The Ministry of Finance has announced key appointments to leadership positions within the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). Among the notable appointments is Ms. Julie Essiam, who now assumes the role of Commissioner-General, leading the charge in steering the GRA’s strategic direction. Additionally, Mr. Edward Apenteng Gyamerah has been named the Commissioner for the Domestic Tax […] The post Leadership

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has terminated the appointment of the Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) Dr. John Ofori Tenkorang. Dr. Tenkorang has been instructed to hand over his duties to Kofi Bosompem Osafo-Maafo by Monday, April 15. “Reference is made to your appointment letter dated 1st July 2019, issued […] The post Akufo-Addo sacks SSNIT

Africa World Airlines (AWA) has initiated a strategic move to deepen collaboration with Citi FM and Citi TV by paying a courtesy call on the management of the media organization. The visiting delegation from AWA included key officials such as the Managing Director, Andy Zhang, Head of Commercial, Jonathan Kofi Appiah, Brand and Marketing Manager, […] The post Africa

The National Democratic Congress has accused the Electoral Commission (EC) of being evasive regarding the alleged disappearance of Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs), despite the EC’s denial of any missing devices. Johnson Aseidu Nketiah, the National Chairman of the NDC, suggested that the devices are intentionally being withheld by someone within the system, contrary to the […] The post EC

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The 13-year-old girl married to the 63-year-old Gborbu Wulomo is expected to be returned to her biological parents on Friday, April 12, 2024, according to Child Rights International (CRI). There was a public uproar when the marriage ceremony between Ga priest, Nuumo Borketey Laweh XXXIII, also known as Gborbu Wulomo, and Naa Okromo went viral. […] The post Underage

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has opened nominations in two Constituencies for Parliamentary Primaries ahead of the December 7 elections. The NPP’s National Executive Committee, in its meeting on April 9, 2024, announced the opening of nominations for parliamentary primaries in two constituencies: Akan and La Dadekotopon. The decision follows the resignation of Dr. Joseph […] The post NPP

The Ministry of Health (MoH) has assured its stakeholders and the public that significant progress has been made in clearing the remaining 182 out of 435 containers at the Tema Port, holding antiretrovirals, Tuberculosis (TB) and malaria medicines by Friday, 12th April 2024. “We wish to re-assure our stakeholders and the general public that the […] The post Efforts

The Ghana Bar Association has acknowledged the significant challenge of combatting corruption within the judiciary, particularly in the face of persistent attempts by influential individuals to bribe judges. This statement follows the recent pledge by Chief Justice Her Ladyship Gertrude Torkonoo to root out corruption within the judicial system. Despite her commitment, the Ghana Bar […] The post Collective

Dr. Joseph Obeng, the President of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), has backed the 24-hour economy policy proposed by the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, John Dramani Mahama. He emphasized the need to enhance the existing policy, stating that although it is currently in practice, there is room for improvement. During a […] The post GUTA President

Popular Ghanaian comedian Funny Face has been granted bail after a near-fatal accident in Kasoa. The incident occurred on Sunday, March 24 2023, around 8 pm. Reports claim Funny Face’s car struck several pedestrians at Kasoa’s Kakraba Junction injuring three people in the process. Following the accident, Funny Face was arrested and held in police […] The post Funny Face granted GH120K

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a reduction in power supply to its Mobile Bulk Supply Point in the Tema region, resulting in widespread power outages across various areas. Communities affected by these outages include Afienya, The Quarries, Christian International School, and Otsebreku. Additionally, establishments such as the Ghanaman Soccer Academy, Hot Oven, […] The post ECG

The Department of Parks and Gardens has issued a stern warning to private developers encroaching on their land. The department has threatened to demolish all illegal structures on their lands. This action follows a recent Citi News report on land encroachment in the Upper West region, where a fuel station has been erected on the […] The post Parks and Gardens to demolish illegal

The Ghana Epidemic Preparedness Financing Advocacy has urged the government to create and implement a domestic financing strategy for health emergency readiness and response. This plea is based on the essential need to strengthen the country’s Global Health Security capabilities and ensure a quick and effective response to health emergencies. On Tuesday, April 9, Mr […] The post Ghana

Dr. Joseph Obeng, the President of the Ghana Union of Traders Association (GUTA), has commended Dr. John Dramani Mahama, the flagbearer of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), describing him as a humble and receptive leader. Dr. Obeng reminisced about an occasion when Mr. Mahama, serving as Vice President, acted upon a suggestion from the […] The post Mahama

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has given nine listed equities on the local bourse, up to April 30, to submit their audited financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2023, to the Ghana Stock Exchange (GSE). They are Kasapreko Plc; Daakye Trust Plc; E.S.L.A Plc, and Camelot Ghana Plc. The rest are Clydestone […] The post SEC directs nine companies

Minister of Interior, Henry Quartey, has assured that the security services and all relevant stakeholders will ensure free and fair elections in December. Henry Quartey gave the assurance during a working visit to the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare on Monday, April 8, 2024. He assured the Ghana Police Service that the […] The post We’ll

Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has revealed that he cautioned President Akufo-Addo against tampering with the Energy Sector Levy Act (ESLA), expressing concerns that such actions could lead Ghana back into the era of ‘dumsor,’ referring to the country’s previous power crisis. Mahama made this disclosure during a meeting with […] The post Dumsor:

The parents of a Michigan teenager who shot dead four fellow students are due to be sentenced on Tuesday, marking the end of a landmark criminal case. James and Jennifer Crumbley were both found guilty of manslaughter and each face up to 15 years in prison. Jurors found they ignored their son’s mental health needs […] The post James and Jennifer

Osman Abdulai Ayariga, the Deputy National Youth Organiser of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called on the Special Prosecutor to probe all instances of suspected corruption and related offences revealed by The Fourth Estate’s recent investigation into the Scholarship Secretariat’s awarding of scholarships. The Fourth Estate’s investigation found that scholarships were granted to influential […] The post Abdulai