The second edition of ‘The Citiuation Outdoor Party’ organised by Citi TV, is underway at the Gazebo View at Dzorwulu. The Christmas event dubbed the ‘Throwback Edition’, features Ghana’s Executioner, Obrafour; ‘Sixteen Years’ hitmaker Mzbel and highlife artiste Ofori Amponsah. Patrons are being served different packages of food and drinks at their tables while observing […] The post ‘The
“The average lifespan of a Bowhead whale is two hundred years. Jeanne Calment lived for a hundred and twenty-two years. However long these years may seem, they can by no means be compared to the decades of existence of plastic waste. It is not the mere longevity of these plastics that has a caused a […] The post Tackling plastic pollution:
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo wants Ghanaians to strictly adhere to covid-19 protocols during the Christmas festivities. “As Christmas fills our hearts with gratitude, let us not forget that COVID-19 is still very much in our midst. The number of active cases is currently on the rise. So, let us act and live responsibly, let […] The post ‘COVID-19
Security personnel believed to be protecting the concession of Adamus Resources, a gold mining company at Nkroful in the Ellembelle District of the Western Region, have allegedly burnt alive an illegal miner they arrested on the concession at Anwia-Bokazo. The victim, Michael Budo, who’s a physically challenged person, has sustained life-threatening burns all over his […] The post Security
Following reports of attacks on ride hailing app drivers by some riders, with the latest case being the setting ablaze of a bolt driver at Sekondi-Baka-Ano, some Bolt drivers in Sekondi-Takoradi want the app operators to ensure that riders can easily be traced through a proper identification system. They want the apps to demand photo […] The post Online
The Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), under the auspices of the Ministry of Trade and Industry (MOTI), has opened a newly-refurbished showroom at the Aburi Crafts Village in the Eastern Region. The multi-purpose facility will function as a market centre for locally-produced handicrafts and a venue for international art shows. The CEO of GEPA, Dr. […] The post Aburi
The Parliamentary Service is asking the public to disregard allegations by the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, claiming that Speaker Bagbin threatened the Finance Minister that the House will reject the 2022 budget. Parliamentary Service insists a Speaker of Parliament cannot approve or reject a budget. According to the Service, that is the sole responsibility of […] The post Mensah-Bonsu’s
Two children, a 12-year-old girl, and a two-month-old baby have been confirmed dead after a dawn fire swept through a residential apartment at Buokrom Estate in Kumasi in the Ashanti Region. Three others who sustained various injuries have also been hospitalized. The fire started at about 2:50 am on Friday, December 24, 2021, and the […] The post Kumasi: 2-month-old
A former Deputy Finance Minister, Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson, has called the bluff of the Attorney General, Godfred Yeboah Dame, on the lawsuit brought against him and two others for allegedly causing financial loss to the state. According to him, he cannot be intimidated or silenced from discharging his duties as the Ranking Member of […] The post ‘You
At least 37 people have been killed and about 100 others injured after a packed ferry caught fire in southern Bangladesh, local officials say. The blaze on the three-decked vessel started mid-river near the town of Jhalakathi as it sailed from the capital Dhaka to the town of Barguna. Some of the victims drowned after […] The post Bangladesh ferry fire: Dozens killed near
A former Boston College student has pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter in connection to the suicide of her boyfriend two years ago. Inyoung You, 23, was given a two and a half years suspended jail term, and told she would not be allowed to profit from the case that shocked America. Her boyfriend Alexander Urtula, […] The post Boston College student’s
If Speaker Alban Bagbin asked for a special budget for Parliamentary business, that’s fair; even worthy of praise.To have threatened to shoot down the Government’s 2022 Budget, are not words from a neutral referee. To have gone on to tell the current Finance Minister that he (Speaker) was going to do him, what his (Finance […] The post Enimil Ashon writes: Appoint
The Member of Parliament (MP) for North Tongu Constituency, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has taken on the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, over what he calls attempts to throw mud at the Speaker, Alban Bagbin. According to him, the attempts by the Majority Leader are pathetic and must be condemned by all. The Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu, […] The post Mensah-Bonsu’s
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has explained why he could not preside over the voting on the controversial e-levy bill on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. The Speaker of Parliament on Monday, December 20, 2021, during proceedings of the House asked the First Deputy Speaker to take the chair and never returned to the seat […] The post Bagbin explains his absence
The Ghana College of Pharmacists on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, launched the official journal for the college, GCP Journal. According to the College, the journal is to promote and develop the culture of research-oriented Teaching and Learning Practices, exposure for collaboration with other global partners, visibility of viable and prospective research works, and also create […] The post Ghana
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, says the governing New Patriotic Party, NPP, will lose the 2024 general elections if it manages to get the controversial electronic transfer levy bill passed. According to him, the NPP is voting itself out of power with some of its policies, such as the e-levy. The imposition of the […] The post ‘It’s clear
The Aflao District Police Command together with the Motor Traffic and Transport Department (MTTD) in the Ketu Division have organized a sensitization program for executives and members of various driver unions within the Ketu South Municipality. The event took place on Tuesday, December 21, 2021. The engagement brought together about fifty participants from the municipality. […] The post Volta
The Ghana Amalgamated Trust (GAT), has outrightly rejected allegations that it is illegally offloading the Trust’s shares to third parties According to GAT, the allegations are unfounded and should be disregarded. The Member of Parliament for Bawku Central, Mahama Ayariga, has petitioned the Bank of Ghana Governor to investigate the Board Chairman and Chief Executive […] The post ‘We’re
A former Deputy Finance Minister, Cassiel Ato Forson, and Member of Parliament for Ajumako-Enyan-Esiam Constituency in the Central Region, says he is not perturbed about the financial loss suit brought against him and two others by the state. Dr. Ato Forson says he is calm about the situation and will address the press today, Friday, […] The post ‘I
The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has absolved himself of any blame in relation to the recent brawl in the house over the imposition of the 1.75 percent electronic transfer levy. According to him, as Speaker, he has worked with the leadership of the house to conduct business and to apply the rules fairly. At […] The post Don’t blame me;
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