COCOBOD trial: Standards Authority’s test result shows lithovit is fertilizer – Senior EOCO investigator tells court
The sample was sent to the Ghana Standards Authority for a second test on June 30, 2017. "What is your recollection of the second test from the Ghana Standards Authority," counsel for Seidu Agongo, Benson Nutsukpui, asked the witness. Meanwhile, the court has directed the witness to produce a copy of the second test result from the Ghana Standards Authority, which said lithovit is fertiliser. In our layman's language, you mean that the executive director referred the matter to the deputy executive director of operations, who then referred it to youA. By the investigative team, supervised by the executive director and the deputy executive director because they have to endorse it.
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February 20, 2024 11:10 UTC
Abu Jinapor appoints sacked deputy minister as Advisor on Special Projects
General News of Monday, 19 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minister for Land and Natural Resources, Samuel Abu Jinapor, has appointed former deputy minister Benito Owusu-Bio as Advisor to the Minister on Special Projects within the same ministry. According to a letter dated February 15, the appointee has been designated as Advisor to the Minister for Lands and Natural Resources on Special Projects, effective Monday, February 19, 2024. The letter emphasized the importance of various special projects initiated by the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources since 2021, aimed at efficiently managing the country's lands and natural resources while ensuring the well-being of the citizens. The letter added, "The appointee is deemed to possess indispensable institutional memory and competencies vital for successfully executing these projects." Benito Owusu-Bio was among the 16 ministers and deputy ministers dismissed by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on February 14, 2024.
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February 19, 2024 18:24 UTC
Deliver polyclinic promise or face demonstration – Concerned Ledzokuku residents issue 5 months ultimatum to MP
Regional News of Monday, 19 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Concerned Residents of Ledzokuku Association has delivered a firm ultimatum to their Member of Parliament (MP) demanding accountability and progress regarding a promised polyclinic. Residents stated that if the promised polyclinic fails to materialize within five months, they will take decisive action. Samuel Laryea also emphasized the pivotal role of the former MP, Dr. Okoe Boye, who currently serves as the MP-elect under the New Patriotic Party (NPP) leadership and has been designated as the Minister for Health. He credited Dr. Okoe Boye for spearheading community projects and asserted that without his lobbying efforts, the community would not have seen any development. Residents have also expressed frustration over the neglect of their constituency and the lack of action from their MP.
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February 19, 2024 14:10 UTC
What Ken Agyapong has said about Kwabena Kwakye after his death
General News of Sunday, 18 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Member of Parliament for Assin Central constituency and owner of Kencity Media, Kennedy Agyapong has reacted to the shocking demise of his employee, Wofa Kwabena Kwakye. The cue I've taken from Kwabena’s death is that you cannot die for everybody.”TWI NEWSBackgroundKwabena Kwakye, popularly known as Wofa KK a prominent broadcaster at Oman 107.1FM died on Wednesday, February 14, 2024. According to reports, Kwakye arrived for work but fell ill suddenly, leading to his untimely demise. Before joining Oman FM, Kwakye worked with Adom 106.3 FM, a subsidiary radio station of the Multimedia Group Limited. In 2017, Kwabena Kwakye was appointed to the Board of the Ghana National Petroleum Company (GNPC) by President Akufo-Addo under the chairmanship of former acting National Chairman of the NPP, Freddie Blay.
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February 18, 2024 20:43 UTC
LIVESTREAMED: Asante Kotoko vs Nsoatreman – J.A Kufuor Cup
Sports News of Sunday, 18 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comAsante Kotoko takes on Nsoatreman in the thrilling J.A Kufuor Cup at the Baba Yara Stadium in Kumasi. The winning team will claim a trophy unveiled earlier in the week at President Kufuor's residence. Both Asante Kotoko and Nsoatreman have pledged to give their all and deliver a spirited performance, as a tribute to Kufuor's enduring impact on Ghana. The JA Kufuor Cup is not just about football; it also serves as a platform to support a noble cause. Ghana Football Association president Kurt Okraku is also expected to attend the match, underscoring the importance of the event within the Ghanaian football community.
