“Any MP caught participating in Galamsey will face serious sanctions,” Speaker Bagbin warns
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Ghana’s Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin, has announced that Members of Parliament (MPs) caught engaging in illegal mining, known in Ghanaian parlance as galamsey, will face severe repercussions. The Rt. Hon. Speaker gave the hint when addressing MPs on the floor of the House on Tuesday, January 28, […]
We’re committed to tackling Accra’s filth – AMA PRO assures
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Public Relations Officer (PRO) of Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA), Mr. Gilbert Ankrah, has assured residents of the capital that the assembly is committed to ensuring waste is collected consistently in all areas under its jurisdiction. Mr. Ankrah, who gave this assurance during an interview with Accra-based Citi FM on Wednesday, January […]
Omane Boamah: Fighting galamsey needs more than military action
By Ashiadey Dotse The Minister designate for Defence, Dr. Edward Omane Boamah, has called for a broader approach to tackle illegal mining, also known as galamsey, in Ghana. Speaking during his vetting by the Appointments Committee on January 28, 2025, Dr. Boamah said military efforts alone would not solve the problem permanently. Illegal mining has […]
President Mahama sacks SEC Boss, appoints Dr. Avedzi as Acting Head
By Ashiadey Dotse President John Dramani Mahama has terminated the appointment of Rev. Daniel Ogbarmey Tetteh from his position as Director-General of the Ghana Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The announcement was contained in a letter signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, the Executive Secretary to the President. Rev. Ogbarmey Tetteh has been instructed to hand […]
Two soldiers jailed 10 years each for robbery and kidnapping
The Asante Bekwai Circuit Court has sentenced two soldiers to ten years imprisonment each in hard labour for kidnapping and robbing a small-scale miner of GHC96,500.00 Air-force Lance Corporal (LAC) Alfred Mensah, 33 and LAC Matthew Amoako, 28, both denied conspiring to rob and kidnap Mr Andrews Asante. They were then taken through a full […]
Court adjourns Salifu Amoako’s accident case to Feb 17
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH An Accra Circuit Court, adjudicating the case involving the General Overseer of Alive Chapel International, Bishop Elijah Salifu Amoako, and his wife, Mouha, who are accused of allowing their unlicensed minor son to drive, has been adjourned to February 17 2025. The Accra Circuit Court, presided over by Mr. Samuel Bright Acquah, […]
Oliver Barker-Vormawor summoned before Appointments Committee over bribery allegations
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Chairman of the Appointments Committee of Parliament, who doubles as the first Deputy Speaker of the 9th Parliament under the Fourth Republic, Mr. Bernard Ahiafor has charged Mr. Oliver Barker-Vormawor to appear before the Appointments Committee on Wednesday, January 29, 2025, at 10:00 am. The committee described Barker Vormawor’s allegations that committee […]
Parliament vets minister nominee for Defence, Dr. Omane Boamah
Parliament has vetted of Edward Kofi Omane Boamah, the Minister-designate for Defence, following his nomination by President John Dramani Mahama. Watch here: More stories here
Kurt Okraku cleared to contest for CAF Executive Committee seat
By Kwame Bediako The President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Kurt Okraku, has received official clearance to run for a position on the Executive Committee of the Confederation of African Football (CAF). This announcement marks an important step in Okraku’s football administration career as he prepares to engage in the upcoming elections scheduled for […]
Residents decry faulty traffic light after accident at 37 Waterworks Area
By: Roberta Gayode Modin A two-vehicle collision involving a water tanker and a commercial passenger vehicle occurred on Tuesday, January 28, at 37 Waterworks Area near the Jubilee House in Accra, sparking fresh calls from pedestrians and eyewitnesses for city authorities to address the non-functional traffic light on the road. The accident, which involved a […]
Alex Segbefia appointed Chief of Staff to Vice President — See full list of appointees
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu President John Mahama has approved the appointment of some key individuals to the office of the Vice President. According to the statement issued on Tuesday, January 28, 2025, the key individuals are expected to bring their wealth of experience and expertise to their respective roles and contribute to the “Resetting Ghana […]
Organisations must prioritise Public Relations, Says Lecturer
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo Public Relations lecturer at the University of Media Arts and Communications, Institute of Journalism, Mr. Fuseini Iddrisu, has shared insights on the mistakes made by several organisations in ignoring the power of public relations for building customer relationships. During a discussion on the GTV Breakfast Show, the lecturer emphasised the importance […]
Government resolves CETAG migration onto University grades structure issue
By Josephine Kekeli Amuzu The Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) has announced the resolution of the long-standing issue of migrating staff at Colleges of Education onto the university grades structure. In a statement issued on 27 January 2025, the FWSC revealed that a Migration Committee was formed on 29 August 2024 to address the […]
Parliament vets Ashanti Regional minister-designate, Dr Frank Amoakohene
Dr Frank Amoakohene, the Ashanti Regional minister-designate is currently before Parliament’s Appointments Committee for vetting. Watch here: More stories here
