“No amount of money is worth your vote, so don’t sell it,” NCCE to Ghanaians
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has urged Ghanaians to stop the growing trend of vote selling and buying. According to Mr. Paul Tetteh, the Assin Fosu Municipal Director of NCCE, many political aspirants resort to purchasing votes to secure their positions and subsequently recoup their investments through corrupt practices, thereby impeding the nation’s […]
Two arrested for illegally accessing DVLA electronic web portal
Two persons have appeared before the Dansoman Circuit Court for unlawfully accessing electronic records of the Drivers, Vehicle and Licensing Authority (DVLA) on its online portal. Delali Yevu, a 42-year-old software developer, and Sabastian Donne, a 32-year-old heavy duty machine operator, were arrested after charging some drivers GHC200 each to authenticate their driver’s licenses instead […]
LI granting siren use rights to MPs, Ministers withdrawn
The controversial Legislative Instrument (LI) seeking to amend portions of the Road Traffic Regulations 2012 has been withdrawn in Parliament. The Minister for Local Government and Rural Development, Martin Adjei Mensah Korsah, withdrew the LI on behalf of the Transport Minister, citing public and stakeholder concerns. He added that “the withdrawal became necessary based on […]
Police arrest suspect over alleged sexual intercourse with minor
On Tuesday, July 16, 2024, the Ghana Police Service arrested Nana Poku Piesie, also known as Kwabena, after a viral video surfaced in which he claimed to have had sexual intercourse with a minor. The suspect is currently in custody and is cooperating with police investigations regarding his claims. The viral video prompted widespread calls […]
Catholic Bishops intervene in Kenyan Youth standoff
Catholic Bishops in Kenya have appealed to the country’s youth to drop their hardline stance and embrace dialogue with the authorities. They urged Kenyan youth to welcome inclusive conversations in order to appreciate perspectives that may not be obvious to them. The Catholic Bishops at a news conference, commended the youth for articulating many issues […]
Ghana’s Abdul Fatawu Issahaku joins Leicester City on a permanent deal
By Nana Kwame Bediako Leicester City has officially signed Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku on a permanent five-year contract. The £14 million transfer move comes after an impressive loan spell from Sporting Lisbon, during which the 20-year-old played a pivotal role in helping the Foxes secure their Championship triumph last season. Fatawu’s dynamic performances on […]
Ghana condemns assassination attempt on US President Donald Trump
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has condemned the attempted assassination of the former President of the United States, Donald Trump, stating that politically motivated violence undermines the principles of democracy and peace. This comes after the former president was injured in an attempted assassination at a rally on Saturday, July 13, in Butler, Pennsylvania. Shots […]
Democracy Hub plans three-day protest starting Sept. 21
By Gloria Amoh Democracy Hub has announced a three-day demonstration from September 21-23 at Revolutionary Square, across Liberation Road, opposite the Jubilee House. In a statement, Democracy Hub confirmed that it has formally notified the Inspector General of Police, Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, in accordance with the Public Order Act. The protest, organized by the […]
UTAG demands SSNIT board dissolution despite Labour’s strike suspension
By Kafui Dey Organised Labour has officially called off its strike, but the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) remains steadfast in demanding the immediate dissolution of the SSNIT board. This follows the controversial and now-terminated sale of SSNIT’s 60 percent stake in four hotels. UTAG argues that the board’s involvement in the deal underscores […]
Ghanaian athletes and officials present gift to CREPS in Strasbourg
As part of their Pre-Games Training Camp (PGTC) preparations for the upcoming Olympic Games, a delegation of Ghanaian athletes and officials made a presentation to the Centre for Resource, Expertise, and Sport Performance (CREPS). This gesture by Team Ghana was to appreciate CREPS support and commitment to the athletes in enhancing their performance and fostering […]
