A Security Analyst, Dr Adam Bonaa has said the Military should have allowed the Police to investigate the circumstances under which one of them was allegedly killed in Ashaiman rather than taking the law into their own hands. Dr Bonaa indicated that the act of brutalizing civilians by the military was wrong. On Tuesday, March 7, the Member of Parliament for Ashaiman, Ernest Norgbey reported that Military officers stormed the homes of some civilians in Ashaiman on Monday, March 6 and brutalized them after a soldier was killed in the area. Mr Norgbey said on the Sunrise show on 3FM...
Tanzania bans boarding for nursery & primary schools
The Tanzanian government has banned boarding at nursery and lower years at primary schools, saying their aim is to give children the opportunity to bond with their families – understanding the traditions, cultures and values of the country. Education Commissioner Lyabwene Mtahabwa says boarding services for children up to the age of 10 will end next month, and they will remain as day scholars until they reach the next grade – known in Tanzania as standard five. She did however say exceptions can be made for pupils whose parents or guardians obtain a special permit exempting them from the change...
Independence Day: Here are 66 challenges facing Ghana according to AI ChatGPT
Exactly 66 years ago today (March 6, 1957), Ghana gained its independence from the British colonial rule and governance. After sixty-six years in the life of a country, one would expect that certain hurdles and challenges would have been surmounted, but that is not the case for mother Ghana. Every country faces their peculiar difficulties or challenges, however, Ghana’s case is a bizarre one. Ghana faces a wide range of challenges that can be grouped into different categories, including economic, social, political, and environmental challenges. Here are 66 challenges that Ghana faces, according to the Artificial Intelligence (AI) ChatGPT: Economic...
Mahama boycotts Independence Day in Ho; says it has been hijacked by NPP
Former President John Dramani Mahama has said he will not be part of the Independence Day anniversary in Ho today, Monday, March 6. The theme for the event will be: ‘Our Unity, Our Strength, Our Purpose’. Mr Mahama accused the organizers of the event of turning the occasion into a political party jamboree where New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters are bussed to cheer up their leaders. Mr Mahama stated that the Independence Day celebration is a national solemn day and should not be hijacked by a political party. Speaking at the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Professional Forum Dinner and Awards Night in Accra...
I’ve spent the money, where will I get to refund? – Mahama on calls to return ex gratia
Former President John Dramani Mahama has said he does not have money to refund the ex gratia that was paid to him. Speaking at the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Professional Forum Dinner and Awards Night in Accra on Sunday, March 5, Mr Mahama said amidst laughter from his audience that “I say we will cancel ex gratia, if you will also cancel it say it but why are you insulting me and saying I should refund mine? Will you cancel it or you won’t, tell the people of Ghana but they are saying I should bring mine first. “I have spent the money...
Vice President Bawumia hands over reconstructed Kumasi Central Mosque
The Vice President, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has handed over the reconstructed Kumasi Central Mosque to the mosque’s committee after it was commissioned today (March 3, 2023) amidst excitement. The commissioning ceremony was graced by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II; the National Chief Imam, Sheikh Osman Nuhu Sharubutu; and a host of distinguished dignitaries including Ministers, Members of Parliament, Members of the Diplomatic Corps, regional Imams, Zongo Chiefs, as well as top Muslim and Christian clerics. The mosque was officially commissioned by the Vice President and the Asantehene in time for Jummah prayers. In no time after it was opened...
Black Stars: Chris Hughton to be unveiled before Ghana-Angola match
The Communications Director of the Ghana Football Association (GFA), Henry Asante Twum, says Chris Hughton is expected in Ghana for his unveiling as the new Black Stars head coach next week. Since the official communication to hand him the job two weeks ago, that conversation has never been revisited with his unveiling delayed due to the former Newcastle United manager’s no-show. However, Asante Twum has revealed the gaffer’s absence was due to the death of a family relative as he needed time to sort some things out. “Chris had to stay in the UK because he lost his dad and...
Hajj Package fee pegged at $6,500 – Hajj Board
The Ghana Hajj Board has announced this year’s Hajj Package fee for prospective pilgrims to Mecca in the month of Ramadan. The fee has been pegged at $6,500 which translates to GH₵75,000, the Hajj Board said in a statement. According to the Board, the cedi equivalent of GH₵75,000 will remain in force till March 31, and may change afterwards based on prevailing exchange rate of the US dollars after March. The statement added that prospective pilgrims are therefore encouraged to pay early through any of the 42 accredited Hajj agents nationwide in order to secure their slots. Deadline for pay...
Some owners of collapsed banks throw support behind Mahama
Members of the Defunct Banks and Other Financial Institutions Network (DEBOFIN) have thrown their support behind the bid of former President John Dramani Mahama to lead the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the 2024 general elections as flagbearer. They believe that if Ghanaians had renewed John Dramani Mahama’s mandate in 2016, a management of the banking sector clean-up under his leadership would have been better carried out to save lives and jobs, secured people’s investments and businesses whilst at the same time increasing business confidence. Mr Mahama on Thursday, March 2 in Ho, Volta Region launched his campaign to be NDC’s flagbearer. He said...
‘We can’t wait’ – Ghanaians react as Barker-Vormawor says ‘Labour Party loading’
Numerous reactions have trailed a hint by Olive Barker-Vormawor at forming “Labour Party” in Ghana following the sterling performance of Nigeria’s Labour Party in the country’s just-ended general elections. The #FixTheCountry convener disclosed this in a brief post on his Facebook page on Wednesday, February 1, 2023, catapulting his followers into a reaction mode. “Labour Party loading…,” he wrote simply without giving further details. Some of his followers say they simply cannot wait for the plan to come to fruition because they are fed up with the current National Democratic Congress and New Patriotic Party duopoly that has failed Ghanaians. “Labour Party loading…,” he...