Following the election of the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Nana Akufo-Addo to the highest office of the land, government together with the NPP will on Sunday outdoor a presidential transition team. A statement signed by Minister of Communications Dr. Edward Omane Boamah said the team which includes seven members from government and nine ... Following the election of the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party, Nana Akufo-Addo to the highest office of the land, government together with

President John Mahama would have cherished an opportunity to do more for Ghanaians, he says. Although he served only a four-year term, the President said he is certain he had done his bit in contributing to the political, social and economic development of the county. In a Facebook post on Saturday [December 10], the President ... President John Mahama would have cherished an opportunity to do more for Ghanaians, he says. Although he served only a four-year term, the President said he is certain

Former President Jerry John Rawlings has admonished Ghana’s president-elect, Nana Akufo-Addo to ensure that he wages war on corruption in the country. According to him such move comes with the responsibility of occupying the highest position in the land. “Your victory is a manifestation of the people’s desire for new leadership and comes with enormous ... Former President Jerry John Rawlings has admonished Ghana’s president-elect, Nana Akufo-Addo to ensure that he wages war on corruption

Two children are reported dead and several others injured after a KIA truck run over some jubilant supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at Suhum Okorase in the Eastern Region on Friday night. The supporters, who had gathered to celebrate the victory of their Presidential candidate, Nana Akufo-Addo in the just ended general elections. ... Two children are reported dead and several others injured after a KIA truck run over some jubilant supporters of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) at Suhum

One of the biggest critics of electric cars also runs one of the worlds largest automakers. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Sergio Marchionne has as much as begged customers to avoid buying his electric vehicles (EVs) because he loses so much money on them. Demand for EVs isn’t just weak — it’s practically non-existent. Globally, electric ... One of the biggest critics of electric cars also runs one of the worlds largest automakers. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles CEO Sergio Marchionne

Payments for DKM customers who were validated manually are expected to commence on Wednesday 14th December, 2016. This is the assurance from the Principal Company Inspector for the Official Liquidator for DKM, Jones Nathaniel Ansah. According to him, the December 14th date was arrived at after the initial November12 date was rescheduled. “The payment was ... Payments for DKM customers who were validated manually are expected to commence on Wednesday 14th December, 2016. This is the assurance

There has been a significant improvement of quality education delivery at the Pre-school level in the Bongo District of Upper East Region, research has shown. The research conducted by the Turning Point Developing Consulting in the Bongo District, attributed the positive outcome to the implementation of the Ghana Partnership for Education Grant Project (GPEG) by ... There has been a significant improvement of quality education delivery at the Pre-school level in the Bongo District of Upper East

Dear Babies in Nana Addo’s Gov’t, I trust that you are gloating in this long-awaited electoral victory. It is your right. You worked for it and duly deserve to celebrate; nobody will hold that back from you. But just some few lines for you to consider as you look forward to “positions” in the government; ... Dear Babies in Nana Addo’s Gov’t, I trust that you are gloating in this long-awaited electoral victory. It is your right. You worked for it and duly deserve to celebrate; nobody

The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has upheld the integrity of this year’s general elections. The Electoral Commission (EC) on Friday declared opposition leader, Nana Akuffo Addo president-elect of Ghana winning with 53.8% of valid votes cast. Addressing a press conference in Accra on Saturday, Co-Chair of CODEO, Prof. Merinda Greenstreet said their Parallel ... The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has upheld the integrity of this year’s general elections. The

The first lady, Lordina Mahama says President John Dramani Mahama’s service to Ghana will be etched in the country’s history and the hearts of Ghanaians. She has also congratulated president-elect, Nana Akufo-Addo on his victory in the recently held general elections. Lordina Mahama, in a Facebook post hours after the official declaration of election results ... The first lady, Lordina Mahama says President John Dramani Mahama’s service to Ghana will be etched in the country’s history

President John Mahama has assured to peacefully hand over power to the new president of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo on January 7, 2017. Mahama’s second term bid was truncated after he was defeat by Akufo-Addo in the December 7 polls which also saw the New Patriotic Party (NPP) capture majority seats in Parliament. “I will like ... President John Mahama has assured to peacefully hand over power to the new president of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo on January 7, 2017. Mahama’s second term bid

