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Nigerian Islamic Police Arrest Non-fasting Muslims During Ramadan

The Islamic police in Nigeria’s northern state of Kano arrested 11 Muslims on Tuesday who were seen eating food during the Ramadan fast. Kano has a majority Muslim population, where an Islamic legal system – Sharia – operates alongside secular law. The Islamic police, widely known as Hisbah, carry out …

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2024 Elections: Ghana Needs Bawumia, Not A “Dead Goat” – Ahiagbah

The Director of Communications of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Ahiagbah, has emphasized the need for Ghana to have Vice President Dr Mahamudu Bawumia in leadership, citing his willingness to listen to the concerns of the people as a crucial quality. In comparison to the flagbearer of the National …

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Article: Bawumia Is Better Suited To Lead Ghana’s Digitization Era, Not Mahama – Sir John

In the digital age, the role of technology in driving economic growth and development cannot be overstated. With the increasing importance of digitalization in the global economy, it is imperative for countries to have leaders who are well-versed in the opportunities and challenges presented by the digital era. In the …

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AUDIO: Transport Minister Summoned Over Planned Extra $20 Charge For Travelers At KIA

Minister for Transport Kwaku Ofori Asiamah has been summoned to provide urgent answers to Members of Parliament (MP) over an alleged new charge by the Ghana Airport Company (GACL) as maintenance fees. Starting May 1, 2024, travelers using the Kotoka International Airport in Accra will be required to pay a …

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Manhyia South NPP Chairman Dares Wontumi To Sue Him Over ‘Running-mate Slot For Sale’ Comment

The Manhyia South Constituency Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Richard Adjei Mensah Ofori Atta, popularly known as ‘Tom Tom’ says he will not apologise to the Ashanti Regional Chairman of the party, Bernard Antwi Boasiako. This follows threats of a lawsuit by the regional chairman over some comments …

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Sammi Awuku Elected Vice President of ALA

In a significant development for the African Lotteries Association (ALA), Mr. Samuel Awuku, the Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA) of Ghana, has been elected as the Vice President at the ALA’s General Meeting held in Casablanca, Morocco, on March 8, 2024. This historic election marks the first time …

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Let’s Marshal And Galvanize More Support For Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia – Northern NPP Concerned Youth Group Advocates.

The esteemed, dynamic, active, and innovative Flagbearer of the New Patriotic Party NPP and Vice President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. Alhaji Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has made unmatched and stupendous contributions to Ghana’s political landscape. He epitomized great flair and continued to change the face of politics which is …

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Official: Autopsy Report Confirms Ejisu MP Died Of Natural Causes

A pathologist’s report on the late Member of Parliament for Ejisu, John Ampontuah Kumah, has confirmed that he died of natural causes. The report of the late Deputy Minister for Finance’s autopsy, conducted at the Police Hospital in Accra, also ruled out the presence of any harmful chemicals, such as …

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GPP Ranks Ghana 10th In Africa With Most Affordable Fuel Prices

A report by GlobalPetrolPrices.com (GPP) ranks Ghana as 10th in Africa with the most affordable fuel prices in March 2024. On the global scale, Ghana sits comfortably at the 39th position for the cheapest fuel costs. Currently, petrol prices in Ghana range from GH¢12.02 to GH¢13.29 per liter, while diesel …

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