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Contractor sets new date for Ofankor-Nsawam road completion

Work on the Ofankor-Nsawam Dual Carriage Road project, which has already missed the initial July 20, 2024, completion date, will miss the revised completion date of May 21, 2025.  The completion of the project will be delayed by 15 more months because of unresolved compensation issues for persons affected by the project and the relocation of service lines of utility agencies such as the Electricity Company of Ghana and Ghana Water Limited. Per the current progress report, the project is 74 per cent complete, and thus, cannot be delivered on the revised completion date of May 21, this year. The Chief Resident Engineer of the project, Kwabena Bempong, explained that out of 328 structures that were on the project's right of way, 76 of the owners of those facilities qualified for compensation out of which 40 of them received some […]

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Three arrested in Savelugu for alleged weapon smuggling

Three men have been arrested in Savelugu in the Northern Region for allegedly smuggling firearms and ammunition, the Ghana Police Service has said. In a statement posted on its Facebook page on Sunday, May 4, 2025, the Service said the suspects, Gaba Abdallah Alhassan, Alhassan Abdallah, and Alhassan Abdul Kudus, were picked up on May 1, 2025, during an intelligence-led operation by the Northern Regional Police Command. According to the police, the arrests were made at separate hideouts following surveillance efforts by officers in the region. During the operation, officers retrieved a number of weapons, including one AK-47 rifle, a submachine gun, a Smith & Wesson SD40 VE pistol, and a single-barrel gun. The police also found two magazines, fifteen rounds of AK-47 ammunition, thirteen rounds of pistol ammunition, twenty-seven additional rounds of various ammunition, and five BB cartridges. “The […]

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Constitution Review Committee receives over 600 reform proposals, NDC, NPP yet to submit proposals

The Constitutional Review Committee has received more than 600 submissions on proposed reforms to Ghana's 1992 Constitution, but the two main political parties have not yet contributed to the process, Dr Rainer Akumperigya, Secretary of the CRC has said. He was speaking on Joy FM's NewsFile programme on Saturday, May 3, 2025. According to him, the committee has recorded 325 online submissions and over 200 hard copy proposals. Of all the submissions we have received, we are a bit surprised that the two major political parties, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New Patriotic Party (NPP) are yet to either make written submissions or to appear before the committee, Dr Akumperigya said. The secretary noted that submissions remain open as the committee progresses with its work. "We have dealt with the thematic clusters but it's an ongoing process until the recommendations […]

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Govt to outline turnaround plan for troubled AirtelTigo in 8 weeks — Sam George

The Minister of Commun ications, Digital Technology and Innovations, Samuel Nartey George, says the government is working to restructure the long-standing debt of state-owned telecommunication company, AirtelTigo (AT), while engaging potential investors, and considering possible strategic partnerships to inject fresh capital and technical expertise into the company. These, along with policy reforms and operational restructuring, he said, are among bold and far-reaching reforms on the table to reposition the company as a commercially viable, profitable and competitive force in the local telecom sector. “To arrive at this, tough decisions will be taken. Difficult steps will have to be made, but I believe that they will all be in the long-term interest of the country, the company and the customer,” the minister said. “We have a clear sense of where we are. There are proposals on the table. Over the next […]

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Burkina Faso’s Economic Revolution: How Ibrahim Traoré Defied Colonial Exploitation and IMF Orthodoxy

The Colonial Chains: CFA Franc and Exploitation For decades, Burkina Faso's gold-rich soil has funneled wealth into foreign coffers, particularly France's, through the mechanisms of the CFA franc zone. This monetary system, a remnant of colonial rule, has effectively allowed France to maintain significant control over the economies of its former colonies. In Burkina Faso, this has translated into substantial portions of its gold exports benefiting foreign interests, leaving the nation grappling with poverty and dependency. The situation is exacerbated by structural adjustment programs (SAPs) imposed by international financial institutions like the IMF and World Bank, which have often led to privatization of resources, reduced public spending, and an emphasis on raw material exports—a cycle critics term "Colonial Economy 2.0." Ibrahim Traoré: The Military Captain Who Rewrote the Rules In 2022, amidst political and economic turmoil, 34-year-old military captain Ibrahim […]

