NDC calls for calm after consensus approval of Ofori-Atta as Finance Minister
The National Democratic Congress (NDC), has called for calm within the rank and file of the party following the consensus approval of Finance Minister-nominee Ken Ofori-Atta by the Appointments Committee of Parliament. In a statement, General Secretary of the party, Johnson Asiedu Nketiah said following what transpired previously in respect of vetting and approval of […]
Fuel prices likely to remain unchanged in April
The Institute of Energy Security (IES), says that the price of fuel at the various pumps for the first pricing window in April 2021 is expected to remain unchanged. IES in a press statement indicated that the 2.05 percent decrease in the price of the International Benchmark Brent crude, the 2.84 percent decrease in price […]
Government commended for assurances to revive Tema Oil Refinery
A Petrochemical Engineer, Dr Yussif Suleimana, has commended the Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh for his efforts and promise to retool the Tema Oil Refinery (TOR), to breathe life back into its operations. He said it is refreshing assurance from the Minister to the staff and management to secure partnership for the refinery as […]
Miami Open: Naomi Osaka and Ashleigh Barty through to quarters
Japanese second seed Naomi Osaka extended her winning streak to a 23rd match as she moved into the Miami Open quarter-finals for the first time. Osaka, whose unbeaten run includes claiming the US Open and Australian Open titles, won 6-3 6-3 against Belgium’s 16th seed Elise Mertens. Australian world number one Ashleigh Barty also advanced […]
Speaker warns Ministers of State over failure to appear before the House
The Speaker of Parliament, Mr. Alban Bagbin has warned Ministers of State to be serious with the work of parliament or be ready to face the consequences. The Minister for Health, Mr. Kweku Agyeman-Manu was expected to appear before the House to answer questions on the health facility of Sefwi Akontombra and others around the […]
Rasta students: Achimota SHS did no wrong – Prof. Oduro
A former Pro-Vice-Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast, Professor George K. T. Oduro, says management of Achimota Senior High School did not infringe on the religious rights of Rastafarian students who were asked to trim their hair. He said the School only ensured that the students complied with its rules and regulations regarding dress […]
I will generate $5 billion from tourism by December 2022 – Dr Awal
Dr Mohammed Ibrahim Awal, Minister of Tourism Arts and Culture, has stated his resolve to generate five billion dollars from the Tourism industry by December, 2022. He said he was ready to use his business expertise and entrepreneurial skills to change the face of Ghana’s tourism industry, emphasising he would infuse business perspectives and strategic […]
US seize disposable gloves by Malaysia’s Top Glove over labour abuses
US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has ordered the seizure of disposable gloves made by Malaysia’s Top Glove. The order said CBP had sufficient information to believe that Top Glove uses forced labour in the production of disposable gloves. Top Glove is the world’s largest producer of latex gloves, and exports to 195 countries. The […]
Be patient with voters’ ID card challenges during business transactions- Ghanaians urged
President of the Ghana Association of Bankers, John Awuah has urged Ghanaians to exercise patience over recent challenges encountered with the new Voter’s Identification Card. His comment comes on the back of complaints from clients who have been refused banking services whiles using their voter’s ID. The Electoral Commission issued new ID cards ahead of […]
Ghana Red Cross, partners GHS for eye screening at basic schools
The Ghana Red Cross Society in partnership with the Swiss Red Cross and Ghana Health Service (GHS) to resume screening activities at basic schools in the Northern, North East, and Savannah Regions to identify children with allergies and eye problems for treatment. This is to help identify any sight related disease and help find treatment […]
