First Deputy Speaker Bernard Ahiafor has dismissed a private member’s motion from the Minority caucus seeking an investigation into the termination of public service appointments made after December 7, 2024. The motion, introduced by Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin, alongside Okaikwei Central MP Patrick Boamah and Old Tafo MP Vincent Ekow Assafuah, argued that the dismissals violated good governance principles and citizens’ rights. However, Majority Leader Mahama Ayariga opposed the motion, stating that the matter was already subject to legal proceedings. Upholding the objection, Ahiafor ruled that debating the motion could lead to prejudicial remarks. “There was a preliminary objection and…
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52 outstanding students from public and private schools across Ghana’s 16 regions have been honoured at the 32nd President’s Independence Day Awards Ceremony for their academic excellence in the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). The ceremony, sponsored by Nestlé Ghana, recognized 32 students from public junior high schools, 16 students from private institutions, and four students with hearing and visual impairments. The awardees received plaques as a symbol of their excellence, a laptop each, and educational supplies from Nestlé Ghana. Addressing the students, on March 5, Ghana’s Vice President, Prof. Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang, emphasized the need for a collective…
Traders are lamenting the rising cost of foodstuffs, citing multiple economic factors such as high labour costs and expenses incurred in transporting goods from farms and rural areas. Despite a general slowdown in inflation for January 2025, food inflation remains a major concern, increasing to 28.3% from 27.8% in December 2024. While the recent reduction in fuel prices has offered some relief, traders argue that the overall cost of doing business in the food sector remains high. Transportation costs, influenced by fuel prices significantly contribute to the final pricing of foodstuffs in urban markets. Additionally, labour costs in the agricultural…
The Minority has criticized President John Dramani Mahama’s decision to revoke public sector employment, accusing him of terminating jobs and creating uncertainty for young Ghanaians. Speaking at a press conference on Monday, March 3, former Finance Minister Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam highlighted the negative impact of Mahama’s policies on job creation and economic stability. “The termination of the jobs of young Ghanaians, which has become synonymous with President Mahama as ‘Terminator 1,’ is a sign of what is yet to come. Sacking people from employment and replacing them later with others does not amount to job creation. What the people…
The Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mr. Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has been appointed Vice President of the African Lotteries Association (ALA). Mr. Abdul-Salam’s appointment as Vice President of ALA follows the resignation of the immediate past Director-General of NLA, Hon. Samuel Awuku, who was elected Vice President of ALA on March 8, 2024. On the appointment of Mr. Mohammed Abdul-Salam as the new Director-General of NLA, the ALA Board of Directors unanimously approved Mr. Abdul Salam to the Executive Committee to serve Hon. Awuku’s remaining term of office. At an Online ALA Executive Meeting, the president, Mr. Dramane Coulibaly,…
Ghanaian actress and filmmaker Juliet Ibrahim is celebrating her 39th birthday today, marking the occasion with stunning photos and a heartfelt message. Like many celebrities, she shared her joy and gratitude with fans, reflecting on her journey through the years. In her post, Juliet expressed appreciation for the lessons, blessings, and beautiful moments that have shaped her life. “Cheers to 39 years of grace, growth, and greatness! Grateful for every lesson, every blessing, and every beautiful moment that has shaped me,” she wrote, embracing the milestone with optimism. She ended her message with a toast to the future, looking forward…
Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko have banned Asempa FM, an Accra-based radio station, from covering any of their events following comments by their journalist E.K Wallace. The Asempa FM radio presenter disclosed that staunch Asante Kotoko fan, Francis Frimpong, also known as Nana Pooley, was allegedly killed in a ghetto and transported to the Nana Kronomansah Park. “Per my investigations, Pooley went to a popular hood, also known as a ghetto, for a casual conversation at Nsoatre. During the discussion, a dispute unrelated to football erupted. In the heat of the moment, tempers flared, and an individual named Brimah…
The Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, has stated that there is no justification for dismissing employees who were legally hired prior to the transition. “If you were employed before the transition, then you’re fine,” he confirmed. Consequently, he has assured President Mahama that no one in his ministry will be let go. He explained on Joy FM that, in his ministry, he has thoroughly reviewed the records and found that the new employees obtained financial clearance from the Ministry of Finance in July, and there was a budget allocation that year to hire staff. “…
President John Dramani Mahama has shared details of his interactions with former Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia after the recent general elections. During his fellowship with clergy in Kumasi on Sunday, March 2, President Mahama revealed that he never expected the election results to turn out in his favour as they did. He had anticipated that it would take at least three days for the official results to be announced. Surprise To his surprise, the day after the election, he was awakened to a call that his brother, the NPP presidential candidate, Dr Bawumia wanted to speak with him. Mahama…
Daniel Yaw Domelevo, the former Auditor General, has criticized the government for its involvement in the construction of the Hajj Village. He specifically targeted the Minister of Government Communications, Felix Kwakye Ofosu, for his assertion that taxpayer money is not being used for the project. In a Facebook post on Sunday, Kwakye Ofosu stated, “FACT: The Hajj Village is primarily an airport terminal building for check-in and pilgrim facilitation, owned and being built by the Ghana Airport Company. Not a pesewa of taxpayers’ money is involved.” Dismissal However, Domelevo dismissed his claims. In a post on his social media platforms,…