Ghana’s former President, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings has congratulated president-elect, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on his electoral victory. “I write to extend my warm congratulations on the occasion of your electoral victory.” The New Patriotic Party flagbearer secured the presidency after a third time, beating the incumbent, President John Mahama with 53.85 percent of ... Ghana’s former President, Flt. Lt. Jerry John Rawlings has congratulated president-elect, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo,

Former UN Secretary-General, Kofi Annan, has expressed confidence in the President-elect of Ghana, Nana Akufo-Addo, to overcome country’s economic challenges. In a statement, the chairman of the Kofi Annan Foundation and Nobel Laureate congratulated Nana Addo on his win in the presidential polls. He also praised the incumbent, President John Dramani Mahama for conceding defeat. “Mr. Akufo-Addo will ... Former UN Secretary-General, Kofi Annan, has expressed confidence in the President-elect

Gambian authorities have refused entry to the chair of regional body ECOWAS, Ellen Sirleaf Johnson, Senegal’s foreign minister said on Saturday, dampening hopes for a political solution after President Yahya Jammeh rejected the results of elections that he lost on Dec. 1. Jammeh on Friday called for another election in the tiny West African country ... Gambian authorities have refused entry to the chair of regional body ECOWAS, Ellen Sirleaf Johnson, Senegal’s foreign minister said

The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Running Mate, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, is no longer just a son of Walewale in the Northern Region, but a man all Ghanaians can lay claim to. Hajia Mariama Bawumia, mother of the Dr. Bawumia, had these poignant words for people of her hometown and Ghanaians a day after the NPP’s ... The New Patriotic Party (NPP) Running Mate, Dr. Alhaji Mahamudu Bawumia, is no longer just a son of Walewale in the Northern Region, but a man all Ghanaians can lay claim to. Hajia

Mr. Paul Evans Aidoo, the Western Regional Minister, has said having been infected with HIV was not the end of one’s life and thus, encouraged persons living with the virus to take the right medication in order to live normal life like any other person. He said the government’s response to the HIV epidemic since ... Mr. Paul Evans Aidoo, the Western Regional Minister, has said having been infected with HIV was not the end of one’s life and thus, encouraged persons living with the virus

Russia’s right to host the 2018 World Cup amid revelations about a state-sponsored doping programme has been questioned by MP Damian Collins. A World Anti-Doping Agency (Wada) report detailed an “institutional conspiracy” involving more than 1,000 Olympic and Paralympic athletes. Football was one of 30 sports implicated by the McLaren report. “Fifa now have to ... Russia’s right to host the 2018 World Cup amid revelations about a state-sponsored doping programme

Samsung is updating Galaxy Note 7 smartphones in Europe that are still in use despite a fire risk, to prevent them being charged past 30%. The update aims to encourage the few owners who have not yet returned the faulty devices to hand them in. Samsung issued a global recall for the Galaxy Note 7 ... Samsung is updating Galaxy Note 7 smartphones in Europe that are still in use despite a fire risk, to prevent them being charged past 30%. The update aims to encourage the few owners who have not

Millions of dollars in unclaimed music royalties in the US will be distributed by YouTube following an agreement with the US National Music Publishers’ Association (NMPA). The payout refers to tracks with unknown owners used on the platform between August 2012 and December 2015. Publishers who opt in will be sent a list and will ... Millions of dollars in unclaimed music royalties in the US will be distributed by YouTube following an agreement with the US National Music Publishers’

The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) has raised about 326 million cedis in its Initial Public Offer (IPO). The bank was expecting to raise about 380 million cedis from the offer. A statement from ABD and copied exclusively to citibusinessnews.com indicated that, “the proceeds raised from the Offer was the sum of GHS325, 784,952.70 relative to ... The Agricultural Development Bank (ADB) has raised about 326 million cedis in its Initial Public Offer (IPO). The bank was expecting to raise about