NDC's Fifi Kwetey pledges trustworthy leadership for Ghana in 2024
General News of Friday, 22 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comIn a compelling dialogue with Broadcast Journalist Serwaa Amihere on X space, Fifi Kwetey, the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), fervently expressed the party's dedication to providing Ghanaians with a leadership they can trust. Mr Kwetey asserted that the NPP's governance had led the country astray, emphasizing the need for responsible leadership to address Ghana's challenges—an imperative role, according to him, for former President John Mahama. When quizzed about John Mahama's suitability for the 2024 elections, Kwetey stressed the necessity for trustworthy leadership, drawing a sharp contrast with what he perceives as the current administration's arrogance and lack of humility over the past seven years. Expressing confidence in John Mahama over Vice President Bawumia, whom he accused of lacking integrity, Kwetey acknowledged the upcoming 2024 elections as a formidable challenge that cannot be taken lightly. In conclusion, the General Secretary passionately called upon all NDC loyalists and Ghanaians, in general, to unite and collaborate in rescuing Ghana from what he perceives as the unfavourable grip of the NPP.
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December 22, 2023 21:37 UTC
‘Much ado about nothing, empty noise’ - Obiri Boahen vows to sue Dormaahene
Osagyefo Oseadeeyo Agyemang Badu II, who serves as the President of the Bono Regional House of Chiefs, made this declaration during the 2023 end-of-year review meeting. He indicated that the decision could be reversed if the Berekum Traditional Council provided a satisfactory explanation. Nana Obiri Boahen, however, strongly contested the Dormaahene's authority to make such a pronouncement. Boahen, who is a native of the Bono region and a legal practitioner, vowed to challenge the decision in court. Why did he mention only seven chiefs?
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December 21, 2023 22:40 UTC
Berekum is suspended from Bono Regional House of Chiefs - Dormaahene announces
Dormaahene, elaborating on the rationale behind this decision, explained that the suspension is directly related to an injunction initiated by the Berekum Traditional Council. This injunction had restrained him from attending the recent funeral of the late Berekumhene, Daasebre Dr. Amankona Diawuo II. Dormaahene emphasized that the suspension of Berekum from the Bono Regional House of Chiefs will remain in effect until the Council provides a more satisfactory explanation for the court action. ADVERTISEMENTThis development stems from a decision by the Sunyani High Court, which on Wednesday, November 22, restrained Dormaahene from attending the funeral scheduled for Thursday, November 23, as it could potentially lead to a breach of peace. The court order was a result of an application filed by a member of the Berekum Traditional Council, Osabarima Kyere Yeboah Darteh II.
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December 21, 2023 22:00 UTC
Parliament okays EC’s GH¢786.9 million budget for 2024 general election
General News of Thursday, 21 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comParliament has given its approval for the Electoral Commission's GH¢786.9 million budget earmarked for the 2024 general elections. Additionally, the House has asked the Ministry of Finance to address the GH¢140.7 million shortfall to ensure the smooth execution of the 2024 Presidential and Parliamentary Elections. The proposed budget request by the EC for the 2024 financial year was GH¢932.03 million. However, the Finance Ministry capped the allocation at GH¢786.9 million, resulting in a shortfall of GH¢140.7 million. Click here to follow the GhanaWeb General News WhatsApp channelNW/NOQYou can also watch the latest episode of Everyday People on GhanaWeb TV below:
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December 21, 2023 12:04 UTC
Georgina Asare Fiagbenu wins two awards at the 3rd Ghanaweb Excellence Awards – Women Edition
Home - Press ReleaseThe Senior Manager for Corporate Communications at MTN Ghana, Georgina Asare Fiagbenu has won two awards at the 3rd Ghanaweb Excellence Awards, Women Edition held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel in Accra. Georgina was awarded “Excellence in Media and Communications” and “Ghanaweb Special Humanitarian Personality of the Year Award. Georgina Asare Fiagbenu receiving the Humanitarian Personality of the Year AwardReceiving the awards at the event, Georgina thanked the organizers and those who nominated her for the awards. A group picture with Georgina Asare Fiagbenu after the awards ceremonyShe is an accredited Public Relations practitioner and an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Marketing Ghana. The 3rd Ghanaweb Excellence Awards aim to reward women with influence in various sectors in the competitive space.
