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NIB Releases Ameyaw-Akumfi

Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, the former Chairman of the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) Board, has been released from detention by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB). This development comes after he was detained in connection with an investigation into financial matters during his tenure as the Board Chairman of the Ghana Infrastructural …

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Appointments Committee to Vet Mahama’s Deputy Minister Nominees Today

The Appointments Committee of Parliament is set to begin its sitting today [Monday, February 24, 2025] to consider the nomination of Lydia Lamisi Akanvariba as the Minister of State Designate for Public Sector Reforms. The Committee will also vet Thomas Nyarko Ampem, the Deputy Minister Designate for Finance, Ebenezer Okletey …

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Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi Detained by NIB; Lawyers Push for Bail

Former Chairman of the Public Procurement Authority (PPA) Board, Prof. Christopher Ameyaw-Akumfi, has been detained by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) at Kawukudi, near Nima in the Greater Accra Region. The reasons for his detention remain undisclosed. Reports indicate that Prof. Ameyaw-Akumfi was taken into custody on Friday, February 23, …

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Majority Blocks Akwatia MP’s Address in Parliament Over Contempt Conviction

The Majority in Parliament has opposed an attempt by Ernest Yaw Kumi, Member of Parliament for Akwatia, to deliver a statement, citing legal issues surrounding his status as a legislator. On February 19, 2025, the Koforidua High Court convicted the Akwatia MP for contempt after he defied an interim injunction …

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Dumsor: Be patient, we’re resolving power supply challenges – Jinapor

The Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has urged Ghanaians to remain patient as the government works to resolve power supply disruptions caused by financial constraints and gas supply challenges. Speaking during a working visit to the West African Gas Pipeline Company (WAPCo) Station in Tema, Jinapor …

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Kasoa Opeikuma Residents Clash with Police, Landguards Over Forced Eviction

Tensions erupted in Kasoa Kumbe, a suburb of Opeikuma in the Awutu Senya East Municipality, as over 150 residents clashed with police officers and suspected landguards over a forced eviction. The Central East Regional Police Command reportedly carried out the eviction based on a court ruling in favor of Kwame …

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Any Woman who Refuses to take a DNA test for her Child upon Request is Hiding Something – Nollywood actor Yul Edochie 

Nollywood actor Yul Edochie has stirred controversy with his latest remarks on DNA testing. In an Instagram post on February 21, 2025, Edochie stated that any woman who refuses to take a DNA test for her child upon request is hiding something. His post read: “Any woman who refuses to …

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Restrict Rice Imports to Support Local Farmers – Amos Azinu

Amos Rutherford Azinu, President of the National Seed Trade Association, has urged the government to take firm action against influential groups involved in large-scale rice imports, arguing that their dominance is hindering the growth of Ghana’s local rice industry. Speaking on the Citi Breakfast Show on Friday, February 21, Azinu …

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Judging Mahama’s Performance Now Is Premature – Stephen Amoah

Former Deputy Finance Minister and Nhyiaeso MP, Stephen Amoah, has cautioned against making early assessments of President Mahama’s performance. Amid widespread political discussions about the new administration, Amoah stressed the need for patience, arguing that the president should be given enough time to roll out his policies and demonstrate their …

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Ghana Increases National Daily Minimum Wage by 10% for 2025

The National Tripartite Committee (NTC) has announced a 10% increase in Ghana’s National Daily Minimum Wage (NDMW) for 2025, raising the rate to GH₵19.97. The decision was reached during a meeting held in Accra on Thursday, February 20, 2025. According to a communique issued by the NTC, the Base Pay …

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