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Kofi Kinaata Addresses UN On Migration And Role As IOM Ghana Goodwill Ambassador
22 May

Kofi Kinaata Addresses UN On Migration And Role As IOM Ghana Goodwill Ambassador

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At the ongoing ‘International Dialogue on Migration’ held at the United Nations Headquarters, Highlife star Kofi Kinaata delivered a compelling speech to high-level delegates from around the world. In his address, Kinaata reflected on his journey as the Goodwill Ambassador of the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Ghana, a role he has passionately embraced since 2017. Kinaata shared what motivated him to accept the ambassadorial position, highlighting the significant influence of IOM’s work. “IOM has helped a lot of returnees. They always end their stories by saying ‘IOM reintegrated me, IOM helped me to come back,’ so when I was…
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Bawumia Would One Day Become UN Secretary-General- Obiri Boahen
05 Sep

Bawumia Would One Day Become UN Secretary-General- Obiri Boahen

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Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia, has been tipped by Nana Obiri Boahen to become Secretary-General for the United Nation (UN). The former deputy Secretary-General for the New Patriotic Party (NPP), disclosed on Wontumi TV that he sees the Vice President becoming Ghana’s President in the future; then after,  UN’s Secretary-General. Nana Obiri Boahen cited the story of U Thant, a Burmese and the first non-Scandinavian to hold the position as Secretary-General of UN as one that would influence Dr. Bawumia to rise higher. He added that the economy of Ghana has been ‘Bawumized’ through the digitalization agenda of the Vice President…
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“We’ll Combat Climate Change, But Protect Ghana’s Development As Well” – President Akufo-Addo
02 Nov

“We’ll Combat Climate Change, But Protect Ghana’s Development As Well” – President Akufo-Addo

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“Ghana acknowledges the importance and effects of Climate Change, and the urgent need to combat it, and we acknowledge equally the importance of protecting our development. We believe that a balance must be struck and maintained between our social, economic and environmental imperatives.” These were the words of the President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on Tuesday, 2nd November 2021, when he delivered Ghana’s statement at the UN Climate Change Conference, COP 26, currently ongoing in Glasgow, Scotland. Taking his turn to address delegates on day 2 of the Summit, President Akufo-Addo stated that climate change is the…
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“Admit AU In G20 Group Of Nations” – President Akufo-Addo
22 Sep

“Admit AU In G20 Group Of Nations” – President Akufo-Addo

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“Admitting the African Union to an expanded G21 would have the same galvanising effect within Africa that the EU's participation in the G20 has within Europe, strengthening policy co-ordination and coherence across the fifty-four (54) African economies.” These were the words of the President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, on Wednesday, 22nd September 2021, when he took his turn to address the 76th Session of the United Nation’s General Assembly, in New York, in the United States of America. According to President Akufo-Addo, “with the African Union at the table, the group suddenly would have representation for fifty-four…
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“Vaccines As A Tool For Immigration Control Is Retrogressive” – President Akufo-Addo
22 Sep

“Vaccines As A Tool For Immigration Control Is Retrogressive” – President Akufo-Addo

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The President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, has decried moves by some countries in Europe in not recognising Covishield, the Indian version of the AstraZeneca vaccine, being used by many African countries. According to President Akufo-Addo, “one unfortunate development appears to be the recent measures on entry into some countries in Europe, which suggest that Covishield, the Oxford-AstraZeneca vaccine manufactured in India, is not recognised by some countries in Europe.” The President made this known on Wednesday, 22nd September 2021, when he took his turn to speak at the 76th United Nations General Assembly, currently ongoing in New…
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UN Lauds Ghana For Progress Made On SDGs
19 Oct

UN Lauds Ghana For Progress Made On SDGs

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UN Lauds Ghana For Progress Made On SDGs The United Nations (UN) has commended the government of Ghana for the strives gained in working towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Speaking at the 75 anniversary of the UN today, Monday, 19 October 2020, at the Accra International Conference Centre, UN resident coordinator Charles Abani lauded Ghana's effort in promoting multilateralism. He noted that the country remains in the top 10 when it comes to the supply of security forces for peacekeeping missions with over 3000 personnel serving in eight missions across the world. He added that the human capital…
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Julius Debrah Should Write Another Letter After Visiting Manyhia Palace- Chief Demands
27 Aug

Julius Debrah Should Write Another Letter After Visiting Manyhia Palace- Chief Demands

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A revered Chief and political watcher, Etwienana Baffour Oteatuoso Kokoben II, is demanding an immediate apology from Mr. Julius Debrah after the latter once called into question a statement by the Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II. Speaking on the Wontumi Morning Show, Etwienana Baffour Oteatuoso Kokoben II, pointed out that he was surprised Mr. Debrah could shamefully join the congregation that visited the Manyhia Palace yesterday. According to him, it would be proper for the former Chief of Staff under Mr. Mahama to write apology letter addressed to the Asantehene after disrespecting him. It would be recalled that shortly after…
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Plane Carrying UN Salaries Crashes In South Sudan, Kills 8
24 Aug

Plane Carrying UN Salaries Crashes In South Sudan, Kills 8

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Plane Carrying UN Salaries Crashes In South Sudan, Kills 8 A cargo plane transporting money for the UN’s World Food Programme has crashed near the South Sudanese capital, Juba, killing eight of the nine people on board, the authorities say. Four of the dead from Saturday morning’s crash were South Sudanese, two were from Tajikistan and the other was from Ukraine, President Salva Kiir said in a condolence message. The survivor is being treated in hospital. “We are all deeply saddened and equally distressed for the families of those who lost their lives in this tragic accident,” the president wrote.…
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“Your Leadership Has Been Exceptional; Your Policies Transformational” – Apremdo Chief To President
19 Aug

“Your Leadership Has Been Exceptional; Your Policies Transformational” – Apremdo Chief To President

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The Divisional Chief of Apremdo Traditional Area, Nana Egya Kwamena XI, has lauded the leadership and policies implemented by the President of the Republic, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, since the latter came into office on 7th January 2017. Speaking at the sod-cutting ceremony for the construction of an integrated recycling and compost plant and wastewater treatment plant, at Asakae in the Effia-Kwesimintsim Municipality on Wednesday, 19th August 2020, Nana Egya Kwamena XI stated that all Ghanaians, over the last three and a half years, have been witnesses to the “great works” of the President. According to the Apremdo Chief, “through…
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