Speaker Bagbin disregards SC’s directive to file a statement of the case in proceedings regarding vacant parliamentary seats
By: Franklin ASARE-DONKOH The Speaker of Ghana’s Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin is said to have disregarded a directive from Ghana’s Apex court, the Supreme Court (SC), to file his statement of the case in the ongoing hearing of the case filed by the leader of the New Patriotic Party group in Parliament […]
No one is more committed to an inclusive society than Dr. Bawumia – Samira Bawumia
Mrs. Samira Bawumia, Wife of Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, has assured minority and marginalised communities of equality under the leadership of her husband, who is also Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for Election 2024. She said the government of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo remained most committed to the development of an inclusive […]
German Scientists visiting Ghana say Science is basis for ensuring peaceful democratic systems
By: Rebecca Ekpe The West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) has hosted a delegation of high-level of academia, policymakers and scientists from Hamburg, Germany for a networking workshop. The delegation was led by Senator Kathrina Fegebank, the Second Mayor of Hamburg and Senator of Science, Research and equality. […]
Ghana’s crude oil production increases by 10.7 percent for first half of 2024
By: Rebecca Ekpe After a decline of 13.2 percent in the previous period, Crude oil production in Ghana for the first half of 2024 showed an appreciable increase by 10.7 percent. According to the Public Interest Accountability Committee (PIAC), the increase could primarily be due to the coming on stream of the Jubilee South East (JSE) […]
Government to introduce Edutourism to enrich Ghana’s educational appeal – Dr. Adutwum
Dr. Yaw Osei Adutwum, Minister of Education, has announced plans to launch an ‘edutourism’ initiative aimed at attracting international students and educators to Ghana. This innovative program will blend educational experiences with cultural immersion, allowing visitors to engage in Ghana’s rich history and vibrant culture. Speaking on behalf of Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, flagbearer of the […]
30-year-old from Dachira to spend eight years in prison for defilement
A Gender-Based Violence Court has sentenced Dennis Darf, a 30-year-old mason, to eight years in prison for defiling a minor. Darf, who was charged with defilement, pleaded guilty to the offence. The Court, presided over by Judge Dora Eshun, convicted, and sentenced him based on his guilty plea. The Prosecution, led by Chief […]
Government to absorb cost of dialysis of kidney patients for free under NHIS – Bawumia
Effective December 1, all dialysis treatment regardless of age would be covered free by the National Health Insurance Scheme, NHIS. This follows the successful pilot of free dialysis for patients under 18 years and 60 years and above. The Presidential Candidate of the New Patriotic Party, NPP, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia announced this at a Stakeholder […]
Mahama donates vehicles to support Islamic education and community outreach
Former President John Dramani Mahama has donated a 7-seater vehicle to the Islamic Education Unit (IEU) of the Ghana Education Service (GES) at a brief ceremony in Tamale, during his five-day campaign tour of the Northern Region. The General Manager of the IEU, Mr. Abdul Karim Bapuni, accepted the vehicle on behalf of the organization, […]
Moderator of Presbyterian Church of Ghana cautions Ghanaians against blindly defending corrupt politicians
By: Antoinette Abbah The Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rt Rev Dr Abraham Kwakye, has called on Ghanaians to blindly stop defending politicians who misuse public funds. He said the situation where they often rally in protest when corrupt politicians are arrested, must be condemned. Rt Rev Dr Kwakye said this at the […]
Inaki Williams to miss AFCON qualifier games against Angola and Niger due to injury
By: Nana Kwame Bediako Athletic Bilbao’s striker, Inaki Williams, is set to miss the crucial final round of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The Black Stars will face off against Angola and Niger without their key forward, following confirmation from his club that the 30-year-old has sustained a hamstring injury. This development […]
