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Asantehene Destools 3 Chiefs Over ‘Galamsey’

In a dramatic turn of events, Otumfuo Osei Tutu Ii, the Asantehene, has destooled the Gyaasihene, Akyeamehene, and Baamuhene of Sabronum, stripping them of their titles and responsibilities. The decisive action was taken during the Asanteman Council meeting on August 26, 2024, at the Manhyia Palace. The destoolment is a …

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Police Arrest 3 Persons For Alleged Robbery At East Legon

The Ghana Police Service through an intelligence-led operation has arrested three persons in connection with a robbery incident which took place at East Legon in Accra on 18th August, 2024. The suspects were arrested in a series of coordinated Police operations. While suspects Isaac Brena Eshun and Peter Amuzu, were …

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2024 WASSCE: 6 Invigilators Arrested For Aiding Students In Exams Hall – WAEC

The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) has announced the arrest of six teachers and invigilators for their involvement in malpractices during the ongoing examinations. The Council also reported that numerous students have been arrested for similar offences. John Kappi, Head of Public Affairs at WAEC, stated that the teachers were …

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No Casualties Recorded During Fire Incident At Job 600 Building – Parliament

The Parliament of Ghana has confirmed that no casualties were recorded during the fire incident at the Job 600 building early Tuesday, August 27, 2024. Fire gutted parts of the building, causing damage to a storeroom, although the exact cause of the fire remains unknown. Personnel of the Ghana National …

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There Is Serious Anger, Agitations – Teacher Unions Issue 3-week Ultimatum To Govt Over Pension Arrears, Laptops

Three Teacher Unions, comprising the Ghana National Association of Teachers (GNAT), the National Association of Graduate Teachers (NAGRAT), and the Coalition of Concerned Teachers (CCT), have expressed deep concern over the government’s failure to address their longstanding grievances. The unions have warned that the government’s inaction is causing significant unrest …

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NDC, NPP Supporters Clash Over PC’s Decoration Of DRIP Equipment

Tensions flared in Upper Manya Krobo on Monday as supporters of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) stormed a hotel owned by Joseph Tetteh, the New Patriotic Party (NPP) parliamentary candidate, over the controversial use of equipment from the District Road Improvement Programme (DRIP). The dispute arose when a fleet of …

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Interior Minister Goes After NDC Deputy General Secretary Over Election Rigging Claim

Mr. Henry Quartey, Minister of Interior and Member of Parliament for Ayawaso Central, has issued a warning to Mustapha Gbande, Deputy General Secretary of the opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC),, according to a  report. The warning comes after Gbande is reported to have accused the Minister of conspiring to rig …

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Photos: Akufo-Addo Commissions School Junction-Borteyman-Motorway Project

In a significant milestone for Ghana’s infrastructure development, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has commissioned the highly anticipated School Junction-Borteyman-Motorway project, marking a major achievement in the government’s efforts to improve mobility and connectivity in the country.   The 5.8km dual carriageway project, which was initiated in August 2022, aims …

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E/R: NDC Goons Attack NPP Supporters Over DRIP Machines

A shocking display of political violence unfolded in Asesewa, in the Upper Manya Krobo Constituency of the Eastern Region, on Monday afternoon, leaving a trail of injuries and chaos in its wake. The incident occurred when New Patriotic Party (NPP) supporters were attacked by opposition National Democratic Congress (NDC) suspected …

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