The Santrofi, Akpafu, Likpe, and Lolobi (SALL) election petitioners have appealed against the decision of the Ho court, which dismissed their suit challenging the validity of the election of John Peter Amewu, the Member of Parliament for Hohoe. The High Court dismissed the petition on Monday, July 29, citing lack of jurisdiction. About 17,000 voters […]

President Akufo-Addo on Wednesday, July 31, launched the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) and commissioned essential equipment at Black Star Square. The event, aimed at enhancing the country’s road networks, marks a pivotal milestone in the government’s ongoing efforts to decentralize development and improve the quality of life for Ghanaians. In his address, President Akufo-Addo […]

The Ghana National Gas Company (Ghana Gas) has announced a shutdown of its Processing Plant and Offshore Gas Export Facilities from Thursday, August 1 for maintenance. The exercise, scheduled to end on Saturday, August 17, aims to enhance the plant’s operational efficiency and ensure uninterrupted gas supply. Ghana Gas, in s a statement on Wednesday, […]

Former CalBank MD Frank Adu Jr has advocated for Ghana to abandon its multi-party system and instead, introduce a two-party system. He made this statement while addressing participants at the Conversation Under the Baobab Tree: ?dade? National Dialogue, themed “So Much Things to Say,” held in Accra on Wednesday. Mr Adu emphasised the necessity for […]

The Minority Caucus in Parliament is seeking information on the prices of road construction equipment under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP). The programme launched on Wednesday, July 31, aims to address road maintenance challenges by collaborating with Metropolitans, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) and equipping them with earth-moving equipment. In a statement signed by […]

The Minority Caucus in Parliament is seeking information on the prices of road construction equipment under the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP). The programme launched on Wednesday, July 31, aims to address road maintenance challenges by collaborating with Metropolitans, Municipal, and District Assemblies (MMDAs) and equipping them with earth-moving equipment. In a statement signed by […]

The Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC) today held its high-level Ghana Club 100 CEOs breakfast meeting where it officially launched the 21st edition of the prestigious Ghana Club 100 Awards. The event, themed “Partnering for Prosperity: Building a Thriving Ghanaian Economy,” brought together C-Suit and top-tier business leaders to discuss strategies for accelerating Ghana’s economic […]

Proponents of the anti-LGBTQ bill have announced plans to demonstrate against the Chief Justice on August 21, 2024, over what they deem as the delay in the processes towards the transmission of the bill to the President. The Supreme Court deferred the ruling on the injunction applications by Dr Amanda Odoi and Broadcast Journalist, Richard […]

Legendary Ghanaian actress, Grace Omaboe, better known as Maame Dokono, has opened up about her tumultuous experience in politics. Mama Dokono shot to fame after starring in the popular Akan Drama series Obra on GTV and as host of By The Fire Side. The legendary entertainment icon’s political journey began during the late Jerry John […]

The Majority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has petitioned the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to reassemble parliament. This follows the Majority caucus’ discontent with the Speaker’s decision to indefinitely adjourn the session on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. In a letter addressed to Mr Bagbin on Wednesday, July 31, Mr Afenyo-Markin highlighted the need for the recall […]

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has directed licensed forex bureaus operating in the country to adhere to new customer identification verification directives. As part of these measures, all persons seeking to buy or sell foreign currencies must provide a Ghana Card as proof of identification. Foreign nationals will be required to present their passports and […]

The Korle Bu Chapter of the Federation of Allied Health Professionals will from Friday, August 2, suspend outpatient services at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital due to the hospital’s refusal to appoint an independent body to oversee their operations. The group includes the Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists, the Ghana Physiotherapy Association, and the […]

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that his administration has constructed 12,830 kilometres of roads throughout the nation. The President asserts that this achievement is unparalleled in the nation’s history. He was speaking at the inauguration of the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP) at the Black Star Square in Accra on Wednesday. Funded by […]

The LPG Marketers Association has debunked reports suggesting a shortage of the product on the market. In an interview with Channel One News, the Association’s president, Gabriel Kumi, indicated that there’s enough gas to satisfy consumers despite the shutdown of Atuabo Gas for routine maintenance starting next week Monday. He explained that all marketers have […]

The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has admonished politicians to refrain from assaulting journalists as the 2024 elections approach. The GJA has observed that politicians frequently exploit the forbearance of journalists, subjecting them to various forms of assault when the political climate becomes heated. During his speech at the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference in Accra on […]

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA), has reported a significant surge in online blackmail cases, with 226 victims losing GH?112,209 in the first six months of 2024 with an additional 141 reports filed between March and June. The cases involve threat actors using social media platforms to initiate friendships lure victims into intimate relationships, secretly record […]

The Minister for Roads and Highways, Francis Asenso Boakye, has lauded the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP), which aims at empowering local assemblies to develop and maintain road infrastructure. Speaking at the launch, Asenso Boakye emphasised the critical role of good roads in driving economic growth and improving livelihoods. He noted that poor road conditions […]

The National Organiser of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Henry Nana Boakye, popularly known as Nana B, has strongly criticised the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, following his comments on the Court of Appeal’s ruling in the ambulance case. In a Facebook post on Tuesday, July 30, Mahama hailed the […]

Gospel sensation Piesie Esther has expressed her desire to follow in the footsteps of fellow musician Stonebwoy by enrolling at the Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA). Piesie Esther returned home to a rousing welcome at the Kotoka International Airport [KIA] on Tuesday after her world tour – where she performed in America, […]

The President of the Central Regional House of Chiefs, Odeefo Amoakwa Buadu VII, has pledged to support the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, in his bid to develop the Central Region if elected. During a visit by Mahama and his running mate, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku Agyemang, to the Central […]