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EC’s statement on obsolete BVDs discovery “lies, half-truths, pure fantasies” – IMANI
IMANI Africa, a Ghanaian policy think tank, has strongly disputed the Electoral Commission’s (EC) recent statement regarding the discovery of 10 obsolete biometric verification devices (BVDs) at a recycling company in Madina. The EC had explained that these devices were legally auctioned and had been acquired before the 2012 elections. However, IMANI Africa has called […]
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Group demands dismissal of COCOBOD CEO, four others
An advocacy group known as United Voices for Change is calling for the dismissal of the Chief Executive Officers of major state-owned enterprises (SOEs), including the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD), Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), Ghana National Petroleum Corporation (GNPC), Ghana Water Company Limited, and Ghana Airport Company, citing mismanagement of resources as they continue […]
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Who were auctioneers of 10 BVDs? – IMANI questions EC
IMANI Africa, a policy Think Tank has questioned the Electoral Commission (EC) on the alleged discovery of 10 obsolete biometric verification devices (BVDs) that were discovered at a recycling plant. The EC, in a statement on Friday, April 26, 2024, explained that some 10 Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs) found at a recycling company in Madina […]
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Broken ECG Pylons Affect Power Supply In Shama
Some of the broken down pylons Nine communities in the Shama District of the Western Region have been without power since Tuesday, April 23, 2024, following the breaking down of
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We didn’t spend $150m to acquire BVDs, BVRs in 2020 – EC
The Electoral Commission (EC) has urged the public to disregard any publication claiming that it spent $150 million to acquire Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs) and Biometric Voter Registration Kits (BVRs) in 2020. EC’s response comes after Bright Simons, Vice President of IMANI Africa, published some articles alleging that the election management body spent $150 million […]
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Election 2024: Help probe EC’s missing BVR kits – NDC to Bagbin
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called on the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, to probe the Electoral Commission’s (EC) unaccounted Biometric Verification Devices (BVDs) and parts of Biometric Verification Registration Kits to ensure that the December polls are free and fair. In a statement from the General Secretary of the NDC, Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, […]
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Your fines to us unlawful, a breach of natural justice – ECG board to PURC
Board Members of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have described as unlawful and a breach of natural justice the decision by the Public Utility Regulatory Commission (PURC) to impose a GHC5.8m fine on them for alleged regulatory non-compliance. In a letter written by their lawyer, Yaw Acheampong Boafo on their behalf, the board members […]
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ECG staff threaten demo against A/R Minster
The Ashanti regional Senior and Junior Staff Unions of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) have threatened to demonstrate against the Ashanti regional minister, Mr Simon Osei-Mensah, over the arrest of the General Manager of ECG Ashanti East, Ing. Mark Wiafe. The minister ordered the arrest, following the disconnection of power supply to the Kumasi […]
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ECG Board Members Reject GHC5. 8m FinevImposed By PURC
Samuel Dubik Mahama Accusations have been made against the Board Members of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) by the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) for their failure to
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Don’t hang onto industries you can’t maintain and run – Otumfuo to Gov’t
Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, has urged the government to diversify companies it cannot maintain and run efficiently. According to him, there are a number of government companies and entities that are struggling that can do well with private partnerships. He disclosed this during the commissioning of a 430-kilometre natural gas pipeline by Genser Energy […]
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Feature: Measures To Address Dumsor
Electricity is a fundamental aspect of modern society, powering homes, businesses, and industries around the world. In Ghana, the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) plays a crucial role in providing reliable and affordable electricity to the people. However, in recent years, ECG has faced challenges in meeting the growing demand for electricity and ensuring a […]
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Three EC officials interdicted over missing Laptops
Three officials of the Electoral Commission (EC) have been interdicted over the alleged theft of some Laptops used for the Biometric Verification Registration. The suspects have been handed over to the police for further investigations. Dr Serebour Quaicoe, the Director of Electoral Services at the EC, revealed this information while updating on the case of […]
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2024 Election: NDC demands independent investigation into missing BVRs.
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) is demanding an investigation into the missing Biometric Voter Registration (BVR) kits by the Electoral Commission to ensure trust ahead of the 2024 general elections. Speaking during the party’s routine moment of truth series, General Secretary of the Party Fifii Kwetey questioned the posturing of the EC over the missing […]
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Ejisu By-Election… EC Opens Nominations
Jean Adukwei Mensa The Electoral Commission (EC) will officially open nominations on April 9, 2024 for prospective candidates desirous to contest the Ejisu by-election. The seat of the constituency
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2024 Polls: We won’t allow EC to shortchange Ghanaians – NDC
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has pledged to ensure that the Electoral Commission (EC) does not shortchange Ghanaians in the upcoming December elections. Dr Rashid Tanko-Computer, the Deputy Director of Elections and IT for the NDC stated that the party is closely monitoring the EC’s actions. He made these remarks during an interview with Umaru […]
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ECG Boss Decries Dumsor Requests From GRIDCo
Samuel Dubik Mahama Samuel Dubik Mahama, the Managing Director of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG), has voiced concerns over the increasing frequency of load management requests made by
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