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Greater Accra

Ghana Immigration Debunks $240M E-Gate Cost Rumor.

The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has firmly denied claims that the electronic gates (e-gates) recently installed at Kotoka International Airport (KIA) cost $240 million. In a statement issued on December 19, 2024, the GIS clarified that the e-gates, consisting of 15 units with accessories, cost only $1.7 million.The GIS explained that the $240 million figure being circulated refers to the full 10-year lifecycle cost of the Immigration 360 system, an integrated border management solution being implemented at 48 entry points across Ghana. This figure includes upgrades, maintenance, licensing, and taxes, bringing the total to $274 million over a decade.The Immigration 360 system is designed to automate passenger processing, enhance border security, and integrate with both local and international databases like Ghana's National ID system and INTERPOL's watchlists. The GIS also revealed that the first phase of the project, costing $94.6 […]

Edem 4Style December 20, 2024

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Ahafo

ORAL Team Launches Anonymous Channels to Fight Corruption.

The chairman of the Operation Recover All Loot (ORAL) team, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has announced the introduction of toll-free hotlines, email addresses, and online platforms to help whistleblowers report corruption without revealing their identities. The initiative is designed to gather evidence transparently and securely.Speaking on Joy FM, Mr. Ablakwa shared that these platforms will be operational by December 20, 2024. He clarified that the ORAL team is not a witch-hunt entity but a central body for receiving corruption-related evidence, which will be directed to relevant institutions for action.President-elect John Mahama emphasized that the initiative would ensure streamlined evidence collection and refuted claims of political targeting. The ORAL team, operating without financial incentives, aims to serve Ghana selflessly in its anti-corruption efforts.

Edem 4Style December 20, 2024

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NORTH EAST

150 Teenage Mothers Graduate from Vocational Skills Training in Northern Region.

A significant milestone was celebrated in the Northern Region as 150 teenage mothers graduated from a six-month vocational skills training program under Phase II of the Skills for Future Project.The initiative, spearheaded by the Girls Advocacy Network with support from the KGL Foundation, trained the young mothers in hairdressing, makeup, soap making, and beaded product creation. Participants hailed from Tamale Metropolis, Sagnarigu Municipal, and Tolon District.At the graduation ceremony, the Chief of Gumanayili commended the program for empowering women economically and providing starter toolkits for their entrepreneurial journeys.Kamal Deen Habib, Executive Director of the Girls Advocacy Network, emphasized the project’s broader mission of fostering hope and economic independence for vulnerable groups. Beneficiaries expressed gratitude, with one graduate, Ms. Rafia, pledging to make good use of her training to uplift her life and that of her family.

Edem 4Style December 20, 2024

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Ahafo

Finance Minister Claims Ghana’s Economy Rebounds Ahead of Transition.

Ghana’s Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, has assured the public that the outgoing New Patriotic Party (NPP) government is leaving behind a robust and recovering economy. Speaking at a media briefing in Accra, he highlighted significant economic improvements as the country transitions power to President-elect John Dramani Mahama of the National Democratic Congress (NDC).Dr. Amin Adam noted that Ghana’s economy has experienced steady growth, with GDP growth rates averaging 6.3% in 2024—up from the 3.4% inherited in 2016. He emphasized a trade balance surplus of $3.85 billion and reserves increasing to $8 billion, equivalent to 3.5 months of import cover. Inflation has also dropped from 54% in late 2022 to 23% in November 2024.The Finance Minister acknowledged lingering challenges, including high inflation, but stressed the government’s efforts to stabilize prices and ease hardships. Additionally, private sector credit growth rebounded […]

Edem 4Style December 18, 2024

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Ahafo

54-Year-Old Man Charged with Wife’s Murder in Ebonyi State.

A Nigerian man, Eseni Chima (54), was charged with murder for allegedly beating his wife, Ugochukwu, to death with an iron rod. The incident occurred on September 4, 2024, at their residence on 60 Ogbaga Road, in the Kpirikpiri area of Abakaliki, Ebonyi State.The prosecutor, Emmanuel Monday, presented the case at the Abakaliki Magistrate’s Court on December 17, 2024, stating that the offense violated Section 319 (1) of the Criminal Code Law of Ebonyi State, 2009.The presiding Magistrate, Chinedu Agama, declined to take Chima’s plea due to a lack of jurisdiction and instructed the police to forward the case file to the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) for advice. Further proceedings were adjourned to December 31, 2024.This case highlights the ongoing issue of domestic violence in Nigeria, with increasing calls for stricter legal measures and public awareness campaigns to combat […]

Edem 4Style December 18, 2024

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Greater Accra

Police probe fire that destroyed Ablekuma North electoral materials.

