Election 2024: Do not announce election results ahead of EC – CODEO to media
The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has urged media houses to avoid announcing election results before the Electoral Commission (EC) during the upcoming 2024 General Elections. This advisory was issued during the launch of the Citi FM and Channel One TV’s 2024 General Elections Coverage in Accra on Tuesday. CODEO emphasized the critical importance of preserving the integrity […]
Media Capacity Enhancement Programme kicks off at UniMAC with 100 journalists to be trained
Story By: Gloria Anderson The Minister for Information, Honourable Fatimatu Abubakar has officially inaugurated the third cohort of the Media Capacity Enhancement Programme (MCEP) at the University of Media Arts and Communication (UNIMAC) in North Dzorwulu today. The 3rd cohort will train 100 journalists in a hybrid session with 40 attending in person and 60 […]
UTAG threatens nationwide demo if illegal mining is not totally banned by September 30
Story By: Jeremiah Nutsugah The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has joined the growing chorus of voices calling for a ban on illegal small-scale mining, commonly known as galamsey, in forest reserves. The devastating impact of these activities on Ghana’s water bodies, forests, and agricultural lands has sparked widespread concern. In a press release, […]
John Mahama Inaugurates Ultramodern Lordina Foundation Maternity and Children’s Ward in Nkoranza
Story By: Celestine Avi Flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress, NDC, Mr. John Mahama, has inaugurated the Lordina Foundation Maternity and Children’s Ward at the Nkoranza Health Centre in the Bono East Region. The facility, constructed by his wife’s foundation, Mrs. Lordina Mahama, is fully equipped with advanced medical tools including incubators, ultrasound machines, and […]
Walewale NPP Parliamentary primary re-run ends in chaos after Police seize ballot boxes
The Walewale parliamentary primary re-run election has once again faced disruption, ending inconclusively after police seized the ballot boxes. Voting, which had already been delayed for several hours in the morning, concluded around 5 p.m. However, shortly after, the sorting process was interrupted when police removed the ballot boxes. Citi News North East Regional correspondent, […]
Government urged to invest in modern DNA sequencing technology for herbal medicine safety
By: Doreen Ampofo A call has gone to the government to invest in DNA sequencing technologies to improve healthcare delivery in Ghana. This follows suspicions that some herbal medicines may be adulterated due to the inability of producers to tell the DNA’s or make up of plants which may look similar. This comes in the […]
Ghana’s economy experiences stronger than expected growth in Q1 of 2024 – Bank of Ghana
By: Roselyn Ganyaglo The Bank of Ghana (BoG) in its latest Monetary Policy Report disclosed that Ghana’s economy posted stronger than expected growth in the first quarter of 2024, with GDP increasing by 4.7 percent. This represents a significant improvement compared to the 3.1 percent growth recorded in Quarter 1 (Q1) […]
John Mahama assures Ghanaians of enhanced security
National Democratic Congress, NDC, Flagbearer John Dramani Mahama has assured Ghanaians of adequate security when given the nod to lead the country. He said the era of Momo merchants being robbed and killed will be a thing of the past. He therefore warned armed robbers that their days are numbered as his government will deal […]
TAGG urges traders to prioritize safety after recent fire incidents
The Traders Advocacy Group Ghana (TAGG) is calling on local businesses and traders to prioritize fire safety measures following a recent series of fire incidents in Zongo Lane and the Kasoa business area. The fires, which have caused significant damage and disruption, highlight the urgent need for strict adherence to fire safety protocols. TAGG’s recommendations […]
Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education graduates 196 teachers at 16th Congregation
By: Jones Anlimah The Evangelical Presbyterian College of Education at Amedzofe, located in the Ho West District of the Volta Region, has held its 16th Congregation ceremony to graduate a total of 196 fresh teachers from the 2023 year group. The event, themed “Breaking the Status Quo; Teacher Education in a Technological World,” underscored the […]
