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Parliament approves Muntaka as Interior Minister, confirms four regional Ministers
Parliament has approved the nomination of Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, Member of Parliament for Asawase, as Minister for the Interior.
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Asogli State Council condemns arson at NDC Ho Central Constituency Office
The Asogli State Council has expressed strong disapproval of the recent fire incident at the Ho Central Constituency office of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), allegedly caused by disgruntled party youth.
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Energy Minister gives Committee one month to develop ECG privatisation plan
The Minister of Energy and Green Transition, John Jinapor, has inaugurated a seven-member technical committee to spearhead consultations within the power distribution sector and devise a comprehensive plan for the privatisation of the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) within a month.
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Muntaka: President Mahama holds sole authority over retention of security agency heads
The Minister-Designate for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has clarified that the authority to retain or remove the heads of Ghana’s security agencies, including the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, lies exclusively with President John Dramani Mahama.
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Agbogbloshie reclaimed land under siege - Scrap dealers, onion sellers occupy 80-acre land
Over 80 acres of land that the Greater Accra Regional Coordinating Council (GARCC) salvaged after the demolition of the Agbogbloshie scrapyard and the Onion Market four years ago are under siege.
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Fisheries Minister Emelia Arthur pledges reforms to tackle illegal fishing
The Minister for Fisheries and Aquaculture, Emelia Arthur, has pledged to expedite efforts to resolve the European Union’s (EU’s) concerns over illegal fishing activities which have earned Ghana a "Yellow Card."
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Muntaka: This is how the incoming Minister-Designate for the Interior plans to tackle Police misconduct
The Minister-Designate for the Interior, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has unveiled a bold plan to address police misconduct, including extortion and brutality, through the mandatory use of body cameras by officers in Ghana.
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Muntaka Mubarak to enforce body cameras to tackle police extortion and harassment
The Interior Minister-designate, Mohammed Muntaka Mubarak, has announced plans to make the use of body cameras mandatory for police officers as part of measures to curb harassment, extortion, and other forms of misconduct within the security services.
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Swift GNFS response saves 23 shops in Kejetia Market fire
The Ghana National Fire Service (GNFS) has announced that its prompt response to a fire outbreak at Kejetia Market successfully saved 23 shops from destruction.
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Open Letter to Kofi Adams, Minister-designate for Sports and Recreation
Dear Kofi Adams, Congratulations on your nomination as Minister designate for Sports and Recreation under President John Dramani Mahama’s “Resetting” agenda.
Welcome to one of Ghana’s most intriguing and scrutinised ministries, where sports transcend mere competition to play a vital role in our socio-economic and socio-political identity.
Your nomination as the Minister designate for the renamed Ministry of Sports and Recreation has sparked considerable conversation—not because you lack the credentials, but because sports has not been a dominant feature of your public life.
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Muntaka pledges reforms in security services recruitment and promotions
The Minister Designate for the Ministry of Interior, Mohammed Mubarak Muntaka has pledged to reform recruitment and promotion practices within Ghana’s security services.
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Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko named Acting Director General of NCA
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Rev. Ing. Edmund Yirenkyi Fianko as the Acting Director General of the National Communications Authority (NCA).
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Appointees will be equipped to manage public finances responsibly — Finance Minister
The Minister of Finance, Dr Cassiel Ato Forson, has called for comprehensive education for government appointees on the country's Public Financial Management (PFM) law to close any knowledge gap among officials.
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AVM Ashley-Lassen goes home!
A Christmas present I received during the 2024/2025 Christmas/New Year holidays was a book titled “GAFICS Series On Some Outstanding Ghanaians Volume 1.”
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PURC directs Ghana Water Ltd to resolve Krobo area water crisis
Following a petition jointly submitted by two youth groups in the Krobo area, the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) has ordered the Ghana Water Limited (GWL) to furnish it with a time frame for the resolution of the water crisis in the Krobo area, over which residents have started agitating, within five days.
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Mahama Administration tightens payroll oversight with directive to heads of institutions
The Office of the President has issued a directive to all heads of government institutions, requesting comprehensive details of staff added to their payrolls since December 7, 2024.
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Mustapha Ussif: Former Sports Minister's home attacked amid rising post-election violence
The home of Mustapha Ussif, former Minister of Youth and Sports and Member of Parliament for Yagaba/Kubori, has reportedly been attacked by some thugs.
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Malik Basintale appointed Acting CEO of Youth Employment Agency
President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Malik Basintale, the Deputy National Communications Officer of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), as the Acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Youth Employment Agency (YEA).
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Afenyo-Markin urges President Mahama to reconsider 60 Ministers limit
The Minority Leader, Alexander Afenyo-Markin, has called on President John Mahama to reconsider his pledge to limit the number of ministers to 60, suggesting that such a cap could compromise effective governance.
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Six more of President Mahama's Ministerial nominees approved, bringing total to 12
Parliament has approved six more ministerial nominees submitted by President John Dramani Mahama, marking a step towards the completion of his ministerial team.
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NPP blames NDC for Obuasi mine incident, calls for justice
The New Patriotic Party (NPP) has blamed the National Democratic Congress (NDC) and the current administration led by President John Mahama for the tragic loss of lives at the AngloGold Ashanti Obuasi Mine on Sunday, January 19, 2025.
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Government donates GH₵1million to Kantamanto market fire victims
The government has donated GH ₵1million to support victims of the devastating fire that ravaged the Kantamanto Market in Accra on January 2 this year.
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Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe-Ghansah named First Deputy Whip of Majority in Ghana's 9th Parliament
The Member of Parliament for the Ada Constituency, Comfort Doyoe Cudjoe-Ghansah, has been appointed as the First Deputy Whip of the Majority in Parliament.
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5 Things you are doing wrong that could ruin your car
Owning a car comes with responsibilities, and neglecting proper maintenance can lead to costly repairs or even shorten the life of your vehicle. Here are five common mistakes car owners make that could spell trouble for their beloved ride:
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Meet the new leaders of the NDC Majority in Parliament
Following the appointment of Dr Cassiel Ato Forson as the Minister of Finance, the Majority Caucus in Parliament has undergone a reshuffle in its leadership. The changes aim to fortify the team as they push forward with their governance agenda.