EC disqualifies PNC’s Bernard Mornah, Janet Nabla, 9 others from 2024 Presidential race
Ghana’s electoral management body, the Electoral Commission (EC) has disqualified the People’s National Convention (PNC) presidential aspirant, Mr. Bernard Mornah and Janet Nabla of the People’s National Party (PNP), from contesting in the December 7, 2024, presidential elections. Other presidential aspirants disqualified by the EC include Nana Stephens Adjepong, Paul Perkoh, James Kwesi Oppong, John […]
I went into coaching to avoid depression – Michael Essien
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Former Chelsea and Black Stars midfielder, Michael Essien has opened up on his decision to enter into coaching following his retirement from professional football. Essien, now 41 years old and holding a UEFA License A coaching certificate, has been serving as an individual player coach at the Danish club FC Nordsjaelland […]
Final funeral rites of gospel singer KODA underway
The final funeral rites for renowned Ghanaian gospel musician, Kofi Dua Anto, popularly known as KODA is currently happening at the KICC Dominion Centre, Spintex Road in Accra. Sea of mourners, well-wishers, friends and colleagues from the industry have joined the family to pay their last respects to the singer. The date was moved from […]
Black Sharks face Beach Soccer AFCON test against Egypt, Morocco and Tanzania in Group A
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Ghana’s Beach Soccer team, the Black Sharks, have been placed in Group A for the upcoming Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations, creating a buzz of anticipation and excitement. The group features not only the host nation, Egypt, but also strong contenders such as Morocco and Tanzania. This alignment promises a […]
NPP not against voter register audit, but due process must be followed – Frimpong Kodua
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has clarified that it is not opposed to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) call for a forensic audit of the 2024 voters register, but insists that the proper legal procedures must be adhered to. NPP General Secretary, Justin Frimpong Kodua, referenced a 2016 ruling by Justice V. C. R. A. […]
2024/25 Cocoa Freight rate increases by 5%
The Cocoa Marketing Company (CMC), Ghana Shippers’ Authority (GSA), and 17 shipping lines involved in Ghana’s cocoa trade have successfully concluded negotiations, agreeing to an average 5% increase in the basic freight rate for the 2024/2025 cocoa season. However, the Bunker (Fuel) Adjustment Factor (BAF) remains the same as last year. The new rates, based […]
NCCE declares indefinite strike: Aggrieved staff say they’ve been pushed to the wall
The staff union of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has defended its indefinite strike, saying it is borne out of the government’s neglect of the demands of its members. The aggrieved staff of NCCE declared an indefinite strike on Wednesday, September 18, in protest against the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission’s (FWSC) failure […]
NSA dismisses claims of mismanagement at US$16million TnA Stadium
The National Sports Authority (NSA) has denied allegations of neglect and mismanagement at the Tarkwa and Abosso (TnA) Stadium in Tarkwa, in the Western Region, following comments made by the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Tarkwa, Benjamin Kesse. In a press statement issued on September 18, 2024, the NSA refuted claims that it had been […]
Elections are about ballots, not bloodshed – Nanton NCCE Director
Mr Ibrahim Iddrisu, Nanton District Director of the National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) has said the 2024 elections should not be about butchering one another but one that embraces divergent views and encourages tolerance and harmony. He said elections were about ballots and not bullets, emphasising that the public must desist from using violence […]
Kwame Nkrumah Memorial Day: Monday, September 23, 2024, declared public holiday
The Ministry of Interior has declared Monday, September 23, 2024, as a statutory public holiday to honour the Memorial Day of Ghana’s first president, Osagyefo Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, which falls on September 21. In a statement issued on Thursday, September 19, the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, urged the public to observe the holiday […]
