Month: May 2024

I Hope Medikal And Fella Resolve Their Differences And Come Back Together – Guru
30 May

I Hope Medikal And Fella Resolve Their Differences And Come Back Together – Guru

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Renowned Ghanaian musician Maradona Yeboah Adjei, popularly known as Guru has expressed his heartfelt wish for reconciliation between Medikal and Fella on a recent episode of RhythmzLive at GHOneTV. The rift between the celebrity couple has been a subject of much public speculation and concern. During the show, Guru openly shared his sentiments, stating, “I hope Medikal and Fella resolve their differences and come back together.” His words echo the sentiments of many fans who have been following the couple’s relationship closely. The couple, known for their public displays of affection and frequent appearances together, surprised many when reports of…
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Demand Pressures On Cedi Ease; One Dollar Equals GH¢14.90
30 May

Demand Pressures On Cedi Ease; One Dollar Equals GH¢14.90

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The Ghana cedi posted a mixed performance last week as demand pressures on the US dollar eased for most of the week. However, this week, the cedi is expected to extend its losing run albeit marginally because foreign exchange demand is outstripping supply. But it began the week stable to the American greenback with the year-to-date depreciation at 17.88%. It is presently going for GH¢14.90 to a dollar on the retail forex market. Despite the Central Bank not intervening in the spot market, the cedi gained 0.17% week-on-week against the US dollar to end the week’s trades at a mid-rate…
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We Are Engaging Société Générale To Ensure Clarity – BoG
30 May

We Are Engaging Société Générale To Ensure Clarity – BoG

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The Bank of Ghana has stated that it has not received any formal notice from Société Générale Ghana on recent news reports suggesting the bank’s exit from the Ghanaian market. French Bank Société Générale earlier this month dismissed rumours suggesting its withdrawal from the Ghanaian banking sector, describing them as baseless speculation. However, the Central Bank notes that it is actively engaging in discussions with the Bank’s Group Head Office to ensure clarity. Giving an update at the 118th Monetary Policy Committee press briefing, Governor of the Bank of Ghana, Dr. Ernest Addison urged the bank to be transparent in…
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Akufo-Addo Reaffirms Commitment To Advance Technical Education
30 May

Akufo-Addo Reaffirms Commitment To Advance Technical Education

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Sunyani, May 29, GNA – President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Wednesday reaffirmed government’s commitment to advancing technical education in the country. He said his government would continue to provide the required financial and logistical support to advance technical skills and entrepreneurship development. President Akufo-Addo gave the assurance when he addressed the opening session of the Third Biennial Applied Research Conference of the Technical Universities of Ghana (ARCTUG-2024) underway at the Sunyani Technical University (STU). The Vice-Chancellors of Technical Universities of Ghana (VC-TUG) are organising the two-day ARCTUG-2024 on the theme “university, industry and government partnership for accelerating innovation and…
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EC Begins Voter ID Replacement For Lost Cards Today
30 May

EC Begins Voter ID Replacement For Lost Cards Today

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The Electoral Commission (EC) has announced that the replacement of missing voter ID cards starts today, May 30, and will continue until June 14, 2024. This service is for individuals who have lost their voter ID cards, with a fee of GH¢10 for the replacement. Additionally, victims of the Akosombo Dam spillage will receive their replacements for free, allowing them to participate in the upcoming December 7 general election. The EC's statement on May 28 detailed the payment process for replacements via shortcode 2221067#. The EC emphasized its commitment to supporting all eligible voters, especially those affected by the dam spillage, in…
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Bawumia Will Design Long-Term Framework To Halt Cedi Depreciation – Stephen Amoah
30 May

Bawumia Will Design Long-Term Framework To Halt Cedi Depreciation – Stephen Amoah

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The Deputy Minister for Finance, Dr Stephen Amoah, has intimated that the flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, will draft a long-term national framework that will fight and reverse the Cedi’s sharp depreciation against the US dollar if he is elected president. The former Microfinance and Small Loans Centre (MASLOC) boss and MP for Nhyiaeso in a media interaction on Wednesday, May 28, said that the “Cedi depreciation is a ritual problem” that requires someone with an impressive financial background such as Dr. Bawumia to strengthen Ghana’s weak forex space. Various trade unions and persons from…
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Man, 45, In Custody Over Attempted Defilement At Tuba Kuwait
30 May

Man, 45, In Custody Over Attempted Defilement At Tuba Kuwait

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A 45-year-old man, Efo Emma has been apprehended by the Tuba Police Command for allegedly fingering and nearly defiling a three-year-old girl at Tuba Kuwait in the Ga South Municipality of Greater Accra Region. Police sources revealed that, the suspect took the little girl to his room and inserted his hand into her private part. He also reportedly robbed his penis with cream and nearly defiled the victim whose mother, a co-tenant had gone to the market. In the course of his act, a co-tenant is said to have heard the little girl’s cry and quickly broke into the suspect’s…
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The Attorney General Has Not Breached Any Law Or Rules Of Professional Ethics In The Ato Forson/Jakpa Trial
30 May

The Attorney General Has Not Breached Any Law Or Rules Of Professional Ethics In The Ato Forson/Jakpa Trial

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The 1992 Constitution is the supreme law of Ghana followed by Acts or legislations passed by Parliament and then subsidiary legislations such as the Legal Profession (Professional Conduct and Etiquette) Rules. The Attorney General is the only person empowered by the Constitution, under Article 88, to prosecute all offences in the name of the Republic. The AG may however delegate this prosecutorial power to other authority to exercise in accordance with law. The AG is not bound to explain to anyone his strategy in prosecuting cases including his decision to discontinue any prosecution such as the filing of a nolle…
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I Will Keep An Eye On Ghana Premier League – Otto Addo
30 May

I Will Keep An Eye On Ghana Premier League – Otto Addo

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Ghana coach, Otto Addo, has promised to pay more attention to the Ghana Premier League. The 43-year-old made this commitment while announcing his 26-man squad for the upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers next month. Among the selected players, Asante Kotoko goalkeeper Frederick Asare was the sole local player included in the squad for the two matches. During a press conference at the Ghana Football Association (GFA) headquarters on Wednesday, Addo emphasized that, as a full-time Black Stars coach, he will closely monitor the domestic league. He revealed plans to travel to various stadiums to scout for talent. “I will watch…
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Mohammed Kudus’ Stunning Solo Wins Europa League Goal Of The Season
30 May

Mohammed Kudus’ Stunning Solo Wins Europa League Goal Of The Season

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Mohammed Kudus’ stunning solo goal against Freiburg has been named the 2023/24 UEFA Europa League Goal of the Season. The announcement came on Wednesday from the official Europa League account on X, where the goal was described as “insane.” With West Ham leading 3-0, the Ghanaian international began his solo run from inside his team’s half, skillfully evading three Freiburg defenders before scoring with his weaker right foot. Mohammed Kudus’s insane run from his own half. A worthy #UEL Goal of the Tournament winner 🏅👏#UELGOTT || @Heineken pic.twitter.com/M9uGnCtMBb — UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) May 29, 2024 Shortly after, Kudus netted a second goal, striking the ball…
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