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You can accuse me of defamation; I’m not bothered – Sophia Akuffo to SSNIT
Former Chief Justice, Sophia Akuffo, has criticized the recent botched sale of SSNIT shares in hotels as indicative of a broader problem in Ghana.She claims that those responsible for managing state institutions often...
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Reconstruction of GHC4m Mampong Coronation Park to be completed in 3 months
The long-awaited reconstruction of the Mampong Coronation Park, costing GHC4 million, is set to be completed within three months.This project was officially inaugurated by Sammi Awuku, Director General of the National Lottery Authority...
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Food suppliers to picket at Education Ministry over debts
The National Food Suppliers Association of Ghana (NAFSAG) has announced plans to stage a protest at the Ministry of Education’s offices if the outstanding debts owed to its members are not resolved.NAFSAG is expressing...
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Commercial drivers in Kumasi accepts reintroduction of road tolls
Commercial drivers at Doctor Mensah in Kumasi, Ashanti Region, have shown support for Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam's plan to reintroduce road toll taxes.Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam unveiled the road toll reintroduction during...
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Ghana’s galamsey fight has been unsuccessful – Netherlands Ambassador to Ghana
The Netherlands Ambassador to Ghana, Jeroen Verheul, has voiced his concerns regarding Ghana's ongoing struggle with illegal mining, also known as "galamsey."According to Ambassador Verheul, the lack of effective law enforcement is a...
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Defunct DKM founder spotted with Bawumia
The founder of defunct DKM Financial Services, Martin Dele, has been sighted in the company of the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, during his campaign tour ahead...
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2 govt officials narrowly escape death in robbery attack on Berekum-Drobo highway
Two Chief Executives in the Bono Region narrowly avoided death when they were involved in a robbery on the Fetentaa section of the Berekum-Drobo highway.The Ghana News Agency (GNA) reported that Mr. Andrews Bediako,...
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Norwegian Embassy failed to perform due diligence on Paralympic athletes, I can’t be blamed – Sports Minister
Sports Minister Mustapha Yusif has criticized the Norwegian Embassy in Ghana for its lack of thoroughness in vetting the visa applications of Ghanaians who entered Norway under the pretense of being Paralympic athletes.This issue...
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Thieves storm Madina MP’s residence, steal laptop phone
Early on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, around 4 a.m., thieves broke into the office of Francis-Xavier Sosu, the Member of Parliament for Madina Constituency, in the Greater Accra Region. The intruders managed to steal...
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Gov’t deploys 7-member delegation to Jakpa Palace to address Yagbonwura-Jinapor saga
A high-level government delegation is set to visit the Ndewura Sumali Jakpa Palace, the traditional seat of the Gonja Kingdom, on Wednesday to mediate on behalf of Damongo MP Samuel Abdulai Jinapor.The delegation...
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NDC responsible for attack on our vehicle – NPP
The MP for Binduri, Abdulai Abanga, has alleged that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) is behind the attack on a New Patriotic Party (NPP) branded vehicle in his area.On Monday, three masked assailants are...
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Gov’t has invested GHC10b in the road sector since January 2024 – Finance Minister
Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, Ghana's Minister of Finance, announced that nearly ten billion Ghana cedis have been invested in the road sector since January 2024, with the goal of improving transportation infrastructure across the...
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Our friends are dying from “Laughing-gas” – Tweep charges Ghana police to take action
A video circulating on social media captures an individual expressing his frustration about the popular gas known as nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas.The concerned individual voiced his concerns over the increasing number of...
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VIDEO: How Sefwi Wiawso MP was sacked from Parliament by Speaker Bagbin
The Member of Parliament for Sefwi Wiawso, Kwaku Afriyie, found himself wanting in Parliament on Monday, July 22, 2024.During the parliamentary sitting, Mr Afriyie passed a comment deemed to be rude by Speaker Alban...
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The marshal forcibly tried to push me out as if I was a criminal – Sefwi Wiawso
Following a heated exchange in Parliament on Monday, July 22, 2024, which led to Speaker Alban Bagbin ordering the removal of the Member of Parliament (MP) for Sefwi Wiawso, Dr. Kwaku Afriyie.The MP has...
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We will sue you if you try to freeze our salaries – CETAG to govt
The Colleges of Education Teachers Association (CETAG) leadership has pledged to fight any unlawful attempts to freeze their members' salaries and will continue their indefinite strike until the government enforces the arbitral award and...
