Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has criticized his rival, John Dramani Mahama, for what he calls an antiquated strategy for economic expansion. He suggests that the NDC flagbearer’s resistance to digitalization renders him unsuited to lead in a technologically advanced world. On Sunday, …
Read More »Bawumia promises to implement ‘Buy Ghana First’ policy
The ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) presidential candidate, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, has declared intentions to implement a “Buy Ghana First” program to encourage regional economic development. He pointed out that if this strategy is implemented effectively, it will give young Ghanaians job prospects. He claims that the policy will guarantee …
Read More »CLOGSAG threatens to strike on November 7
A nationwide strike has been declared by the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) to begin on November 7 in response to the government’s tardiness in establishing a new pay scale. Assuming the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) would miss the deadline of October 31 to …
Read More »Ballot printing processes are so transparent, we cannot print excess ballots – EC
Claims that excessive ballots are being printed for the next general elections have been rejected by the Electoral Commission (EC). Samuel Tettey, the EC’s Deputy Chairman of Operations, stated that the commission has taken notice of the claim that more ballots were being printed. His comments come after the National …
Read More »“Akufo-Addo knows that I am coming back to the Jubilee House” – Mahama
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo may be preparing for an NPP defeat in the December 7 elections, according to John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), indicating a growing acceptance of the ruling party’s deteriorating chances. Speaking to supporters on Monday, November 4, 2024, …
Read More »Let’s stop ‘the militarization of our elections’ – Mahama tells government
Former President John Mahama has demanded a halt to what he refers to as “the militarization of our elections,” in which security personnel and armed military personnel are stationed at collation centers and polling stations. He claimed that in order to keep the nation’s election process sane, the practice needed …
Read More »Bawumia storms Ashanti Region with 15-day campaign tour
At Ntobroso in the Atwima Mponua Constituency, Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia, the presidential candidate for the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), had a warm reception to start his 15-day tour of the Ashanti Region. To show their steadfast support for the NPP, thousands of fervent party members flocked to see Dr. …
Read More »Burkinabe sentenced to life in prison for murdering German wife and daughter
The High Court in Accra convicted 47-year-old Burkinabe Boigouna Aloys guilty of murdering his German wife and their daughter in Kokrobitey, Accra, and sentenced him to life in prison. Following a lengthy trial, a seven-member jury unanimously found him guilty on two counts of murder, leading to his conviction. Sensing …
Read More »“In the digital age, safeguarding your identity is crucial” – MTN’s Chief Information Officer
“In the digital age, safeguarding your identity is crucial,” MTN’s Chief Information Officer, Mr. Bernard Acquah advises customers. On Monday, MTN Ghana, one of the leading telecom companies, held a cybersecurity awareness seminar at its Ridge headquarters in Accra. The workshop, with the theme “Living with Security,” emphasized MTN’s continuous …
Read More »East Mamprusi Municipal leads in child marriage in Ghana – UNFPA report
According to the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), the East Mamprusi Municipality has the highest rate of child marriage in Ghana, which is 19 percent. Compared to 1983, when the incidence of child marriage in Ghana reached 39 percent, the current figure of 19 percent represents a decline. With Niger …
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