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Mahama Picks 10 Regional Minister Nominees for Approval.

President John Dramani Mahama has submitted a list of ten nominees for parliamentary approval as regional ministers. These nominees represent regions including Oti, Volta, Eastern, Northern, North East, Upper East, Ashanti, Ahafo, Savannah, and Greater Accra.Notably, Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, the nominee for Greater Accra, is the only non-executive member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) among the group. She is currently the Member of Parliament for Shai Osudoku.While six regions—Western, Western North, Central, Bono, Bono East, and Upper West—still await nominations, the appointees so far include seasoned professionals and politicians with diverse expertise in governance, education, health, law, and public service.Some nominees, such as Ali Adolf John for the Northern Region, have already received widespread support in their regions. Parliament’s Appointment Committee has begun vetting nominees, with three awaiting final approval.

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ECG Launches “Operation Keep the Lights On” to Recover Revenue.

The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has announced a revenue mobilization exercise, "Operation Keep the Lights On," set to run from January 15 to January 31, 2025. This initiative targets customers with arrears and includes prepaid meter inspections to ensure compliance.In a statement, ECG reminded the public that reconnecting after disconnection without authorization is a crime. The company plans to redeploy senior staff to maximize efforts during the exercise while ensuring that essential customer services remain available.ECG also urged public cooperation and highlighted that the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission’s LI (2413) grants them access to installations for effective operations.

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Mahama Tightens Market Security Amid Rising Fire Incidents.

President John Dramani Mahama has directed enhanced security measures at major markets nationwide following a series of devastating market fires.During a meeting with a delegation of traders from the Kantamanto Market, the President outlined immediate steps to address the situation. “We held a meeting with the security heads today to discuss how we can tighten security around all major markets to prevent such occurrences,” Mahama stated, referencing a recent fire at the Techiman Market.As part of the new directives, Ghana National Fire Service personnel and fire tenders will be stationed near key markets, especially at night, to ensure rapid response to any fire outbreaks. The President also announced plans to install CCTV cameras at strategic locations to monitor market activities and deter potential arsonists.The Kantamanto Market fire alone resulted in one death, over 7,000 shops destroyed, and more than 30,000 […]

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Cedi Slides Against Dollar but Gains on Pound.

The Ghanaian cedi experienced a challenging week, depreciating by 0.48% against the US dollar and increasing its year-to-date loss to 1.27% as of January 13, 2025. The local currency ended the week at a mid-rate of GH¢15.68 per dollar and began the new week trading at GH¢15.85.However, the cedi managed a slight gain of 0.26% against the pound while losing 0.62% to the euro.The Bank of Ghana plans to auction $20 million to Bulk Oil Distribution Companies (BDCs) this week to ease demand pressures. Despite this, analysts predict that strong forex demand will keep the cedi under pressure throughout the week.

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Ato Forson Pledges to Scrap Betting Tax and E-Levy in First Budget.

Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, the Finance Minister-designate, has vowed to abolish both the controversial betting tax and the E-Levy if approved. Speaking before the Appointments Committee on January 13, Dr. Forson criticized the betting tax as ineffective, arguing that it has failed to generate the expected revenue and instead burdens the sector unnecessarily.He also reaffirmed his opposition to the E-Levy, describing it as poorly classified and inefficient within Ghana’s tax framework. Dr. Forson emphasized his commitment to creating a sustainable and growth-oriented tax regime that relieves citizens and promotes economic development.Residents and businesses are optimistic about the potential relief these changes could bring, should Dr. Forson's plans be implemented successfully.

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Fire Ravages Techiman Market, Leaves Traders in Ruins.

A massive fire engulfed the Techiman Central Market on Sunday night, destroying over 100 stalls and leaving traders devastated. The blaze, which started at 9:15 PM, wiped out goods worth millions of cedis, while firefighters battled to contain the flames with limited resources.Traders criticized the inadequate firefighting equipment in the area, noting that Techiman has only one fire tender. One distraught trader questioned, "Why does a whole metropolitan area have just one fire tender? With more equipment, this could have been controlled earlier."Another trader tearfully recounted her loss, explaining that all her investments, funded by loans, were gone. "I don't know how I'll survive now," she said.The Bono East Regional Fire Commander, ACFO II Naomi Ofori Adubea Sarpong, confirmed that an investigation is underway to determine the fire's cause. She revealed that six fire tenders from neighboring areas, including Nkoranza […]

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Atebubu Drivers Strike After 75-Year-Old Killed by Robbers.

Tensions erupted in Atebubu Amantin Municipality in the Bono East Region after suspected armed robbers murdered a 75-year-old driver on January 10, 2025. Frustrated drivers stormed the local police station, accusing officers of neglecting their duty to ensure road safety. The protest escalated, resulting in damage to a police vehicle.The incident occurred on the Atebubu-Amantin road, notorious for frequent robberies. Drivers claim the police prioritize collecting fines over preventing crime. Despite over ten police checkpoints, drivers allege that officers abandon their posts at night, leaving them vulnerable.The Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) secretary, George Mensah, revealed that six drivers have been killed in recent months. Drivers have declared a strike, refusing to work until effective measures are taken to curb the robberies.The strike left passengers stranded, with many pleading for government intervention to deploy more security personnel to the […]

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President Mahama Orders Emergency Food Redistribution to SHS.

President John Dramani Mahama has instructed the Chief of Staff and the Ghana Education Service (GES) to swiftly evacuate food stored in Tema warehouses to Senior High Schools (SHS) nationwide. This directive aims to address a pressing food shortage that arose after schools reopened on January 3, 2025, against the advice of the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools.Speaking at a Christian National Thanksgiving Service held at the University for Professional Studies, Accra (UPSA), the President explained that the stored food, originally imported in response to drought conditions in Northern Ghana, will now serve as an emergency solution for SHS feeding.President Mahama also highlighted education as a core element of his "reset agenda," committing to improving infrastructure, teacher resources, and access to technology. He announced plans for a National Education Review Conference to address systemic challenges and forge a […]

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Oral Sex Now Leading Cause of Throat Cancer, Experts Warn.

Medical experts have identified oral sex as the leading cause of throat cancer, surpassing smoking, alcohol consumption, and poor diet. The rise in oropharyngeal cancer, which affects the tonsils and back of the throat, has been linked to human papillomavirus (HPV) infections, sparking what some are calling an epidemic.Dr. Hisham Mehanna of the University of Birmingham explained that HPV infections are often cleared by the immune system, but a small number of individuals struggle to eliminate the virus, leading to its integration into their DNA and potentially causing cancer.The number of oral sex partners significantly increases the risk, with individuals having six or more lifetime oral sex partners being 8.5 times more likely to develop throat cancer. Despite this, only a small percentage of those infected with HPV develop the disease.In the UK alone, about 8,300 people are diagnosed with […]

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Ashanti Regional Presidential Lodge and Minister’s Residency Neglected for Years.

Once-pristine government properties, including the Presidential Lodge and the Regional Minister's residency in the Ashanti Region, have fallen into disrepair after being unused for eight years under the NPP administration. These facilities, once iconic, now suffer from overgrown weeds, broken ceilings, peeling paint, and damaged security structures.The NDC Regional Chairman, Augustus Nana Akwasi Andrew, criticized the neglect, recalling how the area was well-maintained under their leadership. Meanwhile, the NDC Regional Secretary, Dr. Frank Amoakohene, called for an investigation into why alternative accommodations were rented for officials while these facilities were abandoned.

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