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NDA corruption trial: Court orders defendants to present defence
The High Court in Tamale has ordered all four (4) accused persons implicated in the Northern Development Authority (NDA) corruption trial by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to open their defence. The accused persons are Sumaila Abdul-Rahman, former CEO of the NDA; Stephen Yir-eru Engmen and Patrick Seidu, both Deputy Chief Executives of […]
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Court orders implicated NDA officials to present defence
The High Court in Tamale has ordered all four (4) accused persons implicated in the Northern Development Authority (NDA) corruption trial by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to open their defence. The accused persons are Sumaila Abdul-Rahman, former CEO of the NDA; Stephen Yir-eru Engmen and Patrick Seidu, both Deputy Chief Executives of […]
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Former PPA CEO pleads not guilty to fresh charges, granted GHc4m bail
The former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) Agyenim Boateng Adjei has pleaded not guilty to fresh charges by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP). This comes barely an hour after the OSP dropped charges against him and his brother-in-law Francis Kwaku Arhin in the previous charge sheet filed on […]
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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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Communications Minister urges public to desist from dealing in pre-registered SIMs
Source: GNA Mrs. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, Minister for Communications and Digitalisation, has cautioned members of the public to desist from dealing in pre-registered SIM cards since it is illegal and an offence liable for prosecution. She explained that “Dealing in this context comprises the individual, who sells the pre-registered SIM as well as the buyer or […]
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MOF, GRA & MOH collaborate to clear pharmaceuticals from port
In a collaborative effort to address the pressing healthcare needs of the nation, the Ministry of Finance (MOF), Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA), and Ministry of Health (MOH) have joined forces to expedite the clearance of crucial pharmaceuticals supplied through the Global Fund, from the Tema port. Amidst concerns over the delay in releasing medical supplies, […]
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GNPC debt blamed on activities beyond mandate – PIAC
Coordinator for the Public Interest and Accountability Committee (PIAC), Isaac Dwamena, has stated that a major action that has plunged the Ghana National Petroleum Company (GNPC) into its current debt is that they engage in activities other than their constitutional mandate. He stated that the current situation sees GNPC shouldering responsibilities that traditionally fall under […]
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Ghana Epidemic Preparedness Financing Advocacy urges govt to establish Public Health Emergency Fund
The Ghana Epidemic Preparedness Financing Advocacy has urged the government to create and implement a domestic financing strategy for health emergency readiness and response. This plea is based on the essential need to strengthen the country’s Global Health Security capabilities and ensure a quick and effective response to health emergencies. On Tuesday, April 9, Mr […]
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Shippers’ Authority engage shipping lines to streamline sector
Service standard concerns Freight rates standardisation Transparency and predictability By Mohammed AWAL The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), Kwesi Baffour Sarpong, has requested that shipping line charges in the sector be predictable, competitive, transparent and uniform. In his opening remarks during a meeting with the Ship Owners and Agents Association […]
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FDA warns against importation of unhygienic baby diapers
The Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) has issued a warning to importers, manufacturers and distributors of substandard and unhygienic baby diapers (known as bale diapers) into the country, which will result in their seizure. The FDA said the safe disposal of the susbstandard product would be at a cost to the importer. The Authority, in […]
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Energy Expert criticises NPA for reintroduction of Price Stabilisation Recovery Levy
Energy Analyst and CEO of Euroka Energy Solutions, Dr Yussif Sulemana has taken a swipe at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA) for reintroducing the Price Stabilisation Recovery Levy in the price build-up. To him, this is not the best decision to take at this time of rising fuel prices. The NPA in a letter dated […]
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The public debt crisis (1): Lessons for the present and the future
By Dr. Richmond ATUAHENE Abstract The present paper examines the issue of the current Ghana’s public debt crisis, its underlying causes and lessons for the present and the future. After providing a historical discussion, we show that the austerity of the last four years has been unsuccessful in stabilizing the debt while, at the same […]
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GTA Calls For ‘December In GH’ Proposals
Akwesi Agyeman, GTA Boss The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) and Beyond the Return (BTR) Secretariat have invited event organisers and promoters to submit suggestions for inclusion in the schedule
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Paragliding Festival: Road contractors urged to expedite works at Kwahu Atibie
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana Tourism Authority, Akwasi Agyemang, has urged contractors working on the Atibie Odweanoma road in the Eastern Region to expedite their work following this year’s Easter paragliding in Kwahu. The much-anticipated 2024 Easter Paragliding Festival has commenced in Kwahu Atibie, with hundreds of enthusiasts gathering at the Odweanoma paragliding […]
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Road Safety Campaign: Five drivers arrested at Bonsu junction for licence violations
The National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) in collaboration with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department MTTD of the Ghana Police Service has arrested five drivers at Bunso junction on the Accra Kumasi Highway for driving without a license. According to the NRSA, about 60 per cent of road crashes recorded in the country are as […]
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GRA mgt celebrates Ammishaddai for rolling out extensive digitalization agenda at the authority
The management of the Ghana Revenue Authority has celebrated its outgone Commissioner-General Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah. They commended him for his exceptional leadership and immense contribution to the operations of GRA, especially in the area of digitalization and wish him well in his future endeavours. President Akufo-Addo on March 28, 2024, appointed Madam Julie Essiam […]
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NCA updates on the repair to the damage of the submarine cables
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has provided an update on the repair to the damage of the submarine cables which occurred on 14th March, 2024, and resulted in the disruption of data services in Ghana. The NCA said it engaged with the four Submarine Cable Service Providers (SAT-3, ACE, WACS and MainOne) to receive updates […]
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UBA, GEPA partner for AfCFTA trade liberalisation seminar for exporters
In a strategic move to promote trade liberalisation under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the United Bank for Africa (UBA) Ghana has collaborated with the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) to host a crucial sensitisation seminar titled ‘Trade Liberalisation after the AfCFTA’ at the Africa Trade House in Accra. Peter Dery, Head of […]
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