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Military officer allegedly shot dead by chief in land dispute at millennium city
A military officer in his late 30s was shot dead in Millennium City during a land dispute, while two other officers narrowly escaped death. The incident occurred near the Millennium City District Police Command at Kasoa in the Central region of Ghana. According to reports, the brother of one of the military officers had purchased […]
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Ministers-designate must stop posing as Akufo-Addo’s reps – Minority
The Minority in Parliament has entreated Ministers-designate by President Akufo-Addo to desist from presenting themselves as representatives of the President. This comes on the back of Minister of Health designate, Dr. Bernard Okoe-Boye embarking on inspections at health facilities in his capacity as the President’s representative. In a statement signed by the ranking member of […]
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Ejisu by-election: Content of envelope given to our officials was for lunch – EC
The Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) has disclosed a preliminary investigation into the viral video capturing a man placing a white envelope on a table in front of officials during the Ejisu by-election. In a statement, Ghana’s electoral governing body further stated that the content of the envelope was for lunch for the officials. “Our […]
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Ejisu by-election: We’ll resist an attempt to rig the election – Aduomi warns
The Independent candidate in the Ejisu by-election, Kwabene Owusu Aduomi has threatened a blood bath if any group of people attempts to undermine the integrity of the election through violence. Addressing a mini rally at Ejisu Zongo lorry station on Sunday, Mr. Aduomi questioned the idea behind the importing alleged vigilante groups affiliated to the […]
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Pension payments are not funded by reserves – SSNIT
The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) says payment of pensions to members are not funded by its reserves as reported by some media houses. This follows media reports that SSNIT reserves are being depleted. In responding to the publications, SSNIT assured members that the fund can meet its benefits payment obligations beyond 20236. […]
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Akufo-Addo’s driver floors MCE for La Dadekotopon in a stiff NPP contest
In a surprising turn of events, the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for La DADEKOTOPON Solomon Kotey Niko has lost the race to become the NPP parliamentary candidate for the area in a closely contested race. Joseph Kwashie Addo, who serves as the personal driver of President Akufo-Addo defeated Solomon Kotey Niko in a landslide victory […]
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‘Dumsor’ vigil to hit Accra
‘Dumsor’ Vigil to hit Accra After what organizers and patrons described as a successful Kumasi edition, plans are underway to bring the ‘Dumsor’ Vigil to the capital city, Accra. Explaining the reason behind the decision to replicate the same vigil that took place in Kumasi on April 17, 2024, Henry Osei Akoto, one of the […]
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Business
Minority demands publication of KPMG audit report on SML-GRA contract
The Minority in Parliament is demanding the publication of the KPMG audit report on Strategic Mobilization Ghana Ltd (SML) and Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) contract. President Akufo-Addo has stated that the SML Downstream petroleum service is needed however the Ministry of Finance (MoF) and the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) will have to renegotiate the fee […]
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Leaked audio: Be ready to open defense in Ofosu-Ampofo’s absence – Court to Kwaku Boahen
The High Court in Accra has directed a former Deputy Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress, (NDC), Anthony Kwaku Boahen to be ready to open his defense on May 30 should Samuel Ofosu-Ampofo remain absent. Ofosu-Ampofo (1st Accused) the former National Chairman of the NDC was expected in Court on Thursday, April 25, to […]
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2024 Play with Stephen Golf Tournament launched
Let’s Swing for Autism- Play With Stephen officially announces the dates for the 5th Edition of its Annual Golf Tournament to support Autism in Africa as they celebrate World Autism Month. In commemoration of Autism Awareness Month, a marketing communication expert, Stephen Oluwatoyin Onaivi, has stressed the need to foster acceptance of autism spectrum disorder […]
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Majority defends ministerial nominees taking roles without parliamentary approval
The Majority in Parliament has justified the decision by 24 vetted ministerial nominees to start performing their duties despite outstanding parliamentary approval. The 24 had their fate frozen when the speaker of Parliament adjourned the house indefinitely following an impasse with the Presidency over the Anti-gay bill. The designated ministers and deputies have however started […]
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Your fines to us unlawful, a breach of natural justice – ECG board to PURC
Board Members of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have described as unlawful and a breach of natural justice the decision by the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) to impose a GHC5.8m fine on them for alleged regulatory non-compliance. In a letter written by their lawyer, Yaw Acheampong Boafo on their behalf, the board members […]
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Entertainment
Leaders in Worship: Set for Friday, April 19
‘Leaders in Worship’, is an initiative of Eric Kwapong Ministries, intended to enrich leaders across various spectra, is set to launch on Friday, April 19, 2024, at the Physicians and Surgeons Hall, Accra, at 6:00 pm. According to Eric Oduro Kwapong, the Founding President and Christian leader, who is also a life coach, entrepreneur and […]
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Business
Stanbic holds talks with Chinese ambassador over enhanced Ghana – China Trade Ties
The Chief Executive of Stanbic Bank Ghana, Kwamina Asomaning, together with some Senior Executives of the bank recently met with the Chinese Ambassador to Ghana, H.E. Lu Kun, to promote deeper trade and investment ties between Chinese and Ghanaian businesses. During the meeting, Mr. Asomaning underscored the importance of the strategic partnership between Standard Bank, […]
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Banking & Finance
OmniBSIC Bank makes GH¢150m gain in 2023
The fastest-growing bank, OmniBSIC Bank, has emerged stronger in the aftermath of the debt restructuring programme, with an impressive performance that resulted in one of the biggest profitability ratios in the banking sector last year. The bank’s profit rose by 218 percent to GH¢150.6 million in 2023, indicating a significant turnaround from the loss suffered […]
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Editorial
Editorial: Intensify AfCFTA education to rope in more women and youth
There is a lack of detailed information on the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) among women and youth in business, a situational analysis conducted by the Aya Institute for Women, Politics and Media, has found. While information about the protocol has primarily reached technical experts and businesses, women and youth in the micro, small […]
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Newmont’s Foundation constructs police training school in Ahafo Kenyasi
As part of measures to bolster the law enforcement capabilities of the Ghana Police Service and enhance their capacity, Newmont’s Development Foundation in Ahafo funded the construction of a Police Training School in Kenyasi No. 1, one of the company’s host communities in the Ahafo Region. The Police training school, the first and only one […]
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Revolutionising healthcare workforce development in Africa’s underserved regions
By Godson Kofi DAVIES In Africa, where the beauty of landscapes is as vast as its cultural diversity, a silent crisis brews in the realm of healthcare. The continent faces a dire shortage of healthcare professionals, a predicament most acute in the rural and underserved areas. According to the World Health Organization, sub-Saharan Africa bears […]
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