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Police Declare Seven Persons Wanted In Connection With An Attack On Ayawaso West Wuogon NPP Office

Ghana Police Service has declared seven persons wanted in connection with the attack on Ayawaso West Wuogon New Patriotic Party (NPP) Office on Sunday 7th July 2024. According to the police the suspects are: Alhaji Issah Kamara, Theophilus Kodzo Bedzra, Abdulai Victoria Nacematu Nadolie, Hope Adzrah, Francis Agbessi Funn, Thomas …

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Manhyia South NPP Parliamentary Primary: 5 Pick Forms To Replace NAPO In Parliament

Five members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) in the Ashanti region have picked nomination forms to contest for the party’s parliamentary primary scheduled for Sunday 14th July 2024 in Kumasi. This follows the appointment of Manhyia South Constituency Member of Parliament Dr. Matthew Opoku Prempeh as the running mate …

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NESTF Meets With The EC Chairperson

The Chairperson of the Electoral Commission (EC), Jean Mensa, has described collaborations between her outfit and Inspector-General of Police (IGP) Dr. George Akuffo Dampare, and the National Elections Security Task Force as “fruitful” and thanked the IGP for an “amazing work.” Speaking at a meeting with the National Election Security …

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2024 BECE: 3 Teachers And 2 Invigilators Have Been Arrested So Far [VIDEO]

The head of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), Mrs. Wendy Enyonam Addy-Lamptey, has revealed that about three (3) teachers have been arrested in Obuasi and  Bekwai of the Ashanti Region for attempting to help students answer some questions during the 2024 Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE). Two invigilators in …

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Nominations Open For National Youth Premier Awards 2024

The Organizers of the National Youth Premier Awards have officially opened nominations for the 3rd Edition of the National Youth Premier Awards. The nominations start from 8th July 2024 to 8th August 2024. According to the Executive Board, they are targeting young Ghanaians who have made an impact with their …

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‘Hasten Slowly’ With Free SHS Bill – GNAPS Tells Govt

The Ghana National Association of Private Schools (GNAPS) has raised significant concerns over the government’s plan to introduce a Free Senior High School (SHS) Bill. They are calling for a cautious approach and urging for comprehensive stakeholder consultations before the bill is laid before Parliament. In a statement, GNAPS highlighted …

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GPMA Call Off Protest Over 5% Excise Tax

The Ghana Plastic Manufacturers’ Association (GPMA) has called off its planned demonstration and production shutdown in response to the government’s proposal to impose a 5% excise tax on locally manufactured plastics. In a press statement issued on Monday, July 8, the plastic manufacturers said they have suspended the protest action …

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Liberia’s President Cuts His Salary By 40%

Liberia’s President, Joseph Boakai has announced that he will slash his salary by 40 percent. His office said he hoped to set a precedent for “responsible governance” and demonstrate “solidarity” with Liberians. Government salaries have been under intense scrutiny recently as Liberians complain about the rising cost of living. Around …

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Mohammed Kudus Reacts To Transfer Rumors With Saudi Clubs.

Ghanaian professional footballer who plays as an attacking midfielder or a right winger for Premier League club West Ham United and the Ghana national team, Mohammed Kudus has calmly addressed recent transfer rumors linking him to clubs like Liverpool, Manchester United, and Saudi Arabian side Al-Ittihad. Speaking to The Athletic …

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