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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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The Silent Crisis: Unraveling the intersection of climate change and public health in Ghana
In the heart of West Africa, Ghana grapples with a silent crisis, one that stealthily infiltrates communities, leaving a trail of health repercussions in its wake. Recent scientific observations and meticulous measurements have unearthed a disconcerting reality: Ghana’s weather is becoming hotter, setting the stage for a complex interplay between climate change and public health. […]
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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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UEFA International Tournament: Ghana lash Serbia 5-1 in second game
Ghana’s Black Starlets gave a showdown, securing a 5-1 victory over Serbia at the VGAFK Stadium in Volgograd, Russia, during the ongoing UEFA U-16 International Development Tournament in the early hours on Friday, April 26, 2024. Ghana’s lineup against Serbia featured Abdulai Nortey initiating the first goal with a magnificent curler in the 16th minute, […]
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Stephen Appiah to contest Ayawaso West Wuogon seat
Former Black Stars captain, Stephen Appiah is expected to contest the Ayawaso West Wuogon (AWW) 2024 parliamentary election. According to sources, he will be contesting as an independent candidate. He will be competing against National Democratic Congress (NDC) John Dumelo and incumbent New Patriotic Party (NPP) Lydia Seyram Alhassan. However, political analysts have always projected […]
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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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‘Drake signed his soul to the devil’ – Kanye West
American rapper Kanye West has claimed that his colleague Drake signed his soul to “the devil”. He claimed that their fallout was because the Canadian rapper signed to the devil and began going against God which he (Kanye) represents. Kanye West, who recently hopped on Future and Metro Boomin’s ‘Like That’ remix, said he lent […]
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Lapaz commuters grapple with 20% fare hike despite govt’s directive
Commuters in Lapaz are feeling the pinch of a 20% surge in transport fares, a move that flies in the face of a directive from the government and the Ghana Private Road Transport Union (GPRTU) advising drivers against fare hikes. While some drivers justify the hike citing the escalating costs of fuel and spare parts, […]
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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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Assessing The Status Of STEM Education In Basic Level In Prestea Hunni-Valley Municipality
It is an undeniable fact that STEM Education has received so much attention in Ghana recently as the country aims at creating a competent workforce to support its economic growth and development. Sub-Saharan Africa is also seeing a boom in the Information Communication Technology industry which is set to continue growing, with Ghana acting as […]
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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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Upper West NDC MPs extend gratitude to Speaker Alban Bagbin
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) Members of Parliament representing the Upper West Region have expressed their profound thanks and gratitude to the Rt Hon Speaker of Parliament, Alban S. K. Bagbin, for his unwavering support to the Caucus over the last three years. In a statement issued by the leader of the caucus, Dr. Rashid […]
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