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February 18, 2024 16:04 UTC
Some students sleep on the floor, others study with plastic chairs – Wey Gey Hey senior prefect laments
General News of Sunday, 18 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe senior prefect of Wesley Girls Senior High School (Wey Gey Hey) has lamented the lack of adequate infrastructure in the A-list school. Students in the school are forced to sleep on the bare floor due to lack of space, Benewah is quoted to have said, a sentiment the school's headmistress echoed. The issue of infrastructure has often come up relative to the government's Free Senior High School policy, where the track system has been implemented to ensure that two streams are in school at all times. Opposition voices have blamed the government for forcing through a policy without the requisite infrastructure to support same, but the government has denied the claim. SARAClick here to follow the GhanaWeb General News WhatsApp channelWatch SayItLoud on GhanWebTV as some angry drivers protest DVLA reforms on vehicle registration:
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February 18, 2024 08:03 UTC
I’m disappointed in Osafo-Maafo for not counselling Akufo-Addo properly - Vim Lady
General News of Saturday, 17 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comOutspoken media personality, Afia Pokua popularly known as Vim Lady has expressed her disappointment in Senior Presidential Advisor, Yaw Osafo-Maafo for what she described as a failure to counsel President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo properly. According to her, she expected Yaw Osafo-Maafo to be counselling Akufo-Addo appropriately when it comes to issues about national development and his public utterances. “I think the president is not working hard enough because those close to him are not telling him the truth. The president indicated that he was angry at the people of Ekumfi for voting out the then NPP MP, Francis Kingsley Ato Codjoe. Akufo-Addo's comment was met with vehement criticism by the public chastising him for speaking in that manner as the leader of the country.
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February 17, 2024 22:15 UTC
5 companies and ventures linked to the late Nigerian banker Herbert Wigwe
It is no news now how well he, through strategic acquisitions and partnerships, transformed Access Bank Plc into Access Holdings, now Nigeria’s largest lender by assets. Abubakar Jimoh, Chairman of Access Holdings, in a statement confirming his demise, affirmed his legacy of growth and operational excellence in a statement. His impact reverberates across Access Bank Plc, Access Holdings, and his investment holding company, Tengen Holdings. Access Bank PlcAccess Bank Plc, the flagship banking business under Access Holdings, stands as a leading full-service commercial bank. Pledging a transformative $500-million investment, Wigwe aimed to address Nigeria’s skills deficit by establishing an innovative and globally competitive institution.
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February 17, 2024 22:00 UTC
Collins Owusu Amankwah, a forgotten hero or sacrificial lamb in NPP?
International positions and exposure:Collins Owusu Amankwah was a member of the Ecowas Parliament from 2018 to 2021. Hon Collins Owusu Amankwah in 2008 was in charge of Tescon branches in Teacher Training Colleges for the general elections. Hon Collins Owusu Amankwah also holds a certificate of Management from the Bournemouth University Disaster Management Center, UK. But surprisingly despite the success of the NPP in the 2020 elections, Hon Collins Owusu Amankwah was not tipped to head the Ghana Maritime Authority or the Kumasi Metropolitan Assembly as Chief Executive. Attributes:Hon Collins Owusu Amankwah exudes humility in character and confidence in his work.
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February 16, 2024 20:59 UTC
Ever seen a mate taking major decisions on behalf of a driver before? – Alan asks Bawumia
His criticism stemmed from Bawumia's recent reference to himself as a "driver's mate" in Akufo-Addo's administration. So, you cannot strictly separate the president from the vice president. "The vice president has had the opportunity to make inputs at the highest level in many of the things that have gone on. He continued, "Have you seen a mate who takes major decisions on behalf of the driver? So it means that it is a conflicting signal, and because you want power, you want to debase the executive authority of a vice president."
