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$12m Pwalugu dam payment was for mobilization – GIDA

The $12 million that was given to the contractor working on the Pwalugu Multipurpose Irrigation Dam project, according to the Ghana Irrigation Development Authority (GIDA), was only a mobilization payment. The contractor, Messrs Power Construction Corporation of China (POWERCHINA), was to receive payment of US$48.5 million as a mobilization fee …

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“I can run a gov’t with 50 ministers rather than what we are doing today” – Bawumia

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, vice president and flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has denied claims that the Akufo-Addo-led administration has spent recklessly, claiming that money has been wisely used for the long-term sake of the country. In his remarks, Dr. Bawumia emphasized the administration’s dedication to responsible financial management during …

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EC sets December 2 for Special Voting

On December 2, 2024, the Electoral Commission is going to hold a special voting session in advance of the general elections that are set for December 7. Voting ahead of the general election day is possible for a select group of registered voters, such as members of the media and …

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Small Scale Miners demands immediate removal of executives

The Ghana National Association of Small Scale Miners’ members have demanded the prompt resignation of its officials, claiming poor leadership and a disdain for the organization’s well-being. The executives were accused by the members in a statement of operating the association without responsibility or following the constitution since their election …

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Ghana Meteo cautions citizens on flash floods

The public has been alerted by the Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) to the concerning trend of flash floods in the nation and is being urged to pay more attention to the early warning information that the agency releases. Flash floods are large-volume, abrupt local floods that happen quickly within six …

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