President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has openly acknowledged the recent power supply challenges, assuring the nation of the government’s unwavering commitment to resolving the issues at hand. Expressing gratitude for the patience exhibited by Ghanaians during the recent power cuts, the president reassured citizens of ongoing efforts to mitigate the challenges. During the inauguration of […] The post Dumsor:
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, the Minister for Works and Housing, has assured that the government is committed to completing the Saglemi Housing Project. The Saglemi Housing Project, which commenced in 2012, has encountered significant setbacks primarily due to government concerns regarding the contract amount. During an interview with Bernard Avle on the Point of View on […] The post Saglemi
The Chancellor of the University of Cape Coast (UCC), Sir Sam Jonah, has called on Ghanaian journalists to actively safeguard the country’s democracy by not shying away from addressing critical issues affecting its governance system. Sir Sam Jonah emphasized that media professionals in Ghana should serve as paragons of objectivity, promoters of informed discourse, and […] The post Speak
Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, the Minister for Works and Housing, has outlined the government’s efforts to address Ghana’s housing deficit through the construction of unit homes. In an interview on the Point of View on Citi TV with Bernard Avle, the former Information Minister detailed the unit homes being developed under the Affordable Housing Project. Oppong […] The post Affordable
Yaw Buaben Asamoa, a key member of the Movement for Change (M4C), has announced that Alan Kyerematen has received the endorsement of the Alliance for Revolutionary Change (ARC) as the presidential candidate for the upcoming December elections. The ARC, which was inaugurated in Accra on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, aims to unite a variety of […] The post ARC has endorsed
Energy Minister, Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh has expressed optimism that the newly commissioned 430-kilometre natural gas pipeline in the Ashanti Region will significantly boost industrialization in the area. The pipeline, initiated by Genser Energy, aims to enhance Ghana’s power sector and provide affordable energy to support various regional industries. During the commissioning ceremony on Wednesday, […] The post Energy
Although there is no scholarly or particular well-defined term for terrorism, the United Nations General Assembly criminalises the act by describing it as “criminal acts intended or calculated to provoke a state of terror in the general public, a group of persons or particular persons for political purposes are in any circumstance unjustifiable, whatever the […] The post The
The Education Ministry has disclosed plans to improve access to education in the Northern part of the country. Data from the ministry shows, that out of 100 students who graduated from Junior High School in the Northern regions, ninety-five have been enrolled in Senior High Schools, signifying a surge of profound social transformation within the […] The post 95
The former New Patriotic Party (NPP) Member of Parliament for Ejisu, Kwabena Owusu Aduomi, has filed his nomination at the Electoral Commission’s (EC) office to contest the upcoming by-election as an Independent Candidate. His decision is fueled by what he perceives as the reluctance of the national leadership of the NPP to address crucial concerns […] The post Ejisu
The Director General of the National Internal Audit Agency, Dr. Eric Oduro Osae says the Minerals Income Investment Fund (MIIF) is poised to become the best minerals sovereign fund in Africa after inaugurating the Fund’s Audit Committee at the MIIF Head Office in Accra. MIIF, which is said to be arguably the fastest-growing minerals sovereign […] The post MIIF
Albert Dwumfuor, the President of the Ghana Journalists Association (GJA), has expressed the association’s resolve to take assertive steps to protect its members from all types of assaults. At the launch of the 75th Anniversary celebration of the GJA in Accra on Wednesday, themed “75 Years of Excellence in Journalism: Honouring the Past, Embracing the […] The post GJA vows
The Ghana Police Service has arrested one suspect in connection with a robbery incident which occurred on the Odumase-Badu road, near Sunyani, in the Bono region at about 7 pm on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. The suspect, and his accomplices, currently on the run, attacked and robbed students and lecturers of the University of Energy […] The post One arrested over robbery attack
The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has launched the 2024 National Cybersecurity Challenge (NCC) at the Mensvic Grand Hotel in Accra. The National Cybersecurity Challenge (NCC) forms part of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month and it is aimed at promoting cyber safety and awareness among high school students by providing them with firsthand experiences in identifying, preventing, […] The post CSA
The People’s National Convention (PNC) has dismissed reports that some members of the National Executive Committee, representing 11 out of 16 regions of the PNC have resigned to form a new party – the People’s National Party (PNP). In a statement released on April 17, 2024, signed by National Communications Secretary Awudu Ishaq, the PNC […] The post PNC
The Ghana Tourism Authority (GTA) under the auspices of the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) has launched Feast Ghana on Wednesday, April 17, 2024, at the Accra Tourist Information Centre (ATIC). The Ghana Tourism Authority in collaboration with the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, the Asanteman Queenmothers Association and the Public Service Workers […] The post Ghana
The management of the University of Energy and Natural Resources in Sunyani has confirmed the death of a student during a robbery on a group of students returning from a field trip. The incident happened around Boffourkrom in the Sunyani West Municipality of the Bono Region. In a statement signed by the Deputy Registrar, Alfred […] The post University
Rockson Nelson Dafeamekpor, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Member of Parliament (MP) for South Dayi, has vowed to continue his legal action against Kwasi Kwaning Bosompem, the former Controller and Accountant-General. The Controller reportedly stepped down from his role, effective Monday, April 15, 2024. In January this year, the MP initiated a lawsuit against Mr […] The post CAGD
A Russian missile attack has killed 14 people in the city of Chernihiv in northern Ukraine, according to Ukrainian officials. Ukraine’s interior minister said there were more than 60 injured in the attack, which hit an eight-storey building in a densely populated area. Three missiles had struck close to the centre of the city, officials […] The post Ukraine
The Central East Regional Police Command has disclosed that 10 people including a female have been arrested over claims of missing genitals in the Kasoa enclave. One person is on the run and is currently being sought after by the police. Three others who have been remanded into police custody are due for sentencing at […] The post Missing Genitals: 10 arrested in Kasoa appeared first
JamRok Bar and Event Centre is suing Ghanaian musician Mr Drew for failing to perform at their Easter Dance Party With Mr Drew’ on April 1, 2024, in Asuogyaman. The organizers claim Mr. Drew received half his performance fee upfront but cancelled last minute without explanation. In a statement GhanaWeekend has seen, the management of […] The post JamRok sues
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