The Nigerian government has taken key steps to consolidate gains in the country’s ongoing efforts to complete migration from the analogue television system to a digital terrestrial one.  The Federal Government has consequently awarded a major contract for the manufacturing and supply of two million Digital Set Top Boxes at a substantial cost. The contract was awarded to RLG-Adulawo Technology Plant, a state-of-the-art project jointly established by the pan African ICT device

Sixteen out of the 50 residents of Ekpu in the Half-Asini District of the Western region who were arrested on Tuesday, have been identified as part of the group that attacked the police station. They were arraigned in court on Wednesday, Graphic Online’s Western regional correspondent, Kobla Dotsey Aklorbortu reports.

The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed dissatisfaction with what it says is the loud silence of the clergy, civil society groups and other relevant bodies in the wake of post-election violence following the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) election victory.

The opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has expressed dissatisfaction with what it says is the loud silence of the clergy, civil society groups and other relevant bodies in the wake of post-election violence following the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) election victory. At a press conference on Wednesday afternoon at the party’s headquarters, Accra, the Chairman of the NDC, Kofi Portuphy stated that the loud silence of these bodies could have a dire effect on the

Approximately 1,000 Michael Essien replica jerseys have been sold by Persib Bandung just three weeks after the former Chelsea star was signed by the Indonesian club. His arrival created a frenzy among the Persib supporters, known as Bobotoh, who are excited about Essien's arrival and have flocked to the stores to purchase his No 5 shirt which is going for 255,000 Indonesian Rupiah (approximately $19) apiece.

The Chief Justice has designated 14 courts (7 High Courts and 7 Circuit Courts) to deal with all mining offences committed under the Minerals and Mining Act, Act 703. A statement issued by the Judicial Secretary, Justice Alex B. Poku-Acheampong said the designation of the courts by C.J. Georgina Wood, is in furtherance of “the recent groundswell of public revulsion and media and civil society advocacy against the menace of illegal mining, commonly

A US Fulbright Specialist, Dr. Jennifer Hasty has been conferred with the “ACILA Scholar” title by research and education think tank, Africa Center for International Law and Accountability (ACILA) for enhancing Ghanaian and African scholarship.

The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has acquired three special customised four wheel drive vehicles manufactured by the Kantanka Automobile Company. Taking delivery of one of the vehicles from the company under Apostle Kwadwo Sarfo of the Kristo Asafo Mission of Ghana in Kumasi on Wednesday, the Asantehene advised government to promote the local industry.  He said if it was possible, Ghana

Former Vice-President of Sierra Leone, Chief Samuel Sam-Sumana has called on the international community to ensure that the political leadership in his country guarantees his safety in his bid to register as a voter during the ongoing voter registration process.

Former President John Dramani Mahama has responded to criticisms that he surrounded himself with young appointees who caused his defeat in the presidential elections of 2016. At a recent meeting with appointees who served in his government, the former President said people who were criticising him on that score did not probably like his appointees, because the appointees could not possibly be said to be young people. “Some say young people surrounded the President, I mean,

The UK's Daily Mail newspaper has agreed to pay damages and costs to the first lady of the United States over an article about her modelling career.

  Motown legend Stevie Wonder is reportedly set to tie the knot for the third time. The 67-year-old music legend is planning to tie the knot with 42-year-old Tomeeka Bracy - the mother of his two youngest children - in front of a star-studded guest-list in Jamaica on June 17.

The Commissioner of Insurance, Ms Lydia Lariba Bawa, has advised life insurance companies to pay claims of policy holders promptly to boost public confidence in and appreciation of the insurance industry. She urged insurance companies to treat their clients fairly by explaining the features and the terms of reference of policies at points of sale and not when policy holders made claims.

Aduana Stars skipper, Godfred Saka, says his absence from tomorrow’s outstanding Premier League clash with Wa All Stars will not affect the team’s quest to avenge a painful 1-2 defeat they suffered at the hands of the defending league champions last season. The ninth week fixture was postponed to allow Wa All Stars participate in a WAFU tournament in Senegal.

Ghana's bid to host the 2018 African Women's Championship is likely to be derailed at the 11th hour by the poor state of the pitch at the Accra Sports Stadium.  However, the Minister of Youth and Sports, Isaac Asiamah, has given an assurance that renovation works on various portions of the stadium, including regrassing of the playing field, will commence in June, this year.

Former President John Dramani Mahama has described calls for him to lead the party come election 2020 as premature. Speaking at a recent meeting with appointees who served during his administration, Mr Mahama said it was important for the party to address the ills that led to its defeat in 2016 before such calls are made.

The President, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has sworn the first batch of deputy ministers into office with a call on them to justify their appointment in the wake of a myriad of criticism that their inclusion in government was “job for the boys.” According to the President, “Several unpalatable words have been used…, ‘obscene’, job for the boys among others” since the names of the 50 deputy ministers were announced.

Former President John Dramani Mahama has taken sole responsibility for the National Democratic Congress’ (NDC) 2016 election defeat. At a recent meeting with former appointees who served under his administration, he said although the cause of the party’s loss was multifaceted, he takes full blame. He noted however that it was important for the party to learn from its mistakes and rally together quickly to work towards election 2020. 

The thirteen Delta Force members facing trial for assaulting the Ashanti Regional National Security liaison officer have been granted bail by the Kumasi High Court. The High Court 5, presided over by Justice Obiri Yeboah on Wednesday morning said, the 13 accused persons should each go home on a GH¢10,000 bail with two justified sureties for each person. 

Fresh disturbances erupted Wednesday morning at Agbogbloshie, hours after calm was restored following violent clashes between the Dagomba and Konkomba ethnic groups.   The disturbances occurred in the aftermath of a meeting between the chairman of the community, Kwame Noah and the leadership of the Konkomba and Dagomba communities at the Konkomba Yam Market.