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National Service Will be Optional for Graduates Under My Presidency – Bawumia

In a bold move aimed at bolstering job prospects for Ghanaian youth, Vice President and New Patriotic Party (NPP) flag bearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has unveiled plans to overhaul Ghana’s national service scheme, making it optional for graduates. Speaking at the UPSA auditorium in Accra, Dr. Bawumia outlined his vision …

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NIA Boss Ordered to Reimburse ₵98k for SSNIT Penalty Within 30 Days

In a recent development, the Executive Secretary of the National Identification Authority (NIA), Prof. Kenneth Attafuah, has been directed by the Public Accounts Committee of Ghana’s Parliament to reimburse over GH₵98,000. This amount was deducted from the Authority’s account as a penalty for delayed transfer of Social Security and National …

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Nana Kwame Bediako Pledges Support for Journalists’ Welfare and Safety Through Ghana Media Fund

Leader of the New Force Movement, Nana Kwame Bediako, has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to bolstering support for journalists with the proposed Ghana Media Fund (GMF). During a recent meeting with the leadership of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) at the International Press Centre in Accra, Bediako emphasized that the …

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Adwoa Safo Calls for Review of the National Pledge, Raises Gender Bias Concerns 

The Member of Parliament (MP) representing Dome Kwabenya, Sara Adwoa Safo, has voiced her objections to the language used in the national pledge, citing gender bias concerns. During a spirited debate in parliament, Adwoa Safo advocated for the inclusion of “foremothers” alongside “forefathers” in the pledge to acknowledge the significant …

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Government Abandons 15% VAT on Electricity Following Public Outcry

In a unanimous decision during a Cabinet meeting on February 2, 2024, the government has opted to retract the previously approved 15% Value Added Tax (VAT) on electricity. This move, reported by Asaase Radio, eliminates the obligation for electricity consumers to pay the controversial VAT on their utility bills. The …

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Police Apprehend 25 Individuals in Connection with Assault on Officers in Kwahu Bepong

In a statement released on Sunday, January 4, the police assured the public that comprehensive details of the incident would be communicated in due course. These arrests exemplify the police force’s unwavering commitment to maintaining law and order, prioritizing the safety of both citizens and law enforcement personnel. In a …

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Angola Players to Receive $250,000 for Victory Against Nigeria in AFCON 2023 Quarter-Finals

  Ahead of their quarter-final clash against Nigeria in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), Angola players have been promised an astronomical sum of $250,000 if they emerge victorious on Friday. This financial incentive adds to the already impressive motivation given to the Palancas Negras, who reportedly received iPhone …

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2023 All African Games: Ghana Paired With Benin, Congo, and The Gambia in Group A

In the upcoming 13th African Games Male Football Competition, Ghana’s national under-20 football team, the Black Satellites, will face formidable opponents in Group A. The draw has pitted them against Benin, Congo, and The Gambia in a challenging group stage. Scheduled to kick off in Accra from March 8–23, 2024, …

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Bawumia is a ‘Conman’, He Deceived us to Vote for Him in 2016 – Krontihene

Osahene Owusu Ntow IV, the Krontihene of the Anum traditional area, has labeled Vice President Bawumia as a ‘conman,’ accusing him of deceptive tactics that swayed public opinion during the 2016 elections. The traditional leader, who initially supported the New Patriotic Party (NPP), expressed his disillusionment with the Vice President’s …

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Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko Expresses Disappointment Over NPP’s Communication Amidst Economic Challenge

Renowned New Patriotic Party (NPP) member, Gabby Asare Otchere-Darko, has raised concerns about the party’s communication strategy, citing a lack of recognition for its accomplishments during an appearance on the Asaase Breakfast Show on Wednesday, January 31, 2023. Despite having retired from domestic politics, Mr. Otchere-Darko emphasized his disappointment with …

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