US Senator urges Ghana to pay debts to American companies before seeking more IMF support
A Ranking Member of the United States Senate Committee on Foreign Relations, Senator James E. Risch has called on Ghana to prioritise the repayment of debts owed to American companies before seeking additional financial assistance from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This follows reports that Ghana’s incoming finance minister is considering further IMF support to […]
Mahama appoints Kofi Boakye as Director of security operations
Retired Commissioner of Police (COP) Nathan Kofi Boakye has been appointed by President John Mahama to serve as the Director of Security Operations at the Presidency. The President also appointed former interior Minister, Prosper Douglas Bani, as his National Security Advisor. Other appointments include Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCOP) Abdul Osman-Razak as National Security Coordinator […]
Justina Nelson appointed acting CEO of Minerals Income and Investment Fund
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Ms Justina Nelson as the acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Minerals Income and Investment Fund (MIIF) following the removal of Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng on Tuesday morning. President John Dramani Mahama on Tuesday revoked the appointment of Edward Nana Yaw Koranteng as the CEO of the Minerals […]
Mahama nominates 10 regional ministers
President John Dramani Mahama has formally requested Parliament’s approval for the appointment of 10 regional ministers. A communication from the presidency has been sent to the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, seeking the vetting and confirmation of the nominees. This marks a significant step in the President’s efforts to strengthen governance and ensure effective administration […]
Understanding Metadata: A Key Asset for Musicians in 2025
In the ever-evolving music landscape, understanding the nuances of metadata is crucial, especially for African musicians navigating the global stage in 2025. But what exactly is metadata, and why should musicians care about it? Let’s break it down. What is Metadata? Metadata is essentially data about data. In the music industry, it refers to the […]
I can’t depend on politicians for development – Asantehene
Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has issued a strong statement on the role of politicians in the development of the Ashanti Region. During a courtesy call by the World Bank Vice President for Western and Central Africa, the Asantehene stressed the importance of infrastructure and called for a social contract to effectively drive development. “In […]
President Mahama directs Lands Commission to stop the sale of state lands
President John Dramani Mahama has issued a directive to the Lands Commission, halting all sales, leases, and processing of transactions involving state and public lands. In a formal communication dated January 10, 2025, and addressed to the Executive Secretary of the Lands Commission, the President stressed the need to protect public lands for the benefit […]
Post election issues: Youth storm Bui Power Authority, demand exit of all staff from junior to management staff
A group, numbering about 30 and claiming to be members of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) on Saturday stormed the premises of the Bui Power Authority (BPA), demanding that all employees, from management to the lowest level, vacate their positions. They argued that their government had taken over and therefore the employees have to be […]
GNFS do not charge fees for attestation letters
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has warned the general public, especially the victims of the recent kantamanto fire that no fees are charged for the issuance of the attestation letters related to fire and emergency incidents. In a statement issued on January 9, 2025, by the Head of Public Relations, Divisional Officer II Desmond […]
We’ll make sure your lights stay on – Mahama assures
President John Dramani Mahama has reiterated his government’s dedication to addressing Ghana’s energy challenges and preventing a resurgence of the intermittent power outages known as Dumsor. Speaking at the National Convention of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Mission Ghana on Thursday, January 9, President Mahama acknowledged the pressing issues within the energy sector and assured Ghanaians that […]
