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Concerned Tamale NDC youth express discontent over Mahama’s son Sharaf’s Health Walk

Concerned Youth of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Tamale have voiced their concerns about the upcoming Health Walk and Health Screening event featuring Mr. Sharaf Mahama, set for June 29, 2024.While emphasizing the...

Mahama is interested in promoting himself over and above the NDC – Koku Anyidoho

Former Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Koku Anyidoho, has asserted that John Dramani Mahama is more focused on advancing his personal interests and image rather than prioritizing the goals and...

“Free SHS is not an intelligent policy” – Prof Akilagpa Sawyerr opines

Former Vice Chancellor of the University of Ghana, Prof Akilagpa Sawyerr, has criticized the implementation of the Free Senior High School (SHS) policy as unintelligent.He acknowledges that the policy is a wise one but...

KATH doctors at Oncology Department halt strike

Patients at the Oncology Department of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) can now breathe a sigh of relief as medical doctors have called off their strike, returning to their duties after a two-day...

The winner of 2024 elections will be determined by Accra – Ga Mantse

King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, the Ga Mantse, has stated that the Greater Accra Region will be crucial in determining the outcome of Ghana's 2024 elections.He made this statement during a visit from Nana...

Fatal accident on Accra-Kumasi Highway kills one

In the early hours of Tuesday, June 25, 2024, a tragic accident occurred on the Accra-Kumasi highway, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries.The collision involved a VIP bus with registration number GT 5287-11...

Half of Ghanaian doctors now abroad over poor working conditions – Report

The latest Ghana Human Development Report, titled "The Future Value of Work in Ghana," has raised alarms about the potential deterioration of the country’s health system if urgent measures are not taken to address...

Inusah Fuseini, 3 other Ghanaian MPs who allegedly own Dubai properties exposed

IMANI Africa's Vice President, Bright Simons, has revealed intriguing information about Ghanaian leaders on X.He stated that a newly released database from the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP), allegedly lists Ghanaian politicians...

Government is yet to present Free SHS bill before parliament – Minority

Minority Leader, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has called on the government to promptly present the Free SHS bill to the House, emphasizing the minority's support for any legislation aimed at improving and sustaining the...

Bolts and knots of huge billboard in Ordorkor-Mallam road loose; disaster looms

A concerned citizen has voiced dissatisfaction over the state of a large billboard situated along the Odorkor-Mallam stretch in Accra.In a viral video, he urged government to take immediate action before a potential disaster...

Technical student from Tamale creates multi-functional desk for Ghanaian schools

A second-year student at Dabokpa Technical Institute in Tamale has invented a multi-functional desk that could potentially be used in every school across Ghana.The desk serves multiple purposes that make it suitable for...

Let’s build a brighter future for Tano North together – Gideon Boako to constituents

Dr. Gideon Boako, the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Tano North, has called on constituents to come together for a brighter future.Emphasizing the importance of unity, Dr. Boako highlighted that the...

Ghana is advancing at a faster rate than Europe – Wontumi

Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, known as Chairman Wontumi, has claimed that Ghana is progressing faster in development than European countries.Speaking at a UK Town Hall...

Johnnie Hughes descends on Daily Guide for ‘attacking’ him after NPP govt criticism

A broadcast journalist at Media General, Johnnie Beresford Hughes, has criticized the Daily Guide Newspaper for a recent editorial that was targeted him and several other prominent media personalities.In a recent broadcast, Mr Hughes...

Protest or parties? – Is music during protest necessary

As much of Africa watches Kenya grapple with a series of protests over an intended finance bill, one prevalent feature in Ghanaian protests stands out: music.A glance through videos of major protests in Ghana...

“I don’t want to be a soldier anymore!” – Alleged soldier appeals for help amidst claims of GAF’s refusal to discharge him

A man identified as Issah Kudus has publicly appealed for help, claiming that the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) are refusing to grant his discharge request.Kudus, who states he is a soldier in the...

Bawumia pitches Napo for running mate to Akufo-Addo

Sources say President Akufo-Addo has been informed of the identity of the running mate of the flagbearer for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, who is also his Vice.According to JoyNews, Dr...

Gomoa: Man suffers swollen testicles for 10 years after sex with his angry ex in a bush

A 37-year-old man named Kwabena Ebo is facing a critical health crisis, seeking urgent assistance due to severe swelling in his testicles, which he attributes to an encounter with an ex-girlfriend in a bush.The...

