Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia has commisserated with the family of the late Deputy Finance Minister, John Kumah. He has also signed his book condolence. The 45-year-old MP died on Thursday, March 7, 2024. He leaves behind his wife and six children. Dr Bawumia who visited the family of the late Ejisu Member of […] The post Bawumia commiserates
Edem Agbana, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Parliamentary Candidate for Ketu North, has described discussions regarding the financial implications of the Anti-Gay Bill as embarrassing. He argues that such discussions compromise the integrity of Ghana’s independence. The Ministry of Finance has expressed concerns about the financial repercussions of the Anti-Gay Bill, even urging President Akufo-Addo […] The post Anti-gay
Nana Yaw Barima Barnieh, the Communications Manager of Ghana Water Limited (GWL) for the Western and Central Regions, has revealed that certain food vendors are using water contaminated by illegal mining activities, commonly known as galamsey, to cook for the public. He added that the company’s 30 percent reduction in water production due to galamsey, […] The post Central
The Ministry of Health (MoH) is set to meet with the Ministry of Finance (MoF) on Monday, March 10, to expedite the clearance and recruitment process for unemployed nurses. This decision comes in response to the dissatisfaction expressed by the Coalition of Nurses and Midwives in the Northern Region, particularly directed at the government, MoH, […] The post MoH
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has appealed to the Public Service Workers Union of the Trade Union Congress (TUC) to cancel its planned strike and retract its notice of action, scheduled to begin on March 25, 2024. The Union, in a statement released on March 4, announced its intention to embark on an indefinite strike […] The post NIA urges
The 2024 Heritage Caravan, organised by Citi FM/Citi TV, is reaching its climax as participants unwind at the Maaha Beach Resort in Elonyi, Western Region, on the seventh day of their eight-day journey across the country. On Saturday, March 9, 2024, designated as ‘National Lottery Authority (NLA) Day’, the ‘Caravanites’ immersed themselves in various captivating […] The post 2024
Mary Annan Awuku, the founder of the ‘Yes She Can Foundation’, is encouraging young women to take up the mantle of change and reshape the narrative of Ghanaian history. She pointed out that the history of Ghana has often been interpreted through a male-centric perspective, leading to the frequent omission of women from significant events […] The post Be
The Electoral Commission (EC) has declared that the filing fees for the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections will not be different from those charged during the 2020 polls. The EC has set the filing fee for presidential candidates at GH¢100,000 while maintaining the filing fee for parliamentary candidates at GH¢10,000. During the 2020 polls, the […] The post 2024
Gender activist, Dr. Amanda Odoi, has filed an application for an interlocutory injunction against the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, and the Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, in response to the recent passage of the anti-gay bill. On February 28, 2024, Parliament approved a bill criminalizing LGBTQ+ activities, encompassing their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Individuals […] The post Gender
Professor Joshua Alabi, the 2020 Campaign Manager for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has hailed the selection of Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang as the running mate for the 2024 election, describing it as the best choice. According to Professor Alabi, the former Education Minister brings a wealth of experience and credibility to the party’s ticket. […] The post Prof.
Haruna Iddrisu, the immediate past Minority Leader in Parliament, has accused the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, of breaching the constitution regarding the re-composition of the Parliamentary Service Board. According to the Tamale South MP, Bagbin failed to comply with Article 124 of the 1992 Constitution, which mandates the formation of a committee to advise […] The post Haruna
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has reported that the atmosphere at Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meetings has become more amicable. Earlier this year, in January, the party reversed its decision to abstain from IPAC meetings. IPAC meetings serve as a platform for various political parties to review election-related activities and policies, formally voice their grievances, […] The post IPAC
Former Member of Parliament for Jomoro, Samia Yaba Nkrumah, has urged President Akufo-Addo not to assent to the Bill on Human Sexual Rights and Family Values, commonly known as the anti-LGBTQ bill. This legislation passed in Parliament on February 28, 2024, criminalizes LGBTQ activities and prohibits their promotion, advocacy, and funding. Those found guilty could […] The post Don’t
The Ghana Climate Innovation Centre (GCIC) of Ashesi University and the German Development Cooperation – implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) – today announced a new partnership worth about EUR 1.2 million for the realisation of the Business Incubation and Acceleration Programme for Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) to promote economic growth. […] The post German
The Media Foundation for West Africa (MFWA) has commended Ghana for its strides in upholding freedom of speech, despite recent assaults on media personnel. The Foundation emphasized that Ghana’s commitment to free speech and media quality should be recognized not just within Africa but on a global scale. This praise aligns with President Akufo-Addo’s recent […] The post MFWA
The former Majority Leader and Member of Parliament for Suame, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, has eulogised the late John Kumah as a warrior who will be greatly missed. He described the passing of the late Ejisu lawmaker as “a tragedy of monumental proportions.” John Kumah’s passing was announced on Thursday, March 7, after a brief illness. Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu celebrated […] The post John
As the world marks International Women’s Day on the theme “Invest in women, Accelerate Progress”, the Coordinator for the Affirmative Action Bill Coalition, Becky Enyonam Ahadzi has joined calls for the need to expedite the passage of the Affirmative Action Bill. According to her, this will demonstrate Ghana’s commitment to improving gender equality in the […] The post International
The Information Minister-designate, Fatimatu Abubakar, has firmly opposed suggestions to either scrap or merge the Information Ministry with the Ministry of Communications. During her vetting by the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Friday, March 8, Fatimatu Abubakar emphasized the importance of maintaining the ministry as a standalone entity, asserting that it is better suited to […] The post It’ll
Fatimatu Abubakar, the Information Minister-designate, has called for the creation of an environment that empowers women to excel nationwide. During her vetting by Parliament’s Appointment Committee on Friday, she expressed concern that many women still feel intimidated in public spaces due to victimisation. However, the Information Minister-designate emphasised the crucial role of women in every […] The post Let’s
A study on non-communicable diseases (NCDs) conducted at Ga Mashie in Accra has revealed that six out of 10 residents in that area had either hypertension, diabetes or were obese. Particularly, for diabetes, the study found that the prevalence was 8.2 per cent while hypertension prevalence increased by 19 per cent between 2013 and 2023. […] The post 60% Ga Mashie residents
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