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December 21, 2023 05:05 UTC
Bantama Seat: The showdown between Kennedy Agyapong's brother and Asenso-Boakye
In the spotlight is the incumbent MP, a first-timer, Francis Asenso-Boakye, engaged in a heated battle against Rapheal Agyapong, the brother of Kennedy Agyapong. He played a significant role in the Tertiary Students Confederacy of the New Patriotic Party (TESCON), the party's tertiary students' wing. Ralph AgyapongRalph Agyapong, 42, is a lawyer affiliated with Kwame Gyan & Associates and the brother of Kennedy Agyapong, the Member of Parliament for Assin Central. He disclosed seeking guidance from his brother, Kennedy Agyapong, who gave his blessing for him to contest and secure victory. Friction between Kennedy Agyapong and Asenso-Boakye has been noted, stemming from remarks made by the latter during the NPP presidential primaries in which Kennedy was a contender.
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December 21, 2023 03:10 UTC
We will see where you will be by next year - Foh- Amoaning threatens NPP MP over anti-LGBTQI bill
He stated that the MP would face consequences for his opposition to the bill. Foh-Amoaning emphasized that the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), known for campaigning with the slogan "The battle is the Lord's," should be at the forefront of championing the bill. He remarked, "So, for Anyimadu, who is the leader and NPP man, to be saying that we will see, well, we will see where he himself will be by next year. With the 2024 election year approaching, Foh-Amoaning did not explicitly state whether the Coalition would campaign against MPs opposing the bill but warned of potential political consequences for any party attempting to thwart the process. He called on political party leaders, including presidential candidates Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia (NPP), John Dramani Mahama (NDC), and independent candidate Alan Kyerematen, to publicly declare their positions on the LGBTQ+ bill.
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December 20, 2023 18:24 UTC
Spokesperson of New Force to be repatriated immediately
General News of Tuesday, 19 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Immigration Service has taken the decision to revoke the residence permit of Shalimar Abuissi, the spokesperson for the New Force, resulting in her scheduled repatriation later today, myjoyonline.com reports. Initially charged with allegedly obtaining a student residency permit through false declaration, Abuissi saw all charges dropped earlier today by the state prosecutor. However, the turn of events took an unexpected twist as the Ghana Immigration Service rearrested Ms. Abuissi outside the court premises, asserting that her continued stay in the country is illegal. The subsequent events led to a chaotic scene outside the court, with clashes between Ms. Abuissi's legal representatives and immigration officers tasked with her removal. The emotional spectacle continued as Ms. Abuissi's parents were left in tears, witnessing their daughter being transported away in a Ghana Immigration Service vehicle.
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December 19, 2023 10:57 UTC
District level elections: EC reschedules polls in some areas in two regions
General News of Tuesday, 19 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Electoral Commission (EC) has announced the rescheduling of the ongoing district level elections in certain electoral areas within the Ashanti and Eastern Regions. The affected electoral areas are now expected to conduct their voting on December 21, 2023, as indicated by the EC In an official statement released on Tuesday. The district level elections, spanning 6,215 electoral areas across 216 metropolitan, municipal, and district assemblies (excluding Nkoranza North and South in the Bono East Region), have drawn participation from over 66,000 individuals vying for positions in district assemblies and unit committees. Expressing regret for any inconvenience caused, the statement assured residents of the affected areas that the district level elections would proceed on Thursday, 21st December 2023. We assure the residents of the affected areas that the District Level Elections will be held on Thursday, the 21st of December, 2023."
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December 19, 2023 10:57 UTC
Minority demands suspension of controversial 10-year contract with SML
General News of Monday, 18 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Minority caucus in Parliament has called for an instant suspension of a 10-year contract between the Finance Ministry and Strategic Mobilisation Ghana Limited (SML) for revenue assurance services. He pushed for its suspension until a thorough investigation is done by the minority about possible mismanagement. Mr Jinapor said, “We do not believe that there is value for money, this contract is a rip-off, this contract only ends up filling the pockets of greedy politicians and individuals. When we go into it and find out that all those allegations are true, we will ensure that this contract is abrogated,” he added. John Jinapor mentioned that the delay could immensely endanger the hard-won economic gains the government has achieved.
