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Ada East Assembly fails to confirm President’s DCE nominee

The Ada East Municipal Assembly in the Greater Accra Region on Thursday, May 8, 2025, failed to confirm Kenneth Kabu Kanor, the President’s nominee for the position of District Chief Executive (DCE).Mr Kanor polled 24 votes out of 38 valid votes cast, representing 63.2 per cent, in a process that extended into the night. One vote was rejected, while 13 members voted against him. The nominee required 26 votes to meet the two-thirds threshold necessary for confirmation.By law, the assembly members are expected to reconvene within ten days for a second round of voting to either confirm or reject the nominee. The Greater Accra Regional Minister, Linda Akweley Ocloo, who expressed concern over the outcome, cautioned that Municipal and District Assemblies in the region risk losing out on development opportunities if they fail to confirm the President's nominee. She noted […]

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GH₵20,000 gift unlikely to influence ministers’ decisions – Kwakye Ofosu

In the wake of discussions surrounding a GH₵20,000 gift presented to Guinness World Record contender Afua Asantewaa during her sing-a-thon attempt, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, Ghana's Minister of State in charge of Government Communications, has addressed concerns about the potential influence of such gifts on ministerial decisions. While specific statements from Mr. Kwakye Ofosu regarding this particular incident are not available in the provided sources, his consistent emphasis on fiscal responsibility and transparency in governance suggests a stance that such gifts are unlikely to sway ministers' decisions. In previous statements, he has highlighted the government's commitment to efficient governance and responsible use of public funds . The controversy began when Afua Asantewaa claimed that the only assistance she received from the former Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, was medication for a sore throat. This statement was challenged by Salam Mustapha, the […]

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Bawumia: NDC Had No Campaign Message, Only Used NPP’s Internal Criticisms in 2024 Elections

Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, a key figure in the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has sharply criticized the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), claiming that their 2024 election campaign lacked any original or coherent message. According to Dr. Bawumia, the NDC merely amplified internal criticisms and comments made by NPP members, using them as their main political weapon. Speaking during a post-election strategic review session with party members, Dr. Bawumia said: "The NDC had no solid campaign message of their own. They simply took what we said against each other and made it their entire election strategy." He emphasized that instead of articulating a clear policy agenda or vision for the country, the NDC relied on highlighting divisions, grievances, and mistakes within the ruling party. This approach, according to Dr. Bawumia, resonated with a public already disillusioned by economic hardship and governance […]

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Kennedy Agyapong Urges NPP to Grant Amnesty and Reconcile with Alan Kyerematen Ahead of 2028 Elections

Central, has advocated for a comprehensive amnesty for all suspended and estranged party members. According to Agyapong, embracing unity and reconciliation is critical if the NPP is to reclaim and maintain political dominance in the years ahead. Speaking during an interaction with party faithfuls and stakeholders, Agyapong emphasized that the NPP must "rise above internal divisions" and strategically rebuild bridges with those who have broken away, including former presidential hopeful Alan Kyerematen, who now leads the Movement for Change. "If we are serious about winning the 2028 election, we must grant amnesty to all suspended members and invite those who have left, including Alan, to rejoin the party. We must put the past behind us and focus on the bigger picture — victory for the NPP and progress for Ghana," Agyapong declared. The Case for Amnesty and Reconciliation Kennedy Agyapong’s […]

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UK deports 43 immigration offenders to Ghana and Nigeria

The group included 15 failed asylum seekers and 11 foreign nationals who had completed prison sentences in the UK. Seven of the individuals reportedly returned voluntarily. The charter flight, which took off on Thursday, marks the second deportation operation to Ghana and Nigeria since the current government assumed office, bringing the total number of returnees to the two countries to 87. UK officials say the operation reflects a growing partnership between the British government and its counterparts in Accra and Abuja to curb irregular migration and enforce immigration laws.“This flight demonstrates how international partnerships deliver on working people’s priorities for swift returns and secure borders,” said Angela Eagle, the UK’s Minister for Border Security and Asylum. “Through the Plan for Change, we’re going further in restoring order to a broken system, accelerating returns of those with no right to be […]

