President John Dramani Mahama has appointed Mohammed Abdul-Salam as the acting Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Lottery Authority (NLA). The appointment, effective January 15, 2025, was made in line with Article 195 (1) of the 1992 Constitution and Section 45(1) of the National Lotto Act, 2006 (Act 722). Abdul-Salam’s role remains interim, pending…
The National Commission for Civic Education (NCCE) in the Sissala East Municipality has taken a proactive step towards promoting peace and stability in the region. In a bid to prevent and contain violent extremism, the NCCE organized a training workshop for political party youth activists. Held in Tumu on November 20, 2024, the workshop aimed…
Ghana has confirmed 43 cholera cases with two fatalities so far. Currently, 12 people are receiving treatment, and nearly 200 suspected cases have been reported, all within the Ada East and West districts of the Greater Accra Region. Health officials indicate that, some of the confirmed cases were brought in from neighbouring countries, which are…
The Ghana Health Service says it has so far identified 25 persons who came into contact with a 15-year-old who tested positive for MPOX in the Western North Region. This forms part of efforts to contain the spread of the highly contagious disease as health officials across Ghana’s 16 regions remain on high alert. Director…
Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has disclosed that the new Standing Orders of the House include provisions enabling MPs to belong to an independent caucus. This is quite a departure from the conventional alignment with either the Majority or Minority caucuses. The former Nadowli Kaleo MP made this revelation during his opening remarks in Parliament…
In recent times, many have been advocating celebrating hard-working people when they are alive rather than waiting until after their demise. If you ever lived or passed the Tumu Township and used water from the Community Water System, say a prayer to these young heroes. Wutor Mahama Jua and Bugyor Moses, both in their late…
Education Minister, Haruna Iddrisu has urged school management across the country to allow students to freely practice their religious faith without restrictions. “Every Ghanaian child is entitled to the full benefit of the rights and freedoms guaranteed under the constitution, so is the child and school,” he stated. The minister made this call while joining…
Thomas Partey delivered a standout performance for Arsenal during their impressive 5-1 victory over Manchester City in the English Premier League on Sunday evening. Returning to his favored midfield role after a stint as a right-back in previous matches, Partey was a dominant force at the heart of the pitch, contributing significantly to his team’s commanding…
Leading Member of the Convention People’s Party (CPP), Kwame Jantuah has predicted that he foresees a divided government, with the parliament having a majority from one party and a president from another party. The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, announced the indefinite adjournment of parliamentary proceedings on Tuesday, October 22. This announcement follows exchanges between…
James Kwabena Bomfeh, former CPP General Secretary, has taken a swipe at the Mayor of Kumasi over his resolve to flog traders in the central business district of Kumasi.The Mayor has issued a two-week ultimatum to the traders on the pavements to vacate the area in line with his decongestion exercise.According to the Mayor, Richard…