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Fire at Achimota Bulk Supply Point triggers power cuts across parts of Accra

A significant fire erupted at the Achimota Bulk Supply Point (BSP) in Accra on Sunday, leading to widespread power outages across various neighborhoods in the Ghanaian capital. The incident has disrupted electricity supply to numerous areas, affecting both residential and commercial activities. Incident Overview The fire reportedly broke out at the Achimota BSP, a critical node in Ghana's electricity distribution network. This facility plays a pivotal role in transmitting power from the national grid to end-users in Accra and its environs. The exact cause of the fire remains under investigation, and authorities are working diligently to ascertain the extent of the damage. Impact on Power Supply The blaze has resulted in significant disruptions to the power supply, leaving several parts of Accra without electricity. The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has acknowledged the situation and is collaborating with relevant agencies […]

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Mahama urges media to speak for the people and hold leaders accountable on Press Freedom Day

President John Dramani Mahama has said Ghana’s democracy depends on a strong, responsible media that is not afraid to hold those in power to account and give the public a voice. In a statement posted on Facebook on Saturday, May 3, 2025, to mark World Press Freedom Day, Mr Mahama praised Ghanaian journalists for continuing to do their work in the face of growing pressure and challenges. “As President of the Republic, I join the people of Ghana in celebrating the role played by the Ghanaian media in stabilising our democracy,” he wrote. “From holding our leadership accountable to amplifying the voices of our citizens, your work is indispensable.” Mr Mahama said journalism grounded in truth, fairness, and ethics was not just good practice but necessary for national development. He urged the media to stay committed to public interest reporting […]

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YEA signs MoU with Fire Service to recruit 5000 assistants 

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has signed a one-year agreement with the Ghana National Fire Service to recruit 5,000 young people as Fire Assistants across the country. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on Friday, May 3, 2025, forms part of efforts to tackle youth unemployment and boost fire safety operations nationwide. In a press statement the YEA said the initiative aims to support job creation while partnering with state institutions to enhance public safety. Under the agreement, the Ghana National Fire Service will handle the training and supervision of the recruits, who are expected to be deployed to various regions upon completion of their training. The recruitment process, including eligibility requirements and timelines, has not yet been announced. The Chief Executive Officer of YEA, Malik Basintale signed the agreement on behalf of the agency. The Minister for the Interior […]

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School feeding caterers urge President Mahama to reverse contract terminations

The School Feeding Caterers Association has called on President John Dramani Mahama to reverse the termination of their contracts.According to them, the sudden decision risks plunging them into financial hardship and also contradicts assurances given during his presidential campaign. Speaking on behalf of the association, Nana Otu Sakyi-Amo, their president expressed disappointment over the abrupt cancellations, which she described as both unexpected and distressing.She recalled that President Mahama had pledged, during his campaign, to support school feeding caterers by increasing feeding grants and ensuring they were well catered for. While the increase in grants has been implemented, Sakyi-Amo stated that the decision to cancel contracts sharply contradicts those promises.“This is not what he promised us,” she said in a television interview with Channel One on Friday, May 2, 2025.“He [President] didn’t promise putting us into debts or letting bankers chase […]

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President Mahama in Libreville for inauguration of new Gabon president

President John Dramani Mahama is in the Gabonese capital, Libreville, to participate in the swearing-in ceremony of Gabon’s President-elect, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema on Saturday, May 3, 2025. President Mahama is leading a Ghanaian delegation including National Security Advisor Prosper Douglas Bani, Secretary to the President Dr. Callistus Mahama, Minister of Foreign Affairs Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations Stan Xoese Dogbe.  His attendance underscores Ghana’s longstanding diplomatic ties with Gabon and its ongoing commitment to promoting peace, democratic governance, and regional integration across Africa. General Oligui Nguema won Gabon’s presidential election. Profile: General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema – President-Elect of Gabon Born on March 3, 1975, General Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema is a career military officer and prominent political figure who emerged as the leader of Gabon’s post-coup transition. A member of the influential […]

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