GENERAL NEWS

The National Identification Authority (NIA) has distanced itself from the actions of the National Communications Authority (NCA) regarding the new Ghana Card SIM card Registration policy for all patrons of telcos in Ghana.     In a three-page press release, NIA questions the credibility of the NCA’s robust SIM management …

The Ministry of Youth and Sports says it is “disappointed by the abysmal performance and early exit of the Black Stars” following Ghana’s defeat to Comoros in the ongoing African Cup of Nations (AFCON 2021).     It has thus summoned the leadership of the Ghana Football Association Sports Ministry …

The central bank has directed all financial institutions to only accept Ghana Cards for all transactions. The Bank of Ghana (BoG) explained that this order takes effect from July 1, 2022.   This is pursuant to Regulation 7 of the National Identity Register, 2012 (L.I. 2111).   “…with effect from …

Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, says no chief within the jurisdiction of the Asante Kingdom would be subjected to intimidation under his watch as the overlord. He says reports of intimidation and attacks on some chiefs who owe allegiance to the Golden Stool in places outside the Ashanti region would …

Bob Marley of blessed memory said in one of his songs that have knowledge through education, no one can take it away from you. It is often said that education makes a woman more beautiful and attractive and men more gentlemanly and respectable. Many countries lay great emphasis on education …

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The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of the Ghana Police Service has said it has evidence against journalist Blessed Godsbrain Smart popularly known as Captain Smartfor the offences of defrauding by false pretences and accepting or giving bribe to corrupt a public officer. According to a police report, an investigation has …

The Ashantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II has disclosed that he has no intention of forcefully coercing anybody to kowtow to him. Speaking at the first Council Meeting in the Ashanti Region, the Ashantehene indicated that his intention is to give a facelift to those willing to work under him. According …

Teacher Unions in the basic education sector have kicked against the government’s change of the trimester-based academic calendar to a semester-based one. The unions; GNAT, NAGRAT, TEWU, and CCT-GH in a joint statement said they are disappointed that for such a major decision, the government did not consult or engage …

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