Non-Communicable diseases are silent killers – Dr. Baffour Awuah
Story by Lilian Owusu-Mensah The Chief Programmes Officer, Medical and Dental at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Baffour Awuah has stated that Non-Communicable diseases can best be described as silent killers, and everybody is at risk. He said this is because these are diseases that do not really show anything or give warning signs to […]
Illegal mining activities on river bodies, still a concern – Cecilia Dapaah
By Yvonne Atilego & Franklin Asare-Donkoh The Ministry of Sanitation and Water Resources says it is grappling with illegal mining activities on river bodies. Sector Minister Cecilia Abena Dapaah speaking during a media briefing in Accra added that a chunk of money goes into water treatment which does not augur well as it works to […]
Ghana’s Eurobond, third largest in Africa – Ranking Member of Finance Committee
Story: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH Ranking Member of the Finance Committee of the 8th Parliament of the Republic of Ghana, Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson, has disclosed that Ghana’s Eurobond is the third-largest in Africa. The Ranking Member of the Finance Committee who made the disclosure in a one-on-one interview on GTV’s flagship programme the Breakfast Show […]
Bureau of Public Safety reveals rising crime in Ghana
By Abraham Donkor The Bureau of Public Safety has revealed that violent crimes in the country went up by 40.8 % compared to the situation in 2020. This was contained in the 2021 edition of the annual ‘Ghana Public Safety and Crime Report. Data in the report indicated that associated deaths also went up by […]
Four suspects arrested following attacks on Court, Assembly and Police Offices
The Western Regional Police Command says they have picked up four suspects in connection with the attacks on the Nkroful Magistrate Court, the Esiama Police Divisional Headquarters, and the Ellembelle District Assembly. The four (4) suspects, Richard Tetteh, Kwame Gorkeh Miah, Michael Anyimiah, and Cosmos Gadekor were among a group of people who rioted at […]
UAE to help African countries diversify their economies
By Edward Nyarko The United Arab Emirates, UAE had indicated its commitment to assisting economies in Africa to diversify. Receiving the African Development Bank Head, the Minister of State in charge of African Affairs, His Excellency Sheikh Shakhbout, spoke about the UAE’s desire to help African countries diversify their economies, provide value-added support for small […]
WPL: Hasaacas Ladies remain unbeaten after 14 round of matches
By Akosua Adjei Ghana Women’s Premiere league defending champions Hasaacas Ladies continue their unbeaten streak in the ongoing 2021/2022 season. The CAF Women’s Champions league finalist have set their eyes on winning their 5th title and representing Ghana once again on the biggest club showpiece on the continent. The Sekondi based team is the only […]
GRIDCo, ECG allay fears about load shedding in Accra
The Ghana Grid Company, GRIDCo, and the Electricity Company of Ghana, ECG, have assured the public that the reconstruction of transmission lines from Achimota to Mallam substations will not lead to any load shedding. A joint statement issued by the two organisations drew attention to media reports that the reconstruction will lead to 84 days […]
”Fixing the Country Movement”, describes Dr. Bawumia Economy Talk as, ‘Optimistic’
By Bright Kofi Agamah The Pressure Group, ‘Fixing the Country Movement,’ says last week’s lecture on the economy by Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, is one of optimism, joy, and reflection. The group said the lecture displayed a lot of clear policy ideas on how to deal with the COVID-19 challenges to build a robust economy. […]
International Friendly: Black Queens Set for Morocco Clash
By Akosua Adjei The senior national women’s team, Black Queens is set to face off with Morocco in an international friendly. The Queens who emplaned to Rabat on Sunday will contend with the Atlas Lionness on Tuesday 12th April 2022 at the FAR Sportive stadium in Rabat. Meanwhile, Coach Mercy Tagoe Quarcoo who will be […]
Gambia Elections: Political parties fail to garner majority seats for National Assembly
By Edward Nyarko Certified results announced by the Independent Electoral Commission, IEC of the Gambia indicate that none of the political parties won absolute majority seats in the National Assembly. However, the ruling party, the National People’s Party, NPP garnered 19 seats out of the 53 seats up for grabs in Parliament, the United Democratic […]
Christians mark Palm Sunday heralding Easter season
Christendom today observed Palm Sunday, which signifies the triumphant entry of Jesus Christ into Jerusalem. On this day, Christians carry palm branches and wave them in processions while singing praises. The occasion, which is also called ‘passion Sunday’ on the Christian calendar, is the first day of the Holy Week and the Sunday before Easter. […]
Hajia Ramatu, Wife of Former Veep Aliu Mahama laid to rest in Tamale
By Joyce Kantam Kolamong The former Second Lady of the Republic of Ghana, Hajia Ramatu Aliu Mahama has been laid to rest in accordance with the Islamic tradition. She was buried beside her Late husband, Alhaji Aliu Mahama at their residence at Kalpohini in the Tamale Metropolis. Family members, sympathizers, and well-wishers who eulogized her […]
Supreme Court Quorum Judgement : Justice Abdulai files review
A Private Legal Practitioner and Plaintiff in the case that sought the Supreme Court’s interpretation on the voting rights of Deputy Speakers of Parliament when presiding, Justice Abdulai has filed for a review of the judgment. According to him, the verdict of the Court constitutes exceptional circumstances that resulted in the miscarriage of Justice. In […]
