The President of the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Ghana, Harriet AkuaKarikari, has dispelled the misconception that internal auditors are “policemen.” She said the job of internal auditors was not to find faults or catch people as many people believed. Ms Karikari said this when addressing the media after the IIA-Ghana’s health walk in Accra … The post Internal
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) in the Upper West Region has stepped up campaigns against accidental fires in the region. The service believes that the combination of increased education and activities of fire volunteers in the various districts has led to the drastic reduction in fire incidents in the region for the first four … The post UWR Fire Service steps
Governments of West African countries have been urged to put in place stringent measures to addressing rising disease outbreaks on the sub-region. According to the Director-General of the West Africa Health Organisation (WAHO), Professor Stanley Okolo, aside the COVID-19 pandemic, the sub-region was facing several outbreaks which put the population at risk, eroding gains made … The post Put
The Chief Executive of Ashaiman Municipal Assembly (MCE), Mr Albert BoakyeOkyere, has urged banking institutions in the country to partner Best Point Savings and Loans Limited to expedite action on the construction of the Ashaiman Ultra-Modern Complex. He explained that although Best Point had been the sole financier of the project in the municipality, it … The post Ashaiman
The Bank Hospital recently constructed by the Bank of Ghana (BoG), is not meant to serve only staff of the Central Bank, but the general public, Chief Executive Officer, IndrenPoovan, has said. According him, there was the perception that the facility was constructed purposely for the staff of the bank. “It has been erroneously perceived … The post BoG
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has appointed Mr Samuel Dubik Masubir Mahama, a legal practitioner, as Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG). He takes over from Kwame Agyeman–Budu, who attains the statutory retirement age of 60 years beginning from tomorrow. Jones Ofori-Addo, who is the Deputy Managing Director responsible for sales, customer service … The post President
The Ministry of National Security has cautioned religious bodies in the country to enhance security at their public places of worship, following the growing threat of terrorism in West Africa. It has recommended, among other things, the installation of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) cameras and engagement of the services of approved private security guards. The caution … The post Security
A torrential downpour in the early hours of Saturday caused flooding in some parts of Accra particularly the Kaneshie Market area, First Light, Abossey Okai, Adabraka. Worst hit was the ObetsebiLamptey Interchange where motorists had to use alternative routes to avoid the vehicles being swept by the raging floods. The New Times Corporation was also … The post Saturday downpour:
The funeral rites (Dotiyie) of the late Daasebre Professor Emeritus Oti Boateng, Paramount Chief of New Juaben and Nana Yaa Daani, Omanhemaa of New Juaben Traditional Area have been held at the forecourt of the Yiadom-Hwedie palace at Koforidua in the Eastern Region. Remains of the two royals were laid in state at the palace … The post Pres Akufo-Addo, others
A book of condolence has been opened for the late John Ndebugre, a former Member of Parliament (MP) of Zebilla in the Upper East Region, in Accra. MrNdebugrepassed away on May 6, 2022 at his residence in Zebilla after complaints of chest pains. Expected to close yesterday, some dignitaries around and beyond the country have … The post Book of condolence for Ndebugre open
Mr Charles Onuawonto Bissue, an aspiring General Secretary for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has called on delegates to elect new breed of politicians capable of breaking the eight in the 2024 elections. He said the party’s accomplishment over the last years was massive and “that it would be able to retain political power in … The post Charles Bissue calls for
The 2020 flagbearer of the People’s National Convention (PNC), David Apasera, has denied allegations of embezzlement made against him by the party’s General Secretary, Janet Nabila. According to him, all the funds he has been accused of embezzling were used for the 2020 campaign after they were disbursed to the party’s candidates. “For whatever we … The post PNC saga: Apasera makes a case
Former President John Dramani Mahama on Saturday, May 14, 2022, visited the home of the late John Ndebugre in Accra to commiserate with his family. The former MP for Zebilla died on Friday, May 6, 2022 in his home in Zebilla, Upper East Region after a period of illness. Signing a book of condolence, President … The post John Mahama eulogises late Ndebugre appeared first on
The Technical Committee set up by the Minister of Energy to develop a planning report for the country’s power sector has debunked claims by the Member of Parliament for Yapei-Kusawgu, Mr John Jinapor that the country risks returning to persistent power outages popularly referred to as ‘dumsor’. According to the committee, there was no such … The post Ministry
Parts of Accra and Tema were flooded following less than two hours of heavy rains last Saturday. Flooding is a natural phenomenon and the natural factors causing it are downpours and resulting run-offs; and overflowing rivers, breakdown of dams. Even though the natural causes are beyond human control, humans can prepare to contain the resulting … The post Stopping flooding is possible!! appeared
The Chief Justice, Justice Anin-Yeboah, has asked Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) practitioners to uphold the principle of natural justice and ensure fair hearing of cases brought before them. He said as arbitrators, ADR practitioners should refrain from being judges in their own court. Justice Anin-Yeboah appealed to ADR practitioners to uphold high standards of behaviour … The post CJ
The two teenagers charged for the murder of 10-year-old Ishmael Mensah Abdullah, at Kasoa, in the Central Region, will no longer face jury trial due to their ages, an Accra High Court has said. Initially, the court was supposed to empanel a jury to hear the matter involving accused and if found guilty, they would … The post ‘Teenagers accused of killing boy at
The Central Regional Police Command is investigating the murder of a level 300 Marketing student of the Cape Coast Technical University. The body of Nana Ama Clark, 24, was found at the road side of OLA Estate, near the OLA College of Education, Cape Coast, on Friday evening around 9 pm, with the private part removed. … The post Police investigate death of student appeared first on
District Court in Tema has issued a bench warrant for the arrest of the head pastor of Life-Changing Ministry Church, for failure to provide a sanitary facility on the church premises, at Community Three, in the Tema West Municipal Assembly. The court presided over by Mr Festus FoviNukunu issued the bench warrant after accused failed … The post Warrant issued for arrest
A 14-year-old boy has lost his left forearm and right foot due to the effect of acid poured on him for allegedly stealing a bicycle. The act was supposedly committed by a teacher of Nalerigu Senior High School, in North East Region, Ibrahim Salifu. The two limbs of the boy were subsequently amputated by doctors … The post Teacher pours acid on 14-year-old boy appeared first on
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