In a bold move, the youth of Aboabo, a farming community in the Bibiani-Anhwiaso-Bekwai Municipality, have issued a stern warning to the government, threatening a massive protest over attempted illegal mining activities in the local forest reserve. The community’s patience has worn thin, and they demand immediate action to …
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Lawyer Threatens Legal Action Against New Crusading Guide
Lawyer Roberta Ama Anokye (left) Lawyer Roberta Ama Anokye has threatened legal action against the New Crusading Guide, an Accra-based private news paper. The newspaper in its Friday, November 7, edition accused the legal brain of Landguard Tactics in Contentious Dispute To the paper, a fierce land …
Read More »NPP’s Nepotistic Governance: Unpacking Akufo-Addo and Bawumia’s Insensitive Ministerial Appointments-Ahmed M. Gedel writes
Ghana’s ministerial appointments have fluctuated significantly under various administrations, reflecting differing priorities. The National Democratic Congress (NDC) appointed 82 ministers between 1992 and 2000. In contrast, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) increased this count to 93 between 2000 and 2008. Notably, the NDC under Professor Mills reduced ministerial appointments to …
Read More »NPP Parliamentary Candidate Ekow Ewusi Provides Relief to Abura Market Fire Victims
In the wake of a devastating fire outbreak at Abura Market, Hon. Ekow Ewusi, the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) parliamentary candidate for Cape Coast North, has demonstrated remarkable compassion and leadership. Following the blaze, Ewusi swiftly assisted the Ghana National Fire Service and Electricity Company of Ghana in controlling the …
Read More »UBA Ghana Launches 10th Anniversary Edition of National Essay Competition, Celebrating a Decade of Educational Impact
UBA Ghana proudly announces the 10th Anniversary of its National Essay Competition, a flagship initiative that has empowered Ghanaian students with critical thinking and writing skills while promoting educational excellence. Launched for the first time in Kumasi at Prempeh College, the anniversary event gathered students from Yaa Asantewaa …
Read More »Green Ambassadors Programme Empowers Accra’s Young Girls as Climate Leaders
In a bid to inspire the next generation of environmental stewards, the Green Ambassadors Programme is equipping young girls in Accra with the knowledge and skills to address climate change head-on. An initiative by Girls in Climate and led by the youth team of Active Minds Leadership Initiative, the …
Read More »Bright Botchway to Ghanaians:Replace Ineffective Leaders with Visionary.John mahama is the best to lead Ghana
In a recent interview on Atinka FM, National Deputy Director of the NDC’s Traders and Artisans Network, Mr. Bright Botchway, called on Ghanaians to rise and demand better leadership. He directed sharp criticism at Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, noting that despite being part of the npp for the past …
Read More »Trade, aid, security: What does Trump’s win mean for Africa?
As it became clear that Donald Trump had landed the US presidency for the second time, leaders from across Africa began tweeting their congratulations. “Zimbabwe stands ready to work with you”, wrote Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, eyeing a diplomatic reset, while Nigeria’s Bola Tinubu expressed hope that Trump’s second term …
Read More »‘Nebuchadnezzar’ trends after Akufo-Addo unveiled a statue of himself at Effia-Nkwanta
The statue of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, recently erected at the Effia-Nkwanta Hospital in Sekondi, has sparked widespread debate among Ghanaians on social media. The president unveiled the statue during his tour of the Western Region, and Western Regional Minister Kwabena Okyere Darko Mensah explained that it was created to …
Read More »Speaker adjourns Parliament indefinitely again as NPP MPs fail to show up
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has once again adjourned the house indefinitely on Thursday, November 7, after Members of Parliament (MPs) from the New Patriotic Party (NPP) failed to attend the session. The Speaker announced that without the presence of the NPP MPs, the house could not meet the quorum …
Read More »Partey dropped as Otto Addo names Black Stars’ squad for games against Angola and Niger
Arsenal midfielder, Thomas Partey has been dropped from the Black Stars squad for the games against Angola and Niger. Partey’s exclusion and the naming of three local players are the two major calls by Otto Addo in the 25-man squad. Partey and defender Mohammed Salisu are the big misses in …
Read More »Mohammed Kudus banned for 5 matches, fined £60,000 for EPL misconduct
Black Stars forward Mohammed Kudus has been suspended for five matches by the Regulatory Commission of the English Football Association (FA) after being red-carded for a violent incident in West Ham’s match against Tottenham in the league. The statement released by the FA indicated that Kudus acknowledged he did not act …
Read More »Why Kamala Harris lost: A flawed candidate or doomed campaign?
