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Niger Enforces New Travel Restrictions on Nigerians Using ECOWAS Passports

February 18, 2025

Niger has implemented new travel restrictions affecting Nigerians attempting to enter the country with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) passport. This decision comes in the wake of Niger’s recent withdrawal from the ECOWAS, alongside Mali and Burkina Faso, and marks a significant shift in the region’s immigration policies. New Immigration Measures Despite...

President Mahama Directs All Government Appointees to Declare Assets by March 31

February 18, 2025

President Mahama has officially declared his assets and instructed all government appointees to do the same by March 31, 2025. He emphasized that failure to comply would result in consequences, as this initiative aims to promote transparency and combat corruption within his administration. In a significant move towards enhancing accountability in governance, President John Dramani...

“I am an NDC from now”- Michael Blackson reacts to DDEP pay-in

February 18, 2025

Michael Blackson has expressed his frustration regarding the DDEP payment, claiming he lost a significant investment due to the government’s actions. He has also hinted at a potential shift in political allegiance, suggesting he may join the National Democratic Congress (NDC) as the political landscape evolves in Ghana. Mischael Blackson Joins NDC Amidst Government Payment Announcement...

International relations scholar to host a lecture on Canada-Africa relations at UniMAC-IJ on February 21.

February 17, 2025

Edward Akuffo - Associate Professor, University of Fraser Valley in Canada.

PAYROLL FRAUD SCHEME UNCOVERED: SIX INDIVIDUALS FACING CHARGES

February 17, 2025

A thorough investigation by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) has led to the filing of charges against six individuals implicated in a payroll fraud scheme. The scheme involved the Government of Ghana’s payroll system and resulted in the payment of unearned salaries to undeserving individuals....

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has dismissed as false a social media flyer claiming that the government has announced an increase in cocoa prices.

February 17, 2025

In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, COCOBOD described the flyer as “entirely misleading” and urged stakeholders and the general public to disregard the misinformation. The flyer alleged that the Minister for Food and Agriculture, Eric Opoku, declared that cocoa farmers would be paid 70 percent of the world market price. However, COCOBOD...

EC set for Council of State election in two regions today, Feb 17

February 17, 2025

The Electoral Commission (EC) is set for the rerun of the Council of State elections in the North East and Ashanti Regions on Monday, February 17. The decision to rerun the election in the North East Region follows a tie between two candidates, each securing six votes. This deadlock necessitated a fresh election to determine...

Sammy Gyamfi Refutes Rumours Of Him Spending GHS 173,940 on Office Furniture

February 17, 2025

Sammy Gyamfi, the Acting Managing Director of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC), has categorically refuted claims that he spent GHS 173,940 on office furniture and renovations. In a Facebook post dated February 15, 2025, he labeled the allegations as “completely false,” asserting that he has not replaced any items in his office since taking...

Mahama Advocates for Reparatory Justice at AU Summit: A Call to Restore Dignity, Rights, and Well-Being

February 17, 2025

Former President John Dramani Mahama has passionately advocated for reparatory justice, highlighting its crucial role in restoring dignity, rights, and well-being to Africans and people of African descent. Addressing the 38th Ordinary Session of the African Union (AU) Assembly, President Mahama emphasized the significance of this year’s AU theme, which centers on reparations for historical...

PRESIDENT MAHAMA SEEKS ENHANCED US SUPPORT TO COMBAT REGIONAL SECURITY CHALLENGES

February 17, 2025

Former President John Dramani Mahama has urged the United States to increase its support to address the escalating security threats in West Africa. During a meeting with General Michael E. Langley, Commander of the US African Command (USAFRICOM), Mahama stressed the need for strengthened cooperation between the US and Ghana to counter terrorism, extremism, and...

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Niger Enforces New Travel Restrictions on Nigerians Using ECOWAS Passports

President Mahama Directs All Government Appointees to Declare Assets by March 31

“I am an NDC from now”- Michael Blackson reacts to DDEP pay-in

International relations scholar to host a lecture on Canada-Africa relations at UniMAC-IJ on February 21.

PAYROLL FRAUD SCHEME UNCOVERED: SIX INDIVIDUALS FACING CHARGES

The Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) has dismissed as false a social media flyer claiming that the government has announced an increase in cocoa prices.

EC set for Council of State election in two regions today, Feb 17

Sammy Gyamfi Refutes Rumours Of Him Spending GHS 173,940 on Office Furniture

Mahama Advocates for Reparatory Justice at AU Summit: A Call to Restore Dignity, Rights, and Well-Being

PRESIDENT MAHAMA SEEKS ENHANCED US SUPPORT TO COMBAT REGIONAL SECURITY CHALLENGES

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