Month: October 2024

Ghana’s Cedi Now Trading At GH¢17.00 To $1
30 Oct

Ghana’s Cedi Now Trading At GH¢17.00 To $1

Wontumi1Business,
Ghana’s local currency continues to experience persistent depreciation against major trading currencies such as the US dollar. The cedi, which has been under pressure throughout the year, recorded relative stability in July this year, while inflationary pressures continued declining. However, checks by GhanaWeb Business as of October 30, 2024, at 10:00 AM show that the cedi is trading at GH¢17.00 to the dollar, while the pound is trading at GH¢21.66 in some major forex bureaus across the country. Additionally, the Euro is trading at GH¢18.07 on the retail market. Meanwhile, Bloomberg recently reported that the cedi has now weakened by 0.1% to…
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Bawku Conflict: Use Non-Violence Means To Resolve Your Differences – Peace Council
30 Oct

Bawku Conflict: Use Non-Violence Means To Resolve Your Differences – Peace Council

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The Upper East Regional Peace Council has called on residents and factions involved in the Bawku chieftaincy conflict to lay down their arms and embrace non-violence means to resolve their differences. This call followed escalating violent clashes in the Bawku township and its environs because of chieftaincy dispute, resulting in the death of more than 20 people and injury to many since last Thursday. A statement, signed by Alhaji Sumaila Issaka, the Chairman of the Upper East Regional Peace Council stated that engaging in violence would only deepen the situation in the area. “The Upper Regional Peace Council has noted with profound…
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Gabrielle Union Goes Nude To Celebrate 52nd Birthday
30 Oct

Gabrielle Union Goes Nude To Celebrate 52nd Birthday

Wontumi1Sports
Celebrated actress Gabrielle Union has marked her 52nd birthday with an intimate and stylish photoshoot that has captivated her fans. The actress shared glimpses of her milestone celebration on X, formerly Twitter, as she enjoyed a luxurious vacation. Though known as a fashion icon, she opted for a minimalist approach this year, sharing a series of nude images that have taken social media by storm. In the standout shot, she posed nude under a flowing shower, tastefully covered by a mesh fabric that accentuates her ageless figure. Other photos captured her in bikini, sparking mixed reactions from her followers. While…
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UTAG Suspends Galamsey Strike
30 Oct

UTAG Suspends Galamsey Strike

Evans ManassehNews, ,
The University Teachers Association of Ghana (UTAG) has officially suspended its strike action against illegal mining, commonly referred to as ‘galamsey’. The strike, which began on October 10, 2024, was initiated to fight the severe environmental impact of galamsey on the country’s water bodies, forest reserves as well as the livelihoods of people in the affected communities. However, in a statement issued yesterday, the UTAG indicated that the decision to suspend the strike was made following a nationwide vote by its members. The National President of the Association, Prof. Mamudu A. Akudugu, acknowledged that suspending the strike was a difficult…
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Kudus Will Learn And Improve – Agyemang-Badu Reacts To Red Card
30 Oct

Kudus Will Learn And Improve – Agyemang-Badu Reacts To Red Card

Wontumi1Sports,
Former Ghana international Emmanuel Agyemang-Badu believes Mohammed Kudus will grow and improve from his recent display of frustration in the Premier League. Kudus became the center of attention after receiving a red card in a tense match against Tottenham Hotspur on October 20, just after the international break. The incident involved a heated altercation with Micky van de Ven and Pape Matar Sarr, which led to his dismissal in West Ham’s 4-1 loss. Following the incident, the English Football Association (FA) charged Kudus and West Ham for improper conduct, opening the door to possible disciplinary action that could significantly impact…
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Black Satellites Face Nigeria In WAFU B U-20 Championship Final Today
30 Oct

Black Satellites Face Nigeria In WAFU B U-20 Championship Final Today

Wontumi1Sports
The stage is set for a big showdown as eternal rivals Ghana and Nigeria prepare to battle it out for the WAFU B U-20 Championship title on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, in Togo, with the Black Satellites determined to reclaim the title from their rivals. The Stade de Kegue in Lome will be the center of footballing drama as two of Africa’s most storied youth teams meet in a match of epic proportions. While both Ghana and Nigeria have secured qualification for the U-20 Africa Cup of Nations next year, the clash between two of West Africa’s football powerhouses evokes…
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Vacant Seats Hearing: Supreme Court Dismisses Request For Judge’s Recusal
30 Oct

Vacant Seats Hearing: Supreme Court Dismisses Request For Judge’s Recusal

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The Supreme Court has dismissed an objection to the empaneling of Justice Ernest Gaewu in a case involving the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin. The dismissal was issued on Wednesday, October 30, following arguments presented by Thaddeus Sory, a lawyer for the Speaker, who contended that Justice Gaewu’s prior political ties posed a conflict of interest. Mr Sory’s argument hinged on Gaewu’s past role as a parliamentary candidate for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), the current ruling party in Ghana, suggesting that his previous affiliations might influence his decisions on the case at hand. Lawyers representing Speaker Bagbin have asked Justice…
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Order Media To Desist From Publishing Images Of Our Son – Bishop Salifu And Wife Tell Court
30 Oct

Order Media To Desist From Publishing Images Of Our Son – Bishop Salifu And Wife Tell Court

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The General Overseer of Alive Chapel International, Bishop Elisha Salifu Amoako, and his wife, Mouha Amoako, have returned to court for the second time regarding a case involving their son. The couple, accompanied by their sales assistant, Linda Owusu-Bempah, face charges for allowing an unlicensed driver to operate a vehicle. During court proceedings, Bishop Salifu requested an order to prevent the media and police from publishing photos of their son, citing concerns over his privacy and well-being, particularly as he is underage. This request follows an accident in East Legon that resulted in the deaths of two teenagers. Their son…
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Bawumia will not Pamper his appointees like Nana Addo did – Kate Gyamfua Hints at Bawumia’s Tougher Stance
30 Oct

Bawumia will not Pamper his appointees like Nana Addo did – Kate Gyamfua Hints at Bawumia’s Tougher Stance

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National Women’s Organizer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Kate Gyamfua, has declared that Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, the Vice President of Ghana, will take a tougher stance on his appointees compared to President Nana Akufo-Addo's approach. According to the her, Bawumia's leadership style will prioritize accountability and efficiency, ensuring that his appointees are held to high standards. In an interview on Wontumi TV's Morning Show, the NPP Women’s Organiser claimed that President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has pampered some of his appointees which nearly caused the party,  pledging that she'll launch a campaign on Bawumia to ensure that non-performing appointees…
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Akufo-Addo Constructs Unprecendented Road Coverage In Bono East Region
30 Oct

Akufo-Addo Constructs Unprecendented Road Coverage In Bono East Region

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The freshly minted Bono East region now has over 547 kilometres of new road infrastructure solely constructed under the Akufo-Addo Bawumia administration. Clearly signifying a massive leap from the meagre 46 kilometres constructed throughout the eight-year tenure of the Mills-Mahama government between 2009 and 2016. Speaking during the President’s two-day tour of the Bono East, Bono and Ahafo regions, Minister of Roads and Highways and Member of Parliament for Bantama, Hon. Asenso Boakye, said though the Bono East had the least number of good roads across the country, the Akufo-Addo/Bawumia government has worked to massively improve the total road infrastructure…
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