Gov’t recalls diplomatic and service passports, sets March 17 deadline
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration has issued a final reminder to individuals still in possession of Diplomatic and Service Passports issued during the previous administration to return…
- Environment , Finance , Galamsey , Ghana , John Dramani Mahama , NDC , News , Politics
- March 11, 2025
- 120 views
Mahama will fulfill promise to repeal L.I. 2462 within 120 days – Murtala Mohammed
The Minister for Environment, Science, and Technology, Dr. Murtala Mohammed, has dismissed claims that the government has failed in its fight against illegal mining (galamsey). According to him, the National…
Labour Minister engages CLOGSAG, urges end to strike over Registrar appointment
The Minister of Labour, Jobs, and Employment, Dr. Abdul-Rashid Pelpuo, has acknowledged concerns raised by the Civil and Local Government Staff Association of Ghana (CLOGSAG) over the appointment of Mr.…
24-hour economy policy to be presented to Parliament in due course – Finance Minister
The Minister for Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has announced that the government’s proposed 24-hour economy policy will be formally presented to Parliament in due course. He made this known…
- Economy , Environment , Galamsey , Ghana , News
- March 11, 2025
- 109 views
Mahama must take decisive action against galamsey kingpins – Kenneth Ashigbey
The Convener of the Media Coalition Against Illegal Mining, Dr Kenneth Ashigbey, has expressed concern over government’s handling of illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey. According to him, the situation…
ECG announces power outages in several regions for maintenance work
The Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) has scheduled maintenance activities across several regions on March 11 and 12, 2025, which will result in temporary power interruptions in affected areas. Planned…
2025 budget won’t introduce draconian taxes – Sammy Gyamfi
The Acting Managing Director of Precious Minerals Marketing Company, Sammy Gyamfi, has reaffirmed President John Dramani Mahama’s commitment not to impose “draconian” taxes on Ghanaians. Speaking ahead of the 2025…
Galamsey: Declare state of emergency now – Miracles to govt
The former Director of Communications for the 2024 Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia campaign team, Dennis Miracles Aboagye, has called on the government to declare a state of emergency to tackle illegal…
School Feeding Caterers welcome GHC2.00 fee increase
The School Feeding Caterers Association has welcomed the government’s decision to increase the feeding fee for basic school students from GHC 1.50 to GHC 2.00, acknowledging it as a step…
Court overturns BoG’s revocation of Ideal Finance’s Licence
The High Court (Human Rights Division) has quashed the Bank of Ghana’s (BoG) revocation of the operating licence of Ideal Finance Limited. The ruling, which was delivered on Monday, March…
- 24 Hour Economy , Economy , Finance , Ghana , News
- March 11, 2025
- 122 views
Finance minister presents Mahama’s ‘Asempa’ budget today
Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Baah Forson is scheduled to present the 2025 Budget Statement and Economic Policy, dubbed the “Asempa” budget, to Parliament today, March 11, 2025. This presentation…
E-Levy tops trends as high anticipation builds ahead of 2025 budget reading
As Ghana approaches the 2025 budget reading, the Electronic Transfer Levy (E-Levy) has become a focal point of national discourse. Introduced in 2022 to bolster domestic revenue, the E-Levy has…
I am puzzled, dismayed – Ken Ofori-Atta declares over OSP’s criminal probe against him
Former Finance Minister Ken Ofori-Atta has expressed his dismay over the recent legal tussle with the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP), following allegations of financial misconduct. In an open…
Ken Ofori-Atta’s claim on SML contract false – Manasseh Azure
Renowned investigative journalist Manasseh Azure Awuni has challenged claims made by former Finance Minister, Ken Ofori-Atta regarding his role in the controversial Strategic Mobilization Limited (SML) contract, which is under…
- Bureau of National Investigations (BNI) , Crime , Economy , Finance , Ghana , Minority , News , NPP , Politics
- March 10, 2025
- 141 views
Former NSA Deputy Director Gifty Oware-Mensah released by NIB
Former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Authority (NSS), Gifty Oware-Mensah, has been released by the National Investigations Bureau (NIB) after being questioned in connection with an ongoing probe…
Intention behind National Economic Dialogue remarkable but… – Dr Kabiru Mahama
Member of Parliament for Walewale, Abdul Kabiru Tiah Mahama, has lauded the just-ended National Economic Dialogue program. He acknowledged its positive intentions but called for a more structured approach to…
There is strong willingness to address the economic problems – Prof Gatsi
A member of the National Economic Dialogue (NED) Committee, Professor John Gatsi, says there was urgency and collective resolve demonstrated during the recently held National Economic Dialogue to tackle Ghana’s…
Minority appoints John Darko as Legal Counsel
The Minority Caucus in Parliament has appointed the Member of Parliament for Suame, John Darko, as its Legal Counsel. In a letter signed by Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, on Friday,…
Galamsey crisis worsening; state agencies must act – A Rocha Ghana
The Deputy National Director of A Rocha Ghana, Darly Bosu, has expressed deep concern over the worsening impact of illegal mining, commonly known as galamsey, citing the severe pollution of major…
- Bureau of National Investigations (BNI) , Crime , Economy , Finance , Ghana , Legal , News , OSP , Politics
- March 8, 2025
- 468 views
Former NSS Deputy Boss Gifty Oware Detained by NIB Over Payroll Fraud Investigation
Former Deputy Executive Director of the National Service Scheme (NSS), Gifty Oware-Mensah, has reportedly been detained by the National Intelligence Bureau (NIB) in connection with an ongoing payroll fraud investigation…
