Despite a generally difficult local and international economic climate in 2023, the Tema Port handled 18 million tonnes of cargo while the Takoradi Port handled eight million tonnes. That was a boost in performance in the second half of the year after a dormant first half. Mr Michael Achagwe Luguje, the Director General, of Ghana […] The post Tema Port handled 18 million
In pursuance of its mandate to prevent corruption, the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has launched the Youth Against Corruption (YAC) Ghana social media platforms, dedicated to fostering integrity, transparency and accountability among the youth. The move which forms part of the OSP’s flagship anti-corruption programme, Youth in Anti- Corruption Initiative, comes at a […] The post OSP
Ghanaian Chef Failatu Abdul-Razak has unfortunately failed in her attempt to become the Guinness World Record holder for the longest individual cooking marathon, also known as a cook-a-thon. The Read More... The post Ghanaian
Management of the Ghana Export–Import Bank (GEXIM) has announced it will be hosting “Freedom Market” on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. The “Freedom Market” is a prelude to the 67th National Independence Day celebration next week in the Eastern Region under the theme “Our Democracy, Our Pride”. “Freedom Market”, a special edition of the Bank’s popular […] The post GEXIM
The Zambian government has imposed restrictions on maize and mealies meal (maize flour) exports in response to an extended dry spell endangering the harvest. Minister of Agriculture Reuben Phiri announced the measure on Tuesday, stating that export limitations will remain until a thorough evaluation of the upcoming harvest is conducted. “Owing to the prevailing situation, […] The post Zambia
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Volta Region has urged the public to disregard statements made by the New Patriotic Party’s flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, regarding the government’s construction of a fish landing site in Keta. The NDC in Keta argues that there is no evidence to support the government’s claims of having constructed […] The post Disregard
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), in collaboration with the Ghana Anti-Corruption Coalition (GACC) and its partners, organized a Media Awareness Workshop on “Electoral Corruption Offences and Sanctions.” The event took place on 7 February 2024, at Fiesta Royale Hotel in Accra. A total of 64 participants attended the program, with a majority being […] The post OSP,
Special Prosecutor Kissi Agyebeng The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has returned the assets and cash seized from Cecilia Abena Dapaah, bringing an end to a long-standing legal Read More... The post OSP Returns Cecilia Dapaah’s Money appeared first on DailyGuide
Only a week after the 366-meter-long 13,676 TEU Maersk Edirne left the Port of Tema, a similar-sized containership has called the Port. The CMA CGM Scandola Valletta is the second of thirteen vessels of the same class designated for the newly introduced West Africa Express Service (WAX) where Tema is the first port of call. […] The post Transshipment Ambitions Augmented
…as CIBA endorses proposed policy Former president, John Dramani Mahama, has said he will initiate an Accelerated Export Development Programme as part of the 24-hour Economy Policy implementation when voted into power. He explained that the programme will be coordinated from the presidency in order to give it the requisite support due to the critical […] The post 24-hour
The Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng, has dismissed calls for the scraping of his outfit, stating that these calls are unfounded and lack evidence of his office’s performance. Several individuals have criticized the OSP, claiming that it duplicates the functions of the Attorney General and other investigative bodies. This includes an Economist with UDS, Dr. Michael […] The post Calls
Private Legal Practitioner, Martin Kpebu, has expressed disappointment over the decision by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to drop the criminal trial, the application to confirm the seizure, and the freezing of the funds and bank accounts of former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Dapaah. Despite this, Mr. Kpebu admits the […] The post OSP’s
The Office of the Special Prosecutor says the outcome of KPMG’s audit on the transaction between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Ltd (SML) will play a major role in its investigation. The OSP has disclosed that it has commenced a preliminary investigation into the contractual arrangements between the two entities. The […] The post GRA/SML
Private Legal Practitioner, Martin Kpebu, has expressed disappointment over the decision by the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) to drop the criminal trial, the application to confirm the seizure, and the freezing of the funds and bank accounts of former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Dapaah. Despite this, Mr. Kpebu admits the […] The post OSP’s
Afrobeats sensation Omah Lay has reflected on his time in Ugandan prison, labelling it an “amazing time” Omah Lay, along with Tems, faced legal consequences for performing at a concert in Speke Resort, Kampala, violating COVID-19 social distancing regulations at the height of the pandemic. In the interview, Omah Lay shared that despite the initial […] The post Ugandan prison was amazing for me –Omah
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) was yesterday ordered by a High Court in Accra to return the $590,000 and GH¢2.73 million its officers found and seized from Read More... The post Return Cecilia’s Monies In 72 hrs- Court Orders OSP appeared
The Special Prosecutor has dropped the application to confirm the seizure and the freezing of the monies and bank accounts of Cecilia Dapaah. The office has also dropped a criminal trial instigated against the former sanitation minister for failure to declare her assets. This decision was taken after a series of in-chamber hearings on the […] The post OSP
The Ondo State Police Command has arrested two persons in connection with the death of a man, identified as Abiodun Akintomowo in Ondo town, Ondo State. Akintomowo was said to have died after allegedly having a sex romp with a woman suspected to be his girlfriend in a hotel located in the Akinjagunla area of the […] The post Man dies after sex romp with girlfriend in Ondo appeared first on
The Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) has officially transferred the investigation into the financial affairs and assets of former Minister of Sanitation and Water Resources, Cecilia Abena Dapaah, along with her associates, to the Economic and Organised Crime Office (EOCO). In a statement issued on Thursday, the OSP stated that no direct and immediate […] The post OSP
The UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), a member-based trade association that promotes trade between the UK and Ghana, has released the 5th edition of its annual Ghana Business Environment and Competitive Survey Report for the year 2023. Over 690 businesses, including UKGCC member and non-member companies from 16 industries and ranging from small to […] The post
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