New sets of traffic lights for Upper East residents- Minister assures
The Minister of Roads and Highways, Kwasi Amoako Atta, has assured residents in the Upper East Region of new sets of traffic lights to reduce road traffic accidents. He said all malfunctioning ones in the region including those in Bolgatanga, Bawku and Navrongo will be fixed. The Roads and Highways Minister gave the assurance at […]
BOXING: Joseph ‘jojo’ Awinongya is future of Ghana and world boxing- Asamoah Gyan
Former captain and skipper of the senior national football team, the Black Stars, Asamoah Gyan believes American-Born Ghanaian amateur boxer, Joseph ‘Jojo’ Awinongya Jnr, is a great prospect for Ghana and world boxing judging from the successful bouts won by the youngster and National titles under his sleeves as well as his enthusiasm and aggressive […]
Government to construct 3 in 1 project at €65 million- Amoako-Atta
The Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwasi Amoako-Atta has reiterated the assurance President Akufo-Addo gave in 2017 that the Dikpe Bridge in the Lawra Municipality will be constructed. He said the President has directed that three bridges, Dikpe in Upper West, Ankobra and Iture in the Western Region should be worked on as composite project. […]
We have medical team on standby to deal with COVID-19 case — UEW Dean assures as students return
The Ajumako Campus of the University of Education, Winneba (UEW), in the Central Region, has put in place a standby medical team to attend and manage any case of Covid-19. The Dean, Faculty of Ghanaian Languages, UEW, Ajumako Campus, Professor Charles Owu-Ewie, made the revelation when Zoomlion Ghana Limited disinfected the campus on Friday, (June […]
John Mahama calls for withdrawal of Public Universities Bill
The NDC Flagbearer, John Mahama, has waded into the debate on the Public Universities Bill that has been laid in parliament. In a post on his facebook wall, Mr Mahama made a strong case for government to withdraw the Bill because it seeks to control and undermine the independence of intellectuals and other researchers in […]
GIS intercepts 141 gallons of fuel at Aflao border
The Aflao Sector Command of the Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has intercepted 141 jerrycans of fuel being smuggled out of Ghana into neighbouring Togo. The gallons of fuel were intercepted in two separate operations Saturday night and in the custody of the GIS, Aflao Command pending further investigations to arrest the suspects who fled into […]
Ghana Beverage virtual Awards ceremony exceeds expectations
The maiden virtual edition of the Ghana Beverage Awards (GBA) has been successfully organised in adherence to the stipulated COVID-19 protocols, to ensure the safety of all its stakeholders. ‘Club Beer’ emerged the winner of the prestigious ‘Product of the Year’ award which is the ultimate award. Other winners on the night include, Voltic Natural […]
RAF Lakenheath: US fighter jet crashes into North Sea
A US Air Force pilot is missing after a fighter jet crashed into the North Sea. The F-15C Eagle, from the 48th Fighter Wing at RAF Lakenheath in Suffolk, crashed shortly after 09:40 BST while on a training mission. The cause of the crash is currently unknown but the US Air Force confirmed only one […]
Maria Ressa: Philippine journalist found guilty of cyber libel
In a case seen as a test of the Philippines’ media freedom, journalist Maria Ressa has been found guilty of cyber libel. She has denied the charges and claims they are politically motivated. A former writer for her news site, Rappler, was also convicted. Both have been released on bail pending appeal, but could face […]
Two farming Communities identified as hotspots for child labour in Sunyani West
Two farming Communities in the Sunyani West Municipality, Kwatiri and Adentia have been identified as hotspots for child labour in the Bono Region. The Area is also a hotbed for teenage pregnancies and school dropouts among children under 18 years, making it necessary for traditional leaders, NGOs and other individuals to join hands to fight […]
National Blood Service appeals for donors to save blood bank from collapse
The National Blood Service has made a passionate appeal for blood donations after it witnessed a 21 percent cut in donation over the last few months. From January to May this year, the service had only 57 thousand units of blood donations as against 73 thousand units during the same period last year. This means […]
NDC to evaluate NPP’s 2016 manifesto at party’s briefing
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) says it will assess the governing New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2016 manifesto at its weekly forum today (June 15). A statement from the National Communications Officer, Sammy Gyamfi said the forum will be on the theme: “NPP 2016 Manifesto in Perspective: Claims, Deception and Reality. The purpose of the programme […]
Ghana’s COVID-19 cases now at 11,964
247 new cases of COVID-19 have been recorded bringing Ghana’s confirmed cases to a total of 11,964. The latest update on the Ghana Health Service portal are as follows; Active cases 7,652 Recoveries 4,258 Deaths 54 Count of Cases per Region (Case Count from Highest to Lowest) Greater Accra Region – 7,138 Ashanti Region – […]
Ghanaian Highlife Legend Nana Tuffour dies
Ghanaian highlife legend, Nana Tuffour has passed on. His family confirmed the unfortunate development to citinewsroom.com. Nana Tuffour reportedly died today, Monday, June 15, 2020, at the Okomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital in Kumasi after a short illness. Nana Tuffour, widely known for his ‘Abeiku’ song, also had hit songs such as ‘Odo Kakra Sika Kakra’, […]
