A bold and brilliant Saudi Arabia pulled off one of the World Cup’s biggest shocks as they came from behind to stun two-time winners Argentina in a fantastic Group C opener in Lusail. Ranked 51st in the world, Saudi Arabia could have been done and dusted in the first half as Lionel Messi opened the scoring from the penalty spot before Argentina had three goals ruled out for offside. But Saudi Arabia flipped the game on its head in a stunning 10-minute period after half-time, Saleh Al-Shehri levelling with a low effort and Salem Al Dawsari firing them ahead to...
CHRAJ petitioned by Anas to investigate Ofori-Atta
Investigative jourmlasts Anas Aremeyaw Anas has petitioned the Commission for Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) to investigate the FinanceMinister Ken Ofori-Atta. The petitioner raised issue of conflict of interest against the Finance Minister for which he should be investigated. CHRAJ boss Joseph Whittal told journalists on Monday November 21 that “The allegations are that there is conflict of interest in terms of their official duties as public officers and the companies in which they have interest in terms of government bonds and so the case is going through the standard process of assessment in order to make sure that it...
Mahama deeply supported in defending Jomoro seat in court – Edudzi
Private legal practitioner Godwin Edudzi Tameklo who is also a member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) has thanked former President John Dramani Mahama for the support he gave when the NDC was defending the Jomoro seat in court. Mr Tameklo indicated that Mr Mahama was part of the process of defending the seat right from the get-go. On Monday November 21, a Sekondi High Court dismissed an election petition seeking to challenge the eligibility of the NDC Member of Parliament (MP) for Jomoro in the Western Region Dorcas Affo-Toffey. The presiding judge, Justice Dr. Richmond Ose, while making reference from Article 48 of...
Terrorism: Adequate preparation needed to prevent it – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has said that adequate preparation is needed to prevent terrorism from happening in Ghana. Mr Akufo-Addo said this when he held bilateral talks with the European Council President, Charles Michel, at the Jubilee House on Monday (21 November). “Today the epicentre of terrorists’ activities is Burkina Faso, who is our northern neighbour. Even [Ivory Coast] who is our western neighbour has also been a subject of these terrorists’ attacks. So far, touchwood, Ghana has escaped but for how long can Ghana escape,” Mr Akufo-Addo said. He added “I don’t think it can be very long, we have therefore...
2023 budget to be presented on Thursday; some NPP MPs vow to boycott session
The Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta is expected to present the 2023 Budget Statement of government before Parliament on Thursday, November 24, 2022. The budget forecasts government’s expenditure and revenue for the ensuing year. There have been concerns about the delay in its presentation due to the government’s negotiation with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a US$3 billion support. But the Majority Leader, Osei Kyei-Mensah-Bonsu a few days ago said, in as much as the Finance Minister could not meet the November, 15 scheduled time, it does not constitute a breach of the Public Financial Management Act. Majority Chief Whip,...
Finance Minister hints of favorable budget to revive economy
The Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta has hinted that the 2023 budget will roll out pragmatic policies that revive the economy from the grappling effect of the current crisis. The Finance Minister maintains that his tenure has seen some amount of significant improvement in the economy. He made these comments when he appeared before the parliamentary ad-hoc committee probing allegations against him by the minority who are seeking a vote of censure to remove him. “The 2023 budget will contain policies directly aimed at tackling these vulnerabilities. I am aware of the enormity of the challenges we face. I am...
NABCO trainees back calls for Ofori-Atta’s removal
The Coalition of Nation Builders Corps (NABCO) Trainees have joined calls by Members of Parliament (MPs) and a section of Ghanaians for the removal of the Minister of Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta. The Coalition in a statement claimed that the Finance Minister has been insensitive to the plight of NABCO trainees. “The Finance Minister who is always seen in his public speeches quoting biblical verses to justify godliness perversely released GH¢25 million for the construction of a mere temple (National Cathedral). As his partial commitment to the service to God when NABCO Trainees were owed 10 solid months arrears and were...
We’re prepared to issue Ghana cards for voter registration exercise – NIA Boss
The National Identification Authority (NIA), has backed plans by the Electoral Commission (EC) to rely on the Ghana Card as the sole document for the registration of voters for the 2024 general elections. The Minority in Parliament which is against this move says some Ghanaians may be disenfranchised if that happens. Executive Secretary of the National Identification Authority, Professor Ken Attafuah, said NIA is poised to issue eligible Ghanaians their Ghana card before 2024. “We are left with approximately, two million people yet to register and if those people desire to register, there is no reason they cannot be registered...
Court throws out election petition against NDC’s Jomoro MP
The Member of Parliament for the Jomoro constituency, Dorcas Affo-Toffey, has won the election petition case against her eligibility as an elected MP over her alleged Ivorian citizenship. The Sekondi High Court presided by Justice Dr. Richmond Osei Hwere dismissed the petition and declared the MP eligible on grounds that she lost her Ivorian citizenship at the very time she acquired her Ghanaian Citizenship. The application was filed by one, Joshua Emuah Kofie who challenged the eligibility of the MP to contest as a representative of the people in the constituency on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress (NDC)....
Baraka Policy Institute holds its 8th annual public lectures
The Baraka Policy Institute addresses the socioeconomic barriers preventing Ghana’s advancement and the sustainable development goals on education during its 8th BPI lecture, which was presented on Wednesday, 16th November, 2022, at the British Council. The theme for this year’s lecture was Towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals SDG’s on Education and tackling socioeconomic forces against progress in Ghana. The event was chaired by Mr. Anis Haffar, the Board Chairman of the National Teaching Council with other dignitaries gracing the Occassion.AA The Executive Director of Baraka Policy Institute, Dr. Haruna Zagoon Sayeed explained the reason for this year’s lecture and...