I made you, tell Ghanaians what you did to Ebony - Fashion Pilot to Wendy Shay
I made them @wendyshayofficial come let me show you what heavenly royalty is aboa taa I’ll reveal your evilness tell Ghanaians how you became famous #thisisjustthebeginning I’ll expose all of you." "Wendy Shay, tell Ghanaians how you became famous. Tell Ghanaians what you did to Ebony, start talking. Abeiku Santana you are there talking, tell Ghanaians what you do in secret. Tell Ghanaians how your make money.
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October 01, 2021 14:26 UTC
You're a failure if you live with your parents at age 35 - Nigel Gaisie
Among other things, the controversial man of God says a person staying with their parents or in a family house at the age of 35 is a failure. “You are a failure if at 35, you’re still staying with your parents or family compound,” the Prophet stated. The post made by the Prophet on his Facebook page has drawn several comments with some people sharing their disagreement with his assertions. However, when Papsy Joo also commented saying “I don’t agree with these philosophies of failure. He achieved his remarkable rise to success until his 60’s,” the Prophet admitted that there could be exceptions to his assertions.
Source:GhanaWeb
October 01, 2021 12:11 UTC
Ukraine, Europe learning from Ghana’s expertise in cybersecurity awareness – Cybersecurity advisor
“In October 2017, Ghana adopted a multi-sectoral governance structure for national cybersecurity, leading to the establishment of the National Cybersecurity Inter-Ministerial Council, the National Cybersecurity. It has continued to serve as a national cybersecurity benchmark for a number of African countries. Dr. Albert Antwi-Boasiako, who is also the acting Director-General of the National Cybersecurity Authority, was speaking at the Official Launch of National Cyber Security Awareness Month 2021, the Launch of Cyber Security Authority, and the Critical Information Infrastructure (CII) Directive in Accra. “Officials from Ukraine, and Europe, upon coming across Ghana’s model for awareness creation, requested for support to replicate same in their respective countries. He also spoke about how this has won the country a regional spot as the hub for cyber security building in West Africa.
Source:GhanaWeb
October 01, 2021 12:00 UTC
Akufo-Addo receives Guinean military delegation; reiterates call for return to democracy
Col. Koulibaly also noted that the CNRD understands and accepts the decisions taken and sanctions placed on Guinea by the Authority. President Akufo-Addo remained unequivocal about the time frame for the holding of elections, maintaining that six (6) months is sufficient for such an exercise. He assured the leadership in Guinea of the commitment of ECOWAS to help overhaul the electoral process, by providing technical support to Guinea. To this effect, President Akufo-Addo reiterated the demand of ECOWAS for the immediate and unconditional release of President Alpha Condé. Col. Koulibaly reassured President Akufo-Addo that President Condé was in good health and is being properly taken care of, adding that President Condé still has access to access to his personal doctor and cook.
Source:GhanaWeb
October 01, 2021 12:00 UTC
Here’s how Savings & Loans, MFIs and RCBs fared in 2020
According to the central bank's 2020 annual report, the S&L sector recorded total assets of GH¢5,027.59 million at the end of December 2020. The sector, according to the bank recorded total assets of GH¢6,170.88 million at the end of December 2020, representing a 31.6 percent year-on-year growth. The Non-Performing Loans ratio remained the same as the previous year’s position of 11.5 percent." Finally, in the Microfinance Sector, the total number of licensed Microfinance Institutions (MFIs) stood at 180 at the end of December 2020. MFI’s operating in the country recorded total assets of GH¢895.53 million at the end of December 2020, representing year-on-year growth of 14.3 percent.
Source:GhanaWeb
October 01, 2021 10:30 UTC
Today marks United Nations Day of Older Persons
Prof Dako-Gyeke said her outfit was committed to creating awareness through ageism and human rights by tackling stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination associated with digitalization, taking into account socio-cultural norms and the rights to autonomy in order to enhance their human rights. She maintained that cybersecurity and ethics should be explored to ensure the legal framework, privacy, and safety of older persons in the digital world. A Lecturer at the Trinity Theological School, Reverend Samuel Ayete-Yampong said older persons should be given the needed care and attention. She said when the social life of older persons was improved, they would be free from sickness and any form of depressions. “The centre is ready to partner with Non-Governmental Organisations, health institutions, organizations, and individuals to ensure older persons receive the needed support,” she stated.