NDC’s Inter-Party Affairs, CSOs Directorate engage GTPCWU in policy dialogue

The office of the Inter-Party Affairs and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) Directorate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), led by Dr. Peter Boamah Otokunor, recently engaged with the General Transport, Petroleum and Chemical Workers'...

You think my 30-year working life cannot afford me a $133k property in Dubai? – Moses Asaga to critics

A former Member of Parliament for Nabdam, Moses Asaga, has responded to critics questioning his ability to purchase property in Dubai amidst allegations of corruption and illicit wealth accumulation.These allegations emerged from a report...

VIDEO: Male boss mercilessly beats female employee at Savings and Loans Company in Nkawkaw

A video gone viral on social media has highlighted unlawful conduct in the corporate environment.The boss of a Savings and Loans Company in Nkawkaw of the Eastern Region has been caught physically assaulting a...

“I don’t have the mental capacity to endure the military,” alleged soldier pleads for release from GAF

A man with the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has publicly criticized the organization for failing to facilitate his retirement despite his repeated requests.In a viral video, Issah Kudus, revealed that he has served...

Ghana’s Abanga Farms and Food Systems leads groundbreaking pilot project in Sierra Leone

A transformative pilot initiative to bolster Sierra Leone's rice production and agricultural sector is set to commence, with Abanga Farms and Food Systems at the helm.This ambitious project is part of the broader...

This is embarrassing! – Man decries immigration officers allegedly asking money from passengers at Kotoka

A Ghanaian man has raised concerns about the trend of some staff at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) soliciting money from passengers.This particular act by these individuals, he said, reflects poorly on the country as...

Present ballot boxes containing votes cast during NPP Primary – Court to Walewale EC

The Tamale High Court has issued an order directing officials of the Electoral Commission (EC) in the West Mamprusi Municipality to produce the ballot boxes containing votes from the NPP Walewale primary held on...

Soldiers, other security officers are not your enemies, stop fighting them – Kan-Dapaah to Ghanaians

National Security Minister, Albert Kan-Dapaah has issued a stern warning to Ghanaians about assaulting members of the country's security forces.During a meeting with traditional leaders in the Northern Region, Kan-Dapaah emphasized the immediate need...

Man campaigns for votes as he details grand escape plan for all Ghanaian youth through Kotoka

A Ghanaian man has taken to social media with a daring proposal aimed at Ghanaian youth seeking opportunities abroad.After a casual snack of maize, the man, whose identity remains undisclosed, shared his vision...

We will account for every cedi spent during 2023 African Games – Sports Minister

Sports Minister, Mustapha Ussif, has reassured the public of complete transparency in accounting for expenditures related to the 2023 African Games, hosted by Ghana earlier this year.Speaking before Parliament on Tuesday, June 25,...

Acquiring properties worth $133K in Dubai no big deal – Moses Asaga

A former Member of Parliament for Nabdam in the Upper East Region, Moses Asaga, has refuted allegations of owning illicitly acquired properties in Dubai.These allegations emerged from a report by the UK-based think tank,...

Rev. Kusi Boateng’s defamation suit against Ablakwa dismissed by Court of Appeal

The Court of Appeal has thrown out the defamation suit brought by Reverend Victor Kusi Boateng, who seeks to prevent Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, from discussing his involvement...

2023 African Games: You must account for $15m spent on feeding for 18 days – Minority Leader fights Majority

Ghana’s Parliament became a battleground of heated debate between the Minority and Majority groups on Tuesday, June 25, over the financial report on the 2023 African Games, which were hosted in Ghana from March...

Investment worth $133k is a paltry amount, I’ve worked for 30 years – Moses Asaga reacts to OCCRP Dubai report

Former Member of Parliament for Nabdam in the Upper East Region, Moses Asaga, has refuted allegations of impropriety regarding his acquisition of a property in Dubai.These allegations were raised by the UK-based think...

Withhold plans to travel to Kenya – Ghana High Commission cautions Ghanaians amid fierce protests

Ghana’s High Commissioner to Kenya, Damptey Bediako Asare, has issued a cautionary message to Ghanaians regarding travel to Kenya due to increasing unrest in the East African nation.The warning follows the eruption of...

