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Ghanaians vote military as most trusted institution
Posted on with No CommentIn a surprising turn of events, the Ghana Armed Forces have emerged as one of the most trusted institutions in Ghana, according to a recent Afrobarometer report. This development is a testament to the military’s efforts to win the hearts … Read more →
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BoG lowers base rate to 29% to stimulate economic growth
Posted on | CommentThe Bank of Ghana (BoG) has announced a significant reduction in its Monetary Policy Rate, also known as the base rate, from 30 percent to 29 percent. This decline of 100 basis points signifies the apex bank’s efforts to boost … Read more →
Manhyia clears Wontumi over alleged disparaging comments against Otumfuo
Posted on | CommentManhyia Palace in the Ashanti Region has reportedly cleared Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman Wontumi, the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), over alleged disparaging comments against Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, the Asantehene. However, he … Read more →
12 Major Mahama killers sentenced to life imprisonment, 2 acquitted
Posted on | CommentAfter nearly 7 years of the gruesome lynching of the late Major Maxwell Adams Mahama by a mob in Denkyira Obuasi in the Central Region, 12 persons have been found guilty of abetment, conspiracy and murder of the late soldier. … Read more →
Universities’ Senior Staff rejects NLC’s order to call off strike
Posted on | CommentThe Senior Staff Association of Public Universities is maintaining that their strike is ongoing, despite the National Labour Commission’s directive to suspend it. According to the Association’s leadership, they still need to convene and engage in discussions with their members … Read more →
Kumasi Traditional Council to decide fate of ‘wanted’ Chairman Wontumi
Posted on | CommentMembers of the Kumasi Traditional Council have been called to a crucial meeting, which, according to Joynews sources, will decide the fate of the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Bernard Antwi Boasiako, popularly known as Chairman … Read more →
GRA bags GH¢113bn in 2023 – Highest collection in 20yrs
Posted on | CommentThe Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) collected a tax revenue of GH¢113.06 billion last year, GH¢3.87 billion more than it was tasked to collect. The performance represents a nominal growth rate of 49.3 per cent over the 2022 fiscal year, which … Read more →
Iran denies involvement in drone strike that killed 3 US troops
Posted on | CommentIran denies it was involved in the drone attack which killed three US troops and injured 34 on a US base in Jordan, near the Syria border. US President Joe Biden said the attack had been carried out by Iran-backed … Read more →
Gov’t secures 12 modern trains from Poland
Posted on | CommentThe Government has successfully procured 12 state-of-the-art trains from Poland. The move is poised to revolutionize the country’s rail network and contribute to the overall development of its transportation sector. The procurement of these modern trains is part of the … Read more →
50% of Ghanaians are obese -Research
Posted on | CommentA recent survey conducted by the Ghana Statistical Service has revealed that 50 percent of Ghanaians are overweight or obese. Many people may find this information a bit shocking, however, insights from a study conducted by the Division of Global … Read more →
Red Sea ‘scary’ for ships’ crews, says captain
Posted on | Comment“The situation is quite scary. It’s dangerous actually,” Captain Chirag tells the BBC from on board his ship. Along with his crew, he’s worried about the ongoing attacks on commercial ships in the Red Sea area. Since November, Iran-backed Houthi rebels in … Read more →
Ron DeSantis drops out of presidential race and backs Trump
Posted on | CommentFlorida Governor Ron DeSantis has dropped out of the 2024 presidential race and endorsed Donald Trump. He quit ahead of the Republican primary election in New Hampshire, where he was polling in the single digits. Mr DeSantis was once considered … Read more →
Ghana still writes WASSCE
Posted on | CommentFormer President Mahama recently chastised the government for pulling Ghana out of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) since 2016. According to the former President, the action by the government has led to fallen standards by the Ghanaian … Read more →
IMF approves 2nd tranche payment of $600m bailout
Posted on | CommentIn a major development, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has given its approval for the first review of Ghana’s loan programme, allowing for the immediate disbursement of approximately $600 million. This comes as Ghana successfully reached a deal to restructure … Read more →
Koforidua to host 67th Independence Day National Celebration in 2024
Posted on | CommentThe Eastern Regional capital, Koforidua has been chosen as the host for the 67th Independence Day National Celebration, scheduled to take place on 6th March 2024. The decision was announced by Lord Commey, Director of Operations at the Office of … Read more →
Disregard 20% hike in transport fares – Ministry
Posted on | CommentThe Ministry of Transport has asked the public to disregard reports of a purported hike in cost of public transportation across the country. The Ghana Private Road and Transport Union (GPRTU), in a statement on Wednesday revealed that at a … Read more →
Broadcasting bill under review – Oppong Nkrumah
Posted on | CommentInformation Minister, Kojo Oppong Nkrumah says the Broadcasting Bill is not before Parliament yet because portions of it are currently under review. According to him, despite the general perception that the bill has been hindered for political reasons, his outfit … Read more →
Special Prosecutor suspects money laundering in Cecilia Dapaah’s case
Posted on | CommentThe Office of the Special Prosecutor has indicated that investigations into the former Sanitation and Water Resources Minister, Cecilia Dapaah and and her spouse, Daniel Osei-Kufour, case reveal suspicions of money laundering and structuring. The report suggested that other law … Read more →
2,276 Died in road accidents in 2023
Posted on | CommentRoad crashes, injuries and deaths (CIDs) declined last year compared to 2022. The latest statistics released to the Daily Graphic by the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) revealed that 2,276 persons were killed in 14,135 reported road crashes involving 23,998 … Read more →
Job scams on the increase, over GH¢124,000 lost from 15 reports – Cyber Security Authority
Posted on | CommentThe Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has cautioned the public over an increasing trend of job recruitment scams in Ghana. According to CSA, it has documented the loss of over GH¢124,000 from 15 reports due to fraudulent schemes that advertised job … Read more →
Cadman Mills blasts family over Atta Mills autopsy demand
Posted on | CommentDr. Cadman Mills, the brother of the late President of Ghana, John Evans Atta-Mills, has responded to the renewed request from certain relatives of the late president, who are seeking his autopsy report, claiming that the cause of death of … Read more →
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