Source:GhanaWeb
October 01, 2021 09:56 UTC
Savannah region: Two President Akufo-Addo’s nominees for MCE & DCE confirmed
All the 17 Assembly members of the West Gonja Municipality voted in favour of Mr Musah Kusubari to confirm his nomination as the MCE for the area. Earlier in the North Gonja District of the Savannah Region, Mr Haruna Adam Eliasu aka Red Bawa, the President’s nominee for the North Gonja District was confirmed as the DCE by all assembly members in the district. The North Gonja District Assembly has a total of 22 assembly members with 15 being elected members and the remaining seven (7) being government-appointed members. He used the opportunity to appeal to other districts in the Savannah Region to emulate what has happened in the North Gonja district and the Damongo municipality by equally endorsing their nominees. Meanwhile Saturday 1st October, 2021 will be the turn of the Central Gonja District of the Savannah region to endorse Hon Salia Kamara as the district chief executive for the area.
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 22:06 UTC
CPC marks World Heart Day
Business News of Friday, 1 October 2021Source: GNAThe Cocoa Processing Company Limited (CPC) has marked World Heart Day to create awareness that cardiovascular diseases (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the world with a public forum in Tema. CPC therefore used the occasion to encourage the consumption of cocoa products in Ghana. September 29th is commemorated as the World Heart Day instituted by the World Heart Federation. The federation seeks to harness the power of digital health to improve awareness, prevention and management of CVD globally for Word Heart Day 2021. The CPC Marketing Manager noted that, world heart day provides opportunity for individuals, families, communities and governments around the world to unite in the fight against CVD and adopt a lifestyle change to prevent and minimized the incidence.
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 21:22 UTC
Bole court fines two young men GH¢300 for stealing pregnant goat
Crime & Punishment of Thursday, 30 September 2021Source: nkilgifmonline.comTwo young men from Mandari a Community in the Bole District of the Savannah Region have been sentenced by the Bole Magistrate court to a fine of GH300 or jail term of three months for stealing a pregnant goat at Bale, a Community near Mandar. The judge of the Bole Magistrate Court His Worship Prince Cudjoe sentenced the two each on their own admission of guilt to pay a fine of 50 points unit which translates to GHc 300 or in default serve three months in jail. Kofi Jimah the fitter was arrested and given some hot slaps and beatings before being handed to the Bole Police. The Police then arraign them before the Bole Magistrate court on 28th September, 2021 on two counts of conspiracy to commit crime and stealing. The pregnant goat has since been released to its owner.
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 20:48 UTC
‘Your days are numbered’ – GAF to illegal miners
General News of Thursday, 30 September 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe Ghana Armed Forces (GAF) has sent out a strong warning to illegal miners who have relocated their activities to other parts of the country as a way of swerving the Operation Halt team that “their days are numbered”. “The Ghana Armed Forces continue to conduct follow-up surgical operations in targeted areas to sustain the campaign to rid river bodies of all illegal mining activities in Ghana. The clearing team also resumed operations on River Offin and is currently at Abora within the Upper Denkyira East Municipality. Areas along River Offin that have been cleared include Asma Camp, Denkira Foso, Badoa No.1 and 2, Kyekyewere, Buabenso, Akyempim and Dunkwa. This statement of the Ghana Armed Forces has triggered a response from the Ghana Environmental Advocacy Group.
