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President Mahama Nominates 71 New DCEs Pending Approval

President John Mahama has nominated 71 new District Chief Executives (DCEs) across various districts in Ghana, pending approval by local Assembly members. This move is aimed at strengthening local governance as these executives are expected to play a crucial role in the management of their respective districts.An official statement detailing the nominations was signed by Dr. Callistus Mahama, the Secretary to the President, and addressed to the Minister of Local Government, Chieftaincy, and Religious Affairs.While most districts have their nominees, the nomination for the Kpando district is still pending. The new DCEs will need to be confirmed by the Assembly members in their respective districts before they officially take up their roles.

Edem 4Style March 26, 2025

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Ghana Lost $1.2 Billion in Gold Smuggling During Economic Crisis – Finance Minister

Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has revealed that Ghana lost an estimated 60 tonnes of gold, worth $1.2 billion, to smuggling during the peak of its economic crisis in 2022. This illicit trade in gold has had a significant negative impact on Ghana’s economy, depriving the country of much-needed revenue.In response, the government has introduced measures to combat illegal gold trade and ensure the country fully benefits from its natural resources. One key initiative is the creation of the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod), a regulatory body tasked with overseeing the gold sector, curbing smuggling, and promoting responsible gold trade. Additionally, the government is collaborating with the UK-Ghana Gold Programme, which seeks to sever the connection between illegal mining and organized crime.As part of the effort to stabilize the sector, the government will fund GoldBod to purchase three tonnes of […]

Edem 4Style March 25, 2025

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NAHSAG Commends Mahama for Streamlining Nursing, Teacher Trainee Allowances

The National Health Students’ Association of Ghana (NAHSAG) has expressed its heartfelt appreciation to former President John Dramani Mahama for the recent initiative to streamline the payment of allowances for nursing and teacher trainees across the country.In a statement released on March 23, 2025, NAHSAG commended Mahama for integrating these allowances into the general payroll system, which is expected to ensure timely and consistent disbursement of funds. The new system will enable trainee allowances to be paid directly by the Controller and Accountant-General, alongside the monthly salaries of public sector workers.During his “Thank You Tour” in Tamale on March 22, Mahama announced that this move would eliminate delays in payment, offering greater financial stability to nursing and teacher trainees. NAHSAG highlighted the significance of this development, which is seen as a long-awaited solution to a persistent problem.“This initiative will not […]

Edem 4Style March 25, 2025

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NSS Scandal: Ex-CEO Allegedly Paid MP to Kill Story – AG

The Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Akuritinga Ayine, has accused the former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Service Scheme (NSS) of paying a Member of Parliament (MP) to suppress a corruption scandal linked to the organization.Speaking at a press conference in Accra on March 24, 2025, Dr. Ayine revealed that investigations had uncovered financial transactions involving top NSS officials, vendors, and private individuals aimed at covering up fraudulent activities within the scheme."We now have evidence of payments made into the accounts of top executives of the National Service Scheme by vendors, private individuals, and staff of the scheme," Dr. Ayine stated.The Attorney-General further disclosed that, in November 2024, the NSS CEO and others allegedly made payments to a Ghanaian MP to prevent media coverage of the ghost names scandal and publicly defend those involved."This is a […]

Edem 4Style March 25, 2025

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Veronica Commey Appointed Deputy Director General of NSA

Renowned sports journalist Veronica Commey has been appointed as the Deputy Director General of the National Sports Authority (NSA). The announcement was made by Kofi Adams, the Minister of Sports and Recreation, during the launch of a sports psychology training program at the Accra Sports Stadium on March 24, 2025.Commey’s appointment is a significant milestone in her illustrious career, combining her expertise in journalism and administration. She has been a key figure in the sports journalism field, having served as the Chief Sports Journalist at the Ghana News Agency (GNA) and as a reporter at GTV. Her contributions also extend to international sports organizations through freelance work.Beyond journalism, Commey has held important roles, such as Head of Corporate Affairs at the Ghana Investment Fund for Electronic Communications (GIFEC) between 2015 and 2017.The NSA's announcement also includes Gideon Hammond, a seasoned […]

Edem 4Style March 25, 2025

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Partey, Jordan, and Kudus Shine as Ghana Dominates Madagascar 3-0 in World Cup Qualifiers

