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Former NPP MP to contest Ejisu by-election as an independent candidate
The former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Ejisu, Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, has decided to contest the upcoming by-election as an independent candidate. His decision stems from what he perceives as the reluctance of the National Leadership of the NPP to address crucial concerns regarding the existing delegates album, which he believes undermines […]
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Anti-money laundering: Banks asking for ID when depositing cheques is an overkill
By Kofi Anokye Owusu-Darko (Dr) According to the banks, there is a Bank of Ghana (BOG) directive that all third-party transactions in the banking hall must be supported by an identification (ID) of the party undertaking the transaction. This stems from the Anti-Money Laundering Act, 2020 (Act 1044), and the December 2022 BOG Guidelines for […]
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Ejisu Chiefs, constituents root for Owusu-Aduomi’s come back
Chiefs and constituents of Ejisu Constituency in the Ashanti Region are pleading with the former Member of Parliament for Ejisu, Ing. Kwabena Owusu-Aduomi to contest the vacant parliamentary seat in the impending by-election. They have pledged their support for the former lawmaker, pointing to what they described as unprecedented, the level of developments he brought […]
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Ahwerewam Chief wages war against galamsey
The Chief of Ahwerewam in the Ahafo-Ano South East District of the Ashanti region, Oheneba Owusu Ansah Nante Ababio, has denounced galamsey in his community. He has, therefore, asked Chinese and Ghanaian illegal miners operating within his jurisdiction to stop the illegality within 24-hours or face his wrath. “Whoever is seen doing galamsey would be […]
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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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Ghana Revenue Authority Board dissolved
The Board of the Ghana Revenue Authority has been dissolved. President Akufo-Addo is expected to announce a new Board by the close of the day. Though no reason was given for the dissolution of the Dr. Anthony Oteng-Gyasi-led Board, reports say there have been some disagreements lately. The move by the President comes days after […]
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Julie Essiam replaces Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah as new GRA Boss
President Akufo-Addo has appointed Madam Julie Essiam as the new Commissioner-General of the Ghana Revenue Authority. She replaces Rev. Dr. Ammishaddai Owusu-Amoah. Until her appointment, Madam Julie Essiam was the Commissioner responsible for the Support Services Division of the GRA. Her appointment comes hours after President Akufo-Addo dissolved the Board of the GRA. Though no reason was given […]
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Calls for Affirmative Action Bill must not wait till election year – Ursula
The Minister of Communications and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has expressed scepticism regarding the passage of the Affirmative Action Bill in the next parliament. She attributed this uncertainty to the delayed efforts in stakeholder advocacy. Speaking at the Women in Governance National Dialogue on the theme, ‘Movement building towards equal playing field: Women’s inclusion and participation […]
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Parliament threatens action against Finance Ministry over GH¢6bn Common Fund arrears
Joseph Osei-Owusu, the First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, has indicated that the House may need to confront the Finance Ministry if it does not provide clarity on its indebtedness to the District Assembly Common Fund by the conclusion of June 2024. This concern has been prompted by revelations made by Benjamin Kpodo, the Member of […]
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Economy
Reduction in inflation means rate of price increase has slowed – Economist
Economist and senior lecturer at the University of Ghana, Dr. Adu Owusu Sarkodie, has stated that a consistent decline in inflation has resulted in drastic price reductions as the economy continues a steady rebound. Speaking on TV3’s Ghana Tonight programme on Monday, March 18, Dr. Adu Sarkodie pointed out that there have been improvements in […]
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MPs want Communications Minister to brief Parliament over internet disruption
Members of Parliament are demanding the summoning of the Minister for Communications and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful to brief the House on Monday, March 18, 2024, on the disruption in mobile network services across the country. The National Communications Authority (NCA) alerted the public on Thursday March 14, 2024, about multiple undersea cable disruptions that had […]
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Ashanti
Otumfuo Foundation commissions Smart AI Laboratory at Wioso
The Otumfuo Foundation, in partnership with Newmont Gold and Coral Reef hub, has commissioned an AI Laboratory for St Peters’ Prim/JHS at Wioso, in the Ahafo Ano South West District of the Ashanti region. The Smart Lab is expected to serve as the springboard for the youth to dive into the ever-changing world of technology, […]
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Samuel Owusu Cautions Young Musicians
Samuel Owusu Renowned Ghanaian highlife musician and songwriter, Samuel Owusu, has cautioned young people who wish to pursue music as a career to find a side occupation to supplement
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Encourage more investment in funeral tourism – Joewise advises Egyapa Mercer
Joseph Osei-Owusu, the Chairman of the Appointments Committee of Parliament, has suggested to Andrew Egyapa Mercer, the Minister Designate for the Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, to promote investments in “funeral tourism” if confirmed. He noted that funerals represent a profitable business opportunity that many often overlook. During his vetting in Accra on Tuesday, […]
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We’ll come up with plan to keep us united – Osei-Owusu on leadership reshuffle
The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament and Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Joseph Osei-Owusu, otherwise known as ‘Joewise,’ has underscored the need for the Majority caucus to address potential implications in the aftermath of the resignation of the outgoing Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu. In an interview with journalists in Parliament on Thursday, February 22, the […]
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We’ll devise a plan to keep us united – Osei-Owusu on leadership reshuffle
The First Deputy Speaker of Parliament and Member of Parliament for Bekwai, Joseph Osei-Owusu, otherwise known as ‘Joewise,’ has underscored the need for the Majority caucus to address potential implications in the aftermath of the resignation of the outgoing Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu. In an interview with journalists in Parliament on Thursday, February 22, the […]
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Ghana.gov generates over GH¢200 billion for Gov’t
The Ghana.gov, a digital platform for revenue collection for institutions in the public sector has generated GH200billion for the government. This was disclosed by the Minister for Communications and Digitalization, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, at a news conference organised by the Ministry of Information in Accra yesterday. “Currently, Ghana.gov has facilitated the collection of an impressive […]
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Bantama Asenso-Boakye names Housing Project after Hackman
The outgoing Minister of Works and Housing, Francis Asenso-Boakye, in a move to pay tribute to the contributions and achievements of former Minister Hackman Owusu-Agyemang, has announced the naming of a recently completed housing project in Ringway, Accra after him. This came to light during a tour of the newly constructed 16 units of 4-bedroom […]
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