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August, 2024

  • 8 August

    Bawumia’s brother fingered in GHS52.2m Sunyani airport deal

    National Communications Officer of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), Sammy Gyamfi, has condemned the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) for awarding profitable contracts to Vice President and flagbearer Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia’s brother through sole-sourcing. Mr. Gyamfi pointed out that despite the NPP’s pledge to curb sole-sourcing contracts, they have allegedly awarded contracts to Dr. Bawumia’s brother’s company, Resource Access Limited, …

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  • 7 August

    Akufo-Addo refused to be interviewed for my book; says I’ve been mean to him – Manasseh

    Investigative journalist and author, Manasseh Azure Awuni has shared the challenges he faced in attempting to interview President Akufo-Addo for his forthcoming book, “The President Ghana Never Got.” The 400-page book documents major events during the 8-year reign of President Akufo-Addo. According to him, he engaged with the President’s cousin, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko to secure an interview with the President, …

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  • 7 August

    I have not had it easy under Akufo-Addo’s administration – Manasseh Azure

    Award-winning Ghanaian broadcast journalist and author, Manasseh Azure Awuni has shared insights into his tumultuous journey as an investigative journalist under the tenure of President Akufo-Addo. This comes amidst his preparation to launch his latest book, “The President Ghana Never Got,” on Thursday, August 8. Mr Awuni recounted the numerous challenges he faced, including threats to his life and the …

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  • 7 August

    NDC and NPP manipulated my sister – Dr Sekou Nkrumah

    Dr Sekou Nkrumah, son of Ghana’s first President, Dr Kwame Nkrumah, claims that his sister, Samia Nkrumah, was manipulated by the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP). Speaking on Joy News PM Express on Tuesday, he explained that Samia returned to Ghana at an inopportune time, lacking familiarity with the country’s political landscape, which allowed the two …

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  • 7 August

    Mahama promises to complete Bolgatanga Airport

    Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Mahama has promised to complete the Bolgatanga Airport project when elected in the December 7 election. The former President has said he believes the airport if completed will ease the long travel hours to parts of the country from the area. “For those of us who have to travel urgently, an emergency …

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  • 7 August

    Avoid photocopying Ghana Cards for transactions

    Ghanaians have been urged to stop institutions from photocopying their Ghana Cards for transactions. Instead, citizens should insist on verification methods prescribed by the National Identification Authority (NIA). This call to action aims to enhance the security of personal data and ensure the integrity of the national identification system as Ghana advances towards a robust digital economy. Caution on identity …

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  • 7 August

    Mahama blames Akufo-Addo for Ghana’s strained ties with Burkina Faso

    The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has pledged that a future NDC government will work to resolve the strained relationship between Ghana and Burkina Faso. Mr Mahama criticized President Akufo-Addo for allegedly damaging the relationship, leading to what he describes as “diplomatic tension” despite the President’s efforts to address the issue. During a media interaction …

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  • 7 August

    Arrest persons behind Agyapadie document – Owusu Bempah to IGP

    The Deputy Director of Communications for the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ernest Owusu Bempah, has called on the Inspector General of Police (IGP) to arrest those responsible for publishing the controversial ‘Agyapadie’ document. He asserts that the document, which has sparked significant controversy, contains falsehoods and is part of a broader agenda to discredit the NPP government. During a …

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  • 7 August

    UK Protests: Why immigrants are being targeted and attacked by protestors

    The ongoing violent protests in the United Kingdom (UK) have left some Ghanaians living in the UK stranded and in disarray, as they are unable to leave their homes due to escalating anti-immigration protests. Kofi Marfo, a UK-based Ghanaian journalist with Rainbow Radio UK, expressed concern over the situation during an interview. “They said they’re law-abiding migrants in this country. …

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  • 7 August

    Why I have relocated my children from London to Ghana – Wontumi explains

    The Ashanti Regional NPP Chairman, Bernard Antwi Boasiako, also known as Chairman Wontumi, has said Ghana offers a more enjoyable lifestyle than London. In an interview, Wontumi said he has moved his children to Ghana due to the country’s pleasant environment and low cost of living. Wontumi asserted, “I always say Ghana is better than London. If I say so, …

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