Korle-Bu: Allied Health Professionals suspend strike
By Mabel Esinam Awagah The Ghana Federation of Allied Health Professionals has suspended its industrial action, following an engagement with the National Labour Commission, NLC. At a media briefing in Accra, the Chairman of the Korle-Bu chapter, Dr. Francis Kwakye Antwi, said the group will continue its engagement with the NLC to finalize all issues. […]
Paris 2024: Ghana’s 4x 100 team promises mega outing
By Michael Okuley Leading member of Ghana’s 4×100 men’s relay team Abdul Rasheed Saminu has promised a mega showdown on Thursday. The relay is expected to take place on Thursday, August 8, 2024 at the Stade France in the ongoing Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Anchored by Benjamin Azamati with support from Joseph Paul Amoah, Saminu […]
Minority demands immediate stoppage of US$34.9m payment to SGAGL
By Edzorna Francis Mensah At an emergency news conference on Tuesday, August 6, 2024, the Minority in Parliament called on President Akufo-Addo to immediately halt the payment of US$34.9 million to Service Ghana Auto Group Limited (SGAGL). They described the deal as scandalous, unconscionable, a sweetheart deal, and a family affair concerning ambulance spare parts. […]
“Your economic management team are area boys” – Lawyer Lamtiig mocks Bawumia
By Peter Agengre A legal practitioner and member of the NDC legal team Lamtiig Apanga Esq has taken a swipe at Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia describing his economic management team as ‘area boys.’ In his remarks, he expressed worry that the prices of foodstuff, fuel, electricity, farm inputs and transportation fares keep skyrocketing leaving […]
Manchester United goalkeeper Onana warns fans to prepare for high-risk season
By Nana Kwame Bediako Manchester United’s goalkeeper, Andre Onana, is setting expectations high as he issues a bold message to the club’s fans. As the team gears up for the 2024/2025 season, Onana has candidly advised supporters to be prepared for a season filled with high-risk plays from the back. His statement has sparked a […]
Akufo-Addo reflects on tenure, pledges fair December elections
By Prince Dankwa President Akufo-Addo reflected on his tenure with a mix of gratitude and optimism. Speaking to a gathering of dignitaries and citizens, he expressed deep thanks for the opportunity to serve two terms, a distinction he shares with past leaders Jerry John Rawlings, John Agyekum Kufuor, and John Dramani Mahama. The President acknowledged […]
BoG sanctions 47 individuals, 245 businesses for issuing dud cheques
By Seli Baisie The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has imposed sanctions on 47 individuals and 245 businesses for repeatedly issuing dud cheques. In a statement released today, the central bank identified 47 individuals and 245 business entities who issued dud cheques at least three times between January 2022 and January 2024, despite previous warnings. The […]
Stonebwoy’s Reggae Geel performance receives praise from reggae icon Luciano
Reigning Telecel Ghana Music Awards (TGMA) Artiste of the Year, Stonebwoy, delivered a memorable performance at the 2024 Reggae Geel Festival in Belgium. The festival, which is one of Europe’s biggest reggae festival stages, drew more than 50,000 patrons and was headlined by some of the world’s top music heavyweights. Stonebwoy took his turn on […]
Nigerian protesters arrested for waving Russian flag
About 40 people have been arrested in northern Nigeria for waving Russia’s national flag during protests against the high cost of living and what they feel is “bad governance”. Amid this crackdown, army chief Christopher Musa warned that it is a “treasonable offence” to fly the flags of foreign countries. Nigeria has seen six days […]
Thriving Cannabis Industry: A Golden Opportunity for Ghana
By Mark Darko, CEO of Chamber of Cannabis Industry, Ghana The global cannabis industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by increasing legalization and recognition of its medicinal and economic potential. As countries around the world embrace cannabis for both medicinal and industrial uses, Ghana stands at the threshold of a transformative era, poised to harness […]