A fire outbreak early Tuesday morning at the Kwashieman Cluster of Schools in Accra has destroyed ballot boxes from the December 7, 2024, presidential and parliamentary elections for the Ablekuma North Constituency. The constituency's parliamentary results remain unresolved, with the Electoral Commission planning to re-collate the votes.The Ghana Police Service and the Fire Service have launched investigations to determine the cause of the fire. Initial reports suggest the blaze started around 10 p.m. on Monday and engulfed the school’s three-story block, which housed the election materials, library, and ICT lab. Some thumb-printed ballots were found burned behind the building, raising suspicions of arson.Authorities are working to ensure the incident does not disrupt academic activities for the school's 1,200 learners. Meanwhile, 132 people across Ghana have been arrested for post-election violence, with 45 remanded, 71 on police bail, and 16 on […]

Edem 4Style December 18, 2024

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Greater Accra

Lordina Foundation Brings Christmas Joy to Orphans in Accra.

The Lordina Foundation, led by Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama, brightened the festive season for children at the Osu Children’s Home and Christ Faith Foster Home in Adenta with a generous donation of essential items.Details of the DonationThe items donated included:Food supplies: Bags of rice, canned tomatoes, sugar, spaghetti, Milo, Nido, Tom Brown, and biscuits.Household essentials: Tissue paper, detergents, and sanitary pads.Beverages and treats: Drinks, toffees, and snacks.This donation is part of Mrs. Mahama's longstanding tradition of supporting vulnerable groups, particularly orphans, during the festive season.Commitment to Social WelfareThe Lordina Foundation, which has supported orphanages nationwide for over two decades, continues to promote the well-being of deprived children and women by enhancing access to quality healthcare, education, and essential resources.Acknowledgments from Orphanage ManagersMr. Reindorf Dartey, Manager of Osu Children’s Home, expressed gratitude, saying, “In my six years here, we have always […]

Edem 4Style December 18, 2024

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Ahafo

Supreme Court Dismisses Suits Against Anti-Gay Bill.

The Supreme Court of Ghana has dismissed two lawsuits challenging the constitutionality of Parliament's passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, widely known as the anti-gay bill.The apex court unanimously ruled that the cases did not sufficiently invoke its constitutional mandate and declared the suits premature, as the bill has not yet been enacted into law.This decision clears the way for President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to decide whether to sign the bill into law. Passed by Parliament in February 2024, the bill criminalizes homosexual activities and pro-gay advocacy, with penalties ranging from three to five years in prison.BackgroundThe plaintiffs, Richard Sky and Dr. Amanda Odoi, argued that the bill was a private member’s initiative that violated Article 108 of the Constitution. They claimed it could impose financial burdens on the state, such as costs for incarceration, […]

Edem 4Style December 18, 2024

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Ahafo

CCTV Captures Driver Stealing GH¢50,000 from Former Boss’ Car.

A 36-year-old driver, Emmanuel Klutse, has been arraigned before an Accra Circuit Court for allegedly stealing GH¢50,000 from his former boss’ vehicle at Spintex, Accra.The court, presided over by Mr. Isaac Addo, granted Klutse bail at GH¢50,000 with two sureties and adjourned the case to February 12, 2025.According to Chief Inspector Josephine Lamptey, the complainant, a Procurement Officer at Kasapreko Company Limited, had withdrawn GH¢60,000, keeping GH¢50,000 in his car parked at the company premises. CCTV footage revealed Klutse breaking into the car, taking the cash, and fleeing in a Toyota Highlander.Klutse, who had previously worked for the complainant as a personal driver, admitted to the crime during interrogation and revealed that he used a spare key he had taken upon leaving the job. He also disclosed that he shared the stolen money with two accomplices who are currently at […]

Edem 4Style December 17, 2024

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Entertainment

Mona Gucci Acquitted: Fraud Charges Dismissed as ‘Civil Matter’.

Monalisa Abigail Semeha, popularly known as Mona Gucci, has been acquitted and discharged by an Accra Circuit Court over fraud charges. Accused of taking GH¢103,400 to secure U.S. visas in 2019, the court ruled the matter as a civil issue gone wrong.The defense argued that the prosecution failed to establish a strong case, leading to Mona Gucci’s release. Despite claims of visa promises and refunds not being fulfilled, the court held there was no criminal basis for the charges.

Edem 4Style December 17, 2024

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