Annoh-Dompreh to give scholarship to ten best SHS students in Nsawam-Adoagyiri constituency
Addressing beneficiaries of his extra classes project which has benefitted over 100 final year SHS students in the constituency, the Majority Chief whip assured the students of his utmost support. I will try and liaise with the ministry to get you some past questions and books. I promise you that I will take up the fees of ten best students. You must commend your big brothers and sisters who are helping.”He further stated that he will donate mathematical sets, exercise books and past questions to the over 200 candidates. The students acknowledge the good gesture of the MP and assured him of churning out good grades.
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July 09, 2021 07:07 UTC
Military brutality saga: Ken Agyapong leads parliamentary team to Wa
General News of Friday, 9 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comMember of Parliament for Assin Central, Kennedy Agyapong, has said lawmakers are due to visit the Upper East regional capital of Wa in connection with a recent military brutality episode. Agyapong, who is also Chairman of Parliament’s Defence and Interior Committee gave the date of their visit as coming Monday (July 12). On the substantive issue, the military high command has taken action on the issue with punitive measures already handed down to officers involved in the incident. Nitiwul said: “except the duty officer, all personnel who were on duty on the day of the incident have been charged, tried and appropriately punished”. About the duty officer in question, Nitiwul explained: “The trial of the duty officer, who is a Lieutenant, will, however, commence on or before Wednesday 14th July 2021.”“All the above trials and punishments are without prejudice to the outcome of the subjects under various forms of investigation,” he added.
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July 09, 2021 06:33 UTC
I don’t believe Ejura protesters had guns and shot at security personnel – Kweku Baako
He warned that the peddling of falsehood could impugn the integrity of the institutions they represent as well as the committee. I have to be honest and I know what I’m doing may not be the best but I don’t believe that story. The story that people the people had guns and shot, I don’t believe it. He disclosed that aside the guns, the protesters also had stones, machetes and other missiles which were targeted at the police. “The angry mob were charged, they started throwing stones, missiles, offensive weapons and sound of a pump-action gun was also heard.
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July 09, 2021 06:33 UTC
Recommenders and approvers of salaries to presidential spouses have no conscience – Dr Manteaw
In a Facebook post, Dr Steve Manteaw said that the persons and institutions responsible for the above-stated decisions do not have the interest of the country at heart. “Those who recommended, and those who approved payment to the spouses of our leaders have no conscience, and no regard for the Ghanaian,” he posted on Facebook. The rationalization of the payment of gratuities to the first and second ladies has irked some persons who have sought refuge in the Supreme Court to prevent the government from making the payment. Aside Abronye, two NDC MPs have also sued the government making argument similar to that of Abronye. An order declaring the recommendations in respect of privileges, facilities, salaries, and allowances payable to the 1st and 2nd Ladies of the Republic of Ghana as unconstitutional and void.
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July 09, 2021 06:33 UTC
Wa military brutality: Army jails, demotes, transfers errant soldiers
The duty officer, a Lieutenant, will however face trail in the coming days, he added. “All the above trials and punishments are without prejudice to the outcome of the subjects under various forms of investigation,” Nitiwul explained. The overlord of the area while expressing grave reservations also tasked the state to adequately compensate persons affected by the incident. The military officers were captured in a viral video physically assaulting members of the public with the reason that a phone belonging to one of them had been stolen. You can nominate personalities and organisations for the GhanaWeb Excellence Awards via this link.
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July 09, 2021 06:23 UTC
Rebecca Akufo-Addo and Samira Bawumia could cash out over GHc2.7million in 4 years
Whereas the second lady on the other hand will at the end of every month get the same amount as a cabinet minister who is not a member of parliament. Based on this metric, the First Lady, Rebecca Akufo-Addo was supposed to paid GH¢24,996 monthly. This figure when multiplied by the 12 months of the year comes up to GH¢299,952. The amount increases slightly in 2018 with a monthly salary of GH¢27,496 which in twelves months would give GH¢329,952. Samira Bawumia’s figuresFor the 12 months of 2017, the government of Ghana will pay a total of GH ¢296,016 to Samira Bawumia which when broken down will give on GH ¢24, 668.
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July 09, 2021 06:22 UTC
You don’t have the powers to give us justice – Macho Kaaka’s family bounces Ejura committee
The family also accused the members of the committee of making comments which are prejudicial and expose their bias on the issue. It also noted that some of the persons who have appeared before the committee could act as witnesses in the criminal case currently being pursued. “Our regret with the decision to not establish this inquiry using the powers provided for under Article 278 of the 1992 Constitution. As such, the Committee has no power to (a) enforce the attendance of witnesses and examine them on oath,” the statement said. Meanwhile the committee has requested for an extension of their mandate from the initial ten days to sixteen.
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July 09, 2021 06:22 UTC
Ghana Bar Assoc. condemns 'cruel, unacceptable' acts of violence by security agencies
General News of Friday, 9 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Bar Association (GBA) has added its voice to the incidence of security personnel inflicting injury and in some cases deadly violence on civilians. The rule of law must prevail at all times in our dear country.”Five recent instances of violence unleashed by security personnel1. The conduct of personnel of the Ministry of National Security with respect to journalists of Citi FM/Citi TV on 11th May 2021. “In the instances stated above, the conduct of the personnel of the Security Agencies was cruel and unacceptable. Security Agencies must be professional in the discharge of their duties.
