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ECG disconnects Accra Academy from power grid over debt

The Accra Academy Senior High School (SHS) is currently without power due to disconnection by the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) over alleged unpaid arrears. Citi News‘ Fauzu Masawudu reported that as of 8:40 pm when he arrived, the entire campus was in darkness, with students using torchlights in their …

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Three busted for stealing rail tracks at Nsawam

Three suspects have been picked up by the Nsawam Municipal Police Command for stealing rail tracks. The suspects are, Ibrahim Adamu, Abdul Kadril, and Japharu Haruna. The three who were on board a Hyundai Mighty truck with registration number GS-3201-09, fully loaded with quantities of railway lines, were arrested by …

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FULL LIST: Campaign team for Bawumia unveiled

Ahead of the 2024 general elections, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has put together a campaign team to steer the party’s march towards “Breaking the Eight” – that is retaining power for a third consecutive term. The campaign team comprises senior members with experience in campaigning and political strategies, who are lined …

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PNC Women’s Organiser resigns

The National Women’s Organiser of the People’s National Convention (PNC), Madam Hidaya S. Ibrahim has officially announced her resignation from the party, effective immediately as of Tuesday, February 20th, 2024. Her decision, she explained, stems from thorough consultation and self-reflection concerning her political growth and development. In a press release, …

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2024 polls: EC reverses decision to eliminate indelible ink

The Electoral Commission (EC) has reversed its decision to eliminate the use of indelible ink in the upcoming elections following widespread objections from Ghanaians and various political parties. Dr. Eric Asare Bossman, the Deputy Electoral Commissioner in charge of Corporate Services, emphasized the importance of building trust and consensus ahead …

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Why Morocco will host 2025 AFCON in July-August

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has confirmed that the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) will take place in Morocco from July 23 to August 21. Morocco’s decision to host the AFCON in July-August comes after the North African country agreed to host the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup …

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Shatta Wale replies Nana Aba for comparing him to Sarkodie

Dancehall artiste, Shatta Wale, has expressed his displeasure with regard to how some individuals compare him to rapper, Sarkodie, in the music industry. According to him, he finds it baffling when some prominent personalities in the country compare him to other artistes such as Stonebwoy or Sarkodie to determine who is …

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Salaries of public sector workers increase by 23%

The Government of Ghana through the Controller and Accountant General has implemented a salary adjustment for public sector workers by 23 percent. The decision follows the conclusion of negotiations with relevant stakeholders on the base pay for 2024. Controller and Accountant General, Kwasi Kwaning-Bosompem, said the salary adjustment took effect …

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Countryman Songo declares war on John Paintsil after UTV appearance

Controversial sports journalist, Patrick Osei Agyemang, alias Countryman Songo has vowed to deal with former Black Stars right-back John Paintsil following the latter’s perceived unpopular comments about the state of Ghana football. Countryman Songo believes that the comments made by John Paintsil during his appearance on UTV’s United Showbiz programme …

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Newcastle releases captivating documentary on Christian Atsu’s life

Premier League side Newcastle United have released an emotional documentary chronicling the life of the late Ghanaian footballer, Christian Twasam Atsu. Christian Atsu met his untimely demise in the devastating earthquake that struck Turkey on February 18, 2023. A year after his passing, Newcastle United, the club where Atsu had …

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Nigerian actor Ramsey Nouah, others arrive in Ghana

A host of Nigerian actors have touched down in Ghana ahead of a movie produced by Ghanaian musician and actor Kwadwo Nkansah, popularly known as LilWin. Videos shared on LilWin’s official Instagram handle showed Nigerian filmmakers, including actor and producer Ramsey Nouah and comic actor Victor Osuagwu (Awilo Sharp Sharp), …

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MADAM AKUA DONKOR TO SUE PARLIAMENT

MADAM AKUA DONKOR TO SUE PARLIAMENT The founder and the presidential candidate for Ghana freedom party, madam Akua Donkor has threatened to sue parliament for stealing her manifesto. According to madam Akua Donkor, the agenda of speaking our local dialects in the House of Parliament that was raised in parliament …

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Re-assigned ministers must be vetted – Dafeamekpor

Re-assigned ministers must be vetted – Dafeamekpor President Akufo-Addo’s decision to reassign five Ministers of State to various ministries has drawn harsh criticism from Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, the Member of Parliament for South Dayi, who described the move as “untenable.” He contends that they must appear before the appointments committee …

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