The Minister for Finance, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam has charged the newly constituted Ghana Revenue Authority Board to work closely with relevant institutions and stakeholders to reduce tax non-compliance and block revenue leakages. According to the Minister, it was critical for the revenue-generating institution to achieve its medium-term revenue targets of 18%-20% tax/GDP ratio as […] The post Work
The National Communications Authority (NCA) has announced the full restoration of internet connectivity after several weeks of disruptions. The NCA issued a public alert on March 14, reporting multiple disruptions to undersea cables that had affected mobile and fixed data services nationwide. The cables were damaged in Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, and Portugal, impacting international traffic […] The post Internet
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has reaffirmed that the Saadiyat Cultural District, along with its cultural institutions, is on track for completion in 2025. Saadiyat Cultural District is a global platform, emanating from a rich cultural heritage, celebrating traditions, and advancing equitable culture. It is an embodiment of […] The post Saadiyat
The National Identification Authority (NIA) has stated that the ongoing Ghana Card registration exercise in the Pusiga District is “lawful, proper, necessary, and wholly wholesome.” Dr Edward Omane Boamah, the Director of Elections and IT for NDC, in a Facebook post, claimed that the registration exercise in Pusiga was politically motivated, masquerading as a collaboration […] The post Ghana
Ernest Thompson, a former Director-General of the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT), has raised concerns about the ongoing sale of four hotels to the Minister of Food and Agriculture, Dr. Bryan Acheampong. He argues that the current sale process might not prioritise the long-term investment goals for which SSNIT is known. This development […] The post Halt
President Akufo-Addo has released the complete KPMG report concerning the contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML). The release follows public calls for transparency and accountability regarding the contract’s details and execution. Click here to read the full Report on the Audit of the Revenue Assurance Contracts Transactions between GRA […] The post Full
A leading member of the Movement for Change, Hopeson Adorye has been arrested by the Police over his claim that he detonated dynamites in the Volta Region during the 2016 General Elections. Mr Adorye made the claim during a radio interview in Accra which has since gone viral. He is currently in custody, and according […] The post Hopeson Adorye arrested over his dynamite
Parts of Ghana’s capital, Accra, were submerged following a heavy downpour on Wednesday. The rainfall, which lasted for over three hours, caused significant disruption, especially to road users and businesses. Major roads became impassable due to the floodwaters, leading to massive traffic jams with many commuters stranded. For instance, parts of the road from the […] The post Parts
President Akufo-Addo has released the complete KPMG report concerning the contract between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Limited (SML). The release follows public calls for transparency and accountability regarding the contract’s details and execution. The KPMG report, which was commissioned to scrutinise the terms and implications of the agreement, provides an in-depth […] The post Akufo-Addo
In a bid to bolster economic resilience, the Netherlands has announced plans to invest some 4 million euros in Ghana’s agricultural industry. This effort, according to them forms part of its aim to strengthen the economic and bilateral relations between them and Ghana. Speaking on the sidelines of the Adenta Community Garden and Opening of […] The post Netherlands
At the ongoing ‘International Dialogue on Migration’ held at the United Nations Headquarters, Highlife star Kofi Kinaata delivered a compelling speech to high-level delegates from around the world. In his address, Kinaata reflected on his journey as the Goodwill Ambassador of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Ghana, a role he has passionately embraced since […] The post Kofi
The President of the Republic has pursuant to the receipt of a Petition, under Section 15 of the Office of the Special Prosecutor Act, 2017(Act 959), referred same to the Chief Justice, to ascertain whether there is a prima facie case, for the Impeachment of the Special Prosecutor, under Article 146 of the 1992 Constitution. […] The post Lawyer
Private legal practitioner Kwame Akuffo has cast doubt on the possibility of impeaching the Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng. In a write-up, the renowned legal expert stated that it would be unconstitutional to remove Mr. Agyebeng from his post based on Article 146 of the 1992 constitution. Former Special Prosecutor Martin Amidu, in a petition, has […] The post Approach
The Tamale Teaching Hospital has dismissed claims of disbursing salaries to so-called ghost employees. Following an examination of the payroll system in the Northern Region, which included the Tamale Teaching Hospital and educational institutions under the Ghana Education Service (GES), the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) and the Controller and Accountant General’s Department (CAGD) […] The post Tamale
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has called on key players in the public sector to devise strategies aimed at enhancing productivity within public service organisations. He emphasised that this is crucial for ensuring that productivity-based payments become a standard principle for effective salary administration. While addressing the 11th Annual Conference of Chairpersons of Governing Boards, […] The post Develop
The plight of aggrieved Menzgold customers struggling to recover their investments remains unresolved, with reports indicating ongoing liquidation of the company’s assets despite legal injunctions. The latest asset slated for sale is a residential property located at Trassaco Valley Phase 3, House Number 337 at Oleander Avenue. Nana Appiah Mensah, popularly known as NAM1, and […] The post Customers
The National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party, Stephen Ayesu Ntim has been appointed the Board Chairman of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA). He takes over from Joe Addo-Yobo, who has served as NPA board chairman since 2017. In a Facebook post, Energy Minister, Dr Matthew Opoku Prempeh disclosed that Mr Ntim had been sworn […] The post NPP’s National Chairman,
Multiple award-winning Gospel Musician Joe Mettle has unveiled the date for this year’s edition of his annual Praise Reloaded praise and worship concert at a press soiree held in Accra on Wednesday, May 22. Slated for Sunday, June 30, 2024, this twelfth edition promises to be bigger and better than ever. For the first time […] The post Joe Mettle
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed Joe Ghartey as the new Board Chair of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA). Mr Ghartey who is the current Member of Parliament (MP) for Essikado-Ketan replaces Dr. Tony Oteng Gyasi. Mr Ghartey is tasked with reforming the GRA and streamlining its activities The Dr Anthony Oteng-Gyasi-led board of […] The post Akufo-Addo appoints
A 32-year-old Nigerian National, Pascal Okafor Ezugwu, has been sentenced to a 10-year prison term by the High Court in after being found guilty of attempting to smuggle 90 thumb-sized cocaine pellets which weighed 1.54 kg. On Friday 3rd May 2024, Mr. Okafor Ezugwu was sentenced to a minimum of 10 years in hard labour […] The post Nigerian jailed 10 years for drug trafficking
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