South Africa Ministry of Communication calls for new TV license review
South Africa’s Ministry of Communications has called for a review of regulations on TV Licensing to include payment by users of streaming services platforms like Netflix. Deputy Communications Minister Pinky Kekana said media consumption pattern has changed and TV license regime must be abreast of the change. She said under the new proposal, streaming platforms […]
Nigeria’s VP promises justice for protest victims
Nigeria’s Vice-President, Yemi Osinbajo, has promised justice for the victims who were shot during Tuesday’s protest at the Lekki toll gate in the commercial hub Lagos. Amnesty International has said at least 12 people were killed by soldiers and police in two locations in the city, although Nigeria’s army dismissed the reports as “fake news”. […]
Commonwealth decries ‘cowardly acts’ against protesters
The Commonwealth Secretary General, Patricia Scotland, has condemned the violence in Nigeria and said those responsible for what she called “cowardly acts” must be held accountable. Lady Scotland said she was following with “deep concern” reports of attacks on demonstrators in the commercial hub of Lagos and other parts of Nigeria. “The right to peaceful […]
“Construction in Buem of four roads in one year unprecedented” – Jasikan Chief
“When our President declared 2020 ‘The Year of Roads’, we had the assurance that he would deliver and that Buem will not be left out. We are witnessing the ongoing road projects: Hohoe-Jasikan road; Jasikan-Worawora road; Jasikan-Bodada road; Jasikan-Kadjebi-Pepesu road; and Jasikan town roads. It is unprecedented that Buem has all these going on in […]
Minister of Lands and Natural Resources denies sale of seized excavators
Ghana’s Minister of Lands and Natural Resources has denied government’s sale of excavators. He challenged anyone who has claims of sold excavators to present better and further particulars adding that the ministry is in possession of only 157 excavators and is taking inventory of all seized excavators. He rubbished claims by the opposition National Democratic […]
President Akufo-Addo pledges more infrastructure for six new regions
The Chiefs and people of Nkonya Wurupong and Buem in the Biakoye and Buem districts of the Oti Region have thanked President Akufo-Addo for ongoing and completed infrastructural projects in their areas. They hailed the President, particularly for the creation of the Oti Region, which came to fruition after over 50 years of struggle. President […]
AU condemns violence in Nigeria amid calls for dialogue
The African Union has “strongly condemned” the violence against anti-police brutality protesters in Nigeria. The Chairperson of the AU Commission, Moussa Faki, urged both “political and social actors” to “respect human rights and the rule of law”. He hailed the disbandment of the hated Special Anti-Robbery Squad (Sars) and encouraged investigations to ensure “perpetrators of […]
Ras Mubarak expresses worry over shooting of protesters in Nigeria
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Kumbungu Constituency, Ras Mubarak has described the shooting and killing of innocent protesters in Nigeria by armed military men as most unfortunate. According to him, the chaos situation as a result of days of street protests in some parts of Nigeria should be a worry for all African countries […]
Parliament passes Council of State Bill
Parliament has passed the Council of State Bill, 2020 into Law to provide for the establishment of a Secretariat to provide professional and administrative support for the Council of State to adequately deliver on its mandate. The Bill was laid in the House on Tuesday 6th October, 2020 by the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, […]
Melcom Care hands over washroom facilities to schools in Ashaiman and Tema
Melcom Group of Companies through its philanthropic arm branded as Melcom Care Foundation has commissioned and handed over 13 washroom facilities to three basic schools within Ashaiman and Tema in the Greater Region. Three of the toilet facilities with poly tanks were installed at Ashaiman Presbyterian primary and Junior High School. Five were handed over […]