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July 09, 2021 05:26 UTC
NPP’s Abronye drags Akufo-Addo govt to Supreme Court over spousal salaries
Abronye in his suit argued that the move by government is not enshrined in law and should be outrightly dismissed by the court. He is praying the apex court to declare as illegal, the decision by the committee and prevent government from effecting payment to the intended beneficiaries. Two members of Parliament on the ticket of the National Democratic Congress and one Fredrick Nii Commey have also filed a suit at the Supreme Court challenging the payment. A further declaration that the recommendations of the Committee, to the extent that it pertains to the 1st and 2nd Ladies of the Republic of Ghana, are null, void and of no effect. An order declaring the recommendations in respect of privileges, facilities, salaries, and allowances payable to the 1st and 2nd Ladies of the Republic of Ghana as unconstitutional and void.
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July 09, 2021 02:03 UTC
Upper East: Pupils of Saabisi Primary School sit on bare floors to study
Regional News of Friday, 9 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comCorrespondence from Upper East Region• Pupils of Saabisi Primary School lack furniture• They sit or lie on bare floors to have studies•The MCE of the Kassena-Nankana Municipality has promised to provide pupils with enough furniturePupils of Saabisi Primary School at Natugnia in the Kassena-Nankana Municipality sit or lie on the floors of their classrooms to study as a result of lack of furniture, GhanaWeb’s Upper East correspondent, Senyalah Castro can report. Moses Azabre, who teaches the class two pupils, said the situation was affecting the pupil’s ability to grasp lessons. MCE visits school, assures to address challengesMeanwhile, Chief Executive for the Kassena-Nankana Municipal Assembly, William Aduum, has assured to address the challenges facing the Saabisi primary school, starting with the furniture deficit. He however assured to make swift arrangements for furniture for the Saabisi primary. As at the time of filing this report, it was learnt that the Municipal Chief Executive was able to organize 20 pieces of steel desks to be dispatched to the Saabisi primary school.
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July 09, 2021 01:07 UTC
Why an NPP vehicle was used to transport Kaaka's body back to Ejura - MCE explains
As a follow-up, one of the committee members asked him if Ibrahim Kaaka was a member of the New Patriotic Party. He answered in the affirmative, explaining even to what extent Kaaka participated in party activities. "In fact, when he passed on on the 28th, it was the party vehicle that was dispatched to Komfo Anokye to go and bring his body to Ejura. He's our member, and a very strong member but I wouldn't be able to say whether he had a card or whether he didn't have a card," he told the Commission. You can nominate personalities and organisations for the GhanaWeb Excellence Awards via this link.
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July 09, 2021 01:07 UTC
1st, 2nd Ladies salary: Next time feature it in your manifesto – Nana Aba to Akufo-Addo
Information Minister, Kojo Oppong-Nkrumah confirmed a new arrangement for spouses of the president and vice president to officially enjoy salaries from the government of Ghana. According to him, a recommendation by an emolument committee which was approved by the seventh parliament was adopted by government. He further disclosed that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in 2019 established a committee chaired by Prof. Yaa Ntiamoa-Baidu to make proposals on allowances paid to wives of the president and his vice. "Next time feature it in your manifesto”, she wrote in a Tweet. If approved, each MP will receive an amount of US$100,000 for the purchase of a vehicle which will be sourced from the National Investment Bank.
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July 08, 2021 18:56 UTC
We'll firmly stabilize cedi with all resources – Bank of Ghana
The BoG has given an assurance that it will use all its resources and tools to guard the cedi against the dwindling pressure it is being faced with. According to a report sighted by GhanaWeb on Myjoyonline, the BoG’s plan is timely and prompt as the Ghana cedis is facing some strong depreciation pressure from other international currencies. “We are also monitoring happenings in the global market and will take the necessary actions needed,” the BoG said. The Central Bank also said it is coming up with this intervention to help the cedis find it foot to trade and compete with other currencies. Meanwhile, the depreciation of the cedis has been attributed to the surge in corporate demand by businesses that are trying to pay dividends to shareholders, outside the country.
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July 08, 2021 17:37 UTC
Pastors in Ghana need to pray for the country – Nigerian Prophet reiterates
The Mountain of Grace and Glory Ministry Prophet in a viral video available to GhanaWeb, told his congregation that, Ghana will be experiencing political tension that will last for three years. This political tension, the Prophet said, will begin immediately but it will bring in protest, riots in the form of a revolution that will claim a lot of lives in Ghana. “..And the Lord opened my eyes, I saw the country of Ghana, the Lord told me that God’s people in Ghana should pray; I see political tension that will last for three years beginning immediately. Prophet Chinonso Stephen explained in his prophecy that: “this thing I saw will bring in protest. The Lord said I should warn them that all God’s people in Ghana shall lift up their antenna high and pray a prayer of peace.
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July 08, 2021 16:07 UTC
BoG Governor commissions 65-bed Bank Hospital for staff, general public
General News of Thursday, 8 July 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.com•The Bank Hospital has been commissioned for public and staff use•It is expected to augment quality healthcare delivery in the country•The construction of the facility cost €80 million eurosThe Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr Ernest Addison, has commissioned a 65-bed hospital facility for staff of the central bank and the general public. “Given the size and facilities at the previous Bank Clinic, the statistics clearly showed an uncongenial working environment, characterized by general congestion and clientele dissatisfaction. Furthermore, total active and retired staff population had increased to over 3,000, with a dependent population of about 10,000, which was projected to exceed 15,000 in the coming years." He continued, “To address this problem, Management of the Bank in 2012, mandated the then General Services Department and the Medical Department to develop a Needs Assessment to form the basis for the development of a hospital for the Bank. The hospital which is located at East Cantonments will serve as a commercial entity operating as a general hospital, to provide world-class OPD services, diagnostic services, and medical urology.
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July 08, 2021 15:43 UTC