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President Mahama delivers maiden State of the Nation address tomorrow
President John Dramani Mahama will deliver his first message on the state of the nation tomorrow, during which he is expected to tell Ghanaians and the global community the true state of affairs in all sectors of the economy.
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Gold Card: Donald Trump's $5 million proposed path to US citizenship (VIDEO)
President Donald Trump said on Tuesday the US would sell a “gold card” to wealthy foreigners, giving them the right to live and work in the US and offering a path to citizenship in exchange for a $5 million fee.
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Restore monetary stability - President tasks BoG Governor, 1st Deputy
President John Dramani Mahama has tasked the Bank of Ghana (BoG) to restore stability in the country’s monetary system as he swore the new Governor of the BoG, Dr Johnson Pandit Kwesi Asiama, and the First Deputy Governor of the central bank, Dr Zakari Mumuni, into office.
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Former GES director calls for review of school discipline policies to curb rising indiscipline
Ghana’s Senior High Schools are grappling with increasing cases of indiscipline, a situation that demands urgent policy changes, according to Charles Aheto-Tsegah, a former Director-General of the Ghana Education Service (GES).
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Supreme Court strikes out Richard Sky’s review application on 'Anti-Gay Bill'
The Supreme Court has struck out, as withdrawn, a review application challenging its judgment on the constitutionality of Parliament's passage of the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, commonly referred to as the anti-gay bill.
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10 things in life you should always keep private
Some things in life are better kept private.
It’s not about being secretive—it’s about protecting your reputation, your relationships, and your peace of mind.
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See list of Honda vehicles in Ghana being recalled for airbag replacement for safety reasons
Honda vehicle owners in Ghana are being urged to check whether their cars are affected by an ongoing recall for airbag replacements, following safety concerns.
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Sokode Senior High Technical School shut down after violent clashes
The Sokode Senior High Technical School at Sokode-Etoe, near Ho, has been temporarily closed to ensure the safety of students and staff following violent clashes between the youth of neighbouring Sokode-Gbogame and students of the school on Sunday, February 23, 2025.
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John Dumelo calls for better cocoa prices to curb illegal mining
The Deputy Minister-Designate for Food and Agriculture, John Dumelo, has underscored the urgent need for improved cocoa pricing to discourage farmers from leasing their lands to illegal miners.
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Akwatia MP prays Supreme Court to quash contempt of court against him
Ernest Yaw Kumi, Member of Parliament (MP) for Akwatia has gone to the Supreme Court to quash a Koforidua High Court ruling on a contempt application against him.
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Ghana ramps up fight against illicit opioids following BBC documentary
The Ghanaian government has announced stringent new measures to stem the influx of highly addictive opioids, following revelations of illegal drug exports into the country.
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Foreign Affairs Ministry urges better treatment for visa applicants
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that it has dispatched a Note Verbale to all Embassies and High Commissions, urging them to ensure appropriate and humane conditions at their diplomatic missions and visa centres.
This move follows numerous public complaints regarding the treatment of Ghanaian citizens when visiting foreign missions in Ghana for visa applications.
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Reducing human interference in ECG’s operations will improve revenue – Deputy energy minister nominee
The Deputy Minister Designate for Energy and Green Transition, Richard Gyan-Mensah, has thrown his support behind the use of technology to tackle revenue collection challenges at the Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG).
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New BoG Governor Dr Johnson Asiama outlines six-point plan for Ghana’s economy
The newly sworn-in Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG), Dr Johnson Asiama, has laid out a six-point plan to help stabilise the economy, control inflation, and strengthen the financial sector.
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AGI ready to partner govt on 24-hour economy
Local industries have expressed their readiness to partner the government to revive the country’s economy through the 24-hour Economy initiative.
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Graphic Sports marks 40th anniversary with personality awards
The Graphic Sports, Ghana’s most authoritative sports news brand, has unveiled its upcoming Sports Personality of the Month and Sports Personality of the Year awards initiative as part of its 40th anniversary celebrations, marking a new chapter in its storied legacy of championing Ghanaian sports.
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Government reviewing Free SHS feeding programme – Deputy Education Minister designate
The Deputy Minister of Education designate, Clement Abass Apaak, has announced that the government is reviewing the feeding programme under the Free Senior High School (Free SHS) policy to address ongoing challenges.
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Govt determined to win galamsey war — Minister
The Minister of Lands and Natural Resources, Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, has said the government is determined to achieve the multiple goals of reclaiming lost forest reserves, restoring the colour and quality of water bodies damaged by illegal mining activities and protecting biodiversity across the country.
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Mahama swears in new Bank of Ghana Governor and first deputy, calls for economic stability
President John Dramani Mahama has emphasised that Ghana’s financial sector is in crisis and requires experienced and decisive leadership to restore stability.
Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of Dr Johnson Pandit Asiama as the new Governor of the Bank of Ghana (BoG) and Dr Zakaria Mumuni as First Deputy Governor, today (February 25, 2025) in Accra, President Mahama expressed confidence in their ability to steer the country’s monetary system towards recovery.
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Four students of Accra Academy arraigned over assault in viral video
Four students at the Accra Academy Senior High School were on Monday arraigned at the Dansoman Circuit Court over an alleged assault of their junior colleagues in form one.
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Cashier in court for stealing GH₵306,140 belonging to employer
A 26-year-old cashier, who allegedly appropriated GH₵306,140 belonging to his employer, has appeared before the Dansoman Circuit Court.
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Dr. Nii Moi Thompson raises concern over low education levels in Ghana’s economy
The Chairman of the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), Dr Nii Moi Thompson, has expressed concern over the low educational attainment of Ghana’s labour force, warning that it poses a significant challenge to the country’s economic progress and global competitiveness.
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Deputy Finance Minister Designate: Nyarko Ampem commits to reducing inflation to 8%
The Deputy Minister Designate for Finance, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has stated that he will support the Minister of Finance in achieving the government's target of reducing inflation to 8 per cent.
He acknowledged that while this goal would be challenging, it remains attainable with the right policies and strategies.
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Deputy Finance Minister nominee calls for non-partisan approach to DDEP payments
The Deputy Finance Minister nominee, Thomas Nyarko Ampem, has urged a non-partisan approach to discussions on the Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP) payments, emphasising the need to focus on its positive impact on the financial sector.
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President Mahama says only one Agenda 111 hospital completed; $1.7 billion needed to complete remaining hospitals
President John Dramani Mahama has said that only one hospital under the Agenda 111 project has been completed since his administration took office, highlighting the immense financial burden required to complete the initiative.