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SSNIT opens 52nd branch at Spintex, unveils virtual platform

1,161  The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has opened its 52nd branch at Takyi Plaza, Spintex, marking a significant step in its efforts to expand coverage and improve service accessibility for members. Commissioned on Monday, May 19, the new branch is strategically located within a busy business enclave, aiming to offer greater convenience […]

General News Politics

Eunice Ohenewaah Ansu Confirmed as MCE for Juaben, Secures 96% of Votes

1,183  Madam Eunice Ohenewaah Ansu, former parliamentary candidate for Juaben Constituency on the ticket of the ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti region, has been declared and officially confirmed by the Electoral Commission (EC) officials as the Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for the Juaben Municipality. The Juaben Municipal Assembly members have confirmed the […]

General News Politics

COKA Urges Party Members to Exercise Caution in Internal Disputes

1,453    The former Constituency Chairman for Afigya Kwabre South, Chairman Odeneho Kwaku Appiah, popularly known as COKA, has issued a passionate appeal to members of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) to exercise caution in their interactions with one another. In a recent Facebook post, COKA reminded party members that Ghanaians would ultimately support only […]

General News Politics

40 assembly members petition Mahama to name Sakina Oforiwaa as DCE for Atwima Mponua

1,352  About 40 Assembly Members in the Atwima Mponua District of the Ashanti Region have petitioned President John Dramani Mahama to consider nominating Sakina Oforiwaa as the District Chief Executive for the area. The Assembly Members said the protracted delay in nominating a substantive DCE for the Atwima Mponua District has hindered effective governance, the […]

General News Sanitation

Ghana Police Service Cracks Down on Illegal Mining in Western Region, 9 Arrested

1,717    The Ghana Police Service has intensified its efforts to combat illegal mining in the country, particularly in the Western Region. In a recent operation, a special police team against illegal mining, led by ACPOL Mr. Eric Asiedu, Head of Police Special Operations, arrested nine suspects found mining along the main road leading to […]

General News Health

Kasoa residents raise Cholera fears amid mounting sanitation crisis

1,204  With sanitation conditions deteriorating in the Awutu Senya East Municipality of the Central Region, residents are sounding the alarm over a possible resurgence of cholera and are calling for immediate government intervention. In the Central Business District (CBD) of Kasoa, uncollected garbage piles are a common sight—lining road kerbs, intersections, and bus stops. The […]

General News Politics

Cedi Appreciation: “Gold For Oil” NOT The Same As “Gold For Reserves

1,436  The recent appreciation of the Cedi against the US dollar and other trading currencies has led to many arguments and credit-taking competitions. For political expediency and partisan interest, some have credited the Cedi recovery to: 1. Gold for Oil Policy spearheaded by Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia. 2. GoldBod Initiative spearheaded by Mahama’s government. 3. External […]

General News Politics

Suame MCE Pledges to Combat Crime and Improve Lives in Municipality

1,675  The Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) for Suame in the Ashanti Region, Frank Owusu Ansah, has expressed his commitment to tackling the challenges facing the municipality and improving the lives of its residents. In a statement, Mr. Ansah pledged to combat crime, improve education, infrastructure, and access to drinking water, as well as provide social […]