No $34.9M has been paid to Ghana Auto Group Limited to supply spare parts – Health Ministry
The Ministry of Health has vehemently denied allegations of paying $34.9 million to Ghana Auto Group Limited for the provision of spare parts. The allegations, raised by the Member of Parliament for North Tongu, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, claimed that a procurement deal for ambulance spare parts worth $34 million was a collusion between former Finance […]
Vice President Bawumia fulfills promise to Hilla Limann Senior High School
The Chiefs and People of the three traditional areas in the Sissala West District of the Upper West District showered praise on Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia for promptly fulfilling a promise to provide a Pickup vehicle to the only Senior High School in the District. The NPP flagbearer pledged to provide the vehicle to […]
Government misses revenue target by 1.9 percent in first half of 2024
Minister for Finance, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has disclosed that total revenue and grants for the first half of 2024 amounted to GH¢74.7 billion, below the target of GH¢76.1 billion, representing 1.9 percent. He said despite the shortfalls, the outturn showed a nominal year-on-year growth of 24.6 percent and constituted 42.3 percent of the budget’s […]
University of Local Governance and Development to start soon
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has approved the establishment of the University of Local Governance and Development. The pioneering institution is set to address the critical needs and gaps in the country’s local government system, with a relevant Bill expected to be placed before Parliament to finalise the process. The Minister of Local Government, Decentralisation […]
Ghana’s Supreme Court declares as constitutional criminal law against unnatural carnal knowledge
By: Beatrice Oppon The Supreme Court has upheld the constitutionality of the country’s criminal law against consensual gay, anal and any unnatural sexual intercourse. The Court has thus dismissed a suit challenging the constitutionality of Section 104 (1) (b) of the Criminal Offences Act 29. The writ was filed by a Law Lecturer Dr Prince […]
Delay in ratifying lithium and bauxite agreement and concerns of chiefs and people
By: Kingsley Nana Buadu Two paramount Chiefs in the Central Region where Lithium deposit is found in larger quantities have expressed worry over what they described as the delay in the approval of the lithium and bauxite mining agreement in parliament. According to them, the found mineral in the area is a major breakthrough for […]
GFA fines RTU GHc100,000 for fielding unregistered players against Dreams FC
By: Nana Kwame Bediako The Ghana Football Association (GFA), has struck Real Tamale United (RTU) with significant penalties for fielding unregistered players during their Matchday 28 fixture against Dreams FC. The decision comes after thorough investigations. RTU has been slapped with a hefty fine of GHc100,000, a punishment aimed at deterring future infractions and reinforcing […]
President inaugurates police housing project
By: Bright Ntramah President Akufo-Addo has inaugurated 320 housing units in Tesano, Accra for the police service as part of ongoing efforts to improve the living conditions of security personnel. The housing units according to the President is a reward for the loyalty and service of the police to the nation. Addressing Officers and men […]
Government’s efforts in enhancing police logistics and housing laudable – Henry Quartey
By: Gloria Amoh The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso Central who doubles as the Interior Minister, Henry Quartey says the government has shown an unwavering commitment to resourcing the Ghana Police Service. Speaking at the inauguration of the 320-housing-units for the Ghana Police Service today, July 23, 2024, Mr. Henry Quartey said the Police Service […]
GNAT stages walk out on Deputy Minister over failed one Teacher, one Laptop promise
The National Council of the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT)has staged a walkout on the Deputy Education Minister, Prof Kingsley Nyarko, and their national leadership for reneging on a promise to provide a laptop each to teachers across the country. The government in 2021 deducted 30 percent of teachers’ salaries to undertake the “one […]
