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President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has asserted that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, will not be given a chance to win the 2024 general elections. He argued that a President who was rejected in his second bid for re-election should not be allowed to return to power. President Akufo-Addo pointed to former Presidents Jerry John Rawlings, …

Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh, running mate to the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has said no President, including Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, has contributed to Ghana’s development significantly as President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. He said President Akufo-Addo’s accomplishments are unmatched and highlighted his transformative leadership and development initiatives during his unveiling in Kumasi on Tuesday. “Since independence from …

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has advised Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), to train his running mate, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh, in preparation for the upcoming elections. Otumfuo stated that if Dr Opoku Prempeh makes mistakes, Dr Bawumia should inform him so that he can offer personal guidance. “Train him, and wherever he …

Three teachers and two invigilators in the Ashanti and Bono Regions have been arrested for attempting to help students answer questions on the first day of the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The incident occurred after several warnings issued by the West African Examination Council and some educationists, advising teachers to refrain from teaching students in the examination halls. …

The Information Minister, Fatimatu Abubakar, has cautioned the media to exercise due diligence and verify every information received before publication to avert plunging the nation into chaos and embarrassment. She cited the recent publication of a Ghanaian chef who organised a press briefing to declare himself as having been recognised by Guinness as the record-holder for cook-a-thon, which was published on …

Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) candidates in the North Tongu District of the Volta Region have been instructed not to wear shoes or belts during their exams. The directive issued by officers from the Ghana Education Service (GES) is to curb examination malpractice. The students were however permitted to wear sandals. At one of the designated examination centers, St. Kizito …

The Social Security and National Investment Trust (SSNIT) has announced that selling 60% of its shares in four hotels to a private investor was the only viable option to restore its financial stability. This decision comes amidst concerns about a change in management and controversies suggesting that SSNIT did not follow due process before opting to sell its shares in these hotels. …

The Accra High Court trying nine persons for High Treason has sentenced six persons, including three soldiers to death by hanging for plotting to overthrow the incumbent government. They are Donya Kafui, Bright Alan Debrah, Johannes Zikpi, Leading Aircraftman (LAC) Ali Solomon, Corporal Sylvester Akankpewon and Warrant Officer Class Two (WOII) Esther Saan DekuwineMeanwhile, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Dr …

A Political Marketing Strategist, Professor Kobby Mensah, has downplayed the relevance of presidential debates ahead of the December 7 election. According to him, debates especially those organised by the Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) have been bastardised and no longer needed. Prof Mensah made this statement amidst calls for a debate between the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and National Democratic Congress …

Former President John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has reiterated his support for the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy, promising enhancements if he is re-elected in the upcoming December 7 elections. Mr Mahama stressed the policy’s role in ensuring equal educational opportunities for all citizens. Speaking to journalists in Accra on Sunday, 7 July …