Nearly a month ago, Kamala Harris appeared on ABC’s The View in what was expected to be a friendly interview aimed at pitching herself to Americans who wanted to know more about her. But the sit-down was quickly overshadowed by her response to a question on what she would have …
Read More »Two killed after fuel tanker rams into vehicles at Konongo
Two people died on the spot after a fuel tanker, which failed its brakes in an attempt to avoid crashing, rammed into a Kia truck and a Hyundai Elantra at Konongo in the Ashanti Region. The accident occurred Wednesday, November 6, 2024 evening. CCTV footage shared on social media shows …
Read More »American influencer Adin Ross wins $1.6m after betting on Trump to win election
American streamer and social media influencer Adin Ross has come out as one of the big winners in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, securing a $1.6 million payout after betting on Donald Trump to win. Adin Ross disclosed on his social media accounts that he had placed a $1 million …
Read More »High-Life with Heart: Dangerous Burner & Kweku Darlington Inspire with ”Susuka”
The latest high-life song from Kumasi has arrived! Rising Ghanaian star Dangerous Burner has shaken up the music scene with his powerful new song, Susuka, featuring acclaimed artist Kweku Darlington. This track, which translates to “you’ve said enough” or “watch what you say,” is an anthem for the resilient, offering …
Read More »Resetting Ghana:NDC Holds Pivotal Communication Workshop In Agona West
The Agona West Constituency Communication Bureau of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) recently hosted a comprehensive communication workshop at the Cottage Na Grill Hotel in Agona Swedru. The event, themed “Effective Communication for Resetting Ghana,” aimed to equip participants with modern communication skills to effectively engage the public and articulate …
Read More »John Mahama Heads to Agona West: Friday, Nov 8
John Mahama, Ghana’s opposition leader and former president, is set to visit Agona Swedru on Friday, November 8, 2024, at the Main Lorry Station. This highly anticipated event is part of the National Democratic Congress’s (NDC) campaign to “reset Ghana” for jobs, accountability, and prosperity. Hosted by NDC’s parliamentary candidate, …
Read More »Ghanaian businesses must align vision with strategy to mitigate ESG Risks – KPMG
Bernard Owusu-Ansah Bernard Owusu-Ansah, a Manager with KPMG Ghana’s Governance, Risk and Compliance Services (GRCS) unit, has urged Ghanaian businesses to first align their organisational vision with their strategy to effectively mitigate Environment, Social, Governance (ESG) risks in their businesses. Mr. Owusu-Ansah made this call while speaking during a …
Read More »AUSC Appoint Reks Brobby… To Serve On 2027 African Games Tech. Cttee
Reks Brobby The African Union (AU) Sports Authority Board has nominated Olympian Reks Brobby to serve on the Technical Committee of the 2027 African Games slated for Egypt. During AUSC’s Ordinary Session held in Algeria last month, it considered engaging experts to serve on the Technical Committee in …
Read More »Dr. Lawrence writes: Election 2024: The Judiciary is more dangerous than the EC
For about two weeks now, there has been the talk of Minority Leader, Hon. Afenyo-Markin seeking interpretation at the Supreme Court of Article 97 (1) (g and h) of Ghana’s Constitution. When you explain it to the NPP folks, then they ask you if is it now or in …
Read More »Driving Excellence: Leading Attoman Group Limited to New Heights
As the Chief Executive Officer of Attoman Group Limited, a renowned engineering and construction company specializing in supply chain management and commodities, I provide visionary leadership and strategic direction to drive business growth, innovation, and success. My primary responsibility is to set the company’s vision and mission, developing and implementing …
Read More »NDC’s Agona West Youth Organizer Unveils Empowerment Initiative
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has reaffirmed its dedication to youth empowerment and community development in Agona West. As the Youth Organizer, Frank Freebody Mensah has introduced several initiatives aimed at equipping young party members with valuable skills, fostering entrepreneurship, and promoting self-sufficiency. Recently, Mensah sponsored two dedicated party members …
Read More »CARE International Honors National Service Persons at Ceremony
CARE International in Ghana has hosted a ceremony at its Accra office, celebrating the contributions of ten outgoing National Service Persons (NSPs) while welcoming a new cohort of nineteen for the 2024/25 service year. This event highlights CARE’s commitment to developing young talent for sustainable development, focusing on capacity …
Read More »Agona West Communication Bureau Hosts Workshop for Effective Communication
The Agona West Communication Bureau is organizing a communication workshop aimed at equipping communicators with modern skills and techniques for effective communication. The event, scheduled for Saturday, November 2, 2024, at 1:00 PM prompt, will take place at Cottage Na Grill Hotel in Agona Swedru. Expected participants include Constituency Executives, …
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