The unauthorised sale of goods to new students enrolled in the Ghana Senior High School (GHANASS) in Koforidua, the Eastern Regional Capital, has been brought to the attention of the Ghana Education Service (GES). This was stated in a letter from the Eastern Regional Director for Education, Ivy Asantewa Owusu, …
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Sack GRA boss now, he is over aged – Group to Akufo-Addo
Concerned Citizens of Ghana, a group of Ghanaians, are demanding the immediate removal of Mrs. Julian Essiam, a revenue generation officer, and Rev. Dr. Ammish-Addai Owusu-Amoah, the commissioner general of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), from their positions. They allege that they are doing so illegally. At a press conference …
Read More »“If you have survived this economy since 2018, then you are a successful global case study” – Mahama
Thousands of skilled workers in the financial sector have become unemployed and impoverished due to the government’s banking sector clean-up, according to former President John Mahama. Mr. Mahama stated that the 24-hour economy is a game for the Ghanaian economy while speaking at the 9th Ghana CEO Network Business Cocktail …
Read More »Convict those responsible for the 2020 election-related murders – NDC to Akufo-Addo
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has urged President Akufo-Addo to allay his concerns in advance of the 2024 election by bringing charges against those responsible for the killing of eight citizens during the 2020 election. According to a statement released by the NDC’s director of communications, Kakra Essamuah, the party …
Read More »“Undoubtedly, the economic catastrophe we face is self-inflicted and caused by this gov’t” – Mahama
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, has stated that the current government is to blame for the economic difficulties facing Ghanaians. The former president claimed during his speech at the 9th Ghana CEO Network Business Cocktail that his 24-hour economy policy will provide relief to the aggrieved …
Read More »‘Ghana Beyond Aid’ plan has turned Ghana into a beggar nation – Mahama jabs Akufo-Addo
The Akufo-Addo-Bawumia-led government has come under fire from former president John Dramani Mahama for abandoning the 40-year national development plan and enacting the Ghana Beyond Aid agenda, which he claims has turned Ghana into a “beggar nation.” Mahama stated that the Ghana Beyond Aid policy has not been successful during …
Read More »Asenso-Boakye pledges Ghana’s backing for global climate change initiatives
The Minister of Works and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, has reaffirmed the country’s commitment to international initiatives that seek to decarbonize the building and construction industry in an effort to combat climate change and its effects on people’s lives, communities, and livelihoods. At the second Ministerial Meeting on Urbanization and Climate …
Read More »Oforikrom residents demonstrate against bad roads in community
Numerous residents of the nearby communities in the Oforikrom Municipality, including Boadi, Emena, Apemso, Appiadu, Kokoben, Kotei, Deduako, and others, have flocked to the streets in protest of the inadequate road system in the enclave. The area’s irate citizens bemoan the fact that getting around is difficult due to the …
Read More »Bagbin promises to pass Anti-LGBTQ+ bill before Parliament goes on Christmas break
Before the House adjourns for the Christmas holiday, Speaker of the House Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin predicts that the anti-LGBTQ bill will be passed. He claims that the bill is supported by both the majority and minority parties in parliament. Speaking on Thursday, December 7, on the floor of Parliament, …
Read More »You cannot impose import restrictions – IMF to gov’t
The Ghanaian government has been informed by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) that it is not permitted to impose or increase import restrictions for the purpose of maintaining a balance of payments. This is a commitment made in the IMF bailout package to provide Ghana with about $3 billion in …
Read More »Parliament approves 2024 budget after headcount
The 2024 budget was ultimately approved by Parliament in spite of strong opposition from the Minority. Following the headcount, 138 votes were cast in the majority caucus and 136 in the minority caucus. Following the conclusion of the debate on Wednesday, November 29, Speaker of the House Alban Bagbin called …
Read More »Family of the late Lawyer Anthony Akoto Ampaw calls on Speaker of Parliament
Lawyer Anthony Akoto Ampaw, who passed away, was a fervent supporter of accountability, openness, and sound governance. His influence on the legal history of our nation will never be forgotten, as he was committed to advancing social justice and inclusive development. Adorably referred to as “Sheey Sheey,” he was a …
Read More »Present the Barari DV lithium agreement to Parliament – Minority to government
The Minority in Parliament is requesting that the government present the specifics of the lithium mining agreement with Barari DV to the house for review and approval. The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) and former Chief Justice Sophia Akufo, among other influential parties, have denounced the contract as colonial and …
Read More »A 30-year-old man at Buokrom was electrocuted after scaling a high tension pole to look for crow eggs
At Buokrom in the Ashanti Region’s Kumasi Metropolis, a man in his mid-30s is thought to have been electrocuted after scaling a high tension pole in search of crow eggs. The victim, known only as Sena, apparently passed away after making contact with an active wire on the high tension …
Read More »Joint Business Consultative Forum meets Subsidiary Legislation Committee over restriction L.I
Members of the Subsidiary Legislation Committee of Parliament were addressed by a Joint Business Forum, which includes importers of rice, cars, and freight forwarders, among other businesses, to voice opposition to the Legislative Instrument (L.I.) that aims to limit the entry of approximately 22 specific items into the nation. The …
Read More »NPP sets new date for parliamentary primaries
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) National Council has decided to move the January 20, 2024, date of the parliamentary primaries in constituencies where incumbent members of parliament are present to January 27, 2024. This choice was made subsequent to the National Executive Council’s Wednesday, December 6, 2023, meeting. At a …
Read More »Gov’t suspends L.I to ban yemuade3, other restricted items
The Export and Import Regulations 2023 Bill has encountered strong opposition, so the government has decided to halt its planned implementation. The purpose of the Legislative Instrument is to limit the importation of 22 specific strategic goods, including rice, poultry, animal and vegetable oil, margarine, and fruit juices. The remaining …
Read More »Pressure mounts on CPP as all national executives resign
The Convention People’s Party (CPP) national executive council (NEC) has unanimously voted to remove all of its national executives from office. The party demanded the resignation or dismissal of all national executives at a meeting held in Kumasi, the regional capital of the Ashanti people. Widespread discontent with the leadership’s …
Read More »Sampa is under the administrative jurisdiction of Asantehene – Subin MP ‘schools’ Jaman North MP
After Hon. Frederick Ahenkwah, the MP for Jaman North constituency, made a statement on the floor of parliament regarding chaos in Sampa, Hon. Eugene Boakye Antwi, the MP for Subin constituency, was forced to correct the record on chieftaincy issues in Sampa. Hon. Eugene Boakye Antwi addressed a misrepresented history …
Read More »Afari Military Hospital to be completed in March 2024
Afari Military Hospital in the Ashanti Region has 500 beds. The government has set a deadline of March 2024 for its completion and operationalization. This is a significant development as contractors are starting work again after receiving funding from the government. The 500-bed Afari Military Hospital will relieve some of …
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