The Ministry of Health has debunked claims that tuberculosis (TB) and HIV/AIDs medical supplies donated by the Global Fund are locked up at the Tema port. According to the Ministry, the containers locked up at the port contain only mosquito nets and not TB and HIV drugs. This response comes …
Read More »All is set for the ‘Hands off our hotels’ demonstration – Ablakwa
North Tongu Member of Parliament Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has said that he has concluded discussions with the police on the upcoming demonstration against the sale of the hotels belonging to the Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT). He says all is set for the demonstration to take place on …
Read More »NLC directs workers of NIA to return to work immediately
The National Labour Commission (NLC) has ordered striking workers of the National Identification Authority (NIA) to call off their strike. On Wednesday, 12th June 2024, the NLC declared as illegal and unwarranted the indefinite strike commenced by some staff of the NIA on Monday, 10th June. The NLC found that …
Read More »I have never purchased a state asset – Ablakwa replies Owusu-Bempah’s petition to CHRAJ
North Tongu Member of Parliament Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa has said that he has never purchased a state property. He was responding to the Deputy Director of Communications for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Ernest Kofi Owusu-Bempah Bonsu who has petitioned the Commission on Human Rights and Administrative Justice (CHRAJ) to …
Read More »Amenfi East NPP Parliamentary candidate granted bail
The New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) 2024 Parliamentary Candidate for Amenfi East Constituency, Ernest Frimpong, has been released by the Tarkwa Police Command in the Western Region. Mr Frimpong was released on Wednesday evening after the police invited him for questioning over a video that has …
Read More »Election 2024: Widespread dissatisfaction with NPP isn’t a done deal for NDC – Fifi Kwetey
Fifi Fiavi Kwetey, the General Secretary of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC), has stated that the NDC will not be complacent going into the December 7 general election. He indicated that despite the widespread dissatisfaction with the ruling New Patriotic Party (NPP), it is not a done deal for …
Read More »7 rescued, 3 still missing in Oti River boat accident
Seven out of the ten passengers who drowned on the Oti River in the Krachi East District have been rescued alive. Three are currently missing but the search is ongoing. Those missing are a 4-year-old baby girl, a pregnant woman, and an elderly man. The Krachi East Municipal National Disaster …
Read More »Health Services Workers Union urge Gov’t to fast track negotiations over salaries and social security
Tension is rearing its head on the front of the Health Services Workers Union (HSWU) over low salaries affecting their social security when they retire. The union has asked government to be swift to convene a meeting to negotiate on their conditions to improve their lot or risk disturbances in …
Read More »Grammy Africa initiative acknowledges the global influence of African music – Davido
Nigerian afrobeats superstar, Davido, has expressed his excitement over the Recording Academy’s recent intention to extend its influence throughout the Middle East and Africa. According to Davido, this is a significant acknowledgement of the vibrant talent and global influence of African music. “As an African musician, I’m excited about the …
Read More »Tariq Lamptey praises Roberto De Zerbi’s unique tactical approach
Ghana defender Tariq Lamptey has praised former Brighton & Hove Albion manager Roberto De Zerbi, stating that he enjoyed working with the Italian coach. De Zerbi resigned at the end of last season, and Lamptey revealed his admiration for the tactician, acknowledging the positive lessons he learned from him. Speaking …
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