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What is wrong in telling Bagbin ‘it doesn’t lie in your mouth’? – Sewfi Wiawso MP
The Member of Parliament for Sefwi Wiawso, Dr. Kwaku Afriyie, says he felt wrongfully chastised by the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, on Monday's parliamentary session.The legislator, who represents the governing New Patriotic...
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“Confident” NAPO will soon shame his critics – Farouk Mahama on arrogant tag
MP for Yendi, Farouk Aliu Mahama, has predicted that Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh (NAPO), the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) vice-presidential candidate, will soon shut all of his critics.According to asaaseradio.com, Mahama is confident...
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I didn’t forge any signature, letter for Norway marathon visa came from NPC office – Ernest Ayisi
Ernest Ayisi, Founder of the Ernestay Foundation, has firmly denied any involvement in the alleged forgery of a signature related to the Paralympic visa scandal involving Norway.Ayisi's denial comes amid accusations and an...
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You can take phones and pay GHC2 monthly when I become president – Bawumia to public
Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has announced an ambitious plan to make mobile phones accessible to all Ghanaians by partnering with phone manufacturers to allow citizens to purchase phones on credit.They will be required...
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15 sustain injuries in accident on Cape Coast-Accra Highway
Fifteen individuals have been injured in a crash on the Cape Coast-Accra highway near the Childcare School junction in the Central Region.The incident involved a Toyota Hiace with registration number GB 2053-22, which occurred...
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Joyce Bawa’s name pops up among NDC officials who bought state assets
A document circulating on social media is alleging that, Joyce Bawa Mogtari, an aide to former President John Dramani Mahama, acquired state properties prior to the change of government in 2017.According to the documents,...
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15 evil spirits are after Cheddar – Prophet Owusu claims
Ghanaian Prophet Richard Kwame Owusu has claimed that Nana Kwame Bediako, popularly known as Cheddar, is being pursued by 15 powerful demons.He asserts that these 15 evil spirits possess Cheddar and if he ascends...
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No one can kill me, I move with angels – Koku Anyidoho
Former Communications Director at the Presidency, Samuel Koku Anyidoho, has revealed that he has spiritually fortified himself, rendering him unafraid of any threats to his life from his enemies.He stated that while he is...
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GJA received GHC213k from NPP to organize a press against me – Captain Smart claims
The Morning Show Host of Onua TV, a subsidiary of Media General, Blessed Godsbrain Smart, (Captain Smart) has alleged that some members of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) received a sum of two hundred...
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Ibrahim Mahama gifts Liberia Airport 20 police vehicles, 3 1200KVA generators
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Engineers & Planners Ltd, Ibrahim Mahama, has made a significant donation to the Liberia Airport Authority, including 20 police vehicles and three 1,200 KVA power generators.The donation was...
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NDC to unveil 2024 national campaign on July 27
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has announced that it will launch its national campaign for the 2024 Presidential elections in Tamale, Northern Region, on Saturday, July 27, 2024.The party's flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, introduced...
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Number of registered voters are over 18.6 million – EC
The Electoral Commission of Ghana (EC) has announced that there are currently over 18.6 million registered voters. Additionally, the recent limited registration drive has added 778,447 new voters to the roll.Jean Mensa, Chairperson of...
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We will no longer tolerate your destruction of our billboards – NDC warns NPP
The Mahama 2024 Campaign has issued a stern warning to the New Patriotic Party (NPP) regarding any attempts to dismantle or obstruct billboards featuring their flagbearer, John Dramani Mahama, or the National Democratic Congress...
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E/R: Farmers to receive 2,200 bags of fish feed from Fisheries Commission
The Eastern Regional Fisheries Commission has embarked on the second phase of its Aquaculture for Food and Jobs (AFJ) flagship programme with the distribution of 850 bags of fish feed to local fish farmers....
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Mahama will find it difficult to prosecute corrupt appointees of Akufo-Addo if he wins– Pratt
Kwasi Pratt Jnr., Managing Editor of the Insight Newspaper, has expressed concerns about the challenges former President John Dramani Mahama might face in prosecuting corrupt officials from the Akufo-Addo administration if he wins the...
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Anyidoho ‘attacks’ Mahama for campaigning to UG students
Former Deputy General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Koku Anyidoho, has criticised the flagbearer of the party, John Mahama, for his recent nostalgic visit to his old room at the University of...
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77% of Ghanaians believe corruption levels have increased in the past – Report
A 2023 survey conducted by Afrobarometer has revealed that 77% of Ghanaians believe corruption levels have increased in recent years.Afrobarometer’s comprehensive survey across 39 African nations shed light on widespread perceptions of corruption...
