We will abolish E-levy in our first budget- Ato Forson
By Ashiadey Dotse Finance Minister-Designate, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has reiterated his commitment to abolish the E-Levy, describing it as a tax that hinders Ghana’s progress toward a cashless economy. During his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Dr. Forson firmly stated that his stance on the E-Levy has not changed. He emphasized that the levy […]
53 Years Since Ghana’s 1972 Coup: A Turning Point in the Nation’s History
By Spendilove Incoom On January 13, 1972, Colonel Ignatius Kutu Acheampong, then commander of Ghana’s First Infantry Brigade, led a bloodless coup that overthrew Dr. Kofi Abrefa Busia’s Progress Party government. The coup ended Ghana’s Second Republic and ushered in a military regime under the National Redemption Council (NRC). Acheampong cited economic mismanagement, rising inflation, […]
Statue of former President Akufo-Addo vandalised again in Sekondi
By Ashiadey Dotse The statue of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, located at the Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital roundabout in Sekondi, has been completely destroyed. This is the second time the monument has been vandalised. The first incident happened on December 16, 2024, when unknown individuals damaged the statue’s leg. Although the statue was […]
LIVE: Vetting of ministerial nominees begins
The vetting process for the first set of ministerial nominees presented by President John Mahama has begun. The vetting began with Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Member of Parliament for Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam and current Majority Leader. Others to be vetted by the committee are John Abdulai Jinapor, Minister-designate for Energy, and Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, the […]
GFA appoints Kassim Ocansey as new Black Meteors head coach
By Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA) has appointed Kassim Ocansey ‘Mingle’ as the Head Coach of the Black Meteors, Ghana’s male U23 football team. This decision comes on the heels of Maxwell Konadu’s departure to take up a position with South African National First Division side Black Leopards. Mingle’s appointment marks a significant […]
Parliament begins vetting of Mahama’s ministerial nominees Today
By Franice Tandoh Parliament will on Monday, January 13, 2025, commence the vetting of the first batch of ministerial nominees submitted by President John Dramani Mahama. The process, a constitutional mandate, will be overseen by the Appointments Committee of Parliament, which was constituted on January 9, 2025. The vetting will begin with Dr. Cassiel Ato […]
Ghanaian Players Abroad: Antoine Semenyo, Kamaldeen, Salisu and Andre Ayew shine brightly
By Kwame Bediako Ghanaian footballers, across the various leagues in the world showcased their exceptional skills and talent this weekend as they contributed significantly to their teams. In England’s FA Cup, Thomas Partey came off the bench for Arsenal in a nail-biting match against Manchester United, where the Gunners ultimately fell short in a penalty […]
President Mahama pledges to finish uncompleted health projects
BY REGINA KWAPONG President John Dramani Mahama has revealed plans to complete all unfinished health facilities across the country, prioritising healthcare as a key objective for his new government. This move aims to provide every citizen with access to quality medical care, regardless of their location or economic status. Speaking at the National Prayer and […]
Adjei Dickens Ofori Asare writes: Akufo-Addo’s statue pulled down; Vandalism is not activism
The recent vandalism of former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s statue in Takoradi, Western region, is a disturbing act that undermines our democratic values. I am not a die-hard fan of Akufo-Addo or anything. But as a Ghanaian, I believe that our leaders—regardless of their flaws or accomplishments—deserve some level of respect and acknowledgement for […]
MTN FA Cup Round of 32: Kotoko, Hearts advance; Defending champions Nsoatreman and Dreams FC knocked out
By Kwame Bediako The MTN FA Cup Round of 32 showcased some unpredictable nature of football on Saturday, January 11, and Sunday, January 12, 2025, with some nail-biting moments as football fans were treated to a series of matches that not only highlighted the skill of the players but also the resilience of the teams. […]
More than 700 structures destroyed by fire at Techiman
By Lucy Mawufemor Kpeglo On Sunday evening, January 12, 2025, a devastating fire broke out at the Techiman Central Market in the Bono East region, resulting in the destruction of several structures. The Ghana National Fire Service responded promptly, according to a post shared on social media, with firefighters arriving on the scene within a […]
President Mahama dissolves statutory boards, commissions and councils
By: Rebecca Ampah The President, John Dramani Mahama, has dissolved all statutory boards, corporations, commissions, and councils appointed by the previous administration, in line with the Presidential (Transition) Act, 2012 (Act 845). In a statement released by the presidency, government clarified that this decision impacts only statutory bodies, excluding independent constitutional commissions. “In due course, […]
National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service held
President John Mahama and Vice President Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang are joining worshippers at a Christian National Prayer and Thanksgiving Service. This follows a similar event held last Friday at the National Mosque in Kanda, Accra, dubbed the National Muslim Prayer and Thanksgiving Service. Watch here: More stories here
Anaesthetist Michael Ziem adjudged most outstanding worker for 2024 at Upper West Regional Hospital
By Emmanuel Mensah-Abludo The Upper West Regional Hospital has honoured 53 staff of the facility at its 2024 annual staff awards ceremony in Wa. The event themed “Recognising and Celebrating Our hardworking Staff” saw Deputy Chief Anaesthetist, Michael Ziem emerging as the most outstanding worker for the period under review. Mr Ziem received a motorbike […]
