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President Mahama Arrives in Kumasi for Akwasidae Festival Tomorrow-By Ayisah Foster

1,330  President John Dramani Mahama has arrived in Kumasi, the Ashanti regional capital ahead of tomorrow’s Akwasidae festival, which will take place at the Manhyia Palace. Before attending the festival, the President will worship with Prophet Ebenezer Adarkwa Yiadom (Opambour) at the Church of Ebenezer Miracle and Worship Center in Ahenema-Kokoben. This year’s Akwasidae festival […]

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Mahama renews curfew hours in Bawku

996  President John Dramani Mahama, through an Executive Instrument, has renewed the curfew hours imposed on the Bawku Municipality and its environs in the Upper East Region. The new curfew hours, from 8:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. take effect on Monday, January 13, 2025, replacing the previous dawn-to-dusk curfew. Additionally, there is a total ban […]

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I’m a practicing Muslim, but I qualify to lead NLA – Abdul-Salam to religious critics

798  The newly appointed Acting Director-General of the National Lottery Authority (NLA), Mohammed Abdul-Salam, has addressed criticisms surrounding his religious background following his recent appointment. Abdul-Salam, a practising Muslim, emphasised that his selection was based on competence, not religious affiliation, in line with Ghana’s secular governance principles. ” In an interview on Eyewitness News on […]

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Ashanti NDC Stands in Solidarity with Chairman Abu in Time of Grief-By Ayisah Foster

787  Leading figures of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in the Ashanti Region have extended their condolences to the Constituency Chairman of Ahafo Ano South -East in the Ashanti region following the passing of his mother, MMA Ajara Sumaila. Among the dignitaries who attended the final funeral rite to express their sympathies were Chairman Augustus […]

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Meet Dr Frank Amoakohene;A Darling Regional Minister Ashanti Has Ever Had-By Ayisah Foster

887  Dr. Frank Amoakohene is a Ghanaian medical practitioner and politician who has made a name for himself in the National Democratic Congress (NDC). He was elected as the new Secretary for the NDC in the Ashanti Region in November 2022 . Dr. Frank Amoakohene has recently been nominated by President John Dramani Mahama as […]

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SSNIT effects 12% pension increment; GH₵510m disbursed for January 2025

1,805  The Social Security and National Insurance Trust (SSNIT) has disbursed a total of GH₵510.21 million in pensions to 253,601 pensioners for January 2025. The payment was made on January 16, 2025 underscoring SSNIT’s commitment to providing timely and reliable support to retirees. This disbursement reflects a 12% increase in monthly pension payouts as part […]

Health

3P Garlic Mixture Offers Relief for Respiratory Issues and Cancer-Related Ailments

907  Dr. Prince Nelson Mortoti, CEO of PIWAK Natural Health Clinic, has highlighted the benefits of 3P garlic mixture in alleviating respiratory issues and combating cancer-related ailments. According to Dr. Mortoti, the mixture, extracted from raw garlic, has been used for centuries to address various health concerns. *Respiratory Benefits* Dr. Mortoti outlined the anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, […]

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National Concerned Small-Scale Miners Association Applauds Sammy Gyamfi’s Appointment as Acting PMMC MD

986  The National Concerned Small-Scale Miners Association of Ghana has congratulated Sammy Gyamfi on his recent appointment as the Acting Managing Director of the Precious Minerals Marketing Company (PMMC). In a press statement issued on January 17, 2025, the association described Mr. Gyamfi’s appointment as a “significant milestone” and expressed optimism that his leadership would […]