The Bank of Ghana, under the leadership of Dr. Ernest Addison, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, has taken a significant step in managing the country’s financial sector by writing off GH¢4.33 billion as bad debt in 2023. This marks a substantial 79.2% reduction compared to the previous year’s total …
Read More »ECG Warns of Increased Power Outages During Peak Hours
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has issued a warning to the public to brace for more power outages during peak hours, specifically from 7 pm to 11 pm. This caution comes as a result of 630 distribution transformers being identified as full to capacity within communities across ECG’s operational …
Read More »Five Arrested for Attacking Fire Service Officers at Racecourse Market
In the Ashanti Region, five individuals have been arrested following an alleged assault on fire officers who were responding to a fire outbreak at the Racecourse Market on Monday, March 11, 2024. The incident resulted in one of the fire officers sustaining injuries. According to reports, the suspects accused the …
Read More »MoH to Meet Finance Ministry to Accelerate Clearance for Unemployed Nurses
The Ministry of Health (MoH) is scheduled to meet with the Ministry of Finance (MoF) on Monday, March 10, to hasten the clearance and recruitment process for unemployed nurses. This decision follows the dissatisfaction expressed by the Coalition of Nurses and Midwives in the Northern Region, particularly aimed at the …
Read More »Ghanaian Actor ‘Drogba’ from YOLO Series Diagnosed With Demyelinating Disease Appeals for Support
Popular Ghanaian actor John Bredu Peasah, famously known as “Drogba” from the hit TV series YOLO, has shared his struggle with a demyelinating disease and is seeking financial assistance for his ongoing medical treatment. In a statement released on his official Instagram page, Drogba revealed that he has been diagnosed …
Read More »Military Officer Dies During Independence Day Parade in Koforidua
Tragedy struck during the 67th Independence anniversary celebrations in Koforidua, Eastern Region, as a military officer from the Ghana Air Force collapsed and passed away. The officer was among 66 others who collapsed during the parade and received immediate medical attention from stationed doctors at the venue. Despite efforts to …
Read More »University of Ghana Night Market Gets a Facelift to Combat Flooding and Enhance Facilities
The University of Ghana’s iconic night market has undergone a significant transformation to address flooding issues and provide better facilities for vendors, students, and staff. The refurbished market, located on the university campus, was officially commissioned by Vice-Chancellor Prof. Nana Aba Appiah Amfo, sparking joy and excitement among attendees. The …
Read More »Medical and Dental Council Inducts 295 Physician Assistants and Qualified Anaesthetists
The Medical and Dental Council of Ghana has inducted 295 Physician Assistants and Qualified Anaesthetists who have successfully completed their training and met all requirements set by the Council. The newly inducted professionals, hailing from various training institutions across the country, have passed their licensure examinations and are set to …
Read More »Businessman Granted GH₵100,000 Bail for Allegedly Defrauding an Online Rice Trader of GH¢54,000
The Tema Circuit Court B has granted bail to Michael Opoku Ofori, a 32-year-old businessman accused of defrauding an online rice trader. Presided over by Mrs Klorkor Okai-Mills, the court set Ofori’s bail at GH₵100,000.00 with two sureties, one of whom must be justified. Ofori pleaded not guilty to charges …
Read More »Chef Faila’s Guinness World Record Cook-a-thon Attempt Disqualified
Ghanaian chef, Failatu Abdul-Razak, fell short in her bid to break the world record for the longest cooking marathon by an individual, according to a press release on her Instagram page. Her goal was to surpass the official 119-hour record set by Alan Fisher. However, the attempt did not meet …
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