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7 Essential Steps for Buying Litigation-Free Land in Ghana.

Victor Owusu Asante, a legal and real estate expert, has outlined seven crucial steps to ensure a litigation-free land acquisition in Ghana. In an interview with Graphic Online, he emphasized due diligence and professional assistance to avoid common land disputes.Identify the Seller: Confirm the seller's identity and status—individual, company, foreigner, or Ghanaian.Engage a Licensed Surveyor: Visit the land with your own surveyor to confirm coordinates and generate an independent site plan.Conduct Official Searches: Use the Lands Commission's consolidated search system to check the land's status, whether public, family, or stool land.Litigation Search: Investigate the land's legal status at local courts to confirm it’s free from disputes.Check Land Zoning: Verify the land’s zoning with the Land Use and Spatial Planning Authority (LUSPA) to ensure compatibility with your intended use.Review Search Reports: Hire a real estate lawyer to analyze reports before proceeding.Finalize […]

Edem 4Style January 22, 2025

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Mahama’s Free Tertiary Tuition Policy to Reimburse First-Year Students.

The Education Minister-designate, Haruna Iddrisu, has announced that first-year students who have already paid their tuition fees will receive reimbursements under the government’s free tertiary tuition policy.This policy, a flagship initiative of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), aims to improve access to higher education as part of the 2024 campaign promises.Addressing the Appointments Committee in Parliament on January 20, 2025, Mr. Iddrisu revealed that the policy's implementation would require an estimated ₵345 million. The funds will be allocated to tertiary institutions to process refunds for affected students.He also emphasized the flexibility of the policy, allowing parents who prefer to pay tuition fees to do so voluntarily. “The beauty of this is that parents who are willing to pay can still contribute under this policy,” he explained.The free tuition initiative seeks to alleviate financial burdens on families and promote equitable access […]

Edem 4Style January 21, 2025

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Mahama Plans to Review, Not Scrap Free SHS – Haruna Iddrisu.

Haruna Iddrisu, the Minister-Designate for Education, has clarified that President John Dramani Mahama has no intention of canceling the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy introduced by the Akufo-Addo administration. During his vetting by Parliament’s Appointments Committee, Iddrisu assured Ghanaians that Mahama is committed to refining and expanding the initiative for sustainability and inclusivity.Iddrisu explained that the proposed review would align the policy with constitutional mandates to ensure improved access to quality education. A stakeholder forum will be held to gather insights from educators, policymakers, and other experts to enhance the program. This move, he noted, reflects Mahama’s dedication to making Free SHS more effective and impactful while addressing its challenges.

Edem 4Style January 21, 2025

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St Vincent College Principal Resigns Amid Appointment Controversy.

Prof. Jonas Kwabla Fiadzawoo, Principal of St Vincent College of Education in Yendi, has resigned just two months after his controversial appointment, which led to the closure of the college. In his resignation letter to the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC), Prof. Fiadzawoo cited the community's disapproval of his appointment as the reason for stepping down, emphasizing the importance of respecting local sentiments.The college had been shut down on the orders of the Overlord of Dagbon, Ya-Na Abukari II, following protests against the board’s decision to appoint Prof. Fiadzawoo instead of a local candidate. The Overlord had advocated for prioritizing Dagomba candidates to address concerns of marginalization.Despite a promise by the governing board to consider local applicants, the appointment of Prof. Fiadzawoo on November 27, 2024, went against the Overlord’s recommendation. Consequently, staff were ordered to vacate the college premises […]

Edem 4Style January 20, 2025

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Mahama Faces Backlash Over Anti-LGBTQ Bill U-Turn.

President John Dramani Mahama is under fire from Assin South MP, Rev. John Ntim Fordjour, for allegedly backtracking on his campaign promise to pass the Family Values Bill.Rev. Fordjour, a strong advocate for the bill, accused Mahama of betraying Ghanaians by suggesting the promotion of family values through education rather than legislation. Speaking in an interview, he expressed plans to reintroduce the bill in Parliament, highlighting its legality as confirmed by the Supreme Court and its importance in safeguarding Ghanaian cultural norms.The MP emphasized the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) unwavering support for the bill and criticized Mahama for shifting focus after gaining an overwhelming parliamentary majority. He vowed that the bill would return to the legislative floor and urged Ghanaians to hold the President accountable for what he called a breach of trust.

Edem 4Style January 17, 2025

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Apaak Warns Against Interfering with School Food Distribution.

Clement Apaak, the Builsa South MP overseeing food distribution to address shortages in Senior High Schools, has issued a strict warning to those attempting to disrupt the process.He revealed that the operation, directed by President John Mahama, involves distributing rice and other essentials to over 900 secondary and TVET institutions across the country, starting in Greater Accra.Military and police trucks, alongside private volunteer vehicles, are transporting the food, all under heavy security. Apaak emphasized that any interference would be met with legal consequences, assuring the public that the initiative is being closely coordinated by key government agencies to ensure its success.

Edem 4Style January 17, 2025

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Gunmen Attack Military-Escorted Cargo Truck in Bawku.

Gunmen ambushed a cargo truck traveling under military escort in Bawku's Missiga suburb on January 16. The truck, en route from Kulungugu to Bawku township, was fired upon by attackers hiding nearby before they fled the scene.Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Despite the attack, military officials in Bawku have declined to comment but have not denied the incident.This event underscores the ongoing insecurity in Bawku, where similar assaults on vehicles, even under escort, are frequent. These incidents are linked to the long-standing chieftaincy conflict between the Kusasi and Mamprusi factions in the Upper East Region.

Edem 4Style January 17, 2025

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Walewale Residents Injured in Alleged Military Assault.

Dozens of residents in Walewale, North East Region, have reportedly sustained serious injuries following a violent operation by armed military personnel. Witnesses say the soldiers forced people to lie down, beat them with wire cans, and subjected some to brutal treatment using mesh wire.Victims, including shopkeepers and NDC supporters, suffered fractures and lacerations, with at least two receiving care from a traditional bone specialist.The motive for the attack remains unclear, but police sources suggest it may be tied to the burning of a truck transporting vegetables, allegedly linked to the ongoing Bawku conflict.One victim, a motorbike mechanic, recounted being attacked with his customers while working. Another, a 67-year-old NDC supporter, accused the military of acting on false allegations and called on regional NDC leadership to intervene.The town is now reeling from the incident, with calls for accountability and a thorough […]

Edem 4Style January 17, 2025

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Kpandai Farmer Appeals for Help After Losing GH¢7,000 Yam Harvest in Mysterious Fire.

A devastating fire has left 35-year-old farmer Sampson Nakuwu and his family in Kpandai, Northern Region, reeling after losing their entire yam harvest. The fire destroyed over 1,400 tubers of yam and more than 5,000 yam sets just before the new year, wiping out an investment of GH¢7,000.Nakuwu, speaking to Graphic Online, recounted the traumatic incident, saying, “I was somewhere harvesting yam, and before I could realize it, the whole shed was on fire. Two children were rescued from the shed, but I don’t know what caused the fire.”The loss has left him unable to repay the loan he took to finance his farm. With his family of seven facing financial hardship, Nakuwu expressed concern about how to rebuild his life.“This was supposed to be a time of joy, but instead, it has brought misery. Without help, I don’t know […]

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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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.

Edem 4Style January 15, 2025

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