The 8th edition of the Ghana Oil and Gas Awards (GOGA), on Friday, December 3, 2021, announced its winners at the Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel in Accra. The all-important event organized by Xodus Communications in partnership with the Ministry of Energy, seeks to reward those that have played a defining role in moving the Oil […] The post Ghana Oil & Gas Awards: Full list of
Forbes Africa magazine has named President Akufo-Addo as its African of the Year. The magazine, in a statement, said “Ghana’s President, has repositioned the country in the global marketplace as one reliant on its own resources and strengths.” Responding to the win, President Akufo-Addo told Forbes Africa that he was overwhelmed and thanked Forbes Magazine […] The post Forbes
President Akufo-Addo has directed all Ministers and Deputy Ministers who are Members of Parliament (MPs) not to travel outside the country for the next one month. It is unclear the reason for this directive, but sources at the Jubilee House say the President wants all NPP MPs present when Parliament begins the appropriation of budget […] The post ‘Don’t
Ralf Rangnick said his Manchester United side performed “better than expected” as he began his reign as interim manager with a narrow victory over Crystal Palace. A more energetic United display looked like going unrewarded against a dogged Crystal Palace outfit until midfielder Fred struck first-time from Mason Greenwood’s lay-off to send a superb 20-yard […] The post Rangnick
The Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta, has said proceeds from the 1.75% E-Levy, proposed in the 2022 budget, would ensure that over 11 million people are employed. The government has said among other things that proceeds from the levy will support young entrepreneurs in the country as a way of tackling unemployment. The Minister made […] The post E-levy
Some angry youth at Wassa Pewuako in the Western Region have attacked police officers from the Wassa Amenfi East Command who attempted to rescue a 60-year-old man allegedly involved in the killing of a 19-year-old motor rider. The youth deflated the tyres of two police vehicles, and also smashed the windscreen of the vehicle of […] The post Wassa Pewuako:
Some angry youth at Wassa Pewuako in the Western Region have attacked police officers from the Wassa Amenfi East Command who attempted to rescue a 60-year-old man allegedly involved in the killing of a 19-year-old motor rider. The youth deflated the tyres of two police vehicles, and also smashed the windscreen of the vehicle of […] The post Wassa
Highlife musician, Pat Thomas, received the biggest honour at the 9th edition of the fashion and music show, Rhythms On Da Runway dubbed ‘The Masquerade,’ held at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC). The special Black Star Honour, according to the organizers, Nineteen57 Events, is intended to recognize excellence and remarkable contribution to the advancement […] The post Pat
A security guard has died after he was attacked by unknown persons in the early hours of Sunday, December 5, 2021, at Chorkor in Accra. According to the police, the deceased, together with a 70-year-old man, were both attacked with yet-to-be determined objects. The crime scene management team visited the scene to gather evidential materials […] The post Security guard killed
Mrs. Gertrude Quashigah, the National Coordinator of the Ghana School Feeding Programme (GSFP), says the Programme will start a television programme to educate caterers next year. She said the show would engage caterers on innovative and cost-effective ways of cooking. Mrs. Quashigah, who said this on the sidelines of this year’s Farmers’ Day celebration in […] The post School
President Akufo-Addo has criticised the travel bans issued against some African countries because of the Omicron strain of the coronavirus. He described the bans as instruments of immigration control. President Akufo-Addo was speaking when he addressed a joint press conference at the Jubilee House, with the President of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa, on Saturday, as […] The post Akufo-Addo
A teacher union, known as All Teachers Alliance Ghana (ATAG), has announced its decision to embark on a demonstration to express its displeasure over the deduction of GHS 509 from the teachers’ professional development allowance for the payment of the government’s one-teacher one laptop policy. The demonstration, slated for December 15, 2021, seeks to draw […] The post Group
The Bolgatanga East MP, Dr. Dominc Ayine, has downplayed the suggestion that attempts at consensus building by the Minority in Parliament on the controversial 2022 budget, are signs that they’re being corrupted or compromised. Speaking on the Big Issue, he said it had become problematic that suggestions of corruption emerge anytime there is the need […] The post ‘Accusing
The National Peace Council has urged the Majority and Minority sides in Parliament to stay on the path of dialogue with regard to the passing of the 2022 budget. In a statement, the Council said it was concerned about the implications of the impasse on the peace and stability of the country. Following this, it […] The post Peace Council
At least 23 people have drowned after a bus travelling to a wedding plunged into a flooded river in Kenya. Video footage shows the bus was swept away after the driver tried to cross fast-flowing water over a bridge in the Enziu River, about 200km (125 miles) east of the Kenyan capital, Nairobi. The bus […] The post Over 20 drown after bus carrying choir
US anchor Chris Cuomo has been fired by CNN for help he gave his brother, ex-New York governor Andrew Cuomo, while he was battling harassment allegations. The decision came after CNN said additional information had emerged over the extent of Chris Cuomo’s involvement in his older brother’s defence. Andrew Cuomo resigned in August after prosecutors said […] The post CNN
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