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February 15, 2024 12:27 UTC
Timing of Akufo-Addo's reshuffle problematic - Kwadwo Mpiani
General News of Thursday, 15 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comKwadwo Mpiani, a former Chief of Staff under the erstwhile Kufuor government, has joined a growing list of public figures expressing concern over the timing of President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo's ministerial reshuffle. "I don't have a reaction to the ministerial reshuffle because it is the president's prerogative. He works with the ministers and the deputy ministers, and he should be able to determine who is working well or otherwise. So I think the timing is the problem; otherwise, it is his prerogative to do a reshuffle as he sees fit," he said on Wednesday. The major highlight of Akufo-Addo's reshuffle was the removal of Ken Ofori Atta as finance minister.
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February 15, 2024 09:16 UTC
Today at the newsstands - February 14, 2024
General News of Wednesday, 14 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comBelow are some of the major news headlinesDAILY GRAPHICGhana will deliver best African Games - president Akufo-AddoLadder gives clue in Jirapa Dubai CEO's murderFinance Minister writes on digital payments in AfricaDAILY GUIDENACOC seizes 4,734kg TramadolMinisterial reshuffle: Ofori-Atta, Agyaman-Manu, Ambrose Dery outKen, Sly in mini brawl in ParliamentTHE CHRONICLEBawumia can make a difference if...Annoh-DomprehBorteyman Sports Complex ready for all African GamesBui sells power to ECG in dollars...instead of cedis - PAC toldTHE GHANAIAN TIMESGhana set to host 13th Africa GamesE.P Varsity faces imminent closure over failure to pay taxFinancial innovations, digital technologies important for climate change
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February 15, 2024 06:32 UTC
Akufo-Addo sacks Ofori-Atta, reshuffles his government
General News of Wednesday, 14 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comPresident Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has officially reshuffled some of his ministerial appointees following reports of an imminent massive shake-up in the government. The president, according to a statement issued by the presidency, has relieved 13 central and local government ministers of their duties. Some of the ministers who have lost their jobs include the Minister for Finance, Ken Ofori-Atta and the Minister for Roads and Highways, Kwasi Amoako-Atta. In all, the president relieved 13 ministers and 10 deputy ministers of their duties, some of which he reassigned. TWI NEWSSee the list of ministers who have been relieved of their duties below:You can also watch the latest episode of Everyday People on GhanaWeb TV below:
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February 14, 2024 11:26 UTC
The alleged 'fight' between Bernard Mensah and Jordan Ayew that 'forced' him to retire from Black Stars
Sports News of Monday, 12 February 2024Source: www.ghanaweb.comIn November 2020, Ghanaian midfielder, Bernard Mensah announced his retirement from the Black Stars despite being at the prime age of his career – 26. Christopher Nimley, a Ghanaian coach has opened up on the reasons that ‘forced’ Bernard Mensah to leave the Black Stars prematurely. According to him, Bernard Mensah retired from the Black Stars after the management, in his view exhibited bias and unfairness in the handling of an on-field incident between him and Jordan Ayew. Jordan Ayew, according to Christopher Nimley took offence and reported the issue to the management of the Black Stars. Bernard Mensah currently plays in the Saudi league for Al Tai
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February 12, 2024 21:47 UTC
It has nothing to do with Bawumia, NPP – Apostle Opoku Onyinah clarifies viral Facebook post
Apostle Onyinah has distanced himself from the political connotations of his post, following the diverse reactions to the post. In the latest post, Apostle Onyinah explained that the previous post was created from the Church of Pentecost’s theme for the year 2015. The post further reads “Last night, I was looking for a quote that touched my heart on preaching to post it. Often, the silence of the majority or a good one helps the noisy minority destroy society or even rule. Those in favour of Apostle Onyinah are falling on the argument of religion as an extra boost for the ticket.
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February 11, 2024 16:11 UTC