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December 18, 2023 19:42 UTC
All Set For District Assembly Elections On Tuesday – EC
As the district-level elections approach on Tuesday, December 19, the Electoral Commission (EC) has declared that all necessary arrangements have been made for the smooth conduct of the polls. More than 66,000 candidates are vying for assembly and unit committee positions across 6,215 electoral areas. Dr. Serebour Quaicoe, the Director of Electoral Services at the EC, provided assurance regarding the readiness of preparations for the elections. All things being equal, in case there are shortages, the district office will respond to such shortages," citinewsroom.com quoted Dr. Serebour Quarcoe as having said. Preparations, according to Dr. Quarcoe, have been meticulously handled to guarantee a successful and well-organized electoral process.
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December 18, 2023 16:41 UTC
West Ham fans pray for Ghana's early exit from 2023 AFCON because of Kudus
Sports News of Monday, 18 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comSome West Ham United fans have said that they hope Ghana exits the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations early to have Mohammed Kudus back in the team. He scored a brace for West Ham in their 3-0 win over Wolves on Sunday, December 17, 2023. Following the win, some West Ham fans who could not imagine Kudus out of the squad during the AFCON period, wish Ghana would suffer an exit to get the Ghanaian back with the team without him missing many games. The 2023 AFCON is scheduled to kick start on January 13 to February 11, 2024, in Ivory Coast. Mohammed Kudus will miss five matches if the Black Stars can make it to the semi-finals or the finals.
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December 18, 2023 15:12 UTC
Ghana failed to take advantage of the global demand for lithium - Tony Aubynn
General News of Sunday, 17 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comA former Chief Executive Officer of the Minerals Commission, Dr. Toni Aubynn, has asserted that the government of Ghana failed to take advantage of the importance and global demand for lithium. According to him, the current deal between the government and Barrari DV was just cosmetic and tokenistic. In a LinkedIn post sighted by GhanaWeb Business, Toni Aubynn stressed that Ghana has lost an opportunity to benefit adequately from the recent lithium deal. "After a careful analysis of the recent agreement for the development of our lithium resources in Ewoyaa in the Central region of Ghana, I have come to the conclusion that Ghana failed to take advantage of the current importance and global demand for lithium. According to him, this is the first time in the country’s history that it has been able to negotiate 10% royalties in a minerals deal.
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December 17, 2023 02:26 UTC
‘Frustrated OSP, how many persons have you prosecuted so far?’ - Vim Lady pokes Kissi Agyebeng
General News of Saturday, 16 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comControversial media personality, Afia Pokua popularly known as Vim Lady has expressed her disappointment in Special Prosecutor, Kissi Agyebeng for failing to deliver up to the expectations of Ghanaians. “Kissi Agyebeng (OSP), if you think you cannot do the work go and sleep, seriously. I think it is high time we tell the Special Prosecutor that we are tired of his press conferences. He is always releasing press statements of investigating corrupt cases, how many of them have you properly prosecuted? Since you came into office, how many of the corrupt cases have you duly investigated and recovered the state’s funds?
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December 16, 2023 22:36 UTC
Govt letter requesting for masterplan redevelopment of portions of Achimota Forest leaks
General News of Saturday, 16 December 2023Source: www.ghanaweb.comGhanaWeb has intercepted a letter from the Ministry of Lands and Natural Resources, signed under the name of its minister, Samuel Abu Jinapor, requesting for a masterplan towards the redevelopment of the Achimota Forest. “As you may be aware, by the Forests (Cessation of Forest Reserve) Instrument, 2022 (E.I. 144), as amended by the Forests (Cessation of Forest Reserve) (Amendment) Instrument, 2023 (E.I. 234), portions of the Achimota Forest, measuring approximately 260.06 acres or 105.25 hectares, ceased to be a forest reserve,” the statement signed by Abu Jinapor said. It will be recalled that the Achimota Forest became the center of a lot of discussions sometime in 2022, when it emerged that portions of the forest had been given out to private individuals.
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December 16, 2023 18:27 UTC