Former President John Mahama has expressed serious concerns about the safety protocols following the accident involving a newly imported train on its test run along the Tema-Mpakadan railway line. The incident, which took place on April 18, 2024, has prompted Mahama to question the adequacy of pre-operational checks. Taking to social media platform X (formerly […] The post Train
The Trades Union Congress (TUC) has stated that Economist Professor Stephen Adei lacks an understanding of the country’s industrial relations and the challenges faced by workers. This statement follows Prof Adei’s claim that Ghanaian workers are among the least productive globally and that Togolese workers outperform Ghanaians in terms of productivity. In a statement released […] The post You’re
Mr Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director, African Department, International Monetary Fund (IMF), says Ghana will receive its next funding support from the IMF even if it is unable to sign a final debt pact with its official bilateral creditors. This means that the country would receive its third tranche of US$360 million when the IMF Board […]
Former first lady Mrs. Lordina Dramani Mahama has shared time-tested advice with young ladies attending a singles camp meeting and inspired them to make the most of their singleness while striving for personal and spiritual growth. Mrs Mahama was speaking as the special guest of honour at the 2024 Young Singles Camp Meeting of the […] The post Lordina Mahama
Former Member of Parliament for Ayensuano, Samuel Ayeh-Paye, has insisted that Ghana is not experiencing intermittent power cuts, commonly known as ‘dumsor,’ despite widespread outages plaguing homes and businesses. Recent months have seen a surge in power outages, prompting calls for a load-shedding timetable from affected sectors. Energy Minister Mathew Opoku Prempeh, during a media […] The post There
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has stated that the only way to mitigate the consistent rise in the prices of petroleum products is to introduce subsidies. Abass Tasunti, Head of Economic Regulation at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), said on The Big Issue on Citi FM and Citi TV on Saturday, April 20, that it is […] The post Subsidising petroleum
The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has stated that the only way to mitigate the consistent rise in the prices of petroleum products is to introduce subsidies. Abass Tasunti, Head of Economic Regulation at the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), said on The Big Issue on Citi FM and Citi TV on Saturday, April 20, that it is […] The post Subsidies are key to
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, […] The post Lapaz commuters grapple with
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, […] The post Election
Former Deputy Attorney General Joseph Kpemka has asserted that a comprehensive investigation into the actions of the former MASLOC CEO and Chief Operating Officer clearly demonstrated their guilt under the law. This statement comes in the wake of an Accra High Court’s decision to hand down a 10-year jail sentence to former MASLOC CEO Sedina […] The post Former
The Chiefs and People of Nsuekyir in the Effutu Municipality have vowed to support the Omanhene of Effutu Traditional Council Nenyi Ghartey VII in his quest to use portions of Nsuekyir lands for a cemetery project. Citi News understands that the old cemetery is full hence the need for an alternative. The decision sparked widespread […] The post Nsuekyir chiefs
Ghana’s Minister for Youth and Sports, Mustapha Ussif, has called on global leaders to take decisive actions in addressing urban challenges and climate change at the ECOSOC Youth Forum in New York. Highlighting Ghana’s rapid urbanization rate, Hon Mustapha Ussif stressed the urgency of adopting innovative solutions to combat pollution and emissions. He emphasized Ghana’s […] The post Ghana
Abel Dzidotor, a 41-year-old truck driver who abandoned his vehicle on the Tema-Mpakadan rail lines, has been sentenced to six months in jail by the Juapong Circuit Court. This was after he pleaded guilty to three out of four charges namely – careless and inconsiderate driving, unauthorized stopping, and causing harm. He was convicted on […] The post Driver who caused accident
The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that six aspirants have been cleared to contest in the upcoming Ejisu by-election scheduled for Tuesday, April 30. The nominations closed on Thursday, April 18, with some candidates racing against time to submit their forms at the EC’s Ejisu district office in the Ashanti Region. Leading the pack is […] The post Six aspirants cleared by EC for
The Chairman of the Federation of Kumasi Traders Association, Nana Prempeh, has threatened to sue the Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) and the management of the Kejetia Market in Kumasi. According to him, the market has been operating without a fire certificate and insurance cover, which is a violation of the GNFS’s Legal Instrument (LI) […] The post Federation
Chairman of the Federation of Kumasi Traders, Nana Prempeh, has raised serious concerns, traders at the Kejetia Market particularly those at the ground floor are exposed to poisonous vehicular fumes. He made the disturbing observation in an interview with Kojo Marfo on AbusuaNkommo at ABUSUA965FM. According to Nana Prempeh, the extractors installed to absorb these […] The post Kejetia
The founder of The New Force, Nana Kwame Bediako also known as Cheddar says he is going to use a currency to unite the African continent when the time is due. Speaking on Starr Chat with Bola Ray, Mr. Bediako stated that when he is able to make Ghana succeed he will join in […] The post I’ll use currency to unite the African continent – Cheddar appeared first on
The Korean Foundation for International Healthcare (KOFIH) in alliance with the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) has commenced its Knowledge Sharing Executive Initiative for participants of the authority. The Initiative in collaboration with the University of Ghana Business School, is a 5-day inculcation Programme for the second set of participants of the Authority. Lead Resource […] The post NHIA
Abebe Selassie, Director of the African Department at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has stated that the fund will not require the Ghanaian government to implement additional adjustments. He expressed optimism that ongoing discussions among official creditors will facilitate the conclusion of talks, enabling the release of the third tranche of funds. Abebe Selassie emphasized […] The post IMF
In a comprehensive explanation of the events leading to the collision involving the newly imported train, the owner of the truck involved in the accident has provided clarity on the circumstances surrounding the incident. The incident, which has raised significant concerns, occurred when the truck became lodged on the railway tracks. The owner, who was […] The post Truck
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