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Ablakwa discloses information from ORAL findings: 2,417 complaints, 36 major cases, and $20.49 billion in ‘savings’.

February 10, 2025

Ablakwa Reveals Significant Findings from ORAL Investigation In a recent disclosure, Member of Parliament Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has shared critical findings from the ORAL investigation, highlighting a staggering 2,417 complaints filed, along with 36 major cases identified during the inquiry. Ablakwa emphasized the substantial impact of these findings, particularly noting that the investigation has led...

Anomabo Fisheries College set for face-lift-Veep

February 8, 2025

In a poignant reflection, Prof. Jane Naana Opoku Agyemang, the Vice President recalled her recent visit to the Anomabo Fisheries College with His Excellency President John Dramani Mahama. The visit, she noted, was a moment for deep reflection as it revealed the neglect the college has endured over the past eight years. Once nearing completion,...

President Mahama appoints Brigadier-General Tanye-Kulono as acting D-G of GPHA

February 7, 2025

President John Mahama has appointed Brigadier-General Paul Seidu Tanye-Kulono as acting Director-General of Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority(GPHA). Brigadier-General Tanye-Kulono, a distinguished military officer and legal professional, currently serves as the Deputy Commandant of the National College of Defence Studies (NCDS) at Burma Camp, Accra. His appointment brings extensive leadership, legal expertise and security strategy...

Unity, diversity essential for national development – BSG General Secretary

February 7, 2025

The General Secretary of the Bible Society of Ghana (BSG), Very Reverend Dr. John K. Addo Jnr., has underscored the vital role of unity in national development and called on Ghanaians to embrace diversity as a strength in building a stronger nation. Speaking at the Bible Week Symposium in Accra on Thursday, under the theme...

Vetting Chaos Committee to Resume Hearings Amidst Controversy

February 6, 2025

The Ad-Hoc Committee investigating the chaotic events that unfolded during the January 30 vetting process is set to resume its hearings on Friday, February 7, 2025. This comes after an unexpected suspension on Wednesday, February 5, which sparked controversy and accusations of interference. According to Chairman Emmanuel Bedzrah, the committee will proceed with public witness...

Africa needs to collaborate to achieve absolute transformation-MTN Ghana CFO

February 6, 2025

The Chief Finance Officer(CFO) of MTN Ghana, Antoinette Kwofie, has called for the unification of regulations across the continent to facilitate the attraction of capital to invest in the infrastructure on the continent.Participating in a panel discussion at the 2025 Africa Prosperity Dialogues (APD) on the topic, “Filling the Funding Gap for Infrastructure”, Antoinette Kwofie...

Parliament Confirms Sam George, Okudzeto Ablakwa, and Other Ministerial Appointees

February 4, 2025

Parliament has confirmed the nomination of Sam Nartey George as Minister-designate for Communications, Digital Technology, and Innovations, along with four other nominees. Mr. George’s confirmation came through a majority vote, as the Minority Caucus chose to abstain from supporting him. Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin explained that their opposition to Mr. George stemmed from his allegations...

Tension in Ghana’s Parliament as NPP Minority Protests With a Dress Code

February 4, 2025

Ghana’s Parliament has convened on Tuesday at midday, following its last session on Friday, amidst rising tensions involving the New Patriotic Party (NPP) minority. The NPP minority members arrived clad in black attire with red armbands, prompting authorities to mount a barricade to prevent their entrance, citing a breach of the parliamentary dress code. The...

Lord Commey’s seized cars returned

February 4, 2025

Vehicles of the former Director of Operations at the Jubilee House, Lord Oblitey Commey, that were seized during a midnight raid on his private property on January 31, have been returned.In all, the six cars taken away by unidentified men had since been returned to the owner in good shape, according to sources.The move followed...

Accra Academy hands over ‘bullying’ student to police

February 3, 2025

The Accra Academy has handed over the student involved in a bullying incident to the police, following a viral video that attracted huge public attention.In a statement addressing concerns over the incident that involved a student flogging a fellow student with a cutlass, the school assured that swift action had been taken.The offending student has...