housing … The post Addressing
In a heartfelt gesture, the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) Deputy Chairperson, Dr. Abu Zein, has extended warm wishes to Muslims around the world on the occasion of Eid Read More... The post IHRC Deputy Chair Wishes Muslims Happy Eid-al-Fitr
At least 38 migrants and refugees, including children, have died after their boat sank off the coast of Djibouti, the United Nations migration agency has said, after their bodies were recovered. The International Organization for Migration (IOM) said in a post on X on Tuesday that at least six others are missing and presumed dead, […] The post 38 dead, including children, as migrant
Foreign Secretary Lord Cameron has met former President Donald Trump in Florida, before heading onto Washington DC for talks. The former PM is in the US for talks with senior government officials about the wars in Gaza and Ukraine. It is not unusual for foreign secretaries to meet opposition candidates during visits abroad. Lord Cameron has […] The post David Cameron meets Donald
A policeman has died in the Mexican city of Zacatelco after being beaten by residents enraged over the murder of a taxi driver. The officer reportedly intervened when locals set upon two men suspected of killing the taxi driver. Several other policemen were also injured by the mob of angry neighbours. Residents of Zacatelco have […] The post Mexican police officer killed while intervening
Russia and China have agreed to discuss ways to deepen their security cooperation in Asia and Europe to counter attempts by the United States to impose its will on the region, Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has said. “For a long time, there was a Euro-Atlantic security structure in the form of NATO … as well […] The post Russia, China to deepen security cooperation in Asia, Europe
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