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UNIVERSITY OF GHANA GRADUATION FEE CONTROVERSY: STUDENTS LEFT EMPTY-HANDED

February 17, 2025

The University of Ghana has come under fire for failing to provide graduating students with medallions and scroll holders, despite collecting over GHS11 million in graduation fees.According to reports, the university collected the hefty sum from students who graduated in the 2022/2023 academic year. However, many students have taken to social media to express their...

SWINE FLU OUTBREAK: GLOBAL CASES SURPASS 30 MILLION

February 17, 2025

A recent update from the World Health Organization (WHO) has revealed that the number of reported swine flu cases worldwide has exceeded 30 million. This alarming figure underscores the rapid spread of the H1N1 virus, which was first detected in 2009. The WHO has confirmed that the virus has affected people in nearly every region...

FORMER VICE PRESIDENT BAWUMIA STRESSES NEED FOR AFRICA TO EMBRACE FOURTH INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

February 17, 2025

Former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has underscored the imperative for Africa to harness the opportunities presented by the Fourth Industrial Revolution, cautioning that failure to do so could exacerbate the continent’s economic marginalization. Addressing an audience at Harvard University, Dr. Bawumia observed that Africa’s absence from the first three industrial revolutions has resulted in...

Committee to ‘investigate’ high cost of data inaugurated

February 17, 2025

The Minister of Communications, Samuel Nartey George, has inaugurated an inter-ministerial committee to address the high cost of mobile data in Ghana. The 23-member committee would assess and implement measures to make data more affordable for Ghanaians. Speaking at the inauguration ceremony in Accra on Friday, the Minister charged the committee to work within 14...

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...

Minister affirms gov’ts commitment to advancing cocoa industry

February 17, 2025

The Minister of Tourism, Culture and Creative Arts, Ms. Ablah Dzifa Gomashie, has reiterated the government’s commitment to allocating resources to support the growth and promotion of the cocoa industry. She emphasised that the cocoa industry, particularly chocolate production, is a thriving sector with immense potential. Therefore, she stressed the importance of increased investment to...

Alleged NSS Fraud Exposes Flaw in Ghana Card System

February 17, 2025

A recent investigation by The Fourth Estate has uncovered a massive fraud scheme within the National Service Scheme (NSS), despite the integration of the Ghana Card into the registration system. This revelation contradicts former Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawawa’s claim that the Ghana Card would eliminate “ghost names” from government payrolls. The investigation found that...

Title Run-Liverpool Secures 2-1 Victory Over Wolverhampton in Premier League Showdown

February 17, 2025

Liverpool clinched a hard-fought 2-1 win against Wolverhampton on February 16, 2025, with goals from Luis Diaz and Mohamed Salah, who successfully converted a penalty. Despite facing challenges in the second half, the victory has extended Liverpool’s lead at the top of the Premier League to seven points, underscoring their determination in the title race.

Government Implements Night Curfew in Walewale to Address Security Concerns

February 17, 2025

The Ministry of the Interior has declared a curfew for Walewale and its surrounding areas in the North East Region due to rising security threats. This decision comes in response to recommendations from the North East Regional Security Council (NERSEC). The curfew, established through an Executive Instrument, will be in effect daily from 6:00 pm...

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...