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Takoradi: Ahantaman SHS Dormitory gutted by fire
On Wednesday, July 18, 2024, a fire completely destroyed the dormitory of five students at the Ahantaman Senior High School (SHS) in the Sekondi Takoradi Metropolis of the Western Region.The pupils had left the...
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80% of our members have been exempted from 2nd Phase of PFJ – Peasant Farmers
Eighty percent of the National Peasant Farmers Association's members, according to the organization, were excluded from the second phase of Planting for Food and Jobs (FPJ).Farm input and other logistics have not yet reached...
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Excitement on UG campus as Mahama visits Commonwealth Hall where he used to stay
Former President of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, recently returned to his former room at the University of Ghana’s Commonwealth Hall, generating joy and excitement among the students.Accompanied by John Dumelo, the NDC Parliamentary candidate...
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67% of Africans dissatisfied with governments’ efforts against corruption – Report
Afrobarometer's latest findings indicate that a significant 67% of Africans feel their governments are failing in combating corruption effectively.Moreover, the report highlights a troubling trend where 71% of those who report corruption risk experiencing...
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Fix the economy and stop making vain campaign promises – Mahama to NPP
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama, has criticized the leadership of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), accusing them of prioritizing campaigning and making empty promises over addressing economic issues.He...
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We lost our son due to Ghana National College’s negligence – Family of deceased student
The family of Theophilus Ansah, a final-year science student at Ghana National College in Cape Coast, who died after a brief illness, has accused school authorities of negligence leading to his death.According to Citinewsroom.com,...
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LGBTQ: UG’s new statutes to incorporate gender-neutral pronouns
The University of Ghana has taken a step towards gender inclusivity by revising its Statutes, according to the Pro-Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. Gordon Akanzuwine Awandare.This announcement was made during...
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Akufo-Addo’s honorary degree should be revoked – NDC youth wing demands
The Volta Regional Youth Wing of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has vehemently opposed the University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS)’s plan to award an honorary doctorate to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo.The...
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Free SHS policy facing severe financial shortcomings – Minority
The Free Senior High School (SHS) programme is currently grappling with severe financial difficulties, according to Peter Nortsu Kotoe, the Ranking Member on the Education Committee of Parliament.Addressing journalists in Accra on July 17,...
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Humans should not be transported in Sprinter buses – Transport Consultant
Transport consultant, Cecil Gabrah, has raised concerns about the type of buses predominantly used for commercial transportation in Ghana, stating that they are largely inappropriate for passenger use.Speaking on Joy FM's Super Morning...
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We will work professionally to ensure peace and stability in December polls – GAF
The Chief of Defense Staff, Lieutenant General Thomas Oppong-Peprah, has affirmed that the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) are committed to ensuring peace and stability during the upcoming December elections.He emphasized that GAF, in...
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We are not conducting any secret recruitment into security services – Interior Ministry
The Minister for Interior, Henry Quartey, has denied allegations that his ministry is conducting a secret recruitment exercise for the country’s security services.For weeks, the Minority Caucus of Ghana’s Parliament has claimed that the...
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Effective ways to prevent Dengue Fever
The reported outbreak of dengue fever is causing concern as it spreads from the Eastern to the Central Region of the country.As of July 17, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has recorded a total...
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Randy Abbey schools Dep. Sanitation Minister who accused Mahama of buying state lands
Deputy Minister for Sanitation and Water Resources, Amidu Issahaku Chinnia, faced a stern rebuke during the Good Morning Ghana programme on Tuesday, July 16, 2024, when he made claims about former President John Dramani...
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Mahama’s ‘Get fit and ready walk’ comes off on Saturday
The flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Former President John Dramani Mahama, will host the “Get Fit and Ready Mahama Walk” in Accra on Saturday, July 20, as part of his campaign tour...
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AG report tips ECG’s $145m meter procurement breached Public Procurement Act
Auditor-General's (A-G) report has revealed that the Electricity Company of Ghana's (ECG) procurement of meters, amounting to over $145 million, breached the Public Procurement Act.The report further disclosed that ECG failed to fully recover...
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Most people taking public appointments aren’t principled, ethically correct – Spio-Garbrah
Former Trade Minister under the National Democratic Congress administration, Dr. Ekwow Spio-Garbrah, has voiced concerns over the ethical standards and principles of individuals taking up public appointments in Ghana.His comments come amidst increasing...
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