Ghana’s Black Stars continued their stellar form in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, securing a commanding 3-0 victory over Madagascar on March 24, 2025, at Le Grand Stade d’Al Hoceima in Morocco. The win pushed Ghana to the top of Group I with 15 points, maintaining a perfect record with four consecutive victories.Head coach Otto Addo made a couple of changes to the starting lineup after their dominant 5-0 win over Chad, introducing Jerome Opoku and Abu Francis into a 3-5-2 formation. From the outset, Ghana was on the offensive, with Thomas Partey heading home a Jordan Ayew free-kick in the 11th minute to give the Black Stars an early lead.Though Madagascar's goalkeeper, Geordan Dupire, saved a close-range effort from Mohammed Kudus, Ghana’s dominance continued, and the second half saw more goals. Partey added another header from an Ayew […]

Edem 4Style March 25, 2025

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AG Slams Afenyo-Markin Over Allegations of Theft by Security Officers

Attorney General and Minister of Justice, Dr. Dominic Ayine, has strongly criticized Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin for accusing National Security operatives of stealing personal belongings during a search at the residence of former Bank of Ghana Governor, Dr. Ernest Addison. Afenyo-Markin had claimed that items, including jewelry and money belonging to Addison's wife, were taken by the security personnel during the operation.At a press conference on March 24, 2025, Dr. Ayine dismissed these accusations as unfounded and disrespectful to law enforcement officers. He warned Afenyo-Markin to refrain from making such baseless claims, stating that if necessary, he would release a recording to defend the integrity of the investigation.Dr. Ayine also reassured the public that the National Security’s operations were carried out ethically and in the best interests of the nation, stressing that the government was committed to transparency and accountability […]

Edem 4Style March 24, 2025

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Kwabena Adu Boahene, Ghana, cyber defense, financial misconduct, government corruption

Kwabena Adu Boahene, the former Director-General of the National Signals Bureau (NSB), has been arrested in connection with a controversial $7 million cyber defense system contract. The arrest, which was revealed by Attorney-General Dominic Ayine on March 24, 2025, centers around alleged financial misconduct, where public funds meant for strengthening Ghana's cybersecurity were diverted into Boahene’s private account.The contract, signed in January 2020 between the Government of Ghana and Israeli company RLC Holdings, was intended to procure software to improve the country's ability to combat cyber threats. However, Boahene, in his role at the NSB, is said to have transferred an initial sum of GH¢27,100,000 to a private account on February 6, 2020, instead of using the money for its intended purpose. This unauthorized transaction was made to his private company’s account at UMB, sparking the investigation into his actions.Boahene’s […]

Edem 4Style March 24, 2025

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Greater Accra

Winning Mentality Key for Black Stars Ahead of World Cup Qualifier Against Chad, Says Kofi Adams

As the Black Stars gear up for their crucial World Cup qualification match against Chad on Friday, March 21, 2025, Sports and Recreation Minister Kofi Adams has stressed the importance of instilling a winning mentality within the team. Addressing Parliament on March 19, Adams outlined the strategies the technical team is employing to ensure the players are mentally prepared and motivated for the upcoming fixtures.Adams acknowledged the pressure on the Black Stars, especially after their failure to qualify for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations and their struggles in recent matches. He emphasized that the team must focus on delivering results in the upcoming World Cup qualifiers against Chad and Madagascar.The Black Stars are set to host Chad at the Accra Sports Stadium on March 21, followed by an away match against Madagascar in Morocco on March 24. Captain Jordan […]

Edem 4Style March 20, 2025

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Greater Accra

NACOC Arrests 56-Year-Old Nigerian in $2M Drug Bust

The Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has arrested 56-year-old Nigerian national, Uchechukwu Chima, in a major drug bust on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, in Oyarifa, a suburb of Accra. The arrest followed an intelligence-led operation that uncovered a substantial quantity of narcotics at the suspect’s hideout.During the search, NACOC agents discovered substances suspected to be narcotics. Field tests later confirmed the substances were cocaine and heroin. The total weight of the drugs seized amounted to approximately 192 kg of cocaine and 0.42 kg of heroin, with an estimated street value of US$2.1 million.NACOC stated that Chima has been a long-time target of their investigations and is believed to have been involved in previous drug seizures. The Commission emphasized that this operation has prevented a large quantity of dangerous drugs from reaching the streets, potentially saving many lives from drug abuse.NACOC reaffirms […]

Edem 4Style March 20, 2025

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