URSULA OWUSU

  Communications Minister Ursula Owusu has sounded an alarm, warning Ghanaians that the National Democratic Congress (NDC) would cancel the Free Senior High School program if they return to power. Speaking on the 'Talk Ghana Show on Wontumi TV, Owusu pointed to the NDC's past record, citing the cancellation of the Free Maternal Care policy under their administration. "The children who are now enjoying FSHS are the beneficiaries of free maternal care, NDC when took over started with technical terms and finally cancelled it. If they cancelled free maternal care, which benefited vulnerable women, what stops them from scrapping Free…

Crime Fight To Go Digital - Communication Minister   The Minister for Communication, Ursula Owusu has disclosed that very soon, the Ghana Police Service will join the country’s digital innovation train. According to her, plans are far advanced to bring an end to petty theft and road traffic infringements even without the presence of Police Officers. She noted that plans such as this shows that Ghana is on the right path towards development. The Minister made this known in an interview with Akosua Manu “We are using 10,000 speed cameras that will help in rapid crime check and response. Now,…

We’ll Retain Ablekuma West seat, Presidency – Ursula Proclaims The Member of Parliament for Ablekuma West constituency, Mrs Ursula Owusu-Ekuful, has vowed to retain her parliamentary seat for the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP). The lawmaker, who doubles as Ghana’s Communication Minister, made the statement when she officially filed her nomination forms on Thursday, 8 October 2020. Addressing party supporters at the Electoral Commission’s office, Mrs Owusu-Ekuful expressed high hopes of flooring her opponents, especially the National Democratic Congress’ candidate. She also expressed optimism that President Akufo-Addo will be re-elected in the December polls. Touting her achievements as MP, Mrs…

Government To Launch Free WiFi For SHS In October- Ursula Owusu-Ekuful   Communications Minister, Ursula Owusu-Ekuful has disclosed that government’s plan to provide free WiFi for all Senior High Schools (SHSs) will be rolled out next month. She explained that the initiative is part of government’s strategy to bridge the gap created in the world of Information Communication Technology (ICT). Speaking at the 10th edition of the National Girls in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) day celebration held at the Oti Region Monday, the Communications Minister announced that “As the pandemic broke out, we have seen that the most important aspect of…