In a tragic incident on the night of April 4, 2024, a 45-year-old National Democratic Congress (NDC) communicator in Asante Mampong, Osei Yaw Akoto, known as ‘Borga,’ was reportedly fatally stabbed during a heated altercation with his wife. According to reports, the altercation escalated, leading to the stabbing. His friend, …
Read More »Alan Kyerematen, Abu Sakara, and Others Form Alliance for 2024 Election
Dr. Michael Abu Sakara Foster, the Convener and Leader of the National Interest Movement (NIM), a political Civil Society Coalition, is among the key figures in this alliance. Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, Founder of the Movement for Change, announced the alliance in a press release on Thursday. He emphasized that …
Read More »Ghana’s Majority Leader Afenyo-Markin Chosen as 3rd Deputy Speaker of ECOWAS Parliament
Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, Ghana’s Majority Leader in Parliament, has been elected as the 3rd Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament. His election brings a wealth of experience to the role, having been actively engaged in parliamentary affairs both domestically and at the ECOWAS Parliament for a significant period. The inauguration …
Read More »Black Stars Assistant Coach John Paintsil Sues Media Outlets and Journalists Over Criticism of Coaching Appointment
Former Ghanaian footballer John Paintsil has taken legal action against several media houses, sports journalists, and an analyst following criticism of his recent appointment as assistant coach of the Ghana national team. In a writ dated Thursday, April 4, 2024, Paintsil filed a lawsuit against Saddick Adams, Christopher Nimley, Patrick …
Read More »Ghana Drops to 68th in Latest Coca-Cola FIFA World Rankings, 14th in Africa
Ghana Black Stars, have experienced a decline in the latest FIFA World Rankings after their recent international matches over the March break. During this period, the Black Stars faced Nigeria’s Super Eagles and Uganda, resulting in a 2-1 defeat against Nigeria followed by a 2-2 draw against Uganda. These results …
Read More »President Akufo-Addo Reshuffles Regional Ministers: Hon. Stephen Yakubu Moves to Upper West, Hafiz Bin Salih to Upper East
In a recent announcement from the Communication Directorate of the Jubilee House in Accra, President Akufo-Addo has implemented changes to the regional ministers within his government. The reshuffling sees Hon. Stephen Yakubu, the current Upper East Regional Minister, assuming the position of Upper West Regional Minister. Simultaneously, Hafiz Bin Salih, …
Read More »Ministry of Foreign Affairs Stands Firm on Passport Fees, Rejects Calls for Review
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Reintegration has issued a resolute statement, affirming its decision not to reconsider the recent adjustments to passport application fees. This follows comments from Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the Ranking Member on the Foreign Affairs Committee of Parliament and MP for North Tongu, who described …
Read More »Government Declares April 11 as Public Holiday for Eid-ul-Fitr Celebration
The Government of Ghana has announced Thursday, April 11, as a statutory public holiday to commemorate Eid-ul-Fitr. The Interior Minister, Henry Quartey, issued a statement encouraging all citizens to observe the day. “Eid-ul-Fitr, which falls on Thursday, April 11, 2024, is hereby declared a statutory public holiday and should be …
Read More »Ghanaian Students in Hungary Lament Over Government’s Failure to Pay their Monthly Stipends for the Past Six Months
Ghanaian students studying in Hungary are facing a challenging situation as the Ghanaian government has allegedly failed to pay their monthly stipends for the past six months. The students, numbering about 215 and comprising undergraduates, masters, and PhD students, are expressing their distress over the situation. According to a press …
Read More »John Mahama Reaffirms Pledge to Establish Ministry of Youth Development if Elected President
In a recent address at Wisconsin International University College in Accra, John Mahama, the 2024 flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), reiterated his commitment to creating a dedicated ministry for youth development if elected president in the upcoming December elections. During a special public lecture titled “An Interaction with …
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