The Electoral Commission (EC) has clarified that the compilation of the final voters’ register is a complete process that must be allowed to go through the required steps. It is not a one-off event. According to the Commission, the process does not happen overnight but takes time from the …

A group of clergymen offered prayers for the flagbearer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), John Mahama. This took place at the De Icon Event Centre in Accra on Tuesday. The event was organized for the former President to engage with leaders of the Christian faith in the regional capital. …

Alan Kwadwo Kyerematen, the Presidential Candidate of the Movement for Change, has reaffirmed his commitment to addressing illegal mining, commonly referred to as galamsey, by proposing life imprisonment for offenders. Speaking at an Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) encounter in Accra on October 1, 2024, Mr Kyerematen outlined his policy …

Organised Labour has declared that it will embark on a nationwide strike starting on 10th October for the government’s failure to ban small-scale mining. Organized Labor on September 11 issued a statement demanding that the government ban small-scale mining. A meeting by the ad-hoc interministerial committee failed to address their …

A severe shortage of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has hit parts of Accra, leaving residents and businesses in a state of uncertainty. Marketers have cautioned that if the situation persists, it could lead to the closure of gas stations across the country, disrupting daily life and causing significant inconvenience. Many …

The National Petroleum Authority (NPA) has cautioned commercial drivers against refuelling vehicles with passengers onboard. The Authority said such a practice endangered the lives of passengers as they were exposed to harmful chemicals. Speaking at the NPA Central Regional sensitization durbar in Cape Coast, on Tuesday, September 24, the Central …

Former President John Mahama has expressed satisfaction with the National Democratic Congress (NDC) securing the 8th position on the 2024 presidential ballot paper. According to Mr Mahama, landing the 8th spot is symbolic and marks an opportunity for the party to challenge the governing New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the …

The Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Ernest Addison, has announced that the central bank has been furnished with the full list of persons seeking to acquire shares in Société Générale. Dr Addison said that the bidding process is ongoing. The central bank is expecting to be informed …

The Bank of Ghana (BoG) has unveiled the Ghana Gold Coin, a new investment initiative aimed at reducing dollar hoarding. As part of the domestic gold programme, this initiative seeks to absorb excess liquidity in the market and strengthen the local currency against major trading currencies. The coin will be …

International accounting and auditing, firm, Deloitte has said no adverse findings have been made in their audit of the National Cathedral project. The firm also stated that “proper books of accounts have been kept and the information and explanation provided are in the manner required by the Companies Act, 2019 …