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Akufo-Addo sacks Ofori-Atta, reshuffles his government

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has officially reshuffled some of his ministerial appointees following reports of an imminent massive shake-up in the government. The president, according to a statement issued by the presidency, has relieved 13 central and local government ministers of their duties. Some of the ministers who have lost their …

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Ofori-Atta exits, Oppong Nkrumah ‘swerves’ sports ministry – The latest on Akufo-Addo’s imminent reshuffle

Rumours have been swirling regarding an imminent reshuffle in President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo’s administration, marking a significant development since he assumed office in 2017. Numerous media outlets have speculated that several key cabinet ministers will receive new portfolios, while others may depart from the government following the conclusion of …

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2023 AFCON: There was confusion between Olele and medical team over Richard Ofori – Atta Poku alleges

Ace sports journalist, Collins Atta Poku, has alleged that former Black Stars goalkeepers’ trainer Richard Kingson had some disagreements with the medical team of the Black Stars at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations. Atta Poku alleged on Sompa FM that the point of the disagreement was the selection of …

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Ken Ofori-Atta sabotaging Bawumia’s presidential bid with excessive taxes

The Vice-President of Ghana and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, is set to address the nation on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, unveiling his vision for the country in his quest to succeed his boss, President Nana Akufo-Addo in January 2025. However, the anticipation of this address is overshadowed …

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How running stomach caused a Ghana Air Force pilot to make an emergency landing at Ofori Panin SHS

A Ghana Air Force helicopter had to make an emergency landing on the campus of Ofori Panin Senior High School for the pilot to attend to nature’s call. Initial report by Edhub on Twitter indicated that the helicopter was brought to the school to pick up a student who had …

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Ofori-Atta defamation suit: Court awards GH¢5,000 cost against Captain Smart for delay in filing defence

An Accra High Court has slapped a cost fine of GH¢ 5,000 on Blessed Godsbrain Smart (aka Captain Smart), the host of Maakye on Onua TV and Onua FM, for failing to timely file a defense in the defamation case brought by the Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta, against him. According to …

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20 plush cars, swimming pool with an inbuilt couch, other ‘fanciful’ properties spotted on Dr. Ofori Sarpong’s compound

A tour around the residence of Dr. Ernest Ofori Sarpong proves that he has got good taste. The Special Group of Companies’ founder’s home situated at East Legon, exudes sophistry, class, and finesse. One can tell that every component of the house, including the swimming pool area, was structured with …

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LIVESTREAMED: Ofori-Atta updates Ghanaians on IMF deal, economy

The Minter of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, would be updating Ghanaians on the ongoing International Monetary Fund (IMF) bailout programme. The Executive Board of the IMF unanimously approved the $3 billion bailout for Ghana at a meeting on Wednesday [May 17, 2023] in Washington. $600 million out of the $3 billion loan was …

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John Jinapor blows alarms on Ken Ofori-Atta

The Ranking Member of the Mines and Energy Committee in Parliament has condemned the Akufo-Addo government for attempting to sell the country’s oil shares in Jubilee Oil Holdings (JOHL) through the backdoor after it failed to clandestinely sell it to the Petroleum Gas Corporation of South Africa (PetroSA). John Abdulai …

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There is no rush to go to the international capital market – Ofori-Atta

Finance Minister, Ken Ofori Atta, has stated that Ghana is not in a rush to go to the international capital market. Ghana has been shut out of the international capital market after its debt levels reached unsustainable levels. It had to embark on a debt restructuring programme for both domestic …

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