On July 24, residents of the Sefwi-Wiawso constituency in the Western North Region held a protest against Speaker of Parliament Alban Bagbin, insisting on an apology for his expulsion of their Member of Parliament, Dr. Kwaku Afriyie, from the parliamentary chamber. The issue arose when Speaker Bagbin found some remarks …

Twelve individuals facing trial for alleged crimes, including murder, have been discharged due to evidence indicating the state’s reluctance to prosecute their cases. Some of these individuals, who have been in custody for nearly a decade, had appeared in court no more than four times since their arrest. Ghana’s criminal …

Mustapha Ussif, the Minister for Youth and Sports, has refuted claims that about 40 hotels remain unpaid following the All African Games. His response comes after the Ghana Hoteliers Association threatened legal action against the Ministry of Youth and Sports and the Local Organising Committee (LOC) over unpaid bills for …

Four relatives sent to Norway to retrieve the body of a deceased para-athlete have also absconded upon arrival in the country. This was revealed by Samson Deen, President of the National Paralympic Committee (NPC), during an interview on the Asaase Breakfast Show. The NPC has faced criticism following the disappearance …

The National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT) is demanding the dismissal of Dr. Haggar Hilda Ampadu, the Executive Director of the National Schools Inspectorate Authority (NASIA). NAGRAT contends that NASIA has not effectively collaborated with teacher unions and has excluded trained Ghana Education Service teachers from school inspections. NAGRAT President, …

In a world increasingly dominated by screens and instant information, the age-old practice of reading books remains a powerful and enriching activity. Here are twelve compelling reasons why incorporating reading into your daily routine can have profound benefits: 1. Knowledge Highway Books are an unparalleled source of information on virtually …

Incorporating simple yet effective habits into your daily routine can lower your risk of heart-related issues and enhance your overall well-being. Cardiovascular diseases remain one of the top causes of death globally, making it crucial to adopt heart-healthy habits. Here are five key practices to maintain a healthy heart: 1. …

The Colleges of Education Teachers Association of Ghana (CETAG) has ceased all operations in response to the government’s order to freeze their salaries for July. On July 22, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) instructed the Controller and Accountant General’s Department to withhold the salaries of all CETAG members participating …

As Ghana gears up for its next presidential and parliamentary elections, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has made several ambitious promises to the nation. His pledges reflect a vision for transformative change and confidence in the NPP’s capacity to deliver. 1. Affordable Smartphone Initiative Dr. Bawumia …

Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam, the Finance Minister, announced that Ghana’s provisional total public debt has reached GH¢742 billion (US$50.9 billion) as of June 2024. This amount constitutes 70.6 percent of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Presenting the 2024 mid-year budget review in parliament on Tuesday, Dr. Amin Adam noted, …