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GMA accuses Health Minister of overstepping role in Tamale hospital CEO’s removal

In a statement issued on Wednesday, April 22, 2025, jointly signed by the President of the GMA, Dr Frank Serebour and the General Secretary, Dr Richard Selormey, the association expressed concern about what it described as an “ill-informed media audit” into the death of a patient at the hospital. The GMA warned that the audit breached patient confidentiality and could expose the facility to legal risks.“The matter has already been tried in the court of public opinion, without any proper investigation,” the statement noted It also revealed that the head of the Emergency Unit had received threats and was facing cyberbullying, creating fears for the safety and mental well-being of staff The statement added that these actions, if allowed to continue, could discourage health workers and erode public trust in the healthcare system.While acknowledging the grief of the patient’s family […]

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Finance Ministry submits bill to Parliament to end sole-sourcing of power contracts

Finance Minister Dr Cassiel Ato Forson made the announcement on April 23 2025, during a session on the Ghana Energy Compact under Mission 300, organised by the World Bank. He said the proposed regulation is aimed at improving transparency in power procurement and securing better value for money.“We have submitted the LI to Parliament to make competitive procurement of power plants the standard approach,” Dr Forson said. “If we are serious about fixing the deep-rooted problems in the energy sector, this is a necessary step.” Dr Forson described the energy sector as the country’s most pressing economic challenge, revealing a current financial shortfall of about US$2 billion.He attributed much of the gap to inefficiencies across the energy value chain, particularly at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).“ECG alone could reduce the shortfall by half if it addressed its internal challenges,” […]

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Bank of Ghana to begin cryptocurrency regulation by September — Governor Asiama

Speaking at the African Leaders and Partners Forum in Washington, D.C., held on the margins of the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, Dr Asiama said the move is pending the passage of the much-anticipated Virtual Asset Providers Act, which will formally empower the BoG to license and supervise operations in the digital asset space. To enhance the regulation of these platforms and assets, the Bank of Ghana is establishing a dedicated unit focused on digital assets,” Dr Asiama stated. “This is a technology we cannot prevent, hence the need to move fast to regulate it.”The central bank’s upcoming intervention comes at a time of rapid expansion in digital finance, with Ghanaian consumers and businesses increasingly engaging with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin and Ethereum, despite the absence of a clear regulatory framework. In August 2024, the BoG issued draft regulatory guidelines aimed […]

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POLICE ARREST 10 SUSPECTS FOR ILLEGAL MINING ALONG THE ABOI FOREST NEAR SAMREBOI

The Ghana Police Service in a special intelligence operation conducted yesterday, 18th April, 2025 arrested 10 suspects for illegal mining activities in the Aboi forest, near Samreboi in the Western region.Eleven (11) escavators and one (1) bulldozer which were found at the site, have been impounded and efforts are underway to get them removed from the forest into safe custody.In a similar operation on 17th April, 2025, the Police team arrested 29 suspects including 21 Ghanaians and 8 Chinese in the Subri forest and along the Tano river. Six (6) escavators, Four (4) motorbikes, Two (2) Toyota Hilux vehicles and One (1) Rav4 vehicle found at the site were impounded. Other exhibits including Four (4) pump action guns, One (1) single barrel gun, 54 live BB cartridges and Eight (8) pumping machines were also recovered.All the suspects are in custody […]

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Ghana National Fire Service intensifies measures to curb market fires

According to the Divisional Officer II and Public Relations Officer of the GNFS, Desmond Ackah the Service is collaborating with market authorities to strengthen fire safety, particularly in areas with wooden infrastructure, which are more susceptible to fire outbreaks. In an interview on JoyNews on Friday, DO II Ackah highlighted the need for modern fire prevention measures, including the installation of early warning systems and the construction of adequate escape routes to ease evacuation in the event of a fire. He noted that congestion in many markets significantly hampers emergency response efforts. One of the persistent challenges facing the GNFS, he added, is limited access to water due to an insufficient number of fire hydrants—a responsibility managed by the Ghana Water Company. “We are in discussions with Ghana Water to ensure the provision of more hydrants,” he said.He mentioned that […]

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