Ejisu by-election: NDC serves notice to report NPP Kwadaso MP to Special Prosecutor over alleged bribery

The Ashanti Regional branch of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has said it views the alleged bribery in the Ejisu by-election with utmost concern. The party in a statement condemned the Electoral Commission (EC) for what they believe is an attempt to cover up. “Following widespread reports of this incident, the EC has announced the withdrawal of the implicated officers from ongoing…

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Bawumia not truthful – Osofo Kyiri Abosom

The leader of the Ghana Union Movement (GUM), Christian Kwabena Andrews popularly known as Osofo Kyiri Abosom has described the flagbearer of the governing New Patriotic Party and Vice-President, Dr Mahamudu as a dishonest person. The GUM leader is accusing Dr Bawumia of not living up to his words and the impression he gave Ghanaians of being an Economic Guru, because though he promised to ensure…

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Cedi keeps falling; depreciates by 13.35% so far

The Ghanaian cedi has continued its downward slide against major foreign currencies, with corporate demand driving its depreciation. Year-to-date, the cedi has lost 13.35% of its value against the US dollar, now averaging GH¢14.10 to a dollar across forex bureaus. Additionally, it has weakened significantly against the euro and the pound. Last week, the Central Bank intervened by selling $13…

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NACOC intercepts 20.5KG worth of cannabis

Over a span of three days, the Narcotics Control Commission (NACOC) has intercepted a total of 20.5kg of concealed cannabis parcels intended for smuggling out of Ghana via postal and courier centers in Accra. On Monday, April 15, 2024, routine examinations by NACOC officers identified four parcels concealed in wrapped boxes destined for the United Kingdom. The following day, April 16, 2024,…

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NPP MP for Kwadaso caught on camera giving white envelope to EC officials

The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) Member of Parliament (MP) for Kwadaso, Dr Kingsley Nyarko is in the trends for the wrong reasons. He was caught on camera giving out what many see as a white envelope to two Electoral Commission officials (Male and female). The incident occurred at the Fumesua Pentecost Church Polling Station with Polling Station Code F311503 on April 30, 2024 during the Ejisu…

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NPP MP tells Akufo-Addo to be transparent

Tough-talking Kwame Andy Appiah-Kubi, representing Asante Akim North, has joined the chorus of voices, demanding the publication of the KPMG audit report concerning the agreement between the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilization Limited (SML) which is being labelled as a retirement benefit for the President and his family. This call for transparency gained significance as…

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Akufo-Addo leads call to double IDA funding at Nairobi Summit

In a resounding address at the 2024 International Development Association (IDA) Summit held in Nairobi, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo of Ghana emerged as a leading voice, advocating a groundbreaking initiative: the doubling of funding for the IDA. Amidst a backdrop of global challenges, President Akufo-Addo’s clarion call for increased support to the IDA reverberated throughout the summit…

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Ejisu resident confesses to receiving GHS 200 bribe but voting for his preferred candidate

A resident of the Ejisu constituency in the Ashanti Region has publicly confessed to accepting a bribe from one of the candidates in the ongoing by-election while ultimately casting his vote for another. The young man disclosed this during an exclusive interview with GH One TV. In his own words; “The parliamentary candidates have been going around sharing money to the electorates to influence…

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SML contract: Sampson Lardy Anyenini is a “hypocrite” – Woyome fires

Ghanaian businessman, Alfred Agbesi Woyome, has suddenly spoken up from a hiatus that he seemed to have imposed on himself, after the State confiscated his assets over the judgment debt, he received in relation to the CAN 2008 stadia contracts abrogation. In a rare incursion into public discourse, Woyome, is calling out journalist and lawyer, Sampson Lardy Anyenini, a “hypocrite” over Lawyer…

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‘Southern Charm’ Season 10 Cast – 1 Star Confirms Return, 3 Stars Rumored to Exit

Southern Charm appears to be returning for a tenth season! The Bravo reality series has not officially been announced for a renewal, but one of the show’s stars recently said they were coming back, seemingly alluding that it’s happening. In the show, we see several Charleston singles as they pursue their personal and professional lives while trying to preserve their family names, because just…

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Kwesi Ahwoi has exposed thinking of the political cabal in the NDC – Ernest Owusu-Bempah

The Deputy Director of Communications for the NPP, Ernest Owusu-Bempah, has indicated that the comments made by Kwesi Ahwoi are a reflection of the thinking philosophy of the NDC. He explained that when Kwesi Ahwoi, a founding member of the National Democratic Congress, indicated to Prof Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, the running mate of the party, that she should prepare to step into the shoes of…

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Akufo-Addo yet to release KPMG audit report on GRA/SML deal a month after deadline

KPMG was set to unveil its audit findings on the transaction involving the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and Strategic Mobilization Ghana Ltd. (SML) to President Akufo-Addo today, Friday, February 23. Originally due on Tuesday, January 16, the deadline was extended to accommodate KPMG’s request, as confirmed by the President’s office. A statement released on Wednesday, January 24, by Eugene…

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President assents to Contracts Bill

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has signed into law an Act of Parliament that bars the state from paying compound interest in transactions conducted by public officers on its behalf, graphic.gh.com reports. The Contracts (Amendment) Act, 2023 (Act 1114), championed by the Attorney-General and Minister of Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame, in 2023, was endorsed by Parliament in July 2023.…

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Apologize for your dereliction of duty to seek justice for 30k SALL citizens – Franklin Cudjoe to AG

The CEO of IMANI Africa, Franklin Cudjoe, has called on Attorney-General and Minister for Justice, Godfred Yeboah Dame to render an unqualified apology to the 30,000 citizens of SALL for what he describes as a dereliction of duty to seek justice for them. In a Facebook post, Mr Cudjoe called on the Attorney-General to apologize to SALL citizens for what he termed as a dereliction of duty in…

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Dumsor: PURC directs ECG to produce load-shedding timetable by April 2

The Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has instructed the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) to deliver a load management timetable by April 2, 2024, in response to ongoing issues with internet connectivity and power disruptions affecting Ghanaians. Despite recent interruptions in power supply, ECG has clarified that a load-shedding timetable is currently unnecessary. However, the…

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No fatalities recorded in helicopter emergency landing at Bonsukrom – Air Force

Ghana Air Force (GAF) says there was no fatality in the helicopter emergency landing at Bonkrom in the Western region. In a statement signed by the Director General of Public Relations, E. Aggrey-Quashie disclosed that the helicopter had 21 passengers. According to him, passengers were made up of staff of the Ghana National Gas Company and aircrew were conducting routine offshore powerline…

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Ghana Air Force helicopter crash-lands in Bonsokrom

A Ghana Air Force helicopter has crashed-landed at Bonsokrom in the Ahanta West Municipality of the Western Region. The helicopter was reportedly carrying 14 individuals, including staff from the Petroleum sector regulators. According to reports, the helicopter site is now cordoned off from public access by Air Force personnel. Source: Ghana/Starrfm.com.gh/103.5FM

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