Former President, John Mahama has pledged to address corruption allegations impartially if he returns to office. He emphasized that he would not shield any offenders from investigation, including his own appointees. During a conference with journalists on Sunday, the NDC flagbearer highlighted that his approach to governance has evolved, and …
Read More »VRA prepares for potential Akosombo Dam spillage, engages stakeholders
The Volta River Authority (VRA) has hinted at plans to engage relevant stakeholders regarding the potential controlled spillage of excess water from the Akosombo Dam. This precautionary measure aims to maintain the structural integrity of the dam and ensure the safety of surrounding communities. In a notice signed by VRA’s …
Read More »Lady nabbed while attempting to steal GH¢40k from mobile money vendor
A young lady believed to be in her twenties was caught by some residents of Nkawkaw for attempting to make away with GH¢40,000 she stole from a mobile money vendor. The lady, under the pretext of withdrawing funds, sneakily snatched the money and hid it in her side bag. She …
Read More »Suspend 5% excise tax on finished plastics – NASPAWAP tells gov’t
The National Association of Sachet and Packaged Water Producers (NASPAWAP) has aligned with plastic manufacturers in urging the government to indefinitely suspend the recently imposed 5 per cent excise tax on finished plastics. The association warns that this tax would significantly burden consumers. In a statement, NASPAWAP highlighted the substantial …
Read More »Nobody serving in my gov’t will be allowed to buy state asset – Mahama
The flagbearer of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has announced a stringent new policy in a move to tackle the controversial issue of state asset acquisition by government officials. Speaking to journalists in Accra on Sunday,7 July 2024, Mr. Mahama committed to a zero-tolerance approach, …
Read More »569,095 candidates begin 2024 BECE today
A total of 569,095 candidates are expected to take the weeklong 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) which starts today, July 8. The candidates are expected to write English Language on July 8 and finish with Arabic by Monday, July 15, 2024. The examination would take in 2,123 centres nationwide …
Read More »IGP leaked tape: Speaker gags MPs
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has issued a gag order prohibiting all Members of Parliament from publicly commenting on the IGP leaked tape report. This directive follows disagreements among committee members over the final report. During Thursday’s parliamentary proceedings, the Speaker instructed the parliamentary ad-hoc committee, …
Read More »Kumasi Airport drivers mad at GHS5 entry fee
Scores of drivers and customers visiting the refurbished Kumasi International Airport also known as Agyemang Prempeh I International Airport in the Ashanti Region have expressed frustration over the increased entry fee at the airport terminal. Affected customers have taken to social media to display receipts showing a GHS 5 fee …
Read More »Boycott of Deputy Trade Minister-designate’s vetting regrettable – Majority
The Majority Caucus in Parliament has expressed concern over the Minority Caucus’ decision to boycott the vetting of the Deputy Minister for Trade and Industry designate. The Majority describes the Minority’s absence from the vetting process as regrettable. They emphasized the need for uninterrupted governance, especially given the current national …
Read More »National Cathedral is the epitome of corruption – Okudzeto Ablakwa
Member of Parliament for North Tongu Constituency, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa says the National Cathedral project has epitomised massive corruption and disrespect towards Ghanaians. His comments follow the recent disclosure by the Minister of State at the Finance Ministry, Abena Osei Asare, that an amount of GH¢339 million has been released …
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