Month: August 2024

Sue Dumelo Over Reckless Comments – Majority Women Caucus To Lydia Alhassan

Sue Dumelo Over Reckless Comments – Majority Women Caucus To Lydia Alhassan

Majority Women Caucus in Parliament has condemned actor and politician, John Dumelo’s claims that Lydia Alhassan had a role in the death of her husband. John Dumelo, while speaking on Accra-based TV3, accused Lydia Alhassan of killing her husband to pave the way for her to become MP after his death. His comments, which were met with contempt, have been condemned by many who believe they were reckless and unnecessary. The actor and National Democratic Congress (NDC) parliamentary candidate for Ayawaso West Wugon has since apologized. But addressing the press, the Majority Women Caucus condemned the actor’s recklessness. “This outrageous…
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Canada Ends In-Country Work Permit Applications For Temporary Residents On Visitor Visa

Canada Ends In-Country Work Permit Applications For Temporary Residents On Visitor Visa

Canada has recently launched a new policy that prohibits temporary residents on visitor visas from applying for work permits within the country, a decision that significantly impacts their ability to work and stay in Canada. This policy change, effective yesterday, August 28, ended a measure introduced in August 2020 to support visitors stranded in Canada due to COVID-19-related border closures, VisaGuide.World reports. As the Government of Canada revealed, this policy was set to remain in place until February 28, 2025. However, now that the country wants to recalibrate the number of temporary residents and preserve immigration system integrity, the policy has been…
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YEA Showcase Electric Taxi Programme For Okada Riders

YEA Showcase Electric Taxi Programme For Okada Riders

The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) is set to introduce an innovative Electric Taxi Programme aimed at offering an alternative livelihood for interested Okada riders and other youth in the country. The initiative seeks to transition riders from motorcycles to environmentally friendly electric taxis, providing a safer and more sustainable means of earning a living. Through this programme, YEA aims to empower young people by offering them the opportunity to participate in the burgeoning electric vehicle sector, contributing to the country’s green energy goals while creating jobs. The electric taxis will be available to interested individuals, particularly Okada riders looking for…
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Northern Ghana Drought: Govt Signs $5m Insurance Payout Against Future Occurrence

Northern Ghana Drought: Govt Signs $5m Insurance Payout Against Future Occurrence

The government is intensifying efforts to mitigate a looming food insecurity crisis due to the ongoing dry spell in the Northern and Middle Belts. To address the situation, the government has mobilized funds, imposed a temporary ban on grain exports, and prioritized grain imports. Finance Minister, Dr. Mohammed Amin Adam announced that the government has purchased a $1 million insurance policy to protect smallholder farmers in the northern region against future droughts. The policy will pay out $5 million in the event of a drought. He said, “The government has purchased an insurance policy against future drought in the northern…
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AFCON 2025Q: ‘We Have To Beat Angola’ – Otto Addo

AFCON 2025Q: ‘We Have To Beat Angola’ – Otto Addo

Head coach of the Black Stars, Otto Addo, says his focus at the moment is the fixture against Angola in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Ghana play Angola at the Baba Yara Stadium on Thursday, September 5, in their first group game before coming up against Niger four days later. Prior to the Black Stars commencing their AFCON qualifying series, they had played four of their 2026 World Cup qualifiers. Quizzed on whether there is a chance of the team to be at the global showpiece, Addo preferred not to talk about the World Cup. "It's very important…
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Nyaho Tamakloe: Kwesi Nyantakyi Could Have Been FIFA’s First Black President If Not For Anas Exposé

Nyaho Tamakloe: Kwesi Nyantakyi Could Have Been FIFA’s First Black President If Not For Anas Exposé

Hearts of Oak board member Dr. Nyaho Tamakloe has expressed his belief that Kwesi Nyantakyi could have become the first black man to lead FIFA if it weren't for the Anas exposé. "Nyantakyi would have been the first black man to head FIFA if the Anas exposé hadn't happened," he told Starr FM. Kwesi Nyantakyi, a prominent figure in African football, served as the President of the Ghana Football Association (GFA) and held significant positions within FIFA and CAF. However, his promising career came to an abrupt end following the 2018 Anas Aremeyaw Anas investigative piece, which exposed widespread corruption…
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Asiedu Nketia Is An “Idiot”… Atta Akyea Will Not Apologize For Calling Mahama A Drunkard- NPP Youth To Fifi Kwetey

Asiedu Nketia Is An “Idiot”… Atta Akyea Will Not Apologize For Calling Mahama A Drunkard- NPP Youth To Fifi Kwetey

Hon. Samuel Atta Akyea will not retract his words that Mr. John Dramani Mahama is a drunkard, the youth wing of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) has said. The NPP youth wing led by Salam Mustapha, condemned the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) for demanding the apology noting that he is a chief promoter of uncouth language in politics. “Fifi Kwetey has made far worse disparaging and condescending remarks than this harmless comment. There are too many videos of him insulting the presidential candidate of the NPP Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia and even his wife- Hajia Samira Bauwmia.…
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There Is Hope Black Stars Will Perform At 2025 Africa Cup Of Nations – Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe

There Is Hope Black Stars Will Perform At 2025 Africa Cup Of Nations – Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe

Neil Armstrong-Mortagbe, the Head of Public Relations and Strategy for the Ghana Football Association (GFA), expresses optimism regarding the potential improvement of the Black Stars in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) scheduled to take place in Morocco next year. The senior national team has experienced disappointing performances in the previous two AFCON tournaments, facing consecutive group stage exits in Cameroon and Ivory Coast. Nevertheless, the Black Stars are set to resume their campaign in September, where they will compete against Angola and Niger in their initial matches of Group F.       Source: www.ghanaweb.live
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Tourism Ministry Signs MoU With Malta

Tourism Ministry Signs MoU With Malta

The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture on Monday, 26th August 2024, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Mediterranean Tourism Foundation of Malta, marking a significant step in strengthening cultural and tourism ties between the two countries. The MoU aims to foster collaboration in areas such as cultural exchange, tourism development, as well as investment opportunities. The agreement reflects a mutual interest in leveraging tourism as a means of economic growth and cultural enrichment. Malta’s tourism contributes significantly to its GDP and offers valuable insights and opportunities for Ghana. Through this partnership, both nations are expected to benefit from…
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Ridge Condos All-Black Party: Straight From The Pit Of Hell – Prophet Oduro Reacts

Ridge Condos All-Black Party: Straight From The Pit Of Hell – Prophet Oduro Reacts

Prophet Kofi Oduro, General Overseer of Alabaster Ministry International, has strongly condemned the recent Ridge Condos All-Black Party, which has stirred controversy on social media due to its provocative nature. The event, marked by revealing outfits worn by female attendees and the presence of notable businessmen, has been met with significant criticism. Prophet Oduro, who has been closely following the developments, expressed deep disapproval, labeling the event as “straight from the pit of hell.” He likened Ghana to the biblical cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, warning that the country could face divine judgment if it continues on this path. “Recently in Kumasi,…
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