Special voters who could not cast their ballots today will be given the opportunity to do so on Sunday, December 4. This decision was agreed upon at an emergency Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting held on Wednesday evening. Citi FM gathered than many special voters including security officials who were to cast their ballots on ... Special voters who could not cast their ballots today will be given the opportunity to do so on Sunday, December 4. This decision was agreed upon at an emergency
The Electoral Commission has announced some eight measures aimed at ensuring greater transparency in the upcoming general election in December. The EC announced this at a dialogue with presidential candidates and their running mates in Accra on Thursday. A statement signed by Eric Dzakpsu, Head of Communications at the EC, said as part of the measures, ... The Electoral Commission has announced some eight measures aimed at ensuring greater transparency in the upcoming general election in December. The
The People’s National Convention (PNC), and the Progressive People Party (PPP), have reached an agreement on a parliamentary coalition for some constituencies in the country for the 2016 elections. The two parties are expected to rally their supporters to vote for each other in some specific constituencies in order to enhance their chances in the ... The People’s National Convention (PNC), and the Progressive People Party (PPP), have reached an agreement on a parliamentary coalition for some
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has declared Wednesday, December 7 an off-day for basic schools across the country. This is to afford students and teachers who will be voting and playing special roles on Election Day the opportunity to do so without fear of missing out on classroom activities. The GES had earlier instructed all ... The Ghana Education Service (GES) has declared Wednesday, December 7 an off-day for basic schools across the country. This is to afford students and teachers who
The Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on Tuesday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with the Ministry of Health (MOH) and the Ghana Health Service (GHS) for the continuous support of health interventions in the north. The agreement, which marks the beginning of the second phase of JICA’s Technical Cooperation Project would within five years, ... The Japanese International Cooperation Agency (JICA) on Tuesday, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with the Ministry
Russia is “not seeking conflict with anyone”, President Vladimir Putin has said in his annual Kremlin speech to parliament and the nation. “Unlike some foreign colleagues who see Russia as the enemy, we do not seek – and never sought – enemies. We need friends,” he said. But “we will not permit harm to our ... Russia is “not seeking conflict with anyone”, President Vladimir Putin has said in his annual Kremlin speech to parliament and the
Harry Kane has signed a new contract until 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur, the Premier League club have announced. Spurs have been in ongoing discussions with two of their top stars for months, with frontman Kane and Hugo Lloris keen to pen fresh terms. But they have now nailed down their leading goalscorer, with Kane – who ... Harry Kane has signed a new contract until 2022 at Tottenham Hotspur, the Premier League club have announced. Spurs have been in ongoing discussions with two of their
President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to do everything possible to ensure that Ghana is not plunged into violence during the electioneering period. There have been several chaotic incidents and violent clashes in the country in recent times involving supporters of the two major political parties – the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the New ... President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to do everything possible to ensure that Ghana is not plunged into violence during the
President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to do everything possible to ensure that Ghana is not plunged into violence during the electioneering period. There have been several chaotic incidents and violent clashes in the country in recent times, involving supporters of the two major political parties – the governing National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the opposition ... President John Dramani Mahama has pledged to do everything possible to ensure that Ghana is not plunged into violence
The presidential candidates in the 2016 elections have signed a peace accord at a meeting at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra the polls on December 7. The meeting was convened by the National Peace Council in Accra on Thursday, December 1, which culminated in the seven presidential candidates signing the peace pact ahead of ... The presidential candidates in the 2016 elections have signed a peace accord at a meeting at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra the polls on December 7. The
Barclays bank has launched two credit cards as part of measures to improve service to its customers. According to bank, it launched the cards as a result of a survey it conducted to identify the important needs of its customers. The cards are the Platinum and Classic credit cards. Speaking to Citi Business News after ... Barclays bank has launched two credit cards as part of measures to improve service to its customers. According to bank, it launched the cards as a result of a survey it conducted
The Electoral Commission (EC) says it is working with various security agencies to resolve the challenges with the special voters’ list. Hundreds of special voters who queued at polling stations across the country today [Thursday] could not cast their ballot during the Electoral Commission’s special voting exercise. Over 127,000 security and media personnel as well ... The Electoral Commission (EC) says it is working with various security agencies to resolve the challenges with the special
A commercial court in Accra is expected to hear a case involving CAL Bank and the University of Ghana, on 13th December 2016, over the latter’s failure to pay for a 43 million cedis loan facility it contracted in 2007. The University is also reported as breaching a payment plan agreed on with by CAL ... A commercial court in Accra is expected to hear a case involving CAL Bank and the University of Ghana, on 13th December 2016, over the latter’s failure to pay for a 43 million cedis loan facility
Former boss of the Ghana National Petroleum Cooperation (GNPC), Tsatsu Tsikata, has lauded the Court of Appeal for the judgment that overturned his criminal sentence in 2008. According to him, the judgment will guarantee the enforcement of the rights of all citizens. He therefore described it as a victory for Ghana’s democracy. Mr. Tsikata was sentenced to ... Former boss of the Ghana National Petroleum Cooperation (GNPC), Tsatsu Tsikata, has lauded the Court of Appeal for the judgment
The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings in the case where former Attorney General, Matin Amidu is expected to examine businessman, Alfred Woyome. According to the court, presided over by Justice Enin Yeboah, this is to allow justice to be served as the outcome of Mr. Woyome’s review application could have a substantial effect on the ... The Supreme Court has stayed proceedings in the case where former Attorney General, Matin Amidu is expected to examine businessman, Alfred Woyome. According
Hundreds of special voters who queued at polling stations across the country to cast their vote in the Electoral Commission’s early voting exercise on Thursday, fear they will be disenfranchised. Over 127,000 security and media personnel as well as EC officials and others who will be busy on Election Day, are expected to take part ... Hundreds of special voters who queued at polling stations across the country to cast their vote in the Electoral Commission’s early voting exercise on Thursday,
The Citi Breakfast Show team on Thursday December 1, 2016 focused on the special voting exercise ongoing across the 275 constituencies. The Citi Breakfast Show team on Thursday December 1, 2016 focused on the special voting exercise ongoing across the 275 constituencies.
Government has directed the Ministry of Power to halt the processing of application for Independent Power Plants in the country. The move is aimed at assessing the situation to determine the country’s future power demand. President John Mahama disclosed this in an address read on his behalf at the official launch of the Ghana Exim ... Government has directed the Ministry of Power to halt the processing of application for Independent Power Plants in the country. The move is aimed at assessing
The special voting exercise ongoing in polling stations across all 275 constituencies, is experiencing some challenges. While the Electoral Commission (EC) is insisting persons who registered for special voting should be allowed to vote at the various constituencies they had been designated to, Citi News’ Fred Djabanor who reported from Klottey Korle, stated that he ... The special voting exercise ongoing in polling stations across all 275 constituencies, is experiencing some challenges. While
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