Kwame Jantuah, a member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP) and a private legal practitioner, has expressed discontent about the selective application of the prosecutorial powers of the Attorney-General on issues of public officials causing financial loss to the state, citing the botched national cathedral project. Lawyer Jantuah questioned the …
Read More »IMF Board to approve $360m third tranche by end of June
Ghana’s second review programme for a third tranche of US$360 million is expected to go before the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) by the end of June 2024. This is to see to the approval and disbursement of additional funds under the country’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) …
Read More »Mahama outlines over 20 plans for arts and tourism ahead of 2024 election
The Presidential Candidate for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dramani Mahama, has highlighted some of the policies he intends to implement for the creative economy if he wins the 2024 election. At a policy dialogue with the creative arts industry stakeholders held at the AH Hotel in Accra on Friday, …
Read More »Akyem Asuom: Tension as chiefs demand immediate transfer of Police Commander
Tension is mounting at Akyem Asuom in the Kwaebibirem Municipality of the Eastern region. he chiefs are demanding the immediate transfer of the Akyem Asuom Police Commander, Superintendent Abanga Stephen, over alleged involvement in illegal activities. The Krontihene of Akyem Asuom, Nana Boadi Amponim Abodade III, accused Superintendent Abanga of …
Read More »Bawumia’s running mate will be announced by end of June – Nana Akomea
The Vice Chairman of the Bawumia Campaign Team, Nana Akomea, has revealed that the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia will submit a name to the party’s National Council for consideration as his running mate by the end of June. His announcement comes amid widespread speculation …
Read More »Gomoa bridge collapse: Farmer almost in tears as he counts losses
Samuel Opoku, a fish farmer at Gomoa Mampong has been left reeling from a devastating setback following the collapse of the bridge Ayensu River Bridge on the Accra-Winneba Highway. Mr Opoku’s fish ponds, spanning several hectares have been flooded, washing away months of hard work and investment. The aggrieved farmer …
Read More »Accident: Damage to Tema Mpakadan train valued at over $2m – Prosecution to Court
The prosecution in the Tema Mpakadan train accident has told the court repairing the train will cost over $2 million. According to the prosecution, the manufacturers of the train examined the damage caused to the train and the damage is valued at $2,138,466.86. Four more persons were arraigned at the …
Read More »AG-Jakpa tape: There’s no basis to allow inquiry into Attorney General’s conduct – Judge
An Accra High Court says the demand for an inquiry into the Attorney General’s conduct in the ongoing Ambulance case has no basis. This forms part of four separate rulings by the court today, Thursday, June 6. This follows numerous applications filed by the first accused person and the third …
Read More »A crate of eggs to sell at GHS 70–75 soon – Poultry farmer
Following the recent hike in food prices in Ghana amid the harsh economic challenges the country is facing, poultry farmers have warned Ghanaians about a significant increase in price of eggs. During an interview Joseph Boakye Yiadom attributed the price surge to what he describes as an increase in production input. …
Read More »VIP passenger slumps to death while crossing road to urinate
A passenger on board a Kumasi-bound VIP bus with registration number AC 1489-22 has reportedly slumped and died while crossing the road to urinate. MyNewsGh reported the incident occurred between Atwedie and Juaso on the Accra-Kumasi Highway on Wednesday morning. The deceased believed to be in his 40s according to …
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