5 Ghanaian MPs escape unscathed after Kenya protesters invaded Parliament

During a study visit to Kenya, MPs Emmanuel Gyamfi, Nii Lantey Vanderpuye, Thomas Ampem, Sylvester Tetteh, and Mohammed Tuferu found themselves amid chaos as hundreds of anti-Finance Bill protesters stormed the Parliament.The demonstrators...

University of Ghana: Lecturer and two students caught in accommodation fraud scheme

Two students and a lecturer accused of defrauding students at the University of Ghana's Dr. Hilla Liman Hall by collecting GH₵106,800 under the guise of providing accommodation have appeared before an Accra Circuit Court.The...

2024 elections: Greater Accra is the deciding region – Ga Mantse

Ga Mantse, King Tackie Teiko Tsuru II, has declared that the Greater Accra Region will play a crucial role in the outcome of Ghana's 2024 elections.He made this statement during a courtesy call...

Ablakwa calls out SNNIT over Freddie Blay’s revelation of son’s bid in sale of shares

Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has responded to comments made by former National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Freddie Blay, about the bidding process for the sale of...

Frema Osei-Opare endorsed by traders at Ahafo Ano South West for NPP running mate

Traders from thirty-eight (38) communities in and around the Ahafo Ano South West district in the Ashanti Region have expressed their backing for Akosua Frema Osei Opare as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) running...

Minority calls on Youth and Sports Minister to provide expenditure on 2023 Africa Games

The Minority is amplifying its demands for an audit of the expenses linked to the 2023 Africa Games, which Ghana hosted earlier this year.This move comes in response to Youth and Sports Minister Mustapha...

Suspected thief lynched at Awutu Akrampa

One person was fatally beaten, and another is critically injured after allegedly attempting to steal vehicle parts in Awutu Akrampa, Awutu Senya West District.The incident occurred on Monday at approximately 5:00 PM.According to Kasapa...

Any person, group to provide information on recent Wa killings to receive GHS100,000 reward – MP

The Member of Parliament for Wa Central, Dr. Rashid Pelpuo, has pledged a reward of GH¢100,000 to anyone or group providing information leading to the arrest of those behind the recent string of killings...

Why have you not announced that I’m the new Alhaji in Parliament? – K.T Hammond after completing Hajj pilgrimage

Minister for Trade and Industry, Kobina Tahir Hammond is urging for the formal acknowledgment of his new title following his completion of the Hajj pilgrimage.The lawmaker is adamant that 'Alhaji' should be formally incorporated...

Minority in parliament halts introduction of legislation for cement pricing

The laying of a legislative instrument from the Trade and Industry Ministry, intended to regulate the pricing of cement products in Ghana, has been halted by the Minority in Parliament.Trade Minister KT Hammond had...

Ghanaian MPs on Kenya visit caught up in protest

Several Ghanaian Members of Parliament, currently visiting Kenya as part of the Local Government Committee delegation, found themselves amidst escalating protests in Nairobi.As protesters flooded the streets, they breached the Kenyan parliament just...

Your govt has led almost 1m Ghanaians into severe poverty – Franklin Cudjoe to Amin Adam

Founder and President of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has criticized Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam for asserting that the NPP government has outperformed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in economic management over their...

I will represent CPP in 2024 elections -Nana Sarpong Kumankuma

The Convention Peoples Party (CPP) has refuted claims that it will abstain from fielding a presidential candidate in the upcoming December 7, 2024 elections.Nana Akosua Sarpong Kumankuma, Chairperson of the CPP, affirmed the party's...

GRA fines Bryan Acheampong’s Rock City Hotel for lying about tax return

Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has presented evidence that Rock City Hotel, owned by the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Bryan Acheampong, misrepresented its tax returns, leading to a fine...

GMet announces chances of rain with occasional thunderstorms tonight

The Ghana Meteorological Agency (GMet) has issued a weather forecast indicating a likelihood of rain accompanied by occasional thunderstorms across various parts of the country tonight.The forecast predicts cloudy conditions, with some areas,...

Rock City went back to GRA to declare profit after my exposè – Okudzeto

Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, has presented compelling evidence challenging the financial integrity of Rock City Hotel.The MP's exposé suggests that Rock City Hotel, owned by Bryan Acheampong,...

Stalled projects to be revived through debt restructuring – Akufo-Addo

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced that many of the country’s stalled projects will soon resume following successful debt restructuring negotiations.During the presentation of credentials to nine newly appointed diplomats at the Jubilee...

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