Politics

Removal of Romeo Hademe from the South Tongu MCE’s shortlist sparks outrage among residents

By King Amoah. Information reaches this website indicates that tensions are high in the South Tongu Municipal in the Volta Region and predictions are that unless the Ndc National Executives put up a swift intervention to settle scores, peace cannot prevail within the Municipality. The unfolding drama stemed from the selection of the candidates who […]

Business Economy

Rethinking Cocoa financing in Ghana:A local approach

For decades, cocoa exports have been the bedrock of Ghana’s economy, underpinning its agricultural sector and providing livelihoods for millions of farmers. The Ghana Cocoa Board (Cocobod) has consistently relied on syndicated loans from foreign banks to purchase cocoa beans for export. However, this trend of external borrowing raises questions about sustainability and the long-term […]

Business

Profit flight: The bane of Ghana’s cedi depreciation

“When the fundamentals are weak, the exchange rate will expose you,” remarked Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the then Running Mate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP). The truth in this statement was however never explained by the NPP’s purported economic wizkid. While the statement highlights the vulnerabilities of an economy, the implications remain underexplored, especially when […]

Business

Revitalizing bus procurement in Ghana: Lessons from the past.

By Anthony Obeng Afranie In the Fourth Republic of Ghana, the approach to bus procurement has largely favoured the wholesale acquisition of complete buses. While this model provides immediate solutions to transportation needs, it fails to capture the broader economic benefits, particularly job creation and technological advancement. To understand the pitfalls of the current approach, […]

Religious News

Hon Elvis Afriyie Ankrah visits Prophetic Life Embassy on behalf of president Mahama’.

As part of his Thank You Tour following the 2024 general elections, Hon. Elvis Afriyie-Ankrah visited Prophetic Life Embassy on Sunday, February 16, 2025, to express gratitude on behalf of President John Dramani Mahama. The visit was aimed at acknowledging the spiritual support and steadfast faith of Prophet Telvin Adjei Sowah and the church throughout […]

Environment Economy

Otumfuo Osei II’s Atenehene praises Mahama’s New approach, urges focus on grassroots and environmental protection.

By King Amoah. Nana Atonsa II, the chief of Denanse and also the Atenehene of Asantehene Otumfuo Osei II, has publicly commended President John Dramani Mahama for his promising start and commitment to national development. Speaking in an exclusive interview Nana Atonsa II who occupies the prestigious stool of Denanse, a town along the Kumasi-Offinso […]

Crime

Agents of alleged fake landowner and polygamist pastor arrested inland dispute

Reports: King Amoah. The Ashanti Regional Criminal Investigation Department (CID) is investigating a case involving agents of an alleged fake landowner, identified as Pastor Akwasi Addae Macaiah of the 7th Day Pentecostal Assemblies in Kumasi-Adiebeba, who were arrested for attempting to establish unlawful boundaries at Buoho-Afrancho. On February 11th, 2025, Emmanuel Kwame Alhassan, also known […]

International

Prioritize tax compliance to bridgecontinent’s $402 billion financing gap – Mahama’ to African leaders

By Lawrence Odoom President John Dramani Mahama has urged African Heads of State to prioritize tax compliance as a vital strategy to address the continent’s substantial financing gap. Speaking at the Heads of State and Government breakfast dialogue at the AU Commission headquarters in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Mahama emphasized the need for a multifaceted approach […]

Crime

Energy Minister Jinapor launches probe into ECG’s frivolous procurement under Akuffo Addo’s administration.

By Lawrence Odoom Minister for Energy and Green Transition, John Abdulai Jinapor, has taken a bold step in establishing a committee to investigate the procurement activities of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) during the Akufo-Addo administration. This move comes amidst revelations of “frivolous procurements” that have resulted in significant financial losses for the company. […]