GENERAL NEWS

Cement Prices Surge Again As Retailers Cite Import Costs

Cement prices across Ghana are poised for a sharp increase, with retailers planning to add approximately GHC 9 per bag starting Thursday, February 27th. Some retailers have already implemented the new rates. Samuel Azu, a cement retailer, confirmed the impending price adjustment, “We have not yet increased the price, but …

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President Mahama To Deliver First State of the Nation Address Today

President John Dramani Mahama will deliver his first State of the Nation Address today, Thursday, February 27. The highly anticipated address is expected to outline his administration’s key policies, economic plans, and governance priorities. Ghanaians are looking forward to his vision for addressing pressing issues such as economic stability, job …

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2025 Hajj Taskforce Sets Deadline For Pilgrimage Payment

The 2025 Hajj Taskforce has announced that March 13, 2025, will be the final deadline for payment of the Hajj package. This announcement was made on February 26, 2025, at the Hajj Village, Kotoka International Airport. The Taskforce emphasised that no extension will be granted beyond this deadline and urged …

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Minority Rejects Srem-Sai, Suhuyini Nominations, Boycotts Vetting

The Minority in Parliament has rejected the nomination of Deputy Attorney General and Justice Minister-designate, Justice Srem-Sai, following a disagreement with the Chairman of the Appointments Committee, Bernard Ahiafor. The dispute arose when Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin requested Srem-Sai to demonstrate the traditional dance a move the Chairman vehemently opposed. …

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Jean Mensa Clarifies EC’s Absence At Mahama’s Swearing-In

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, has stated that it is not standard practice for the commission’s officials, including the chairperson and deputies, to attend swearing-in ceremonies unless they receive a formal invitation. Speaking at an Inter-Party Advisory Committee (IPAC) meeting on Wednesday, February 26, to review …

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4-1 Majority Decision: Supreme Court Stops Koforidua High Court From Sentencing Akwatia MP

The Supreme Court has by a 4-1 majority decision stayed the High Court in Koforidua from sentencing the Member of Parliament for the Akwatia Constituency, Ernest Yaw Kumi in a contempt case pending the final determination of a motion seeking to quash the ruling. Justice Gabriel Pwamang, dissented while the …

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President Mahama Appoints 12-member Bank of Ghana Board

President John Dramani Mahama has appointed a 12-member governing board for the Bank of Ghana, following consultations with the Council of State and in accordance with the Constitution and the Bank of Ghana Act. The appointments were announced on Wednesday, 26 February 2025.     WATCH: Trending🔥🔥: John Dumelo Faces …

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TEWU-Ghana Threatens Strike Over Withdrawal Of Vehicle Maintenance Allowance For Junior Staff

The Tertiary Education Workers Union of Ghana (TEWU-Ghana) has threatened a nationwide strike over the withdrawal of car maintenance allowance for junior staff members, which was initiated by the erstwhile NPP administration. Local Chairman at KNUST, Charles Arthur, says contrary to earlier agreements, the Ghana Tertiary Education Commission (GTEC) has …

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CLOGSAG To Meet Govt On February 27

The government is set to hold a negotiation meeting with the leadership of the Civil and Local Government Staff Association (CLOGSAG) on Thursday, February 27, in a bid to resolve the ongoing strike. The association is demanding the revocation of the appointment of the new Births and Deaths Registrar, Samuel …

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