POLITICS

Profile of new GES Director-General, Dr. Eric Nkansah

Following the exit of Prof Kwasi Opoku-Amankwa as Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES), President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has replaced him with Dr. Eric Nkansah. His appointment was confirmed in an October 19 letter signed by Secretary of the President, Nana Asante Bediatuo. According to a profile on the …

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Suame NDC party office vandalized ahead of constituency elections

Some irate members of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Suame Constituency of the Ashanti Region have vandalized the party office over alleged ghost names in the constituency album. The aggrieved members claimed they had been delisted from the voter roll and replaced with unknown faces. They also …

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Angry NDC youth lock up party office in Yeji

Some irate youth of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Pru East Constituency of the Bono East Region have locked up the party office in Yeji. The youth angered by the disqualification of two constituency executive aspirants in their numbers stormed the party office on Wednesday, October 19, …

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How Many Bananas Should A Person Eat In A Day?

Bananas are among the most popular fruits around the globe. They are very tasteful and equally nutritious. They contain carbohydrates, fiber, manganese, potassium, vitamins B6, C, among others. According to Healthline, a medium size banana, about ( 118 g) contain about 105 calories, 27 g of carbs, 1 g of proteins, …

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6 Popular Fruits With High Sugar Content

Fruits are generally considered nutritious and incredibly healthy. One of their oft-touted benefits is their high levels of natural sugars, which are believed to be healthier alternatives to added sugars, found in many sugar-sweetened beverages, and whose intake has been linked to increased risk of health issues such as diabetes, …

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Akufo-Addo appoints Dr. Eric Nkansah as new GES Director-General

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed Dr. Eric Nkansah to act as the new Director-General of the Ghana Education Service. His appointment takes effect Wednesday, October 19, 2022. The appointment according to a statement signed by Secretary of the President, Nana Asante Bediatuo, is in consonance with Section 19 (1), (2) …

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Avoid these 3 items to reduce your chances of cancer

  We eat so many different things daily, and we don’t realize how many are actually harmful to our bodies. It’s vital for you to know which food products are best for your life and diet, which is why we have compiled a list for you. Make sure you remove …

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Living with HIV: What to expect and tips for coping

More than 1.2 million people in the United States are living with HIV. It’s different for everybody, but with treatment, many can expect to live a long, productive life. The most important thing is to start antiretroviral treatment as soon as possible. By taking medications exactly as prescribed, people living with HIV …

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LET US KNOW OUR RIGHTS AS CITIZENS

    -By Nana Kweku Ofori Atta- CEO of Avcontech Security Masters As citizens of Ghana we are obligated and mandated to put our leaders to check through good constructive criticisms without any fear or favor, once you are speaking the truth to servants of the nation. Let us not …

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6 Signs That Show Your Heart Is Not Working Properly

When the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively is impaired or the heart muscle is damaged, heart failure results. Usually, coronary artery disease or a heart attack are to blame for the damage. Genetic illness, chronic high blood pressure, and defective cardiac valves could all be contributing factors. Regardless of …

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Foods You Shouldn’t Refrigerate

For our way of life, most foods, and our small kitchen area, cold storage is crucial. Some products, nevertheless, are better kept on the counter or in the pantry because refrigeration can have unfavourable effects on them. Knowing what needs to be chilled is simple; however, understanding what shouldn’t be …

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2022 BECE begins today with 552,276 candidates

Some 552,276 candidates are expected to write this year’s Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), at all 2, 023 designated centres throughout the country beginning today, Monday, 17th to Friday 21st October 2022. Out of this number, 276,988 are males whilst 275, 288 are females. The Ghana Education Service in a …

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UTAG, TEWU-GH et al declare strike from today

The leadership of four major labour unions, including the University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG), in the country’s public universities have declared an indefinite strike, starting Monday, October 17. This is due to the rejection of a “suggestion” by government as regards their demands, made at a meeting hosted by the National Labour …

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Meet the husbands of these Ghanaian female politicians

Ghana has been blessed with strong-willed female politicians who hold high positions in government and have battled it out in the male-dominated field to lead their constituencies as Members of Parliament. These female politicians are celebrated for breaking the barrier and proving that a woman is indeed capable of holding …

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2022 BECE: WAEC, invigilators urged to up their game to avoid malpractices

The Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT) has asked examinations body, the West African Examinations Council (WAEC) to work hard to avoid malpractices in the 2022 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). GNAT also urged all the invigilators to do same. A statement issued by the association said “We believe this time round the West African Examinations Council would …

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Revert to trimester system – CHASS tells Government

The Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools, CHASS has called on government to revert to the traditional trimester system in the 2023 academic year, since the current semester system puts a lot of stress on school facilities and infrastructure as well as staff and students. In a Communique released …

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Effective Ways To Store Food Without Using a Fridge

Foods like meat and fish spoil quickly without refrigeration, thus having a backup power source, such as a generator, is essential for most households. For this reason, it’s important that you learn about various methods of food preservation. How to Keep Food Fresh Without a Refrigerator First, smoking is a …

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Engage In Issue-based Campaign – Ako Gunn To NDC Aspirants

The Deputy Communication Officer for the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr. Godwin Ako Gunn, has urged aspirants and members to engage in an issue-based campaign and avoid campaign that will slur people. He said the call was necessary in view of the fact that some supporters of aspirants are engaging …

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