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 20:02 UTC
18 role models to be honoured tomorrow
General News of Thursday, 30 September 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comAbout 18 role models will be honoured at the 2021 Africa Role Model Awards on October 1, 2021, at the plush Accra International Conference Centre. According to the organisers, the awards will be given in categories including, but not limited to the Africa Role Model in Entrepreneurship Development, Africa Role Model in Business Excellence, Africa Role Model in Journalism & Media Excellence, Africa Role Model Professional Leadership and Community Service, Africa Role Model in Youth Service and Capacity Building and the coveted Overall Africa Role Model Male, Female and Organization. Andy Osei Okrah, Young Professionals & Youth Coalition (YPYC) President, in announcing the nominees indicated that, the “award scheme managers had worked diligently since the last event, overhauling and rebranding the scheme to reflect continental values and qualities of awardees. Our focus is to give the awards a continental character and project the competencies of the awardees as fit for any global purpose.”He said, YPYC is transcending national barriers to recognize talents and brains in a grand design to use the scheme as a launchpad to foster continental unity, enhance economic development and curb brain drain, in the short-to-medium term. Dr. Mohamed Ibn Chambas will be the guest of honour for the occasion.
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 19:30 UTC
Foster harmonious relationships, promote efficient service delivery – GPHA, STC boards charged
Business News of Thursday, 30 September 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comThe newly inaugurated Boards of the Ghana Ports and Harbours Authority and Intercity STC Coaches Limited have been charged to ensure a harmonious working relationship is paramount to promote efficient service delivery. Speaking at a ceremony to inaugurate the two boards, Transport Minister, Kwaku Ofori Asiamah called on the Board Chair's and Chief Executives of the two companies to corporate towards their respective growth to achieve results. The need for us to work together is more important than any other thing,” the minister cautioned. Ofori Asiamah recalled that in the past, there have been occasions where Chief Executives of companies fail to collaborate with their governing boards and that needed to stop. Our failure is your failure, and our success will become your legacy when you have left this Ministry.
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September 30, 2021 19:07 UTC
Government reiterates commitment to improve maritime industry
Business News of Thursday, 30 September 2021Source: www.ghanaweb.comDeputy Minister of Transport, Frederick Adom-Obeng has reiterated government’s commitment to improving the maritime industry. According to him, the contribution of the maritime sector which accounts for 80 percent of global trade activity, when well harnessed, will boost economic growth efforts. Meanwhile, the Institute for African Maritime Development made some proposals towards ensuring the safety of seafarers. It also reflects the essential role seafarers continue to play in promoting maritime trade across the globe. The International Maritime Organization (IMO) created the World Maritime Day to celebrate the international Maritime Industry's contribution towards the world's economy, particularly in the shipping industry.
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 18:45 UTC
A significant number of Ghanaians are hesitant towards the coronavirus vaccines
General News of Thursday, 30 September 2021Source: Eunice Oppong, ContributorA study conducted by the Centre for Plant Medicine Research, Mampong-Akuapem (CPMR) has revealed that a significant number of Ghanaians are hesitant towards COVID-19 vaccines. He further said, "To understand the attitudes and opinions of respondents, a focused group discussion was also conducted." The study also revealed that only 35.4% of respondents believed the vaccines were not developed by some people to destroy others. They also indicated that the low level of education on the part of the government to counteract the barrage of false information accounted for the significant number of people who believe the COVID-19 vaccines were developed to harm people. "Similarly, 46% of the respondents either believed the COVID-19 vaccine will not offer the desired protection (18.7%) or were not sure (27.2%)."
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 16:18 UTC
Seven illegal miners caged as Deputy Minister, taskforce storm galamsey site
The Minister and his entourage of security officials also decommissioned 19 changfans and other illegal mining equipment found on the site. Mireku Duker lamented the hard-heartedness of the illegal miners and chided them for breaking the laws with impunity. Mireku Duker warned that, government’s fight against illegal mining is in full swing and that the seven suspects will be prosecuted to serve as deterrent to others. Mireku Duker said that like every Ghanaian, he is concerned with the continuous degradation of the forest and water resources of the country. All hands must be on deck to fight illegal mining.
Source:GhanaWeb
September 30, 2021 15:56 UTC