Month: November 2024

You Can Insult All You Want; You Will Still Lose The December 7 Elections – Bawumia Tells Mahama
01 Nov

You Can Insult All You Want; You Will Still Lose The December 7 Elections – Bawumia Tells Mahama

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Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia, has told the Presidential Candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama, that “insults do not win votes.” This comment comes as Bawumia responded to what he described as Mahama's reliance on insults in his politicking. Former President Mahama has faced criticism from some members of the public, who argue that his language has been overly insulting in recent political exchanges. This backlash arose after Mahama recently responded to Vice President Bawumia by accusing him of “running away from the economy.” Citing a famous line from Bill Clinton’s campaign, Mahama remarked, “It’s…
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BREAKING: Speaker Bagbin Summons Parliament To Sit On November 7
01 Nov

BREAKING: Speaker Bagbin Summons Parliament To Sit On November 7

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The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Badgin, has summoned Members of Parliament for a sitting on Thursday, November 7, 2024. The order, which is in accordance with Article 112(3) of the 1992 Constitution of Ghana and Standing Orders of Parliament, was contained in a statement shared by Parliament on social media, on October 1, 2024. The statement indicated that the sitting would be held at the Dome of the Accra International Conference Centre, which the Parliament has been using as a makeshift floor because of the ongoing renovation of the House's chamber. "PURSUANT TO ARTICLE 112 (3) AND ORDERS 5 AND 53 OF THE STANDING ORDERS OF THE PARLIAMENT…
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I Was The First Appointed Running Mate To Akua Donkor – Afia Schwarzenegger
01 Nov

I Was The First Appointed Running Mate To Akua Donkor – Afia Schwarzenegger

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Following the shocking news of the death of Freedom Party flagbearer Akua Donkor, Afia Schwarzenegger has claimed that she was the first person appointed as her running mate in 2015. Afia shared photos of herself with the late politician on social media to prove their connection. She also recounted a recent phone conversation with Roman Father and Madam Akua Donkor on October 25, where they fondly reminisced and shared a good laugh about the past. “I was the 1st appointed running mate of Ghana Freedom Party in 2015. I know people will not believe it, so I went into my archives. Funnily but sad, I…
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I Relocated To Ghana Because I Couldn’t Get A Job In The UK – Sister Derby
01 Nov

I Relocated To Ghana Because I Couldn’t Get A Job In The UK – Sister Derby

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Ghanaian socialite and singer, Sister Derby, has shared her challenges in finding employment after earning her master’s degree in the United Kingdom. In a discussion on the Big Conversation on 3 Music TV, the "Kakalila Love" hitmaker revealed that after losing her £700 internship, she struggled to secure a job despite submitting numerous applications. "I applied for so many jobs, but I couldn't get one. So, I spoke to one of my professors and she told me that due to the recession in the UK, they are employing citizens before other nationalities. "I went to so many job interviews in…
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I Don’t Sleep For More Than Two Hours After Becoming SRC President – Guru
01 Nov

I Don’t Sleep For More Than Two Hours After Becoming SRC President – Guru

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Ghanaian musician Maradona Yeboah Adjei, popularly known as Guru, has disclosed that since he became president of the University of Ghana (UG) Students Representative Council (SRC), he sleeps not more than two hours each day. “Previously, I used to sleep about four hours a day, but now I only manage two. You have to understand that I don’t get enough time to rest,” he stated in an interview with Amansan Krakye. He explained that as soon as he lies down to sleep, he often gets called to attend a meeting. "As you try to grab something to eat, you're already preparing…
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Russia Fines Google $20 Decillion
01 Nov

Russia Fines Google $20 Decillion

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Russia is seeking an unfathomable sum of money from one of the world’s biggest tech companies. Google reportedly owes the Kremlin more than 2 undecillion rubles — a 2 followed by 36 zeroes — after refusing to pay fines that are now accruing for blocking pro-Russian channels on YouTube. The virtually unpronounceable penalty amounts to $20 decillion — or around $20 billion trillion trillion. That dwarfs the size of the global economy. At $110 trillion, according to International Monetary Fund figures, world gross domestic product looks modest in comparison. Google parent Alphabet, meanwhile, has a market value of around $2…
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Mahama’s Choice Of Words Makes People Think He Is A Booze Man- Raphael Osei Owusu
01 Nov

Mahama’s Choice Of Words Makes People Think He Is A Booze Man- Raphael Osei Owusu

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Raphael Osei Owusu, has said that some section of the public perceive John Mahama to be a “booze man” due to his choice of words. Mr. Raphael Osei Owusu explained that drunkards who have no control over their thoughts are fond of using unprintable words wherever they find themselves- a trait he claims the 2024 Presidential candidate of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), wears. Speaking on the Wontumi Morning Show, Raphael cautioned former President John Mahama to be mindful of his words since it was sinking his personality. His cautions stems on the back of a response from Mr. Mahama…
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SSNIT Can Continuously Pay Pensions Benefits – Director-General
01 Nov

SSNIT Can Continuously Pay Pensions Benefits – Director-General

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The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has reassured pensioners of the Scheme’s ability to continuously pay their pensions benefits for many years, despite recent contrary reports. Kofi Osafo-Maafo, the Director-General of SSNIT, in a speech read on his behalf, said despite its challenges, the Scheme remained strong and would be able to pay pensions and meet its financial obligations in the years ahead. The reassurance comes on the backdrop of a report released by the International Labour Organisation (ILO) which among other things projected that SSNIT’s financial reserves could deplete and subsequently collapse the Scheme by 2036. However,…
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Ghana’s Streamlined Regulations On Local Content Achieving Results – Herbert Krapa
01 Nov

Ghana’s Streamlined Regulations On Local Content Achieving Results – Herbert Krapa

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Herbert Krapa, Minister of State at the Energy Ministry, says Ghana’s streamlined regulations on local content in the energy sector has achieved the desired results. He said streamlined regulations had created a supportive environment for local businesses to thrive through the implementation of transparent and robust local content regulations and policies. The Minister of State said this at the 8th edition of the Ghana Energy Awards in Accra. The 8th edition was on the theme: "the role of local content in building Ghana’s energy sector." It highlighted the local content framework of Ghana’s energy sector and its contribution to economic…
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Bawumia Explains Link Between Digitalisation And Economy
01 Nov

Bawumia Explains Link Between Digitalisation And Economy

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The relationship between digitalisation and the economy has taken a centre stage in this year’s electioneering campaign. Former President John Dramani Mahama, has criticised Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia of abandoning discussions on the economy for digitalisation. In an indirect response to that criticism, Vice President Bawumia, while launching a digital ride-hailing platform, “Go Ride” for local taxi drivers, in Accra, explained the link between digitalisation and the economy. Dr Bawumia said the role of digitalisation in modern economies was pivotal towards achieving economic advancements, noting that countries that failed to embrace digitalisation risked being left behind in the global digital revolution.…
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