Head of Sports at Despite Media, Dan Kweku Yeboah, has stated that Otto Addo has always been a favourite of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and that he is not surprised he has been reappointed to lead the Black Stars. Otto Addo was rehired by the Executive Council of the Ghana Football Association on Friday, […] The post Otto Addo’s return not surprising –
The National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Damongo, Adam Mutawakilu, has attributed Ghana’s power challenges to a lack of generational capacity and liquidity lapses. The government is burdened with an over GH¢2.3 billion debt owed to Independent Power Producers in Ghana (IPPs), with regular power cuts that have had Ghanaians agitated. Speaking on The […] The post Dumsor:
Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam has expressed confidence in fostering a closer partnership with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to bolster Ghana’s economic resilience and expedite sustainable and inclusive growth. According to Amin Adam, this collaboration with the IMF will pave the way for a more prosperous future for all Ghanaians. Dr. Adam’s remarks […] The post Collaborative
The African Union has issued a firm warning against military coups across the continent, emphasizing the need to uphold peace and democracy to foster development. Ahead of the 2nd AU Reflection Forum on Unconstitutional Changes of Government scheduled for March 18, 2024, Bankole Adeoye, the African Union’s Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, underscored the […] The post Military
Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC) has assured that the current internet disruptions will not compromise the integrity of the 2024 general elections. The assurance comes amid concerns raised due to recent cuts in undersea fibre optic cables, which have significantly impacted mobile network operations since March 14, leading to widespread internet outages across the nation. In […] The post Internet
Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu, has announced his intention to involve the Ghana Police Service (GPS) in the scandal surrounding Rev Victor Kusi Boateng. Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey, the Minister for Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, clarified in parliament on Friday that Rev Victor Kusi Boateng, who is officially recorded […] The post I’ll
Government spokesperson on governance and security, Palgrave Boakye-Danquah, has appealed to Ghanaians for patience as the administration addresses the ongoing power supply challenges. In recent months, Ghana has grappled with a significant power crisis, resulting in widespread outages across various regions, eliciting frustrations among citizens. Amidst calls for a structured load-shedding schedule to facilitate daily […] The post Dumsor:
The Executive Director of the Institute for Energy Security (IES), Nana Amoasi VII, has urged the government to prioritize investments in renewable energy sources such as solar and wind amidst the ongoing power crisis. The inconsistent power supply, particularly in the capital city of Accra, has been causing disruptions in daily life for businesses and […] The post Dumsor:
The Director-General of the Ghana AIDS Commission has expressed grave concerns over the delays in clearing essential healthcare medications, including crucial anti-retroviral drugs (ARVs), at the ports. Three containers containing HIV ARVs have been stranded at the ports since June 2023, posing a significant risk of a potential spread of the virus. In an interview […] The post AIDS
Kwaku Kwarteng, the Chairman of the Finance Committee of Parliament, has disagreed with government machinery that Ghana’s economic woes are largely to blame on global events such as the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war. The Obuasi West MP said reckless public spending and economic mismanagement of past and present governments are also major contributing […] The post Reckless
Dr. Kyeremeh Atuahene, the Director-General of the Ghana AIDS Commission, has expressed optimism regarding the clearance of anti-retroviral drugs that have been held at the port since July 2023. He revealed that the Ministry of Health has provided assurances regarding the imminent resolution of this issue. However, Dr. Atuahene highlighted concerns over the potential repercussions […] The post We’ve
Environmental Health Officers who have remained jobless since 2021 have threatened to stage a protest unless the government grants them financial clearance for them to be employed. Despite completing their one-year mandatory national service, these officers say they have encountered a deadlock in their attempts to secure postings from the Ministry of Sanitation and Water […] The post Jobless
Former Ghana Midfielder, Otto Addo, has expressed his delight at being appointed as the head coach of the Black Stars, describing it as a tremendous honor. The 48-year-old will make his return to manage the senior national team after stepping down following Ghana’s exit from the 2022 FIFA World Cup. According to the Ghana Football […] The post It’s
Members of Parliament are demanding the summoning of the Minister for Communications and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful to brief the House on Monday, March 18, 2024, on the disruption in mobile network services across the country. The National Communications Authority (NCA) alerted the public on Thursday March 14, 2024, about multiple undersea cable disruptions that had […] The post MPs
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged to establish a $50 million fund to strengthen Ghana’s rapidly growing financial technology (fintech) industry if he becomes president in 2025. With over 70 fintech companies in the country, many of them being start-ups, Mr Mahama emphasised the importance of strategically positioning […] The post I’ll
The Minority in Parliament is calling on the government to urgently intervene to prevent the disconnection of power to 91 hospitals in the country. The Electricity Company of Ghana has threatened to disconnect the power supply to these hospitals due to their outstanding debts amounting to 261 million Ghana Cedis. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Ranking […] The post Minority
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Joseph Boahene Aidoo, is predicting tough times for the country’s cocoa sector. Mr. Aidoo expressed concerns that shifting weather patterns could lead to significant losses in cocoa yield, potentially amounting to thousands of metric tons. He bemoaned the impact of extreme weather conditions on Ghana’s […] The post Extreme
The Economic and Organized Crime Office (EOCO) has arrested four people allegedly involved in a “sophisticated mobile money and SIM swap fraud scheme.” EOCO has put the four accused, including a female, before an Accra Circuit Court for their actions, which have led to the loss of GHC113,947.57 cedis belonging to one of Ghana’s largest […] The post EOCO
The National Food Suppliers Association says it will soon issue an ultimatum to the government over unpaid arrears spanning over a year. In August 2023, members of the association staged a protest at the National Food Buffer Stock Company’s premises, seeking payment of approximately GH¢200 million owed to them for the year 2022. The spokesperson […] The post National
The Ghana Airports Company Limited (GACL) has suspended its proposed $20 round-trip passenger fee following parliamentary scrutiny. Parliament, on Wednesday, March 13th summoned the Minister of Transport, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah, to address concerns regarding the fee’s legality. This action stemmed from objections raised by the Minority Caucus, who argued that the GACL lacked the authority […] The post GACL
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