Dr. Abu Zein, serving as both Senior Deputy Chair of the International Human Rights Commission (IHRC) and Global Chairman of ZEIN Global Development Trust, has extended his heartfelt congratulations to President-Elect John Dramani Mahama following his election as the President of the Republic of Ghana. In two separate statements from his offices, Dr. Zein lauded...
Author: Baina Media (Baina Media)
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nuisance taxes Mahama is expected to scrap within first 100 days in office
The presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Dramani Mahama promised Ghanaians to scrap some nuisance taxes in his first 100 days in office. It is recalled that during the campaign season, he expressed the view that these taxes placed a burden on Ghanaians and needed to be scrapped. The taxes include E-levy,...
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NDC candidate Akurugu Fraustina Elipklim wins the Dome Kwabenya seat.
The 2024 general elections in Ghana have brought significant changes to the political landscape.Several prominent women from the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) have lost their parliamentary seats. Ursula Owusu-Ekuful Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, the incumbent Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West, lost her seat to the National Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate, Rev. Kweku Addo. In a keenly...
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Akua Donkor’s party endorses Mahama for Election 2024
The Ghana Freedom Party (GFP) has endorsed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and its presidential candidate, John Dramani Mahama, in the lead-up to the general elections on 7th December. The GFP’s deputy General Secretary, Jeffery Offei Addo, announced at a press conference in Accra that the party has endorsed the NDC due to the alignment...
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EC Commits to Transparency with Regular Media Briefings on December 7
Ghana’s Electoral Commission (EC) is gearing up for a transparent and credible electoral process. To keep citizens informed, the EC will provide regular media briefings on Election Day, December 7th, 2024. These briefings, scheduled for 9:00 am, 12:00 noon, 3:00 pm, and 6:00 pm, will offer timely updates on the electoral process. Additional briefings will...
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It will take connections, grace for Ghanaian to win Grammy – Kuami Eugene
Highlife star Kuami Eugene has acknowledged the significant hurdles that Ghanaian artistes face in their pursuit of Grammy recognition. In an interview on Cape Coast-based Property FM, Kuami Eugene surprisingly stated that it would require grace, persistent hard work, and strong industry connections for a Ghanaian artist to win a Grammy. “When we talk about...
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Discontent runs high as Ghana readies to vote on Saturday – Reuters report
Public frustration over Ghana’s economic travails, including high prices and a dearth of jobs, has dominated the run-up to Saturday’s general election, which will likely test the nation’s longstanding democratic credentials. Support for outgoing President Nana Akufo-Addo and his ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP) party has sunk in his second term amid the West African...
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Akufo-Addo to inaugurate hospitals under Agenda 111 today
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo will today, December 5, 2024, inaugurate several hospital projects under the government’s flagship Agenda 111 initiative. The initiative, aimed at expanding healthcare infrastructure across the country, seeks to improve access to quality healthcare services. The inauguration will include the Atwima Kwanwoma Municipal Hospital at Trede and the Oforikrom Municipal Hospital,...
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Special Voting: CODEO condemns violation of electoral laws; calls for punitive action
The Coalition of Domestic Election Observers (CODEO) has raised concerns over violations of electoral laws during the Special Voting exercise held on Monday, December 2, calling for swift action against those responsible. In a statement issued on December 3 and signed by CODEO’s National Coordinator, the coalition highlighted serious incidents, including allegations of vote-buying and...
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November inflation climbs to 23%, marking third consecutive rise
Inflation for November 2024 edged up to 23.0%, compared to 22.1% in October. This was driven by increases in food inflation. This marks the third consecutive monthly rise following a five-month decline. Food inflation rose from 22.8% to 25.9%, while non-food inflation dropped slightly from 21.5% to 20.7%. The 23.0% rate for November 2024 represents...