Attempts to make D7 entry requirement for public universities is inimical- Prof. Oduro
By: Prosper Adankai A Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of Cape Coast, Prof George Oduro has discouraged attempts to make D7 a bracket entry requirement for public universities, describing the move as inimical. He argues that the current limited facilities to accommodate the huge enrollment will further widen the student to lecturer ratio […]
Six confirmed dead following torrential rains in parts of Ashanti
By:Nana Atakora Kodua Six persons including a minor have been confirmed dead following torrential rains in parts of the Ashanti Region. These incidents were recorded at Ahenema Kokoben, Sokoban, Daban, and Kromoase. The National Disaster Management Organization (NADMO) has deployed its officers on a search mission to find additional persons said to have gone missing […]
Deputy Minister of Finance inaugurates PIAC and PPA Boards
Mr. John Kumah, the Deputy Minister of Finance, has urged the newly inaugurated board members of Public Interest and Accountability Committee to execute their mandate to ensure that citizens benefit from the exploitation of the petroleum resources. Mr. Kumah said “your appointment is a call to public service and I am confident that you will […]
GBA lifts two-year ban on Richard Commey
The Ghana Boxing Authority (GBA) has lifted a two-year ban imposed on former International Boxing Federation (IBF) Lightweight Champion, Richard Commey, last year. Commey was handed a two-year ban by the erstwhile GBA administration following alleged false accusations against its executives in the media. But a statement signed by the new GBA Boss Mr. Abraham […]
Petrol supply: Military tanker drivers put on standby to ease fuel crisis
The Army is ready to help ease fuel supply problems after a fourth day of long queues and pump closures. Up to 150 military tanker drivers will prepare to deliver to forecourts which have run dry because of panic buying. The surge in demand came amid fears a driver shortage would hit fuel supply – […]
NPA engages CSO’s on petroleum pricing
By: Rebekah Awuah The process to deregulate the pricing of petroleum products has been evolving since 2005. The policy was among other things to reduce the huge losses incurred by Bulk Distribution Companies (BDCS) and Oil Marketing Companies-OMCs which deprived them of the needed capital to make their businesses viable. As a regulator mandated to […]
Legendary Highlife musician Nana Ampadu is Dead
By Nathaniel Nartey Legendary Highlife Musician Nana Kwame Ampadu has passed on. The sad event occurred this morning, September 28, 2021, following a period of illness. Acting President of MUSIGAH Bessa Simons confirmed this to GBC News. He said MUSIGA is liaising with the family for a smooth process leading to the burial and asked […]
Tullow Executives pay working visit to Ghana
The Senior Leadership Team (SLT) of Tullow Oil Plc, led by the Chief Executive Officer, Rahul Dhir are paying a working visit to Ghana in the week of 27th September 2021. A statement from the company said the visiting Executives would hold a series of engagements with key Government stakeholders, including the Office of the […]
Roger Hunt: Former Liverpool and England striker dies aged 83
Former Liverpool and England striker Roger Hunt has died at the age of 83. Known as ‘Sir Roger’ to Liverpool fans, Hunt was part of England’s 1966 World Cup-winning side and is the club’s record league scorer with 244 goals. The forward won 34 England caps, scoring 18 international goals after making his debut in […]
Suspect in fake pregnancy & kidnap saga still in custody for failing to meet bail conditions
By Marie Aziz-Tunde The main suspect in the controversial kidnapping and pregnancy case in Takoradi, in the Western Region, Josephine Panyin Mensah is still in Police custody despite being granted bail by the Takoradi Circuit Court yesterday. According to her Lead Counsel Philip Fiifi Buckman, Josephine is yet to meet the bail conditions set by […]
