Ghana Armed Forces begins preparatory training towards election 2020
The Second Battalion of Infantry of the Ghana Armed Forces at Apremdo in the Western Region has started preparatory training in internal security tactics, techniques and procedures of crowd management, control and dispersal. The objective is to prepare troops for election security and public safety, amidst threats of terrorism in the Sub-Region. They will be […]
7 things that happen if you burn bay leaves
If you enjoy cooking, you already know that bay, or laurel, leaves are ideal for various dishes, as their pleasant smell adds fire and life to them. Yet, apart from smelling and tasting good, these leaves are also beneficial for the entire body. They have powerful detoxifying properties, fight infections, improve heart health, and ease […]
Re-Opening Of Schools
RE-OPENING DATE FOR SCHOOLS PUSHED BACK TO JANUARY, 2020. The 16th COVID-19 broadcast by President Akufo Addo was highly anticipated for obvious reasons. First, was the issue of re-opening of the country’s airspace. Second, was the re-opening of schools for Basic school pupils and first- and second-year students to get back into the classroom for […]
MP calls for peaceful elections
The Member of Parliament for Madina, Alhaji Boniface Abubakar Saddique, has called on politicians to be tolerant with opposing views to ensure peace prevails before, during and after the elections. At a meeting with the Patriotic Ambassadors, a wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at Madina, he urged the electorate to vote massively for […]
Avoid Intemperate Language In 2020 Election Campaign
NEWS COMMENTARY ON LET US EMBARK ON PEACEFUL CAMPAIGNS BEFORE THE 2020 ELECTION Once again, Ghanaians will be going to the polls for the presidential and parliamentary elections in December. Conducting the elections in a peaceful and credible manner will further deepen the democratic credentials of the country as Ghana has been described by many […]
Kenya’s Victoria Rubadiri wins BBC World News Komla Dumor award
Kenyan investigative reporter and TV anchor Victoria Rubadiri has won the 2020 BBC World News Komla Dumor Award. Rubadiri is a presenter with Citizen TV in Kenya, where she hosts the channel’s prime-time shows. She’s a multifaceted journalist in East Africa and has interviewed some of the leading names in politics and current affairs. The […]
NSS releases 2020-2021 postings
The Management of the National Service Scheme (NSS) has released postings of a total of 86,478 eligible graduates from Accredited Tertiary Institutions and Private Registrants who enrolled for the 2020/2021 National Service to various user agencies across the country. The Scheme directs all eligible National Service Personnel to log onto its website www.nss.gov.gh, to check […]
Guinea’s leader Condé accepts nomination for third term
The President of Guinea, Alpha Condé, has accepted his party’s nomination to seek a controversial third term. Mr Condé, who was first elected in 2010, pushed through a constitutional change in a referendum in March which allowed him to stand for a third term. The vote was boycotted by the opposition and sparked mass protests. […]
NASPA holds 2019-2020 annual week celebration in Tamale
The National Service Personnel Association (NASPA) 2019-2020 batch has organized its annual week celebration in Tamale. According to the Northern Regional President of NASPA, Toyibu Abdul-Kahad, the celebration is aimed at bringing together all National Service Personnel in the Northern Region to redefine, orientate and decentralize the image of the Association towards socio-economic development. This […]
Trump defends supporters accused in deadly clashes
US President Donald Trump has defended supporters for their alleged roles in recent deadly street clashes. He suggested a teen accused of killing two in Wisconsin last week and Trump fans involved in clashes in Oregon on Saturday had acted in self-defence. He said Joe Biden, his Democratic challenger in the 3 November election, had […]
