The Iraqi army says it has recaptured all of eastern Mosul from the so-called Islamic State (IS). Counter-terror chief Talib Shaghati told reporters the army had taken control of the eastern bank of the Tigris river, which divides the city. Government forces have made swift advances through eastern Mosul after launching their latest offensive there ... The Iraqi army says it has recaptured all of eastern Mosul from the so-called Islamic State (IS). Counter-terror chief Talib Shaghati told reporters
Some cocoa farmers have appealed to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to appoint a Minister solely responsible for the cocoa sector. They said this would ensure more efficiency in the organization and management of the cocoa industry, which has contributed significantly to the Ghanaian economy for decades. Nana Kwaku Duah, President of the Offinso Municipal ... Some cocoa farmers have appealed to President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo to appoint a Minister solely responsible for the cocoa
Former President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday went to Manhyia to mourn with the chiefs and people of the Ashanti Kingdom on the demise of their queen mother, Nana Afia Kobi Serwaa Ampem II. Former Chief of Staff, Julius Debrah, General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress, Johnson Asiedu Nketia, Speaker of Parliament, Professor Aaron ... Former President John Dramani Mahama on Wednesday went to Manhyia to mourn with the chiefs and people of the Ashanti Kingdom on the demise of their
We have now had the opportunity to see the opening fixtures of all 16 teams competing for the title of African Champion. So what have we learnt from the opening exchanges? ‘Small minded’ resilience One observation the opening round has yielded is this: Just like the Euro 2016 tournament the so called small teams will ... We have now had the opportunity to see the opening fixtures of all 16 teams competing for the title of African Champion. So what have we learnt from the opening exchanges? ‘Small
The New Patriotic Party (NPP), has questioned the morality of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in condemning post-election violence and takeover of state entities, some of which reportedly led to assault on NDC members. The NDC in an earlier press conference accused President Akufo-Addo and the NPP leadership of allowing their supporters to ... The New Patriotic Party (NPP), has questioned the morality of the main opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) in condemning
The Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service in the Central Region recorded 2,668 cases of domestic violence in 2016. The figure was a reduction comparing it to that of 2015 figure of 3,314. Some of the cases included, neglect of parental duties, defilement, child stealing, forced marriage, causing unlawful ... The Domestic Violence and Victims Support Unit (DOVVSU) of the Ghana Police Service in the Central Region recorded 2,668 cases of domestic violence
The Citi Breakfast Show on Wednesday January 18, discussed Yayeh Jammeh’s declaration of an emergency ahead of the declaration of Adama Barrow as President of the Gambia. The Citi Breakfast Show on Wednesday January 18, discussed Yayeh Jammeh’s declaration of an emergency ahead of the declaration of Adama Barrow as President of the Gambia.
The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has justified the inaugural speech read by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, which had some paragraphs copied from speeches of former presidents of the United States of America. Addressing a press conference in Accra on Wednesday, the Deputy General Secretary of the NPP, Nana Obiri Boahen, argued that President ... The governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) has justified the inaugural speech read by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, which had some
A former Apprentice contestant who accuses US President-elect Donald Trump of sexual assault has filed a defamation lawsuit against him. Summer Zervos, who alleges Mr Trump forced himself on her in 2007, said he lied to the nation about his behaviour. The lawsuit, which Ms Zervos announced at a news conference, alleges Mr Trump is ... A former Apprentice contestant who accuses US President-elect Donald Trump of sexual assault has filed a defamation lawsuit against him. Summer Zervos, who alleges
Some traders in Kumasi have expressed worry over the financial losses they will incur following the announcement by traditional rulers of the Asante kingdom for all activities to cease on Thursday, January 19, 2017. This follows orders from the Manhyia Palace for trading activities to be ceased on Thursday due to the ongoing funeral of ... Some traders in Kumasi have expressed worry over the financial losses they will incur following the announcement by traditional rulers of the Asante kingdom
It seems the inauguration of Gambia’s president-elect, Adama Barrow on Thursday, January 19, 2016 may not come on as scheduled following the extension of embattled President, Yahya Jammeh’s term of office. Jammeh’s tenure which expires by midnight today, Wednesday, has been extended by 90 days by Gambia’s Parliament while a state of emergency has also ... It seems the inauguration of Gambia’s president-elect, Adama Barrow on Thursday, January 19, 2016 may not come on as scheduled following
The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation(GNPC), Alex Mould has charged the new government to ensure that money owed by the Volta River Authority (VRA) is retrieved as soon as possible. “Government of Ghana has to do what they have to do. They have to ensure that SOE,ECG and the power sector ... The Chief Executive Officer of the Ghana National Petroleum Corporation(GNPC), Alex Mould has charged the new government to ensure that money owed by the Volta River Authority
A group calling itself Women Achievers Network has urged President Nana Akufo Addo to consider appointing more women in his administration. President of the group, Hetty Addae opines that the low representation of women in government remains one of the most obvious obstacles preventing women from achieving gender equality in Ghana. Governments gave failed to ... A group calling itself Women Achievers Network has urged President Nana Akufo Addo to consider appointing more women in his administration. President
he Gambia’s parliament has extended President Yahya Jammeh’s term, which is due to end on Thursday following his defeat in elections, by 90 days. It also approved his decision to declare a 90-day state of emergency in the tiny West African state. Regional leaders have threatened to use military force to oust Mr Jammeh if ... he Gambia’s parliament has extended President Yahya Jammeh’s term, which is due to end on Thursday following his defeat in elections, by 90 days. It
The Gambia’s parliament has extended President Yahya Jammeh’s term, which is due to end on Thursday following his defeat in elections, by 90 days. It also approved his decision to declare a 90-day state of emergency in the tiny West African state. Regional leaders have threatened to use military force to oust Mr Jammeh if ... The Gambia’s parliament has extended President Yahya Jammeh’s term, which is due to end on Thursday following his defeat in elections, by 90 days. It
Spokesperson of former President John Agyekum Kufuor, Frank Agyekum has confirmed that his boss also received 2.3 acres of land from the state just like former President Jerry John Rawlings. According to him the state is mandated to erect a building on the land for him. “Yes it is correct,” he said on the Citi ... Spokesperson of former President John Agyekum Kufuor, Frank Agyekum has confirmed that his boss also received 2.3 acres of land from the state just like former President Jerry John
The Ghana Stock Exchange is projected to perform well this year despite a poor performance last year. The Ghana Stock market ended 2015 with a negative growth with managers of the market further predicting the same situation for 2016. Despite the challenges some stocks brazed the odds and performed well last year. A cursory study ... The Ghana Stock Exchange is projected to perform well this year despite a poor performance last year. The Ghana Stock market ended 2015 with a negative growth with
A beneficiary of the Vodafone Foundation’s scholarship scheme for girls, Seline Delamo has hailed the telecom company for paying her tuition and other academic expenses following the death of her guardian. Seline, a level 200 student of University of Education, Winneba (UEW), is among thirty students from the UEW to have benefited from the Foundation’s ... A beneficiary of the Vodafone Foundation’s scholarship scheme for girls, Seline Delamo has hailed the telecom company for paying her
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