Month: May 2024

Kwaku Manu Visits KK Fosu After Ghastly Accident
31 May

Kwaku Manu Visits KK Fosu After Ghastly Accident

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Ghanaian actor Kwaku Manu has visited musician KK Fosu at the University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) following a serious accident. During his visit, Kwaku Manu praised former President John Mahama for constructing the UGMC, highlighting its status as the most advanced medical center in West Africa. This visit marked Kwaku Manu’s first time at the UGMC. He expressed his admiration for the facility’s state-of-the-art infrastructure and the high standard of medical care provided. Kwaku Manu also acknowledged the importance of such a facility for the well-being of Ghanaians, especially in times of emergency and critical care. Just a week…
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Segun Arinze Reveals Why He Stayed Single For 12 Years After His First Marriage
31 May

Segun Arinze Reveals Why He Stayed Single For 12 Years After His First Marriage

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Veteran Nollywood actor Segun Arinze has opened up about why he remained single for 12 years following the collapse of his first marriage. The 58-year-old actor first married actress Anne Njemanze in 1996, but their union ended in 1997. After a 12-year break from matrimony, Arinze married Julie in 2008. The couple now has three children together. Speaking on the WithChude podcast, Segun Arinze said, “I was confused about getting the right person” after he and Njemanze divorced. The filmmaker said he was involved in many relationships until “I cried to God” in 2007 to give him a wife. Arinze…
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Shatta Wale Gifts Wads Of Cash To Airport Workers As He Departs For Bolga
31 May

Shatta Wale Gifts Wads Of Cash To Airport Workers As He Departs For Bolga

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Dancehall King Shatta Wale made the day of some airport workers who hailed him as he departed for Bolgatanga. Known for his generous gesture, Shatta gifted wads of cash to airport workers who helped him embark for his private jet. Shatta was on his way to perform at the Jaga 4 Bitters Concert, scheduled to take place tomorrow at the Bolgatanga Sports Stadium. The unexpected act of generosity was met with enthusiasm and gratitude from the airport staff. Shatta made his first stop at Tamale where he received a rousing welcome. He, together with his manager, Sammy Flex and other…
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Gizella Agbotui Tetteh Insults School Officials, District Education Director Over Invitation Extended To Eugene Arhin
31 May

Gizella Agbotui Tetteh Insults School Officials, District Education Director Over Invitation Extended To Eugene Arhin

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Bontrase, Awutu Senya West – The recent inauguration ceremony of the Board of Governors at Bontrase Senior High Technical School, on Thursday, 30th May 2024, was marred by an altercation involving Gizella Agbotui Tetteh, the NDC Member of Parliament (MP) for Awutu Senya West, who unleashed a torrent of abuse and insults directed at the Headmaster of the school and the District Director of Education, Mr. Isaac Acquah Arhin. The controversy erupted when Gizella Agbotui Tetteh learned that Mr. Eugene Arhin, the Director of Communications at the Office of the President and the NPP Parliamentary Candidate for Awutu Senya West,…
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Thriving Success Story: BOST Recognized At Prestigious Ghana CEOs Summit 2024
30 May

Thriving Success Story: BOST Recognized At Prestigious Ghana CEOs Summit 2024

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The Ghana CEOs Summit 2024, held at the prestigious Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel in Accra, witnessed a remarkable milestone as the Bulk Oil Storage and Transportation Limited Company (BOST) took center stage. The company's incredible turnaround story was celebrated in style, with its Managing Director, Dr. Edwin Alfred Provencal, and Chairman of the Board, Mr. Ekow Hackman, receiving the coveted 'Outstanding CEO of the Year' and 'Board Chairman of the Year' awards, respectively. The accolades recognized the dynamic leadership and strategic vision of Dr. Provencal and Mr. Hackman, who have transformed BOST into the top-performing state-owned enterprise in Ghana.…
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Deputy Health Minister Encourages Newly Inducted Pharmacists to Serve in Rural Areas
30 May

Deputy Health Minister Encourages Newly Inducted Pharmacists to Serve in Rural Areas

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The Deputy Minister of Health, Honourable Alexander Akwasi Acquah, has urged newly inducted pharmacists to accept postings to rural communities. He emphasized the critical role they play in improving healthcare delivery in these areas. He made this appeal during an induction ceremony for 364 newly qualified and registered pharmacists in Accra, organized by the Pharmacy Council of Ghana. Speaking exclusively to Wontumi News on the sidelines of the ceremony, Hon. Acquah noted that the Akufo-Addo led government is committed to enhancing healthcare delivery in rural communities through various initiatives, including the Agenda 111 projects. "These projects, when completed, will significantly…
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Frema Opare Is The Best Choice For Dr. Bawumia’s Running Mate- NPP Western North Regional Chairman
30 May

Frema Opare Is The Best Choice For Dr. Bawumia’s Running Mate- NPP Western North Regional Chairman

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The Western North Regional Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Benjamin Armah, has publicly expressed his opinion on who should be Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia's running mate. While emphasizing that the ultimate decision lies with the Flagbearer, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, Mr. Armah shared his personal preference for Madam Frema Opare, a highly respected figure from the Ashanti region, who is currently the Chief of Staff, at the office of the President. Mr. Armah becomes the first regional Chairman of the party, to publicly declare his stance, on who should become Dr. Bawumia's running mate. "My suggestion is not meant to…
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Lilwin Postpones Sunyani Premiere Over Death Of 3-Year-Old Boy
30 May

Lilwin Postpones Sunyani Premiere Over Death Of 3-Year-Old Boy

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Celebrated actor cum musician, Lilwin born Kwadwo Nkansah has postponed the premiere of his movie, “A Country Called Ghana” in Sunyani. Ahead of the premiere of the movie in Kumasi on Saturday, May 25, 2024, Lilwin and some members of his team were involved in a gory accident that led to the death of a 3-year-old boy Richard Tawiah Amponsah. The death of the child has been condemned by many because to them it was avoidable if the comedian had slowed down and respected traffic regulations. In a statement shared on his Instagram page, LilWin indicated that the decision to…
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I’ll Stabilise Cedi With Gold – Bawumia
30 May

I’ll Stabilise Cedi With Gold – Bawumia

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The flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr Mahamadu Bawumia, has promised to stabilise the local currency if he is elected president in the December 7 polls. According to Dr Bawumia, his ultimate goal is to back the Cedi with the country’s gold to ensure the currency’s stability. Speaking at a meeting with Organised Labour, Dr. Bawumia said there is no anchor to hold the cedi except to back it with gold. “Ultimately, my goal is that we are going to back our currency with gold and that is where I want us to go, increasingly backing our currency with…
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BoG Refutes Claims Of Ghana Becoming A Dual Currency State
30 May

BoG Refutes Claims Of Ghana Becoming A Dual Currency State

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The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has responded to an article titled “Is Ghana Becoming a Dual Currency State? The Rise of Yellow Currency!” to correct some inconsistencies and misinformation. The article claimed electronic money was superseding the Ghanaian cedi for which reason strategic measures had to be taken to safeguard the use and relevance of the cedi. But the Communications Department of the BoG in a statement issued on Thursday, May 30 clarified that in 2007, when licensing mobile money, Ghana decided on the bank-based model, while other jurisdictions rolled out the telco-based model. According to BoG,  the author of…
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