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Your gov’t is the worst – Minority reacts to President Akufo-Addo’s tenure  
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Your gov’t is the worst – Minority reacts to President Akufo-Addo’s tenure  

The Minority in Parliament has described the administration of the President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo as the worst in the 4th Republic, culminating in the New Patriotic Party's (NPP) unprecedented rejection at the December 7 polls. It said the current administration had performed abysmally as Ghanaians continued to face alarming economic hardship, huge debt overhang and high unemployment. "We have come to the end of the road for what has been undoubtedly the worst government under the Fourth Republic,” it said.Vote of rejection. Reacting to the President’s message on the state of the nation address in Parliament on Friday, the Deputy Minority Leader, Emmanuel Kofi Armah-Buah, said “this administration’s abysmal record was confirmed on December 7 when the people of Ghana returne...
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Tuesday, January 7 declared statutory public holiday for Constitution Day  
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Tuesday, January 7 declared statutory public holiday for Constitution Day  

The Ministry of the Interior has declared Tuesday, January 7, 2025, as a statutory public holiday to mark Constitution Day.  The announcement was made in a statement signed by the Minister for the Interior, Henry Quartey, on Thursday, January 2, 2025.   Constitution Day is a significant occasion in Ghana’s calendar, commemorating the coming into effect of the 1992 Constitution and the birth of the Fourth Republic. First observed in 2019, the holiday underscores Ghana’s commitment to the rule of law, constitutionalism, and democracy. Historical context  The 1992 Constitution, which came into force on January 7, 1993, after being approved in a referendum on 28th April 1992, serves as the fundamental framework for Ghana’s political principles. It defines the structu...
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Establishment of OSP key to Ghana’s anti-corruption efforts – President
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Establishment of OSP key to Ghana’s anti-corruption efforts – President

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has described the establishment of the Office of the Special Prosecutor (OSP) as one of his most satisfying moments during his presidency. In his final State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament on Friday, the President highlighted the creation of the OSP as a significant milestone in Ghana's fight against corruption. He noted that despite initial skepticism surrounding its formation, the office had become an invaluable asset in advancing transparency and accountability within the nation's public sector. “I believe that, now there is general consensus that it has been an important contributor to our anti-corruption effort. “For me, this was not just another government office. It was and still is a symbol of our determination to tackle...
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President: Recruitment of more police officers boosts threat combat, peace maintenance 
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President: Recruitment of more police officers boosts threat combat, peace maintenance 

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has said that the recruitment of over 10,000 police officers and strategic investments in security infrastructure have strengthened Ghana's ability to combat threats and ensure peace.  In his State of the Nation Address (SONA) to Parliament on Friday, he highlighted key interventions including the introduction of aircraft for the Police Service, marking a first for the country.   The President also noted the acquisition of advanced surveillance systems and various infrastructural upgrades for both the police and the military.   These measures, he stated, had significantly enhanced the country's security framework, positioning Ghana to maintain peace and effectively address potential threats.  “The establishment of f...
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I am deeply saddened by the devastating fire at Kantamanto- Akufo-Addo 
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I am deeply saddened by the devastating fire at Kantamanto- Akufo-Addo 

President Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo, has expressed grave concern about the devastating fire outbreak at Kantamanto which occurred on Thursday.   The inferno, which started on Wednesday, razed over 100 shops, reducing the entire market to ashes and rubble.  "I want to put on record that I am deeply saddened by the devastating fire at Kantamanto market, which took place yesterday, and has left many traders and their livelihoods in ruins.” The President said this during his final State of the Nation's Address (SONA) on the floor of parliament on Friday.  My thoughts and prayers are with those affected, and I extend heartfelt sympathies to the hardworking traders who have lost their goods and investments," he added.   He said the Government stood with the aff...
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GES maintains SHS reopening date amid CHASS concerns
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GES maintains SHS reopening date amid CHASS concerns

The Ghana Education Service (GES) has reaffirmed the reopening date for Senior High Schools (SHSs) as January 3, 2025, despite calls from the Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) for a postponement over unresolved financial concerns.   In a press release issued on January 2, 2025, the Head of the Public Relations Unit at GES, Cassandra Twum Ampofo, reiterated that the 2024/25 academic calendar remains unchanged. She stated, “As previously announced, SHS students are expected to report back to school on January 3, 2025, while primary and Junior High Schools will reopen on January 8, 2025. Ms Twum Ampofo added that the GES is actively engaging the Ministry of Education to address the concerns raised by CHASS. “We kindly request that all stakeholders take note ...
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Cradle Care Brings Joy to Korle Bu Children’s Block   
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Cradle Care Brings Joy to Korle Bu Children’s Block   

Cradle Care, a non-profit organisation devoted to improving the lives of mothers and children, celebrated its seventh annual Christmas party at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital’s Children’s Block, bringing joy to over 700 children and their families.    The celebration featured an array of activities, including the sharing of food and drinks, face painting, and the distribution of gifts to children in the wards.    Maame Akosua Serwaa Gyening, CEO of Cradle Care, underscored the organisation’s commitment to supporting those in need during the Christmas period.    “This season is about love, compassion, and sharing smiles,” she stated. “We understand that many families would prefer to be home with their loved ones, but circumstances have brought them her...
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Government must take bold step to restore peace in Bawku – Overlord of Kusaug 
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Government must take bold step to restore peace in Bawku – Overlord of Kusaug 

Zugraan Naba  Asigri Abugrago Azoka II, the overlord of the Kusaug Traditional area in the Upper East Region, has urged the government to take bold steps backed by law to restore lasting peace to Bawku.   He said the government needed to punish  erpetrators of the violence in the area to ensure peace and to prevent further loss of lives and destruction of property for socioeconomic development.  He made the remarks when he addressed celebrants at this year's Samanpiid festival in Bawku.  The celebration also marked the 40th anniversary of Naba Azoka II as the Overlord of  Kusaug Traditional Area in Bawku held on the theme: "40 years of selfless leadership, consolidating the peace, unity, and development of Kusaug".   The Samanpiid festival, which m...
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Send-off service held in honour of retired Bodi District Police Commander  
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Send-off service held in honour of retired Bodi District Police Commander  

A send-off service has been held in honour of Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Mr Michael Adjei Perry (Retired), the immediate past Sefwi Bodi District Police Commander in the Western North Region.   In his address, Mr Adjei thanked the chiefs and people of Sefwi Bodi, and the police officers under his command for their support during his tenure as the District Police Commander.  “I have served in the service for many years rising through the various ranks from Constable to District police commander, and it is not by strength but by the help and support of some senior police officers and the strength of God,” he said.   Mr Perry also pledged his support for his successor to continue to provide maximum security for the people.   For his part, Nana A...
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Tiler jailed for defiling, impregnating 12-year-old girl  
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Tiler jailed for defiling, impregnating 12-year-old girl  

The Tarkwa Circuit Court has sentenced a tiler, Stephen Otu, 32, to 22 years’ imprisonment with hard labour for defiling and impregnating a 12-year-old girl.   The convict, popularly known as Atta, pleaded guilty to the charge raised against him, and begged the court to have mercy on him.   However, the court, presided over by Mrs Hathia Ama Manu, found Otu guilty and sentenced him accordingly to serve as a deterrent to others who might want to engage in similar acts.   Chief Inspector of Police Abraham Ayitey, prosecuting, told the court that the complainant, a 38-year-old Pragia rider, was the father of the victim who was in primary six.   He said the complainant, victim and the convict resided in the same area at Wassa Akropong in the Wassa Amen...
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