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The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, has responded to a directive from President John Dramani Mahama to investigate the deaths linked to the 2020 and 2024 elections, The Chronicle newspaper reports. According to the report, the IGP has established a specialized investigative team at the CID Headquarters, led by Chief Superintendent Joseph…
Eric Opoku, the Minister-Designate for Food and Agriculture, has revealed that Ghana’s cocoa production has drastically declined, reaching its lowest level in two decades. During his vetting before Parliament’s Appointments Committee on Monday, January 20, Opoku referred to recent reports from the Ghana Cocoa Board (COCOBOD) that showed a significant drop in production. Opoku explained…
Edudzi Tamakloe, the Acting Chief Executive Officer of the National Petroleum Authority (NPA), has taken office at a crucial moment, as concerns about potential fuel shortages loom large. A key priority for him is ensuring consistent fuel availability across the country, as fuel prices heavily impact businesses and the wider economy. To address disruptions in…
Ghana has been ranked the top country globally for Mobile Money regulation, according to the 2024 GSMA Mobile Money Regulatory Index (MMRI). The country scored 95.06%, an improvement from its 92.56% in 2023, when it ranked third globally behind Rwanda and Pakistan. This year, Rwanda ranked second with 95%, while Pakistan placed sixth with 92.81%,…
Kwame Governs Agbodza, Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways, has criticized the New Patriotic Party (NPP) for failing to prioritize road maintenance over the past eight years, leading to significant neglect of the country’s road infrastructure. During his vetting on Monday, January 20, Agbodza stressed that maintaining existing roads should take precedence over constructing new ones….
Tension remains high in Nkwanta, located in the Oti Region, after last week’s violent clashes, which claimed three lives and left several others seriously injured. Security forces, including the military and police, have been dispatched to maintain order, but the unrest has forced most residents to leave the area despite the curfew in place. A…
Haruna Iddrisu, Minister-Designate for Education, has reiterated President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment to reviewing the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy. Originally introduced under the Akufo-Addo administration, the policy was a key focus of President Mahama’s 2024 campaign, where he promised to enhance and refine it if elected. During his vetting by the Appointments…
President John Dramani Mahama has revealed significant appointments to the Office of the President, designed to strengthen governance and improve operational efficiency. In a statement released on January 21, the Presidency described the appointments as a reflection of the President’s dedication to strong leadership and a proactive administration. President Mahama expressed his belief that the…
President John Dramani Mahama has unveiled key appointments to the Office of the President, aimed at strengthening governance and improving operational efficiency. In a statement released by the Presidency on Tuesday, January 21, the appointments were described as reflective of the President’s dedication to effective leadership and a responsive administration. President Mahama expressed confidence in…
The Appointments Committee of Parliament is set to continue its vetting process on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Nominees scheduled for vetting include: On Monday, January 20, the committee vetted Haruna Iddrisu, Minister-Designate for Education; Eric Opoku, Minister-Designate for Agriculture; and Kwame Governs Agbodza, Minister-Designate for Roads and Highways. The vetting schedule for the remaining nominees…
