By Alex Ababio President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo was hopeful that Ghana would finalize an agreement with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) by the end of March, as a result of the collaboration from the Paris Club and China in offering debt relief. The President stated that officials of the Ministry of Finance had a meeting with a delegation from the China EXIM Bank, and the IMF’s board would ratify the final agreement by the end of the month. President Akufo-Addo believed that the successful agreement would set the stage for a robust economic recovery. He spoke confidently that they…
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By Alex Ababio Menopause is a natural biological process that occurs in women typically around the age of 50. However, perimenopause, the transition phase leading up to menopause, can start several years earlier and can be accompanied by a range of physical and emotional symptoms. While these changes are a normal part of the aging process, they can be challenging for some women. In this article, we will discuss some steps one can take to ease their transition into perimenopause and menopause, as well as the latest research on this topic. Educate Yourself One of the best ways to prepare…
McDan Group of Companies CEO, Daniel McKorley, has been found guilty of contempt by the Accra High Court over a disputed parcel of land at East Legon. The court imposed a fine of GHc40,000 on him, with GHc15,000 to be given to the applicant in the matter. The applicant, Al-Hassan Iddisah, had accused McKorley of deliberately disrespecting an order of the High Court and forcibly taking over land in dispute. The court held that McKorley had disobeyed the orders of the High Court and brought the administration of justice into disrepute. The background of the case is that Al-Hassan Iddisah’s…
By Alex Ababio Former President John Dramani Mahama has urged Christians not to shy away from politics, but rather get involved to create change for the country. Speaking at the induction service for the Lead Pastor of the Cedar Mountain Chapel, Rev. Stephen Wengam, as the General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Mahama called on Christians to contest for elective offices, go to Parliament, advocate, and participate in creating a sense of direction for progress and prosperity in the country. He noted that there is nothing in the Bible that stops Christians from participating in leadership, adding that…
Rojo Mettle Nunoo, a leading member of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), has disclosed that he was an unaccredited agent of the party in the Electoral Commission strongroom during the 2020 elections. In an interview on Citi FM (February 23), Rojo recounted his history of serving as a member of the NDC personnel at the EC in successive elections, stating that he had represented the party in the strongroom in 1992, 1996, 2000, and 2004. Rojo also recounted his involvement in the 2008 election, in which he served in the strongroom and helped John Evans Atta Mills win the presidency.…
Earlier in 2022, Ghana’s petroleum sector was embroiled in controversy over an alleged $100 million missing from the country’s oil proceeds. The fact that this huge amount, intended for national development, instead found its way to dubious circumstances raises urgent questions of accountability and transparency in the government’s financial dealings.
By Alex Ababio Following the confirmation of Christian Atsu’s death, President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has expressed his deep regret and acknowledged that the football star’s absence would be felt greatly. Christian Atsu’s lifeless body was recovered from the rubble in the Kahramanmaraş region of Turkey after a determined search by his agent, Nana Sechere, and several of his family members. Christian Atsu had been missing since the 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck Turkey on February 6, 2023, during the early hours of Monday. President Akufo-Addo extended his condolences to the family of Christian Atsu, the former Chelsea and Black Stars…
Christian Atsu, a 31-year-old Ghanaian footballer, was found dead under the rubble of the building he lived in, according to his Turkish agent and club. He had been missing since the devastating earthquakes in southern Turkey and northwestern Syria on February 6. Atsu played for Turkish club Hatayspor and joined last year. His body was recovered from the ruins of Ronesans Residence, a 12-story luxury building where he lived in Antakya in Hatay province. The contractor responsible for the building, which collapsed during the earthquake, was arrested last week at Istanbul airport while attempting to flee the country for Montenegro.…
By Alex Ababio Introduction: Ghana, a nation rich in natural resources and biodiversity, is facing a grave threat that remains largely hidden from public view. The silent devastation of deforestation is taking an alarming toll on Ghana’s ecosystem, causing irreparable damage to its forests, wildlife, and communities. Research studies reveal shocking facts, highlighting the urgency of addressing this pressing issue. According to the Forest Commission of Ghana, the country has lost approximately 2 million hectares of forest cover over the past two decades, representing a significant decline. This loss not only disrupts the delicate balance of ecosystems but also…
By Alex Ababio The Minority in Parliament has introduced a Private Members’ motion to seek resolution on the Government’s Domestic Debt Exchange Programme (DDEP)” The motion was filed on Friday and will be referred to the Business Committee by the Speaker of Parliament to schedule a date for consideration by the House. The Minority is requesting that the Minister of Finance lays the full government debt restructuring proposal before the House for discussion. The government’s debt restructuring program aims to reduce the country’s debt to more sustainable levels, but the Minority has rejected the government’s debt exchange programme. The motion…