Ghana will seek additional IMF funds if need arises- Ato Forson
BY REGINA KWAPONG Finance Minister-designate, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has clarified his stance on seeking additional funding from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), contradicting earlier media reports. Appearing before the Appointments Committee of Parliament on Monday, January 13, Dr. Forson stressed that he never said the new government would request additional IMF funding, despite Ghana’s […]
I do not need a siren as MP – John Dumelo
The Member of Parliament for Ayawaso West Wuogon, John Dumelo, has stated his opposition to the use of sirens on vehicles by Members of Parliament (MPs) to ease transportation during their duties. Speaking in a widely circulated video, Mr Dumelo expressed his personal stance on the matter, noting that while sirens may facilitate movement, he […]
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 […]
Nigeria military kills 16 civilians in air strike ‘mistake’
At least 16 civilians in Nigeria’s north-western Zamfara State have been killed in a military air strike, apparently after being mistaken for criminal gangs. Residents told local media the victims were members of local vigilante groups and civilians defending themselves from armed gangs notorious for kidnapping people for ransom. The strikes targeted militant gangs in […]
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, […]
FC Barcelona trashed Real Madrid 5-2 to clinch 15th Spanish super cup title
By Ashiadey Dotse Football club Barcelona on Sunday January 12, 2025 clinched a record 15th super cup title after trashing their Spanish counter parts Real Madrid, 5-2 in the 2025 Spanish super cup final at the King Abdullah sport city stadium in Saudi Arabia. In the early embers of the game French super star Kylian […]
Obed Psych & Lamisi unite on heartfelt new single “Together Forever”
Obed Psych, the dynamic Ghanaian artist and Lamisi, one of Ghana’s most soulful voices, are answering the call of their fans with a collaboration that promises to be powerful and heartfelt. Their much-anticipated single, Together Forever, will be available on all major digital platforms on January 3, 2025. Together Forever is a celebration of loyalty, […]
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 […]
