The founder and president of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe has questioned President Akufo-Addo’s decision to extend the contract of the Auditor-General, Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu. This comes on the back of a notice dated June 19, from the Audit Service congratulating Mr. Asiedu on his two-year extension. This move has generated wide speculation, as Johnson Akuamoah […] The post Extension
A month after making NFL giant, Jeremiah Owusu as brand ambassador, leading Ghanaian-made luxury watch brand, Caveman Watches, has announced celebrated actress, entrepreneur and media personality, Joselyn Dumas as a brand Ambassador. According to the founder and CEO of Caveman Watches Anthony Mensah Dzamefe, Miss Dumas’ multifaceted career, elegance, charisma, influential presence in the entertainment […] The post Joselyn
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has threatened to embark on a demonstration if the government fails to clear all the containers of essential medical supplies locked up at the Tema Port. This follows a two-week ultimatum given by the Health Minister to officers to clear the consignment donated to Ghana by the Global Fund. The […] The post Minority threatens
The Chief Executive of Lynx Entertainment Richie Mensah has shed light on his decision to focus on the business side of music. Speaking in an exclusive interview on the Citi Business Festival On-air series on the topic ‘The Music Business” Richie Mensah explained: “I was always in the business of music. I started by opening […] The post I had to take
A bulk carrier sank days after an attack by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who are believed to have killed one mariner on board, authorities said early Wednesday. It was the second ship sunk in the rebels’ campaign targeting Red Sea shipping. The sinking of the Tutor marks what appears to be a new escalation by the […] The post Ship attacked by Yemen’s
The Member of Parliament for North Tongu and convener of the ‘Hands off our Hotels’ demonstration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has disclosed that a second part of the protest will be held in the Central Region. Ablakwa on Tuesday, June 18, led protesters to demand that the government halt the sale of 60 percent shares in […] The post Ablakwa announces second
Ace Music Producer and CEO of Lynx Entertainment, Richie Mensah has expressed concern over the lack of collaboration within the local music industry, identifying it as a major obstacle to its growth. Richie Mensah believes this fragmentation has delayed the industry’s ability to keep pace with global music dynamics. Speaking on the Citi Business Festival […] The post Citi
At least 34 people have died after consuming toxic bootleg alcohol in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, officials said. The incident took place in Kallakuruchi district where several residents fell ill after consuming the liquor on Tuesday night. At least 80 people are being treated in hospitals for illnesses such as excessive diarrhoea […] The post At least 34 dead
The National Organiser of the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) Henry Nana Boakye otherwise known as Nana B, has boldly declared that Alhaji Hanan Abdul Wahab, the party’s parliamentary candidate for Pusiga constituency, is poised to win the Pusiga seat for the party. This assertion by the NPP’s National Organiser is based on the numerous […] The post Election
The Ministry of Works and Housing is poised to receive bids from private sector entities eager to take on the redevelopment of the long-stalled Saglemi Housing Project. This crucial step comes as the deadline for the submission of proposals approaches, signaling a new chapter in the effort to complete this significant housing initiative. With 10 […] The post Bids for Saglemi
Auditor-General Johnson Akuamoah Asiedu will spend two more years in office as his contract has been extended by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo. Mr. Asiedu was due for statutory retirement on August 1, 2024. A notice dated June 19 from the Audit Service congratulated Mr. Asiedu on the extension. “I wish to bring to the information […] The post Akufo-Addo extends Auditor-General’s
The Member of Parliament for Lower Manya Krobo, Ebenezer Oklitey Teye Larbi, has expressed concern over what he deems a lack of commitment by members of the Majority Caucus of Parliament to the business of the House. The MP bemoans that most members of the Majority Caucus in Parliament have abandoned business in favour of […] The post Minority slams
Dr. Nii Moi Thompson, a renowned economist, has warned that Ghana’s revenue deficit is likely to deteriorate further as the country implements the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) programme, painting a bleak outlook for the nation’s fiscal health. Ghana is expected to get approval for its third tranche of $360m when the IMF Executive Board meet […] The post Ghana’s
Bryan Acheampong, Minister of Food and Agriculture and owner of Rock City Hotel, has affirmed the hotel’s strong financial standing and ability to purchase the 60 percent shares of SSNIT in four hotels. The statement was made following allegations by Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, MP for North Tongu, regarding the hotel’s profitability. The hotels in question […] The post Rock
Private laboratory facilities are cashing in as patients have to pay extra for lab services due to the strike by the Medical Laboratory Professional Workers Union (MELPWU), which is putting a strain on major public health facilities in the Ashanti Region. Patients are lamenting the high prices of accessing laboratory services as the third day […] The post MELPWU
Professor Joshua Alabi, the campaign manager for the National Democratic Congress (NDC) flagbearer, John Mahama, says the failure of the Akufo-Addo government makes the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia less of a threat to the NDC’s victory in the upcoming general elections. Professor Alabi argues that the economic theories of Vice President […] The post Election
Dr. Nii Moi Thompson, a renowned economist, is advocating for a restructuring of the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD). He suggests that COCOBOD’s direct involvement with cocoa farmers should be discontinued, allowing farmers to independently seek out markets to sell their cocoa beans, thereby promoting greater autonomy and profitability for the farmers. In an interview on […] The post Empower
Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama has weighed in on the debate over whether obtaining a Dutch passport is better than a PhD in Ghana, attributing widespread despair among citizens to the economic hardship caused by the current government. He emphasised that such a debate should not be allowed to persist, […] The post Mahama
The World Bank has downgraded Ghana’s Audit Service performance from a “C” to a “D” grade, citing deficiencies in its independence compared to international standards. The assessment, conducted to evaluate the Supreme Audit Institution’s independence, scored Ghana 6.5 out of 10, indicating moderate independence. The score marks a decline from Ghana’s previous rating of 8.0-8.5 […] The post World
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