The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has directed banks and Specialized and Deposit-Taking Institutions (SDIs) to desist from charging “Account Maintenance Fees” on savings accounts. The ban does not include charges for services provided by banks and SDIs with the explicit prior subscription by customers. A statement issued in Accra by Ms Sandra Thompson, the Bank’s … The post Bank
Mr Ignatius Baffour Awuah, Minister for Employment and Labour Relations, says only three per cent of workers in the informal sector contribute to structured social security schemes, thus 97 per cent are not guaranteed any formal pension benefit. The Ministry, he said, would, therefore, work together with the National Pensions Regulatory Authority (NPRA) and other … The post About
Mr Sampson Akilgoh, Director, Financial Sector Division, Ministry of Finance, says it has become necessary for the Government to develop strategies to improve on remittance flows into the country. He said those strategies would also enhance the economic development of the country as a whole. Mr Akilgoh made these remarks at the GIZ- Ghana Programme … The post Ghana
The Ghana Association of Writers (GAW) is mourning the passing of Mr. Bill Marshall, its former Vice President, which occurred on June 2, 2021 in Accra. The National Executive Committee and the entire membership of the GAW expressed their deepest condolences to the wife, children and the entire Marshall family for the loss of the … The post Ghana Association
The Bono Regional Security Taskforce on illegal mining on Thursday set ablaze an illegal mining site at Sadik-Akuraa, near Banda-Ahenkro in the Banda District of the Region. The task force led by Madam Justina Owusu-Banahene, the Bono Regional Minister arrested a 27-year-old illegal miner at the site and handed him over to the Police at … The post Taskforce
A 42-year-old hit and run driver has been arrested by the Police for allegedly causing the death of a female teacher, aged 27. Emeka Adams was in charge of Hyundai saloon car with the registration number GB 2126-20 when he knocked down Alice Adamtey, pretended to be sending her to the hospital, apparently to escape … The post Police arrests hit and run driver appeared first
Two persons, who allegedly robbed a commercial motor rider of his motorcycle and mobile phone at Dansoman in Accra, have been remanded into police custody by an Accra Circuit Court. Mawuli Amegbo, a drinking bar operator and Sulley Mohammed, a plumber, charged with conspiracy to commit crime to wit robbery and robbery, pleaded not guilty. … The post Dansoman motorcycle robbers
Mr John-Peter Amewu, Minister of Railways Development, has assured the 674 workers of the Ghana Railway Company Limited (GRCL), who were retrenched in 2002 that their salaries will be paid. “I sympathize with the past workers. I understand over 600 of them were retrenched in the year 2002 and are currently sitting at home without … The post Government
Prosecution in the case of Prince Charles Dedjoe, a business executive who is being held over his wife’s death, say they are waiting for the Attorney General’s (AG) advice. According to Police Chief Inspector Sophia Adumwaa, the Police were yet to receive the AG’s advice for committal proceedings to begin. Captain Retired Nkrabeah Effah Dartey, … The post Spousal
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