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Ghana is in mourning following the passing of Dr. Mustapha Ahmed, the former Minister of Youth and Sports. Dr. Ahmed, aged 63, passed away on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, in Accra after a prolonged battle with illness. Dr. Ahmed’s life was marked by significant contributions as a soldier, medical practitioner, …

Vice President Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has vowed to eliminate the controversial electronic financial transaction tax, commonly known as e-levy, should he ascend to the presidency of Ghana. Speaking in his inaugural address to the nation subsequent to clinching the flagbearer position for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Bawumia reiterated …

Ivory Coast’s Sebastien Haller proved decisive once again as his solitary goal propelled the hosts past DR Congo, securing a spot in the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final against Nigeria. In a tightly contested match in Abidjan, Haller broke the deadlock in the 65th minute with a well-placed volley …

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 …

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 …

Tragic news struck the Ghanaian media community as Michael Osei, professionally known as Nana Yaw Osei Tenkorang, was found dead in his Takoradi residence. The 35-year-old, renowned for his role as the morning show host on New Day TV, failed to report for work on February 4, 2024, prompting concern …

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 …

Tullow Oil, in collaboration with its Joint Venture Partners, is gearing up to temporarily cease drilling operations in Ghana later this year. The decision comes as the company plans to rely on existing well resources to maintain production levels at the Jubilee and TEN fields amidst declining output. Scheduled for …

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 …

The vaccination initiative, scheduled to commence by the end of the year, aims to immunize pre-adolescents before they enter into sexual activity, recognizing the urgent need to address the alarming rate of cervical cancer cases in the country. Dr. Kwame Amponsah-Achiano, Programmes Manager for the Expanded Programme on Immunization at …